Got a Question? Here you will find the answers to most of the commonly asked questions – ranging from the basic "How do I book a court?" “When are Club organised events ?“ to coaching, team tennis, and information about the main Sports Club.
Details on how to use the court booking system is here |
When can I play in Club organised events?
(ALL 'normal' ACTIVITIES suspended for now )
We have a booking system so you can be sure of when you can play but with 7 floodlit courts there is normally room for everyone. There is a structure for Priority of scheduling use on the booking system. .
CLUBNIGHTS for members
Adult Team matches take 3 courts in the Summer – usually the three middle courts (3/4/5) and 2 in the Winter.These can be Monday, Wednesday, Thursday evening or Sunday morning. Junior matches are usually Saturday and Sunday afternoons in the Summer.
Dates for the matches are in the ‘Whats on’ calendar on our website and the outside clubhouse noticeboard outside.
TEAM PLAYERS PRACTICE
There are also arrangements for team players to practise on a Monday and Wednesday night.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Examples are the Primary school tournament, Fundraising, Finals , all should be in the diary and on the noticeboard.
We have a booking system so you can be sure of when you can play but with 7 floodlit courts there is normally room for everyone. There is a structure for Priority of scheduling use on the booking system. .
CLUBNIGHTS for members
- Tuesday evening Adult Club Night - suspended 19.00pm - 22.00pm
- Thursday evening Adult Club Night - suspended 18.30pm- 20.30pm
- Friday evening Junior Club nights. suspended 16.30pm - 19.30pm
- Sunday Adult Club play suspended 10.00am - 12.00pm
- As advertised in the Mark Airey Tennis Aces programme.
Adult Team matches take 3 courts in the Summer – usually the three middle courts (3/4/5) and 2 in the Winter.These can be Monday, Wednesday, Thursday evening or Sunday morning. Junior matches are usually Saturday and Sunday afternoons in the Summer.
Dates for the matches are in the ‘Whats on’ calendar on our website and the outside clubhouse noticeboard outside.
TEAM PLAYERS PRACTICE
There are also arrangements for team players to practise on a Monday and Wednesday night.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Examples are the Primary school tournament, Fundraising, Finals , all should be in the diary and on the noticeboard.
How do club nights work?
Latest news 28 July Clubnight arranged by Coach via WhatsApp, fours in one hour slots
They are held every Tuesday from 19.00pm until 22.00pm Coach run til 21.00pm
Timed format , changing players every 30 minutes, usually doubles.
Tuesday Social night is a good place to start if you’ve played tennis before and maybe just moved to the area and are looking for somewhere to play. It’s also a great way to meet other members and socialise – the bar is open!
They are held every Tuesday from 19.00pm until 22.00pm Coach run til 21.00pm
Timed format , changing players every 30 minutes, usually doubles.
Tuesday Social night is a good place to start if you’ve played tennis before and maybe just moved to the area and are looking for somewhere to play. It’s also a great way to meet other members and socialise – the bar is open!
How do Tuesday nights differ from Thursday nights?
Tuesday is organised by the Club Coach. Thursday nights is organised by Volunteer members are on hand to ensure everyone mixes in and that where possible new members and pay and play visitors are welcomed and given information about other Club activities.
What if I decide I want to join?
Please have a look at the Membership section on the website (‘Become A Member’) which shows all the options. As a new member we would like to offer a “buddy” who will assist you in familiarisation with the club and introducing you to other members.
What if I want to play for the teams?
Contact the Mens or Ladies Captain or coach Mark Airey who will put you in touch with the Mens and Ladies Captain
We currently run 3 Ladies teams and 3 Men’s Teams in the summer league in the North East Cheshire Tennis League (NECTL). We also have 3 mixed teams in the Winter League.
We currently run 3 Ladies teams and 3 Men’s Teams in the summer league in the North East Cheshire Tennis League (NECTL). We also have 3 mixed teams in the Winter League.
What if I want to bring a guest?
You can bring along a guest at cost of £5 per visit – payable online to our Club bank account and email the membership secretary. Please sign your guest into the logbook in the letter rack at the entrance to the squash courts. A person may only be a guest of any member for a total of four times before being asked to join.
For Thursday evenings -Pay and Play sessions- there is no restriction on the number of visits by non-members and the cost is £5 each time. It makes sense to consider joining as a full member if Thursday sessions become a regular thing.
For Thursday evenings -Pay and Play sessions- there is no restriction on the number of visits by non-members and the cost is £5 each time. It makes sense to consider joining as a full member if Thursday sessions become a regular thing.
How do the floodlights operate?
For Tuesday and Thursday evening sessions which require floodlights (e.g. during Winter and early Spring), you will be asked to contribute £2 towards their running costs - the session organiser will usually collect your £2 and take care of activating the lights.
Should you need to switch the lights on yourself then please follow the directions HERE.
Should you need to switch the lights on yourself then please follow the directions HERE.
What is the door access code?
You will need the door code to access the toilets and changing rooms in the Main Club House. This information is included in the membership pack. There is an exit button to the right of the door just below the floodlight meter.
When do I need to brush the courts?
If there are obvious signs of leaves/debris on the courts then please use the draggers to brush the courts. They are hanging up on the netting on the side of the courts. Empty the draggers into the containers and tidy up using the shovels.
Our courts drain well but If the courts are very wet or have standing water on them, then remove sludge and piles of accumulated vegetation with the shovels, but don’t use the draggers until the courts have dried out.
Our courts drain well but If the courts are very wet or have standing water on them, then remove sludge and piles of accumulated vegetation with the shovels, but don’t use the draggers until the courts have dried out.
How will I know the courts are safe to play on?
Our courts are all weather but please be mindful of any exceptional conditions.
Please test the surface for ice in particular. Heavy rain or snow will be more obvious!
If in doubt ask coach Mark if he is at the Club.
Please test the surface for ice in particular. Heavy rain or snow will be more obvious!
If in doubt ask coach Mark if he is at the Club.
How about court etiquette?
Be courteous to other players at all times.
Please let other players finish their point /games before leaving or moving around the back of the courts.
Please keep gates closed to avoid losing balls. COVID rules leave gates open.
Please take rubbish home.
And respect teams when they are playing matches – away teams can sometimes be sensitive to our support when we are winning!
See our Club Members Code of Conduct.
Please let other players finish their point /games before leaving or moving around the back of the courts.
Please keep gates closed to avoid losing balls. COVID rules leave gates open.
Please take rubbish home.
And respect teams when they are playing matches – away teams can sometimes be sensitive to our support when we are winning!
See our Club Members Code of Conduct.
What should I wear?
Most importantly – correct tennis shoes.
No black court marking soles or astroturf shoes.
Also helps to keep courts clean if you wipe your shoes on the mat before going on the court to reduce taking any mud /debris onto the court.
We don’t have a colour dress code but please no complete team kits from other sports.
No black court marking soles or astroturf shoes.
Also helps to keep courts clean if you wipe your shoes on the mat before going on the court to reduce taking any mud /debris onto the court.
We don’t have a colour dress code but please no complete team kits from other sports.
How about health and safety?
Is there a First Aid box?
The first aid box is located in the main club corridor. Mark Airey is a qualified first aider and will assist when he is at the club. There is also a defibrillator on the Clubhouse outside the kitchen door.
In an emergency please call 999.
What if I need to report an issue?
Please let any member of the committee know – Mark is usually at the club on most days.
There is an accident book in the Tennis letter rack in the lobby as you go into the Squash Courts/ Ladies Changing rooms.
Who is the Welfare officer?
Sonia Amos is our Welfare Officer and her role is to ensure children, young people and adults are able to be safe whilst playing tennis at our club as well as helping to create a fun and inclusive environment. Members with any concerns or issues regarding these matters can raise them, in complete confidentiality with Sonia.
The first aid box is located in the main club corridor. Mark Airey is a qualified first aider and will assist when he is at the club. There is also a defibrillator on the Clubhouse outside the kitchen door.
In an emergency please call 999.
What if I need to report an issue?
Please let any member of the committee know – Mark is usually at the club on most days.
There is an accident book in the Tennis letter rack in the lobby as you go into the Squash Courts/ Ladies Changing rooms.
Who is the Welfare officer?
Sonia Amos is our Welfare Officer and her role is to ensure children, young people and adults are able to be safe whilst playing tennis at our club as well as helping to create a fun and inclusive environment. Members with any concerns or issues regarding these matters can raise them, in complete confidentiality with Sonia.
Who are the committee?
A full list of the committee members is on the website HERE.
Where can I find a copy of Knutsford tennis club policies?
We have policies relating to Safeguarding and Diversity and Inclusion.
A copy of our various policies as recommended by the LTA can be found on the website under the Members Area HERE.
A copy of our various policies as recommended by the LTA can be found on the website under the Members Area HERE.
What coaching is available at the club?
Marks full coaching schedule can be found on the clubs or Marks website – www.tennis-aces.co.uk.
There you will find information on all ages from 4 years old to Adults that can participate in group or individual coaching as well as children’s holiday camps. The group tennis programmes run in block sessions which there are 3 per year – January-March, April-July, September -December. The children’s holiday camps are in all school holidays which can also be found on the camp page of Mark’s website.
There you will find information on all ages from 4 years old to Adults that can participate in group or individual coaching as well as children’s holiday camps. The group tennis programmes run in block sessions which there are 3 per year – January-March, April-July, September -December. The children’s holiday camps are in all school holidays which can also be found on the camp page of Mark’s website.
What is available at the main club?
The main club has Tennis, Squash, Archery and Cricket sections.
The bar is open – times vary depending on what’s on at the club.
The clubhouse is used for various functions throughout the year for social events and by various clubs or and societies. The hall can be hired for private functions, more details are HERE or please contact Mark Airey - 07787510702
The bar is open – times vary depending on what’s on at the club.
The clubhouse is used for various functions throughout the year for social events and by various clubs or and societies. The hall can be hired for private functions, more details are HERE or please contact Mark Airey - 07787510702
How do I find out what is going on?
MEMBERS
Email Club Newsletter is sent out to all registered members usually after monthly Committee Meeting. Mid month.
Club Coach Mark Airey also emails members re Tuesday and Friday Club nights and Coach led Events.
If you are not receiving emails please email the membership secretary with your latest details.
Social Media Twitter and facebook content by Publicity Volunteer.
Noticeboards - There are 3 outside the clubhouse by Bar door on Tennis courts side.
Club members by Publicity Volunteer - Coaching by Coach. Policies by Vice Chair
Club WhatsApp groups - see play tennis page - Tuesday Clubnight. Thursday Clubnight, Members own Social, 18-25;s, Teams.
PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS
Social media and noticeboards as above.
Knutsford Guardian
Webpage
We do not share any member’s information outside the club and we adhere to GDPR policies as listed on the website.
Email Club Newsletter is sent out to all registered members usually after monthly Committee Meeting. Mid month.
Club Coach Mark Airey also emails members re Tuesday and Friday Club nights and Coach led Events.
If you are not receiving emails please email the membership secretary with your latest details.
Social Media Twitter and facebook content by Publicity Volunteer.
Noticeboards - There are 3 outside the clubhouse by Bar door on Tennis courts side.
Club members by Publicity Volunteer - Coaching by Coach. Policies by Vice Chair
Club WhatsApp groups - see play tennis page - Tuesday Clubnight. Thursday Clubnight, Members own Social, 18-25;s, Teams.
PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS
Social media and noticeboards as above.
Knutsford Guardian
Webpage
We do not share any member’s information outside the club and we adhere to GDPR policies as listed on the website.
What sort of social events do you have?
We have themed Club Nights each year; Examples are Wimbledon with Pimms & Strawberries, Easter, Halloween and Christmas, also quiz nights and the annual Airey Challenge Cup. We also hold various one day tournaments and Summer Box competitions, plus special tournaments organised by members.
We also host charity events, ‘Tennis Legends’ and Mini tournaments for schools.
We also host charity events, ‘Tennis Legends’ and Mini tournaments for schools.
Any offers the tennis club has for tennis kit / fitness?
We have a link to IProsports who offer a great range of tennis kit with our logo.
The clothes come in different colours and include tops, skirts and trousers.
The cost of the clothing is very competitive and the tennis club receives a small percentage of the price to go towards our court refurbishment fund.
The full details can be found via Mark’s website www.tennis-aces.co.uk on the shop tab. Just click on the link and it will take you to Tennis Clubs Iprosports page
As a KTC member you can get a 10% discount on various therapies offered by Elite Health in Knutsford and the club also receives a £10 introduction gift from Elite Health after each person's first appointment. More details are HERE.
The clothes come in different colours and include tops, skirts and trousers.
The cost of the clothing is very competitive and the tennis club receives a small percentage of the price to go towards our court refurbishment fund.
The full details can be found via Mark’s website www.tennis-aces.co.uk on the shop tab. Just click on the link and it will take you to Tennis Clubs Iprosports page
As a KTC member you can get a 10% discount on various therapies offered by Elite Health in Knutsford and the club also receives a £10 introduction gift from Elite Health after each person's first appointment. More details are HERE.
How do I help / volunteer?
We are always looking for volunteers to help promote the club, encourage membership and support any events /fundraising events we have at the club.
Please let any committee member know if you are interested in helping.
Please let any committee member know if you are interested in helping.