
Tennis etiquitte
Codes of Conduct
Tennis Etiquitte
etiquitte
noun the customary code of polite behaviour in society or among members of a particular profession or group.
Tennis Australia’s guide to tennis etiquitte is a great place to start when learning tennis or refreshing your memory. There’s a lot to remember, especially for kids.
Beyond the informal etiquitte, we have the Club Codes of Conduct.
Codes of conduct
Every person whether you are a player, spectator, parent or club member should ensure…
Inclusion of every person regardless of their age, gender, culture, religion or race.
Eliminate violence and abusive behavior
Protection from sexual harassment or intimidation
Ability to participate and develop their full potential
Respect is shown towards others within the club, visitors and all tennis communities.
Players
Play by the rules
Don’t argue and control your temper
Be a team player, cooperating with team mates
Be a good sport
Treat all players fairly
Parents and Members
Encourage participation but don’t force it; these are kids and this is a game
Encourage playing by the rules
Remember players learn best by example
Never ridicule mistakes
Never publicly disagree with an umpire/official. Raise the issue privately, or report issue to Club representative
Problems or Complaints
There comes a time in our lives that an issue may arise and you don’t know how to deal with it. The club is happy to listen and give advise where needed. If have an issue on or off the court, big or small, that you would like to raise, please contact a club representative. For a confidential chat, call Club Member Protection Officer Lesley Nock on 0438 813 071