RLTC Weekly Edition
June 8th, 2021
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- Seating Options Are Back!
- "Open House" Level Assessments
- Junior Programming
- Adult Clinics
- Round Robins
- Tournament Schedule
- Ladder Sign Up
- Foxes at RLTC
- Club Credit
- Ball Machine
- Court Care
- Court Closures
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Seating Options Are Back! |
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As of Saturday, June 12th, we will officially be offering seating options for members. Tables will be set out on our deck & lawn and spaced at least 6 meters apart in accordance with provincial guidelines. We are still asking people to keep 2 meters distance at all times and wear a mask on property when not eating or drinking.
In each seating zone we will allow maximum of 4 people per table. Please respect this rule as the club is liable for ensuring it is followed. Each arrangement will also have a "headed home" sign present (as seen on the right). Members should flip this sign so it is face up once they leave to indicate the area needs to be wiped down by staff.
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Open House "Level Assessments" |
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In lieu of our traditional open house social gathering, RLTC is pleased to present two player- assessment days with our Club Pros. If you are unsure about your current level using our rating system, you can sign up to attend and be evaluated on-court. This will help ensure that players are matched in appropriate levels of clinics and round robins.
Wednesday June 16th 10:00am - 12:00
Saturday June 19th 3:00 - 5:00pm
Please confirm your attendance by clicking the " I'll be there" button for the corresponding session below. You can also email us to confirm a space in the assessment info@rltennis.ca. |
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June 16th- Level Assessment
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LOCATION
Rockcliffe Lawn Tennis Club
DATE AND TIME
06/16/21 10:00am
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06/16/21 12:00pm
player- assessment days with our Club Pros
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June 19th- Player Assessment
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LOCATION
Rockcliffe Lawn Tennis Club
DATE AND TIME
06/19/21 3:00pm
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06/19/21 5:00pm
player- assessment days with our Club Pros
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We are thrilled to announce that our Spring Recreational, Pre-Competitive & Competitive Programs will be re-launching this coming Monday, June 14th.
Our original time slots will stand and children currently registered have been rolled into our new sessions. There will now be 3 weeks in total, ending Friday, July the 3rd. Should you have any questions, please reach out to us at info@rltennis.ca
Our prices have now been adjusted for the weeks our spring sessions were unable to run. See our newest programming options below. We will update everyone with our fall sessions shortly.
Spring Junior Recreational (5-14 y.o)
Coaches: Zhenya
Ratio: 5:1
Dates: June 16 - July 3
Wednesday/Friday 4:00-5:00PM, Saturday 9-10AM
- This program is open to any player that would like to learn the tennis fundamentals.
- Learn how to rally, serve, play at the net and keep score.
- Develop skills through drills, game situations and open play.
- Have fun and experience the game in a positive and engaging environment.
- Progressive tennis balls and scaled down equipment and court size (Red, Orange, Green).
- Prizes, player reports and tournament at the end of the session.
Price:
1 day/week (3 hours total) $66
2 days/week (6 hours total) $132
3 days/week (9 hours total) $198
Spring Junior Pre-Competitive* (8-14 y.o)
Lead Coach: Zhenya
MAX 12 players, MINIMUM 5 players
Dates: June 14 - July 1
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-6:30PM
- Building the right habits (fundamentals), maximizing effort-focus, teamwork, learning to train, and enjoying the process
- Skill development, activities and progressions to develop ball-tracking, anticipation, decision making, racquet skills, and using the body to generate full strokes
- Gaining confidence in all five playing situations (rally skills, net game, and serve/return)
- Connect to tactics (right shot at the right time, hitting big targets, and consistency)
- Helping players to understand the game better and develop interest to participate in entry level competition (friendly games, matchplay, inter club, Rookie Tours & Future Stars)
- Prizes, player reports and tournament at the end of the session
Price:
2 days/week (6 hours total) $138
3 days/week (9 hours total) $207
Spring Junior Competitive* (10-14 y.o)
Lead Coaches: Zhenya & Dan
MAX 8 players, MINIMUM 5 players
Dates: June 14 - July 1
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 4:00-5:30PM
- On-court training includes physical development, shadow stroke training, live ball drills, basket feeding, footwork and agility drills
- Smaller groups, more individualized coaching and targeted feedback
- Game situations and point play to develop overall awareness and good decision making
- Advanced tactical training, including drills in all three zones of the court, offence-defense transition, and developing patterns of play
- Developing a “weapon” (strength or dominant shot) and improving areas that need work
- Prizes, player reports and tournament at the end of the session
- Players in this program will be encouraged to participate in weekly matchplay, inter club, tournaments (OTA/UTR) and small group lessons to work on individual priorities
Price:
2 days per week (9 hours total) $225
3 days per week (13.5 hours total) $337.50
For members, log-in to your member homepage to register for junior programs. Programs are visible on the parent's homepage, not the junior member.
For non-member bookings please go to member login and click button for "public" programs to complete registration.
Spring Teen Point Play (14-16 y.o Int/Adv player)
Coach: Dan
Ratio: 4:1
Dates: June 16th- June 30
Wednesday 2:30-4:00PM
- Developing confidence with point play, matches, and tournaments
- Building the right fundamentals, maximizing effort-focus, teamwork, learning to train, and enjoying the process
- Skill development, activities and progressions to develop ball-tracking, anticipation, decision making, racquet skills, and using the body to generate full strokes
- Gaining confidence in all five playing situations (rally skills, net game, and serve/return)
- Connect to tactics (right shot at the right time, hitting big targets, and consistency)
Price: $103.50
For members, log-in to your member homepage to register for junior programs. Programs are visible on the parent's homepage, not the junior member.
For non-member bookings please go to member login and click button for "public" programs to complete registration.
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Adult Clinics Starting July 5th |
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We have decided to scrap the adult program dates we have already missed and continue with our next session's original start date and continuity till the end as planned. Our NTPR rating/ lettering system below corresponds to members level of play. We are no longer offering an "A" clinic as previously planned. Should you be interested in advanced programming, please let us know- info@rltenns.ca
Please note that members must commit to a full 4 week session when signing up. Attend our free level assessment clinics if you're unsure where you best fit!
Adult Programs
- “D” Clinic (Learn to play) NTRP 1.0 - 2.0
Coaches: Dan MAX 6 players, MINIMUM 4 players
Dates: 4 week session (see calendar) Thursday 5:30PM - 6:30PM
- “C” Clinic NTRP 2.0 - 3.0
Coaches: Dan MAX 8 players, MINIMUM 6 players
Dates: 4 week session (see calendar) Mondays 11:30AM - 1:00PM
- “B” Clinic NTRP 3.0 - 4.0
Coaches: Dan MAX 8 players, MINIMUM 6 players
Dates: 4 week session (see calendar) Wednesdays 10:30AM - 12:00PM
Specialty Clinics
Coaches: Zhenya / Dan MAX 8 players, MINIMUM 6 players
Dates: 4 week session (see calendar) Tuesday 6:30-7:30PM & Sunday 10-11AM
- Shot of the week All levels
Coaches: Dan MAX 8 players, MINIMUM 6 players
Dates: 4 week session (see calendar) Wednesday 12:00 - 1:00PM
- Women’s Clinic NTRP 3.0 - 4.0
Coaches: Zhenya & Dan MAX 8 players, MINIMUM 6 players
Dates: July 14-16, September 15-17 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9-10:30AM
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Sessions
Summer #1
July 5th - August 1st
4 sessions
Summer #2
August 9th - September 5th
4 Sessions
Fall #1
September 13th - October 10th
4 Sessions
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Our weekly Round Robin schedule begins next week, June 14th! Please note that all of our RR's currently have capacity for 20 players
In efforts to keep match play enjoyable for everyone, please only join sessions that fall within your level of play. Refer to Canada's self rating guide here to find out where you fit! Intermediate and advanced programs will be diligent this year in relocating players if they are not meeting the required level of play.
Should you need any guidance, please attend our free assessment clinics. If you're unable to make the assessment dates but are interested in figuring our where you would be best suited, please let us know - info@rltennis.ca
Round Robin Weekly Schedule
- Mondays: 10:00 - 11:30 am (Beginner-Intermediate, 1.0 - 3.0)
- Tuesdays: 10:00 - 11:30 pm (Intermediate-Advanced, 3.5)
- Wednesdays: 6:00 - 7:30 pm (Advanced, 3.5+)
- Fridays: 10:00 - 11:30 am (Beginner-Intermediate, 1.0 - 3.0)
For our Monday, Wednesday and Friday RR's, you can register until 1 hour before start time. For the Tuesday RR, you must register by 12:00PM the day before.
To Register:
1. Sign in to Jegysoft using your username and password.
2. Under the tab labeled "Calendar Sign-ups" click the option titled "Register For Calendar Sign-Ups".
3. From this page, select "Round Robins", then the highlighted date for the Round Robin you wish to sign up for and follow prompts to register.
Alternatively, members can sign up by calling in (613-749-5494)
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We are pleased to announce that the 2021 tournament season is beginning. Just 10 days behind schedule. As is our tradition, we will begin with mixed doubles, so everyone can get involved and brush off their competitive skills in a social atmosphere. Below are the dates as well as some information on the format and rules.
Please make sure you are available for the opening weekend, so that we can get the first round done and set up the consolation round without delay. We look forward to a full program of friendly competition.
Dates:
Mixed Doubles: June 19 to 29 (Latest sign-up date: June 17, 6 PM)
Women’s Doubles: July 9 to 15 (Latest sign-up date: July 6, 6 PM)
Men’s Doubles: July 16 to 27 (Latest sign-up date: July 13, 6 PM)
Juniors: August, dates to be determined
Men's Singles: September 9 to 21 (Latest sign-up date: September 6, 6 PM)
Women's Singles: September 23 to 30 (Latest sign-up date: September 20, 6 PM)
General information:
Participation is free! Players bring a can of new balls to each match. Loser keeps the balls used during the match; winner keeps the unused balls. Weekday games will be played in the evening at 5, 6 or 7 PM. If you are unable to play at 5 PM, please advise us when you register, and we will schedule you at 6 or 7 PM.
There will be a consolation round so each player or team is guaranteed to play at least 2 matches.
Men’s doubles and singles will have an A and B division, providing enough people sign up.
If there are less than 5 teams registered for any tournament, a round-robin format will be used.
Match format:
Except for the semi-finals and finals, all matches will be a pro set of first to eight games, winning by two games. If the score reaches 7-7, a regular tiebreak is played, the winner being the first to reach 7 points, winning by 2 points.
Semi-final and final matches will be two out of three sets. If tied at one set each, the third set will be a “super tiebreak”, that is, the winner is the first to reach 10 points, winning by 2 points.
Men’s singles semi-finals and finals in the main draw will be best two out of three sets.
Rules:
Players are reminded that they are responsible for calls on their side of the net, and the opposing player/team must accept their decision. If there is any doubt, normal etiquette is to give the opponent the benefit of the doubt. Players should avoid replaying a point, though this is always an option if both sides agree.
If a game is stopped due to failing light, the score will be carried over to the next day.
We will do our best to arrange for an umpire for the final matches.
These events are intended for full members. Club pros, social members and guests are not eligible to participate.
Availability:
Players should ensure that they are available for the full opening weekend of the tournament. Small adjustments in match times can be considered but only if both players/teams agree. Matches must be completed so as not to delay the next round. Otherwise, the player/team asking for the delay will have to forfeit the game. Players are asked to contact their opponents directly if they wish to make a change and then advise the clubhouse staff and tournament director in order to reserve a court.
If you have any additional questions, do not hesitate to contact any of the following members of the Tournament Committee.
Phil English (Chair) 613-853-0024 or penglish407@gmail.com
Chris Hannant (Club manager) 613-749-5494 or info@rltennis.ca
Pablo Gonzalez 613-715-4210 or pgonzalezz87@gmail.com
To register:
To register for tournaments online, login to Jegysoft, then, under the tab of the tournament you wish to register for, click the "register for tournament" button below and follow prompts. Members can also call (613-749-5494) or send us an email (info@rltennis.ca) to register for one or more tournaments. For more details see our tournaments page
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We're excited to welcome back much loved Zhenya Kondrativski who is directing our programming with help from fellow Senior Pro Dan Vila. Dan joined us at the end of last year and has been an outstanding addition to our coaching staff. People are looking to up their game more than ever this year.
Understandably, these guys are in high demand. We're happy to announce they will be able to start lessons this Friday, June 11. Please be patient, knowing they will do their best to fit you in. Our instructors arrange their own lessons, so its best to send them an email to set up a time.
For rates, check out our lessons page here
Click on the instructors name for a link to their bio's.
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Director of Tennis, Senior Tennis Pro
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Mixed Singles Ladder:
Round 1 will commence Friday, June 18th. On this date, registered players will be able to see what box they are in once they log-in. Till then, spread the news and tell your friends to sign up!
Players are placed in groups of players called "boxes". Participants must play everyone in their box. At the end of each match, enter your score and the winner!
After one month, the top two players move up a box, the bottom two move down a box. The middle player(s) stay.
New participants can join at any time but may have to wait until the next session to play if they are too late in registering.
To register:
1. login to Jegysoft and find the tab "Singles Tennis Ladder"
2. Click the subheading titled "Register For Singles Tennis Ladder" and follow prompts.
For more detail on the ladder and our rules, check our our ladder page here.
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A small family of foxes is living amongst us. They are often seen by members early in the morning and late at night, while it is most peaceful.
After seeking advice from local wildlife centres and city workers, it has been deemed a non-issue for the time being. Foxes generally want nothing to do with humans. We will likely see them re-locate once our camp starts and things get noisier.
For now, we can do our part keeping them and ourselves safe by not feeding them and making noise if they get too close. They are cute, no doubt, and seemingly friendly, but we should be mindful of our impact when we get too close. If they acclimatize to humans and feel comfortable approaching other people, it could be a less friendly exchange.
Thanks for your cooperation, feel free to reach out to the club with any questions regarding the matter.
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In order to create a tab for easy purchases, you will need to buy credit in advance. This can be done by logging in to Jeggysoft and selecting "Order Product" under the "Online Pro Shop" tab.
From here you can purchase private lessons, packages and club credit. Once you have completed the purchase, you can simply use your credit to buy items from the club by giving your name to the attendant.
Alternatively, you can purchase credit straight from the front desk.
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Our new ball machine has been ordered and is on the way! The "Playmate Ace" is a high end ball machine we're excited to showcase. Able to hold 200 balls and alternate between spins/ match play modes, we feel we've picked a winner. Specs can be found here.
Once it is delivered we will let everyone know how to book. Stay tuned!
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A few days ago we shut down court 3 to build up the baseline. One of our new clubhouse attendants, Idhrak Azard, took the liberty of filming a time-lapse. He is accompanied by Alex Hnatovsky who does maintenance on the courts in the wee hours of the morning. These guys will be helping with our weekly court care plans this summer. Both highly competitive players, we're lucky to have them on board! |
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Its official, our hard courts are being repaired and will be closed from July 26th for a period of approximately 2 weeks depending on weather. Thank you for your understanding as we take time to renovate! |
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Thank you to our wonderful sponsors. Click their logos to find out more! |
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Stay safe! We look forward to seeing everyone out on the courts. Reach out to us with any questions or concerns and we'll get back to you,
Chris Hannant
Rockcliffe Lawn Tennis Club
613-749-5494
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