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Clubhouse Washrooms Open
Season Opening BBQ Set for Sun May 5th
- Our 2024 season officially gets under way Sunday May 5th.
- Round-robin (members only) starts at 930am. Friends & family are welcome to join our noon BBQ.
- Registration required in advance for optimal event planning.
- Sign-up form with dietary preferences to be mailed out beforehand.
Newbie Clinic Signup
- Clinics are led by experienced, TPA-accredited instructors.
- The Clinic size is limited; early registration is recommended to secure your spot.
- If the Clinic is full, it means we have reached the maximum per court (5). Add your name to the waitlist, and if we reach the minimum of four, a second court will be added (with a second instructor assisting).
- The Clinic is designed to help newbies reach 2.5 NTRP, which is the minimum needed to play the Mon House League.
- NTRP levels explained:
- 1.0: Just starting to play tennis.
- 1.5: Working primarily on ball control, getting the ball into play, placing serve inside the box.
- 2.0: Can rally five consecutive, slow~medium pace balls at 3/4-length of the court
Needs more on-court experience, emphasizing consistency.
• 2.5 Is ready to play league matches and low-level tournaments.
Sat May 4th 3pm: Final Tryout/Practice for ICTA Teams
- Intercounty hopefuls who missed our indoor team practices/tryouts at Mayfair, have one last chance.
- We'll hold an outdoor session at YWTC from 3pm ~ 5pm (weather permitting).
- No registration, no fee required to attend.
- Sulley, our Head Pro will be there to rate your game, and answer questions.
- It's a chance to get your NTRP rating, if you need it, or to discuss private lesson arrangements.
- Attendees will also have a chance to pick up their membership shoe tags.
What's Your NTRP?
- Need a rating for your game?
- Then join us on Sat May 4th from 3pm~5pm at YWTC when you'll be able to meet our Head Pro Sulley DOWUONA
- You'll have a chance to hit with a variety of other members and get your NTRP as rated by our Head Pro.
- No pre-registration is required to attend.
- An NTRP is a requirement for joining the YWTC Ladder.
New & Improved Mon Night House League
- Click shorturl.at/dtCU4 to read all about our new format for Monday night House League.
House League & Ladder Sign-Up Forms Ready
- ALL MEMBERS wanting to join House League and/or the Ladder, must register.
- Even if you have pre-paid for HL & Ladder, you must fill out the Activity Form.
- Look for these Forms under the "Join" tab on the main menu bar.
Summer Day Camp Registration Now Open
- Summer vacation is just around the corner, and so is YWTC's Tennis Camp
- Register your kids early to ensure a spot during the week(s) you want.
- Registration forms may be found under the Join tab, Junior Programs
High Schoolers! Do Your Community Service at YWTC
- YWTC welcomes high schoolers looking to complete their 40h of community service at a tennis club.
- If you know of a high schooler looking to perform volunteer work in the community, suggest they drop us an email introducing themselves: ywtc@ywtc.ca
- Students can complete their community hours at YWTC all at once, or in increments.
- All Ontario high school students, to graduate, must complete at least 40 hours of community service.
ClubSpark, Our New Online Court Booking System
- YWTC has transitioned to ClubSpark, our new online court booking system that replaces GameTime.
- Members will receive an invite to register for ClubSpark which is now up and running.
- We solicit your patience & understanding as we figure out how this thing works.
- We adopted ClubSpark because it comes highly recommended by Tennis Canada & the Ontario Tennis Association.
- If you're experiencing a problem with our online court booking system, write yorkwestontc@outlook.com
Gate Code Changed
- All 2024 members have been notified via email of the new gate code.
- Never share the code with non-members!
- Our security gate was installed for member safety & to prevent vandalism to the Clubhouse.
- If someone asks you for the code, don't be shy about demanding they first show their shoe tag.
- No shoe tag, no member privileges!
Hitting Partner Finder Form Ready
- Want to connect with other members to hit?
- Fill out our Hitting Partner Form to more easily connect with other members.
- Once you sign up, you'll see other members' skill levels, preferred times, and contact info.
Now Accepting 2024 Membership Applications
- 2023 YWTC Member applications get first priority.
- 2023 Members are guaranteed membership if their renewal forms are received by April 30th.
- May 1st we begin approving applications from New Members on our 2024 waiting list.
- Applications will be approved until the membership cap is reached.
- On reaching the cap, membership will be closed and all applications will be placed on the 2025 waiting list.
Renew / Join In-Person Option
- Applicants who prefer the personal touch are welcome to drop by the Club any weekend morning.
- Should you need help with your application, ask a question or two, a Club Executive will be on hand to provide assistance every Sat & Sun from 10am 'til noon throughout Apr & May .
- Membership shoe tags can also be picked up at this time.
Fees Increased for 2024
- Membership fees have been raised by $10. (Student & Junior memberships excepted).
- The Guest Fee is $15. per day, effective April 8th.
- House League, Ladder, and all other activity fees remain unchanged.
Our 2024 Adult Shoe Tag
- How well do you know your Grand Slams?
- This year's shoe tags borrow the official colors of two Grand Slams: Can you guess which ones?
- Tags may be picked up any Sat or Sun at the Clubhouse throughout Apr & May between 10am and noon.
- Tags will not be mailed but issued only in person.
- Show your respect for Club Rules by wearing your shoe tag on your shoe.
And Our Junior Tag
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You Can Help Keep YWTC Smoke-Free
- Cannabis smoking just outside of Court 4 has been a nuisance at all times of the day and night.
- YWTC, like all City of Toronto-owned facilities, is a smoke-free zone.
- The Smoke-Free Ontario Act prohibits smoking within 20 meters of sporting areas, playgrounds, play areas, and spectator areas next to sporting areas.
- Violators face a fine of up to $5000.
- These restrictions apply to tobacco, cannabis (medical & recreational) as well as vaping or electronic cigarettes.
- If bothered by smoke while on the court, DO NOT ENGAGE with the offender(s).
- Dial 416.808.2222 to file a complaint with TPS.
- Be sure to send a follow-up note to ywtc@ywtc.ca with the date & time of the incident.
- Do not expect immediate results.
- With a list of our filed complaints, our City Councillor will be able to request TPS to step up their patrols of the Weston Lions Park.
- Do not dial 911, as this number is strictly for emergency use only.
FAQs
- Have a burning question ?
- Get the answer now on our new Frequently Asked Questions page under the About Us tab.
Gametime Shut Down
- Gametime has been shut down with immediate effect.
- Online court reservation resumes April 1st, 2024.
- Until then, courts remain available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- If courts are full & members are waiting for a court, please respect Club rules:
Doubles players: Top-of-the-hour changeover with 2h maximum
OTA & Tennis Canada Launch Community Tennis Networks
- Looking to compete against singles players from other clubs in the GTA?
- The Ontario Tennis Association, in partnership with Tennis Canada, has launched Community Tennis Networks (CTN).
- CTN connects you with players of your level (Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced), and in your area.
- Areas include Toronto West, Toronto East, Mississauga, Vaughan, Brampton, and beyond.
- Playing CTN matches gives you an ITF World Tennis Number, to track ITF WTN ranking and match score history.
- Invite opponents to play at York-Weston (the Guest Fee applies, of course).
- Or get invited to play as a visitor at other local clubs (fees may apply) !
- Check out how CTN works by clicking www.communitytennisnetwork.com/networks
- Registration is free! Plus they're giving away fantastic prizes! What an amazing deal !
- But wait, it's not actually free — You've already paid for CTN!
- About 10% of your YWTC membership fee goes to the OTA each year.
- So thank you very much OTA for giving something back!
- Registration numbers are low at this very early stage, but give it time, and CTN will grow.
Fall Cleanup: Mission Accomplished!
- It was a beautiful autumn morning on Sun Nov 12th — ideal for our annual leaf cleanup.
- To those who generously lent a hand:
Son NGUYEN, Nhan NGUYEN, Ha NGUYEN, Tony PHAN, Mai TRAN, David VO & Paul VO
the Club offers a big thank you & one free 2024 Guest Pass each !
- Interested in volunteering? Then save the date: Sun Apr 14th 2024
- That's when volunteers will be needed next to help with our spring cleaning.
Phishing Scam Alert!
- Club emails have been hacked.
- Several members have reported receiving emails from "The YWTC Club President" or "OLES G*****" urgently requesting cooperation, and . . . $.
- These emails are phishing attempts to get into your wallet.
- Do not click any links, or reply: Delete the email.
- Check out the sender's address: A shady-looking domain name is the tell-tale sign of a scammer.