2014 Curran Hall Park Tennis Club Information
www.curranhalltennis.net
APPLICATION
Completed application forms can be delivered in person or mailed with a cheque or money order, (NO CASH PLEASE) to “Curran
Hall Park Tennis Club”, 277 Orton Park Road, Scarborough, Ontario, M1G 3T4. If you are delivering it in person, and the
Curran Hall Office is closed, please leave it in the mailbox at the front door. To take advantage of the “Early Bird Special”
rates, your application form and payment must be received by March 31st, 2014 to ensure that your shoe tags are mailed out to you
before the Club opening on April 10th, 2014. See Application Form for Membership Fees.
2014 SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY MEMBERSHIP FOR NEW MEMBERS
Adult Membership - $40 (a $25 savings)
Family Membership - $100 (a $40 savings)
This offer is a ONE TIME introductory discount. It is open to NEW MEMBERS ONLY (those who have never been members or
those who have not been members since the 2010 season.) Activity fees are not discounted.
SENIOR MEMBERSHIP
Senior membership is $40.
FEE QUALIFICATION
1. SENIOR status is 60 years of age (or over) on December 31 st, 2013.
2. FAMILY membership includes 2 Adults in one family (same address) and their children UNDER 18.
3. ADULT status is 18 to 59 years of age on December 31 st, 2013.
4. JUNIOR status is 7 to 15 years of age on December 31st, 2013. Under 7 years accepted at discretion of Junior Coordinator.
5. INTERMEDIATE status is 16 or 17 years of age as of December 31, 2013.
6. INCLUDED are the Association fees of $11.50 per Adult and Senior member and $3.00 per Junior and Intermediate
member for the OTA and STF which are forwarded by the Club.
7. Juniors and Intermediates must provide birth dates on the application form.
MONDAY COMPETITIVE DOUBLES LEAGUE
This league caters to the intermediate and advanced players seeking spirited, competitive and organized tennis.
There are two seven week sessions: SESSION 1 – SPRING – May 5th to June 23rd
SESSION 2 – SUMMER– July 7th to August 25th
There is no scheduled Doubles League on long weekends, but these dates may be used for rainouts. Each Monday evening will
consist of l ¼ hours playing time. The cost is $15 per person per session. Sign-up for the first and second sessions on the application
form. Each session can accommodate 48 players (3 groups of 16 players each). It is filled on a first come first served basis, and is
extremely popular. There are 3 time slots: 7:00 – 8:15 pm, 8:15 – 9:30 pm and 9:30 – 10:45 pm and each group will rotate through
the time slots each session. Winners will be recognized at the end of the season.
Adult Development – Christine Vaandering – 416-439-3277, adultdevelopmenttennis@gmail.com
FRIDAY ADULT HOUSE LEAGUE
This league is organized to be a social, as well as a tennis event, where returning and new members can spend an enjoyable evening.
There are two seven week sessions: SESSION 1 – SPRING – May 2nd to June 20th
SESSION 2 – SUMMER – Aug 8th to Sept 26th
The cost is $15 per person per session. Participants will enjoy two free B.B.Q’s per session. (included in your House League fees).
There is no scheduled House League on long weekends, but "pick up" tennis is encouraged. Each session can only accommodate 56
players, so register early to avoid disappointment.
House League Convenor – John Popiel – 416-289-9437, johnpopiel@gmail.com
SCARBOROUGH TENNIS FEDERATION (STF) INTER-CLUB TEAMS
In 2014 Curran Hall Park Tennis Club will be entering 4 teams in the STF inter-club league. A1, A2, B2 and C1 (Tuesday,
Wednesday and Thursday evenings). The first day of STF play will probably be Tuesday, May 6th, 2014.
If you are interested in playing for a team, please complete the STF section on the Application Form and return it with your
Membership Application Form. HOWEVER, be aware of the following requirements for Team Play, before applying for
placement on a team:
1. Be prepared to play at least 75% of the matches, if you can’t only apply as a spare.
2. Play starts at 7:00 pm. Rain may cause delays/interruptions in play. Please allow for this when committing to STF.
3. There will be a cost of $3 per player per match. The money goes towards the cost of registration, refreshments and tennis
balls. STF players and spares are expected to pay the $3 fee to their Captain before they play.
A Selection Committee will establish the teams once all Application Forms are received. Challenges for placement into a higher level
team will be accepted according to the Challenge Rules. (posted on web site & clubhouse bulletin board)
In order to assist the Selection Committee, please indicate at which level you believe you would be most beneficial to the Curran Hall
teams: such indication does NOT guarantee that you play at that level, but serves as a guide for the Committee. We will do our best to
accommodate your request. Please indicate if you would like to play as a spare ONLY.
PLEASE NOTE: Captains will notify each team member of their placement, to give ample time to arrange Challenge dates.
DEADLINE FOR STF APPLICATIONS IS APRIL 14th, 2014.
STF Convenor – Mary Hall, 905-762-0797, yawnie1@hotmail.com
ADULT LESSONS
Lessons are a great way to introduce you to the sport of tennis, brush up on a few choice strokes or to obtain a refresher after a winter
away from playing. Players of ALL levels are encouraged to sign up.
NEW THIS YEAR: As a pilot project this summer, adult lessons will be modified to try and get more players involved. The goal is
to identify areas that players want to improve on and schedule lessons based around those areas. Lessons will be organized
(depending on interest) Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday and Sundays during the daytime.
You can sign up on the application form for a package of 5 guaranteed 1 hour classes for $40, or pay a $10 per class drop-in rate.
If you are interested in group lessons, please enter your email address and/or phone number on the application form. You will be
contacted throughout the season with information regarding lessons.
These are not the only lessons available! Private or group lessons for players of all levels can be held any time there is a court
available. Organize a group of your own to learn some doubles strategy, get some help with that rusty serve, or just learn and have
some fun! For more information about adult lessons contact Jeff Hanna at (416) 951-2550 or email jeffhanna86@gmail.com
Adult Cardio Tennis - Returning for a 3rd Year! Sign up for the session, get one class FREE!
Cardio tennis is a high energy fitness activity that combines the best features of the sport. It involves a fun series of tennis based drills
and cardiovascular exercise. It is a very social and enjoyable hour for players of all ability levels. Interested in Cardio Tennis?
Enter your email and/or phone number on the application form. (Lessons have taken place in the past on Sunday afternoons around
3or 4 pm, depending on interest this time may be flexible). ) Cost is $40 for 5 classes or $10 per class on a drop in basis.
For more information contact Anna Sullivan at (416) 937-8454 or email: adultdevelopmenttennis@gmail.com.
JUNIOR PROGRAMS
Club activities for all Junior members include Lessons, Round Robins, Event Days and Tournaments. There will be a Junior Open
House on Saturday, May 31th (rain date Sunday, June 1st) which will include tennis and food. All juniors are encouraged to come out,
meet others and have fun!
Junior Lessons: Please sign up on the separate junior programs form.
Junior STF teams: Boys and girls teams, age groups Under 18, Under 16, Under 14, Under 12 – FREE. STF is on Saturday mornings
starting from April 26 to June 28, 2014. These are competitive matches against other Scarborough Tennis Clubs.
We could use your help! If you are available please refer to Junior Form for details.
Junior Coordinator – Jeff Hanna at (416) 951-2550 or email: jeffhanna86@gmail.com
ATTENTION HIGHSCHOOL STUDENTS! Need to fulfill your volunteer hours? Help out with junior tennis lessons!
Contact Jeff if you are interested.
DROP IN TENNIS:
Daytime drop in: Mondays (2 courts only) - 9:30-11:30 am and Thursdays (4 courts) – 9:30-11:30 am.
Contact for drop in: Lesley Moore 416-283-8195
All members are welcome at drop-ins. Drop in tennis will begin May5th.
LADIES INTERCOUNTY TEAM
This is a B level team. Matches are played Wednesday mornings and practices are held Monday mornings. For more information call
Sue Baker at 416-431-6302.