Safety First:

• Only play when courts are dry.
• Follow the directions of Group Captains at the courts.
• "Tone down" when playing with less experienced players.
• If you see a stray ball YELL "ball on the court".
• If the stray ball is on your court, stop play and replay the point.
• Carefully return stray balls when play is stopped.

Fair Play:

• Set a positive example.
• Be considerate and respectful of others, on and off the courts.
• Introduce yourself to new Members.
• Be patient awaiting your turn to play; let others finish their game.
• Play fairly, acknowledge good shots, shake hands after matches.

Court Etiquette:

• Don't distract other players while a point is in progress.
• A shot is "in" unless you clearly see the ball land outside the line.
• Return balls directly to the server, not to the back of the court.
• Wait for play to stop before you cross a court.

In addition to the International Tennis Federation’s Rules of Tennis, this book presents the rules, regulations and procedures to be followed at all events sanctioned by Tennis Canada.

Also included is a section on case decisions to assist in understanding Rules interpretations for Unofficiated Matches.