WAIATA EPSOM TENNIS CLUB
Waiata Epsom Tennis Club is located in Epsom, Auckland and welcomes players of any age and ability wishing to play tennis either socially or competitively. Our club has 4 floodlit artificial grass tennis courts, volley wall, and modern club house. We are a friendly community oriented tennis club with social tennis during the week and Junior and Intermediate coaching Thursday and Friday afternoons in terms 1 and 4. Come join in the fun!
Club Tennis - Tuesday Night & Wednesday Morning
Come play social tennis Tuesday 6pm and Wednesday 9am. Everyone is welcome to join in for a bit of recreation tennis, and meet other members.
Intermediate Club Night - Thursday
Nomad (Veterans) Tennis - Friday Morning
From 9am-noon. Veterans are welcome to socialise, and play social doubles.
Junior Coaching - Friday Afternoon
FACILITIES
Waiata – Epsom Tennis Club is 10 minutes drive from central Auckland, and close to public transport bus routes. We are proud of our newly laid artificial grass courts and modern clubhouse.
HOURS OF PLAY
All days from 7:00 am; no play after 10:00 pm or on Sunday after 7:00 pm. No play on Good Friday or Christmas Day.
RULES
All players must wear approved tennis shoes with non-marking soles, and appropriate clothing when playing on the courts. Please, on the courts: No smoking, no chewing gum, no food, no skateboards, no bicycles. No-one is to retrieve tennis balls from neighbours’ properties. Try to keep noise to a minimum, especially at night.
Courts
Four "Tiger Turf" artificial grass tennis courts. Floodlights for night tennis may be used by Club Members with lights endorsement on their access tags A versatile ball machine is available for use by club members. Key may be obtained from committee members - charge $5 per use.
Pavillion
Our modern pavillion has a sunny viewing deck overlooking the courts for the perfect viewing spot. A well equiped kitchen is available with fridge, microwave, oven and provision for hot drinks. There are separate mens and womens changing rooms, toilets and shower facilities. A Table tennis table is available for members use.
Grounds
Our club has a "target" volley wall perfect for practising your tennis strokes and a basketball hoop for shooting hoops. The outside grass seating area is fully fenced, with a sun-shaded playing area for children. A bbq for members use and picnic tables makes it a perfect place for families to enjoy.
TENNIS COACHING
Head Coach: Craig Bell
Former National Director of Coaching – Tennis New Zealand
Tennis Coaches New Zealand (TCNZ)- Competition Coach
Tennis New Zealand (TNZ) – Competition Coach
High Performance TNZ Coach
Assistant Coach: Marco Budiono
Tennis Coaches New Zealand (TCNZ)- Club Coach
Tennis New Zealand (TNZ) – Club Coach
REGULAR ACTIVITIES
| Day | Time | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00pm | Club night – All Welcome. Contact : Gerry Dillen 021 294 0225 |
| Wednesday | 9:00am | Club tennis Contact : Bill Mairs 624 3558 |
| Thursday (Term 1 & 4) | 5:00 – 6:30pm | Intermediate Club Night – 11 years+ Contact : Craig Bell 622 0649 or 021 232 9787 |
| Friday | 9am – noon | Nomad (veterans) group Contact : Bill Mairs 624 3558 |
| Friday (during season) | 4:00 – 7:00pm | Tiny Tennis & Junior coaching |
| Saturday (during season) | Until 6:00pm | Interclub tennis |
SERVICES
MEMBERSHIP
How To Join Our Club
Download a Registration Form and email or mail the completed form to us.
Payment can be made via Internet banking, as outlined on the registration form.
Our membership year runs from 1 September to 31 August (aligned with the tennis season).
If you need additional information, feel free to email or call us and we will get back to you as soon as we are able to.
Junior Registration Form 2022-2023
Senior Registration Form 2022-2023
Cardholder Registration Form 2022-2023
Phone our club acting secretary/treasurer Emile Bax on 625 9354.
MEMBERSHIP FEES 2022-2023
| Category | Total |
|---|---|
| Senior (playing more than once per week, at the weekend, and/or playing weekend Interclub matches) | $275.00 |
| Midweek Ladies (playing more than once per week, and/or playing Interclub matches) | $215.00 |
| Veterans (above 60 years)* | $210.00 |
| Intermediates (18 years and under)* | $135.00 |
| Juniors (11 years and under)* | $110.00 |
| Tiny Tennis (8 years and under)* | $75.00 |
| Family | $425.00 |
| Other options may be made available – please discuss with the club Secretary | |
| * Age as on the 30th April the year following the season ** Includes GST and where applicable, Tennis Auckland Inc affiliation fees |
CARD HOLDER FEES 2022-2023
| Category | Total |
|---|---|
| Card Holder fee | $130.00 |
| Plus (if required) | |
| Reactivation of existing court access tag | $5.00 |
| New court access tag | $25.00 |
| *** Card Holders are entitled to play once per week, on a weekday other than when the courts are required for official club or interclub play. They are not members of Waiata-Epsom Tennis Club and are not entitled to members’ rights and privileges. |
MISCELLANEOUS
| Category | Total |
|---|---|
| New tag for entry to courts and pavilion (once-only charge, refund of $10.00 available when key returned to club) | $25.00 |
| Annual re-activation of existing member’s tag | $5.00 |
| Floodlights access (annual fee) | $40.00 |
| Ball fee (seasonal, for interclub players only) | $20.00 |
| Tags enabled for court access during all hours of play, or use of floodlights, available to financial, playing members only. |
CONTACT US
- Waiata Epsom Tennis Club
- +09 625 9354 (Acting Secretary)
- [email protected]