AITA clay courts to re-open with restrictions on May 11
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has posted information specific to tennis at their COVID-19 webpage. The club’s board believes this allows us to open the clay courts to careful use under the following guidelines. We see these as representing the first phase of what will be an evolving set of recommendations as the state issues additional advisories and orders. While we cannot eliminate all risk, we hope the following will reduce the risk and comply with state guidelines:
AITA Guidelines
1. No more than ten people can be on the four clay courts at one time. To assist in observing this limit, please be accurate in indicating “singles” or “doubles” in your reservations and do not make a reservation that would bring the total number of players above ten.
2. For the safety of all, lessons with more than 3 players (in addition to Ali) are prohibited during this first phase.
3. Players need to maintain 6-foot distance during play.
4. Players need to maintain 6-foot distance during changeovers and while seated court side. Distance markers have been attached to the fences to show chair spacing.
5. Everyone at the club should observe current Massachusetts COVID-19 orders and guidance.
6. When turning over the court to the next group of players, the players coming onto the court need to keep their distance and wait to enter the courts until the previous group of players exits the courts.
7. Sweeping the courts after use is essential to proper maintenance and will still be required. Sweeping the lines is optional.
8. The indoor courts and clubhouse remain closed other than for access to the bathrooms. The clubhouse will be cleaned on the summer schedule of once per week.
9. Members should recognize that using the courts and clubhouse will entail risk. We do not have the personnel or resources to disinfect surfaces. Assume that the gates, chairs, sweepers, and all other equipment and fixtures at the outdoor courts have not been disinfected and use them accordingly. Members should bring and use wipes, gloves, masks, etc. for their own protection. The club is unable to obtain and provide those supplies.
10. Don’t come to the club if you are or feel ill.
11. Consider your personal situation and potential risk in deciding whether or not to play tennis. The USTA has guidelines at click here: .
12. We are not permitting guests during this first phase until we can assess the level of demand for court time. Many area tennis courts are closed and we don't want to be overwhelmed by demand by non-members. Summer membership is still available at a flat fee of $200 for unlimited use of the clay courts.
The clay courts will open for play on Monday, May 11, and are now available on the club’s on-line reservation system. Enjoy and stay safe!
Board of Directors
Acton Indoor Tennis Association
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has posted information specific to tennis at their COVID-19 webpage. The club’s board believes this allows us to open the clay courts to careful use under the following guidelines. We see these as representing the first phase of what will be an evolving set of recommendations as the state issues additional advisories and orders. While we cannot eliminate all risk, we hope the following will reduce the risk and comply with state guidelines:
AITA Guidelines
1. No more than ten people can be on the four clay courts at one time. To assist in observing this limit, please be accurate in indicating “singles” or “doubles” in your reservations and do not make a reservation that would bring the total number of players above ten.
2. For the safety of all, lessons with more than 3 players (in addition to Ali) are prohibited during this first phase.
3. Players need to maintain 6-foot distance during play.
4. Players need to maintain 6-foot distance during changeovers and while seated court side. Distance markers have been attached to the fences to show chair spacing.
5. Everyone at the club should observe current Massachusetts COVID-19 orders and guidance.
6. When turning over the court to the next group of players, the players coming onto the court need to keep their distance and wait to enter the courts until the previous group of players exits the courts.
7. Sweeping the courts after use is essential to proper maintenance and will still be required. Sweeping the lines is optional.
8. The indoor courts and clubhouse remain closed other than for access to the bathrooms. The clubhouse will be cleaned on the summer schedule of once per week.
9. Members should recognize that using the courts and clubhouse will entail risk. We do not have the personnel or resources to disinfect surfaces. Assume that the gates, chairs, sweepers, and all other equipment and fixtures at the outdoor courts have not been disinfected and use them accordingly. Members should bring and use wipes, gloves, masks, etc. for their own protection. The club is unable to obtain and provide those supplies.
10. Don’t come to the club if you are or feel ill.
11. Consider your personal situation and potential risk in deciding whether or not to play tennis. The USTA has guidelines at click here: .
12. We are not permitting guests during this first phase until we can assess the level of demand for court time. Many area tennis courts are closed and we don't want to be overwhelmed by demand by non-members. Summer membership is still available at a flat fee of $200 for unlimited use of the clay courts.
The clay courts will open for play on Monday, May 11, and are now available on the club’s on-line reservation system. Enjoy and stay safe!
Board of Directors
Acton Indoor Tennis Association
Mission Statement
The Acton Indoor Tennis Club is one of a small number of non‐profit tennis clubs in Massachusetts and the United States. As a primarily volunteer‐based organization, it is dedicated to the promotion of affordable life‐long tennis. All revenues received are invested back into the club. The club relies on its membership to contribute to the club and requires a basic commitment of time and talents by ALL members to maintain and improve the club. As a non‐profit, the club also depends on its membership to recommend new members and grow the club as needed.
Welcome
The AITA (Acton Bubble) is a non-profit club, run by the members for the members. We are celebrating over 50th year. We have:
The Acton Bubble offers both indoor memberships (October - April) and summer memberships (May - September). Summer membership includes access to our four clay courts as well as our two indoor courts when weather does not permit outdoor play. 
Did you know?
The club now has WiFi connection for its members? Check out the bulletin board at the club for details! |
Members CornerNew Indoor Courts
Our resurfacing project was recently completed in September, just in time for indoor season. You will find a more comfortable surface with truer bounces on the indoor courts.Thanks to the support and patience of our membership during this process. 
What new at the club?
We have installed a AED (Automated External Defibrillator) It is located in the club house above the telephone.
2019 Club Mixed Doubles tournamentJune 1st 2019
Level 1 winners
Peter Burhoe Nammon Gross with runners up Jun tian & Jingson Li
Club Photos - click here for photos
Are things looking brighter?
This week all the light in the bubble have replaced with new LED lights. This is all part of the energy saver program with our electric provider. Enjoy! |
