CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE TO ALL NEW CLUB MEMBERS

Posted 3rd July 2020

I am writing to welcome you as a new member of Old Wilsonians’ Lawn Tennis Club. During these rather unusual times I feel a need to explain that because of the pandemic restrictions our club is not currently operating in the same way as it has in prior years.  We recognise that has consequences for everyone – but especially for players who have recently joined.  It makes it harder for you to meet people, to find other people to play with and against, and to integrate into the club more generally – as a player and also socially.

In the past we have been able to invite new members to our “turn up and play” club sessions on a Saturday afternoon, as well as to other groups that take place on different evenings each week.  There would have been league matches as well as many social tennis competitions. We would have encouraged you to bring your family to our tennis tournament and BBQ on the first weekend in August. And there would have been lots of social events and gatherings in the main clubhouse and bar with quiz nights, wine tastings and a number of events run by tennis and the other sports club at Old Wilsonians’. 

You will no doubt appreciate these restrictions are outside the control of the club.  But I want you to know we understand how this affects new members in a very particular way.  And to assure you we will do everything we can to help you overcome the issues this has undoubtedly caused for our latest recruits.

So if you need help with introductions, understanding the court booking system,  finding days and times when others are available to play, or if you are looking for a 1-2-1 or group coaching session – indeed anything, please just ask.  An email to nigel@nigeljordan.com is all that is required.

You are very welcome in our friendly club and I will do my utmost to help you enjoy everything on offer.

NIGEL JORDAN

CHAIRMAN