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Dear coaches and players,

An Taoiseach, Micheál Martin provided an update to the nation a few days ago in relation to COVID-19 and the Level 5 restrictions that are currently in place.​

Bushy Park Tennis & Padel Club is pleased with the confirmation that tennis and padel will be amongst the first sports to be allowed to open from 26th April.

We are aware of the impact that the current restrictions are having on the physical and mental health of individual members, young and old. We would have liked restrictions to be lifted without delay, but, according to the Government, the virus may be spreading in the community and we are susceptible to a fourth wave, and this must be respected.

We will continue to engage with the relevant departments and agencies in the coming days and weeks to progress, as quickly as the public health situation will allow, the full return of all tennis and padel activities.

We​ commend members and visitors for their​ track record of​ compliance with the various protocols over the last year, which has undoubtedly saved lives, and which has significantly contributed to tennis and padel being one of the first sports to resume.

The key points therefore are:

-From 26 April outdoor tennis and padel can resume.
-To access club courts, players must be a current member or a participant on an approved Tennis Ireland or Padel Federation of Ireland Programme. Therefore, only members are allowed to play - this includes SILVER membership (10 games pass - 48 euro).
-Double's play is allowed, if playing partners are from the same household.
-Club house and changing rooms, showers will remain closed.
-Essential toilet facilities will be available in case of emergency.
-Coaches should prepare and present a Risk Assessment document and get approval to coach from the Club Covid 19 Committee at the Club.
-A pod, up to a maximum of 6 Junior players (u18 yrs.), can be coached per court.
-A maximum of 4 junior players (u18 yrs.) can operate on the court at any one time while remaining in their own sections of the court with up to 2 other players rotating in and out as required.
-A pod of 8 players per court is allowable for red ball activities, subject to social distancing protocols being implemented.
-Adult (Over 18 yrs.) coaching activities must be limited to a maximum of two households per court. Players must remain in their own sections of the court.
-Our measures and procedures are under constant review and will be updated as advice from Government and health authorities evolves and we will endeavor to keep all players and visitors updated. Please see website for further details on membership fees, updates and news.

Best regards and stay safe!

BUSHY PARK TENNIS & PADEL CLUB