Tennis Club Facility Inspection

Tennis club inspections identify court surface hazards, equipment failures, and lighting deficiencies before each operating day. This checklist addresses USTA facility standards, ITF court standards, and recreational facility management best practices for safe tennis club operations.

Industry: Sports and Recreation
Frequency: Daily
Estimated Time: 25-35 minutes
Role: Tennis Club Manager / Head Pro
Total Items: 28

Court Surfaces and Lines

Inspect all court surfaces for safe play conditions.

All outdoor courts free of standing water and safe for play?
Court surfaces free of cracks, bubbles, or surface defects causing trip hazard?
Hard court surfaces free of moss, algae, or slippery deposits?
Clay courts raked and surfaces even without deep ruts or holes?
Court lines clearly visible and not faded or obscured?
All courts swept free of leaves, dirt, and ball fragments?
Indoor court surfaces clean and dry with no contamination?

Nets, Posts, and Court Fencing

Inspect nets, posts, and surrounding fencing.

All nets at correct height (36 inches at center, 42 at posts) with proper tension?
Nets free of holes, fraying, or damage affecting play?
Net posts anchored securely with no significant lean or movement?
Court fencing intact with no holes, bent sections, or sharp wire ends?
Court entry gates functioning and latching correctly?
Windscreens securely attached without excessive flutter or torn sections?
No exposed sharp fence wire ends or hardware within player area?

Lighting and Equipment

Inspect court lighting and facility equipment.

All court lights operational for evening play?
No courts with insufficient lighting creating unsafe visibility for play?
Ball machine(s) functional, safely stored, and free of mechanical issues?
Courtside benches and player seating stable and in good condition?
Water fountains functioning or water available to players?
Ball hoppers and court accessories organized and accessible?
Pro shop and rental equipment ready for members?

Facility Safety and Amenities

Inspect overall facility safety and member amenities.

Parking and entrance areas free of hazards and properly maintained?
Locker rooms and restrooms clean and functional?
Lightning shelter or clubhouse accessible for weather suspension?
Heat advisory protocol in place for high temperature and humidity days?
First aid kit accessible at club facility?
AED accessible at clubhouse for member medical emergencies?
Daily court inspection log completed?

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Why Use This Tennis Club Facility Inspection?

This tennis club facility inspection helps sports and recreation teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for tennis club manager / head pro professionals, this checklist covers 28 critical inspection points across 4 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Tennis Club Facility Inspection cover?

This checklist covers 28 inspection items across 4 sections: Court Surfaces and Lines, Nets, Posts, and Court Fencing, Lighting and Equipment, Facility Safety and Amenities. It is designed for sports and recreation operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 25-35 minutes.

Who should use this Tennis Club Facility Inspection?

This checklist is designed for Tennis Club Manager / Head Pro professionals in the sports and recreation industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.