COVID-19
At Summer Smash Tennis, the safety of our students, families, and coaches is always our first priority. We understand that many students and parents may have concerns about protocols and measures taken to mitigate risk, especially in indoor settings.
In developing a COVID-19 action plan, Summer Smash is actively monitoring and following the guidance of public health agencies across Canada. These include the Public Health Agency of Canada and WorkSafe BC, as well as guidelines issued by Tennis Canada. This may result in the decision to cancel programs in the interests of ensuring safety.
FAQ
1. Can I currently register for a Summer Smash Tennis program?
Please continue to check our Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer pages for programs on offer at the following locations:
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Kerrisdale Community Centre
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West Point Grey Community Centre
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Mount Pleasant Community Centre
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Dunbar Community Centre
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West Point Grey Academy (WPGA).
2. Is Summer Smash Tennis offering private lessons during this time?
Yes! Our private lessons are offered from May to September. We are currently offering a limited amount of private and small group lessons. These are available for booking directly through Summer Smash Tennis. To book a private or small group lesson with a Summer Smash Coach, please fill out our Private Lesson Request Form and we will be in touch with you shortly to schedule your first session.
3. What is Summer Smash Tennis doing regarding safety at camps and private lessons?
We have a series of procedures and protocols in place to help protect our students and staff, including vaccine requirements, physical distancing, regular sanitization, and record keeping. Please see below for our specific safety measures for students and staff:
Before Play
Precautions
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Students must stay at home if they:
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Have been in contact with someone with COVID-19 or someone who is suspected of having COVID-19 in the last 14 days
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Have flu-like symptoms
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Are in a high risk health category
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Student Briefing
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Social distancing and hygiene rules will be communicated in advance to students, parents, and administrators
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Any student experiencing COVID-19 related symptoms will be expected to immediately notify coaches and separated from the lesson
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Expectations regarding health policies will be enforced by coaches and administrators
During Play
Vaccines
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Vaccines are required for adults
Masks
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Masks are optional for all students and coaches during activity
Spacing
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All activities will comply with social distancing recommendations issued by the federal and provincial governments
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Distancing rules will be continuously reinforced to students
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Court space will be divided and delineated to ensure adequate space for students and coaches during activities
Equipment
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New rackets in plastic packaging will be available for purchase
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Disinfected rackets will be available to borrow
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Students will be asked to bring their own refreshments and will be provided with new water bottles in the event that they forget their own
Sanitization
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Coaches and students will have access to hand sanitizer while on court
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Coaches will remind and encourage students to wash their hands and adopt proper hygiene practices before, during, and after each session
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All surfaces will be cleaned frequently, including door handles, benches, baskets, racquets, and balls
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Coaches will sanitize hands after each activity and wash hands after each session
Monitoring
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Coaches will be required to monitor their own health and the health of students and report any COVID-19 related symptoms to the administration
After Play
Pick-up
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Parents picking up students from the courts will be asked to arrive as close as possible to pick-up time, and to wait at an appropriate distance from the court entrance
Equipment
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All equipment and surfaces will be disinfected after each session
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All borrowed equipment will be disinfected after each session
Safety Measures
Instructions for Students
Before Play
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Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds prior to the session
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Clean your equipment with disinfectant or soap, including your racquet and water bottle prior to the session
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Make sure you have enough water before leaving your home to avoid having to touch taps or water fountain handle
During Play
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Maintain some distance from other players and coaches
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Do not touch other students’ equipment
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Do not share your equipment with other students
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If you must cough or sneeze, do so into your elbow
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Avoid touching your face or any surfaces while on court
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Sanitize your hands with hand sanitizer following coughing or sneezing, touching your face, or touching any on court equipment or surfaces
After Play
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Wash your hands with water and soap for at least 20 seconds following the session
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Clean your equipment with disinfectant or soap, including your racquet handle and water bottle following the session