| • | Belonging to a CASC (not for profit, community focussed, open to all) |
| • | Facilities inc free parking, clubhouse with changing rooms & bar |
| • | Organised club sessions, balls provided by the club |
| • | Access to courts for freeplay; free use of ball machine & lights; online booking system |
| • | Entry into county/local league competitions (entry fees are paid by the club) |
| • | Affiliated to the LTA (insurance, funding opportunities, etc) |
| • | Access to county talent ID for talented local players |
| • | Safe environment for Juniors (DBS, LTA qualified coaches, H&S qualifications, members only on courts) |
| • | Strong governance with policies & procedures in place |
| • | Members can join LTA Advantage (membership) free of charge and join the ballot for Wimbledon tickets - Join LTA Advantage |
| • | Club run by Volunteers - relatively low cost, strong supportive community, good role models for juniors/youths |
| • | Local school links (support for PE GCSE) & West Wilts Sports Development Partnership and links with LTA, Wiltshire County Association & other local tennis clubs |
| • | Progression into adult tennis, Chippenham & District League Matches, Club Sessions |
| • | Progression into coaching qualifications (ie. Tennis Leaders course is relevant for Duke of Edinburgh award), club support for those wanting to gain qualifications and help with coaching at the club |
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