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Ball machine terms of hire and booking information

Terms of hire

  • You must have been shown how to use the machine before using it for the first time.
  • The machine must not be used by anyone under 16, unless they are accompanied by an adult who has been shown how to use the machine.
  • You must sign the log book when you use the machine.
  • You use the machine at your own risk.
  • You will be asked to pay for any damage as a result of misuse of the ball machine.

Using the machine

  • It must not be used when courts are damp as this will damage the machine.
  • It must be plugged in to recharge after every useYou need to supply your own tennis balls - the machine holds a maximum of 60 tennis balls.
  • Tennis balls in a poor condition will adversely affect the performance of the machine.
  • You can download an app onto your phone to create drills – Drill Maker by Spinshot.
  • After use you must carefully wipe the machine with the appropriate anti-bacterial spray.
  • Do not ask the coaching team to help with machine.  Any problems should be reported to Carol Frazer 07971 432435.
  • You may be interested in a review of the machine, which can be found on Youtube

Booking

  • You need to book the ball machine on-line when booking a court.
  • Max hire is 1 hour.
  • Cost per hire is £5 per hour – payable after use in case booking cannot be fulfilled because of weather conditions.
  • Payment must be made by BACS transfer to BLTC: Sort Code 40-43-24, acc no. 40166715