DTC Code of Conduct

Denver Tennis Club is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all our members. The club believes it is important that everyone associated with the club should, at all times, act with integrity and show respect and understanding for the safety and welfare of others.

As a member of Denver Tennis Club, you are expected to abide by the following club rules. Breaches may result in loss of membership or other disciplinary action.

  • Act with good judgment, discretion and integrity; participate within the rules and etiquette of tennis.

  • Do not discriminate against any individual by reason of race, gender, creed, color, national origin, age, handicap, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

  • Respect your opponents, coaches, umpires, referees and their decisions.

  • Respect fellow club members.

  • Treat all club property and equipment with respect, and clean/tidy up after yourselves.

  • Refrain from swearing, yelling or physically threatening or other aggressive behavior toward another player, employees or guests of the Club.

  • Bullying behavior will not be tolerated amongst members, parents or guests.

  • Sexual harassment of a member, parent, staff or guest will not be tolerated.

It is unacceptable for anyone on club premises to behave dangerously or inappropriately, or in a way that distracts those coaching, playing tennis or enjoying the club in any way, or that could cause damage to club property. Members are responsible for the behavior of anyone they bring to the club. All members, visitors, coaches, employees, and volunteers are shall report to Club management any situation that endangers the health and safety of anyone on Club premises.

The Club has the right to impose the following or other appropriate sanctions on individuals or groups who violate Club policy:

  • Warning

  • Reprimand

  • Probation with or without conditions

  • Suspension for a definite period with no refund of dues for time spent suspended

  • Police action and possible criminal prosecution

  • Termination of membership

If you witness unacceptable behavior, please report it to the Board or Club Management.

UPDATED APRIL 2022