Flemington Tennis Club opens for its 98th season
The Flemington Tennis Club officially opened on April 17, 2024, for its 98th season.
Founded in 1927, the not-for-profit private recreational and social club provides tennis facilities for the use of its members and to promote tennis in the community. Pick-up games and organized play is available for men and women, boys and girls, both singles and doubles play.
Membership applications are being accepted now for the 2024 season. For more details, go to flemingtontennis.org/join-us.
The club can be reached by email at flemingtontennisclub@gmail.com.
Flemington Tennis Club nears 98th season
The oldest–and only–tennis club in Flemington is making preparations to open in the spring of 2024.
Flemington Tennis Club, which was founded in 1927, is now accepting membership applications for the 2024 season.
Discounted memberships are available for those who join by March 31, 2024. Adult single membership is just $375 if paid by March 31 and $425 after March 31. Family membership is $450 if paid by March 31 and $500 after March 31.
New members can download the FTC 2024 New Membership Application and mail the completed application with payment to the address listed on the form.
Past FTC members who want to rejoin the club for another year can download the FTC 2024 Membership Renewal Form and mail completed application with payment to the address listed on the form.
Oktoberfest at Flemington Tennis Club, October 22
Join us October 22, 2022, for an Oktoberfest celebration at Flemington Tennis Club!
Come prepared to play tennis, eat, drink and enjoy fellowship with other club members during the last big bash of the year.
For highlights from the 2021 Oktoberfest party, check out this video.
More details in the flyer below.
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Prorated membership fees are available after July 1, 2022
Wondering what all the fuss is about? Sign up now for a Flemington Tennis Club membership and find out. Prorated fees are available.
Flemington Tennis Club is featured in Flemington Life magazine
The June/July 2022 edition of Flemington Life magazine features a two-page profile of Flemington Tennis Club.
The article includes quotes from FTC President Dana Loyd and longtime members Meredith and Michael Bzdak and provides a brief history of the tennis club, which was founded in 1927.
Flemington Life is a bi-monthly lifestyle magazine published by Bucks County Herald. A print version is available for free at various locations throughout the Flemington area. It is also available online.
FTC member Chris Hann, who is editor of River Towns Magazine (also published by Bucks County Herald) was instrumental in getting Flemington Life to feature the tennis club.
Click on the image below to read the full article.
Flemington Tennis Club opens for its 96th season
The Flemington Tennis Club officially opened on April 30, 2022, for its 96th season.
Founded in 1927, the not-for-profit private recreational and social club provides tennis facilities for the use of its members and to promote tennis in the community. Pick-up games and organized play is available for men and women, boys and girls, both singles and doubles play.
Membership applications are being accepted now for the 2022 season. For more details, go to flemingtontennis.org/join-us.
The club can be reached by email at flemingtontennisclub@gmail.com.
Flemington Tennis Club annual meeting scheduled for March 29
The annual meeting of the Flemington Tennis Club board of directors will be held in the loft at Lone Eagle Brewing, 44 Stangl Road, Flemington, at 7 pm on Tuesday, March 29, 2022.
Join us as we discuss the upcoming season at Flemington’s only and longest-running tennis club. We’ll be voting for officer positions on the board and are currently seeking volunteers to serve on the board and in other capacities.
Membership applications are being accepted now for the 2022 season. For more details, go to flemingtontennis.org/join-us.
If you have any questions, please email us at flemingtontennisclub@gmail.com.
Flemington Tennis Club “bird’s-eye view” T-shirts are on sale now through Dec. 15
Show your pride in Flemington’s oldest (and only) tennis club with a cool shirt that depicts all three courts as seen from above. Proceeds from the sale support the nonprofit, volunteer-led facility.
Ever wanted to tell the world about the great Flemington Tennis Club, but didn’t know how?
Well, now you can buy a T-shirt to spread the word about this historic and vibrant facility, provide financial support to the nonprofit club and look stylish, too.
From now through Dec. 15, 2021, Flemington Tennis Club is offering “bird’s-eye view” T-shirts for sale. The T-shirt design features a graphic representation of the three tennis courts as seen from above with “Flemington Tennis Club” in bold letters along the side and “Est. 1927” in small type below to indicate the year the club was founded.
“The design is simple yet elegant—just like the club,” said Flemington Tennis Club secretary David Hilgen (who denied having any input on the graphic, because, in his words, ‘a 2-year-old coulda done that.’). “When I lead tours of the facility for new members, this is what they see—three tennis courts side by side. Flemington Tennis Club is simple in its purpose—to provide a place for tennis lovers to play and socialize—and elegant in its execution of that purpose. It is truly a hidden gem located right in the heart of Flemington.”
Proceeds from the sale will help support the club, which relies on annual membership dues to cover operating costs and is run entirely by volunteers.
The T-shirts will be available for one month only. The Flemington Tennis Club online store opens Nov. 15 and closes Dec. 15. All orders will be available for pickup or delivery by Jan. 15, 2022, just in time for Appreciate a Dragon Day (Jan. 16), Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Jan. 17), Winnie the Pooh Day (Jan. 18) and, for the lovers out there, Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14).
About the shirts:
- White with a gray design on the front
- 100% pre-shrunk cotton
- Short-sleeve and long-sleeve options
- Cost is $30 for short sleeve, $35 for long sleeve
- Men’s and women’s cuts
- Sizes ranging from youth medium to adult 3XL
Even if you’ve never held a tennis racquet in your hand, please consider buying a T-shirt to support Flemington Tennis Club, which has provided recreational tennis opportunities to residents in and around Flemington for more than 94 years.
The online store is hosted by SP Custom Online (aka Sneakers Plus…), which has served the Flemington community for more than 40 years.
To order T-shirts, visit https://www.spcustomgear.com/team/flemington-tennis.
Oktoberfest at Flemington Tennis Club, October 23
Join Flemington Tennis Club now and SAVE!
Prorated membership fees are available after August 1
Wondering what all the fuss is about? Sign up now for a Flemington Tennis Club membership and find out. Prorated fees are available.
Wimbledon Night at Flemington Tennis Club, July 9
We’re kicking off the Friday night social events with a Wimbledon-themed gathering. Bring food, drink and your A game. Remember to wear your Wimbledon whites. Download the Wimbledon Night 2021 flyer for details or read the flyer below.
Flemington Tennis Club Open House is June 19 (Rain Date: June 26)
Come one, come all to the 2021 Flemington Tennis Club Open House! There will be tennis, food, tennis, drinks, tennis, fun and tennis. FTC members are encouraged to invite family and friends. Please RSVP for both dates to flemingtontennisclub@gmail.com.
Rat Pack shines in championship debut
The Flemington-based USTA mixed doubles team earned a spot in the sectionals in its inaugural season
The Rat Pack 55+ USTA team capped off its inaugural season with a respectful showing at the USTA Middle States Section Championship in Lancaster, Pa.
The 7.0 mixed doubles team, which plays its outdoor home matches at Flemington Tennis Club, competed in 12 matches against teams from other Middle States districts, finishing with a 5-7 record during the two-day tournament, June 4-5.
The players endured challenging conditions at the Lancaster Tennis & Yacht Club, with a mid-match rain delay on Friday and gusty wind with temperatures above 90°F on Saturday.
Rat Pack Captain Joe Tomasello said he was pleased with the team’s results.
“I think we did great, considering most of the team had never played any kind of playoff tennis,” he said. “Making it to sectionals was an accomplishment that most teams never get, and we did it on our first try. I’m proud to captain this wonderful group.”
To watch a short video highlight from the USTA championship, click here.
Anyone for Tennis? The Flemington Tennis Club opens for 2021
The Flemington Tennis Club is open for the 2021 season.
New and returning members may use the facilities, effective immediately. Any member who needs a key to enter the grounds should contact the club at flemingtontennisclub@gmail.com or call (908) 782-1010 and leave a message.
The Flemington Tennis Club Rules and Quick Facts (including a schedule of court usage) have been updated for 2021. Download them here:
The club is still accepting new membership applications. See below for application forms.
- New Members: Download and complete the FTC 2021 New Membership Application. Mail completed application with payment to the address listed on the form.
- Returning Members: Download and complete the FTC 2021 Membership Renewal Form. Mail completed application with payment to the address listed on the form.
2021 Membership Applications are Available Now
New Members: Download and complete the FTC 2021 New Membership Application. Mail completed application with payment to the address listed on the form.
Returning Members: Download and complete the FTC 2021 Membership Renewal Form. Mail completed application with payment to the address listed on the form.
Flemington Tennis Club Annual Meeting set for March 23
The annual meeting of the Flemington Tennis Club Board of Directors will be held via Zoom at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 23. The meeting agenda can be downloaded here: FTC 2021 Notice of Annual Board Meeting.
Labor Day Weekend Round Robin is a smash at FTC
Watch the time-lapse video below for highlights from the ladies round robin doubles event at Flemington Tennis Club on Sept. 5, 2020.
Flemington Tennis Club opens Friday, May 22, for the 2020 season
New Jersey has lifted coronavirus restrictions on recreational facilities, including tennis clubs
May 22, 2020
While the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact our lives in many ways, tennis clubs in New Jersey that were forced to shut down in March have been allowed to reopen, effective Friday, May 22.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Monday signed Executive Order 147, which allowed for the resumption of certain recreational businesses and activities, including tennis clubs.
The board of the Flemington Tennis Club recognizes that physical activity is an important part of maintaining one’s health and that tennis is one of the safest sports to play during this pandemic, if players follow guidelines for physical distancing and sanitation.
What does this mean for you?
It means that Flemington Tennis Club is open and ready for play (weather permitting) on Friday morning. It also means that FTC and its members will need to abide by new rules set by the State of New Jersey. To summarize, here are some key things you must consider when visiting Flemington Tennis Club:
- The state has allowed the reopening of tennis clubs “where appropriate social distancing, cleaning, sanitizing and hygiene practices can be implemented.”
- Our pavilion/picnic area (the covered rest area with tables and benches) will remain closed until further notice. This includes the water fountain, so please bring your own water bottles.
- Capacity at the club is limited to 18 people at a time. Think of 3 doubles matches played simultaneously + 6 players waiting inside the fence. (Note: Executive Order 148 allows for outdoor gatherings of up to 25 people, following social distancing guidelines.)
- Maintain a minimum of 6 feet of spacing between all players who don’t live together. Benches and chairs will be available, but they will be spaced appropriately.
- We have some hand sanitizer and have ordered some sanitizing wipes for use at the club, but we strongly encourage all members to be responsible for their own safety and to bring their own sanitizing wipes, hand sanitizer and spray disinfectants.
- As the club is not a staffed facility (unlike, say, Courtside Racquet Club or Roland Garros), we will rely on members to comply with these rules and sanitize any areas they may touch (front gate and lock, sheds, benches and chairs, portable bathroom, court and line brushes, etc.).
- Finally, while Flemington Tennis Club is much more than an oasis of three HAR-TRU courts in the middle of Flemington Borough—it’s really a community of friendly, tennis-loving individuals—social gatherings will not be allowed until further notice.
The USTA has provided guidelines for players and facilities for safe play during the coronavirus pandemic. We recommend that you read these carefully.
Please check our website, www.flemingtontennis.org, and our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/flemingtontennisclubNJ/, for updates.
If you have any question, please contact us at flemingtontennisclub@gmail.com, or call (908) 782-1010 and leave a message.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on Flemington Tennis Club
March 2020
We’re all very concerned about the spread of COVID-19 and how it will impact our lives in the coming weeks and months. At Flemington Tennis Club, the health and well-being of our members is our primary concern. We take the risk of infection seriously and continue to follow the guidance of health officials, like the Centers for Disease Control and the State of New Jersey.
Flemington Tennis Club is proceeding with plans to open for the 2020 season whenever state authorities deem it safe for us to convene for recreational activities. (Check our website and Facebook page for updates.) We will continue to monitor the situation and seek recommendations from local, state and federal health officials about the risk of contracting or spreading the disease.
Meanwhile, preparations to ready the courts for the upcoming season have already begun. We are hopeful that we’ll be able to provide facilities and a welcoming environment for the local tennis community in 2020. But for now, our fiercest opponent is coronavirus, and losing is not an option.
When the State of New Jersey eventually relaxes its restrictions on group gatherings, such as playing tennis, we will again gather at Flemington Tennis Club to enjoy playing the sport we all love. At that time, we will offer guidelines to help prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
If you have any concerns or questions you’d like to send to the Flemington Tennis Club Board, please email flemingtontennisclub@gmail.com. We will address all inquiries in a timely manner and update the website with Frequently Asked Questions.
Win or lose, it’s always a LOVE game, so let’s take care of each other.
Thank you,
The Flemington Tennis Club Board of Directors
2019 Mixed Doubles Threepeat
Congratulations to the 2019 FTC Mixed Doubles Champions, Annu & Brian, who defeated Meredith & Michael 6-2, 7-5 on Sunday, October 6.
2019 Doubles Winners Crowned
Congratulations to the FTC 2019 doubles tournament winners, Carlos & Jim, who defeated Brian & Kevin in a tightly contested match on Saturday, October 5. The final score: 4-6, 7-6 (9-7), 6-3.
Inaugural women’s doubles round-robin tourney is a rousing success
Flemington Tennis Club on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019, started what looks like could be a new tradition: a round-robin women’s doubles tennis tournament.
Eleven women signed up, and George W. volunteered to be the 12th player to round out the round robin. (Reports from courts say that despite the oppressive heat ☀️ and humidity, George’s hair fared well.)
Sue M. and Ellie L. earned first and second prizes, respectively.
Below are some photos from the event.
Flemington Tennis Club is back on Facebook!
Once upon a time, Flemington Tennis Club had a Facebook page. Then, through an unfortunate mishap, we lost administrative control of that page. So, it sat dormant for many months and will likely remain in Facebook limbo forever.
Then, we started a new Facebook page! The end.
So, if you do the Facebook thing, go ‘head and follow the new and improved Flemington Tennis Club page. Here’s the link: https://www.facebook.com/flemingtontennisclubNJ/.
[Note: Just to clarify, there are currently TWO Flemington Tennis Club pages on Facebook. Follow/like the one listed here. Think of the old Facebook page as the archival page. If you’re still confused, ask your grandchildren to help you figure it out.]
[Update: As of February 2021, you can access the Flemington Tennis Club Facebook feed on our website, and you don’t even need to have a Facebook account. Check out the right sidebar of any page on our website to see what we’re sharing on Facebook.]
Come on out to FTC–the weather is fine!
Despite Thursday’s storms, courts 1 and 2 are playable Friday morning (May 24). The sunny, dry and breezy weather should help dry court 3 by this afternoon. Even Jazz the dog is eager to play ball. Why aren’t you?
Food, fun, great weather and lots of tennis at the 2019 FTC open house
The weather for the 2019 Flemington Tennis Club open house on Saturday, May 18, could not have been better.
Bright sunshine, mild temperatures, low humidity and virtually no wind greeted dozens of club members and a few guests who gathered at the club from noon until past 4 p.m. to play tennis, eat grilled burgers and hot dogs and get acquainted, or reacquainted, with fellow members.
It was a perfect start to what we anticipate will be another great year at Flemington Tennis Club. Even a local butterfly stopped by to get some court time.
Court condition update for 5 p.m. on Cinco de Mayo 2019: Wet
Flemington Tennis Club Open House will be May 18, 2019
The Flemington Tennis Club will host an open house for members and their guests from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2019. (Rain date is Sunday, May 19–same time.)
There will be food. There will be tennis. There will be fun.
Flemington Tennis Club members are encouraged to bring side dishes, desserts, beverages and guests.
Flemington Tennis Club opens Wednesday, April 17, for the 2019 season
The nets are up, the lines are down & spring is in the air. It’s time to play tennis!
