2026 Welcome Letter

We’re looking forward to bringing you a wonderful season of tennis in 2026! We have started work to ensure everything is in place so we can have a smooth club opening. We will likely get the club back from NYTA around April 20, so we aim to open by May 1st, weather permitting. Coaches are starting to take lesson registrations for kids and adults now already, so check their offerings.

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN on Feb 17, 2026! Returning DMTC members get a four-weeks preferential treatment, so don’t delay in registering.

Our 2026 fees were discussed by the Board and are being raised slightly this year. We did not raise fees last year, despite inflationary pressures or when other clubs raised. Adult and Seniors fee for 2026 is going up from $150 to $170. The main reason for the fee hike is because the OTA is raising tennis dues by 40% over a few years and we are compelled to pay to support the development of tennis in Ontario. As well, Court Reserve has increased fees, we pay in USD and are exposed to currency fluctuations, and now we are also being charged 13% HST! Junior fees remain the same and have held static for many years now since 2021 in order to support our mission of promoting tennis to children.

Your Board does and has worked hard managing the funds while offering all possible kinds of programming, team support, tournaments and services. Members can still take advantage of the Early Bird special of $150 if paid before March 15, 2026. We’re one of the few clubs still offering their members an Early Bird special for their loyalty. We are still one of the cheapest clubs around, and we hope you recognize the good value that Don Mills’ membership represents. Where else can you get free balls, online booking, 6 fantastic courts, great vibe, fun programs and gourmet socials?

Membership Fees 2026:

Adult and Seniors fees = $170
Junior fee is $50 first child, subsequent child at $40.
Returning members from 2025 only can take advantage of the Early Bird special of $150 if paid before March 15^th, 2026. See Table below.

After the returning-member-preferred-period, please note the pricing changes and that registration has to open up to the general public and waitlists as we are a North York (Toronto) mandated facility. So, don’t delay your registration if you’d like a spot at Don Mills, especially at the discounted rate. If the maximum registration limits are reached, people will have to go on a waitlist, former member or not.

The Board believes in keeping costs down for the members while promoting good tennis, providing value for the membership, keeping expenses down as evidenced by the financials, and in being a well-run community club supported by volunteerism. As President, I would like to take advantage of this opportunity to recognize all the volunteers on the executive Board who work through the winter and the tennis season on your behalf, as well as the hundred or so very reliable volunteers who help the club during the season. Volunteerism is key to any community club, as is getting along and being resourceful. If you find that your life changes permit a more active volunteer role with Don Mills Tennis, please let us know how we can get you more involved.

The bubble will come down around April 20^st and NYTA needs some time and good weather to pack out. Should all go smoothly, we are aiming to open by Thursday, May 1, 2026, so mark your calendars. Of course, this might be too optimistic, so stay tuned to our website updates or news e-blasts as we might have to adjust to conditions. Coaches are aiming to start lessons for the kids the week of April 27^th if the weather is fine.

Due to popular demand, we will continue to use our online booking system Court Reserve despite rising costs there too. We will modify court availabilities to suit the greater member need.

Regarding teams and Intercounty Leagues, we look forward to a full season of 14 weeks play. So far, we have put in our intention to field teams in the Mixed Doubles, 55+, Ladies and Junior League categories. Please note, all team tryouts, process and dates will be posted by March 1^st.Detailed questions can be directed to Nigel McClean, [email protected]

April 24/25/26/27 [Thurs-Sun] – we will likely be doing the Grounds clean up, putting up nets and windscreens. Inside, we’ll be cleaning out the clubhouse. All volunteers are welcome, so mark off the dates. Remember, we’re a community club made up of volunteers, not a for-profit academy, so please try to engage in one of the very many volunteer opportunities available during the season. Contribute some goodwill.

Juniors Programs – Bring the little ones out to try their skills, see if they like a new sport.

The Junior Program, as usual, offers Progressive Junior Tennis Development programs. We will have ICTA Jr teams for competitive match play, and summer camp.

For more info, contact certified coaches: Pavel Lupych at 416-880-4690; email [email protected]Pavlo’s Junior Clinicor Rohan Punj 647-863-1422; email[email protected]Rohan’s Junior Clinic

Our ever popular Kaffeeklatsch drop-in program will continue on Tuesday and Friday mornings. Volunteers to help with the KK program are always needed, thank you.

We continue to offer secure payments by debit e-transfer! It’s easy, fast and secure. All directions are on the website at the Registration page. You may still elect to pay by cheque, using regular mail. No Cash payments will be accepted.

For those unfamiliar, DMTC offers six courts in a park setting, an air-conditioned clubhouse, WIFI, free balls during programs, lively Round Robin Socials, great Teams and skilled Pros to take you to the next level.

Please register early to allow us time to approve your online booking IDs into Court Reserve. For returning members, simply visit www.donmillstennisclub.com, Sign In, then navigate to Renew Membership in the Members Area and process your 2026 membership. .

Looking forward to a fun packed 2026 season!

Don Mills Tennis Club Executive