FEBRUARY 20, 2021
Good evening RH Squash Club Members.
With the approval of the Province and Local Public Health, we have been advised that York Region is returning to the Red-Control Zone, effective February 22nd.
Consequently, the Richmond Hill Squash Club is able to reopen, effective Tuesday, February 23rd. You will recall, the Red-Control Zone level of health safety protocols is what was imposed back in November 2020, before York entered ‘Stay at Home’ status.
We must stress to all members, the present COVID-19 Pandemic remains a very serious and ongoing health issue and everyone must continue to exercise extreme caution and follow all the protocols when going about their adjusted daily routine.
Playing Squash at the Richmond Hill Squash Club under Red-Zone Conditions
1. Game Play
- No regular on court game play is permitted, unless players are in the same household
- Drills are permitted among members in same pod
- During drills, players must maintain distance of at least 2 meters
- Courts will be marked with allowed zones; you must adhere to your zone
- Solo practice is permitted, singles and doubles
2. Coaching
- Coaches must maintain a distance of at least 2 meters and wear a mask
3. Staying Safe
- It is required that everyone wear certified eye-wear and a mask when on court
- While in the club, members must maintain two-meter physical distancing at all times
4. Guests & Spectators
- No guests nor spectators are permitted
- Exemption for children who can be accompanied by one parent/guardian
5. Playing in Pods Only
- Maximum 10 players per pod – members can only be in one pod/team at a time and can change a maximum of once per month
- ‘sign up’ for pod play is on the bulletin board at the club (must be strictly adhered to)
Ongoing Safety Protocols
In addition to the above Red classification requirements, members MUST follow these additional protocols-
- Arrive 5 minutes before your booked court time, no earlier
- Sign in on every visit, instructions are the same as before, follow sign in procedure posted at front door entrance
- Advance booking only, no drop ins (courts are available on a ‘staggered basis only’ to minimize exposure to others, see online booking)
- Wear a mask/face covering at all times while in the club
- Wipe down the court door handle with sanitizer on arrival and again on departure
- When on court, avoid touching the walls at all times and stay 2 meters apart while doing drills with another player
- Maintain 2 meter physical distance while in the club at all times
- Change rooms, showers and saunas are closed. Washrooms are open
- Use hand sanitizer generously to clean your hands while at the club
- When your booked court time is expired, LEAVE the club promptly (this is very important for air quality safety)
If we want to keep members and families and the community safe, and we want to keep the club open, we must strictly follow these protocols on every visit.
Stay safe and mindful of the guidelines.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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RHSC Communications
RICHMOND HILL SQUASH CLUB
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FEBRUARY 6, 2021
Fun in a Different Way for Our Members
Unfortunately, due to ongoing Local Public Health Restrictions, the RHSC must stay closed for a little longer.
But, we just can’t wait to see all our members again. No, no, no, we really, really CAN’T WAIT. So, we’re getting a little nimble, getting creative and planning to have some fun doing it.
Save the Date: Saturday, February 20th 5pm – 615pm
Event: ‘Zoom Virtual Scavenger Hunt’
Together, but Apart:
What’s Next:
Let us know if you would like to join our Squash Club Family for this great online event and we’ll send you:
- Zoom Invitation
- Simple Instructions on how to participate in this fun-filled scavenger hunt event
Email us at rhsquashclub@gmail.com or j.quance@rogers.com by February 12th and tell us ‘you’re in.’
Until then, stay warm and active in safe ways.
Let us know if you’ll be joining in on the fun, email us today!
RHSC Communications Department
RICHMOND HILL SQUASH CLUB
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JANUARY 16, 2021
2021’s Short Term Forecast:
It’s very clear January 2021 continues to reflect troubled and challenging times.
We join with you and your families in hoping everyone gets through these challenging times with good health, both physical and mental, and that what is being experienced now, will soon be behind us.
We are committed to following local authorities by following public health regulations to help slow & stop the spread of this stubborn, tenacious virus. Additionally, Squash Ontario is key in guiding how squash clubs go about operating their sports facility. They have been an instrumental go-to resource and will continue to be instrumental in determining key policy and short term operating procedures so that everyone stays safe.
While acceptance of new memberships at the present time is on hold, we welcome your comments and questions as the next few months play out.
rhsquashclub@gmail.com | 905.884.6062
‘Stay at Home Order’, Province Wide:
RHSC will continue to be fully closed until further notice.
This is very unfortunate. We share member’s and the community’s disappointment and frustration. Ongoing, the Board is committed to keeping abreast of public health announcements and Squash Ontario recommendations.
As we get updates, so will you, and quickly. Until we’re open again, either partly or fully, we wish you good health and encourage you to stay active in safe and allowable ways.
RHSC 2021 Golf Tournament
Some good news!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2021!
Mark your calendar; add it to your ‘2021 hope-chest’. Hopefully, ‘good to go’ by September.
Members, community friends; keep well and stay active in safe and allowable ways.
RHSC – Happy New Year & Request for Assistance
One of our own needs our help.
The great majority of RHSC members are looking forward to 2021 when we’ll be entering into the light after a very dismal year.
Joan Brann and her husband Bob and their family have a very different view of the coming year. Bob has been diagnosed with ALS, which is better known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, and it must be one of the worst conditions to have. The mind knows what to do and think but the body can’t follow the mind’s signals. Bob, an accomplished guitarist, singer and harmonica jammer can no longer produce a note and will soon need a lot of help getting through a day. As well as Personal Support Workers he will need various equipment like a chair lift or a wheelchair and this is where we can help.
Joan and Bob’s daughter, Aja, have set up a GOFUNDME link where we can donate any amount we want. It is a matter of many contributing small amounts and together it builds into a significant amount.
We, at the RHSC, are Joan’s community of friends and I know we have each other’s backs when things get rough. And so I’m asking that our squash club community go forward into better times to please hit the link below and make your donation. It can be anonymous or not and there is not a tax receipt but there is that joy that you’ll receive from helping one of our own.
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Checking In: York Region & North GTA Remains in Red Classification
Richmond Hill Squash Club Updates COVID-19 Safety Protocols
RICHMOND HILL SQUASH CLUB
rhsquashclub@gmail.com | 905.884.6062
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Return to Play Protocol Changes – York Region Stage 2
OCTOBER 18th, 2020 @ 10:52
All Members,
By now you will have heard York Region has moved back to Stage 2 modified category and this will have an impact on our current “Return to Play” protocols.
Richmond Hill Squash Club with guidance from Squash Ontario will adopt the following protocols for the next 28 days or until we are out of the Stage 2 category.
As of October 19th, 2020, pursuant to Ontario legislation, the playing protocols are subject to the following restrictions:
Permitted Activities:
- a) A distance of 2 metres between players in the club must be maintained at all times, except for players living within the same household; solo practice, controlled coaching and modified distanced drills in pods are permitted but no singles or doubles game play allowed unless all players are within the same household.
- b) A maximum of 10 players is permitted at any one time within the club.
- c) We will continue to maintain the use of Pods to limit the number of interactions among players within a facility.
- d) All current protocols including signing in, online booking, cleaning remain in place.
Club Operations:
- a) Fitness area will be closed and cannot be used during the Stage 2 Category.
- b) No guests or spectators are permitted in the facility.
- c) Showers in the club will be closed.
I look forward to your support in adhering to the protocols as we continue to weather the current challenges.
Mustafa S
President
Richmond Hill Squash Club
FOLLOWING THE SAFETY PROTOCOLS
OCTOBER 16th, 2020 @ 17:23
If you have any questions, connect with us at:
rhsquashclub@gmail.com | 905.884.6062
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Welcome New Members to Squash In Richmond Hill
SEPTEMBER 28th, 2020 @ 21:36
The new squash season is here. While Return to Play (RTP) conditions are currently guiding how we are all able to play, we’re doing everything possible to ensure your safety and get us back on court.
We have a special COVID introductory rate for any new application, rates are below:
2020/21 Annual Membership, Discounted Special Pricing | Payment Frequency | Fee | HST | Total | Grand total |
Single | Monthly payment | $ 82.62 | $ 10.74 | $ 93.36 | $ 933.60 |
Single | Annual | $ 761.18 | $ 98.95 | $ 860.13 | $ 860.13 |
Family | Monthly payment | $ 129.96 | $ 19.42 | $ 149.38 | $ 1493.80 |
Family | Annual | $ 1224.00 | $ 159.12 | $ 1383.12 | $ 1383.12 |
If you are interested in exploring membership opportunities including our current ‘discount offer’ at a great north Toronto sports facility, please DOWNLOAD the following application form and send it, to at your convenience, to rhsquashclub@gmail.com, someone will be in touch with you shortly to review and welcome you.
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