Footwear Policy:

For the safety of our members and the preservation of our courts, only tennis-specific shoes are allowed. Proper tennis shoes can be found online at Tennis Warehouse, Tennis Express, and other tennis sites.

Shoes Not Allowed

1. Running & Jogging Shoes

• Designed for forward motion only (not lateral support).
• Deep grooves trap clay, making them slippery and damaging to the surface.
• Example brands/models: Nike Pegasus, Brooks Glycerin, Asics Gel-Nimbus, Hoka Clifton.

2. Cross-Trainers & Gym Shoes

• Multi-purpose but lack the outsole design for clay court traction.
• Can leave marks or wear unevenly on clay.
• Example models: Nike Metcon, Reebok Nano, Adidas Powerlift.

3. Basketball, Volleyball & Other Court Shoes

• Outsoles are often sticky rubber designed for indoor hardwood, not sliding on clay.
• They can scuff or “grab” too much, damaging the surface.
• Examples: Nike Lebron, Adidas Harden, Mizuno Wave Lightning.

4. Lifestyle Sneakers & Fashion Shoes

• Not designed for sport at all — zero lateral support, soles often flat or decorative.
• Example styles: Converse Chuck Taylors, Vans, Adidas Stan Smiths (casual version), slip-ons.

5. Trail Shoes / Hiking Shoes

• Aggressive lug patterns that dig into and displace clay.
• Example models: Salomon Speedcross, Merrell Moab, Hoka Speedgoat.

6. Sandals, Flip-flops, or Open-Toe Shoes

• Unsafe and provide no support.
• Example: Birkenstocks, Crocs, Tevas.