THERE IS NO OTHER GAME LIKE TENNIS

Tennis is the satisfaction of a perfectly struck groundstroke and the satisfying "punch" of a volley, timed and executed to perfection, the satisfaction of winning a close match, and paradoxically, the pleasure of losing a close match that you played to the limit of your ability. Tennis is encouraging your partner and congratulating your opponents, win or lose. Tennis is elation, despair and determination, all in one. It is the most enjoyable of pastimes and as such deserves to be enjoyed in the excellent surroundings, in good company and in the best of spirits.

This is how tennis is played at Royal South Yarra Lawn Tennis Club.

This web-site has been designed to introduce you to the world class facilities of the Club, to point out the privileges that come with membership, and the heritage and traditions of belonging to one of the finest Clubs in Australia.

The traditions of a great Club are so much more than merely its history. Traditions flow from behaviour, the beliefs and the character of the individuals who were instrumental in creating history. There is a living quality in tradition... a quality that is passed on from one generation of members to the next.

Royal South Yarra has been an integral part of the Melbourne tennis scene since the 1880's. Born in an age of grace and style and manners, the Club has succeeded in retaining those qualities for over 100 years. It has been our long-standing tradition that enjoyment of the game is the principal aim of playing The unwritten laws of sportsmanship and behaviour are still as important to us as the official playing rules. Our members all embrace this philosophy whole-heartedly. They play the game competitively, remembering always, that it is only a game. Therein lies the true difference between history and tradition.

Since 1884, some of the greatest names in tennis have graced the courts and the honour boards of our Club. So today, when you step onto a court at Royal South Yarra you may well be treading the path of players who made this country such a dominant force in world tennis. And while your forehands may not flow as freely as theirs, or your serves devastate your opponents so completely, you can at least aspire to enjoy the game and the magnificent facilities every bit as much as they did.

Under the direction of a Committee of Management the Club's professional and efficient staff of 50 maintain the Club to sustain the traditions, with a philosophy that places emphasis on quality and service.

A private sporting club in the traditional sense, Royal South Yarra Lawn Tennis Club is open to members and their guests seven days a week, throughout the year.