ESTC - Your Club
URL: http://www.estctennis.com.au

Coogee Seaside Classic 2010 (3-5 Sept 2010) This is a Tennis NSW sanctioned tournament held at the ESTC, and administered by nominated operator Coogee Tennis club. Australian ranking points, Over $3000 prize money, Open Mens & Womens,Singles & Doubles. Get your entry forms here in the Downloads Section. Entries close on 27th August 2010. Log in to see the 2009 Finals photos. WHAT IS NEW Looking for a band for your party ? For more information, contact the club by email only using the feedback option on this website.

The 2010 Club Competition Entry Schedule and fee structure is now available on the website. Check the Downloads section for this information. The ESTC website accepts online payments for new and existing members for club memberships (all year round) and sporting items listed on the website. Be sure to check out our new range of special items. Play well and dress well. See Shopping section and FAQ for instructions. Read also our President's message. Our local boy, Dane Propoggia who has played down at Coogee for years has reached the 3rd Round (Last 16) of Wimbledon Junior Boys Singles 2008 ! Social Tennis is a great way to enjoy the game and extend your network of friends at the same time. Our social tennis events (Mon/Wed/Fri) are by far the most popular around this area. Be a member now by joining online (see Shopping section). For more details, refer to the social tennis section and do enquire about a personal introduction to the club by using the Feedback Section. Social members wanting to extend their tennis experience to a more competitive level may wish to consider the Thursday evening and Saturday afternoon competitions. Refer to the Competition section, Downloads and FAQ. Vacancies are now open ! For those who want to try out what it is like without any commitment, we have free (bring new balls) early morning team hitting sessions on Sunday at UNSW and Woolloomooloo. Use the Feedback option to obtain more information. Every attempt is made to keep information updated on the website. If website visitors find some information that is useful or needs changing, please do let us know by contacting the club secretary/webmaster using the Feedback Section.

"Log in for FREE to see the photo highlights of the Coogee Classic 2009 Finals Competition located in the Content Section of this website."

The Eastern Suburbs Tennis Club Ltd (ESTC) is the largest tennis club affiliated with the Eastern Suburbs Tennis Association (ESTA). The operation and facilities of the Club are all geared to help members to enjoy social tennis or actively participate in Club or ESTA competitions.

Eastern Suburbs Tennis Club Limited is one of the few Licensed Tennis Clubs in metropolitan Sydney and has been located in the seaside village of Coogee for 40 years.

For members the Club has a licensed bar retailing drinks at realistic prices, a comfortable lounge area featuring television and Sports events, pool table, music bands which members can hire at special rates and 5 synthetic grass tennis courts.

The Club conducts organised tennis events 7 days a week and on 5 nights a week.

Our resident tennis coaches are supported by a Pro-shop located on ESTC's premises in providing coaching services for adults and children every day including weekends. The coaching services and children's tennis camps at Coogee are widely regarded as the best in Sydney.

• The Sport
• The Social Scene
• The Fitness
• The Music (contact Kea Allerby - Yayabings Music Social Club.) And continue to stay tuned to Eastside FM.

Social Tennis is the perfect way for new and existing members to participate in an organised and friendly session (without being too competitive) at very reasonable cost. ESTC social tennis are held in two sessions on selected weekdays. You can come on your own or come with your friends to mingle in this social activity. All levels of play are welcome here.

You may contact ESTC for any tennis court bookings and availability. The ESTC has tennis courts available during the following periods:

• 3.30pm - 10.30pm Monday, Wednesday
• 3.30pm - 11.00pm Tuesday
• 3.30pm - 10.30pm Wednesday
• 3.30pm - 11.00pm Thursday
• 3.30pm - 10.00pm Friday
• 12.30pm - 7.30pm Saturday
• 12.30pm - 8.00pm Sunday

The ESTC has tennis courts available during the following periods:

Since 2008, renewals/new member purchases of the membership can be done online. See Shopping Section.

Cost of Membership: Ordinary membership varies between $35 and $60 a year depending on the time of the year.

Be a social member of the club for only $6 and you get to join in activities such as music nights etc... Great Value !!

Eastern Suburbs Tennis Club Ltd.
ABN: 46 000 416 268

Corner of Brook & Bream Streets Coogee NSW 2034

• 5 tennis courts
• auditorium
• pool and dart room
• Coaching and Pro-Shop
• bar and other gaming/entertainment facilities

There is now a fitness centre in place of an auditorium / function room. For availability times and bookings, contact the club or send a request using the Feedback option on this website.

There used to be a function area as well but it no longer exists. Should you need suggestions for venues, do let us know.

The Club provides night competitions on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Championships for all members are conducted annually, usually on weekends in September/October.

Organised Social Tennis is conducted on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Refer to the Social tennis section for further details.

The Club is directly linked to the Eastern Suburbs Tennis Association Inc and enters teams into the Associations competitions which are conducted on Saturday afternoons, Sunday mornings and Tuesday morning/afternoon Ladies competitions.

There are 3 competitions per week:

• Tuesday ‘A1 – A3’ grade.
• Thursday ‘A4 –B1 grades.
• Fridays Social players Competition.

The Tuesday and Thursday competitions are ten teams of 4 (2men/2ladies) each week who play matches of 8 sets ( each set 8games). The teams play an 11 week competition including semis and finals and the competitions are continuous. Play commences at 7pm and concludes at 10.45pm. These teams actually have 6 members (3/3) which allows members to alternate and plan accordingly.

There are Tuesday and Thursday competitions as well, they cost around $15 per night and are organised by Grahame Lamphee (Tuesday) and Roger Beer (Thursday).

Friday Night competition is a round robin competition of 10 two member teams who play from 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

There is a Saturday and Sunday day time competition for players wanting to compete at club level. It is recommended for all social and competitive players. This is hosted primarily at ESTC and recorded by Jackie Carroll and G Donovan. The details of these two competitions are available here in FAQ.

Latest information on Saturday afternoon Mixed Doubles and Sunday morning competitions are available in the Downloads section of the site. Contact Jackie Carroll (jackiecarr@bigpond.com) for any queries.

The ESTA also runs Inter-district competitions in several grades for its affiliated clubs at the ESTC courts and other venues. Six teams compete in each grade each playing the others twice. At the conclusion of the competition semi-finals and finals are held for both singles and doubles. Refer to ESTA for dates and venues.

Both the Club and ESTA (the Eastern Suburbs Tennis Association) conduct their annual championships, usually on Sunday afternoons. Round robin competitions, David/Riches Cup fixtures and special holiday competitions are also organised throughout the year.

The Club holds Trivial Pursuit nights, Xmas In July, OcktoberFest and other theme functions throughout the year.

The ESTC members are eligible to join the Golf Club which plays at the 'Coast' on the third Sunday of each month, starting at noon. For further information please contact Club office.

In addition, social sports competitions in pool and darts are organised each year. For further information please contact the Club or use the Feedback option on this website.

At Darling Harbour Nov 2007 Click here for enlargement.

This event is no longer hosted at the club. The event is now hosted at Hotel William For more information on where this activity continues, contact Kea/Chris on 0419 272 196 May-June Wednesday nights: Jamming with the FleaMarket Resident Band Nites ! Mark and Janet 1, Mark and Janet 2, Mark and Janet 3, Mark and Janet 4, Terry with FleaMarket 1, Terry with FleaMarket 2, Terry with FleaMarket 3, Terry with FleaMarket 4, Terry with FleaMarket 5, Visitors 1, Visitors 2, Ben ! Apologies for other acts that didn't have photos. Where are all the picture-takers and bean counters when you need them ? Do not miss out on the fun and participation that this event is generating. This event has gained the support of community organisations. Contact Bradley 0403-939-886 for those 'roving' meeting location and times... This is a great place for artists to 'be impromptu' and 'be exposed'. The format varies weekly from having back-to-back bands, Special Acts, to informative workshops. At the end of the evening, anything goes...

WHAT IS ON THIS WEEK

Music is on EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING. Social club membership subscriptions are now available online. Be a social member of the club now for only $6 dollars. And you get the benefits of being a social member too. See FAQ. Yes, no-one is excluded - drums, bongos, keyboards and even an electronic sound synthesizer...

This is a never too serious a music thing. But if you want to meet some real kool and interesting people, why not do it during the private entertainers/musicians social. You will meet musicians/singers, comedians, playwriters, dance troops, tennis players and artists all in one get-together. Bring your own musical instrument, drums, bass, whatever !. Drinks are cheap at club prices.

Information about artists that performed or are performing on this music nite can be found on the club's 'Web Link' Section.

17th April 2008 night: A Band Jam Nite !
Chris the Irish weedMan !, Duet 1, Duet 2, Duet 3, Terry Terror and Band 1, Terry Terror and Band 2, Glenn and Band 1, Glenn and the Band 2 , Nick and the Universal Attraction Band 1, Nick and the Universal Attraction Band 2

10th April 2008 night: A Band Jam Nite !
Mark and Janet, Mark and Janet 2, Mark & Janet 3, Mark & Janet 4, Sandra with Music Machine, Nick and the Universal Attraction 1, Nick and the Universal Attraction 2, Liz and the Glen Smith , Andrew 1, Andrew 2, Glenn (Hendrix look) with Band Jam 1, Glenn (Hendrix look) with Band Jam 2, Glenn (Hendrix look) with Band Jam3, Terry Terror on the Bongos !, Jamming Together and having fun 1, Jamming Together and having fun 2

3rd April 2008 night: A networking Nite !
Nicholas George 1, Nicholas George 2, Nicholas George 3, Nicholas George 4, Nicholas George 5, Mark & Jan Duet 1, Mark & Jan Duet 2, Glen (Hendrix look) 1, Glen (Hendrix look) 2, Jamming Together and having fun

27th Mar 2008 night: It was very Entertaining !
Penny & Troy Duet 1, Penny & Troy Duet 2, Penny & Troy Duet 3, Penny & Troy Duet 4, Mark & Jan Duet 1, Mark & Jan Duet 2, Mark & Jan Duet 3, Andrew & Sound Effects Machine 1, Andrew & Sound Effects Machine 2, Sandra (new look) 1, Sandra (new look) 2, Friend of Sandra 1, Friend of Sandra 2, Glen (Hendrix look) 1, Glen (Hendrix look) 2, Ben (Friendship song)

30th Nov night: It was a Girls Vocal Nite !
Dave Roberts, Dave Roberts, Phil Gray, Mani - Petersham Girl (Part 1), Sandra from Bondi Shores, The Newtown Girl (Part 1), The Newtown Girl (Part 2), The Newtown Girl (Part 3), The Newtown Girl (Part 4), The Spot Girl, Getting it all Together (Impromptu)

15th Nov night:
The Newcastle Girl (Part 1), The Newcastle Girl (Part 2), The Newcastle Girl (Part 3), The Newcastle Girl (Part 4)

8th Nov night:
Kelly Ophel (Part 1), Kelly Ophel (Part 2), Kelly Ophel (Part 3), Sandra on Solo (Part 1), Sandra on Solo (Part 2), Sandra on Fire (Part 3), Sandra on Fire (Part 4), Norbert, Phil (Part 1), Phil (Part 2)

1st Nov night:
The Djembo/Guitar Act (Part 1), The Djembo/Guitar Act (Part 2), The Djembo/Guitar Act (Part 3), The Djembo/Guitar Act (Part 4), Phil on Solo (Part 1), Phil on Solo (Part 2), Dave and Phil (Impromptu), Sandra with Bass Backup (Impromptu)

25th Oct night:
Sandra (Part 1) , Sandra(Part 2) , Sandra (Part 3) , Sandra(Part 4) , Wedl (Part 1) , Wendl (Part 2) , Wendl , Dave Roberts (Part 1) , Dave Roberts (Part 2) , A Jam with Paul and Dave Roberts , The elusive but interested...

11th Oct night:
The 2 Waifs (Part 1) , The 2 Waifs (Part 2) , Chris and Michael , Ross , Terry Terror Act , Who's there , The elusive but interested...

Other prior acts included:
Bradley Primmer, El Duet Flamenco, Ana Key, Black Turtles Solo1 , Black Turtles Solo2, Ross - See 'Web Links', Norbert