ST. ANDREWS COMMUNITY TENNIS ASSOCIATION

Who are we?

SACTA is a non-profit organization that is looking to promote tennis in the Charlotte County region by engaging students and families. We provide professional training by TPA certified coaches for both adults and youth, but also leave the courts open for those who would like to play on their own free time. As long as the courts are not booked by members, you're free to play!

We are located at: 24 Reed Street, Saint. Andrews, NB E5B 1A1, Canada.

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SACTA Vision Statement:

To coordinate and promote the recreational game of tennis and to provide opportunities for all to participate at a level consistent with their personal goals.

SACTA HISTORY: Organized tennis has been played in St. Andrews, originally at the Algonquin Hotel courts, starting as early as 1912, in which year silver cups for the Gentleman's and Lady's Championships were presented by Mr. R.J. Christie, Esq. and Sir Thomas Tait.

The St. Andrews Tennis Club was formed in 1975, and is still playing on the Algonquin courts today. In 1988-89, two new courts were constructed on Town land behind the Sir James Dunn Arena, and these are the ones that we play on today. The connection with the hotel continued, as they allowed us to use their courts during tournaments. This was the case up until 2010 when the hotel courts were turned into a putting green.

In 2008 the St. Andrews Tennis Club became the St. Andrews Community Tennis Association (SACTA).

2026 Membership Notice

Note: The early membership discount will be continued in 2026 with and all member names entered into a draw for a free membership. Also, gift membership cards are available for purchase. Regular membership fees for 2026 will be $50.00 for individuals, $70.00 for families (reduced rates of $40.00 for an individual and $60.00 for a family for early bird entries paid by June 1st

As an incentive, early renewals by members or new members who pay by June 1st 2026 will be entered into a draw for a free membership and will also receive the reduced rates of $40.00 for an individual and $60.00 for a family.

How to become a member or renew your membership:

Existing members simply send an e-transfer to the email address: sacta.treasurer@gmail.com

Prospective new members can click on the "Membership Form" button below, fill it out, and press submit.Once the form is submitted, you should make your payment for the amount shown on the form. Payment for dues is preferred by e-transfer to the email address: sacta.treasurer@gmail.com

When an e-transfer is sent to this email, it is automatically deposited into the SACTA account. No password needs to be sent. You will receive immediate acknowledgement of your payment from the banking site and also from the treasurer. We prefer an e-transfer to a cheque, but cheques may also be sent to: SACTA Treasurer, P.O. Box 3908, St. Andrews E5B 3S8. You will also receive an introductory email from our secretary including instructions on how to use the booking page for access to courts 3 & 4.

New Member Membership Form

2026 General Information

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

SACTA members have exclusive use of courts 3 and 4 that can be booked online. They also get reduced rates for adult lessons, junior camp and Tennis NB clinics. They can participate in club championships, mixed weekend doubles, social tennis and in the annual Memorial tournament and social. The biggest benefit is that you get to associate with others with a shared interest and love of tennis. To become a member contact:

Mary Wobma, SACTA President or Jenni Loudwell, Secretary

BOOKING COURTS

SACTA members can book courts 3 and 4. Non-members can use these courts providing they are not in use 15 minutes past the hour. If non-members are playing on the courts members can ask you to vacate the court.

Non-members can book courts 1 and 2 one week in advance. If you sign up a court and you are not there 15 mins past the hour you lose the court.

TENNIS LESSONS

SACTA has 3 Tennis Professional Association (TPA) certified tennis instructors. In July they run a 2-week Junior Tennis Camp and from mid June to mid August they offer 8 weeks of Adult tennis lessons. They will also provide private lessons at $30/hr. If interested contact:

Derek Stafford, 529-3379 or derekst@nb.sympatico.ca

Keith Wobma, 529 4442 or keithwobma69@gmail.com

Wilfred Young Lai, 529-8266 or wilfwyl@gmail.com

WEEKEND MIXED DOUBLES

Start Date: June 6th

Time: 9 to 11 am

Duration: June 6th - to last weekend in August

Balls will be provided for current 2026 SACTA members at no charge. If non-member bring a can of balls they can join in the fun.

If you want to play just show up at the court before 9 am and we will have a random draw for teams from those present.

Contact info: wilfwyl@gmail.com

VISITORS TO ST ANDREWS

If you are a short-term visitor to St Andrews and would like to play a double’s match, you’re welcome to join our weekend doubles group, you just need to bring a new can of tennis balls. If you would prefer to play singles, we have members who can accommodate you. If you are a long-term visitor or summer resident you are encouraged to join SACTA .

Wilf, 529-8266 or wilfwyl@gmail.com

Mary Wobma, 529-4442 or marywobma@icloud.com

RACKET RESTRINGING AND TENNIS BALLS

You can purchase tennis balls, $5 per can, or get your racket restrung for $30. If you have your own strings, it is $20. Wilf, 529-8266 or wilfwyl@gmail.com

2026 Program Activities

Social Tennis - Tuesday evenings at 6pm. Come out and play tennis with other members and also players from the community. All levels of play are welcome. Sessions will start on May12th.

Weekend Mixed Doubles are played each Saturday and Sunday morning starting at 9am, for 2 hours. The sessions start on June 6th. Preregistration is not needed, be at the courts 15 minutes before the start time, a draw will be made for partners. Balls are provided.

Adult lessons for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels begining on Monday June 29th and running until Monday August 17th. Lessons are at 6pm for 2 hours. All levels of play are encouraged to participate from beginners to advanced. These sessions are a great way to update your skills or to learn the basics of tennis from our three Tennis Canada qualified coaches. Preregistration is required by June 26 for all levels. Fee: $80.00 for SACTA members and $100 for Non-members. Contact Derek Stafford to register. Derek Stafford, 506-529-3379 or derekst@nb.sympatico.ca

SACTA Youth Camp will be from July 6th to July 10th and July 13th to 16th. Details will be posted on the SACTA Facebook and Instagram pages.

The Annual Memorial tournament will be held on Saturday August 15th, rain date Sunday August 16th. This is a mixed doubles event, individuals will sign up and partners will be assigned. Lunch will be provided.

The Tennis NB Masters tournament will be played from August 7th – 9th This will be our 18th year hosting the tournament. Players from across the province and further afield compete in age categories. Details can be found on the Tennis NB website: tennisnb.ca under the tournaments heading.

2026 Scheduled Activities:

· Social Tennis: Tuesday evenings from 6-8pm beginning May 5th

· Weekend Mixed Doubles: Sat & Sun from 9-11am; starting May 16

· Adult Tennis Lessons: Monday evenings from 6-8pm; June 29th to August 17th

· Tennis Summer Camp: July 6th – 10th & 13th -17th

· Tennis Clinic (Doubles & Singles): July 18th

· St. Andrews Masters Tournament: August 7th – 9th

· Memorial Tournament: August 15th

2025 Masters - report by Jenni Loudwell

The 17thTNB Masters was another success. Player numbers jumped from 37 in 2024 to 50 this year.

The usual small but enthusiastic group made sure all was in place. Short work was made of putting up the canopy as a large group of members were on hand.

We were without Mark Thibault this year but the event ran efficiently.

Christine Taylor's catering (muffins at 9am) and the cooking of the salmon for lunch was at her usual high standard. This was accompanied by a rice pilaf and salad. We thank Christine very much for all her efforts.

It was hot on Saturday, a little less so on Sunday and all play was completed by 4.30pm on Sunday.

We heard from many players who said this is one of the best run Masters and how they enjoy coming year after year. The standard of the food and our hospitality is always acknowledged.

Again this year we received generous support from our sponsors who have all been thanked for their continued commitment to the event. In addition we received vouchers from the Algonquin golf course totaling $125.00 and a $50.00 voucher from Ted Michener for The Gables.

Here is the list of the tournament results at Tennis NB St Andrews Masters 2025 results