Guidelines for Professional Conduct

The platform tennis professional has an obligation to conduct himself/herself with respect and integrity in dealings with their clients, employees, employers, manufacturers, other professionals, members of allied organizations and other teaching professionals.  In addition, they have a personal obligation to themselves to continue to grow in their profession.

The PPTA encourages its members to uphold these obligations and the spirit, ideals and purposes of the organization by abiding by the following code:

• PPTA members will be ethical in the manner in which they seek employment at platform tennis facilities.  Similarly, they will be honorable and ethical in accepting a position to work at a platform tennis facility.
• While visiting facilities other than the facilities where they normally conduct business, a PPTA member shall not play, solicit lessons or give the appearance of soliciting lessons without receiving permission from the local professional.  In addition, while visiting other facilities, PPTA members should conduct themselves in a manner that would not cause embarrassment to the resident professional.
• Depending on their contract, the PPTA member may have financial obligations to their employer, employees, clients, fellow professionals and manufacturers.  All financial obligations, as they relate to their profession, should be met in a timely manner.
• Members of the PPTA are encouraged to work with and support programs and activities of the PPTA and of other allied organizations. PPTA members shall conduct themselves in a manner that does not damage the reputation of his/her fellow members.  Likewise, their actions should not injure the reputation of the PPTA.
• Members of the PPTA should be aware of the By-Laws of the PPTA, and should abide by the By-Laws and Guidelines of the PPTA.
• PPTA members should enhance their career through personal development and continuing education.