Enjoying endless lazy days on a sandy beach in Hermanus sounds like heaven, but what if you want to keep in shape for your game while holidaying here? Your golf swing, for instance. Or your tennis moves. Or even your bowling eye. Good news: Hermanus has a plentitude of sports clubs that are keen to welcome players for once-off games.
Anyone for tennis?
Hermanus has an active cohort of tennis players. Six new tennis courts at the Hermanus Sports Club in Jose Burman Avenue offer scenic tennis at the foot of the mountain. Visitors are welcome to use these well-kept courts. The fee of about R50 per player can be paid to the supervisor on duty, or to the bar attendant when the clubhouse is open, but the supervisor is off duty. Alternatively, visitors can pay the fee into the honesty box, located between the two toilets near Court 2, or pay by SnapScan; the QR code is on the notice board.
To book a tennis court, phone 064 935 2248. And find out about playing Padel (also at the Hermanus Sports Club), call 082 775 7605.
Hit a brick wall
If squash is your thing, you’d be happy to know that you’re welcome to book any of the four state-of-the-art squash courts at the Hermanus Sports Club. the fee is a mere R15 per court for 45 mins of play, for the lights, plus R45 per visitor. (So two visitors will pay a combined fee of R105). Payment is only by SnapScan at the courts or EFT. You’ll find the detailed booking procedure here.
Bowls on a roll
The three pristine greens of Hermanus Bowling Club on Magnolia Street can accommodate up to 168 players. Visiting players are welcome when accompanied by a member. “Member” means any member of SA Bowls. Tabs-in every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 13:15; play starts at 13:30. Times may vary during peak holiday season. To check, call 028 312 407