Community
The court is the excuse. The community is the point. Here is how we protect it.
Serve Society TYO was built for Black women and allies who deserve a space to play, connect, and belong fully. We take that seriously. This Code of Conduct exists not as a list of rules but as a statement of who we are and what we expect of every person who joins us on the court.
By joining Serve Society TYO, you commit to upholding these values — at sessions, on retreats, in our group chats, and in how you represent the community publicly.
Respect — on and off the court
Treat every member with dignity and kindness. Respect different skill levels, backgrounds, and ways of showing up. What happens in the circle stays in the circle — member conversations and personal details are not for sharing outside the community.
Inclusion is not optional
Serve Society TYO was built on the principle that belonging should not have to be earned. Discrimination, exclusion, or disrespect of any kind based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, body size, religion, or background will not be tolerated. Full stop.
Laughs first, competitive egos last
We are a social circle, not a competitive league. Encourage your fellow players. Celebrate good shots, laugh off the bad ones. Leave your ego at the door and bring your best energy instead.
Show up fully or give your spot to someone else
Sessions are capped at 8 members. If you cannot attend, cancel with as much notice as possible so someone on the waitlist can take your place. Repeated no-shows without notice may result in losing your spot in the community.
Safety is everyone's responsibility
Follow court rules, wear appropriate footwear, and be mindful of other players' physical space. If you are injured or unwell, sit out. If you notice a safety concern, speak up immediately.
Protect the space
This community was built specifically for Black women and allies. Be conscious of that. If you are an ally, your role is to support and amplify, not to centre yourself. The space you take up should always make room for others.
Photography with consent
Sessions are photographed for Serve Society TYO content. Always ask before taking and posting personal photos of other members. If a member does not wish to be photographed, respect that immediately and without question.
We want to handle things with warmth and directness wherever possible. However:
If something happens at a session or within the community that makes you feel unsafe or uncomfortable, please reach out directly and privately:
All concerns will be taken seriously, handled with discretion, and responded to promptly. You will never be made to feel that speaking up was the wrong choice.
These standards apply to everyone equally — members, guests, and the Organiser included. Serve Society TYO is only as good as the people in it. Thank you for helping us keep it something worth belonging to.
"The court is the excuse.
The community is the point.
Protect it." 🎾