Dress Code
The dress code reflects the Club’s traditions and standards of excellence and contributes to the decorum and dignity of the Club. All Members, guests and children are expected to honor both the letter and the spirit of the dress code at all times. Failure to comply may result in refusal of admission or service, and in such further action as the Board in its sole discretion deems appropriate.
General
While on Club premises, informal, casual and sport attire in keeping with Club’s traditions and standards is expected. It is not possible to list every type of clothing that does not meet the Club’s traditions and standards. Therefore, the following specific rules are illustrative and do not list every type of clothing that is not in keeping with the Club’s dress code:
- The following types of clothing are prohibited on the Club property: (i) denim blue jeans and denim blue jean clothing of any type; (ii) cut offs, and frayed, torn or distressed clothing; (iii) tank-top and sleeveless t-shirts for men; (iv) attire with offensive sayings, logos, or pictures; and (v) cargo pants and cargo shorts.
- Except on the beach and pool deck: (i) footwear must be worn; and (ii) ladies in bathing attire must wear cover-ups over both “top and bottom.”
- Thong bathing suits for ladies and bikini bathing suits for gentlemen are prohibited.
- Gentlemen are prohibited from wearing a hat while indoors or on the Veranda on the main floor; and when gentlemen may wear a hat, it should be worn facing forward.
- Tattoos must be covered at all times except when on the beach or the pool deck.
Dining Venues
In addition to the general rules with respect to what is appropriate dress for Members, guests and children while on the Club’s property set forth above, the following additional rules apply to the Club’s dining venues.
At lunch (dining before 6:00 p.m.) the following rules apply:
- Collared shirts for gentlemen and appropriate cover-ups over both “top and bottom” of swimsuits for ladies are required.
- Bare feet are prohibited, but sandals, flip flops and sneakers are allowed.
At dinner (dining after 6:00 p.m.) the following rules apply:
- Warm-ups and other types of exercise clothing (including spandex shorts and pants, yoga pants, leggings and athleisure wear), as well as beach and tennis attire are prohibited for both ladies and gentlemen, with the sole exception that tennis attire may be worn by individuals who are participating in a Club tennis event.
- Gentlemen are prohibited from wearing hats, sandals, flip flops and sport sneakers (such as tennis sneakers, cross-trainers and running sneakers).
- Gentlemen always must wear a collared shirt.
- From November 1 through April 30 (the “Season”), gentlemen and boys over the age of 12 are required to wear a jacket on Saturday evenings and (ii) encouraged to wear a jacket Tuesday through Friday evenings. Ladies should wear equally appropriate attire.
During Special Events the Club will publish specific dress standards for each event.
Tennis Courts
The Gulf Stream Bath and Tennis Club maintains an “All Whites” dress code. Members are responsible for ensuring that guests and children fully comply with the policy. Proper, mostly white, flat-soled tennis shoes are required at all times. Running shoes may not be worn as they damage the court surface. Improperly attired players will be asked to leave the courts. White attire with minimal trim applies to shirts, shorts, skirts, dresses, socks, and footwear. Hats must also be white with minimal trim and should be worn facing forward. Warm up gear may be any color. Men and boys, of all ages, are required to wear collared tennis shirts only. T-shirts are not permitted under any circumstance.
Fitness Center
Appropriate exercise clothing and shoes or sneakers are required. Bathing suits, buckles, or belts with buckles, sandals, flip flops and bare feet are prohibited. Men are required to wear a shirt while working out and may only change in the restroom. Please clean your shoes or sneakers prior to entering the Fitness Center. This is especially important when coming from the tennis courts.
Social Media Policy
For purposes of the following policy, the term “social media” refers to any and all means by which an individual may communicate or post information or content of any sort on the Internet, including on the poster’s own or someone else's weblog or blog, journal or diary, personal or business website, social networking or affinity website, web bulletin board or a chat room, whether or not associated or affiliated with the Club, as well as any other form of electronic communication.
Individuals who post on social media typically engage with social media via a computer, tablet, or smartphone via web-based software or applications.
A. Official Platform
An official platform refers to the Club’s website, smartphone app, and any other communications (including push notifications) mailed or emailed by the Club to Members. This is media activity created by the Club’s staff and disseminated directly from the Club.
B. Personal and Unofficial Platforms
The Club is not interested in the personal and unofficial social media activity (“non-official activity”) of Members and their guests so long as the non-official activity does not mention or involve the Club.
In their non-official activity Members and their guests may not do any of the following:
- Use the Club’s name, logos, or branding elements.
- In the name, avatar/picture, or profile information.
- On the professional or business website of a Member or a Member’s firm, company, or employer.
- In a manner that breaches copyright.
- Post pictures:
- Taken on the Club’s premises that are tagged with statements using the Club’s name (such as the words “Gulf Stream Bath and Tennis Club”, “B&T” or “Gulf Stream B&T”), club logos, or branding elements in the name.
- That clearly identifies the Club and/or its facade.
- Post information that:
- Is confidential to the Club or is not in the public domain.
- Reveals personal information about a Member, a Member’s guest, or an employee of the Club without their permission.
- Damages the reputation of the Club.
C. Special Member Events
For special events held by the Club and/or a Member (including weddings and/or other large social gatherings), the Member who is the host or sponsor is required to consult with the Club’s staff well prior to the event regarding the Club’s applicable social media policies and should share such with their guests and vendors. Club staff shall review vendor contracts for approval to ensure compliance with the social media policy. Guest use of smartphone cameras as well as photos and other media generated by professional photographers and videographers shall be reviewed by the Club’s staff on a case-by-case basis prior to the event.
Mobile Electronic Device Policy
One of the prime purposes of the Club is to provide pleasure to the Members and their guests through social interaction. That purpose may be frustrated when Members and their guests spend their time at the Club utilizing mobile electronic devices such as mobile telephones, iPads, Kindles, and portable computers. Accordingly, the use on Club property of such devices is extremely limited.
Such devices must be on silent mode at all times and, except in areas where their use is permitted, should be kept out of sight at all times.
Verbal Use
(such as making or receiving calls, or giving verbal commands)
The verbal use of such devices is permitted only in the phone booth located off the lobby in the main clubhouse and discreetly in the designated parking areas all of which are to the South or West of the Clubhouse port cochere.
Non-Verbal or Silent Use
(such as texting, surfing the web, and reading a book)
East of A1A the non-verbal or silent use of such devices is permitted only on the beach and where verbal use is permitted. On the beach, their non-verbal or silent use should be BRIEF, non-disruptive, and discreet.
West of A1A the non-verbal or silent use of such devices is permitted only in the Fitness Center and where verbal use is permitted. In the Fitness Center, their silent use should be non-disruptive and associated with the use of the fitness equipment.
Special Events
Modified rules relating to the use of such devices may apply during special events held by the Club and/or a Member (including weddings and/or other large social gatherings). If it is a special Club event, the modified rules will be announced in connection with the event, and if it is a private Member event, the modified rules will be agreed upon between the Member and the staff when arranging the event.