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Official Club DocumentSep 21, 2026

MYJ St Andrew's Ground - Usage

GROUND USAGE RULES, DOS AND DON'TS

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General Principle

The Mud Ground has been developed and maintained primarily for football training and related sporting activities. All third-party use of the Ground shall be subject to the prior approval of the MYJ Sports and Events LLP, and shall be carried out in a manner that does not adversely affect the playing surface, grass, soil, drainage, surrounding infrastructure, or the regular football activities of the MYJ Mumbai Football Club.

The user/institution using the Ground shall be responsible for ensuring that its participants, staff, contractors, vendors and visitors comply with these rules.

DOs

1. Prior Permission

  • All use of the Ground by any external institution, organisation, school, company or individual shall be subject to prior written approval.
  • The purpose, date, timings, estimated number of participants and nature of the activity shall be communicated in advance.
  • Commercial activities shall require specific approval.

2. Designated Areas

  • Users shall restrict their activities to the areas specifically designated by the Club.
  • Tables, chairs, equipment, stalls and other temporary structures shall be placed only in areas approved by the Club.

3. Protective Flooring

  • Where tables, chairs, stages, stalls, equipment or similar items are placed on the Ground, suitable protective flooring, carpets, rubber mats or boards shall be used underneath them.
  • Particular care shall be taken to prevent concentrated weight from damaging the soil or grass.

4. Temporary Branding

  • Temporary branding, banners and promotional material may be displayed only with prior approval.
  • Branding installations must be freestanding or otherwise installed using methods approved by the Club.

5. Cleanliness

  • The Ground shall be left clean and free of all waste, packaging, tape, plastic, food, bottles and other material immediately after use.
  • All waste generated during an event shall be collected and disposed of by the user.

6. Water

  • Water may be used only for approved purposes and within reasonable limits.
  • Users shall not operate, alter or interfere with irrigation systems, taps, sprinklers or other water infrastructure without permission.

7. Toilets

  • Toilets and washroom facilities, where provided, shall be used responsibly.
  • Users shall ensure that toilets are not misused, damaged or used for disposal of waste, food, plastic or other material.

8. Lighting

  • Evening use may be permitted subject to availability and prior approval.
  • Floodlights/ground lighting shall be operated only by authorised personnel.
  • Additional charges shall apply for use of floodlights.

9. Supervision

  • The Club may nominate a representative to supervise the use of the Ground.
  • Users shall follow reasonable instructions issued by the Club representative concerning the protection of the Ground.

DON'Ts

1. No Digging or Excavation

STRICTLY PROHIBITED:

  • No digging, excavation, trenching or removal of soil shall be permitted.
  • No holes shall be made in the Ground for any purpose.
  • No planting, landscaping or alteration of the soil shall be undertaken.
  • No earth shall be removed from or added to the Ground without prior written approval.

2. No Bamboo, Poles or Stakes

  • Bamboo poles, metal poles, wooden stakes, iron rods, tent pegs, spikes or similar objects shall not be driven into the Ground.
  • Tents, banners, backdrops, signage or temporary structures must use approved weighted/freestanding systems.
  • No structure may be anchored into the playing surface.

3. No Vehicles on the Ground

No cars, motorcycles, vans, trucks, buses or other motorised vehicles shall be permitted on the Ground.

This includes vehicles used for:

  • Transportation of equipment;
  • Catering;
  • Event production;
  • Advertising;
  • Loading/unloading; or
  • VIP movement.

Any exception shall require prior written approval and shall be limited to designated access areas.

4. No Paint or Permanent Markings

  • No paint, lime, chemical marking agents, adhesives or permanent marking material shall be applied to the Ground.
  • Event organisers shall not create additional sports markings without prior approval.
  • Chalk or temporary markings may only be used with the Club's approval.

5. No Stapling, Nailing or Pinning

  • No cloth, plastic, banners, tarpaulins, decorations or promotional material may be stapled, nailed, pinned or otherwise attached to trees, fences, structures or the Ground.
  • Where such material is required, only approved temporary and non-invasive fixing methods may be used.

6. No Open Flames or Fire

  • No bonfires, fire pits, fireworks, open flames or similar activities shall be permitted.
  • Cooking or food preparation on the Ground shall require prior written permission.
  • Gas cylinders, generators or other hazardous equipment shall not be brought onto the Ground without prior approval.

7. No Heavy Equipment

  • Heavy machinery, forklifts, cranes, tractors or other equipment that may damage the soil or grass shall not be permitted.
  • Equipment brought onto the Ground must be approved by the Club.

8. No Dragging of Equipment

  • Tables, chairs, stages, speakers, equipment boxes or other heavy objects shall not be dragged across the Ground.
  • Such items must be carried or moved using approved equipment and methods.

9. No Food or Beverage Spillage

  • Food and beverages should preferably be consumed only in designated areas.
  • Oil, grease, chemicals, paint, dyes, coloured powders or other substances must not come into contact with the Ground.
  • Glass bottles and other breakable containers should not be brought onto the Ground.

10. No Smoking or Tobacco

  • Smoking, vaping, chewing tobacco, spitting or use of similar products shall not be permitted on the playing surface.
  • Any designated smoking area, if provided, must be used.

11. No Damage to Grass or Soil

Users shall not undertake any activity that may:

  • Uproot or damage grass;
  • Compact the soil excessively;
  • Create depressions or uneven surfaces;
  • Damage drainage;
  • Cause waterlogging;
  • Remove topsoil; or
  • Otherwise affect the quality or playability of the Ground.

12. Weather Conditions

The Club reserves the right to suspend or cancel use of the Ground in the event of:

  • Heavy rainfall;
  • Waterlogging;
  • Adverse weather;
  • Excessive moisture;
  • Unsafe playing conditions; or
  • Any condition likely to cause substantial damage to the Ground.

No compensation shall be payable where cancellation is reasonably necessary to protect the Ground.

13. No Unauthorised Contractors

Event organisers shall not engage outside contractors, decorators, caterers, electricians, fabricators or other service providers to carry out work on the Ground without prior approval.

14. Cables and Electrical Equipment

  • Electrical cables shall not be laid directly across the playing surface wherever reasonably avoidable.
  • Where cables must cross pedestrian areas, suitable cable protectors/ramps shall be used.
  • No electrical equipment shall be installed without prior approval.
  • Generators shall be placed only in designated areas.

15. No Advertising Without Approval

No commercial advertising, sponsorship boards, product displays, promotional stalls or activation areas shall be installed without prior written approval from the Club.

16. No Subletting

The approved user shall not transfer, assign, sub-license or permit any third party to use the Ground without the prior written consent of the Party of the Second Part.

17. No Overnight Storage

No equipment, furniture, banners, materials, vehicles or other items may be left or stored on the Ground after the approved period of use.

SECURITY DEPOSIT

For commercial events and activities involving temporary structures, large numbers of participants or external contractors, the Club may require a refundable security deposit.

Suggested Security Deposit

  • Non-commercial use: ₹5,000
  • Commercial use: ₹10,000–₹25,000 depending on the scale of the event

The security deposit may be retained, in whole or in part, towards the cost of repairing any damage caused to the Ground, infrastructure, grass, soil, drainage, fencing, toilets or other facilities.

Where the cost of restoration exceeds the security deposit, the user shall be liable for the additional amount.

CLEANING AND RESTORATION

The Ground shall be handed back in substantially the same condition in which it was provided.

The user shall be responsible for:

    1. Removal of all temporary structures;
    2. Removal of banners and promotional material;
    3. Collection and disposal of waste;
    4. Removal of tables, chairs and equipment;
    5. Removal of tape, cable ties and other fixing materials;
    6. Cleaning of toilets and facilities used;
    7. Restoration of any affected area; and
    8. Payment for any damage caused during the period of use.

The Club shall have the right to levy additional cleaning or restoration charges where the Ground requires special cleaning, levelling, grass restoration, soil repair or other remedial work.

DAMAGE TO THE PLAYING SURFACE

Any damage to the Ground, including but not limited to:

  • Damage to grass;
  • Formation of holes or depressions;
  • Soil compaction;
  • Damage to drainage;
  • Damage caused by vehicles;
  • Damage caused by tents, poles or temporary structures;
  • Chemical or paint contamination;
  • Damage caused by excessive water usage; or
  • Any other deterioration attributable to the user's activities,

shall be assessed by the Club.

The user shall bear the full cost reasonably incurred for repair, restoration and reinstatement.

PRIORITY OF FOOTBALL ACTIVITIES

The Ground is primarily maintained for football training and sporting activities. Third-party use shall therefore be scheduled in a manner that does not interfere with the Club's existing training sessions, matches, academy activities or other approved football programmes.

The Club reserves the right to restrict or decline third-party usage where such use is likely to adversely affect the condition or availability of the Ground for its primary sporting purpose.

FINAL AUTHORITY

MYJ Sports and Events LLP shall have the final authority to determine whether a proposed activity, installation, equipment or method of use is suitable for the Ground.

Any activity not expressly permitted under these rules shall require prior approval from MYJ Sports and Events LLP.

The above rules may be amended or supplemented by MYJ Sports and Events LLP from time to time in order to protect the condition, safety and long-term usability of the Ground.