Golf Academy at University Park County Club November Clinics

Photo Caption: Assistant Golf Pro Clinton Whitelaw shares some stroke tips with participants that are part of the November golf clinic program at University Park Country Club.

With season coming into full play and ideal golf temperatures setting in, there’s no better time to spruce up your golf game. University Park Country Club’s Golf Academy offers golfers a variety of clinics to sharpen their skills and lower their scores in November.

Open to members and non-members, participants benefit from having head golf pro Ashley Hayden, former South African Open champion and assistant golf pro Clinton Whitelaw, and LPGA Legends Tour player and head teaching golf pro Sue Ertl share their skill, knowledge and acumen.

November School & Clinic Schedule

Men’s & Ladies’ Golf Clinics

Dates: Ladies’ every Wednesday: November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Men’s clinics are held every Tuesday: November 7, 14, 21, 28

Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. (same time for all dates)

Cost: $25 per person/per clinic

All golfers are welcome including members and non-members. Weekly topics include putting, chipping, irons, driver, hybrids, bunker play and specialty shots. The weekly clinics are a great way for participants to improve their game in a group setting with a friendly atmosphere. Maximum class size is 10 with a minimum 5:1 student/instructor ratio.

Saturday Morning Drop-In Clinics with Sue Ertl

Dates: November 4, 11, 18

Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Cost: $25 per person/per clinic

Call the Pro Shop at 941-359-9999 for each week’s topic

Free Swing Analysis and Game Assessment

Date: Friday, November 10

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; please call 941-359-9999 to book a 15-minute appointment

Cost: Free

This free, 15-minute assessment will take participants through making a series of swings at our world-class facility. One of the club’s experienced golf instructors will review golf swings and make the necessary recommendations on how to take the player’s game to the next level. During the swing analysis, our golf coaches will look at such things as grip, setup (including posture), take-away, backswing, downswing, balance and finishing position. One of the advantages of getting a free swing analysis is participants get concrete recommendations so there can be no confusion as to what area of the game needs work.

1-Day Short Game School

Date: Monday, November 13

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $199 per person

Full swing video analysis using the latest software, short game mechanics and bunker play as well as putting techniques and skills improvement. Improve pitching and chipping technique. Cover the major aspects of your short game during the three-hour school and then enjoy lunch after.

Ladies’ First Swing Beginner Series

Dates: Three-week series each Monday: November 13, 20, 27

On-Course Scramble Friday, December 1

Time: Clinics 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | Scramble 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Cost: $125 per person for the 3-week series and scramble

Find out what it’s like to be a golfer in this new series to help women get on the course. Three clinics and one on-course play date paired with another First Swing buddy.

1-Day Golf School

Date: Wednesday, November 15

Time: 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Cost: $175 per person

Players start off with a full swing analysis using the #1 video analysis software in golf. Short game mechanics and bunker play. Putting techniques and skills improvement. This school covers the major aspects of each participant’s game during the 3-hour school, and includes one lunch voucher.

Clinic and a Cocktail

Date: Friday, November 17

Time: 4:00 – 5:15 p.m.

Cost: $35 (includes post-clinic cocktail)

Warm up clinic and then play three holes on the course with your pro. This clinic is a great way to improve your golf in a group setting with a friendly atmosphere followed by a refreshing cocktail.

3-Day Total Golf School

Date: Monday-Wednesday, November 20 -22

Time: 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. each day

Cost: $349 per person ($100 deposit required)

This comprehensive and thorough program covers all aspects of golf: driver, woods, hybrids, irons, bunker, chipping, putting and video analysis. Golf package includes one lunch coupon and school gift. Complimentary range balls in the afternoon of school days.

Registration:

Advance registration required and space is limited. Register in person at the Pro Shop or call 941-359-9999.