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Improve your golf game this summer
July clinics at the Golf Academy at University Park County Club are designed to help golfers lower their scores
Photo: Former South African Open champion and head teaching professional Clinton Whitelaw reviews proper stroke technique at one of University Park Country Club’s summer golf clinics. (photo courtesy of University Park Country Club)
Golfers interested in fine-tuning their game have several options at University Park Country Club’s Golf Academy this July. A variety of weekly clinics are being offered that focus on specific skills for men and women, designed to help all abilities improve their game and lower their scores.
Open to members and non-members, participants benefit from having head golf pro Ashley Hayden and former South African Open champion and head teaching professional Clinton Whitelaw share their skill, knowledge and acumen.
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July School & Clinic Schedule
Men’s Golf Clinics
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Dates: Every Tuesday: July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
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.
Ladies’ Golf Clinics
Dates: Every Wednesday: July 4, 11, 18, 25
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.
Get Golf Ready 2.0 – Ladies Only
Dates: Five-week series: July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7
Time: 6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
Cost: $125 per person
Designed for the golfer who has already completed the first Get Golf Ready 1.0 class or for intermediate players. All aspects of the game are covered in more detail. Continue to learn the game of golf in a fun, group atmosphere.
Registration
Advance registration required and space is limited. Register in person at the Pro Shop or call 941-359-9999.