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Francais
Golf
Golf
2009-2010

Indoor Golf Lessons
(Class schedule and categories are subject to change pending demand.)
Level 1 and 2 indoor instructional programs are held in the shared Golf/Archery Range facility at the RA Centre. Outdoor lessons are available in the spring only and are held at an outdoor range – location to be determined. All programs are group lessons, one hour per week and are taught by a CPGA teaching pro.

Level 1 - Indoor Golf
Level 1 classes are offered for Adults and Juniors (9 to 15 years old). Designed for golfers who want to learn the basics or for those who need a refresher to knock unwanted strokes off your game. This six week course focuses on the fundamentals of the grip and mechanics of the swing. In addition to the video analysis session, this course covers stance, posture, alignment, chipping and putting.

Level 1 - ADULT
Classes marked (*) are open to both adults and juniors – Perfect for families.
WINTER 2010 Sessions (6 weeks)
Sat. Jan. 9 - Feb. 13 1 p.m.
Sat. Jan. 9 - Feb. 13 2 p.m.
Sat. Jan. 9 - Feb. 13 3 p.m.
Sat. Feb. 20 - Mar. 27 2 p.m.
Sat. Feb. 20 - Mar. 27 3 p.m.
Sat. Feb. 20 - Mar. 27 4 p.m. (*)
Tues. Feb. 23 - Mar. 30 7 p.m.
Tues. Feb. 23 - Mar. 30 8 p.m.
Tues. Feb. 23 - Mar. 30 9 p.m.
     
SPRING 2010 Sessions (6 weeks)
Sat. Apr. 10 - May 15

2 p.m.
Sat. Apr. 10 - May 15 3 p.m.
Sat. Apr. 10 - May 15 4 p.m. (*)
Mon. Apr. 12 - May 17 6 p.m.
Mon. Apr. 12 - May 17 7 p.m.
Mon. Apr. 12 - May 17 8 p.m.
Mon. Apr. 12 - May 17 9 p.m.
Tues. Apr. 13 - May 18 6 p.m.
Tues. Apr. 13 - May 18 7 p.m.
Thurs. Apr. 15 - May 20 7 p.m.
Thurs. Apr. 15 - May 20 8 p.m.
Thurs. Apr. 15 - May 20 9 p.m.
     
SUMMER 2010 Sessions (6 weeks)  
Mon. May 31 - July 5
6 p.m. (*)
Mon. May 31 - July 5 7 p.m.
Mon. May 31 - July 5 8 p.m.
Mon. May 31 - July 5 9 p.m.
Thurs. June 3 - July 15 7 p.m. (no class July 1)
Thurs. June 3 - July 15 8 p.m. (no class July 1)
Thurs. June 3 - July 15 9 p.m. (no class July 1)
     
Fee: $84 / RA member
  $109 / non-member
     
Level 1 - JUNIORS/FAMILY
The following classes are open to both adults and juniors – Perfect for families.
WINTER 2010 Session (6 weeks)
Sat. Feb. 20 - Mar. 27 4 p.m. (*)
 
SPRING 2010 Sessions (6 weeks)
Sat. Apr. 10 - May 15 4 p.m. (*)
     
SUMMER 2010 Sessions (6 weeks)
Mon. May 31 - July 5
6 p.m. (*)
Fee: Adult: $84 / RA member Junior: $64 / RA member
  Adult: $109 / non-member Junior: $89 / non-member

Level 2 - Indoor Golf
Level 2 classes are offered for Adults. Designed either for the recreational golfer who scores between 95 and 105 on average, or for those who have completed level 1 and want to improve their score. In addition to reviewing the basics and a video analysis session, this six week course will focus on golf techniques to help lower your score and principles on how to play through and out of trouble, including club selection for difficult situations.

Level 2 - ADULT
WINTER 2010 Sessions (6 weeks)
Sat. Jan. 9 - Feb. 13 4 p.m.
Sat. Feb. 20 - Mar. 27 1 p.m.
Tues. Feb. 23 - Mar. 30 6 p.m.
     
SPRING 2010 Sessions (6 weeks)
Sat. Apr. 10 - May 15 1 p.m.
Tues. Apr. 13 - May 18 8 p.m.
Tues. Apr. 13 - May 18 9 p.m.
Thurs. Apr. 15 - May 20 6 p.m.
     
SUMMER 2010 Sessions (6 weeks)
Thurs. June 3 - July 15 6 p.m. (no class July 1)
Fee: $84 / RA member
  $109 / non-member

Outdoor Lessons
This 5-week group lesson program is designed for experienced, recreational golfers who have their own clubs and would like to improve their game. Completion of at least the Level 1 indoor program (or equivalent) is required. An indoor video analysis session will be conducted during week four at the RA Centre’s indoor facility and all other classes will be held at an outdoor driving range or local golf course. Classes are one hour per week and equipment is NOT provided.
NOTE: Some classes are dedicated to “ladies only”, however this is subject to change pending demand. Make up classes for cancellations due to inclement weather will be rescheduled at the end of each session. Contact the range on bad weather days (after 5 p.m.) to inquire if lessons have been cancelled. Location and range phone number will be printed on your receipt once you register.

Outdoor Lessons
SPRING 2010 Sessions (5 weeks)
Wed. May 5 - June 2 6:30 p.m. - Ladies only
Wed. May 5 - June 2 7:30 p.m.
Wed. June 16 - July 14 6:30 p.m.
Wed. June 16 - July 14 7:30 p.m.
 
Fee: $134 / RA member
  $159 / non-member

Golf Etiquette
Recommended for all levels of golfers. This is a one-night, two hour, practical workshop covering the finer points of golf including: scoring, the handicap system, terminology, behaviour during play, care of the course, speeding up play and club selection.

Wednesday, April 28 at 7 p.m.
OR Tuesday, June 22 at 7 p.m.
Fee: $ 26 per person

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HOW TO REGISTER
Click here for registration information. For clarification on registration procedures, please contact Member & Guest Services Staff at 613.733.5100.

For further program information, contact Sharron Malott at 613.736.6208 or e-mail at smalott@racentre.com (please include you phone number with all e-mail enquiries).

 
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