GATEWAY TO GOLF COURSE –
4 WEEK PROGRAM $199
IS THE PROGRAM RIGHT FOR ME?
The Gateway to Golf Course program is perfect for the golfer just starting out. Being new to golf is an intimidating experience – so many rules, etiquette and skills to learn! Your PGA Instructor is here to simplify things for you and have you feeling comfortable on a golf course as quickly as possible!
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
4 x 60 minute on course lessons over four consecutive weeks
Program run by PGA accredited BannLynchMcDade Instructor
Full support and guidance provided by your PGA Instructor
Maximum of 6 participants per class
OUR APPROACH
We begin with the end goal in mind – to ensure students feel comfortable playing on the golf course. We consider it our primary objective to ensure that after the 4 week period, the beginner feels comfortable and confident to play on the golf course. Every aspect of our program is designed around achieving this goal.
DO I NEED EQUIPMENT?
Whilst you are welcome to bring your own equipment, we will happily supply equipment free of charge if needed.
HOW MUCH DOES THE PROGRAM COST?
$199.00 for 4 weeks of classes
CLASS DATES AND TIMES
Upcoming Gateway To Golf Course dates are here!
Gateway to Golf runs for 4 consecutive weeks. Choose from the below start dates & times.
Click on our coaches’ names to learn more!
Sundays – 5:00pm – 6:00pm – Week 1: May 1st
Mondays – 11:00am – 12:00pm – Week 1: May 2nd
When booking the Gateway to Golf clinic you are agreeing to four consecutive weeks. Bookings can not be changed or altered once payment is made as you are committing to your chosen dates/times. Our coaches are unable to arrange makeup classes should you be unable to attend any of the scheduled four consecutive classes.
If you would like to book into a clinic, please call the Yarra Bend Golf Pro Shop on (03) 9481 3729.
To secure your booking, full payment for clinics is required at the time of bookings.
4 WEEK PROGRAM
WEEK 1
BASIC PUTT – Basic Setup – Controlling line and speed – Holing out – short range
BASIC CHIP – Basic setup – Short green-side lofted chip
ON COURSE – Getting on course playing a short approach chip shot and holing the putt
WEEK 2
SHORT CHIP TO PITCH – Mid range pitch – setup – Introducing swing themes – Controlling distance
PUTTING – Green reading – Speed control – Mid range putting
ON COURSE – Etiquette – Playing in a group – Hitting a short approach from 20m to 40m – Holing out from mid/ short range
WEEK 3
FULL SWING – Basic setup fundamentals – Swing themes – Understanding the clubface – Ball direction control
PUTTING – Preparing to hit your put
ON COURSE – Playing a full shot into the green – Avoiding hazards – Holing out the putt
WEEK 4
By week four, you will have now developed enough skill and knowledge to play your first round. However, the full length of a golf course will seem daunting. We have a speciality skill appropriate length golf course.
PLAYING THE GAME
3 HOLE INTRODUCTION ROUND
- Hole 1 Par 3 – 75m
- Hole 2 Par 4 – 150m
- Hole 3 Par 5 – 207m
- Learning basic rules & golf etiquette