FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
JULY 20, 2010
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
BOB ROTATORI - 216-635- 3263- or -
PAULETTE WELCH - 216-635-3205
So, did you want to get into golf this season, but didn't know how
to play the game? Or have the clubs not made their way out of the
closet yet this year? Well, just because summer is halfway through
doesn't mean you can't play! Cleveland Metroparks "Academy of
Golf" has PGA-certified instructors who can help golfers of
any skill level learn the game or get better at playing.
The following classes are just some of the offerings provided by
the "Academy of Golf" in 2010:
Beginners - An Introduction to Golf
This hands-on, four- and six-week series covers the basics of
the full swing, chipping and putting. Basic golf terms, rules and
etiquette are reviewed. Loaner equipment is available. All
participants completing the course are provided a pass to a
Cleveland Metroparks Par 3 course. A limit of 7 adult participants
per class accepted. The sessions range from $100 (4 weeks) to $150
(6 weeks). Session dates, times and locations are as follows:
� Thursdays, August 5 through 26 - 6 - 7:30 p.m. at Washington
(216-641-1864) - 4 weeks
� Saturdays, August 7 through 28 - 6 - 7:30 p.m. at Washington
(216-641-1864) - 4 weeks
� Mondays, August 23 through Sept. 20 - 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Washington
(216-641-1864) - 4 weeks
The Golf Swing - The Fundamentals
This hands-on clinic covers aspects of a solid, fundamental
golf swing, including grip, set-up and swing. The class provides
general, fundamental and basic instruction useful for adult players
of every skill level, gender and age. A limit of 7 participants
accepted per session. The 1 1/2-hour class costs $30. Session
dates, times and locations are as follows:
� Thursday, August 19 - 6 - 7:30 p.m. at Shawnee Hills
(440-232-7184)
� Tuesday, Sept. 7 - 6 - 7:30 p.m. at Shawnee Hills
(440-232-7184)
The Short Game - Putting and Chipping
This session reviews basics of successful "around the
green shots." The class will provide general, fundamental
instruction that is useful for players of every skill level, gender
and age. A limit of 7 adult participants accepted per session. The
1 1/2-hour class costs $30. Session dates, times and locations are
as follows:
� Thursday, August 5 - 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Shawnee Hills
(440-232-7184)
Novice Golf Learn 'n' League
This six-week adult program combines instruction and practice
(about an hour) followed by playing 9 holes (usually) in a
supervised league setting. Each week a different part of the game
will be featured. Program is meant for newer players, but not raw
beginners. Fee includes green fees and hand carts. Session date,
time and location are as follows:
� Wednesdays, August 25 through Sept. 29 - 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at
Washington (216-641-1864) - 6 weeks
The "Academy of Golf" brochure lists all the learning
opportunities offered, prices, dates and times, and locations. The
brochures are available at all Park District facilities or by
calling 216-635-3200 or online at clevelandmetroparks.com.
For more information on Cleveland Metroparks "Academy of
Golf," call 440-232-7247.
It's not too late this year to learn the basics of the links or
brush up on golf skills with the "Academy of Golf "of
Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life, naturally.
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