Children Can Learn the Basics of Golf With Cleveland Metroparks

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

BOB ROTATORI  216-635-3263 - or -

ERIC BARNETT 216-635-7014

Kids can learn the essentials of golf or improve
their game with junior �Academy of Golf� classes from Cleveland
Metroparks.

The following Academy classes for juniors are available:

Junior "Fun"damental Series Designed like our
Adult Beginners classes, juniors get a chance to learn the basics,
but have fun too. Full swing, putting and chipping will be covered
by our best junior instructors. A maximum of 6 participants per
class. Call 216-641-1864 for more information. Ages 12 - 17

Homeschoolers Golf Phys Ed This 6-week program is
designed for home schooled juniors ages 10 to 15.  The skill
level best suited for this class would be in the beginner to
intermediate range.  The first 2 to 3 weeks will be practice
and skill building on all parts of the game.  The last 3 to 4
weeks will be playing golf in a supervised setting.  The fee
includes instruction, range balls, green fees, use of pull carts,
and loaner equipment as needed. Call 216-641-1864 for more
information.

Junior Clinics (Ages 6 - 17) 200JR Series Fundamental
instruction for entry level and beginner level junior golfers.
Loaner clubs provided as needed. Call 216-641-1864 for more
information.One day "Super" clinic at Washington Golf
Course is designed for beginning and intermediate juniors to get
hands-on instruction. Each junior will rotate through full-swing,
pitching, chipping and putting stations.In the three-day clinics, a
different fundamental is covered each day.

Cadet Junior Golf League with Instruction - 300JR
Series   Golfers, ages 8 to 14 with skills above
entry level up to intermediate level, will spend an hour covering
the swing & striking the ball and how to play the game. 
Then, they play 9 holes of golf with supervision, utilizing a
�shotgun start� format.  Included is the league registration,
instruction, use of range balls, and green fees.  Hand carts
are optional and not included.  All participants need to have
their own set of clubs.  

Junior Golf Learn-n-Leagues 300JR Series Registration
starts Saturday, March 17 at 8 a.m. These 6-week programs are
designed for serious junior golfers who want to take their games to
the next level. The program starts with about an hour of
instruction & practice. Each week a different part of the game
will be featured.  Participants will finish playing 9 holes of
supervised golf. Fee includes instruction, range balls, green fees,
and hand carts.  Call 216-641-1864 for more information.

Little Birdie Class - Series 200 This 5-week class is
designed for parents seeking to get their toddlers, ages 3 to 5, in
the game of golf. This introductory class will give parent and
child the basics in putting, chipping, pitching, and the full
swing. Equipment and experience is not necessary. For children ages
3-5. A maximum of 32 students per class. For more information call,
440-526-0043.

Junior Day Camp (Ages 8 - 17) 500 Series These
five-day camps for young golfers will include instruction,
etiquette, rules, playing and on-course experiences. Juniors should
bring a packed lunch (optional lunch provided through the Back 9
Grill at Seneca for $25/week). Extended care ($25 per week) is
available for children arriving at 8 a.m. and/or staying until 5
p.m. Call Washington at 216-641-1864 or Seneca at 440-526-0043 for
more information.

For more information and to register, and for a complete
�Academy of Golf� program schedule and instructor profiles, call
440-232-7247 or visit clevelandmetroparks.com.

Kids will learn golf basics on and off the course with the
�Academy of Golf� of Cleveland Metroparks - part of your
life, naturally.

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