2008 Wine & Nine Graduates (First Class)!

Wine & Nine

"The most popular golf program Val Halla has ever put together!"

"I was shopping in Falmouth the other day and heard two ladies talking in the store about the Wine and Nine at Val Halla..."

"We loved Level I, please develop a Level II"...call it "Cosmo's and Nine..."

"We were hoping for 12 ladies and 73 signed up!"

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Core Program Description:  Wine & Nine is a mid-week, after-work program targeted at "occasional women golfers."  The goal of this program is to overcome barriers encountered by women who are not avid golfers; hone your skills through lessons and clinics; play golf with other occasional golfers; and network…all over a glass of wine!  Join as an individual or gather up some friends and join as a group!   

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Thanks to everyone who completed the Wine & Nine Survey this winter.  56 of 105 surveys were completed and we are incorporating your comments into program changes for 2010. 

 

 

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 2010 Wine & Nine Programs

What level do I sign-up for?

Level 1 - New to the Game Golf; Orientation, Instruction and Play (See Lesson Plans at Bottom of Page)

Level 2 - Somewhat New to Golf; Instruction and Play (See Lesson Plans at Bottom of Page)

Level 3 - Independent Golfer; Play with On-Course Game Suggestions

When are the programs offered?

June-July

• Tuesday, June 8th thru Tuesday, July 6th - Level 1
• Wednesday, June 9th thru Wednesday, July 7th - Level 2
• Thursday, June 10th thru Thursday, July 8th - Level 3

July-August

• Tuesday, July 27th thru Tuesday, August 24th - Level 1
• Wednesday, July 28th thru Wednesday, August 25th - Level 2
• Thursday, July 29th thru Thursday, August 26th - Level 3

How do I sign up?

We will be offering on-line sign-up through PayPal.  Everyone must sign up on-line as we are trying to control "party crashers."  :)  We are working to keep our ratios 6:1.  Six students to one instructor.  Keeping this ratio, particularly in level 1 & 2, is important to keep the learning fresh!

Click on the following dates to register:

• Tuesday, June 8th - Level 1 - Limit of 18 golfers
• Wednesday, June 9th - Level 2 - Limit of 18 golfers
• Thursday, June 10th - Level 3 - Limit of 24 golfers

• Tuesday, July 27th - Level 1 - Limit of 18 golfers
• Wednesday, July 28th - Level 2 - Limit of 18 golfers
• Thursday, July 29th - Level 3 - Limit of 24 golfers

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This is meant to be fun, informative and an opportunity to meet other occasional golfers!    

 

Instructors:  Brian Bickford, Head Golf Professional, Paul Adler, Director of Instruction, and Brad Leighton, Assistant Golf Professional 

Location:  Val Halla Golf Course

Fee:  $89/Session (Same as 2009)

Other:  Viking Grill is open before and after class for your dining pleasure.

Clubs:  It is expected that you have your own clubs, however, we may be able to provide a couple sets if there is a need.  Also, before you buy clubs, please email bbickford@pga.com with any questions prior to buying clubs.

 

         

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Level 1 - Lesson Plans:

 

 

 

• Week 1 will be a lengthy orientation and discussion of barriers women face before arriving at the course; where to go once you arrive at the course; intimidation faced on the course; and what to do after a round of golf.  We will discuss everything from making tee times to common rules of golf you need know. 
• Week 2 is a short-game clinic on the putting green. 
• Week 3 is a long-game clinic on the driving range. 
• Week 4 & 5 we will split into groups and take our game onto the course. 
• Each session will end with feedback, possible problems encountered and discussion over a glass of wine. 

Level 2 - Lesson Plans:

• Week 1 will be a refresher of Level I and discussion about "areas for improvement."  We will hold class on both the putting green and driving range.
• Week 2 we will split into groups and play golf.
• Week 3 we will head back to the putting green and driving range to work on "areas for improvement."
• Week 4 we will split into groups and play golf.
• Week 5 is meant to be "your time" to select either playing or an area of concentration for continued improvement (more one-on-one lesson time).

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