NEWBURGH-ON-YTHAN LAUNCH DRIVE TO ATTRACT JUNIOR MEMBERS

By BRIAN CUMMING
Newburgh-on-Ythan GC junior convener
Newburgh-on-Ythan Golf Club is currently focusing efforts on attracting junior members and anyone interested in joining the section will find they are made to feel very welcome. 
The club possesses excellent facilities for junior golfers including a 6-hole par 3 course, large practice putting green as well as the championship course itself.

There are a variety of membership packages for junior golfers and fees have been set at very competitive rates. And for under 12’s membership is totally free. This will also allow under 12’s to play nine holes on the big course with their dads if their dads are members.

Club golf is the national coaching scheme designed to provide every child in Scotland with an introduction to golf.  The club has re-instated this scheme and now has a collection of Level 1 volunteer golf coaches who have been trained by the Professional Golfers Association (PGA).  The first coaching session takes place on Sunday 22 April 2012 at 3pm.  This will be a 10-week block right up to the summer holidays.

Kids are welcome to try the first session to see if they like golf.

There is a dedicated junior night on Sundays when competitions will be held and golfers can work towards obtaining and improving their handicaps.  Coaching from our PGA Pro, Ian Bratton and our licensed clubgolf coaches will also be available.

The club also has an Open day this Sunday. Come along and try the course and take advantage of our joining incentive on the day.

Further information can be obtained from the Professional or Club Secretary at 01358 789058 (secretary @newburghgolfclub.co.uk).