July/August Newsletter 2020 | Dallas Athletic Club

DAC NEWS

JULY / AUGUST 2020

DALLAS ATHLETIC CLUB A Premier Country Club Experience www. dalla sathleti c c lub .o rg

In This Issue President’s Letter..................................................... 3

Event Calendar...................................................................8

Membership News.................................................4

Social Events........................................................................... 9

Course Conditions & Golf Events.................. 5 Revised Golf Schedules.......................................6 Tennis Events...........................................................7

Fitness News......................................................................... 10 Junior Camps & Swim Lessons..................................11

Management Team

Board of Directors - 2020/2021

General Manager Brent Burkhart bburkhart@dacstaff.org

Golf Director Lance Patterson lpatterson@dacstaff.org

President Warren Sibley

Executive Assistant Pat Stevens pstevens@dacstaff.org

Golf Course Superintendent Kevin Nettles knettles@dacstaff.org

Catering & Events Manager Stephanie Fisher sfisher@dacstaff.org

Massage & Wellness Galen Flemons gcflemons@gmail.com

Communications Director Kelsey Bohlman kbohlman@dacstaff.org

Membership Director Cari Cunningham ccunningham@dacstaff.org

Controller Cassie Thames cthames@dacstaff.org

Retail Director Bridget Bartlett bbartlett@dacstaff.org

Executive Chef Mark Ellis mellis@dacstaff.org

Service Director Isis Marquez imarquez@dacstaff.org

Fitness Director Jeff Hoke fitness@dacstaff.org

Tennis Director Patrick Fitzgerald pfitzgerald@dacstaff.org

Food & Beverage Director Phil Callahan pcallahan@dacstaff.org

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Treasurer & Finance Chairman Jay Lowenberg First Vice President & Golf and Grounds Chairman Lance Lane Second Vice President & Membership Committee Chairman Laura Adams

Scholarship Committee Chairman Jay Lowenberg Board Members: Jerome Anderson Paul Broome Douglas Day Robert Doane Don Gafner Terry Jarvis Robert Manor Stephen Mayfield

Secretary & House Committee Chairman Jimmie Dale Governance Committee Chairman Mike Lee Strategic Planning Committee Chairman Charlie Milner

Email the Board of Directors: | boardofdirectors@dacstaff.org

A Letter from the President Warren Sibley In the middle of a hectic summer, as life ramps back up to “normal”, activities resume, and schedules fill, I’ve felt the overwhelming need to say, “thank you” to so many people. Thank you to the moms and dads who persevered with us as we tried (then failed, tried and failed again, then kept trying) to implement some sort of reservation system - on the fly - to allow for pool usage, while abiding by ever-changing guidelines. Thank you to the golfers who played in the midst of some of our heaviest sustained usage in recent memory, while at the same time dealt with cups sticking out of the ground, having to walk, single rider carts, no fivesomes, no range balls, no practice facility, no guests, “don’t touch the flag”, “where’s the rake?”, and more. Thank you to the tennis players who had to deal with no leagues, no water, no pros, no doubles, and all the worry about how to space and find your tennis balls. Thank you to all our regular groups of card players, early morning coffee drinkers, 19th-hole revelers, Wednesday night family dinners, and fitness facility users who had their routines upended. A huge thank you to all our employees who continue to come to work in the middle of a pandemic and maintain the high level of service we’ve grown to appreciate.

Lastly, thank you to our executive staff for their ingenuity, creative ideas, and stick-to-itiveness which allowed us to set the standard for other clubs in our area, keep our workers employed, and our Club open.

I realize we are not “out of the woods”. Covid isn’t going anywhere. Undoubtedly, we will have new guidelines that will temporarily change how we do things and cause us to alter our plans. We will do our best to keep you informed and updated.

As a Board, we will continue to look to the future and strategize on ways to upgrade our facilities, improve our service, and enhance your Club experience. Plans and conceptual drawings for capital improvements are on-going and exciting.

We hope to bring you scale drawings of significant improvements we are planning for the Club in the near future. Although it has been delayed, we had our annual Board retreat last week. We spent the entire day reviewing the last year and looking ahead to the years to come. We met with all the executive staff, our golf course consultant, clubhouse architect and chart a course for the coming months and years. In the middle of the craziest of times, Dallas Athletic Club is poised for some of its best years ever.

Thanks again,

Warren Sibley President

CONGRATULATIONS! Mr. Scott Johnson and his son, Morgan took the title in the Golfweek Father-Son on the Honda Classic Course in West Palm. The duo shot 5 under for the two days in the version of alternate shot called Chapman.

Mr. Scott Johnson states that he “hit the best shot I’ve hit in 30 years on 18 off Morgan’s drive.” They ended up beating a mini tour pro and his Dad in a playoff.

Congratulations to Mr. Johnson and his son, Morgan!

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FROM THE DESK OF CARI CUNNINGHAM Do we have the correct e-mail and contact information for you and your family members? Have you recently moved, changed your phone number or perhaps had a new addition to your family?

We need to have a current and updated membership database to be able to keep you well informed, whether it be relevant membership information or important upcoming event details, we want to keep you in the loop!

By having the correct information on file, we can better reach targeted interested groups to ensure that you are receiving what is meaningful to you! You can also now opt-in to interest groups that you wish to receive communications. First,

visit your profile on the website and scroll to the “Member Interests” section and select “Edit.”

Check all that interests you and save; it’s that simple! You will be on your way to receiving information from the club that is interesting and relevant to you!

If you were once receiving e-mails and are no longer, it could be that we do not have the correct information on file or you may have opted-out by mistake. Please feel free to call me if you need to add or delete information on your profile.

Wishing you a safe and Happy Fourth of July and wonderful summer!

Cheers,

Cari Cunningham

Membership Director ccunningham@dacstaff.org

Money Talks

Summer time is upon us and we wanted to let you know of one upcoming change on your Club statements. If you are a golf member, on your July 31 statement we will be combining your membership dues and range fees into a single line item. Since range fees are a required fee for golf members, the change will help streamline your recurring monthly club fees.

My team and I are always available to answer any questions that you may have regarding your statement changes and payment options, please feel free to give us a call or send us an email.

Enjoy the summer and Happy 4th of July.

Cassie Thames

Controller cthames@dacstaff.org

Amy Pinto

Accounts Payable apinto@dacstaff.org

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Christine Mejia

Accounts Receivable cmejia@dacstaff.org

KEVIN NETTLES, SUPERINTENDENT COURSE CONDITIONS We continue to see excellent course conditions as we move into our summer months. You may wonder what contributes to these great course conditions. On our fairways, there are several factors that have added to the quality. These factors include the aggressive top dress program we began late last summer, and the replacement of our ten-year-old fairway mowers with new mowers that have technologically advanced precise cut features. We also experienced a few weeks earlier this spring where there were no carts on the courses due to the pandemic, and another factor to weigh in is that there have been no outside events.

On the greens, we tested for fungus, nematodes,

and percolation which have resulted in modifications to our programs. Even though the number of rounds has not decreased, players are spending less time on the greens due to not having to tend the flags. The roughs have also been in much better conditions than previous years. The lack of cart use for a few weeks’ factors into these conditions. However, I believe that the new cart fleet received in May has made cart traffic less detrimental than we have seen in the past, due to the lighter weight lithium batteries.

The tree removal program that we completed last winter also factors in, as well as the planting of sod in many of the areas that the sunlight was unable to reach due to the trees growing so closely together.

This July you will see us out topdressing our fairways once again.

During this process, we will be closing nine holes on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Keep an eye out for communications about this process, as well as what holes and when they will be closed.

WGA Playdays

TAYLORMADE FITTING DAY Wednesday, July 8 Fittings can be scheduled between 11 am and 4 pm online or through the Golf Pro Shop.

2 July 23 wJuly w WGA Toss Even WGA Spring into Summer Fling July 9 wWGA 1-2-3 July 30 w Best Ball WGA Wet Holes wJuly16 WGA Secret 9

Contact Shelly Davis or the Golf Shop to sign up!

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Revised 2020 MGA Schedule Four-Man Drop Out Scramble Friday, July 17 1:00 pm | Gold Course

Member-Member

Make Bunker Play Simpler...

Lance Patterson, Director of Golf There are lots of different types of bunker shots you can learn to play and there are lots that I can teach you. The one that I found that is the most important bunker shot to teach is the one that ends up on the green.

Bunker shots can be intimidating; big lips, deep bunkers, water on the other side of the green, oh sheesh!

So let’s make this simple, it’s mostly about the setup.

Holding your sand wedge in front of you, turn the face open about 20 degrees, then take your grip.

Get into your stance with the ball way forward, opposite the heel of your front foot. Then, set a little more weight on your front side, keep your hands even with the clubhead. You

want the shaft to be straight up and down.

Make a half backswing, then really spank the sand two to three inches behind the ball. Here’s the visual: You’re throwing the sand and ball out of the bunker together. It’s easy and it works.

One of the big issues on bunker shots is, people think they’re supposed to cut across the ball when you do that, but you lose the sliding action of the club.

Why? Because that action comes from the face being open, and it’s hard to hold the face open when it’s cutting to the left. Swing out to your target, like on a normal pitch shot.

It’s that easy!

Friday & Saturday, August 14-15 1:00 pm Blue Course 9:00 am Gold Course

Heaven & Hell

Four-Man Teams Friday, September 18 1:00 pm | Blue Course

Podnas

Friday & Saturday, November 6-7 12:00 pm Gold Course 10:00 am Blue Course

Revised 2020 WGA Schedule Spring into Summer Fling Thursday, July 23

Member-Member

Wednesday & Thursday, September 9-10

Senior Classic

Wednesday & Thursday, September 23-24

Club Championship

Friday-Sunday, October 2-4

WGA Guest Day

Thursday, October 15

WGA/WTA Race for the Cure Friday, October 30

Solheim Cup

Thursday, November 5 (Pairing Party November 4)

WGA Christmas Luncheon/Awards Friday, December 11

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Events From the Courts Patrick Fitzgerald, Tennis Director

MTA Sneaks & Cleats

Saturday, July 25 A competition that brings the best of both of DAC’s greatest assets; Tennis and Golf! Points are earned in tennis and golf with the winner having the highest total score.

Fun for all players!

SPOTS OPEN FOR JULY JUNIOR TENNIS CAMP!

DAC Frying Pan Mixer

Friday, August 7 Members challenge the pros with the pros play with frying pans! Fun to play, fun to watch!

The DAC Summer Tennis camps are a good way to be introduced to the great game.

All tennis drills and activities are catered to the camper’s age and ability level.

DATES & TIMES July 7 - 10 July 14 - 17 July 21 - 24 9:00 - 11:30 am for Children 5 - 9 (Beginners) 12:30 - 3:00 pm for Children 10 & Up (Advanced)

SIGN UP TODAY!

WTA Bingo Night

Wednesday, August 26 A fun, social night of bingo.

Sometimes paired with the WGA. No tennis play at this event.

2020 DAC Pro-Am

September 25 - 27 A great weekend of competitive tennis with members paired with pros from around the area. Partner pairing on Friday Night, with tennis play all day Saturday and Sunday!

The time you attend is determined by age and ability. If you have questions on which class to attend, please contact the Tennis Shop at 972-279-1549.

CAMP FEES Tennis Camp: $235 per child/week Snack and Water will be provided.

Due to COVID-19 there will be no pool and no lunch provided.

Contact the Tennis Pro Shop for more information!

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July & August 2020 S U N DAY

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Body Burn Power Core Barre 9

Junior Golf / Tennis Camps

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Power Core

Yoga

Body Burn Complimentary S’mores Poolside Begins every Tuesday

Boot Camp TaylorMade Fitting Day

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NICKLAUS CUP

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2020 NICKLAUS CUP Body Burn Power Core Barre

Spin Correctives WGA 1-2-3 Best Ball

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14 MGA MEMBER-MEMBER

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Body Burn Power Core Barre 27

Spin Correctives

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Body Burn Power Core Barre

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26 Yoga Boot Camp WTA Bingo Night

7 Body Burn Power Core Barre DAC Frying Pan Mixer International Beer Day

Spin Correctives

Yoga Boot Camp

25 Power Core Body Burn

Club Events Golf Tennis Fitness/Massage Aquatics Youth Activities Club Open/Closed

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25 MTA Sneaks & Cleats

Body Burn Power Core Barre National Tequila Day

Spin Correctives WGA Wet Holes

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Power Core Body Burn

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Spin Correctives WGA Spring into Summer Fling

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Body Burn Power Core Barre MGA Four-Man Drop Out Scramble

Spin Correctives WGA Secret 9

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Body Burn Power Core Barre

Complimentary S’Mores Poolside Every Tuesday Evening Beginning July 7

National Tequila Day Friday, July 24 Celebrate All Day Margarita Specials House Margarita - $4 Top-Shelf Margarita - $5 Paloma Margarita - $5 Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita - $5 Fresh Squeezed Skinny Margarita - $5

International Beer Day Friday, August 7 $2 Draught Beers All Day Long!

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DAC Partners with FitnessOnDemand for Digital Fitness Offering Jeff Hoke, Fitness Director We are excited to announce a new partnership with FitnessOnDemand, the leader in on-demand fitness and wellness content and classes. The deal makes the best curated fitness content in the world now instantly available to our members in-studio.

Today that is all about choice and total convenience for members. Digital fitness content and classes that can be selected at a time in their busy schedules that work best for them or the ability to try a new workout or fitness activity at the club before signing up for a live instructor class.

Through the partnership DAC club members will have immediate access to popular and new content from the world’s leading fitness experts and globally recognized brands. These include Jillian Michaels, SH1FT, Zumba, Daily Burn, Plyoga and more. Content covers everything from high intensity workouts to functional fitness for strength and mobility to wind down, stretching and relaxation after a long day or an in-club workout.

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Vist us online at the Club website for Fitness Programs & Class Schedules www.dallasathleticclub.org

SWIM LESSONS Swim Lessons are still available! Lessons will continue Tuesday-Thursday through July. Here are the options: Private Swim Lessonsfor swimmers who are independent in the water looking for strengthening/learning the different strokes. $50 per 30 minute session

JUNIOR GOLF CAMP AGES 6- 13

Semi Private Lessons- for swimmers who are independent in the water looking for strengthening/learning the different strokes with a peer/ family member. $45 per swimmer per 45 minute session Private Swim Lessons with a family memberwe are offering a contact free swim lesson option for swimmers who need to gain independence and confidence in the water. Swimmers will have a family member join them in the water to be advised by your instructor. $40 per 30 minute session Semi Private Lessons with a family membercontact free swim lesson option for swimmers who need to gain independence and confidence in the water with a family member(s) to join them in the water to be advised by your instructor $30 per swimmer per 45 minute session Sign up with your instructor: Sarah Tanco

STanco@DacStaff.org 214-924-1168

Reese Delfeld

ReeseDelfeld@gmail.com 214-734-8319

Most junior programs are incomplete. That’s why the DAC Summer Junior Golf Camp uses the Operation 36 Development Model which centers around playing golf. The goal is to help your junior shoot par (36) or better for 9 holes.

2020 SUMMER CAMP DATES & TIMES July 7 - 10 | Match July 12 July 14 - 17 | Match July 19 July 21 - 24 | Match July 26 Camp Sessions will begin at 9 am and conclude at 11 am.

Matches will have a Shotgun Start of 4:30 pm.

CAMP FEES

Golf Camp: $235 per child/week A hat, shirt, and snack will be provided.

Due to COVID-19 there will be no pool, no lunch, and no guests allowed.

Enroll your junior in the DAC Junior Golf Summer Camp and track their progress with the Op 36 app!

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HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE Tuesday - Sunday......................... ... 7:00 am - Close

FITNESS FACILITY Tuesday - Saturday.................. 5:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday......................................... 6:00 am - 10:00 pm

19TH HOLE Tuesday - Thursday...........................10:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday - Sunday................................10:00am - Close

TENNIS PRO SHOP Tuesday - Thursday.................. 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday...................... 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Sunday......................................... 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

9 1/2 SNACK BAR Tuesday - Friday...........................10:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday.........................................7:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday............................................ 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

GOLF PRO SHOP Tuesday - Friday....................... 7:30 am - 7:00 pm Saturday - Sunday................... 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

KITCHEN & DINING ROOM Tuesday - Thursday..................... 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday............................................... 11:00 am - 10:00 pm Saturday......................................... 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday............................................ 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

CONTACT NUMBERS CLUBHOUSE....................................972-279-3671

GOLF SHOP......................................972-279-6517 TENNIS SHOP..................................972-279-1549 DallasAthleticClub.org facebook.com/dallasathleticclub twitter.com/DallasAthClub