georgia golf central Since Bobby Jones Golf Course (BJGC)
– a public course in Atlanta – was renovated four years ago, it has become one of the leading trendsetters in the industry. From a first-of-its-kind 9-hole course
to a mission to grow the game in all aspects for everyone, BJGC has continuously looked for ways to think differently and create unique experiences for the public. Here are the trends that BJGC has been sure to focus on throughout its growth and development: 1. Revolutionary 9-Hole Golf Course BJGC boasts a unique reversible course with 9 holes featuring multiple tee and pin combinations
and large double greens. The design allows for a new experience each time. With current golf trends moving beyond the norm of the 18-hole model, BJGC was and still is ahead of the curve with its first-ofits kind course. As an inspiration for others, the course is still evolving after four years. 2. Adaptive Golf BJGC has made it a mission to make golf accessible to everyone. The golf course was intentionally designed to be 100% adaptable and accessible for disabled golfers: greens, tees, and bunkers all have a zero-degree entry point. The course also has an adaptive golf cart fleet, and instructors are certified for adaptive golf teaching. BJGC works closely with the Shepherd Center, a nonprofit hospital that focuses on the research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injuries, acquired brain injuries, M.S., chronic pain and other neuromuscular problems to offer these special opportunities to golfers. 3. The Next Generation of Golfers Bobby Jones Golf Course offers special programs for junior golfers and has become quite popular among the golf youth of Atlanta – with kids affectionately referring to the course as “The Bob.” The innovative reversible golf course appeals to younger generations because it’s so different. Not to mention, Bobby Jones Golf Course
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