PAH Family Guide 2016

2016

PA L O A LT O H I L L S G O L F A N D C O U N T R Y C L U B

Family Guide

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CONTENTS

Family Guide’16

INSIDE 3 Junior Golf

9 Junior Tennis

11 Aquatics/Sharks Swim Team 15 Summer Camp 19 Family Events 21 PNO & Sundae Funday 23 Movie Nights & Mini Camps 24 Tween Nights 25 Youth Series 29 2016 Events at a Glance 1

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INTRODUCTION

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he Family Guide is the ultimate resource for all youth and family activities at Palo Alto Hills. There’s a whole year of fun planned for kids of all ages to enjoy either on their own or with the whole family. Don’t miss any of the returning favorites and be sure to try out the new attractions added for 2016!

Get the PDF version of our Family Guide at www.pahgcc.com for information about all of our programming while you’re on the go.

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JUNIOR GOLF

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ur mission is to provide Junior Members access to the game of golf through a program that builds character values, offers a fun and safe experience and instills confidence through personal achievement.

Children and grandchildren of Members, ages 6-12 are eligible to participate in the Junior Golf Program. There are three five-week sessions offered during the year.

Students are grouped using a colored hat system. Each hat level has a specific curriculum designed to teach students the basic elements of the full swing, short game, putting, rules and etiquette.

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SESSION

SESSION DATES

REGISTRATION DATE

SESSION COST RED HAT

SESSION COST BLUE/BLACK HAT

Proprietary: $150

Proprietary: $225

YP & Social: $200

YP & Social: $275

Proprietary: March 13 1

Week of April 19 to week of May 17

Young Professional: March 18 Social: March 20 Proprietary: May 8

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Week of May 24 to week of June 21

Young Professional: May 13 Social: May 15 Proprietary: July 31

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Week of August 16 to week of September 20

Annual Membership Fee

Young Professional: August 5 Social: August 7 A one-time fee of $125 per child covers the cost of uniforms (Hat, Polo & Short/Skort) as well as materials used during the program.

All remaining proceeds go directly into the Junior Golf Program.

Test Days

Students will have the opportunity to test up to the next level on three occasions throughout the year, independent of the scheduled Junior Golf sessions.

• Test Day #1: Wednesday, April 6, 4:00pm • Test Day #2: Wednesday, June 29, 4:00pm • Test Day #3: Last week of class, September 20-22, 4:00pm PALO ALTO H I LL S

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CLASS LEVELS LEVEL

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DESCRIPTION

Red Hats Ages 6-8

• Entry level class with basic elements of golf.

• Includes, but not limited to, grip, posture, balance, basic golf terminology, rules, etiquette and safety.

• No testing required to participate.

Red & White Hats Ages 6-8

• Second level of instruction for the beginning golfer.

• Students must pass the Red Hat test or be evaluated and approved by Golf Shop staff to be eligible.

Blue Hats Ages 6-10

• Reinforces the instructional content of the Red Hat group.

• Delves into additional basic/intermediate concepts and aspects of golf.

• Students are required to pass the Red & White Hat test to advance the Blue Hat level or been evaluated and approved by Golf Shop staff.

Blue & White Hats Ages 8-12

• Designed for intermediate junior golfers with a functional knowledge of basic golf swing concepts, rules & etiquette.

• Focus is getting students “golf course ready”.

• Students will begin to use the knowledge learned previously to successfully play golf with less supervision.

• Intermediate concepts are introduced such as the rules of golf, pace of play, cause and effect and golf course etiquette.

• To enroll, students are required to pass the Blue Hat test as well as submit three signed 9-hole scorecards from any Blue PGA/ U.S. Kids Family Tees from any golf course to participate in the Blue/White hat class or been evaluated and approved by Golf Shop staff.

Black Hats Ages 8-12

• For intermediate/advanced junior golfers.

• Ideally, students at this level are playing, following and practicing golf regularly on their own.

• Building on the foundation of previous classes, instruction delves deeper into intermediate/advanced golf concepts. Course management and strategy introduced enabling students to obtain lower scores.

• More individualized and specific to each student’s needs. Self-reliance and independence are strongly emphasized.

• Black Hat students should have the ability to play golf under adult supervision within the pace of play guidelines.

• Students wishing to enroll are required to pass the Blue & White Hat test, establish a USGA GHIN number as well as submit three signed 9-hole scorecards with a score lower than 45 from any Blue PGA/ U.S. Kids Family Tees from any golf course or been evaluated and approved by Golf Shop staff.

Black & White Hats Ages 10-12

• Designed for advanced/ competitive junior golfers who have made golf a priority and seeking to continually improve and advance to the next level.

• Main focus is lowering scores and preparing for competitive golf.

• Ideally, this golfer has the desire to successfully compete in junior golf association tournaments as well as our own Junior Club Team (travel team).

• Little supervision should be required and students should have a better than average concept of all aspects related to the game.

• Students wishing to enroll are required to pass the Black Hat test, have a USGA index of 30.0 or lower and submit 9 scorecards from any USGA rated tees from any golf course or been evaluated and approved by Golf Shop staff.

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Summer Golf Camps

For students that may be on vacation for much of the summer and cannot make the commitment to a 5-week Junior Golf session, we are offering four one-week summer camps. All the instruction that is normally spread out over five weeks will be condensed into three two-hour classes on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 3-5pm. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to play a few holes on the course on Friday afternoon at the end of the camp.

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Golf Camp 1: Tuesday, July 19 to Friday, July 22 Golf Camp 2: Tuesday, July 26 to Friday, July 29 Golf Camp 3: Tuesday, August 2 to Friday, August 5 Golf Camp 4: Tuesday, August 9 to Friday, August 12

Summer Golf Camps are only available for the Blue Hats or higher due to the length of the camps and the intensity of the instruction schedule. Depending on instructor availability, the capacity for each week will be 12 students. Placement in the Summer Golf Camps will be a lottery system. Parents will prioritize which weeks they prefer when registering for the Junior Golf Program in March; each student will be guaranteed admission into at least one week of camp.

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JUNIOR GOLF TEAM Bay Cities Junior Golf Team

Palo Alto Hills is part of the Bay Cities League of Junior Golfers, the premier junior golf league in the nation. The league has offered a competitive atmosphere for Bay Area junior golfers since 1967. Our Club plays against teams from Los Altos, Saratoga, La Rinconada, Silver Creek Valley, Almaden and Pasatiempo golf clubs. The team is open to all junior golfers from all membership types that meet the following criteria: • • • •

Must have the ability to walk 18 holes Must be able to play from the Men’s or Women’s Tees Must have “better than average” knowledge of the rules of golf Enjoy playing in a competitive atmosphere

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Must have the ability to shoot less than 100 for 18 holes Can handle themselves properly on the golf course with little supervision Must be available to play every Saturday during June and July Will not reach the age of 21 before January 1, 2016

The roster to participate in the matches is determined by qualifying scores and is updated regularly throughout the season. Qualifying for the ladder begins in April and matches start at the beginning of June. The Top 8 available players on the ladder will be in the starting lineup and we can bring up to 4 additional players to each match. The cost to participate is $100 and includes a team uniform and lunch for each match. Please contact Joe Dolby (jdolby@pahgcc.net) for any additional information.

X-Golf Palo Alto

X-Golf is a group instruction model developed by Golf Digest Top 40 Under 40 Instructor Chris Mayson of Maderas Golf Club in San Diego that we are implementing here at Palo Alto Hills. It is a year-long program designed for students who are at least 12 years old, have reached or exceeded the Black Hat level in the Junior Golf Program and are looking to develop their skills in a competitive group atmosphere. Classes are 60 minutes in length and consist of learning one specific skill and then testing it in a fun competition with the other students in the class. Parents and students can download the X-Golf app for iPhone and Android to see the schedule of upcoming classes and track past performance. The cost to participate is $100 per month per student and includes unlimited class attendance.

Classes will be offered 2-3 times per week depending on the time of year. There is no limit to the number of students who can attend. For more information about the program, please visit www.x-golf.net or contact Joe Dolby.

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JUNIOR GOLF EVENTS Family Golf Tournament & Dinner

Sunday, July 24 The Parent Child Tournament is a fun way for juniors and parents to compete in a tournament together in an alternate shot format. Students in the Red and Red & White Hat levels play 3 holes. Students in the Blue and Blue & White levels play 6 holes. The competition takes place on the Front 9 from the Gold Junior Tees starting at 4:00pm. Dinner is provided for all participants following play and prizes and awards are distributed as well.

Junior Club Championship

Saturday, August 13 Tee Times from 1:00-3:00pm A stroke play competition for juniors ages 10-21 with competitors divided into three flights by age and ability.

Junior Club Championship Flight

Details

Participants

Championship

18 Holes Boys play 4 Tree Tees Girls play 2 Tree Tees

Designed for advanced golfers from ages 14 and older. The winner will be declared the Junior Club Champion and have their name inscribed on the perpetual trophy.

Masters

18 Holes Boys play 3 Tree Tees Girls play 1 Tree Tees

Designed for advanced golfers from ages 11-13

US Open

9 Holes Boys and Girls play from the Gold Junior Tees

Designed for advanced golfers ages 9-11 who have reached or exceeded the Blue & White Hat level in the Junior Golf Program

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JUNIOR TENNIS

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he Palo Alto Hills Junior Tennis program offers two tennis professionals, Bob Jaeger & Eric Barry. Their efforts focus on technique development when introducing or improving this lifelong sport to children of all tennis abilities. The junior program is categorized by age and level of experience. Please use the chart to find the appropriate class. If you have any questions, please contact the Acqua Spa & Fitness desk at 650-917-5141.

LEVEL

DESCRIPTION

Tiny Tots Ages 4-6

Bring children for an energetic and fun 30 minute class that introduces them to the game of tennis. This class is for the very young who want to come to the Club and start developing hand eye coordination using tennis related drills and games.

Bronze Team Ages: 6-8 (Orange Ball, 36’ Service Line Court)

Silver Team Ages 9-10 (Green Dot Ball, 60’ Blue Line Court)

Gold Team Ages 11 & Up (Yellow Ball, 78’ Full Court)

Junior Excellence Training (Invitation Only)

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This group will focus on the fundamentals using basic drills and games. Major emphasis will be on forehand and backhand ground strokes along with the service motion. Scoring will be introduced. Softer balls and smaller court sizes will be used.

Eight year olds may pick this level or the Silver level depending on their physical size, prior tennis experience and level of coordination.

This group is for beginning and intermediate level players to cover the fundamentals with drills and basic match play. Forehand and backhand ground strokes, serve, some spinning of the ball and net play are regular components of this class. Fun games and match play will close out each lesson.

This 90 minute group is for beginning and intermediate level players and will cover all areas of the game including first & second serves, topspin ground strokes and net play. Point situation drills will be used in addition to lots of minutes pounding balls off the ball machine to groove strokes. Fun games and match play will close out each lesson.

This 2-hour practice is for the serious intermediate to advanced level player who wants to work hard to improve their game. All spins on ground strokes and serves are developed. Drills will be used to strengthen the student’s ability to place the ball with the appropriate trajectory and ball speeds in order to dictate play. Games and match play with a strong focus on singles and doubles strategy and shot selection will close out each lesson. Perfect for tournament players and students who are going to be or are playing on high school teams.

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AFTER SCHOOL TENNIS – SPRING & FALL

Eric Barry will be on the courts in this after school program. If a class time is not convenient, Eric may be able to offer a group or private lesson for Members and their Guests on a different weekday schedule. For weekend instruction contact tennis pro, Bob Jaeger.

Spring & Fall Dates: - You pick the day(s) GROUP

DAYS

TIME

COST

Tiny Tots

T or TH

3:30-4:00pm

$120 Per Session

Bronze

T or TH

4:00-5:00pm

$240 Per Session

Silver

T or TH

5:00-6:00pm

$240 Per Session

SESSIONS

PRO

Spring: Apr 5-May 26 Fall: Sep 13-Nov 10

Eric Barry

SUMMER TENNIS

Bob Jaeger will be on the courts to inspire juniors to make tennis their favorite sport. Listed below are nine weeks of summer sessions to choose from that will fit around your summer travel schedule. If a class time is not convenient, Bob can tailor a camp, group lesson or private lesson for Members and their Guests.

Summer Dates: Nine Weekly Sessions - You pick the week(s) GROUP

DAYS

TIME

COST

Bronze

M&W

1:30-2:30pm

$60 Per Week

Silver

T or TH

1:30-2:30pm

$60 Per Week

Gold

M&W

2:30-4:00pm

$90 Per Week

Junior Exc

M, W & F

4:00-6:00pm

$180 Per Week

SESSIONS

PRO

Week #1: June 13-17 Week #2: June 20-24 Week #3: June 27-July 1 Week #4: July 4-8 Week #5: July 11-15 Week #6: July 18-22 Week #7: July 25-29 Week #8: Aug 1-5 Week #9: Aug 8-12

Bob Jaeger

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AQUATICS

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wimming is not just a summer past time.

Our pool is heated yearround at the perfect temperature for recreational or lap swimming. Aquatic activities are available for both adults and children.

JUNIOR & ADULT SWIM LESSON AND CLINICS

Swim lessons are available year round for children and adults of all ages and abilities. Whether it is your child’s first time swimming on their own or you want to master the butterfly, our qualified instructors can help reach goals while having fun! Lessons are available to Members, Member’s children, grandchildren and Guests and are based on instructor availability.

Book your lessons by calling the Acqua Spa & Fitness desk at 650-917-5141.

SWIM LESSON PRICING Private Semi Private (2 participants)

Group (3 or more participants)

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$35/30 minutes 5 Pack Private $150 $25 per person/ 30 minutes $20 per person/ 30 minutes

SHARKS

YEAR ROUND SWIM

Children and grandchildren of Members are welcome to participate in our year-round Junior Swim Team Program.

The summer season boasts daily practices, weekly swim competitions, team bonding events, and much more. During practices, swimmers devote time to technique of all four swim strokes, speed and endurance and dives and turns while making unforgettable memories! We have Pasta Feeds after Friday practices in the summer, great for swimmers to socialize and get psyched for the swim meets. After each meet, we will also continue the great tradition of BBQing at our home pool where families can bring their own food to grill. Don’t forget, the Sharks swim year-round!

Spring and fall practices are great for staying in shape and working on skills during the off season.

SWIM TEAM PRACTICE: SPRING AND FALL SCHEDULE Spring: February 22 – April 21 Fall: September 6 – November 17 PRACTICE TIMES

DESCRIPTION

Junior Sharks

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 4:45-5:15pm

A small group environment will help better prepare young swimmers for the Sharks team. Our goal is to have every Junior Sharks swimmer “graduate” to become a Shark swimmer!

Sharks

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 4:45-5:45pm

Swimmers in this group will have some level of swim team practice experience. The focus is on building strength and endurance during the off-season while also working on stroke technique.

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SWIM TEAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE: SUMMER SCHEDULE

May 2 - July 17

Junior Sharks (4 & Up)

Silver Group

Gold Group

Diving

PRACTICE TIMES

DESCRIPTION

Monday-Friday 3:45-4:15pm

A small group environment will help better prepare them for the Sharks team. Our goal is to have every Junior Sharks swimmer “graduate” to become a Shark swimmer.

Monday-Friday 4:00-5:00pm Saturday 9:00-11:00am

Monday-Friday 5:00-6:00pm Saturday 9:00-11:00am

Monday-Friday 4:00-5:00pm or 5:00-6:00pm & Saturday 9:00-11:00am

2016 MEET SCHEDULE DATE

EVENT

Saturday May 28

Practice Meet @ PAH 10:00am

Sunday, June 5

LAGCC @ PAH

Sunday, June 12

PGCC @ PAH

Sunday, June 19

PAH @ MCC

Sunday, June 26

PAH @ CIRC

Sunday, July 10

SHGCC @ PAH

Saturday, July 16

Championship Swim Meet

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Swimmers in this group will have some level of swim team practice experience. The focus is on building strength and endurance in every stroke through drills, multiple lengths and on deck coaching. Swimmers should be able to swim anywhere from 20-60 laps per practice.

Recommended age: 6-10 years old.

Gold Group swimmers are introduced to the basic training environment. The focus is on technique while introducing race strategy and basic interval training. The continuing improvement on stroke technique, starts, and turns are a focus every single day. A minimum of 60 laps per practice is expected. Recommended age: 11 & up, but please take into consideration current swimming level.

All ages and levels welcome.

SHARK EVENTS KICK OFF DINNER

Sunday, April 17 Kick off the season with a Sharks team dinner. This is a great chance for all swim team families to get to know one another, learn more about how our swim meets will work, and get a preview of the special Sharks activities for the season. We look forward to seeing the whole Sharks team there!!

END OF SEASON AWARDS DINNER

Sunday, July 17 Join us to help celebrate another great summer for the Sharks. We’ll finish the season with an awesome pool deck party after our last meet of the season. Dinner, dancing and awards are all included in this celebration of our beloved Sharks.

JUNIOR COACH CERTIFIED COURSE

New for 2016! Here is a perfect opportunity for Sharks who want to step into a new role for the summer swim season. The Junior Coaches program is designed for swimmers 15 ½-18 years old to become a role model and leader amongst their peers. They will assist the Head Coach and assistant coaches during practices and meets, lead team building activities and compete in the meets as well.

This is a Red Cross Lifeguard Certification course that requires participation over 4 weekends. Participants will be provided the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses. There are four areas of competencies that participants will need to test and pass in order to receive lifeguard certification.

4 weekend Course (Participants need to attend all 8 sessions) Saturdays and Sundays, 8:00am-4:30pm Saturday April 30 & Sunday May 1 Saturday May 7 & Sunday May 8 Saturday May 14 & Sunday May 15 Saturday May 21 & Sunday May 22 Certification Fee: $180. Includes Jr. Coaches Uniform shirt, Lifeguard materials and supplies for certification and all swim team fees.

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SUMMER CAMP

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ummers at the Club are fun for everyone.

We offer a variety of camps for all ages and interests.

Whether you have a 3 year old or 13 year old, we can keep them entertained for the summer at Palo Alto Hills. If you have questions when planning for summer camps at the Club, please contact the Acqua Spa & Fitness Desk at 650-917-5141 or fitness@pahgcc.net.

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CAMPS AT A GLANCE CAMP NAME

AGES

DATES & TIMES

PRICES PER SESSION

Mini Explorers

3-4

Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm

Weekly Rate: Member: $250 Member Guest: $280 Daily Rate: Member: $60, Member Guest: $70

Kidz Camp

5-8

Monday-Friday 9:00am-3:00pm

Member: $400 Member Guest: $430

Tween Camp

9-12

Monday-Friday 9:00am-3:00pm

Member: $350 Member Guest: $380

LIT Program (Leader In Training)

11 & Up

Monday-Friday 9:00am-3:00pm or 9:00am-1:00pm

Member: $250/$200 Member Guest: $280/$230 (Full Day/Half Day)

SESSION DATES Eight week-long sessions are offered for all camps.

SESSION

DATES

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June 13-17

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June 20-24

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June 27-July 1

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July 11-15

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July 18-22

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July 25-29

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August 1-5

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MINI EXPLORERS

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-12:00pm Mini Explores is designed to keep toddlers, ages 3-4 years old, active in a fun and educational environment. Campers enjoy and explore new ideas and friendships through an array of age appropriate activities including circle time, music and movement, art, cooperative games, story time, and splashing around in the children’s pool. This program is a great way to introduce your little one to the social environment of Palo Alto Hills. Our Staff to camper ratio is 1:4.

Price/Session/Camper: Weekly Rate: Member: $250 Member Guest: $280 Daily Rate: Member: $60, Member Guest: $70 Snack included Extended Care available: 12:00pm-1:00pm (Lunch Optional) $15/Member + $10 lunch $20/Member Guest + $10 lunch

KIDZ CAMP

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-3:00pm Kidz Camp is better than ever with a full summer of tennis, golf, swimming, active games, crafts and fun for children ages 5-8.

Our all-inclusive camp program includes group lessons in tennis and golf, daily lunch and snack, exciting special guests, Friday Fun Day, educational experiences, a camp shirt and much more!

Since this may be a young child’s first camp experience, we make an extra effort to provide a relaxed environment where a camper can safely develop new skills, explore diverse interests and make new friends. Our staff-to-camper ratio ranges from 1:5 to 1:10, depending on activity.

Price/Session/Camper: Member: $400, Member Guest: $430 *Lunch, Snack and Camp Shirt included* Extended Care available: Mornings: 8:00am-9:00am Afternoons: 3:00pm-4:00pm $15/Hour/Member $20/hour/Member Guest

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Kids Camp Themes Session

Dates

Theme

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June 13-17

Spirit Week

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June 20-24

Buggin Out

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June 27-July 1

Super Hero Summer

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July 11-15

Super Science

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July 18-22

Holidays in July

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July 25-29

Sports Extravaganza

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August 1-5

Inventors Workshop

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August 8-12

Summer Palooza Olympics

TWEEN CAMP

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-3:00pm

Tween Camp, for ages 9-12 years old, takes PAH Summer Camps to the next level. Come join in the extreme fun and play hard. We will learn and play multiple sports such as soccer, volleyball, and flag football. We will also get in the pool for relays, dive contests, and water polo. There won’t be a shortage of activities. When we’re taking a breather, we will paint graffiti on canvas, go on club wide scavenger hunts, make jerseys, explore our surroundings through nature hikes and so much more! This camp will keep everyone active.

Our staff-camper ratio ranges from 1:8 to 1:12 depending upon activity.

Price/Session/Camper: Member: $350, Member Guest: $380 *Lunch, Snack and Camp Shirt included*

Extended Care available: Mornings: 8:00am-9:00am Afternoons: 3:00pm-4:00pm $15/Hour/Member $20/Hour/Member Guest

LIT PROGRAM

LEADER IN TRAINING

Monday- Friday Half Day: 9:00am-1:00pm Full Day: 9:00am-3:00pm

The Leader In Training (LIT) program is a supplemental program that focuses on developing various leadership skills and learned responsibilities as a participant. Campers will acquire the necessary fundamentals and training to prepare them for future endeavors in a work environment. Lifelong skill-sets emphasized include learning basic first aid, safety and awareness, behavior management, communication, decision making, and activity planning and set up while working in a team building atmosphere.

Price/Session/Camper: Member: $250-Full Day; $200-Half Day Member Guest: $280-Full Day; $230-Half Day *Lunch, Snack and Camp Shirt included*

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Family Events -2016-

Plenty of opportunities for family bonding at PAH! We promise to make it fun and interesting to spend time together.

Father Daughter Dance February 28 Calling all Fathers, Grandfathers, Uncles, Nieces, Daughters and Granddaughters.

Put on your dancing shoes for a Father Daughter Dance and Dinner.

All ages are welcome.

Easter Brunch March 27 Spring has sprung at PAH which means it’s time for our annual Easter Day Brunch complete with an outstanding buffet, petting zoo and THREE egg hunts that the whole family can enjoy.

Mother’s Day Brunch May 8 Treat Mom to a brunch she won’t soon forget. Today it’s all about her and what better way to celebrate Mom than at our Mother’s Day Brunch. Leave the cooking and cleaning to us!

Mother Son Dodgeball Tournament May 15 Dodge, Duck, Dip and Dive. Boys watch out, the moms are ready to compete in a good ol’ friendly game of Dodgeball.

Who will be our first Dodgeball winners of 2016?

Pool Party Kick Off June 11 Water sports, DJ, contests, races and everything you’d ever want at a pool party.

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Family Cook Off June 18 Does your family have what it takes to win our Cook Off? Participate in the wonderful food tastings and friendly family competitions. But beware of our secret ingredients!

Poolside Bingo July 23 It’s family day at the Club and this time our pool deck will become a BINGO parlor!

Get ready to watch your cards and win some prizes.

Family Golf Tournament and Dinner July 24 This is a fun way for juniors and parents to compete in a tournament together with an alternate shot format. Dinner is provided for all participants following play plus prizes and awards.

Camp Run Amok August 27 This summertime family favorite is back. What’s better than camping? Camping on the driving range where the food, games, activities and late night movie are provided!

You bring the camping gear and we’ll bring the rest.

2nd Annual Halloween Family Fair October 23 If you thought 2015’s Fair was fun, wait till you see what we have in store for our 2nd Annual Halloween Family Fair. Thanks to your feedback, 2016’s Fair will be even better!

Family Glow Run November 6 Dust off those running shoes and join us for a family glow in the dark night race all around our beautiful golf course. Each member of the family can run individually or together as a relay. Glow costumes are allowed and encouraged to make your family stand out in the crowd.

Holiday Brunch with Santa December 4 This is just the thing you need to get you and your family in the holiday spirit. Of course there will be a wonderful feast, but don’t worry, Santa and the most entertaining elf ever will be the center of attention.

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PARENTS NIGHT OUT

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ur Parent’s Night Out has been completely re-done and re-themed with even bigger and better activities for 2016. Parents may work out at the fitness center, get a massage or have dinner at the Club while we entertain the kids. Ages 2 & up are welcome for PNO on the first Friday of the month except for January.

New Year Celebration February 5 Let’s kick off 2016 with a celebration and different New Year’s traditions.

Trivia Night March 4 Disney, sports, movies and even PAH trivia! We’ll test your knowledge on all of these and much more!

Magnificent Magicians April 1 Learn basic magic tricks and the secrets behind being a magnificent magician.

Fiesta Friday May 6 Come in your party gear as we fiesta on Friday evening, PAH Kool Kidz style.

Super Heroes June 3 Dress as your favorite super hero and get ready to show us your special super power.

Goin Green July 1 Learn how you can do your part to help make earth a better, cleaner place to live.

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Bowling Extravaganza August 5 Come check out our underground bowling alley filled with all different types and sizes of bowling games.

Out of the Box September 2 Bring your creative side! Think outside of the box not only with building our own surprise creations but even building games with them.

Computer Builders October 7 Ever want to learn how a computer works and how to actually put one together? From the mother board to the monitor, let’s build one together!

Decade Dance Off November 4 Ever wanted to learn the electric slide, the soul train, the hop or even the Nae Nae? Join us as we end with the dance party of the decade!

Polar Express Pajama Party December 2 Put on your pajamas for a night filled with pillow case fights, “shmore” making, scary stories and even a fort building contest!

SUNDAE FUNDAY

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ool Kidz ages 4-10, come hang out with us the third Sunday of most months for some great activities and an ice cream sundae bar. Each date has a different theme.

January 17: Painting Party February 21: Silly Sports March 20: Ultimate Scavenger Hunt May 15: Ice Cream!

September 18: Create your own cookbook October 16: Inventors Workshop November 20: Board Game Mania December 18: Let it Snow

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MOVIE NIGHTS

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ho doesn’t love a good movie? Have dinner, watch a movie, play games and do activities that go with the theme of the movie. Movie Nights coincide with various Club events so kids are entertained and parents can enjoy Club social activities!

January 22: Brats, Brews & Bar Games February 11: Member Social February 18: Winemaker Dinner May 4: Acoustic Dinner May 19: Wine Event June 1: Acoustic Dinner June 10: Dine & Dash June 29: Craft Cocktails July 7: Member Social July 29: Adult Movie Night August 3: Acoustic Dinner September 7: Acoustic Dinner September 24: Diwali November 10: Member Social November 17: Wine Event

KIDZ MINI CAMP

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ne day camps offered during certain Club golf tournaments. Kidz get a chance to participate in fun crafts, games and swimming with lunch provided.

February 20: Chinese New Year Tournament March 13: His & Hers St. Patrick’s Tournament April 24: His & Hers Guest Day May 30: Memorial Day Tournament July 4: Independence Day Tournament September 5: Labor Day Tournament September 24: Diwali December 11: His & Hers Mistletoe

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TWEEN NIGHTS Events tailored specifically to rouse Tweens ages 9-12.

Babysitter’s Certification Course February 6 For Tween and Teens, ages 11-15, to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly care for infants and children. This 6.5 hour Red Cross training course will help participants to develop leadership’s skills, learn how to develop a babysitting business and keep themselves and others safe.

Participants will also learn about basic child care and basic first aid.

Mini Mudder May 20 Are you ready to get down and dirty?

Bring your messy clothes and join us in our insane muddy obstacle courses and relay races.

Laser Tag October 28 Back by popular demand!

The under-ground garage will be transformed into a laser tag haven with great obstacles. Bring your friends and join us for the fun!

Video Game Challenge November 18 Test your video game skills with other members in a competition and test out a life sized video game in action.

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YOUTH SERIES CULINARY CREATIONS SERIES

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xplore the world of food with the return of our cooking series.

Learn cooking basics and what different spices and seasonings taste and smell like. We will even have a cook off.

Brunch Time January 15 Think we are making cereal and toast or PB&J? Think again. Join us in discovering the art of combining breakfast and lunch for the perfect brunch. Find your inner chef for this out of the box creative cooking evening.

Snacks & Smoothies March 18 Make some healthy yet fun after school snacks as well as smoothies. Learning to find the perfect smoothie mix and healthy snacks will be an adventure. Bring your appetite!

Dessert Off December 16 All you need is your sweet tooth and creative imagination! We will learn the science behind how to make an amazing dessert and follow up with a dessert off.

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et active this year at Palo Alto Hills! This program is designed for ages 9 & up who want to take their sports and fitness to the next level.

Extreme Obstacle Course October 21 We are completely taking over the fitness center for an extreme obstacle course with boot camp obstacles and booby traps along the way.

Cycle Survival (Ages 9 and up) Mini Bootcamp (Ages 5-9) January 8 Our older Kool Kidz will be upstairs for an express cycle class and will learn bike safety while younger Kool Kidz compete and test their strength in a mini Olympian style boot camp.

Pool Pilates August 19 Anybody can do Pilates on the ground, but can you do it in the middle of the pool? This class is a great way to stay cool and learn about a new form of Pilates.

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ancy Manners classes for 2016 will focus on the core topics that parents most often request. These classes are best suited for kids ages 5 and up.

Club Etiquette February 26 We will discuss everything from golf cart etiquette to dining etiquette. Plus we cover dress code, Club Rules and everything in between.

Table Manners April 15 Why are there so many forks on the table? We’ve got you covered in this basic table manners class.

After we’ve learned all of these new skills, we’ll put them to good use with a special dinner just for kids!

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idz with a Cause is a fun and educational series geared towards Kidz ages 6 and up to show how grateful we are by giving back!

Kidz with a Cause events benefit a charity or organization in need with proceeds or goods from the event. Please join us for a year filled with gratitude.

Layers of Love January 29 Come make a difference this winter as we help those less fortunate keep warm.

Layers of Love is a 2-in-1 event making blankets as well as hosting a clothing drive.

All items that are made and collected will be donated to a local homeless shelter.

Paint for a Cure April 29 Our fourth annual Paint for a Cure event is sure to bring out the artist in you! Use your talents to help raise money for the Ronald McDonald house through our silent auction. What this year’s theme will be?!

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Events AT A GLANCE S E E W H AT I S H A P P E N I N G AT P A L O A LT O H I L L S

JANUARY

8 Kidz N’ Action 15 Culinary Creations: Brunch 17 Sundae Funday: Painting Party 22 Kidz Movie Night 29 Kidz w/a Cause: Layers of Love

FEBRUARY

5 PNO: A New Year Celebration 6 Babysitters Certification 11 &18 Kidz Movie Night 20 Mini Camp 21 Sundae Funday: Silly Sports 22 Spring Swim Practice Starts 26 Fancy Manners: Club Etiquette 28 Father Daughter Dance

MARCH

4 PNO: Trivia Night 13 Mini Camp 18 Culinary Creations: Snacks & Smoothies 20 Sundae Funday: Ultimate Scavenger Hunt 27 Easter Brunch

APRIL

1 PNO: Magnificent Magicians 5 Spring Junior Tennis Starts 6 Junior Golf Test Day 1 15 Fancy Manners: Table Manners 17 Swim Team Kickoff Dinner 19 Junior Golf Session 1 24 Mini Camp 29 Kidz w/ a Cause: Paint for a Cure

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MAY

2 Summer Swim Practice Starts 4 Kidz Movie Night 6 PNO: Fiesta Friday 8 Mother’s Day Brunch 15 Mother Son Dodgeball 15 Sundae Funday: Ice Cream!

19 Kidz Movie Night 20 Tween Night: Mini Mudder 24 Junior Golf Session 2 28 Sharks Practice Meet 30 Mini Camp

JUNE

1 Kidz Movie Night 3 PNO: Super Heroes 5 Sharks: LAGCC@PAH 10 Kidz Movie Night 11 Family Pool Party 12 Sharks: PGSS@PAH 13-17 Summer Camp Session 1 14 Summer Junior Tennis Starts 18 Family Cook Off 19 Father’s Day BBQ 19 Sharks: PAH@MCC 20-24 Summer Camp Session 2 26 Sharks: PAH@CIRC 27-1 Summer Camp Session 3 29 Junior Golf Test Day 2 29 Kidz Movie Night

JULY

1 PNO: Going Green 4 Mini Camp 7 Kidz Movie Night 10 Sharks: SHGCC@PAH 11-15 Summer Camp Session 4 16 Sharks: Champs Meet 17 Sharks End of Season Dinner 18-22 Summer Camp Session 5 19-22 Golf Camp 1 23 Poolside Bingo 24 Family Golf Tournament 25-29 Summer Camp Session 6 26-29 Golf Camp 2 29 Kidz Movie Night

AUGUST

1-5 Summer Camp Session 7 2-5 Golf Camp 3 3 Kidz Movie Night 5 PNO: Bowling Extravaganza 8-12 Summer Camp Session 8 9-12 Golf Camp 4 13 Junior Club Championship 16 Junior Golf Session 3 19 Kidz N Action: Pool Pilates 27 Camp Runamok

SEPTEMBER

2 PNO: Out of the Box 5 Mini Camp 6 Fall Swim Practice Starts 7 Kidz Movie Night 13 Fall Junior Tennis Starts 18 Sundae Funday: Create your own cookbook 22-24 Junior Golf Test Days 24 Mini Camp & Movie Night

OCTOBER

7 PNO: Computer Builders 16 Sundae Funday: Inventors Workshop 21 Kidz N Action: Extreme Obstacle Course 23 Halloween Family Fair 28 Tween Night: Laser Tag

NOVEMBER

4 PNO: Decade Dance Off 6 Family Glow Run 10 Kidz Movie Night 17 Kidz Movie Night 18 Tween Night: Video Game Challenge 20 Sundae Funday: Board Game Mania

DECEMBER

2 PNO: Polar Express Pajama Party 4 Holiday Brunch with Santa 11 Mini Camp 16 Culinary Creations: Dessert Off 18 Sundae Funday: Let It Snow PALO ALTO H I LL S

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3000 Alexis Drive Palo Alto, CA 94304 www.pahgcc.com Clubhouse 650-948-1800 Acqua Spa & Fitness Center 650-917-5141 Golf Shop 650-948-2320

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