Pickleball Clinic

from Trailblazer - May 2021

Tee Time

Pickleball is a unique way to enjoy Whitetail Club’s indoor & outdoor courts this summer! And to prepare you for our annual Pickleball Tournament in June, we’re hosting our first-ever Pickleball Clinic—a 6-hour crash course to help you bring home the title of Pickleball Champion this summer! Ready to test your mettle? RSVP and join us at the Tennis & Fitness Center on May 15th as Brian Umbaugh, recognized Pickleball instructor, guides you through the basics of form, strategy, post-hit movements, defense techniques, and court awareness.

SCHEDULE: 9am: Serving & Returning 10am–12pm: Defense Strategies

--- LUNCH** ---

1–3pm: Form, Attacks, and Resets 3–4pm: Court Awareness & Drills “I have coached and assessed over 70 players in local Idaho clubs.

My lessons are packed with drills, information and are personalized to each player, no matter their athletic background.

If you want Pickleball lessons centered around your needs, let’s get started!”

—BRIAN UMBAUGH

Cost is $130* per person Train for the Pickleball Tournament at our first-ever Pickleball Clinic! This event is limited in capacity, and reservations are required.

* Cost does not include tax and gratuity. The last day to cancel with a full refund is 05/08/2021 **Lunch is not included

This Month

FEW SPOTS

REMAIN

Kentucky Derby Specials at the clubhouse

05.01 | 9am–9pm | a la carte | 208.630.0245 Don your Derby attire and join us at the clubhouse to watch the Kentucky Derby! The clubhouse restaurant will be offering a themed menu and our TVs will be streaming the race all day long! Be sure to order a Mint Julep to get in the spirit.

Spring Into Golf

05.07 | $74 to golf | $80 to dine | 208.315.2512 Get in the swing of things before the Whitetail Club Golf Course opens with our annual golf outing, Spring Into Golf! Eugene Bonfilio, Director of Golf, will lead a trip to one of Boise’s finest courses, where you and other members will play, sip, and enjoy some pre-season golf! After a day of play, winning members will be awarded for their performance at a Mexican-themed dinner prepared by Whitetail Club’s culinary team and complete with delicious margaritas. Price includes tax and gratuity.

Paint & Sip

05.08 | 1–4pm | $40* | 208.630.0245 Join us for our first-ever private outdoor painting class instructed by a local artist, Sharon Herther. Champagne will be served for 21+ guests, as well as lemonade and a charcuterie board. Members of all ages are welcome, and painting supplies will be provided. This is the perfect event to kick off Mother’s Day weekend.

Mother’s Day Brunch

05.09 | 9am–2pm | a la carte | 208.630.0245 She deserves an extra-special effort to recognize and celebrate her love! What better way to do that than to experience a decadent Lakeview brunch at the clubhouse restaurant? An a la carte brunch menu will feature one-of-a-kind offerings, and a live band will set the mood for a wonderful Sunday with family! Did we mention that all moms dining will receive a complimentary mimosa?

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05.15 | 9am–4pm | $130* | 208.630.0245

Season Opening Tournament

05.29 | 1pm shotgun | $20* | 208.630.0211 We’re getting into the swing of things with Whitetail Club’s annual Season Opening Tournament! This low-key event will follow a two best balls of four NET format, and members and their guests will be grouped into teams of four—gather your own team, or RSVP as an individual, and The Golf Shop will help you finalize your team. After a day of play, the celebration will continue at a complimentary Member Mixer where everyone in attendance can recount their best swings of the day over a selection of passed appetizers and cocktails from our no-host bar.

Complimentary Wine Tasting

05.29 | 4–6pm | 208.630.0240 Wine lovers rejoice! The clubhouse is hosting Complimentary Wine Tastings every last Saturday of the month! May’s featured winery will be Guardian Cellars from Washington. If you taste a varietal that you particularly love, a selection of Guardian Cellars will be available for purchase by the bottle after your tasting.

On the Horizon

06.05 June Winemaker’s Dinner at Shore Lodge 06.15 Camp Sharlie Begins 06.19 Pickleball Tournament

06.19 Member Mixer

Summertime is nearly here and it’s time to ramp things up and get active! From golf on the greens to yoga at The Fish & Swim Club, Whitetail Club’s got you covered.