March 2024 Newsletter

2024 BOG OFFICERS

President Ladson Montgomery

President Elect Will Morgan

Immediate Past President Stephen Frick, Jr

Secretary.......................................Melinda Stivers

Treasurer..................................... Steve Simmons

CLUB MANAGEMENT

General Manager Stephen Whitson stephen whitson@sjccjax com

Chief Financial Officer............................Brian Nay brian.nay@sjccjax.com

Member Billing Cydnie Forrest cydnie forrest@sjccjax com

Director of Membership Sales Jessica Payne jessica payne@sjccjax com

Event & Marketing Director....…..Savannah Watson savannah.shettler@sjccjax.com

Executive Chef Michael Ayres michael ayres@sjccjax com

Director of Catering.....................Brittany Williams brittany.williams@sjccjax.com

Food & Beverage Manager Jessica Burns jessica burns@sjccjax com

Superintendent Josh Urbanec josh urbanec@sjccjax com

Director of Golf...............................Todd Bork, PGA todd bork@sjccjax com

Head Golf Professional Josh Wolfe, PGA josh wolfe@sjccjax com

Director of Tennis Marie Waller marie waller@sjccjax com

Director of Fitness & Aquatic Robert Rudder robert rudder@sjccjax com

HOURS OF OPERATION

Clubhouse

(904)-733-2020

Tuesday & Sunday- 10:00am to 6:00pm

Wednesday-Saturday- 10:00am-9:00pm

Monday- Clubhouse Closed

Donald Ross Dining Room

(904)-733-2020 ext. 118

Tuesday & Sunday- 11:00am-3:00pm

Wednesday-Saturday- 11:00am-3:00pm & 5:00pm-9:00pm

*Bar service will continue one hour past food service.

Tuesday & Sunday the bar closes at 6:00pm

Monday- Dining Closed

Men's Lounge

(904)-733-2020 ext. 147

Tuesday-Sunday- 10:00am-4:00pm

Closed Monday

Golf Course & Practice Facilities (904)-733-2020 ext. 131

Tuesday-Sunday- 8:00am to Dusk

Closed Monday

Golf Shop

(904)-733-2020 ext. 131

Tuesday-Sunday- 7:00am-6:00pm

Closed Monday

Tennis Pro Shop

(904)-733-2020 ext. 139

Monday-Friday- 8:00am-7:00pm

Saturday- 8:00am-5:00pm

Sunday- 10:00am-5:00pm

Fitness Center

(904)-733-2020 ext. 121

Monday-Friday- 5:00am-8:30pm

Saturday- 8:00am-6:00pm

Sunday- 10:00am-5:00pm

Cubs Corner

(904)-733-2020 ext. 119

Monday-Friday - 8:00am-2:00pm and 3:00pm-8:00pm

Saturday- 8:00am-2:00pm

Kids Club Dinner- Fridays- 6:00pm-10:00pm, Reservations Required

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Dear Members,

From our annual meeting and strategic planning conversations and all the happenings in between, February was a productive month.

After receiving feedback from members from an anonymous online survey, focus groups and one on one discussions (and even the annual meeting), our strategic planning for the club has begun, and we appreciate your involvement as we look to shape its long-term growth.

The Board held a two-day summit where we discussed findings, presented by our third-party consultant Many consistent themes resonated throughout the findings Outcomes and next steps will be shared with you by early Summer after we finalize plans for the combined future vision of San Jose Country Club

As we plan for the future of our Club, we ’ re also confronted with the challenge of attracting new members and maintaining a positive revenue stream to combat normal attrition and higher operating costs With that in mind, the Board and Membership Committee unanimously approved a new Executive Membership pilot category with potential to generate $3 4 million for the Club over a threeyear period Complete details about this category will be emailed to you later this month What’s important to know now is that candidates are required to be screened through our existing acceptance process, incur higher monthly dues and privileges are reduced

Improvements to our golf course and the playing experience continue, with short and long-term plans ongoing However, renovation of the Tennis and Fitness center is temporarily delayed We encountered unforeseen structural modifications and water intrusion issues that must be addressed before moving forward. Once we know more, we will further communicate to everyone on the progress.

Below is our Dashboard for our financial results, activity, and membership for January. We will be posting this every month so that you can follow along with us throughout the year.

Thank you and see you at the Club!

On behalf of San Jose Country Club, our thoughts and prayers go out to these families during this difficult time

Mary Alice Massey

San Jose Country Club Member Since 1958

Maurice Pilvar

San Jose Country Club Member Since 1984

FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS & EVENTS

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHEF

Dear San Jose Members,

As we approach Spring I am excited to let you know we have new and exciting menu items for lunch and dinner. I have heard from many of you requesting more and frequent changes to our dining programs.

You spoke, we have listened We are going to be keeping the core menu items on the menu, while trying to change some of the featured dishes that will rotate about every 6 weeks.

The culinary team is excited about providing you new and fresh flavors to keep things new and fresh In addition, if you our a member of your family have dietary restrictions, let us know in your reservation, or simply ask your server if there are any other options available.

In many cases, the team can construct a dish to meet your expectations! We look forward to seeing you in the Donald Ross dining room!

Bon Appétit!

Sincerely,

Chef Michael Ayres

A Message From Private Events...

March 1-2

Dear San Jose Members,

March is another busy month for the golf department!

Between The PLAYERS tournament, the Annual Classic Senior Member-Guest, Lion’s Pride Registration, Fitting Days, and our Annual Champions Dinner, we have no sight on slowing down. Titleist and Callaway will be offering their Loyalty Rewarded Program again this March. Loyalty Rewarded offers members of our club a special Titleist offer of “Buy 3 dozen, get 1 dozen Free” for personalized or stock dozens of Pro V1, Pro V1x, Pro V1x Left Dash and AVX

The cost is $55 per dozen, additional $15 personalization fee and $8 shipping fee per order. Look for the email to go out or contact the golf shop for more information. Buy 3 dozen personalized Chrome Soft, Chrome Tour, or Chrome Tour X Golf Balls and receive a fourth personalized dozen FREE! Plus, orders receive free personalization.

March 12

Looking to trade your old golf clubs in for golf shop credit? Rex golf will be at San Jose on Friday and Saturday, March 8th and 9th Bring your clubs by and Rex Golf will give you a price, we will then apply that to your account for golf shop credit.

If you ’ re in the market for new wedges, you’ll want to sign up for the Titleist Wedge Fitting and Clinic on March 22nd hosted by Josh Wolfe and Hayes Farley. For more information contact Josh at josh.wolfe@sjccjax.com.

TPC Friday, March 15 Electric carts required until 3:00 p.m. NO GUEST PASSES may be used on Friday, March 15

Congratulations Stephanie!

Congratulations to one of San Jose’s wonderful PGA Teaching Professionals, Stephanie Connelly Eiswerth on her victory in the 2024 Women’s PGA Stroke Play Champion! We are so proud and honored to have Stephanie as a part of our team!

TENNIS NEWS AND EVENTS

MEN’S SUPER MONDAY’S

Men’s Tennis Super Monday is a great way to keep your game at a high level and you can watch a little hoop action on the side on our outdoor TVs. The Tennis staff will host “Mojos” on March 11th. Reservations are a must for Super Mondays and should be made before 2:00 p m on the day of the event by registering on TennisScores

PICKLEBALL CLINICS

Wednesdays; 9:30am-11:00am (Intermediate)

2024 TENNIS MEMBER-GUEST

The San Jose Tennis Member Guest is coming up, April 11-14 and you do not want to miss this fun weekend! Sign up is available on the San Jose website.

Women’s Tennis M/G Registration >

Men’s Tennis M/G Registration >

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Junior Spring Party – Friday, March 15

Junior Summer Party – Friday, May 17 USTA Jr League – TBD (Team Captains Needed!)

Junior Summer Camp Registration Now Open!

Sign Up Before May 1st and receive $50 discount!

ADULT CLINICS

The USTA season and spring tournaments are just getting started Our professional staff of USPTA and PTR professionals will work hard to get you into great playing shape with fast paced and hard-hitting team drills We have clinics for men and women at every level Space is limited in all the clinics Players can sign up at www sanjosecc tenniscores com For more info contact Marie or Dorian

2024 JUNIOR CLINICS

Learn to play tennis in a fun and positive environment. The after-school program is offered Monday-Thursday from 3:30pm-6:00pm depending on the level of play. Contact Dorian at dorian.porada@sjccjax.com for more information

Space is limited

JUNIOR TENNIS LEAGUE

We will participate in the 12 & under green and 18 & under yellow ball league this season

Contact dorian.porada@sjccjax.com to sing up.

FITNESS & AQUATICS NEWS AND EVENTS

Dear San Jose Members,

The construction on the Tennis and Fitness Center has been moving along smoothly since beginning in January. However, we have encountered unforeseen structural modifications and water intrusion issues that must be addressed before moving forward

These matters were uncovered because of the planned interior demolition and could not have been identified in advance. While speed and precision are a priority, we are diligently working to resolve the delay to ensure a practical and lasting resolution At this time, the impact (if any) on the total estimated completion cost and timeline have not been determined. Once we know more, we will further communicate to everyone on the progress.

This renovation project is important because upgraded facilities are a key component that directly contributes to our ability to retain and attract members. This is about sustainability as much as it is about enjoyment, and it is imperative that we do it the right way.

We appreciate your patience and understanding, and rest assured, our goal is to reopen the Tennis and Fitness Center as soon as possible.

Robert Rudder, SPHR, MSS, MS Director of Fitness and Aquatics

FITNESS MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Diane Rodriguez

San Jose Country Club Member Since 1999

San Jose would like to highlight Diane Rodriguez for maintaining her physique while the fitness center is under renovation Mrs Rodriguez has been utilizing the fitness equipment in the St Johns Room and attending Group

Exercise classes 5-days a week!

Our instructors love having Diane’s positive energy in their classes She does not complain, and always gives 100% effort Her focus and consistency is apparent, and she works hard every day to attain her fitness goals We are very proud of all that she has accomplished with us here at San Jose!

Favorite Class : Flow Yoga on Monday’s & Wednesday’s at 8:30am with Debbi

Favorite Exercise : HIIT Workouts

group fitness classes MARCH 2024

ProgressiveIntensity-Matt ProgressiveIntensity-Matt FlowYoga-Debbi

HIITStrong-Matt Barre-Debbi

Pilates-Lisa

Barre-Ellen

FlowYoga-Sydney

Barre-Natalia AgelessStrength-Matt

ProgressiveIntensity-Matt ProgressiveIntensity-Matt Pilates-Connie

HIITStrong-Ellen

ProgressiveIntensity-Matt ProgressiveIntensity-Matt FlowYoga-Debbi

HIITStrong-Matt

TaiChi-Ellen

Yogalates-Caroline

CUBS CORNER MARCH 2024

MARCH CUBS CORNER CRAFTS & ACTIVITIES

BUNNY BUTT SUNDAE CONE INGREDIENTS

Vanilla Ice Cream

Ice Cream Cones

Oreos - Crushed

Large Marshmallows

Pink Edible Marker

Mini Milano Cookies

Whipped Cream

INSTRUCTIONS

Scoop vanilla ice cream into a flat-bottomed cake cone to come just past the rim.

Press the top of the ice cream into crushed chocolate cookies. Secure the cone in a 3-ounce paper cup and freeze until firm, about 15 minutes. Place another scoop of ice cream on top of the crushed cookies. Snip a marshmallow in half crosswise and stretch to make an oval paw shape.

Draw bunny paw pads on the smooth sides of the marshmallow pieces with a pink edible marker and stick to the ice cream.

Pipe or top with a quarter-sized dollop of sweetened whipped cream between the feet for a bunny tail. Push 2 small oval shaped sandwich cookies (such as Mini Milanos) into the top of the ice cream scoop for bunny ears.

EVENT PHOTOS