JUNIOR GOLF & COACHING ACADEMY 2025
EnjoyingTheGameofGolf
Newport Beach Country Club is committed to offering the finest golf coaching for Junior Golfers, Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced players by offering a wide variety of programs under the guidance of trained PGA & LPGA Golf Professionals. Our vision is to expose students to the fun and excitement of the game through the enjoyment of learning new skills that will cultivate their desire to play golf for a lifetime.
NBCC Golf Professional Team
JohnMcCook, PGA Director of Golf
RobbieMaurer,PGA Head Golf Professional
CarloBorunda, PGA Director of Instruction
AndrewAlderdice,PGA Golf Professional
DeanWilson-Garbutt, PGA Golf Professional
CraigAckermann, Golf Professional
JerrySweet-Willis, PGA Golf Professional
PamHiggins, LPGA Teaching Professional
INDIVIDUAL COACHING
Individual Coaching is available by the hour and ½ hour lessons along with on course lessons. These sessions will typically include a brief interview with your child’s coach to find out how he or she would like to spend their time and what it is you hope for your child to achieve during his lesson. Your child's coaching time will be spent on full-swing, short game, putting or on the golf course practicing course management and situational shots.
Video analysis of their swing is included at no additional charge depending on coaches and a wrap-up discussion summarizing what they need to work on as part of the closing comments. Please keep in mind that independent practice sessions along with regular (i.e. weekly or biweekly) instructional sessions with an instructor have been proven to be the most effective in improving and maintaining a good golf swing.
Playing at a better pace is not about hurrying up or rushing around the course. It is simply about being more efficient with your valuable time, as well as everyone else’s. Adopting this mindset and not being afraid to share it with your fellow players will ultimately add enjoyment to your golf experience. Here are some recognized tips for improving pace of play so you can play a round of golf in 4 -hours or less. This applies for groups of Two, Three, Four and Five which are all held to the same 4 -hour pace or less.
Be efficient on the putting green - Mark your ball and lift ad clean it when you arrive at the putting green so you will be ready to replace it when it is your turn to play. You can usually line up your putt while others are putting, without disturbing them. Leave your clubs on the side of the putting green closest to the next tee and leave the green promptly after holing out. Wait until the next tee to record your score.
Minimize your time on the tee - On the tee it is usually acceptable for players to “hit when ready.” You can also save time by playing a provisional ball (Rule 27-2) if you think your original ball might be lost or out of bounds.
Plan your shot before you get to your ball - Once you are off the tee, think ahead. Determine your yardage and make your club selection before it is your turn to play. Very often, you can do this while others are playing, without disruption. If you take your glove off between shots, have it back on before it is your turn to play. Even a small step like this saves time.
Keep your pre-shot routine short - Pick your line of play once and trust yourself. Try to take no more than one practice swing, then set up to the ball and play your shot. Most importantly, be ready to hit when it is your turn. Be efficient after your shot too. Start moving toward your next shot promptly.
Be helpful to others in your group - Follow the flight of all tee shots, not just your own. Once in the fairway, help others look for their ball if you already know the yours is. Volunteer to fill in a divot or rake a bunker for another player if needed. Be ready to attend the flagstick for others.
GOLFCOURSE ETIQUETTE
Members & Guests using the golf course should do their part to make a round of golf a pleasant experience for everyone at the Club. Here are some suggestions:
Do not waste time. Anticipate the club or clubs you may need, and go directly to your ball. Always be near your ball to play promptly when it is your turn. If a player is delayed in making his shot, it would be courteous for such player to indicate to another player to play which should not be deemed playing out of turn.
The time required to "hole out" on and around the green is a chief cause of slow play. Study and clear the line of your putt while others are doing the same. Be ready to putt when it is your turn.
Be sociable, but reserve your extended conversations for the 19th hole.
When approaching a green, park your golf cart on the cart path on the best direct line to the next tee. This can save significant time. Never leave the golf cart in front of the green where you will have to go back and get it while the following Players wait for you to get out of the way.
When play of a hole is completed, leave the green promptly and proceed to the next tee without delay. Do the scoring for the completed hole while the others in your group are playing from the next tee.
If you are not holding your place on the course (see General Golf Rules), allow the Players behind to play through.
INDIVIDUAL & ON COURSE COACHING
OPERATION 36 SNAG GOLF
SNAG stands for Starting New At Golf
The SNAG equipment is safe, fun, and highly successful in teaching the basic fundamentals of golf to children and adults.
SNAG consists of oversized equipment that is made up of high impact plastic and fiberglass for safety and durability.
The targets are made of a Velcro material and sit above ground, making it easier for the children to hit the tennis-like SNAG Ball at targets.
The SNAG equipment can be used indoors and/or outdoors, which enables NBCC Coaches to use it year round.
The SNAG equipment also comes in several different sizes so kids and adults of all ages and heights are able to use it.
Ages 4 - 8 / Maximum 10 player
Golf Member $30 / Social Member $40
DRESS CODE
Management reserves the right to refuse privileges to anyone found in violation of the dress code. Management in its sole discretion will determine attire in good taste.
GOLF DRESS CODE
The following types of clothing are prohibited in the clubhouse, on the patio and on course grounds:
• Bare Midriffs
• Cargo Shorts/Pants
• Tank Tops
• Jogging Suits
• Board/Skate Shorts
• Sweat Pants
• Halter Tops
• Tee Shirts
• Denim (is still prohibited on the golf course)
Caps, visors and other head-wear must be worn bill forward and are not permitted for gentlemen in the dining room. Shirts must be tucked in, except camp shirts with a straight hem. Bermuda style shorts are acceptable attire. Ladies tops must conform to the following guidelines: tops without a collar must have sleeves (i.e. short sleeves, long sleeves, cap sleeves etc.) Tops without sleeves must have a collar.
CONDUCT - Members & Guests are to conduct themselves as ladies & gentlemen and will not interfere with other’s enjoyment of The Club. Management, in its sole discretion, may deny privileges as it deems necessary.
GOLF SHOES - Golf shoes are not permitted in the dining room. Newport Beach Country Club is a non -metal/alternative spike facility. Wearing of golf shoes is prohibited in all areas except men’s and ladies’ grills and locker rooms.
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HOME & HOME
Home & Home events will be scheduled in the afternoon with each Club, based on availability
We will set up a match with 4 - 6 players for each match
9 Hole & 18 Hole Matches Tees TBD
Dates and times will be posted on the NBCC App
Golfer must play up through the Operation 36 Tournament Series
Golf Members have priority over Social Member
Golf Member $40 / Social Member $60
OPERATION 36 TOURNAMENT SERIES
This is a great opportunity to come play in a 9 hole official golf tournament.
Individual Stroke Play, Aggregate Stableford Points
Walking only (No parents or caddies)
One of our Coaches will be supervising the tournaments
Golf Member $10 / Social Member $20
Dates will be posted on the App in October for the Winter Classes
OPERATION 36 PLAYING WITH A COACH
There are many different ways of taking a golf lesson. But a lesson on the golf course, not only enhances the understanding of your golf swing, but it will take you to the next level of developing proper golf course management. During a playing lesson you will learn how to think on a golf course. Many golfers ruin their game by over analyzing their swing during play. Good course management skills lend itself to a successful day on the golf course. Consider the following as part of the instruction during a playing lesson:
Golf club selection
Understanding the terrain or lie of the ball and stance adjustments
Shot selection and analyzing wind direction
Judgment of distance and yardage
Rules of golf (discussion as the situation demands)
Etiquette of play "Rules of Golf"
Pace of play, playing through, letting others play through
Relaxation, patience, endurance and enjoying the golf course
The Golf Shop will coordinate afternoon tee times
Rates are based on an hourly rate
This is the most overlooked lesson format of them all, yet possibly the most valuable towards the development of your game. The format of a playing lesson should be arranged to be played with just you and up to 2 juniors and your instructor. This is a lesson, don’t bring a gallery! A playing lesson can take more time per hole than a normal round of golf.
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Play days are in the afternoon and the Golf Shop will send out dates and time through the App.
This is an opportunity to come out and play up to 9 holes with three fellow juniors and one of our coaching staff.
Two Hours on the Golf Course with a Coach working on Course Management, Rules and Etiquette
Social Members will count as 1/2 round for the year
Minimum 2 player maximum 4 players
Golf Member $60 / Social Member $80
