LPGA-USGA Girls Golf, a developmental junior golf Kenilworth, New Jersey 07033 3 Golf Drive c/o Beverly E. Harrison & Greg Ward Girls Golf of Greater Newark LPGA*USGA The Learning Center program for girls ages 7-17, was formed to create a at network for girls to learn to play golf, build friendships and sample competition in a positive and supportive Galloping Hill Golf Course learning environment. The only national initiative of its kind just for girls, the program provides the presents opportunity to achieve success, progress in golf, and establish a life long interest in the game.

Girls work with a PGA or LPGA Instructor to learn the basics in rules, etiquette, full swing, short game, and putting. The program: • Helps develop self esteem • Provides grant opportunities • Provides an incentive to continue to progress and improve your game • Creates a network in which girls feel comfortable in golf • Teaches an appreciation and love for the game of golf because IT’S FUN! Renaissance Junior Golf, Inc. the parent organization of LPGA-USGA Girls Golf of Greater Newark, in partnership with Union County, conducts programs May – July at Galloping Hill Learning Center. Participants are instructed by the PGA staff members of Galloping Wednesdays 6:00pm – 7:30pm Hill and the LPGA instructor of the LPGA-USGA Girls Golf in both golf and Life Skills that will benefit them off and on the course. Each week these principles Providing girls with quality golf instruction are reinforced through golf instruction. The classes at to Empower, Enrich, Engage, Exercise, and Galloping Hill are taught at The Learning Center with 52 stalls, 20 of which are covered and heated, 46,000 Energize girls through the game of golf. square feet of putting and chipping areas, practice bunkers and a 9 hole practice course. This will give the girls a chance to be introduced to the game in this setting designed specifically for instruction, and then go out on the golf course the last few weeks For Registration Information: of the program as their skills improve. On course instruction on the 9 –hole course is available for www.girlsgolf.org advanced players as well as a Pitch and Putt league at Ashbrook Golf Course in June and July. www.greaternewarkgirlsgolf.com Participation based on assessment and number of participants. Our Goal Keeping girls ENGAGED in sports All participants must pre-register. Instilling CONFIDENCE and inspiring girls Registration closes at 60 students. to live ACTIVE lifestyles After close, students will be placed on Providing social opportunities a wait list in case a space opens. and FRIENDSHIPS Increasing RETENTION of girls On course play/instruction for in the game of golf advanced players. Encouraging FAMILY involvement Play dates with area Girls Golf Sites.

Girls must dress neatly. Shorts must be mid- Call 908-241-8380 in inclement weather thigh length. No blue jeans, denim or cut off shorts permitted. Girls must follow LPGA-USGA Girls Golf code of ethics. For Registration Information Code of Ethics www.girlsgolf.org Treat others as you would like to be treated. Replace divots, rake bunkers, and repair ball www.greaternewarkgirlsgolf.com marks so you leave the course better than you found it. Club throwing, swearing, cheating, littering, or smoking are not acceptable. Always thank the host professional. Have fun and smile! Beverly E. Harrison, Site Director

Levels of Experience Jeff T. Collins, PGA Professional/ Co-Site Director Beginner – Has had little or no previous experience. Debbie O’Connell, Co-Site Director Intermediate – Has had some instruction Denise Holloway, Parent Liaison in full swing, short game, putting, rules and etiquette. Della Moses Walker, Parent Liaison Advanced – Has played at least 9 holes on a regulation golf course. Cassandra Murphy, Parent Liaison

All clinic sessions are available for all levels. Hilary Abramowitz, Volunteer Coordinator