Jupiter - Tequesta Athletic Association

JTAA’s 4th Annual Summer Golf Program – 2005

Welcome Golf Fans! Our Summer 2005 registration is scheduled to begin April 1st, 2005.

All registration will be conducted online. Once you have reviewed the various levels and sessions, you may register by clicking on the Register Now icon below to proceed with registration. Juniors may enter one, two or all three sessions (pending availability).

(Based on a junior’s progress level, it is possible that a junior that plays in Level I first may transition to the next Level in the next session. Registration fees will be charged per session.)

There are three levels of golf instruction provided and placement depends on ability and experience only, not age. All levels are open to boys and girls. Juniors must turn six by June 1st, 2005 and be age 17 or younger.

Summer 2005’s Three 3 Week Sessions:

	1.	The first session will be June 2 through June 23.
	2.	The second session will be June 24 through July 14.
	3.	The third session will be July 15 through August 6.

Please note: he first session will offer two levels of instruction, Levels I and II. The second and third sessions will offer three levels of instruction, Levels I, II and III.

How to Pick a Level for your Junior:
We ask parents to pick a Level for their junior. HOWEVER, final placement is at the discretion of the Board. The JTAA Golf Committee reserves the right to make all placement decisions. In addition, as there are two “flights” in Level III, the Committee will require a playing test or evaluation procedure for those that did not participate in Level III and/or pass a test last year.

Here is information about the three levels of golf instruction offered.

Level Descriptions

Level I:

This is for beginning golfers and is designed to teach juniors the basics of golf. (Juniors in this level ranged in age last year from 6 to 10.)
We play Snag Golf in this level, using oversized equipment and targets.
Snag Golf is a fun way to learn golf and juniors are exposed to the basics of golf.
All Level I classes are taught at Jupiter Christian School’s athletic fields. Practices are Tuesday evening from 6:30 – 7:30 and Saturday mornings from 9 to 10 a.m.
Level I golf will be offered during each of the three sessions.

Level II:

This is for golfers who have either progressed through Level I and/or juniors who have some experience playing golf.
Level II players are not ready to play golf on a golf course, but are ready for more intense instruction on game basics. Again, these juniors are not course ready. The aim of this Level is to prepare them to be course ready over time.
Depending on the group (session by session), the instructors may decide to take the kids out on the golf course following instruction.
Level II classes will be taught at various local public and private golf clubs; specific schedule and locations will be posted on this website prior to the first session.
Level II golf will be offered during each of the three sessions.

Level III:

This is for golfers who have either progressed through Levels I and II and/or are course ready.
There are two groups of Level III play: A and B.
Level III B players are juniors whose games need some additional instruction and time on the range, putting green, chipping areas.
The emphasis in Level III A is more on playing versus instruction. These players are juniors whose games are more polished and are ready to play more golf on the course, versus the practice areas. To play in Level III A a rules test is required and will be offered by the JTAA Golf Committee at the beginning of each session.
ALL LEVEL III players will receive instruction and the amount of time on the practice areas and the golf courses is totally at the discretion of the instructors and the JTAA Golf Committee.

Dress Code:
All players will receive golf shirts at the beginning of each session. (Different colors will be assigned to each Level.) These shirts are required attire for participation. In addition, suitable shorts are also expected (proper length, no jean shorts, etc.). Some of the courses we have secured for instruction and play maintain strict dress code and etiquette standards and it is important that all juniors honor and respect these rules.

Golf shoes are not required, but are certainly okay for those juniors that have them. Otherwise, sneakers and white socks are required.

In addition to the golf shirts, each player will receive a JTAA Golf hat, which we recommend the juniors wear to protect them from the sun.

Golf Rules and Etiquette:
The JTAA Golf Committee will review golf course rules and etiquette standards at the beginning of each session. In addition, the Committee will distribute rules books to juniors as part of the instruction. Golf swing guides will also be provided to juniors in Levels II and III.

Practice and Facility Schedule:
Specific days and times for each session are in the process of being formulated. Please refer to the opening paragraph of this document for the dates of the three summer sessions of golf. Details will be provided as they become available.
Please note, we are working with Jupiter Dunes to offer discounted rates to juniors who wish to play there and who are registered in the 2005 JTAA Golf Program. Your instructors will provide you with more information once sessions begin.

PAYS:
One parent/guardian of every child who registers to play in a JTAA sport in 2005 will be required to watch the PAYS Program Video and pay a $5 fee. Return to this site’s main home page for more information about PAYS compliance.

Notes to Parents:

•	If your junior is young and needs supervision, please plan accordingly. Instructors are all golf professionals and we would prefer that they focus on teaching.
•	Please plan to arrive 15 to 20 minutes prior to each lesson. This is very important!
•	Each junior will receive a free golf shirt and golf hat. (Shirts will be different colors, depending on Level.)
•	Rule books, instruction booklets and certificates of completion (of Levels), will be provided/handed out.
•	Water/Beverages are the responsibility of juniors. Please plan accordingly.
•	Golf equipment is provided at all levels, if needed. However, if a junior owns golf clubs, he or she may use them. Also, we strongly recommend that you rely on the golf professional’s advice on what size golf clubs to purchase for your child, if you plan to do so. The golf professional may also let you know which clubs to buy (versus all of them.)
•	The JTAA Golf Committee is planning to secure one golf professional per foursome on the golf course. We cannot send juniors out on the golf course without adults present. It may be necessary to ask parent volunteers to accompany foursomes out on the golf course. Level III instructors may ask you to commit to one or several “rounds” with the juniors during the three week session, as you are able.

Sponsorships:
If you would like to become a sponsor, this will entitle you to have your name or company name on the golf shirts. Please indicate your interest by clicking yes on the sponsorship link during the registration process. Sponsorships are $150.00. We would like to thank the sponsors listed below.

•	3 Geeks Web Design, Phil McCullem
•	Allstate Insurance, Jim Giacinto
•	Easton Insurance, Doug Easton
•	Judy Dickinson
•	Tektron
•	Enterprise Plumbing

Facilities:
The following clubs have agreed to host various Levels of Play throughout the summer and have thus exhibited their commitment to their local communities and to growing the great game of golf:

•	The Bear's Club
•	Old Palm Golf Club
•	Tequesta Country Club
•	Jonathan's Landing Golf Club
•	Admiral's Cove Golf Club
•	Abacoa Golf Club
•	Jupiter Dunes

Parents and juniors: Please observe the rules and etiquette of golf whenever you visit any of these clubs, so that we may welcome there in the future.

Instructors:
All instructions will be given by LPGA or PGA professionals.

If you are an LPGA or PGA Golf Professional, and if you are interested in teaching, please contact Judy Dickinson, LPGA Professional, at 746-0239 to inquire.
The JTAA Golf Committee is also searching for a 2005 season instructor coordinator. If you are an LPGA or PGA golf professional and if you are interested in this position, please contact any of the committee members (see last page for contact information.)

End of Season Celebration:
There are preliminary plans to host an end of the season celebration, which will include a parent/special friend and junior (player) scramble. Instructors and the JTAA Golf Committee will notify parents via the website and at sessions of plans. If there is a parent of a JTAA junior who would like to volunteer and help with this event, please contact a member of the JTAA Golf Committee (see list posted on this website).

Rain Dates
We will do our best to reschedule rain-out days, but we are reliant on local clubs to provide facilities and there will be occasions when we will not be able to make up lost days.

Registration:
This year registration is 100% online with payment of fees being made at time of registration via Visa or MasterCard. Checks will be accepted if credit card payment is not preferred (click here for "check" instructions).

All sessions and levels are open and will remain so until filled. We are accepting applications on a first come, first served basis. If the particular session or level you desire is filled, you may put the junior’s name on a waiting list. Should an opening become available, we will contact you. We strongly suggest that you sign up, in advance, for any and all sessions you plan to attend. We expect all sessions to fill up quickly.

Please note, due to instruction and facility limitations, Level I can accommodate a maximum of 30 juniors and Levels II and III can accommodate a maximum of 25 juniors.

Registration costs are $55 for Level I, $65 for Level II and $75 for Level III. If fees pose a hardship, there are JTAA sponsor funds available to cover cost of registration.

Please click this link to fill out the registration.

JTAA Golf Committee

Level II Coordinator	Doug Easton, Director, President	746-1244	deprode123@aol.com
Level I Coordinator	John Sudelis, Director, Vice President Elect	747-1585	jsuderlis1@aol.com
Level III Coordinator	Judy Dickinson, Director, Vice President	746-0239	judylpga@aol.com
Treasurer	Ann Gagliaridi	379-4353	annvg@adelphia.net
Secretary	Sarah Marmion-Zabriski	743-8414	sarahmarmion@msn.com

If you have any questions as to which Level to sign up your junior in, please contact the appropriate level coordinator.

Thank you and we hope to see you and your juniors out there!

Doug Easton, JTAA Golf Committee Director and President.