The Valpo Parks Department has instructional opportunities for adults of all skill levels. Classes are instructed by Nancy Bender, LPGA teaching professional at Creekside Golf Course and Training Center.
Fore Ladies Only Clinics
These one hour clinics allow you to experience instruction ‘hands-on’ with other ladies to either refresh or expand basic skills, with a different aspect of the game addressed weekly. High school age young players are welcome to participate. Class is on Mondays at 8 AM and tuition is $15 plus range balls. Topics for July:
July 1 On Course Experience
July 8 Score with Short Game
July 15 Variations of the Chip
July 22 Woods: Tee and Fairway
July 29 Solid Contact with Irons
Get Golf Ready Review Clinics
These two-hour clinics are available to players who have taken any previous beginner’s class. Each clinic reviews the techniques of one short game and one long game skill. Players of both genders are welcome to register for each clinic. Class size is limited to 6 participants and there is only one session in July. Tuition is $30 for each 2 hour clinic, plus the price of range balls. Pre-registration required.
Clinic times and topics:
July 12 Putting and Irons Friday 8am
July 19 Chipping and Woods Friday 8am
July 26 On Course Experience Friday 8am
For complete details and information on all golf instruction programs, contact LPGA Pro Nancy Bender at 219.531.PUTT (7888).