The Creek at Qualchan offers a 5-day introductory course

The Creek at Qualchan golf course is offering an easy way for newcomers to learn about golf: a short introductory program. The Get Golf Ready in 5 Days program offers five lessons from PGA/LPGA professionals May 12-16 in a small-group environment, for a low price of $95. “The Get Golf Ready program provides an affordable and rewarding educational experience for those who are interested in learning more about the game of golf,” said Mark Gardner, Head Professional. “The program will provide a casual yet structured setting using fun skill enhancement formats to help participants become comfortable on the links and enable them continue to develop their skills as golfers.” Targeting the millions of adults who have limited or no experience with the game of golf, this new industry-wide adult player development program’s five lessons provide basic skills instruction as well as information regarding the background of the game’s rules, etiquette and values. Significant on-course learning opportunities will be a part of each lesson. Overall, participants will gain insight into techniques regarding chipping, putting, full swing, half swing and bunker play as well as the fundamental guidelines regarding the use and maintenance of golf equipment, keeping score and navigating the course, among others. Following the completion of the five-session program, a smooth transition into other Get Golf Ready graduate outings, such as the free and low-cost programs offered by Play Golf America (www.PlayGolfAmerica.com), will be provided. Get Golf Ready was announced in November 2008 as part of the World Golf Foundation’s Golf 20/20 initiative. Currently in its inaugural year, the program is benefiting from unprecedented support and collaboration from the entire golf industry, including the World Golf Foundation, The PGA of America and other leading national and state golf associations, organizations, manufacturers, media and companies. For more information, or to register for the Get Golf Ready program at The Creek at Qualchan, please visit www.GetGolfReady.com or call the facility at 509-448-9317. For more information on the World Golf Foundation, the Get Golf Ready program and Play Golf America programs, please contact: Bob Combs, World Golf Foundation, BCombs@worldgolffoundation.org, 904-940-4203 Tammy Boclair, ACI, tammy@aldaycommunications.com, 615-791-1535, ext. 26