Player Information
A Perfect Swing, Inc. provides a non-competitive and competitive environment for individuals to learn and enjoy the game of golf. This is an opportunity for individuals that have considered playing golf, as well as for those that are already playing golf, to come together, network, and share in the fun of playing the game. You are responsible for your own fees charged by the facility. The golf course is chosen randomly, so participants have the opportunity to request that outings be held at their favorite golf course.
Play Categorization
Play is categorized into three types: Range, Networking, and Individual.
"Range" Play During range play, attendees meet at a driving range to practice. Where the competition is just between you and the ball. This is a great opportunity to network and meet others that are interested in the game of golf. Each attendee is responsible for purchasing their own balls. This activity is open to newbie, beginners, intermediate, and advance players.
“Networking” Play During networking play, the attendees meet to play the game of golf at a golf course. The “scramble” form of play will be used. This will give attendees an opportunity to get experience playing on the course in a non-competitive environment. This is a very common format used in charity golf tournaments and networking events, so attendees will have an opportunity to prepare for these types of situations. Each attendee is responsible for all golf course fees. This activity is open to beginners, intermediate, and advance players.
What is the “scramble” format? Golflink.com describes the scramble format as a format that involves four golfers playing as a team. Each player tees off and the team selects the best shot. Players then take their next shots from there. This continues until a ball is sunk. All holes are played this way. A scramble speeds up pace of play and allows players of all levels to compete with each other. Read more about this subject on their website by clicking here.
"Individual" Play During individual play, attendees meet to play the game of golf at a golf course. All attendees will play their own balls. You will need to have a handicap of less than 25 to play on these days. Each attendee is responsible for all golf course fees. This activity is open to intermediate and advance players.
Player Classifications
A newbie player is:
- A player that has never played golf before
- A player that needs assistance with gripping/holding the club
- A player that has never played on a golf course
A beginner player is
- A player that is learning to play golf for the first time, but has played on the course before
- A player that is not comfortable hitting the ball
- A player typically goes over par for a hole by four or more strokes.
- A player than can keep up with the pace of play on a golf course.
An intermediate player is
- A player that is familiar with the rules of the game of golf
- A player that is comfortable hitting the ball, regardless of the distance and consistency
- A player that typically goes over par for a hole by NO more than three strokes.
- A player than can keep up with the pace of play on a golf course.
An advanced player is
- A player that understands the basic rules of the game of golf
- A player that consistently, comfortably hit the ball well
- A player than can keep up with the pace of play on a golf course.
Golf Workshops and Lessons
Introduction to the A Perfect Swing Golf Association (Golf 100)
This is a 30 minute conference call introduction to the A Perfect Swing Golf Association. Topics covered include understanding how we organize, understanding the classification levels, and group standards of play. Additionally, we will get to know what every participant’s goal is with golf.
Finding Your Perfect Swing (Golf 101)
The Finding your Perfect Swing Workshop introduces the participants to the method of setting up and hitting the ball. This includes the proper warm-up, grip, stance, backswing, and follow through. Participants will have an opportunity to practice hitting the ball with various golf clubs. Includes practice balls.
LPGA GOLF 101: "Welcome to Golf" , from LPGA Teachers
6-SESSION program for new or relatively new female and male golfers. Through this LPGA program you will take your first step in your journey to learn, play and enjoy the game of golf
Session 1: Let’s Get the Ball Rolling – Putting
Session 2: Getting the Ball on the Green - Chipping
Session 3: Getting the Ball in the Air - Pitching
Session 4: Full Swing – It’s all about Connection
Session 5: BIG Clubs and Bunker Play – Empowering your Game
Session 6: Putting it all Together – Getting Comfortable On-Course
Preparing to Swing on the Course I (Golf 102)
The Preparing to Swing on the Course Workshop (Golf 102) is our PRACTICE with a PRO and PLAY with A PRO workshop designed for a small group to play with our LPGA golf professional. You will have a 30-minute warm up guided by our Pro and then play 9-holes on the Learning course with our Pro. You will receive guidance on your swing patterns, as well as best practices regarding the scorecard, etiquette, rules, and course management.
Preparing to Swing on the Course II (Golf 103)
The Preparing to Swing on the Course II Workshop (Golf 103) is our WORKSHOP with a PRO workshop designed to do an indepth review of the basics of the game of golf to the participants. Topics covered include: Introduction to the game of golf, business benefits of golf, behavior on the course and range, attire, clubs, and reserving a tee time, reading the scorecard and recording your score; reading the signs and understanding the layout of the course; etiquette on the Tee box, in the fairway, and on the green.
Identifying YOUR Perfect Plan
Identifying YOUR Perfect Communication Plan
The Identifying YOUR Perfect Communication Plan workshop provide tips on communicating while on the course. This workshop also review your specific goals on the course and what you can do to accomplish them. Identifying YOUR Perfect Networking Plan The Identifying YOUR Perfect Networking Plan workshop provide tips on networking on and off the course.
Perfecting YOUR Resume
The Perfecting YOUR Resume workshop encompasses an in-depth review of your resume. You will receive information on industry standards and tips on assist you to adequately represent your brand.
Strategic Planning
The Strategic Planning workshop assist attendees with developing their mission and vision statements, along with their long term goal. Additionally, assist attendees with identifying short term goals, as a series of next steps, to accomplish their long term goal.
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Standards of Play
Preparation
- All participants should finalize their RSVP 24 hours in advance of the start of the event. Anyone identified as a habitual violator of this rule will be placed on the waitlist for the next three events and confirmed within the 24 hour window prior to the start of the event.
- All participants should arrive with a spirit of fellowship through professional networking, while sharing in a competitive golf environment.
- All participants should wear golf attire. No jeans or t-shirts. A collared shirt is requested; however there are some acceptable shirts that do not have a collar. Sneakers are acceptable.
- Participants should arrive at the posted meetup time, which is typically 30 minutes prior to the posted tee time, to ensure a timely tee off. This will allow us to get paired up and be standing on the tee box at the tee time.
- Participants should be standing at the first hole at the tee time, unless modified by a facility representative or event organizer.
- All participants are encouraged to arrive 30-40 minutes prior to the meeting time, if they would like to participate in physical/swing warm ups at the driving range.
- All participants should inventory their golfing equipment prior to going to the first tee, to ensure you have what you need. Always have golf clubs, tees, a towel, enough balls, a ball marker, snacks, water, and a glove.
- Participants should put a unique identifying mark on each of their balls.
- Obtain cart/fairway/greens update from facility representative or event organizer.
- Bring a few dollars in cash for tipping (food cart, bag drop).
During Play
- Pace of play is determined by the group in FRONT of you. Stay within one hole of the group in front of you. HIT and WALK.
- Each golfer is allowed ONE mulligan per nine holes.
- Please prepare to take a group photo at the beginning of the round.
- Limit your stop at the turn (typically between holes 9 and 10) to five minutes.
- Keep golf carts 50 yards away from the green.
- Walkers should keep bags out of the bunker and off the green.
- Lines of communication to better understand golf and standards of play is always open for discussion and better understanding within every APSGA event.
On the Course
- There is a double par rule in effect during play. For example, if the hole is a par 4, once you have hit 8 times, you should pick up your ball, await for the others in your group to finish, and then continue to next hole. It may be a good idea to pick up your ball at double par minus 2 and take two putts on the green for additional practice. If a golfer finds that they rarely make it to the green within the allotted strokes, please consider participating in Golf 102.
- The USGA rule state that you have 3 minutes to look for a lost ball. If a ball cannot be found within 1-3 minutes, initiate a drop and continue play toward the green. If there is a group waiting on you, please wave them through and allow them to play.
- Please prepare to hit before it is your turn to hit.
- Please limit your practice swings to 2. Your setup over the ball should be a maximum of 15 seconds.
- Play “Ready” golf. In normal play, the person furthest away from the hole goes first. Because of the pace of play, we ask that all golfers prepare to play as quickly as possible and any prepared golfer should play their shot as soon as possible.
- Golfers should not talk, walk, or make noises of any kind once a golfer approach their ball and prepare to hit.
- Golfers should not stand within two club lengths of the golfer that is hitting.
- Be a ball spotter for fellow golfers while they are hitting. Once the ball lands, identify an unmovable object close to the ball and call it out.
- Record your scores on the next tee box, not while standing on the green or in the cart after you leave the green.
- Tee off between (or up to two club lengths behind) the tee markers.
- Play a provisional ball if you are uncertain you will find your golf ball.
- Keep carts and bags out of the bunker and off the green.
In the Fairway
- Repair your divots.
- Take extra clubs to prevent multiple trips back to the golf cart.
- When you are within 50 yards of the green, take your wedge and putter with you.
On the Green
- Please mark your ball once it lands on the green.
- Read the green while you are walking up or while others are putting.
- While on the green, never walk in another golfer’s line. To determine this line, draw an imaginary line from the ball to the hole.
- When a golfer is putting, other golfers should ensure that their shadow is not in the putter’s line. It’s a good idea to make a habit of marking your ball once it lands on the green, to prevent any interference with someone else’s putt.
In the Bunker
- You can not ground your club in the bunker. Meaning, you should not allow your club to touch the sand prior to your shot.
- A Perfect Swing Local Rule: You may drop your ball out of the bunker and take a two stroke penalty. You are allowed to take the bunker out of play with your drop.
- Enter the bunker from the lowest side.
- Rake the bunker after you hit.
Social
- Please discuss music preferences with your cart mate prior to play.
- Play with multiple groups are encouraged, however if you are found "recruiting" members for your group, for hosting or administration purposes, and discouraging play with A Perfect Swing, you will be removed from the events site without refund.
Lessons with our LPGA Golf Pro, Ashaunta Epps
Golf Lessons
Work one-on-one or in a group setting with our Pro.
Individual Lessons
Members: $80 per hour
Non-Members: $100 per hour
PLAY with a Pro
9-Hole play with our Pro on a local golf course. The course will be chosen based on your skill level. You will receive guidance on your swing patterns, as well as best practices regarding the scorecard, etiquette, rules, and course management.
PRACTICE with a PRO
PRACTICE with a PRO
90-minutes of practice guided by our Pro. You will receive best practices for warming up, practicing, and executing on the practice range.
LPGA Golf 101
PRACTICE with a PRO
6-SESSION program for new or relatively new female and male golfers. Through this LPGA program you will take your first step in your journey to learn, play and enjoy the game of golf
Session 1 of 5: Golf Fundamentals /Terminology and What club to use where?
Session 2 of 5: Chipping and On-course Wellness
Session 3 of 5: Full Swing and On-course Etiquette
Session 4 of 5: Putting and Reading the Scorecard
Session 5 of 5: Driver and Basic Golf Rules
P. A. R. Program
P. A. R. Program
Pro-Assisted Readiness Program is a 5-session program guided by our LPGA golf professional, which will guide you through steps to continue building your golf skill, knowledge, and confidence. It's a customizable program of our PLAY with a PRO, PRACTICE with a PRO, and WORKSHOP with a PRO workshops. This is highly recommended after Golf 101.