We're Back!

We were thrilled to officially open the course last Friday, and it was fantastic to see a full tee sheet with 267 players enjoying the day.

Many members shared positive feedback about the course conditions - credit goes to Kyle and his team for their outstanding work. The Food & Beverage service also received high praise, with special thanks to Fareena and her team, as well as Chef and his team for delivering a menu that impressed with both variety and quality.

Cam spent the weekend connecting with members, and I've heard great things about the golf department, including the back shop - well done to Cam and his team.

We're excited to welcome everyone back this weekend for our Opening Day events!

On Course Washroom Townhall

The On Course Washroom Committee has done a significant amount of work over the winter looking at options to replace our current on-course washrooms. These options comply with current and future regulations (health, waste, accessibility) and we are looking to ensure that they meet the needs of the membership as well.

We have shared our learnings and proposed options with member focus groups over the last few weeks and have taken this feedback into account to come up with two options to replace our current washrooms.

We are scheduling a Townhall on May 6 to share our findings, as well as present two different options for consideration.

The Townhall meeting details:

• Date: Tuesday, May 6
• Time: 7:00 p.m.
• Attendance Options: In person, Zoom

Zoom details will be shared in a separate email. The email will also contain a link to a pre-read of the Townhall presentation. Please note that the Townhall will be recorded for anyone not available to attend.

After the Townhall, the Committee will review the feedback from the membership to align on a single option to replace our current on-course washrooms.

The vote to approve funding for the on-course washroom replacement will take place on June 10. Further details will be published in advance of the vote.

Upcoming Fitting Days - Sign Up Now!

• We are excited to announce our upcoming Fitting Days with top golf manufacturers! Callaway will be hosting fitting sessions on May 18th and June 11th, and Titleist will be on-site May 28th. Dates for TaylorMade and Srixon are still to be determined, so stay tuned for updates.
• All currently scheduled fitting days are now open for registration on our website via the "Fitting Days" section under the golf tab. Through the ForeTees app, click the "Fitting Days" box next to "My Reservations".
• To register, simply select the manufacturer/date you're interested in, then choose the corresponding date on the calendar to view and reserve available time slots. Be sure to include in the notes what equipment you're looking to be fitted for so our reps can tailor the experience to your needs.
• Don't miss this great opportunity to get custom-fitted by the professionals!

FootJoy Shoe Day May 28th at 12:00 p.m.

• Step into the #1 brand in golf footwear. Experience comfort, performance, and style you have to feel to believe. Try the latest and greatest on shoe day!
• No appointments needed!

League Sign Up

• Tuesday Ladies League is now open to all Spousal Members for registration (play must be after 4:30 p.m.)
• Men's League registration is open, deadline is May 11th.
  • Opening Night Men's League Shotgun on May 14th is open for registration.

Handicap Posting

• When posting scores from 9-17 holes played, please make sure you are entering "0" for any holes missed in the round.
• 9 holes must be completed to post a score.

We are looking forward to hosting the Women's and Men's opening events this weekend!

Beverage carts will be running daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. starting Monday, and the Halfway House remains self-serve for now. If you'd like to purchase beers before your round, please visit the clubhouse.

A reminder to make your reservations for Mother's Day! We'll be offering both Brunch (11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) and Dinner (5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.) on Sunday, May 11th. Please email or call Fareena to reserve your table.

Finally, don't forget about our special $1 corkage fee every Monday and Tuesday! Bring along that bottle you've been saving or simply your preferred wine, and pair it perfectly with our menu for just a loonie!

Looking forward to seeing everyone soon!

Don't Stress Over Your Lies

At the range, we always get a perfectly flat lie, but, as we know, this is seemingly never the case on the course. In most cases, the best advice for an awkward lie/stance is to keep things simple by not making a bunch of unnecessary adjustments. Unless the lie is extreme, it will only influence the ball's flight marginally. Don't get me wrong, it's good being aware that on sidehill lies, the ball will tend to curve toward the low side of the slope. And that if the ball is a couple of inches above your feet, you should grip down on the club an equivalent amount to counteract the slope. But beyond these considerations, direct your focus on making a normal golf swing, paying particular attention to maintaining good balance. By concentrating on your swing rather than your lie, you're more likely to commit to your shot and, as a consequence, get rewarded with a positive outcome.

Spring Clinics

Spring Clinics commence in mid May. They are intended to prepare students for the upcoming season by providing an overview of all aspects of the game such as the full swing, short game, and putting. Clinics include 4 sessions at the range and/or short game complex, plus a playing lesson to wrap things up. Maximum of 6 participants per class. Cost: $175.

Clinic Dates

Class Dates and Times

• Morning Women - Wednesday, May 21, 10:00 a.m.
• Evening Women - Thursday May 15, 6:30 p.m.
• Mixed Tuesday - May 20, 7:00 p.m.

Junior Camps

The Whitevale Junior Camps are intended to be fun, but also to ensure each student becomes a better golfer. The camps run Monday-Friday from 9am-2pm and are offered for junior members 10-18 years old. Beneficial for juniors of all skill levels. Dates: July 21-25, July 28-August 1, August 18-22. Cost: $545.

Spring Lesson Specials

“Sharpen That Short Game”

3 one-hour lessons focusing on improving your short game, ultimately leading to better scoring. Cost: $240.

“Enter Sandman”

A one-hour sand lesson where we review and work on your fundamentals. Let's turn your weakness into a strength. Cost: $85.

“Swing Thing”

5 one-hour lessons focusing on your full swing. After assessing your swing utilizing Trackman technology, we'll organize a comprehensive plan to make it better. Cost: $395.

“Back On Course”

9 hole playing lesson. There's nowhere better than on the course for me to observe and assess the strengths and weaknesses of your golf game. Split the cost with someone else. Cost: $150.

“Junior Package”

5 one-hour lessons for juniors intent upon developing all aspects of their golf game this Spring. Cost: $295.

*For further information, contact Whitevale Teaching Professional Kevan Goble at 416-873-6984 or kevangoble@gmail.com.