Running a Golf School - Event Planning Guide PDF

You have the flexibility to choose the exact golf schools offered at your club. You can select from a variety of themed golf schools available in both the Half Day and Full Day options. Within the Golf Schools page, you will find an event plan for each golf school option. This plan will include a s...

You have the flexibility to choose the exact golf schools offered at your club. You can select from a variety of themed golf schools available in both the Half Day and Full Day options. Within the Golf Schools page, you will find an event plan for each golf school option. This plan will include a suggested timetable for the event as well as the content that you can provide. The Golf School is all about inspiring club ready golfers to engage in further programming at your club, as well as develop their skills. We want them to leave the event having built new social connections, improved their skills, and knowing the next stop for them to continue their journey with you and engage with what is on offer at your club. The day starts by welcoming your participants. Outline the flow of the day and the output of the event as well as help orientate your attendees with the club and get to know others attending. Next, head to the practice facilities where the first part of the day is taking place. If running a Short Game Golf School this may be the putting green to develop putting skills through one to one coaching, practice games and effective practice drills. Following on from this, allow your attendees to have a short break for refreshments before rotating to your next skill focus, which may be the short game facilities for developing chipping skills. This is another great opportunity to play some fun team-based games across these skills and develop participant's skills through private coaching. You should end the half day events with a fun, competitive and engaging session attempting the short game scoring goal challenges. This will help students to learn how to practice effectively and benchmark their skills. Finally, bring your event to a close with a short prize presentation and take the opportunity to engage with participants on their next steps at your club. To assist you in planning and organizing your Golf School, you can access downloadable event plans through the Coaches Toolbox for each of the event options. Visit the Golf School page and choose the 'Event Plan' section. You can view these via the Hub or download them to your device. The \"Event Layout and Setup\" section will provide you with recommendations on how to arrange each section of your event, ensuring that it is delivered safely and effectively, and meets the learning outcomes. Each event plan will include a list of the specific equipment required to conduct each session within the Golf School. The timetable part of the plan provides you with an overview of what is delivered in the event and how the event is broken down across the duration. Technical guidance ideas are provided in the event plan to help you to deliver content to those attending during group discussions and through the golf school. Each event plan will include game cards and practice stations that you can utilise in your event to ensure the session is engaging for your attendees. Your Golf School may even offer an opportunity for participants to go on the golf course, depending on the theme and duration of the event. Guidance will be provided in the event plan if this is applicable. The plans will include scoring goal challenges that are specifically related to the skills being covered in your golf school. At your discretion, you can choose to incorporate these scoring goal challenges into your event. Finally, the event plans include specific challenges that can be measured using TrackMan technology. Incorporate TrackMan technology into your Golf School to demonstrate the additional value it offers. The success of the golf school and the conversions from the event into further programming will be driven by the participant's experience on the day. We are aiming to provide you with all the tools you need to make it a success, but you have a critical role to play in delivering a great experience for those who attend. Golf Schools aim to create positive experiences for participants, inspiring them to sign up for further programming, engage in club activities, and maximize their membership. Ensure that you keep the day lighthearted and fun! Nothing will undermine the success of the day more than the perception that the environment is not safe. Always keep this in mind so you can create a sense that activities at the club are always delivered with the welfare of participants in mind. Remember that there may be a range of ages, abilities, and experiences among the attendees of your Golf School. Therefore, ensure that the flow of the day is as inclusive as possible for all participants. Preparation will be key to the successful delivery of your golf school. Not only will this help you enjoy the event, but it will also contribute to creating a positive image of you and your club. Golf Schools serve as a shop window for participants to get a glimpse into life at your venue and experience your coaching programs. You should strive to ensure that everyone involved creates an environment and atmosphere that allows the participants to feel confident and comfortable at the club. At any time when participants interact with one another, you play a crucial role in driving connections between individuals and opening up opportunities outside of the program. Ultimately, participants should feel a sense of achievement and enjoyment in playing the game. It is essential to ignite their enthusiasm and passion for learning by helping them develop their skills.