Proshop & Tee-Offs:
905-838-0200 ext 1
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Upcoming Events
& Promotions
Every Tuesday is Ladies Night
Wed, July 30th
Men's BBQ & Golf
Fri, Aug 1st
Nine and Dine
Sat, Aug 16th
Investors Group Fun Day
Sunday, Aug 23rd
Hit the Green Days
August 11-14th
Summer Camps
S O L D O U T
Month of August
Millcroft Golf Getaway
Fast Play Rewards
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Chef's Pick of the Month!
Our new menu is receiving rave reviews. Try our signature martini -- the Lychee Martini with our fabulous Grilled Calamari while enjoying the views from the patio. Great after a round with your golf buddies, or meet up with friends on a warm summer evening!
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Have you heard Caledon Country Club on Toronto's premier sports radio station -- the Fan 590? Let us know that you've heard us and tell us what you think!
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Greetings!
New Holes Unveiled on Sunday, July 20th!
The course changes are now in play as the 17th and 18th hole redesigns were put into play on Sunday July 20th. While the rain dampened many golfers' spirits, by Monday the sun was shining and curious golfers were teeing it up in droves. The course will now play at just over 6500 yards, extending play by over 350 yards. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. We're so convinced that you'll want to try the new holes that we're offering you a special "replay" opportunity -- buy a "replay" game on the same day you play the new holes and you'll get your "replay" round for only $60.
Course is in Fabulous Condition
Thanks to the efficient watering system that we installed at the end of last season the course is in absolutely fabulous condition: the fairways are lush and gorgeous and the greens are faster than ever.
Great Summer Happenings During July & August
Our summers are too short for our liking, so we're doing everything we can to help make your golfing experience exceptional at Caledon Club this summer. We've got all kinds of great promotions and events happening over the next six weeks, so be sure to come by and join in the fun.
First Hole-in-One this Season
On Saturday, July 19th, Mike Kennedy, from Barrie, Ontario, playing in the John Cadenhead Memorial golf tournament, achieved a hole-in-one on the 16th hole using his 8-iron. It was our first hole-in-one this season! Congratulations Mike!
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Upcoming Events
Every Tuesday Night Ladies Night
Join us every Tuesday evening for golf, instruction, and casual fun! Newcomers definitely welcome. Each evening includes a 1/2 hour of instruction and 9 holes of golf (including shared cart) for $45. Various levels of instruction make this a perfect evening for brand new golfers as well as more experienced golfers.
Wednesday, July 30th - 5pm
Men's Night BBQ & Golf
Friday, August 1st - 5pm
Friday Night Nine & Dine
Saturday, August 16th
The Investors Group - Fun & prizes all day long!
Sunday, August 23rd
Caledon Country Club's - Hit the Green & Double Your Money!
Month of August
Caledon Country Club & Millcroft Inn & Spa present...
A Great New One Night Golf Getaway -- until August 31/08.
August 11-14
Junior Summer Camps
SOLD OUT!
Caledon Country Club's Fast Play Reward Program now in effect!
Full details >
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Do you regularly practice on the putting green before your round?
Cast your vote now - follow this link and click on the Take our Poll Tab >
Last month we asked what's your favourite Golf Tournament?
The Masters - 46%
US Open - 23%
Canadian Open - 31%
PGA Championship - 0%
Ryder Cup - 0%
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 TIPS FROM THE PRO
Putting - The game within a game!
It's often been said that putting is a game within the game of golf, and there seems to be no general consensus as to the best technique for putting.
Choose the technique that's best for you.
There are a number of proven methods for putting, but it always makes sense to pay attention to the fundamentals and then adapt from these principles to suit your game.
The essence of putting
In it's most simple terms, there are three key elements to sinking your putt: making contact with the ball with the centre of your putter face; ensuring that when you contact the ball you are online with the target; and accelerating the clubhead through impact!
The orthodox approach to putting
A basic approach to putting involves placing your hands in a neutral position with the palms facing one another, bending from the waist with your arms and hands hanging down naturally, using a basic pendulum action stroke, controlled by the shoulders (imagine a triangle formed by your arms and shoulders when you address the ball), and maintaining a triangular relationship throughout your stroke, from backswing to follow through!
Controlling your grip
One of the major problems when putting is allowing your wrist to break down through impact -- often called the "yips". Sometimes a new grip style is the best solution to this problem. A new grip style can take the problem off your actual stroke and help cure the yips. Consider a grip where you drop your left hand below the right, which locks your wrist into position and prevents any unwanted wrist action. Or consider the Langer grip which was developed by golfer Bernhard Langer to help keep your wrists locked and involves clasping the fingers of your right hand around your left forearm, effectively taking the right hand out of the stroke action.
Stabilize your lower body
Great golfers have one thing in common when they putt -- they have an extremely stable lower body and swing the putter from above the waist! Do your utmost to keep your lower body stable through your putt!
 Other traps to avoid when putting:
Don't look up too soon!
A continuous swing action is essential -- always ensure that your through-swing is exactly the same length as your back swing.
Don't overthink your putt -- stick to the fundamentals of your swing and let it work for you!
Practice your short putt!
While practicing your long putt is fun, the vast majority of your putts during a game will be from within 15 feet of the hole, so when you're on the practice green, practice, practice and more practice those short putts! Remember that while putting is open to personal interpretation, it's always best to start with the fundamentals!
Yours in golf,
Kevin Purcell
CPGA Professional
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 GOLF DICTIONARY:
"Yips"
"Yips" is a term used in golf to describe shakiness or nervousness when making a shot. The yips are most commonly associated with putting but can also be evidenced in chipping and full swings.
The Mayo Clinic estimates that 33% to 48% of serious golfers have experienced the yips! |
 GOLF ETIQUETTE/RULES:
Putting- Don't step in the path of a ball lying on the green -- your foot may make a depression and cause a ball to roll off path.
- When marking your ball on a green, place a coin or marker behind your ball, on the opposite side of the ball as the hole. Rules of Golf also allow you to clean your ball at this time!
- The Rules of Golf say that a ball can not strike a flagstick when it is hit from the green (though it's okay if you've hit the flagstick from a shot off the green).
- Players should remain on or close to the putting green until all other players in the group have holed out.
- Players should not stand on another players putting line and when he is taking his stroke they should stand far enough away so as not to cast a shadow.
- When tending the pin for another golfer stand at least an arms length away, ensuring that you don't cast a shadow, and with your free hand, hold the flag so it doesn't flap in the breeze.
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Great Summer Happenings at Caledon Country Club
 Best Dressed Canadians
Thank you to everyone who came out on Canada Day and participated in our "best dressed Canadian" contest. Congratulations to our winner Cathy Keyes, and runner-up Greg McMullin!
Men's Night BBQ - Wednesday, July 30th - 5pm
Bring your friends and enjoy a guys night of golf. Package includes 9 holes of golf (including shared cart), fun competitions, random prizes, steak on a bun & lots of fun.
$55/person. Reservations required!
Caledon Country Club's Fast Play Rewards Program Now In Effect
Back again for another year, Caledon Country Club's Fast Play Rewards Program is great for golfers who want a quick game of golf during the summer. Play the course in under 4 1/2 hours and receive a $10 Caledon Country Club restaurant voucher and a $20 Millcroft Inn spa gift certificate.
Friday Night Nine & Dine - Friday, August 1st - 5pm
A great way to finish the work week -- a relaxing round of golf & dinner overlooking the course. Package includes 9 holes of golf (including shared chart), choice of:
- BBQ Triple A steak & baked potato
- Chicken parmigiana and pasta pomodoro
- Grilled salmon with mango salsa & rice pilaf
$65/person. Reservations required!
 The Investor's Group - Saturday, August 16th
The
Investor's Group will be at Caledon Country Club all day long, offering
a day of fun and events.
Come on out for a chance to win a trip to
Scotland, and various other prizes throughout the day!
Hit the Green & Double Your Money! Sunday, August 24th
Come on out and play during this fun event. Place a bet from $5 to $50. If you hit the green you'll receive double your bet value in a Pro Shop gift certificate. If you don't hit the green, you'll still receive the value of your bet in a Pro Shop gift certificate. Definitely worth the gamble! Come on out and join in the fun!
 Enjoy a Caledon Golf Getaway
at the Millcroft Inn & Spa
This great new golf getaway package, available exclusively to Caledon Country Club golfers, gives you a chance to escape for a quick golf getaway. Experience one night of luxury accommodation at the award-winning Millcroft Inn & Spa, including a 3-course gourmet dinner in the Millcroft Inn's Main Dining Room, complimentary evening turn down service, a country continental breakfast buffet, and 18 holes of championship calibre golf, including cart at Caledon Country Club. From $395 per couple, plus taxes & gratuities. Valid until August 31st; Sundays to Thursdays only. To book your getaway or for more details call 1-800-383-3976 or email millcroft@millcroft.com
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From the Pro Shop!
The Caledon Country Club Pro Shop is one of the premier golf pro shops in the country, and was recognized in 2007 with Pro Shop magazine's Prestige Award as one of the country's most outstanding pro shops. Our Pro Shop has a full line of apparel and equipment to serve your every need.
Mid-Summer Pro Shop Sale
Now is the perfect time to check out the selection in the Pro Shop. Our mid-summer sale offers a great selection and great prices on equipment and apparel.
 Looking for a new set of irons?
Be sure to enter our Annual Pro Shop
"Buy the Square" Contest
Our "Buy the Square" contest is one golfers look forward to each year. Drop by the Pro Shop, enter our "Buy the Square" contest and be eligible to win a new set of TaylorMade Tour Burner irons in steel.
(a $799 value) Buy your square early to avoid disappointment -- only a limited number of squares available!
Give TaylorMade Clubs a try!
If you are in the market to purchase new clubs this season, just drop by the Pro Shop and speak with any of our staff. We're happy to provide you with demo drivers, irons and fairway woods anytime!
TaylorMade Web Site Links:
Drivers
Fairway
Rescue Clubs
Irons
Putters
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GRAND HIGHLAND GOLF CLUB
 If
you only have time for 9-holes, drop by our sister course GRAND
HIGHLAND GOLF CLUB Located in the heart of Mississauga, near Square
One.
This par-three executive golf club is the just the place to perfect your short game! Grand Highland Golf Club
376 Barondale Drive
Mississauga
905-712-1183
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Contact the Caledon Country Club
Proshop/Tee-Offs:
(905) 838-0200 ext. 1
Tournaments, Meetings and Weddings:
(905) 838-0200 ext. 2
Fax Line:
(905) 838-2003
www.golfcaledon.com
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