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Golf
Burke Lake Golf Center
6915 Ox Road Fairfax Station, Va. 22039 703-323-1641 http://bit.ly/burkelakegc
• 18-hole, par-3 course, 2,843 yards. • Putting green and chipping area. • Burke Lake Golf Academy group and private lessons: 703-324-9719. • Short game holes from 90-200 yards. • Clubhouse offers food service, clubs and golf supplies. • Pull carts and clubs are available for rent. • Two-level driving range with 64 hitting stations; 24 are heated and covered.
Greendale Golf Course
• 18-hole regulation, par-70 course, 6,237 yards. • Bermuda grass fairways and several water hazards. • Practice putting green. • Clubhouse offers food service and golf supplies. • Power carts, golf clubs and pull carts are available for rent. • Private golf lessons and outing packages are available.
Jefferson District Golf Course
7900 Lee Highway Falls Church, Va. 22042 703-573-0444 http://bit.ly/jeffersongc
• 9-hole, par-35 executive course, 2,415 yards. • Practice putting green and chipping area. • Great walking course for all ages. • Clubhouse offers food service and golf supplies. • Pull carts and power carts are available for rent. • Additional features: 18-hole miniature golf course, lighted basketball and tennis courts.
Oak Marr Golf Center
• 9-hole, par-3 course, 1,456-yards. • Large practice area for chipping, putting and sand shots. • Lighted, 78-station driving range with target greens, sand bunker and grass tees. • Covered and heated driving range stations allow for practice in all weather conditions. • Everybody Golf School offers private and group lessons: 703-255-5396. • Additional instruction for ages 7-18 through The First Tee: 202-479-2588.
Pinecrest Golf Course
6600 Little River Turnpike Alexandria, Va. 22312 703-941-1061 http://bit.ly/pinecrestgc
• 9-hole, par-35 executive course, 2,462 yards. • Putting green and 10-outdoor practice nets. • Indoor practice bays and TrackMan 4 golf simulator. • Clubhouse offers food service and golf supplies. • Pinecrest Golf Academy offers private and group lessons: 703-941-1061. • Golf clubs, pull carts and power carts are available for rent. • AFGL-certified, 18-hole, par-60 Foot-
Golf course. To reserve a FootGolf tee time, call the course.
Pleasant Valley Golf Club
4715 Pleasant Valley Road Chantilly, Va. 20151 703-222-7900 http://pleasantvalleygc.com
• Upscale, 18-hole, daily fee course and driving range. • Owned by Fairfax County Park
Authority. • Independently operated by a private golf management company. • For fees, tee time procedures and operating hours, call 703-222-7900.
Laurel Hill Golf Club
8701 Laurel Crest Drive Lorton, Va. 22079 703-493-8849 http://bit.ly/laurelhillgc
• 18-hole, par-71 championship course, 7,102-yards. • 30-station driving range. • Putting green, chipping area and practice bunkers. • Power carts, golf clubs and pullcarts are available for rent. • Clubhouse offers food service, event catering and golf supplies. • Eisman Golf Academy offers private and group lessons: 703-919-3056. • Lessons for ages 7-18 through • The First Tee: 202-479-2588.
Twin Lakes Golf Course
6201 Union Mill Road Clifton, Va. 20124 703-631-9099 http://bit.ly/twin-lakes-gc
Two courses; two golf experiences; one location. • The Oaks Course, 18-hole, par-71, 6,715 yards. • The Lakes Course, 18-hole, par-72, 6,695 yards. • Putting green, chipping area and driving range. • Clubhouse offers food service, special event catering, clubs and golf accessories. • Eisman Golf Academy offers private and group lessons: 703-919-3056.
Golfers, please note:
Cart rental and greens fees vary by site. Call the course of your choice for information. Metal golf spikes are prohibited at all Fairfax County Park Authority golf courses. Senior and Junior rate availability varies by course.
Junior Golf Fairfax
Golf Fairfax is committed to encouraging juniors to learn, practice, play and enjoy the game. Golf is an excellent family sport that promotes good manners, builds friendships and can be enjoyed for a lifetime. Juniors ages 5-17 receive discounted greens fees and range balls at all courses. Classes, camps and lessons are also available for ages 5 and older. To learn more, call the course of your choice.
USGA handicap service offered
Handicap services are provided at Greendale, Jefferson, Pinecrest, Twin Lakes and Laurel Hill golf courses. The hands-on system allows you to enter your own scores and get an updated handicap, which you receive twice monthly. The Handicap Index is computed under the USGA Handicap System. By enrolling, you are eligible to participate in Virginia State Golf Association events. Handicap services are available year-round. Contact any Park Authority golf course for more information.
Golf Classes Get Golf Ready Parent/Child I
(7-17 yrs.) This course covers grip, posture, ball position, alignment, chipping, putting and fullswing fundamentals. Course orientation, etiquette, rules and basic understanding of equipment are also covered. Classes at Pinecrest are held indoors during inclement weather. Parent participates in class with registered child.
4GG 5--55 minute lessons--$193 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake GC M 7pm A60.RRVZ 3/20 4GG Burke Lake GC T 7pm A60.F7FO 5/9 4GG Pinecrest GC Sa 11am A60.TVL7 4/1 4GG Pinecrest GC Sa 11am A60.BC9N 5/20 4GG
Get Golf Ready Parent/Child II
(7-17 yrs.) Prerequisite: Get Golf Ready Parent/Child I. Class is for those who want to further their golf skills through more advanced instruction while still emphasizing the basics. Range balls are included in the class fee, and loaner clubs are available.
4GG 5--55 minute lessons--$193 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake GC T 7pm BB7.9811 3/21 4GG Burke Lake GC M 7pm BB7.TD3D 5/8 4GG
Starting New at Golf (SNAG)
(5-7 yrs.) Course covers basic golf elements in a modified form for kids. Children have fun using larger and more colorful clubs to increase confidence and coordination. All equipment is provided. Athletic shoes are recommended. Classes at Pinecrest are held indoors.
4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake GC Su 10am C5A.XQ6J 3/19 4GB Burke Lake GC Su 11am C5A.7KK8 3/19 4GB Burke Lake GC Sa 9am C5A.738Y 5/6 4GB Burke Lake GC Su 9am C5A.Q47I 5/7 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 2pm C5A.LGK9 4/1 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 4pm C5A.3FKE 4/1 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 1pm C5A.DTTW 4/2 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 2pm C5A.BV5L 4/2 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 2pm C5A.A631 5/20 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 3pm C5A.QZ0F 5/20 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 1pm C5A.1FFF 5/21 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 3pm C5A.2CHG 5/21 4GB
SNAG II
(5-7 yrs.) Prerequisite: SNAG I. Students review and expand upon fundamentals learned in SNAG I using additional training aids to reinforce proper technique. All equipment is provided and athletic shoes are recommended.
4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake GC Su 1pm D71.E8XO 3/19 4GB Burke Lake GC Sa 11am D71.72AZ 5/6 4GB Burke Lake GC Su 10am D71.1QOU 5/7 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 3pm D71.M6QK 4/1 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 2pm D71.IVMP 4/2 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 3pm D71.385S 4/2 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 1pm D71.OCNB 5/20 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 2pm D71.J867 5/21 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 4pm D71.OUWX 5/21 4GB
SNAG III
(5-7 yrs.) Prerequisite: SNAG II. Students apply skills learned in SNAG II while playing simulated golf holes. Lessons focus on proper club selection, swing dynamics, scoring and course etiquette. All equipment is provided and athletic shoes are recommended.
4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake GC Su 2pm 19C.XKS3 3/19 4GB Burke Lake GC Su 11am 19C.Q8WK 5/7 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 1pm 19C.J0Q2 4/1 4GB (5-7 yrs.) Prerequisite: SNAG III. This is taught with real clubs and balls and is designed for SNAG III graduates who do not meet the minimum age requirements for our Junior Get Golf Ready classes but are ready for advancement. Topics include grip, stance, target and balance. Last class goes out on course for two holes. Range balls included in class fee and loaner clubs are available.
4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake GC Su 12pm 0EC.TFXI 5/7 4GB
Junior Get Golf Ready I
(7-12 yrs.) This PGA-developed class introduces students to golf in a fun and friendly environment. Class focuses on fundamentals and step-by-step drills. Topics include grip, stance, target and balance. Range balls are included in the class fee and loaner clubs are available.
4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 4GC 4--55 minute lessons--$128 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake GC Sa 10am 8C0.050W 3/18 4GC Burke Lake GC M 6pm 8C0.VG3A 3/20 4GC Burke Lake GC Sa 10am 8C0.W3AL 5/6 4GC Burke Lake GC Su 10am 8C0.BW3S 5/7 4GC Pinecrest GC Sa 12pm 8C0.XXRU 4/1 4GB
Junior Get Golf Ready II
(7-12 yrs.) Group lessons covering additional rules, course etiquette, club grip, putting, stance and golf swing. Range balls are included in the class fee and loaner clubs are available.
4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake GC Sa 11am 265.AX0V 3/18 4GB Burke Lake GC T 6pm 265.N1QK 3/21 4GB Burke Lake GC Sa 11am 265.K5Y6 5/6 4GB Burke Lake GC Su 10am 265.LER3 5/7 4GB Burke Lake GC M 6pm 265.35FK 5/8 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 10am 265.JEHM 5/20 4GB
Get Golf Ready I
This PGA-developed class introduces game fundamentals to new golfers. Grip, stance, set up and ball position are taught for putting, chipping and iron play along with hitting tee shots with hybrids and woods. A basic knowledge of golf equipment is included. Range balls are included in the class fee, and loaner clubs are available. Final class may be held on the golf course.
4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $ (Co-ed 13-17 yrs.)
Burke Lake GC Th 6pm IIU.385M 5/11 4GB
(Co-ed 13-Adult)
Burke Lake GC Sa 1pm AEE.QPAC 3/18 4GB Burke Lake GC Sa 10am AEE.9XZR 3/18 4GB Burke Lake GC Th 10am AEE.WTWW 3/23 4GB Burke Lake GC Th 11am AEE.FFLZ 3/23 4GB Burke Lake GC Sa 12pm AEE.S6ZS 5/6 4GB Burke Lake GC Su 1pm AEE.MGSG 5/7 4GB Burke Lake GC Su 2pm AEE.RTF2 5/7 4GB Burke Lake GC Th 10am AEE.FGK2 5/11 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 10am AEE.VJGT 4/1 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 10am AEE.NP5H 4/2 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 11am AEE.LVUA 5/21 4GB
(Ladies only 13-Adult)
Burke Lake GC Sa 11am 219.5CEI 3/18 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 9am 219.XSWX 4/1 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 11am 219.D4R0 4/2 4GB
Get Golf Ready II
Prerequisite: Get Golf Ready I. This course covers advanced topics for beginning golfers. Aim and alignment are introduced to putting, chipping and iron shots, and hybrids and woods are hit without a tee. Range balls are included in the class fee, and loaner clubs are available. The final class may be held on the golf course.
Burke Lake GC Th 6pm GC0.11Z0 5/11 4GB
(Co-ed 13-Adult)
Burke Lake GC Sa 2pm F2A.NSLF 3/18 4GB Burke Lake GC Th 7pm F2A.2ELO 3/23 4GB Burke Lake GC Th 11am F2A.TXTL 3/23 4GB Burke Lake GC Sa 10am F2A.O6MG 5/6 4GB Burke Lake GC Th 6pm F2A.TYYN 5/11 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 9am F2A.WUWE 4/2 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 12pm F2A.EU0U 5/20 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 10am F2A.U6DK 5/21 4GB
(Ladies only 13-Adult)
Burke Lake GC Sa 4pm 46F.HI9M 3/18 4GB Burke Lake GC W 7pm 46F.19Z2 3/22 4GB Burke Lake GC Sa 4pm 46F.HR16 5/6 4GB Burke Lake GC W 7pm 46F.N7AB 5/10 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 9am 46F.NPR5 5/20 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 12pm 46F.TFJ2 5/21 4GB
Get Golf Ready-Taking it to the Course
(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Get Golf Ready II. This course transitions students onto the course to put their skills into action. Range balls are included in the class fee and loaner clubs are available.
4GR 2--2 hour lessons--$122 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Pinecrest GC Su 12pm 436.HVC0 4/2 4GR Pinecrest GC Sa 1pm 436.HD0W 5/20 4GR
Golf-Long Game Lessons
(13-Adult) Course focuses on the clubs used in the long game such as irons, hybrids, fairway woods and drivers. Range balls are included in the class fee and loaner clubs are available.
4GC 4--55 minute lessons--$128 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake GC Su 10am 49C.7XAA 5/7 4GC
Golf-Wedge & Short Irons
(13-Adult) Course focuses on improving shots that will lower your score such as pitch shots, flop shots, 60 yards and in, as well as the distances for each shot type. Range balls are included in the class fee and loaner clubs are available.
4GC 4--55 minute lessons--$128 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake GC Su 3pm D23.LT5T 5/7 4GC
Tournaments
Fee due at time of registration, call course to register.
Going for the Green Tournament
Saturday, March 18, 10 a.m.
(7yrs. +) Pinecrest Golf Course, 703-941-1061. Players compete in a 9-hole individual stroke tournament. Four Divisions: Men 18 and up, Juniors 7-11, Juniors 12-17, and Women 18 and up. Prizes for first, second and third place in all divisions. Limited to first 48 athletes. Closest to the pin contest. Rain date March 25. Cost: $45 per player Lunch is not included.
Spring Best Ball
Saturday, April 1, 10 a.m.
(18 yrs. +), Jefferson Golf Course, 703-323-1641. Teams of two compete in a 9-hole, best ball stroke play tournament. Rain date April 8. $70 per team
Spring Scramble
Sunday, May 7, 10 a.m.,
(7 yrs. +) Pinecrest Golf Course, 703-941-1061. Teams of two players compete in a 9-hole scramble format. Closest to the pin contest. Prizes for first, second and third place teams in three age divisions: Adult/Junior 7-12, Adult/Junior 13-17, Adult/Adult. Limited to first 24 teams. Rain date May 21. $90 per team. Includes lunch.
Par 3 Challenge
Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m.
(18 yrs. +) Jefferson Golf Course, 703-323-1641. Participants compete in an individual stroke play tournament. Jefferson’s tee boxes will be moved around to turn the entire course into a par-3. Rain date May 20. $35 per player
Person Best Ball (Shotgun Start)
Saturday, May 13, 8 a.m.
(12 yrs. +) Oak Marr Golf Center, 703-255-5390. Teams of two compete in a 9-hole, best ball, stroke play tournament, also known as better ball or four ball. Each participant plays their own ball from the tee shot through putting out, and the team records the lowest score between the teammates as their team score. Prizes will be awarded for first, second, third, and closest to the pin. Limited to the first 18 teams. Rain date May 20. $60 per team. $45 per player.
