From the Teaching Tee

Jim Goergen, Director of Instruction

As the new Director of Instruction, I am honored to be joining the Professional Staff and truly look forward to leading the instruction program. Since my first visit to Timuqauna in the early 1990s, I have had a love for the course and the Club. TCC’s rich tradition, esteemed membership, and overall culture have held a special place in my heart for years.

Our immediate goal for the instruction program is to align the instructional offering with the ethos of the Club. A top-level club should offer top-level instruction, and I am charged with bringing the program upward.

I have a passion for helping anyone who loves this great game. I derive as much satisfaction from helping new golfers make solid contact as I do helping a plus-two handicap win the Club Championship. Whether you are brand new to the game or a player with vast experience, getting better requires a commitment. I hope to create a culture where members look to improve by committing to a plan for improvement over time. Every once in a while, “dial a prayer” works where we can catch lightning in a bottle and make a big difference in a player’s game with a one-off lesson. However, for the vast majority of players, seeing them repeatedly over time is the fail-proof option for tremendous improvement.

My personal mission in golf has been centered around building viable, fun, and competitive junior programs. Blanton’s capable staff and I will be committed to making the Timuquana Junior Golf Program the best junior program in the city and a bench-mark in the state. Our program will accommodate all junior golfers, from the casual player or beginner to the passionate junior chasing the dream of competitive golf. Meeting juniors where they currently are and helping them along their journey is one of the hallmarks of creating a successful program, and we are committed to this strategy.

As I have met some of the membership already, I’d like to say thank you for such a warm welcome. I look forward to meeting many others soon, and I am honored to be part of Timuquana Country Club.

Beginner Golf Camp

Tuesday–Friday, June 13–16 & July 11–14 9:00–10:30 am

Registration opens Tuesday, February 21!

Beginner Golf Camp is designed specifically for budding junior golfers. Campers will play fun games and drills to teach them the skills necessary to build a solid foundation in the game of golf. No experience is required, and all equipment will be provided. Ages 4–12.

Cost: Member, $150 Accompanied Guest, $180 Guests will be accepted based on availability.