The Season is Coming

Well with the fairway mats no longer in use, we are that one step closer to summer golf! With the first competition of the year this Saturday, now's the time to get out there and practice! With the greens rolling smooth and fast, and the course getting dryer, everyone is getting back into the swing of things which is great to see.

For many, The Masters signals the start of the golf season and we don't have long to wait. One of the things that intrigues me most about the whole week is some of the shots the professionals are faced with, and nine times out of ten they seem to pull them off.

Whether it's uphill or downhill lies, intimidating putts across treacherous greens or approach shots littered with card-wrecking danger, we are treated to a vast array of shots during Masters week. My instruction pages might not advise you how to play a low slinging draw off pine needles, but you will find some great tips and advice for all aspects of your game.

Have a browse, and for during those times when you can't get out onto the course to play, or hone your game on the range, take on board a few useful pointers. You might not find yourself teeing it up at Augusta next year, but I guarantee you'll find it useful for shaving a few shots off round here. So click here to take a look at the videos and tips I have for you.

New Stock

As we have been saying for the last few weeks, all of the new 2014 ranges of products are gradually coming in. This week we have taken delivery to the new Galvin Green clothing range, the FootJoy 2014 shoe range, plus lots more! Come and see us in the Pro Shop to see our great new products.

Mellor and Townscliffe Golf Club Academy Membership Offer

The Package

Membership to the Academy runs for a 12 month period at a cost of only £495*, with the aim of getting you to a level of on-course competency which will allow you to progress on to full membership of the golf club at the end of your year.

The package includes, but is not restricted to:

6 x half hour individual golf lessons (to cover all aspects of the game) with the PGA Professional or Assistant

• 1 x half hour introduction session - (This is taken to activate your Academy Membership)
• 1 x 9 hole playing lesson (3 academy members & Professional)
• The opportunity to attend regular Academy group clinics
• Rules and etiquette sessions
• A FREE equipment suitability assessment
• Regular Academy competitions
• Regular Academy member roll-ups
• Opportunity to gain an Academy Handicap
• A card with £25 of credit for use in the clubhouse. (By using your card you will receive discount of 10% on all food & drink purchases)
• Access to all clubhouse and practice facilities
• An Academy bag tag allowing access to the golf course at anytime Monday to Friday, (and post 3pm at weekends). (All Academy Members are requested to check in with the Professional Shop before play)
• A Professional Shop 10% off your purchase if over £100 voucher

Membership of the Academy is open to anyone with a desire to improve their game in an effort to progress onto full membership of the golf club. Our PGA Professional team aim to be of assistance at every stage of your development, providing you with the opportunity to participate in club functions and members roll-ups as your abilities improve, making the progression on to full membership a seamless one. For more information please click here.

*not available to any previous MTGC full members.