April Training Camp

Watch your child develop their physical abilities and mental focus while having fun learning exciting new skills that boost their overall confidence. This class will start the summer development as soon as the weather breaks.

Ages: 5-13 *Classes will be divided by ability and age.
Time: 4:30-5:30PM
Fee: $135
Dates: April 16-April 30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Spring Junior Golf Camp

This is a great opportunity for the junior golfer looking to get a head start on competition. PGA Professional Doug Brazeau will give the lessons and each student’s progress will be monitored in a structured group lesson format. Half of the instruction will be held on the course! We will be offering two classes based on the student’s ability level, they are as follows:

INTERMEDIATE CLASS:
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Ages: 7-11 / Size: 12 Students / Time: 5:00-6:00pm / Fee: $145
            Session 1 – May 7 Chipping & Putting Clinic
            Session 2 – May 12 Driving Range
            Session 3 – May 14 Playing Lesson
            Session 4 – May 19 Driving Range
            Session 5 – May 21 Playing Lesson
            Session 6 – May 26 Playing Competition

ADVANCED CLASS:
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Ages: 12-16 / Size: 12 Students / Time: 5:00-6:00pm / Fee: $145
            Session 1 – May 8 Chipping & Putting Clinic
            Session 2 – May 13 Driving Range
            Session 3 – May 15 Playing Lesson
            Session 4 – May 20 Driving Range
            Session 5 – May 22 Playing Lesson
            Session 6 – May 27 Playing Competition

Hook A Kid On Golf – Level 1 Clinic

If your child likes to golf or is merely curious about the game, sign him/her up for this fabulous instructional five-day clinic. They will learn correct swing fundamentals, rules, golf etiquette and get a set of clubs! This introductory course has helped thousands of kids learn the game of golf. All children who attended the clinic last year will be able to sign up again for . This special reduced rate does not include the golf clubs and bag. Classes are limited to 36 students. On the 20^th all parents can come out and watch your child play.

DATES:                                  June 15, 16, 17, 18, 19
TIMES: Session 1 #   8:30-9:30 AM
               Session 2 #   10:00-11:00 AM
               Session 3 #   12:30-1:30 PM
AGES:                                    6-13 Years
LOCATION:              Old Orchard Country Club
FEE: $175 First time / $95 Re-take
*This fee includes a starter set of Golf Clubs and Golf Bag.

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DATES:                                  June 22, 23, 24, 25, 26
TIMES: Session 1 #   8:30-9:30 AM
AGES:                                    6-13 Years
LOCATION:              Old Orchard Country Club
FEE: $175 First time / $95 Re-take
*This fee includes a starter set of Golf Clubs and Golf Bag.

Summer Junior Instructional Camp - Level 2

After the completion of Hook a Kid on Golf, clinic youngsters will be given a chance to advance to the next level to learn more specific golf fundamentals. The Green Level Training Program gives youngsters practical experience on the golf course using a fun format that stresses the importance of learning good fundamentals and the rules and etiquette of the game. This class can be taken while enrolled in one of the leagues.

DATES:          July 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23
TIMES:           Session #1 8:30am-10:00am
                        Session #2 11:00-12:30
AGES:                        7-14
LOCATION: Old Orchard Country Club
FEE: $160

Summer Challenge Golf League

There are two leagues the Challenge League (PGA Tour) and the Blue League (Nationwide Tour) each student will placed on a league based on their ability. Both leagues will be on the course competing in team scramble format. Come out and try out for this fun league and learn even more about this great game of golf. Our goal is to provide a format of play that is fun and at the same time teach youngsters rules and etiquette. All this is excellent preparation for high school golf. Team players will be required to have a complete set of clubs. Due to the availability of the golf course, we are forced to a 50-person league limit, but we will be willing to sign up substitutes for each team. Park district residents will have priority in signing up

AGES:                         7-16 years
LOCATION:              Old Orchard Country Club
TRY OUTS:               JUNE 16^th @ 5:00pm
                                    Fee: $295
MATCHES:                A schedule of matches and practices will be provided once you are placed on a team. This is an approximate list of dates.
                              JUNE: 23, 24, 30
JULY: 7, 8, 14, 19 (Parent Child Scramble), 21, 22, 28, 29
AUGUST: 4, 5, 11(Rain Make-up), 12(Awards Ceremony, Parents are welcome to join, send you favorite dessert)

Summer Advanced Challenge League

The purpose of this league is to give you an opportunity to play golf in a competitive atmosphere and to prepare you for high school golf. Being on this league is a great privilege and will be available to only 30 players. This league will be broken into two leagues based on ages.

AGES: 9-13

LOCATION: Old Orchard Country Club
TRY OUTS:    JUNE 17th @ 5:00pm
                        Fee: $295
MATCHES:    All matches will be at 7:00am on weekdays. The fee includes golf, 5 extra range tokens, use of the range before rounds, team hat and awards ceremony. A schedule of matches and practices will be provided once you are placed on a team. This is an approximate list of dates.
JUNE: 22, 24
JULY: 6, 12(Parent Child Scramble), 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 (Rain Make-up date)
AUGUST: 3, 5, 10, 12 (4:30PM Awards Ceremony)

Summer Travel Challenge League

Participants in this league will have an opportunity to represent Old Orchard in a competitive atmosphere on this team that will compete against three other neighboring park districts. The formats will vary, from playing your own ball to scrambles to skills challenges. To be eligible participants must have completed one of our other programs and are expected to represent Old Orchard in sportsmanship, etiquette and character.

This will be limited to the first 12 players.

AGES: 9-13

LOCATIONS:            Old Orchard Country Club, Mt. Prospect Golf Club, Des Plaines Golf Center, Lake Park Golf Course
TRY OUTS:    JUNE 17th @ 5:30pm
                        Fee: $295
MATCHES:    Wednesdays at 1PM
JUNE: 24
JULY: 8, 15, 22, 29
PRACTICES: Mondays at 7AM
JUNE: 15, 22, 29
JULY: 6, 13, 20, 27(Rain Make-Up Date)
AUGUST: 3, 5, 12(4:30PM Awards Ceremony)

The fee includes golf, 5 extra range tokens, use of the range before rounds, team hat and awards ceremony. A schedule of matches and practices will be provided once you are placed on a team. This is an approximate list of dates.

Summer High School League

The purpose of this league is to play more golf! This is a great way to get experience in a competitive atmosphere and to prepare you for the high school season. Don’t wait until August to prepare for the high school golf team.

AGES: 13-18 or incoming Freshmen through Seniors

LOCATION   Old Orchard Country Club
TRY OUTS:    JUNE 17th @ 4:30pm
                        Fee: $295
MATCHES:    All matches will be at 7:00am on weekdays. The fee includes golf, 5 extra range tokens, use of the range before rounds, team hat and awards ceremony. A schedule of matches and practices will be provided once you are placed on a team. This is an approximate list of dates.
JUNE: 22, 24, 29
JULY: 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29(Rain Make-Up Date)
AUGUST: 3, 5, 12(4:30PM Awards Ceremony)

Fall Game Improvement Junior Camp Weekday

PGA Professional Doug Brazeau will give lessons and each student's progress will be monitored in a structured group lesson format. This is a great opportunity for the junior golfer looking to continue their progress into the fall. Each lesson will have a daily theme and instruction will be tailored to their individual ability.

On-course competition
Putting Clinic
Chipping Clinic
Full-swing Clinic on range
Practice time on range
Driving Range Balls included

AGES: 7-13 Separated by age
LOCATION: Old Orchard Country Club
DATES: August: 18, 25
September: 1, 15, 22, 29
TIME: Tuesday Afternoons 3:45-4:45
FEE: $145

Fall Game Improvement Junior Camp Weekend

PGA Professional Doug Brazeau will give lessons and each student's progress will be monitored in a structured group lesson format. This is a great opportunity for the junior golfer looking to continue their progress into the fall. Each lesson will have a daily theme and instruction will be tailored to their individual ability.

On-course competition
Putting Clinic
Chipping Clinic
Full-swing Clinic on range
Practice time on range
Driving Range Balls included

AGES: 7-13 Separated by age
LOCATION: Old Orchard Country Club
DATES: August: 15, 22, 29
September: 12, 19, 26
TIME: Saturday Afternoons 1:00-2:00 PM
FEE: $145

Fall Challenge Golf League

We will be offering this league to the first 40 participants. The league will be separated into four teams; much like the Summer Challenge League. Teams will compete each week against each other using various formats of play. Besides competition, this league will stress on game improvement to make each student a more complete player. Areas of focus will be set-up, pre-shot routine, short-game, rules, etiquette, and full swing fundamentals. If you want to improve your game and have valuable on-course competitions, then sign up today. The Fall Challenge League overview:

On-course competition
11 rounds on the course
Practice time on range
Team Hat
Prizes
Awards Dinner Ceremony
Driving Range Balls included

Max 40 Participants

AGES: 8-14
LOCATION: Old Orchard Country Club
FEE: $235
TIME: September: 5:00-6:45 PM or Dark
October: 4:30-6:15 PM or Dark
Parent Child Scramble: Tee times anytime between 3:30-5:00PM
TRYOUTS: August 19th @ 4:15 PM
DATES: September: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
October: 6, 7, 11 (Parent Child Scramble), 14, 21 (Rain Make-up), 28 (Awards Night)

Fall Advanced Challenge Golf League

The purpose of this league is to give you an opportunity to play golf in a competitive atmosphere and to prepare you for high school golf. Being on this league is a great privilege and will be available to only 40 players.

On-course competition
11 rounds on the course
Practice time on range
Team Hat
Prizes
Awards Dinner Ceremony
Driving Range Balls included

Max 40 Participants

AGES: 8-14
LOCATION: Old Orchard Country Club
FEE: $235
TIME: August: 4:00-6:00 PM
September: 4:00-6:00 PM
October: 3:30-5:30 PM
Parent Child Scramble: Tee times anytime between 3:30-5:00PM
TRYOUTS: August 19th @ 4:15 PM
DATES: August: 26
September: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
October: 7, 14, 18 (Parent Child Scramble), 21 (Rain Make-up), 27 (Awards Night)