Golf Activity Plans at Scottsdale Golf Club

The weather has been great for golf since we opened in October and many more Scottsdale Golf Club rounds have been played this year than in the past, which is great news.

The Ladies’ and Men’s Rodeo, our Scottsdale Golf Club Member- Member tournaments in November had larger fields than in past years and hopefully will continue to grow in upcoming years. This Scottsdale Country Club tournament kicked off the competition season with the full schedule starting right after the New Year. As in years past, we have a full complement of Match Play Competitions for individuals, as well as team events such as the ever popular Captain’s Cup. Be on the lookout for each Match Play’s brackets as the sign-up deadline was December 29th.

We are finalizing the itinerary and programming for our spring Scottsdale Private Golf Club Member-Guest tournaments -the Desert Diamond Classic for women, and The Round-Up for men. The plan is to have a registration opportunity on ForeTees after the 15th of January, which you will be informed of prior to the initial sign up date. The one change of note to the Round Up only is the format will return to five (5) matches, which was very popular, as told to us in the Member survey last spring. Please keep up with your Scottsdale Golf Club ForeTees notices to be updated on tournament information.

Ladies’ Golf Instruction

We have some nice activity with our Scottsdale Private Golf Club ladies golf instruction sessions to date and at your request; we will be adding more dates to the calendar. For those who have not participated as yet, instruction is available to all level of players and we cover short game and full swing in every session.

Some have inquired as to our Scottsdale Country Club “system” of teaching to which I can reply, it is custom to the needs of the student as no golf swings or golfers are identical. There is not a cookie cutter model for all players, but more so what your game needs, what ball flight makes sense for you to play your best golf, and then build what can be repeated with each club in your bag.

I can tell you Scottsdale Golf Club Focuses on fundamentally sound concepts so they can easily be remembered and executed. Please keep in mind that just because you are comfortable with how you swing, does not mean it is as correct as it could be and thus some small changes should be considered for better results.

Instruction will be helpful if you make the time to work on it, otherwise when you try to play with new ideas without work and practice; you will play golf with a confused mind. So, please, let’s make a commitment in 2015 to play better golf with help from one of our Country Club PGA professionals, and work on all phases of your game, both full swing and believe it, more importantly, your short game.

Over the years I have read many books on golf instruction and one of my favorites that I would recommend to you, if you can get a copy, is “Swinging into Golf” by Ernest Jones and Innis Brown. It was written initially in 1920 and is a very easy read, which pinpoints his fundamental principle which is “There is only one categorical imperative in golf, and that is to hit the ball solidly, and there are no minor absolutes”. Even at that early date, he talks about the fact that golfers go through paralysis and through analysis in search of the perfect swing, which rest assured I can confirm, there is none. He states the body and all its parts should be treated as terrible leaders of the swing but admirable followers of the action of the hands, wrists and arms. The club is swung by this action followed by the correct movements of the body on an athletic foundation and platform from your hips, lets and feet.

Many golfers today believe the golf swing is science based only, which in part is true, but let’s not forget golf is an art. After all the years of studying the golf swings of many players, I’ve never said the game was easy, but we can all make it simpler than we make it. The fewer swing thoughts the better in order for your swing to show some rhythm, timing and flow through the impact, which we should keep in mind is the moment of truth and in the end all that matters. I’d encourage you to read Jones’ book as it is simple and to the point.

One last thing, we should never leave out our Scottsdale Country Club Pride of Ownership program of fixing any and every ball mark we see, raking bunkers smoothly, and filling divots with sand and seed. January is an active month with the Pro Bowl, Super Bowl, and Waste Management Golf tournament in town. If you’ve never been to the Phoenix Open as we know it, it is worth the price of admission.

New Year Hopes For Scottsdale Country Club

Although I’m not sure 2015could get any better than 2014, I am (like always!) looking forward to what the New Year might have in store. What will the new year bring us – locally and globally, personally and professionally? Have you made New Year’s resolutions, set goals for yourself or dreamed about what 2015 might have in store for you? I actually started out this column the very same way last year…….going on to say “I’m anxious about some of the challenges but more so excited about the opportunities. What do I see on the horizon as it pertains to Scottsdale Golf Club, The Country Club at DC Ranch?” So let’s take a look back and compare what I saw on the horizon this to me last year and just how well my crystal ball may have worked!

• That, unlike most of the country, we’ll experience near normal weather over the next few months with more days above normal than below…..until we hit summer where they’re predicting average temps to be a couple of degrees warmer than usual? Yikes!

Remember last winter? Probably not….because we really had no winter on the Ranch last year! The winter and spring months were warmer than normal but then along came summer and, well, summer is summer!

• That our phenomenal spring weather will drive more demand for golf rounds, tennis court time, pool seating, fitness facility access and food & beverage experiences that we have ever had the privilege of trying to accommodate? (Yikes!)

Be careful what you ask for! Yes, we couldn’t have been much busier than we were during the months of February thru April….to the point we all heard comments about ‘maybe too many Members’!

• That your Scottsdale private golf club will continue to be the place where Members want to hang out, a place to be with like-kind of friends who have much in common, who share the same values and embrace a place “….where everyone knows your name?”

Nailed that one too! In fact, “…fun, family and friendliness” has become our brand and truly defines what makes Scottsdale Golf Club, The Country Club at DC Ranch so special. Give yourself a huge ovation for being such a terrific group of Members. Members are what make a great Club!

• That the demand for Golf Memberships will continue to grow….to the point that a limited supply will have the effect of increased resale prices for those that feel they must sell?

Supply and demand is an amazing thing – right? Recent Resale Prices for Golf Memberships have climbed to the mid-ninety’s and the Scottsdale Country Club Membership Committee has just proposed increases to both the Clubhouse and Sports Social membership classifications!

• That the clubhouse and golf course construction scheduled for the summer months will create an operational challenge not seen since the Country Club first opened its doors some seventeen years ago?

Well, that was certainly true…..and not much more I can say here other than to thank all of you for your phenomenal support as we took away your golf course for a month and made figuring out where and when you might find a cocktail or dinner a real challenge.

• That the challenges we’ll face during construction will open up new opportunities and that the “buzz” generated as we approach the annual Scottsdale Country Club Kickoff Party next Fall will be awesome?

Yes and yes!

• That the positive response to the efforts of Scottsdale country club Executive Chef Lenard Rubin and the culinary team will not only continue…….but the reputation will grow to a point in which we’ll be challenged to accommodate the demand for dining reservations?

Tried to get a reservation lately? Some might say (again!) to be careful what you ask for but, at least in this case, it’s ‘all good’!

• That we’ll overcome all the various challenges thrown our way, find new opportunities and continue to make every effort to exceed your expectations?

True and very true…..and we certainly hope your agree. More importantly, we thank you for your continuing support!

Oh yeah, I shared one of my New Year’s resolutions with you last year too – “I have no way of knowing how people really feel, but the vast majority of those I meet couldn’t be nicer. Every once in a while someone barks at me. My New Year’s resolution is not to bark back.”

Hhmm? Not sure I didn’t break that New Year’s resolution shortly thereafter! In any event, I’ll try again in 2015.

On that note, please accept my sincere thanks and gratitude for your generous contributions to the annual Employee Appreciation Fund. After sending a brief ‘reminder’, we went from a 665 participation rate to 80% within just a few days. As a result, your total contribution to the fund was $135,620! Every employee of the Club (except me!) receives a portion of this fund – calculated by dividing the total amount of funds available, after taxes, by the total number of months collectively served by the Club’s employees. Your generous contributions provided every employee with an appreciation bonus of $1,019! Please trust me when I say that your giving made a huge difference to many of our employees.

Until next time,

A Recent Report About The Scottsdale Golf Club: CCDC Ranch

According to a survey that was conducted this past time, members of “The Country Club at DC Ranch” are fully satisfied with this private & best Scottsdale golf club in Arizona.

The Country Club at DC Ranch is North Scottsdale’s premier country club, offering an exceptional, yet welcoming, life-style, social and sporting opportunity for couples, family members and also professionals. Located at the base of the McDowell Mountains, continue renovations are designed to improve the facilities for the club’s members. Around 1,900 square feet will be additional to the clubhouse’s existing 37,000, which include a new U-shaped bar lounge.

Entire traditional golf course covered in scenic beautiful sights and an extensive tennis and leisurely pool facility, we offers an unprecedented calendar of social events and activities for adults, families and children as well all provided with an excellent level of service.

The Club has greatly extended its current facility, services and membership. A variety of membership plans for residents and non-residents are available. In response to the growing membership, The Club recognized a Long Range Planning Committee, to create its idea and goals for the future.

The goals include:

1. Maintain and increase member satisfaction.
2. Improve regular membership numbers and create home values.
3. Provide the members the ideal club value in the Valley.
4. Provide a master plan for the future.

Tips for Finding Best Scottsdale Golf Club & Course

Golf courses are not only for professionals, golf is an enjoyment sport, competitive sport that can be played by any one. Today we have numerous options for the type of courses we want to play. We can find easily the best Scottsdale Golf Club or amazing courses to play golf and can plan an entire vacation about your sport to a perfect country club.

Here are a few ideas on how you can discover the best greens when you are journeying.

Learn about Course Attributes– All golf courses are designed a differently.

Look Places open up to the Public– Some of the golf courses in the world is not accessible to the public.

Find out about courses Fees– Even if the golf courses you choose its fees for the right of playing.

At least have some of many courses like as-

Par 3: This is a 9-hole course that only has par 3-holes. Due to the fact it’s not as challenging, it’s a great choice for beginners. It’s also good if you would like to get in a quick game.

18-holes: A small golf ground may not have a full-sized green. If you want to enjoy a full round golf course you will go through the holes twice. The length of the course is generally the same as a full size just in less overall area.

Executive: This only has 9-holes but they are much less difficult than specific services, so they don’t get as long to enjoy through. This means it may be perfect for another person who does not have an entire all day to play.

Reasons To Choose Scottsdale Golf Club, AZ

Arizona is a home of a number of best golf club & country clubs, resorts and vacation spots in the world. Their wonderful views, golf club and people are amazing and pleasant to outsiders who have never experience the best that has to offer. You believe that the facilities that some of these places have to offer. If you are planning on going to Arizona or just would like to find an amazing golf club to visit, so “The Country Club at DC Ranch” is premier Scottsdale Golf Club, AZ should be the first having on your list and that reason of this.

Reason# 1: The Spectacular Landscapes-

Scottsdale has some of the finest and most lovely landscapes in all of the United States. The hills appear to be to extend for a long way and the water sights are amazing. If you have never seemed to Arizona so choose this club here you can be expecting the excellent type of service that you would expect at elegant resort. Also, almost every area of the club has a view of the hills & wonderful landscapes.

Reason# 2: The Golf Club-

If you like golf, so you have find numerous golf club all over Scottsdale to select from. But in this club you find the best golf courses and amenities that suit the kind of you are looking for. We are providing to members the best golf experience in the best entire valley locations. The club provides best 18-hole and other course to depending on each golfer’s skill level.

Reason# 3: The People & Facilities-

You can often come as a group or on a private retreat. Groups are a much more fun because you will get to experience all that facilities has to offer with your friends, business associates or family. Here have numerous activities for everyone and all different ages are welcomed. There may be other guests at the club that you can have chats with, enjoy golf with, or maybe just have a drink together. We also offer other sport facilities as tennis, golf, swimming and you have get well advantages of clubhouse, dining venues and much more.