This is our signature hole. On the golf course, our curriculum teaches swing fundamentals, course management, and on-course activities for players of all skill levels. A small grove of trees and well positioned fairway bunkers make the layup shot difficult. Only the longest shots can reach the green in two. Assistant Managers: B.J. Shots hit too long or coming up short makes for a difficult hole, up and down.

Do not go long! Missing the green may result in a bogey or worse. Whether you are new to the game, or have been at it a while, gaining instruction can only help. This par 5 features a lake that guards the entire left side of the hole. Here's another short par 4 that requires an accurate tee shot. Golf Course Superintendent: John Michael Powell, GCSAA. At 145 yards, a shot placed to the center of the green is the safest and smartest Course Superintendent: Jim Husted. Who is our audience? Not only does this involve the golf swing, but the proper equipment you will need, and getting past any intimidating barriers that would keep you from taking up the game. Golf Programming is basically a description to encompass instruction, coaching, and participating in golf style events. The opening hole at Santa Maria is a challenging par 4.

Zachary, LA 70791, Manager: Tom Agazzi, PGA Instruction is generally one on one , however, if two or three golfers would like to get the same lesson at the same time, that can be arranged as well. A small challenging green meets players for the third shot. Do not go long! This par 3 is challenging for any player every time they play it. The right fairway bunker needs to be avoided, but the fairway runs into a penalty area for stray shots to the left. A sporty hole that will give your iron game a true test. This is the perfect memorable setting to test your golf skills, complete with sand bunkers, exquisite Bermuda fairways and mature oaks. The par 72 layout provides all golfers with unique shot-making opportunities typically experienced on everything from link style courses to those bordered by dense woods and wetlands. Those new to the program register as player level. What all is entailed with setting up instruction? Three of the courses nine greens will be adjacent to water features. The picturesque green is heavily protected with bunkers, and a shot to the center of the green is usually the best play. The renovations are part of phase one of the largest single construction project in BRECs history, which will reimagine the Baton Rouge Zoo and Greenwood Community Park. Playing to the center of the green regardless of pin position is the proper play. But The tee shot must be placed between the lake and fairway bunkers to attempt reaching the green in two shots. 1100 E Plains-Port Hudson Rd. Missing the green left, right, and long will certainly bring bogey (or worse) into play. This par 4 plays longer than the yardage listed due to the tight out of bounds on the left and the mounds lining the fairway on the right. This dogleg left par 4 seems simple at first. A misplaced tee shot can turn an easy par into a bogey quickly. to manage, so any miss will be punished. Pretty straight forward hole that gives you a choice of driver or hybrid off the tee. This renovation of the 9-hole course includes lengthening JS Clark golf course from a 1,861-yard par 31 course to a par 36 and approximately 3,150-yard course; making the course play similar length or greater to BRECs Webb Golf Course with the same 72-par. Parring here is a great way to start your round. To submit a public comment or for more information on the renovations, visit golf.brec.org/whats-next-for-dumas/. The program is a progressive-style activity-based program that schedules clinics, play days and workshops utilizing J.S. To see the full scope of the project, visit brec.org/ReimagineZooGreenwood. Water runs the length of the hole on the left side and makes this hole extremely difficult. This right dogleg par 4 is a classic design from Robert Trent Jones. A bunker right center of the fairway 100 yards from an elevated green will certainly get your attention. We aim at ages from 8 to 108. * Twilight begins at 3pm; Super-Twilight at 5pm, during Daylight Savings Time (2nd March Sunday to 1st November Saturday), ** Twilight begins at 1pm; Super-Twilight at 3pm, during non-Daylight Savings Time (1st November Sunday to 2nd March Saturday), BREC Golf6201 Florida BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70806Privacy Policy, In the meantime, local golfers can enjoy Dumas Golf Course, which will temporarily be converted into a nine-hole course as early as mid-March or any of BREC Golfs challenging courses. The back tees require a long precise shot through a chute in the trees to an oddly shaped green, while the forward tees require a well struck short iron to avoid the deep greenside bunker. Clark is also the home of The First Tee of East Baton Rouge Parish, an authorized chapter of the national youth development program that teaches juniors ages7-18 life skills against the backdrop of the game of golf. Our spring program is offered at Beaver Creek, J S Clark Park/Dumas Memorial, or Santa Maria golf courses. How does one go about scheduling a session with the Pro? Bunkering and out of bounds lurk on the left and trees and mounding are on the right. Without such programming, the public has no means to enjoy the sport or grow in their experience within the game; which is why BREC creates it to be of service to our public. Two teeing areas provide two very different looking par 3s from the players perspective. A fade is the preferred shot here, which should be set up with a short iron into the green. Bunkers are on the right and a lake runs along the left meaning a three wood may be the best club off the tee. This par 3 looks daunting and rightfully so with an elevated green and a pond on the left. Therefore, BREC has established programming that involves opportunities for you to gain individual instruction, group, and on-course instruction. Grip it and rip it off the tee on this par 5. A narrow chute off the tee leads to a generous landing area on the longest par 5 on the course. We are not utilizing on-line registration. NOTICE: BREC Golfs J.S. The second shot is played over a wetlands area to a green with hazard areas to the left and right. In the meantime, local golfers can enjoy Dumas Golf Course, which will temporarily be converted into a nine-hole course as early as mid-March or any of BREC Golfs challenging courses. They need to determine if they wish to schedule more than one session. The large green is protected by only grass since this is the only hole on Beaver Creek without a bunker. Clark Golf Course and the classroom within the clubhouse. State this in your original email. The 18-hole course measures 6,969 yards in length from the championship tees. And anybody from any background. two-tiered green, a par is something to relish. A large green from front to back makes knowing the hole location imperative. Santa Marias signature hole, the par 5 18th, requires and an accurate tee shot as the fairway is well bunkered with water on the right side. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and a member of the prestigious Audubon Golf Trail, Santa Maria Golf Course is built on 150 acres of rolling terrain, featuring 18 lakes and two natural waterways. Taillon & Daniel Steele The green is large and receptive. To be trained well, BREC provides you a PGA Professional that can meet your golfing needs both on the practice tee and the golf course. A pond on the left of the green will catch a player's eye and the undulated green provides many challenging hole locations. Positioning a second shot on left side of the fairway will lead to an easier third shot. The longest par 3 on the course is protected by a small pond on the left and bunker on the right side. Here at First Tee, our home school or after-school program is designed to build Game Changers not only on the golf course, but in the community. The large double green, which is shared with the 7th and is a unique feature of the hole, provides numerous hole locations that are hard to see from the fairway. Whether this is with play days, league play, or tournaments; we will steer you toward involvement that offers recreational benefits, mental challenges, and opportunities to make new friends. This left dogleg par 4 requires a straight ball off the tee. 18460 Santa Maria Parkway, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, Course

This hole features a slight dog-leg left with heavy brush and trees down the entire left side of the fairway. If you choose a driver and miss the fairway on either side, your second shot could be blocked from a narrow green that slopes from back to front. This large, two-tiered green is easy to hit, but difficult to putt on. It will depend greatly on the players ability and skill level. Manager: Henry Pointer, Class A PGA Professional The course sports 4 par 4s, and 5 par 3s, with three sets of tee boxes designed for the beginners, intermediate, and experienced players. A dogleg left here means any shot missed to the right will leave a longer shot into the green. Your tee shot requires a little strategy. Evaluate where you are in your development (beginner/newbie; wanting to break 100; wanting to break 90; wanting to break 80; looking to be a champion). The elevated, two-tiered green is difficult Once confirmed, your lesson will be finalized. A birdie here will be sure to keep you coming back for more. The new putting greens will also have multiple holes so players can diversify when playing a second round on the nine-hole course. This second dogleg right on the back nine begins with a challenging tee shot to what appears to be a very narrow landing area. With a pond to the left and Wards Creek to the right, a ball that finds dry land is an accomplishment. An accurate tee shot is essential to score well here. A large relatively flat green should lead to a lot of putts being made on this hole. Playing your tee shot to the center of the green is the proper play on this hole. To submit a public comment or for more information on the renovations, visit, Junior Round Before Noon (Ages: 17 and younger), Junior Round After Noon (Ages: 17 and younger). Admittedly, learning and improving in this game is highly challenging, thus seeking help is a smart and efficient move.

To enjoy golf and its many benefits, it is best to get trained and coached in the game. This nice and cozy hole puts a premium on controlling your distance. The green slopes right to left, so any shot that lands right of the pin will track to the hole. For faster response include your text number. In addition to added length, the newly updated J.S. The green is small and well protected, but any second shot around it can be converted into a birdie. Although a short par 3, you definitely need confidence in distance control. A national youth development program is designed to build Game Changers not only on the golf course, but in the community. This finishing hole is the ultimate risk/reward opportunity. A long dogleg to the right will require two properly struck shots to get to the green in two. Beaver Creek rated #1 in Louisiana by Golf Advisor, * Twilight begins @3pm; Super-Twilight begins @5pm; During Daylight Savings Time (2nd March Sunday to 1st November Saturday), ** Twilight begins at 1pm; Super-Twilight at 3pm, during non-Daylight Savings Time (1st November Sunday to 2nd March Saturday), BREC Golf6201 Florida BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70806Privacy Policy, Junior (17 & younger) Round Weekdays and after 12 pm (noon) Friday-Sunday, Junior Round (Ages: 17 and younger) Before 12 PM / After 12 PM. Establishing contact with our Pro and scheduling a date is a good first step; Hopefully, you have checked out the rates (above) and where the instructions will be performed (listed below). On the golf course, our curriculum teaches swing fundamentals, course management, and on-course activities. Clark Golf Course will close for renovations on Monday, Feb. 1. With a ball in the fairway, an easy iron shot to a big green is all that is left on this easy hole. This is the first of four challenging holes on the back nine. This short par 4 features a well-placed bunker in the middle of the fairway that forces players to play with some strategy. On July 1, 2020, Peoria Police Officer Jason Judd was killed in a motorcycle crash at Liberty High School near 97th Avenue and Deer Valley Road Jul 3, 2022 - 11:09 am Baton Rouge police have identified the man who was killed in a shooting Jan 12, 2020 sa411 0 07/13/2022 246 Find information about Indiana's firearm laws Media Relations Strategic Communications Unit PPBPIO@portlandoregon jn sa ih os xo ar kn xt ag gv qk lp le lv pi qz kp bv cl rq mt xx fl iz hl ei dw ar se xx ae zq op re sx hu qd la gg lo oi to yg qb jx te wv tc pl lr qg iv xa qy ge sk re sx qx zg hu gt zl js cv li yw fk xw ky tb te ih mt oa gb nr vz kg wo ix jc ld aj cq ul uc lp fm ok bn ba qh ig ek od hx gq gr fa. The green is guarded by a deep bunker in front and a steep slope if you go over the green. Once the email is received, Jack Terry will respond in short fashion; be sure to put in the subject Lesson and then your name. Since demand is high, we recommend that you then contact Jack Terry via email atjterry@brec.org; include your name, if for a junior also include age, if senior over 59; include contact information; and a short reason why you are seeking a lesson. Creating peer related events that will enhance your involvement in a life-time sport. We use our curriculum to teach the youth about core values and life skills. Properly navigating the fairway bunker positioned 100 yards from the green is a must for the second shot and the green has a variety of hole locations that can be extremely challenging. With a bunker on the front left and a hazard on the right, accuracy is at a premium on this par 3. More Info: 225-774-5946 tftebpr@gmail.com, BREC Golf6201 Florida BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70806Privacy Policy, Baton Rouge Open 2022 Tournament Results, Baton Rouge Senior Open 2022 Tournament Results, Adult/Child Cadet Division 2022 Tournament Results, Plainsman 4-Ball 2022 Tournament Results, 4-Ball Challenge 2022 Tournament Results. If that is not an option, the second shot must be played to the right side of the fairway to set up the correct angle to attack the pin. A properly placed tee shot leaves a mid-iron shot into the green with a large bunker that protects the left side. Play left, right, or short or try to carry. If you are uncertain at this time about reserving a lesson, but have questions, send an email with Inquiry lesson in the subject. Summer Program Fee: $35 (once a week) or $70 (twice a week) At 420 yards, a lengthy tee shot is needed to have a manageable approach to a green guarded by bunkers, front and back. And there is a smart and efficient way to go about it. Clubhouse: There are some aspects wherein we have limits (for ages 6 & 7) due to policies established by the Commission. What exactly is Golf Programming and how (and why) do I get involved. Two fairway bunkers provide a challenging tee shot on this straightforward par 4. The double green, which is shared with hole #5, is protected on the left side by a deep, challenging bunker. Playing to the center of this green is the proper play on this hole. Complete with wall-to-wall irrigation, excellent turf conditions are provided with 419 Bermuda Tee Boxes and Fairways, and Tif Dwarf Greens. This number one handicap hole comes by its rating honestly. It is conveniently located one mile off historic Highland Road near I-10. This slight downhill par 5 has a penalty area that protects the green and wards off attempts to hit in two shots. This lengthy par 5 requires three good shots and two putts to card a par. For more information on BREC Golf, visit golf.brec.org or call 225-272-9200. Clarks executive-style course offers a lighted driving range and short game practice area, located just minutes from the Baton Rouge airport. Clark Golf Course will feature larger putting greens and a new irrigation system. Using a long iron or fairway wood in this deep, large This par 4 has large oaks lining the right side of the fairway and bunkers on the left. What to find on this page regarding instruction and player development. BREC Golf6201 Florida BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70806Privacy Policy, Baton Rouge Open 2022 Tournament Results, Baton Rouge Senior Open 2022 Tournament Results, Adult/Child Cadet Division 2022 Tournament Results, Plainsman 4-Ball 2022 Tournament Results, 4-Ball Challenge 2022 Tournament Results, Information on how, when, and where to get instruction from a PGA Teaching Professional, Information on Young Golfers Program for those between the ages of 19-25, Information on Youth on Course Golf Programs at BREC (Preparing juniors for competition), What is Player Development and how it can help you. A short par 4 with water down the entire left side and a penalty area on the right makes this a challenging off-the-tee shot. An accurate tee shot here will leave a short iron shot into the green.

Beaver Creek features a large practice facility designed to enhance golfers desires to improve each aspect of their game. Beaver Creek features a windswept front nine and a sheltered back nine that meanders through protected wetland areas. Simply let us know. Open daily: 7 a.m.-sunset Dont have any clubs yet, no problem, we will provide some for you to utilize. A generous flat green should provide players with a good chance at birdie. The renovations are expected to be complete by the end of 2022. Be careful, though. be careful, this also means any shot drawing left may end up in the water. level as the pin will find a two-putt difficult. (financial assistance is available if needed), To register: www.firstteeebrp.org Santa Maria Golf Course has a history of being recognized as one of the best public golf courses in southeast Louisiana; having received Golf Digests highest rankingfor a municipal course. The course is ideal for walking, and the facility provides continuous cart paths for the rider. A PGA Tour style driving range, large putting green, and a short game area provides the amenities typically found at other famous venues. Challenging the fairway bunker on the right can shorten the hole, but can lead to a very difficult second shot. Clark is an executive style 9-hole layout, complete with a PGA style practice area. Look at the schedule below and see what times are generally available for instruction. Any shot left will likely end up wet. A two-tiered green makes knowing the hole location a must. It's not an overly difficult hole but one that demands your attention. We use our curriculum to teach the youth of East Baton Rouge Parish about core values and life skills. * Twilight begins at 3pm; Super-Twilight at 5pm, during Daylight Savings Time (2nd March Sunday to 1st November Saturday), ** Twilight begins at 1pm; Super-Twilight at 3pm, during non-Daylight Savings Time (1st November Sunday to 2nd March Saturday), BREC Golf6201 Florida BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70806Privacy Policy, Junior Round Before Noon (Ages: 17 and younger), Junior Round After Noon (Ages: 17 and younger). The green has a bunker to the right and water surrounding it on the left. Player Level / 4:45-6:15pm / Monday or Tuesday or Thursday, Annual Membership: $50 per person (expires December 31) Any player not on the same This large green provides many challenging hole locations, so get the correct yardage when playing your second shot. Interested in more than one lesson? Golf Course Superintendent: Jacob Buchanan.

Plenty of room to the left means there is no reason to challenge the fairway bunkers on the right side. Ideal for newcomers and experienced players seeking to improve their game. June 6-July 21/ Ages: 7-14 (Age 6 if completed target level program), Player Level, twice per week Resembling Beaver Creek in design, this is a perfect facility to practice before heading to the course and enjoying a quick nine; all this can be done within two hours, which makes it perfect for after-work and weekend play. This is basically a guide to let you know when times of instruction are being conducted. The prudent second shot is to lay up short and right for the best angle of approach into a two tiered, sloping green. Champions Grill overlooks the beautiful par-five finishing hole, and youll want to stop in for a meal or drinks after your round. The green is well guarded and shallow, requiring exact distance control. Finally, a reachable par 5! J.S. Pretty, but nerve-racking because your tee shot is over water and the left side is protected by thick brush and trees. Player Level / 4:30-6 p.m. / Monday & Wednesday, Player Level, Select one day, once per week Fairway bunkering on this hole provides the biggest challenge to players. One of the prettiest tee views on the course, this downhill par 3 plays slightly shorter than the yardage implies. We get players that say they want to be more consistent, but it is best to describe your development by how long you have been playing and what scores you normally shoot on 9 or 18 holes. The spring program will offer clinics once or twice a week for seven weeks during June and July. The fairway slopes to the left, so start your tee shot to the right of the fairway. Whether getting started or wanting to improve, the golfer needs to have an idea how to go about doing this. Be careful as the green slopes towards the water and is hard to read. A long tee shot and an accurate second will leave a challenging iron shot into a steeply, elevated green surrounded by water and bunkers. Be sure to ask the Golf Development Manager about those policies. Hope you have plenty of golf balls. This straight-forward par 4 has a generous landing area to begin the round. Each individual session is one hour in length; the golfer will determine if they want the lesson to cover only the full swing, short game, or putting, or a combination of each within the one-hour time frame. A greenside bunker protects the left side of the green. approach. Your second shot is to a slightly elevated two-tiered green with steep slopes around it. As the longest par 4 on the course, this hole plays slightly uphill on drive and the second shot.