First Tee Returns with a Fall Golf Program for Kids! Financial Assistance Available

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With the success of the earlier First Tee Program, I am happy to announce that there will be a Fall First Tee Program for Kids in the Kitchener-Waterloo area!

First Tee is a grassroots youth development program that serves the purpose of breaking down barriers between the sport of golf and children from equity-deserving and underrepresented communities. First Tee – Canada strives to make the sport of golf in Canada better reflect the multiculturalism of our country, introducing children of all backgrounds to the sport in a variety of accessible ways. First Tee programs are made accessible as they are offered at little to no cost at participating golf facilities, and all equipment is provided for the participants during the sessions. The First Tee Program uses golf as a vehicle to teach children life skills such as respect, integrity, honestly, and leadership. This program is for beginners of golf and focuses on fundamental skills, so the participants do not need any prior knowledge of the sport to join!

 

GolfPlay Inc. (an indoor golf simulator facility located at 80 Lodge St. in Waterloo) is running a six-week First Tee Fall Program, beginning on Saturday, October 14^th and ending with the last session on Saturday, November 18^th. This six-week program will run on Saturdays from 9:00am-10:00am and is available to 12 participants ages 7 to 13. GolfPlay’s First Tee Program costs $120 total ($20 per session), with financial assistance available to those who need it. Click this link to access registration as well as a link to learn more about financial assistance eligibility.

 

If you have any questions please email firstteeontario@golfcanada.ca.

We look forward to hearing from the participants First Tee to see how much they enjoyed it!

First Tee is Here to Inspire Future Golfers in the Kitchener Waterloo Community - Financial Assistance Available

 

Registration link below

Back in March, I attended the opening of Golf Play Waterloo and while I was there I met golfers that were involved with Golf Canada's First Tee program. It is a program to inspire youth through golf.

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Since then I have been posting about the program in the Looking Ahead section of our monthly posts.

This program will be running Saturday Mornings for ages 7-13 from July 8 to August 12, 2023 at 9:15am-10:15am

It is a LEARN TO GOLF program is run by GOLF CANADA and takes place at GolfPlay Waterloo at 80 Lodge St.

First Tee - ON is Golf Canada's youth development program focused on empowering youth to build strength of character through the game of golf. Its innovative curriculum uses sport as a vehicle to inspire life skills and healthy lifestyle habits.

Registration is at https://firsttee.my.site.com/parentRegistration/s/add-to-cart?website=www.firstteeontario.ca&language=en_US&session=a0H1R00001F6AeK

There is financial assistance available at the end of the registration, or continue reading below

All the details about applying for financial assistance can be found here:

https://firstteeontario.ca/register/financial-assistance

Applying is completed during the registration process and the steps are outlined below:

Login to the registration portal and select the program you wish to register your child for.

During checkout, you will be asked if you would like to apply for financial assistance. Click “Yes” if you would like to apply.

You will then be prompted to enter information regarding your household and financial status.

Complete the checkout process to submit your application for financial assistance. Note: You will not be required to submit payment at this time; however, your child is not officially registered for the program yet.

First Tee – Ontario will review your application within 3-5 business days and approve or deny the request for financial assistance, or request additional information outlined in the Funding Details section below.

You will receive notice of the decision via email with a link to complete the registration. You will have 48 hours to do so. Note: If your financial assistance application is approved, you will see the financial aid applied in the payment summary. 

Chance to Golf with a Maple Leafs Legend

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In November of 2019 I was living my best life meeting Maple Leafs Legends at the Maple Leafs Alumni vs. Movember Mavericks Game. Now you have a chance to spend the day golfing with Maple Leafs Legend Rick Vaive at the FORE MOVEMBER Golf Tournament.

This fundraising golf tournament is taking place on August 14th at the Ariss Valley Golf and Country Club (which is only 20 mins from Kitchener).  Not only can you have a fun day of golf, but there is also a chance to have Rick Vaive spend the day on the course golfing with you!

ENTER THE AUCTION

Head to https://www.32auctions.com/GolfWithRickVaive2023 

and bid on a chance to golf with Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni Rick Vaive!  Bidding ends this week so don't miss out on your chance.

Register FORE MOVEMBER

Even if you don't win the auction, you still have a chance to meet Rick Vaive by registering to golf that day. There will be a meet and greet after the tournament.

What: FORE Movember Golf Tournament 

Where: Ariss Valley Golf Club  

When: Monday, August 14, 8am to 3pm

Cost: $125 per golfer 

Included: 18 Holes with power cart, Breakfast, BBQ Lunch, competitions, prizes, raffles

To register: Contact Jeff (jmorriso@gmail.com or 519-591-8259). Please provide the full names of the golfers in your party.

NOTE registration is not validated until payment has been received (cash, cheque or eTransfer).

You don’t have to be a seasoned golfer to participate. This tournament is mainly about raising the necessary awareness and funds to educate the community about Movember and how it globally supports men’s health and wellness. It’s a win-win! Have an amazing day of golf, support and learn more about how Movember contributes towards men’s health and wellness - and while you're at it, meet the Leafs Legend Rick Vaive.

The Drayton Entertainment Female Force Comes To Play In Norm Foster’s The Ladies Foursome

It’s time to hit the green once again with Drayton Entertainment’s THE LADIES FOURSOME.  This follow up to Norm Foster’s THE MEN’S FOURSOME, a production they performed earlier this theatre season, has brought audiences back to the St. Jacob’s Country Playhouse for more guffaws on the golf course.  Unlike The Men’s Foursome which had the fellas reminiscing after a University reunion, these gals are playing a round in honour of friend that had just passed away.  Three of the four ladies knew each other through weekly golf games with the deceased and the fourth was the owner of a vacation spot that the recently departed stayed at annually.  Each of the women had very different personalities, jobs, dreams and family issues, but these issues were looked at with fresh eyes as each topic came to light throughout the course of the day.  Most of the conversations were met with a bit of sarcasm and someone pointing out the obvious to another that was oblivious.  Tension was met with humour and ultimately each of the ladies left the day feeling more supported and accomplished than when she arrived.

You don’t need to be a golf pro or even an amateur to appreciate Drayton Entertainment’s THE LADIES FOURSOME and with the LPGA heading to the area later this month for the Manulife Classic, this play will help you get into the swing of things!

 

Regular performance tickets are $44.00 for adults; $26.00 for youth under 20 years of age. Tickets for groups of 20 or more are $36.00. HST is applicable to all ticket prices.

The Ladies Foursome runs through August 27. Tickets can be purchased in person at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, online at www.stjacobscountryplayhouse.com or by calling the Box Office at (519) 747-7788 or toll free at 1-855-drayton (372-9866).