CLINK! The golf ball soars off the tee before settling into a pit of sand. Golf teaches many important life lessons, including the importance of adaptability, patience and thinking ahead. At some point, everyone hits a bad shot. The key is not letting one swing determine the round and instead focusing on the next.
“No matter how hard you work, it’s always going to take time.” said William Schneck, a Golf Fairfax Junior Golf Tournament series player, who made an ace during the tournament.
The beauty of golf is that one can always improve, and it only takes one great shot to keep you coming back. Co-director of Golf Fairfax’s Junior Tournament Series, Tim Sample, believes this quality helps people learn more about themselves and how they develop as people over time. Tim says, “There are very few straight paths in golf and that’s the same with life.”
August is National Golf Month, the perfect time to discover this lifetime sport. Whether you're picking up a club for the first time or introducing the next generation to the game, take time this month to learn, grow and make lasting memories.
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Flex your Moxie
Practice at one of Golf Fairfax's award-winning driving ranges. Save 35% on every 40-ball bucket with the Range Flex Pass at Burke Lake, Oakmont, and Twin Lakes.
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Junior and Teen Tee Times are on Us
Celebrate Family Golf Month this August! Kids and teens ages 17 and under play free with a paying adult at Burke Lake, Oakmont, Jefferson and Pinecrest. After August, the savings continue with 35% off regular greens fees and a buy any bucket, get a small bucket free driving range offer at Burke Lake and Oakmont.
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Eat, Swing & Play Indoors
At Pinecrest Golf Course, enjoy daily TrackMan Simulator. On weekdays, spend only $50 for a meal and one hour on the simulator. On weekends, book two hours with our simulator and save 15% on food and beverages.
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Par-fect Your Swing
Discover golf instruction at Golf Fairfax with group classes and private lessons for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're picking up a club for the first time or fine-tuning your game, our PGA and certified instructors are here to help.
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An Un-beer-lievable Deal
At Burke Lake and Oakmont, a small bucket of golf balls and a 16-ounce beer is only $13. At Twin Lakes, you can get a small bucket and one beer, wine or seltzer for $13. For $18, you can upgrade the small bucket to a large one.
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Find Your Golf Girlfriends
Looking to meet new golfers and build confidence on the course? Join a Women on Course at Golf Fairfax. From clinics and leagues to social outings, women of all skill levels can learn, play and connect in a welcoming environment.
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Orange Tees Make Golf a Breeze
Calling all junior golfers! Join the Orange Tee Club and take your swing from the orange tees for an easier and more relaxed round. Designed for beginner golfers ages 5–12, members enjoy special discounts and cool swag.
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Hole-y Moley, That's a Good Deal
As part of a collaboration with Youth on Course, juniors ages 6-18 can play a round of golf at Burke Lake and Oakmont for $5, Monday-Thursday after 12 pm and Friday-Sunday after 2 pm.
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Par-Tee Time
Celebrate life's biggest moments at Twin Lakes Golf Course or Laurel Hill Golf Club. With beautiful golf course views, an experienced event coordinator and flexible packages to fit a variety of budgets, our venues make it easy to create a celebration that's uniquely yours.
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There's an App For That
Stay connected to all things Golf Fairfax with the free Golf Fairfax App. Book tee times, track your score, receive tee time alerts, view GPS maps and stay up to date on events and special offers.
Managed by Fairfax County Park Authority, Golf Fairfax features seven courses and four driving ranges located throughout Fairfax County. Courses are open year-round, weather permitting, offering opportunities to play in every season. To learn more about National Golf Month and all the ways to celebrate, visit the Golf Fairfax website at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf.
For additional golfing experiences, courses, and more, visit the Golf section of FXVA.com and don't forget to also check out some of the local mini-golf courses.
At its heart, golf isn't just about great shots or low scores. It's about spending time with friends and family, challenging yourself and creating memories that last a lifetime. We hope you'll join us on the green this National Golf Month.
*This guest blog post was provided by Caroline Frisby with Golf Fairfax & the Fairfax County Park Authority. All photos provided by Golf Fairfax. For more fun park activities, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks.*
