JC Golf Coronavirus Update – May 6, 2020

Golf Is Back!

From all of us at JC Golf, thank you in advance for your patience as we navigate through this challenging situation and determine how best to continue serving our guests, members, and communities. Stay safe and healthy as we all contribute to eliminate the spread of COVID-19 in our communities.

Are golf courses open? Yes! The below golf courses are open for booking tee times online: 
JC Golf’s Safe Play Guidelines for Course Re-openings as of May 6, 2020
  • Walking is encouraged.
  • Single-rider carts are permitted for all guests based on availability. As a result of single-rider usage, golf carts are limited and not guaranteed.
  • Face coverings are mandatory.
  • Social distancing is in effect. Plan to use 6′ distancing at all times. 
  • Payments by credit card only – no cash payments will be accepted.
  • Tee intervals will be closely monitored to regulate the number of players out on the course.
  • Click for the full list of Safe Play Guidelines
Resources for government updates:
While we take steps to reopen, let’s focus on staying strong both mentally and physically.   
  • Take care of ourselves – stay fit with some routine exercise and diet. With a club in hand, stretch and practice some basic swing techniques.   
  • Keep a positive mindset – focus on what’s important around us. Challenge your family to a mini-putt course or dive into some golf trivia.   
  • Help our communities – continue to adhere to physical distancing guidelines and reach out to family and friends to keep up social connections.   
COVID-19 Relief Programs – April
  • Titleist  – 15% of every purchase on titleist.com will be donated to support relief programs. Available at https://www.titleist.com/ 
  • Nike  – The Living Room Cup – a digital workout series offers a new space to compete against Nike pro athletes through weekly fitness challenges.  Available on the Nike Training Club app at https://www.nike.com/ntc-app

Thank you in advance for your patience as we navigate through this challenging situation and determine how best to continue serving our guests, members, and communities. Stay safe and healthy as we all contribute to eliminate the spread of the coronavirus in our communities. Together, we will get through this. 

FlingGolf, A Combination of Golf and Lacrosse, Comes to Welk Resorts San Diego

FlingGolf Swing

Looking For A Fun Alternative Sport? Try FlingGolf

At Welk Resorts San Diego, FlingGolf™ is a growing new sport that is played on the Oaks Course with a golf ball and FlingStick™. Whether you are an active golfer or someone who is into alternative sports, FlingGolf is a new twist on golf that is sure to grab your attention! An awesome alternative to golf, FlingGolf can be played alongside golfers and scored the same way as golf. FlingGolf is a great way to get your friends and family out on the course with you. 

 

Equipment

You only need one FlingStick™ and a golf ball for every type of shot. 

  • FlingSticks™ are available for rent or purchase in the pro shop at Welk Resorts San Diego.
  • Bring your own golf ball or purchase in the pro shop. 

Technique

For any age and skill level, FlingGolf is a sport that is easy to start and fun to master. Instead of hitting a golf ball with a golf club, you use a single FlingStick to hurl the ball and shape every shot from tee to hole. For maximum distance, it’s essential to take a few steps before your shot. Take a few steps back from where the ball lies and release the ball before reaching this spot.

 

The following Flinger techniques involve swings and motions from golf, lacrosse, baseball, and hockey:

  • The Overhand
  • The Sidearm
  • The Low to High
  • The Flop Shot
  • The Bump and Run
  • On the Green with the Striker Pad

Scoring

Just like golf, the Flinger with the fewest shots and the lowest score wins. 

  • Add up the total flings that it takes you to get the golf ball into the hole.
  • Take a one-shot penalty if your ball goes out of bounds, goes into a hazard, into a bunker or gets lost.

 

How to Play

FlingGolf™ is a fun sport that requires only one club (a FlingStick™) and can be played at a much faster pace than regular golf. You start on the Teeing Ground and throw your golf ball down the fairway in a lacrosse or baseball style motion. You continue throwing the golf ball from each spot that your ball rests until you have made it to the green. Once on the green, you can use the FlingStick™ as a putter with a Hockey style motion.

 

  • Equipment: With your FlingStick and ball ready to go, head to the tee.
  • Fling Techniques: There is no wrong way to fling it so make your own techniques or try out the overhead, sidearm, low-to-high, flop shot from behind your back or the sideways bump and run. 
  • Scoring: Count your flings from tee to hole.
  • Tee Shots: Throw your ball from behind the tee marker towards the flag. It is ok to take steps while flinging the ball.
  • Mid-Shots: Mark your ball where it lies and throw your ball from behind the mark.
  • On-the-Green Shots: Place the ball in the putting notch on the side of the FlingStick™ head, place your feet in position, and push the ball toward the hole. You may not move your feet while pushing. You may also mark the ball, place it in the FlingStick™ channel, and roll it toward the hole.
  • Penalties: If your ball lands in a sand bunker, water hazard, goes out of bounds or gets lost, take a 1-stroke penalty.
    • Sand Bunker: Remove your ball from the bunker and retreat up to 5 paces from the bunker along the line your ball traveled into the bunker. Fling your ball before reaching the bunker.
    • Water Hazards, Out of Bounds or Lost Ball: Retreat up to 5 paces back from where the ball went into the hazard, out of bounds or area where it was lost, then fling the ball before you reach the hazard, out of bounds or lost area.

FlingGolf FAQ’s

Can I play alongside traditional golfers?

Yes, even in the same foursome. 

 
Do I need a special golf ball to play?

No, a standard golf ball is all you need. 

 
How many FlingSticks do I need to play?

Just one.

 
How far will my FlingShot go?

Far, really far, or really really far. Over 100 yards within 5 minutes of using your FlingStick, but with some practice, strength, and skill, over 200 yards is certainly on the table. Hard-core athletes have been known to bomb it 250+ yards.

 
But how accurate will it be?

Very. Compared to an average golf shot, you will generally find it much easier to keep your FlingShots straight and on the fairway. 

 
How does pace of play compare to traditional golf?

FlingGolfers tend to play quicker than traditional golfers, especially beginners. 

 
Can I take a few steps before my shot?

Yes. For maximum distance, it’s actually essential. Take a few steps back from where the ball lies and release the ball before reaching this spot.

 

 

Team Building

For companies and teams looking for a fun off-site team-building activity for any sized groups, FlingGolf is a great choice. Make memories, create challenges and grow relationships all while your group experiences playing a brand new sport. Packages, pricing and group reservations can be customized for your event. 

 

Bob Thurston, First Assistant/Tournament Sales Director
Call: (760) 749-3225 x 22173
Email: BThurston@jcresorts.com

 

Location

Welk Resorts San Diego is located just off of the I-15 freeway, north of Highway 78 in north San Diego County. Serving the whole north San Diego community, Welk Resorts is in Escondido and close to San Marcos, Valley Center, Bonsall and Fallbrook. 

 

Welk Resorts San Diego
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr.
Escondido, CA 92026
Phone: (760) 749-3225

 

Resources

  • https://flinggolf.com/
  • https://www.golf.com/accessories/2020/03/25/fling-golf-buddies-finally-join-course/?fbclid=IwAR3GbOfL6dp_tNv3M1tIAVOB2v6fl7Qa398Vu7SUzanOxNMD-mMxuySu26M
  • The World League FlingGolf is the official governing body of FlingGolf and exists to support the player community, participating golf courses, and to promote the sport throughout the world.

Playing Golf Amid Coronavirus At JC Golf Courses – March 16, 2020

Our top priority at JC Golf is to ensure you and our staff remain healthy so we are taking all measures to follow the suggestions stated by the CDC and authorities. As we monitor every day, all JC Golf courses remain open (as of March 16, 2020).

 

For any questions about playing golf or using the practice facilities, please call the Pro Shops:

 

 

Can You Play Golf Amid Coronovirus Concerns?

Golf Digest addresses the anxiety brought on by the coronavirus pandemic and suggests golf might be just the right antidote in Mike Stachura’s story, Can You Play Golf Amid Coronavirus Concerns? With Proper Precautions, Yes.

 

One of the healthy things to do is be outside in the daylight, avoiding crowds. Beneficial suggestions include:

  • practice social distancing
  • walk or request your own cart
  • handle your own clubs only
  • leave the flagstick in while putting
  • forego the 18th green handshake

“Less stress, physical activity, being outdoors, taking in nature. Maybe hitting more practice balls on the range or even walking the course at night with a club and a few balls. Sounds a lot like the game we love. Be careful out there.” – Mike Stachura, Golf Digest

 

 

You Can Still Play Golf 

From Dr. Kelly Cawcutt, associate director of infection control and hospital epidemiology and Nebraska biocontainment unit member at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska and also so says Kelly Cawcutt, golfer, wife of a golfer, mother of a golfer and daughter of a golfer:

 

“Precaution is the name of the game. It’s very reasonable to play if you are smart about it and follow the proper guidance. You’ll have to follow precautions that you normally wouldn’t have to, but I would play under that guidance.”

 

For more tips and what a player should do throughout the round, visit: Golf and the coronavirus: how to play with confidence, according to an expert

By Nick Piastowski, MARCH 14, 2020
 

Coronavirus Protocols By JC Golf – March 13, 2020

Coronavirus Protocols By JC Golf – March 13, 2020

 

As our communities continue to feel the increased impact of Coronavirus, we at JC Golf think that it is important to share with you what we are doing to help keep our guests and employees safe and healthy. Please be assured that we are closely monitoring guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to ensure we adopt the best preventative protocols.  

 

At JC Golf, our primary mission is built around serving the needs of our guests, employees, and communities and there is no greater priority than to protect your health and safety. In an effort to accomplish this, we have implemented a number of enhanced health and safety protocols. Our precautionary measures include increasing the frequency of cleaning and disinfecting in all public areas, check-in desks and back-of-house with a focus on high-touch areas and surfaces such as doorknobs, light switches, handles, phones, keyboards, tables, chairs,  golf cart steering wheels, GPS screens, and handles.

 

For the health and safety of our guests and employees, we have also distributed throughout the properties additional hand sanitizers and alcohol-based disinfectants.  

 

As an organization we have adopted flexible “stay home/stay healthy” support for our employees, requiring those who may feel ill to remain home without worrying about missing work. 

 

 

Thank you in advance for your patience as we navigate through this challenging situation and determine how best to continue serving our guests, members, and communities.

JC Golf Welcomes Nike Summer Golf Camps to Junior Golf Program

Junior Golf - Reidy Creek

2020 Summer Camps by Nike Junior Golf in San Diego

JC Golf is looking forward to a fun and exciting camp season for juniors in San Diego this summer! As an extension of the JC Junior golf program, Nike Junior Golf Camps will be held at six of our golf courses located in north San Diego County. For juniors looking to improve your skills and get some practice this summer, try out a camp near you!

 

 

Nike Junior Golf Camps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2020 Summer Nike Golf Camps Hosted at San Diego County Courses:

June 8-12 (Full Day) – Reidy Creek Golf Course – Escondido

June 15-19 (Full Day) – Oaks North Golf Course – San Diego

June 22-26 – (8:30-11:30 am) Encinitas Ranch GC / (1:00-4:00pm) The Crossings GC – Encinitas and Carlsbad

June 29-July 3 (Full Day) – Welk Resorts San Diego – Escondido

July 6-10 (Full Day) – Oaks North Golf Course – San Diego

July 13-17 – (8:30-11:30 am) Encinitas Ranch GC / (1:00-4:00pm) The Crossings GC – Encinitas and Carlsbad

July 20-24 (Full Day) – Oaks North Golf Course – San Diego

July 27-31 (Full Day) – Oaks North Golf Course – San Diego

August 3-7 (Full Day) – Reidy Creek Golf Course – Escondido

Encinitas Ranch

Nike Junior Golf Camps, Encinitas Ranch Golf Course

Encinitas Ranch Golf Course | Encinitas

Nike Junior Golf Camps at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course are a great way for young golfers of all ability levels, ages 7-15, to receive structured coaching while also having fun! Hosted by the young teaching professionals at Premier Golf Academy, these camps are held each day from 9:00am – Noon and offer fifteen total hours of instruction on all facets of the game – full swing, chipping, pitching, putting and sand play.

For more information and to register, visit Nike Junior Golf Camps, Encinitas Ranch Golf Course
Encinitas Ranch Golf Course | 1275 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024

Nike Junior Golf Camps, The Crossings at Carlsbad

The Crossings at Carlsbad | Carlsbad

Register for Nike Junior Golf Camps at The Crossings and enjoy top-notch instruction and fun golf activities this summer! Campers arrive after lunch each day and receive instruction on all facets of the game from the Premier Golf Academy staff. Camps run from 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm each day and are offered to players of all ability levels, ages 7-15.

For more information and to register, visit Nike Junior Golf Camps, The Crossings at Carlsbad
The Crossings at Carlsbad | 5800 The Crossings Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92024

Oaks North Golf Course

Nike Junior Golf Camps, Oaks North Golf Course

Oaks North Golf Course | Rancho Bernardo

Join the Premier Golf Academy staff at Oaks North Golf Course this summer for a week of great instruction and fun activities. Structured for junior players of all ability levels, ages 8-16, these full-day Nike Junior Golf Camps run from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm each day. Each morning, campers take part in three hours of morning instruction followed by lunch (included in camp cost) and afternoon course play with the staff.

For more information and to register, visit Nike Junior Golf Camps, Oaks North Golf Course
Oaks North Golf Course | 12602 Oaks North Drive, San Diego, CA 92128

Reidy Creek Golf CourseNike Junior Golf Camps, Reidy Creek Golf Course

Reidy Creek Golf Course | Escondido

Nike Junior Golf Camps and Premier Golf Academy are excited to host campers at Reidy Creek Golf Course in Escondido this summer. These full-day camps are structured for junior players of all ability levels, ages 8-16, and include three hours of morning instruction followed by lunch (included in camp cost) and afternoon course play with the academy staff. The camps at Reidy Creek run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information and to register, visit Nike Junior Golf Camps, Reidy Creek
Reidy Creek Golf Course | 2300 North Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026

Premier Golf Academy

Nike Premier Golf Academy Camps, San Diego

Twin Oaks Golf Course | San Marcos

Nike Premier Golf Academy Camps, San Diego, are held at Premier Golf Academy’s Tour Training Facility at Twin Oaks Golf Course. The academy offers overnight and day camp programs as well as a full-time academy for tournament-level junior golfers. The staff includes top PGA professionals and apprentices dedicated to producing the best camp experience in the world. 

For more information and to register, visit Nike Premier Golf Academy Camps, San Diego
Twin Oaks Golf Course | 1425 N. Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069

Nike Junior Golf Camps, Welk Resorts San Diego Golf Course

Welk Resorts San Diego Golf Course | Escondido

Premier Golf Academy is thrilled to invite young players to join in for the newest Nike Junior Golf Camps in San Diego County at Welk Resort. Full-Day Camps are offered for young players, ages 8-16, who are looking to improve their game and have fun in the process. The camps include three hours of morning instruction at the practice facility followed by lunch, which is included in the cost, and afternoon course play with the Premier staff. The camps at Welk Resort run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information and to register, visit Nike Junior Golf Camps, Welk Resorts San Diego
Welk Resorts San Diego| 8860 Lawrence Welk Dr., Escondido, CA 92026

Kid-Friendly & Beginner-Friendly Courses To Play in San Diego

Great golf courses for kids, juniors and beginners in San Diego and Escondido.

 

For younger kids and beginner golfers, executive golf courses are ideal. Because the greens are shorter in length, junior and beginner golfers can take their time honing their skills. The executive courses don’t take as long to finish so kids and beginners can keep the pace and not get too tired. To help get started with golf, discounts are available to juniors through the JC Junior card program and beginner lessons are available through the Intro2Golf program. 

 

1. Oaks North Golf Course | San Diego (Rancho Bernardo), CA 

  • Executive Course
  • 27 Holes, Driving Range, Putting Green, Pro Shop, Snack Bar
  • Youth and Beginner Lessons, Clinics and Camps 
  • JC Junior Program Discounts 
  • Intro2Golf hosted clinics

Oaks North Golf Course
12602 Oaks North Drive
San Diego, CA 92128
Phone: 858-524-3247

Book a Tee Time

 

2. Reidy Creek Golf Course | N. Escondido, CA

  • Executive Course
  • 18 Holes, Putting Green, Pro Shop, Snack Bar
  • Youth Camps 
  • JC Junior Program Discounts 

Reidy Creek Golf Course
2300 North Broadway
Escondido, CA 92026
Phone: (760) 740-2450

Book a Tee Time

 

3. Welk Resorts San Diego Golf Course | N. Escondido, CA

  • Executive Course
  • 18 Holes, Putting Green, Pro Shop, Snack Bar
  • Beginner Lessons and Clinics
  • JC Junior Program Discounts 

Welk Resorts San Diego
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr.
Escondido, CA 92026
Phone: (760) 749-3225

Book a Tee Time

 

For information on youth golf programs in San Diego County, visit www.jcgolf.com.

JC Junior Card Program

Lessons For Juniors

Golf Camps For Juniors

Junior Golf Tour (Tournament)

Parent-Junior Golf League

 

 

 

 

 

Best Championship Golf Courses To Play in North San Diego

Four Championship Golf Courses To Play in North San Diego County

 

North San Diego is home to California’s best golf courses with challenging greens, beautiful scenery, and top golf amenities. Managed by JC Golf, these premier golf courses are open to the public. If you plan to play 5 rounds in one year, be sure to ask about the JC Players Card when making your reservation so you get the lowest green fee rates plus discounts to local businesses. 

 

Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Course

Closest to central San Diego, begin your week at the Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Course, a flagship championship course and host to the PGA Tour. The resort atmosphere sets up nicely for al fresco dining at Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant or Avant. Experience new flavors, fresh from the sea, farm, and garden as well as cocktails, wines, and beers uniquely created with an artisan’s touch.

Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Course
17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive
San Diego, CA 92128
Phone: (858)649-1975

Book a Tee Time

 

Encinitas Ranch Golf Course

Head to San Diego’s fun beachy town of Encinitas! Few courses in California offer Pacific Ocean views like Encinitas Ranch Golf Course. Ideal for the whole family, Encinitas Ranch features a large driving range, putting green, and San Diego’s only Putting Green Course! With wide-open greens and five sets of tees and few bunkers, everyone has a chance to post a low score at Encinitas Ranch. Unwind at the Ranch Grille restaurant with a full bar, San Diego craft beers and indoor-outdoor seating.

Encinitas Ranch Golf Course and Ranch Grill
1275 Quail Gardens Drive
Encinitas, CA 92024
Phone: (760) 944-1936

Book a Tee Time

 

The Crossings at Carlsbad Golf Course

Another stunning coastal course with views of the ocean and local canyons, The Crossings at Carlsbad is a whole-day experience. Equipped with a full practice area and extensive driving range, your experience will include challenges that test all skill levels. After your round, enjoy drinks and a superb meal at the Canyons Restaurant in the architecturally beautiful clubhouse. Depending on which day you arrive, you might catch live music, bar specials or trivia night.  

The Crossings At Carlsbad Golf Course
5800 The Crossings Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Phone: (760) 444-1800

Book a Tee Time

 

Twin Oaks Golf Course

Just minutes from the “Hops Highway” (Fwy 78) in San Marcos, Twin Oaks Golf Course balances beauty and challenge and features a full bar with North County’s famous craft breweries including Port Brewing, Mother Earth, Belching Beaver, and Stone Brewery.

Twin Oaks Golf Course
1425 N. Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, CA 92069
Phone: (760) 591-4700

Book a Tee Time

 

To book tee times for a whole week, we recommend calling the Central Reservations Desk at 858-675-8470.

To get the best prices on the recommended courses, the JC Players Card is recommended. After playing about three championship courses, the card pays for itself. For more information on the Player Card program, reach out to the Players Card Specialist at jamico@jcresorts.com or visit the JC Golf website: https://www.jcgolf.com/san-diego-golf-deals/