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8/2/2010

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3/12/2009

Building work to start on Clubhouse Extensions!!

Yes, we have the go ahead and will be starting immediately. We are likely to have a 2 pronged attack, commencing foundations for the dining extension together with internal structural works in preparation for the dormer extensions - this is quite complicated!

We don't have an estimated completion schedule. We shall be progressing as rapidly as we can, whilst ensuring that it is all done right and as cost effectively as we can. We want to use the right people for everything so at times might be in their hands for availability. We shall also ensure that we keep disruption down to an absolute minimum for all our customers.

Keep popping in to see how we are progressing and keep an eye on this page for updates.

Thank you all for your patience and support.

12th October 2009

Glyn Abbey in West Wales won the CCV Welsh Golf Club of the Year in a glittering ceremony at the Celtic Manor, receiving the trophy from First Minister Rhodri Morgan.

Ryder Cup captains Colin Montgomerie and Corey Pavin, along with celebrities such as Bryn Terfel, Chris Evans and Gareth Jenkins were among those who congratulated Glyn Abbey on receiving the Golf Union of Wales award at a dinner to celebrate next year’s Ryder Cup in Wales .

Glyn Abbey’s award was a great reward for an incredible turnaround at the club in 11 years, with chief executive Martin Lane and club captain Andrew Shufflebotham pictued here receiving the award from CCV managing director Barry Gibb.

View the whole article : http://www.golfunionwales.org/ArticleView.aspx?ArticleID=318

View the video on : http://www.golfunionwales.org/

New Professional Appointed

Firstly, we all wish Darren the very best in his new position as Director of Golf at Carmarthen. As he is not exactly leaving the country we will all still undoubtedly see plenty of him.

We can't of course replace Darren, but we can fill the vacant post with the best person available and so we are delighted to announce that Mike Davies will be joining us as our new Head Professional and Golf Operations Manager. Mike has 10 years experience, has been head professional at Bowood and Alice Springs, coached men's county in Gwent, Glamorgan and Wiltshire and is NLP certified and a REPS level 3 qualified personal trainer. As such he is able to offer the full package of golf conditioning, swing and mind and will make the best use of the fantastic range of facilities we have here for golf development.

Mike will be starting officially on the 1st April, but he has already been down a few times and started coaching our Junior Team. Please make him feel right at home and introduce yourselves - photo below to help with what he looks like.

Family Schemes

Know of friends or neighbours wanting to take the sport up? Got any other family members interested in starting?

We are piloting family schemes with the aim of encouraging more family units to take up the sport and to create a welcoming family environment. The schemes deliver 6 x 1hour beginner group lessons for family members (maximum 3 groups). There will be a minimal charge for each family.

A Family is defined as any two (or more) family members.
 

The scheme will take the form below:

• Free taster evening/day/sessions for families wanting to try golf
• Then invited to attend 6 x 1 hour group lessons
• Following the 6 weeks, the family are then offered the chance to continue with a further 6 weeks of tuition with a temporary trial membership
• There is then a choice of family membership packages to encourage participants to become full members

For further details or to register your interest, please contact Leighton Medway via the Club on 01554 810278 or email via contact us.

Another Junior fundraising success.

The Spanish Tapas theme went down a storm on Friday 6th March, attracting 54 people and raising a further £270 to add to the success of the Greek and Italian nights. A massive thank you goes out to all the supporters of the events.

Next event : French night - Friday 3rd April £10 / head

Tickets now available - Limited to 50 people

Non Members very welcome!

All you can eat for £10, £5 of which will go to the junior section.

The night starts at 7pm, all are welcome and tickets are available from any member of staff.

Don't delay.

Great day had by all in Pro's Xmas Knock.

70 people played in what was excellent day. The weather was fantastic which made the day much more enjoyable. Black friday and the flu bug did cause a couple of casualties on the day but other than that everything ran smoothly.

The winners of the trophy this year were the popular pairing of Paul Thomas and Mike Grievson with 45 points. Runners up were the father son combo of Kyle and Neale Watherston followed by the highly tipped pairing of Dafydd Latham and Martin Lane.

The ladies competition was played over 9 holes and was won with a very respectable score of 19 points by Jan Leyshon.

Some juniors were in the main competition but there was also a 9 hole competition ran which was fiercely fought by Liam and Arron two of our great prospects, and in the end the victor was Arron with 22 points.

At the end of the presentation the Pro's Xmas draw was done. Three fab prizes were up for grabs and the 3 lucky winners were:

1st Alan Roberts - Electric trolley

2nd Neil Blower - Benross W/proof suit

3rd Dai Shed - Titleist golf bag.

Overall a highly successful day, congratulations to all the winners on the day and thank you to all those who played or supported the event.

Darren.

Monday, 6th October

Awards recognise Wales’ golf talent

Ian Woosnam, Welsh ambassador in the run-up to The 2010 Ryder Cup, was among the winners at the Ryder Cup Wales annual gala dinner and awards, sponsored by CCV in conjunction with the Golf Union of Wales, recently held at The Vale Hotel, Golf and Spa Resort.

Woosnam was named Tour Professional of the Year for his achievements in 2008, which included winning the Parkridge Polish Seniors Championship and the Russian Seniors Open, as well as making the cut in the US Masters.

Darren Griffiths of Glyn Abbey Golf Club was named Golf Development Wales (GDW) Professional of the Year as an excellent example of a PGA professional who understands the benefits of doing fundamental work at grass roots level.

He mixes his commitments at beginner level with elite individual coaching making him a true asset to Welsh golf. His accomplishments include: mentoring a PGA Level 2 volunteer coach to help recruit and coach new juniors; running two 5x60 beginner clubs with that PGA Level 2 volunteer; coaching the Welsh Special Olympics golf squad; running a Dragon Golf Starter Centre; helping GDW to pilot the new golf resources for Key Stage 3 of the National Curriculum; acting as a consultant on the GDW Guide to Clubs on Junior Golf CD-ROM; and being one of the GUW / PGA nominated coaches for the ground-breaking PGA Level 4 qualification.

First Minister, Rhodri Morgan, who was present at the annual awards dinner, said: “I would like to congratulate all four winners on their achievements at these awards and in realising that quality is key to success. The eyes of the world will be on Wales in 2010 and a huge amount of work is being done to ensure that not only The Celtic Manor Resort, but Wales as a whole, is ready to host this great sporting contest.”

03/10/2008

Darren Griffiths awarded Welsh PGA Professional of the Year 2008 at a the Ryder Cup gala dinner and award ceremony at the Vale of Glamorgan last night.

Glyn Abbey's Juniors place third in the Dyfed Order of Merit 2008, narrowly missing out on second.

Tigers A team finishes second in division one in Dyfed, having only gained promotion into this division this year! A great testament to the players and the Club's commitment to competitive golf

01/09/2008

DRIVING RANGE IMPROVEMENTS

Improvements are being made to Glyn Abbey's driving range in its continued attempt to improve its facilities for members and visitors and add further value to the membership and the Glyn Abbey experience.

Improvements include:

1. Improved drainage

2. Extended to 270 yards

3. Land re-profiled

4. Dedicated bays for woods/drivers

5. Fairway simulation(on left hand side)

6. Target practice including USGA spec pitching green at 85 - 100 yards and new yardage targets.

7. Ball dispenser at the range.

8. Enclosed by perimeter netting.

The project is scheduled to finish in spring 2009.

02/01/2008

Buggies can be used throughout the year at Glyn Abbey.

29/01/2008

9 hole beginners course (The Mission Course) now fully open!! Pay as you play or join as a Member.

16/02/2008

MEET THE NEW COACH AT GLYN ABBEY GOLF CLUB

Leighton Medway

I am a local to the area born and bred.

As a player I have been involved in golf for 15 years.

Prior to coaching golf I was involved in the engineering industry as a manufacturing engineer for 20 years.

Having worked with Darren Griffiths the head professional at Glyn Abbey for three years training as an assistant coach I have qualified to ASQ level 2 coach, trained by the PGA.

I am also qualified NLP practitioner (Neuro-Linguistic programming).

I have attractive prices, designed for all standards of player:-

Group lessons, individual lessons, playing lessons,

Golf Foundation junior passport lessons.

Psychology for your playing-mind performance.

Beginners are very welcome.

So phone, or call in for an informal chat over coffee to discuss your golfing needs.

I am only to happy to help.

Lessons are all held at Glyn Abbey with excellent practice facilities, a stunning location and very friendly atmosphere.

For further information please contact Leighton Medway at Glyn Abbey pro-shop on 01554 810278 or mobile 07980 594145.