Issue 2 - November 2024

Club News and Announcements

Dear Members, Residents, and Fellow Golf Enthusiasts of all ages,

It gives me great pleasure to share our 2nd edition of Breaking Par. On that note, I played 9 holes with the Dougherty Group last week, and I couldn't break a sweat, much less break par! So, any words of wisdom come more from an historical perspective. It's unimaginable how the game can seem so easy at one stage, especially twenty years ago (which I'm sure many of us can relate to) and seem so foreign and difficult today. That's golf!

As y'all know by now (hopefully), membership packets were sent out a while back, and renewal memberships are due by December 15th, 2024. Please encourage any new neighbors or friends in the area to consider golf and/or tennis membership here at Aquarina or simply ask them to come speak with me.

In closing, as this is officially the November newsletter, let's all take stock of the countless things we have to be thankful for especially given the recent storms, not only as citizens of this great country, but as neighbors of this fine community. Let me be the first to wish you all a very healthy, happy, and safe Thanksgiving.

Best Regards,

Ed

golf@aquarinacc.com

Jack Nicklaus

2025 Membership Information

2025 Membership information is now available for both golf and tennis. Brand new members will receive two months free by joining now. Your membership would start immediately and is good through December 2025. There's never been a better time to join the club!

Download our 2025 Membership Packet or feel free to contact Ed for details at (321) 989 9463 or golf@aquarinacc.com or Payton for tennis at (321) 417 1045 or dot@aquarinacc.com



1. Grip: Ensure you have the right grip pressure—firm but not tense. Your grip should feel natural and comfortable and should never be too tight. Grip the club and hold it perpendicular to the ground which should feel very light. Then, hold it parallel to the ground which should feel very heavy. The ideal grip pressure should be somewhere in between.
2. Stance: Position your feet shoulder-width apart, with your weight evenly distributed or slightly forward. Align your body parallel to the target line with your feet, hips, and shoulders all pointing towards your target.
3. Posture: Bend slightly at the hips, keeping your back straight. Your knees should be slightly flexed, not locked, in a sportsman like stance.
4. Takeaway: Start your swing with a smooth, controlled takeaway. Keep the clubhead low to the ground and move it away from your body. Think of turning your left shoulder under your chin.
5. Backswing: Rotate your shoulders and hips while keeping your left arm straight. Aim for a full turn, with your weight shifting naturally to your back foot.
6. Transition: As you begin your downswing, shift your weight to your front foot leaning into your forward knee, and pushing it down and somewhat towards the target. This transition is crucial for generating power.
7. Downswing: Focus on your hips leading the motion. Your arms and hands should follow, creating a natural sequence.
8. Impact: Aim to hit the ball with a square clubface. Your body should be in a balanced position, with your weight shifting to your front foot. For irons and fairway woods, you want a descending blow, making contact with the ball first, then the ground in front of your ball (target side). With your driver, you should have an ascending blow, hitting the ball on the up-arc.
9. Follow-through: A good follow-through is key to a solid swing. Continue your motion after impact, allowing your body to rotate fully.
10. Practice: Consistency comes with practice. Work on these elements regularly, and consider recording your swings to analyze your technique.



Remember, every golfer is different, so find what works best for you!



Sale Continues at the Golf Pro Shop

Save Big While Supplies Last!

Come shop our Pro Shop sale and help us make room for next season's new arrivals.

• Big Markdowns on all of our Asics and Footjoy shoes.
• Cleveland Bucket Hats $15 each
• 25% off Men's Footjoy polos
• 50% off Ladies San Soleil, Sport-Tek, Swing Juice, and Port Authority short sleeved, long sleeved and sleeveless polos

Members get an additional 20% off sale prices too.

What a deal!

Stop by before it's too late! Pro Shop Open Daily - 7:00am - 5:00pm

Sink the Shot Hole-In-One Contest

Sink the Shot went live on Monday, October 15th! All golfers now have the opportunity to participate in a permanent hole-in-one contest on hole #6 sponsored by Sink the Shot. Anyone can scan the QR code located at the tee box and make a bet up to $100, before teeing off, for the chance to win up to $50,000 for a hole-in-one. Additionally, only Aquarina Members will have the opportunity to join this contest annually or semi-annually. For a cost of $200 each or $120 each, respectively (for 12 month/6 month residency), members will have the chance to win $5,000 each time they play at least a 9-hole round. Checks should be made payable to "Sink the Shot". Please give Ed or Helen your checks by November 1st to begin your membership in November. The club will benefit by receiving 10% of all proceeds wagered and the Conservancy Friends of Aquarina will receive 5% of all wagered funds. A win-win for everyone! Contact Ed for more details at golf@aquarinacc.com.

ORDER YOUR SANDPIPERS SHIRT NOW!

We plan to place an order for shirts for the Sandpipers Group in early December. Cost will be $60 plus tax (before member discount). It will be a plain white shirt (San Soleil Brand) with the Sandpipers logo. It is available in sleeveless, short sleeve, or long sleeve. Sizes are XS – XXL. If you are interested in purchasing one, please sign up in the Pro Shop. Add your name and remember to choose the style and size of your choice. Deadline to sign up is December 1^st. If any of the other golfing groups would like to explore ordering group shirts or other items, please check with Helen in the Pro Shop.



FLUTIE Tournament Shirts

Are you interested in getting matching shirts for the Flutie Tournament? We can special order for you. Ask Helen for more details: hospitality@aquarinacc.com. We do also have a few styles available now in both men's and women's sizes. Hurry though - two designs have already been purchased by teams for the Flutie Tournament.