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We welcome our members and friends back! We are so happy to have the course back up and running!
September is a busy month – please see what golf and leisure activities will be taking place at the club.
Please take note that Mondays are open again with tee times available from 9h00 to 11h00. For our members only, if you want to tee off after 11h00 you are more than welcome to. |
| September Clubhouse Hours |
MONDAYS – 07h30–16h30
Open every Monday, except 30 Sept when the golf course, golf shop and halfway house is open, but the upstairs is closed for year-end stocktake.
TUESDAY to SUNDAY – 07h00–19h00
Tue 10th / Thu 12th / Tue 17th
We will be open for CLUB NIGHT SOCIAL dinners between 18h00 – 20h00. |
| The stunning 10th green, taken by our superintendent Charl Blaauw this week. |
| An Enlightening shopping experience! |
| Not only has the golf course had some work done, but so has the shop.
We can’t wait to brighten up the start of your golfing experience with our shop’s new light and vibrant paint job and the newly merchandised sections!
Visit the Golf Shop today and our team of professionals will assist with all your clothing and equipment questions and needs.
We can’t wait to see you! |
| An experience that we will never forget! |
| Jeff Clause, Liezl Clause, Charl Blaauw, Pieter Germishuys and Norman Riley all attended the Club Management Association of South Africa’s Annual Conference. |
| Introduction to the Conference Experience |
| Attending the Club Management Association of South Africa (CMASA) annual conference was an enriching experience for all types of professionals and managers in the club industry. This event served as a platform for networking, learning, and sharing best practices among club managers, owners, and industry stakeholders. The conference featured a lineup of esteemed guest speakers who brought diverse insights and expertise to the table. |
| Each speaker brings unique perspectives based on their experiences in various sectors related to club management:
Brent Lindeque – Known for his work in social media and digital marketing strategies, Brent offers insights into how clubs can leverage online platforms to enhance member engagement and attract new clientele.
Brent was also our MC for the conference (his 4th year!) and always brings positive energy! He is the Founder of The Good things Guy!
Before Good Things Guy, the online Good News site was born, Brent Lindeque did something. What started as a simple idea to try and better one person’s day, turned into a global event carried out by millions of people. The ‘RAK initiative’ was all about giving back and helping those in need. |
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| It all started when Brent Lindeque, a young South African, turned the reckless drinking game Nek-nominations on its head – by using his nomination to instead perform a random act of kindness. By giving a homeless man a R20 meal, and using the power of social media to “pay-it-forward” his nomination went viral and to date has been featured locally on Carte Blanche, Espresso, 5Fm, eNCA, News24, Radio702 and internationally on Mashable, Huffington Post, CNN, BBC, Sky News, the Oprah Magazine and even Ellen Degeneres gave the initiative a shout-out.
Brent brightened up the room with an engaging personality, always highlighting the person’s ability see the positive things in people. Believing that good news is and always will be around us – we just need to see it.
David Grier – A renowned adventurer and motivational speaker, David shares lessons from his expeditions that can be applied to leadership and team dynamics within clubs.
Carel du Toit – Combines passion for people with his commitment to community with the background of extensive IT expertise. He constantly sets himself and his team goals to encourage continued improvement and innovative experiences.
David Allen – Is a leadership coach with an exciting and engaging approach to life. His descriptive and engaging way of delivering insight kept all of us on our seats. One area that we took on board was establishing basic principles that you believe in and never compromising on them.
Paul Leishman – Walking up on stage with a very colourful outfit that complemented his trip to Las Vegas – attending the CMAA world conference. He provided great insight and information on the current happenings of clubs around the globe.
His background in strategic planning allowed him to address future trends in the club industry and how managers can prepare for them.
Benoit le Roy – With expertise in finance and investment within the leisure sector, Benoit discusses financial sustainability strategies that are vital for long-term success.
He has over 40 years of experience in environmental engineering. He is the CEO of the Water Ledger SA and Operations Director of Nexus Water Alchemy. He set the scene of what water we have for the future, government policies and strategies.
Craig Corbett – A specialist in technology relating to irrigation on golfer courses, Craig highlights innovative tools that can streamline operations and enhance member experiences.
Rob Arnold – A long time CMASA partner focused on human resources and staff development, Rob emphasises the importance of cultivating a positive workplace culture to improve service delivery. We always enjoy spending time with Rob! His presentation was so engaging! RCA operates as a culture development and customer experience enabler to brands across the retail, medical and hospitality sectors.
Roger Collins – An expert in marketing strategies specific to clubs, Roger shares effective techniques for promoting events and services to maximise attendance and revenue.
Ryan Stramrood – A motivational speaker with a focus on resilience and mental toughness, took us through an amazing experience of gaining three Guiness world records for ice swimming. He inspires the attendees to overcome challenges both personally and professionally with our hidden mental fortitude and self belief – pushing past the impossible, is possible. This was a nail-biting presentation! Read more about him here. |
| The conference also facilitates numerous networking opportunities where attendees can connect with peers from across South Africa’s club industry. We had the most amazing experience of playing Fancourt Links and Outeniqua, as well as prize giving dinners with new faces around the table that we can share thoughts and experiences with. |
| Workshops and Breakout Sessions |
| In addition to keynote speeches, participants have access to workshops and breakout sessions tailored to specific areas of interest such as membership retention strategies, event planning best practices, or financial management techniques. These sessions allow for deeper dives into topics relevant to current challenges faced by club managers today. |
| Conclusion: The Value of Attending CMASA’s Annual Conference |
Overall, attending the CMASA annual conference was not just about listening to speakers – it’s about engaging with fellow professionals who share similar goals of enhancing their clubs’ operations while fostering a vibrant community spirit among members. The knowledge gained from this event equipped us with actionable insights that we can take on board and enhance your experience with us.
Our sincere thanks to the excellent CMASA team, under leadership of Roxanne Reeves, as well as the Executive Committee. You always deliver excellent service! |
| Are you the King/Queen of putting? |
| Our Team of Professionals will be hosting Ladies Beginner Clinics on the 9th & 23rd of September 2024. We will send the details of the Clinic in advance.
Please save the date! |
| Immerse yourself in spring |
| The Heart of a Woman – 21 Sept 2024 |
| This is an event dedicated to celebrating the strength and beauty of women. Join us for an afternoon filled with joy and empowerment.
Enjoy a delightful high tea, experience expert hair and makeup tutorials, and witness a bold, avant-garde fashion and hair show.
Our goal is to unite in raising funds for women who often go unnoticed. In collaboration with local businesses, we aim to support charities that uplift women and children in need.
You’ll be welcomed with fabulous goodie bags, have the chance to win exciting lucky draw prizes, and bid on incredible products: all in the spirit of celebrating women.
Let’s come together to honor the Heart of a Woman!
In partnership with: St Francis Links, Toffee Clothing, Bard’au & Co, Liv Hair Studio, St Francis Tourism, Soma Care Beauty & Wellness Pty Ltd. |
| Proceeds to local charities supporting women and children.
For information or tickets, please e-mail events@stfrancislinks.com or call the Links +24 42 200 4500. |
| Let’s all come together for a good time |
| Why do we want to incorporate Scorecapture @ St Francis Links? |
| Click the link below to download: |
| We will be looking to run our events off this online scoring platform in the coming months, and we would like to go fully electronic for our competitions by Jan 2025.
ScoreCapture is a FREE live scoring golf app
- with digital scorecards.
- GPS and analysis tools to assist you in improving your game while increasing your enjoyment on the course.
For competitions:
A Competition and Events setup module, where you can set up events, with unlimited leaderboards in a 1-round game using 30 different calculation types including “Ryder Cup” style format.
Add your buddies to make the tournament setup quick and easy. It eliminates point calculation errors and ensures the person will be playing off the correct handicap for the applicable format.
Leaderboards, including eclectics, order of merits, rankings, and knockouts.
FREE FEATURES Include:
- Digital scorecards showing gross, nett, points, and your adjusted gross in an individual or 4-ball format
- GPS rangefinder with a full screen map, with variable target, zoom, and tilt gestures
- Easy one screen 4-ball scoring with all the info you need at your fingertips, including a “pickup” button that calculates your maximum score on the hole
- Analysis tools indicating your scoring, par 3,4,5 performance, target off the tee, greens in regulation, and putting stats in easy-to-view graphs for your game and your golf journey
- Detailed matchplay scorecard screens with 4 matchplay calculation types (drop to zero, scratch, nett, or points)
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| Dear Members,
Please see below the information document of our Annual Links Cup on the 28 & 29 September 2024: |
| Please enter using the Google Docs Form below: |
| We look forward to hosting you all for this exciting event! |
| St Francis Bay 70th Birthday Celebration – 26 Sept 2024 |
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| The Japanese character for 10,000 resembles a person walking. A 1960s Japanese pedometer was called “Manpo-kei”, which translates to “10,000 steps meter”. Marketing at its best. But there is science behind the numbers. Walking specifically 9,800 steps each day reduces your risk of dementia by up to 50% (Nuffield Health). |
| Social connection is a pillar of lifestyle medicine. There is significant evidence that feeling connected can help people improve both physical and overall health. |
| Sports offer mental and physical health benefits. Golf adds social engagement. |
| Make a plan now. Next week, organise with some friends to play-9 one late afternoon during the week. Make it a scramble drive. Make the game about enjoyment, connection, and relaxation. |
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