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HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE GOLF INFORMATION

Before Play dress code etiquette & course care pace of play guest play private golf carts medical flag rain check policy handicap Packages & Outings

Before Play

Each golfer must register individually in the golf shop 30 minutes before play, show proper I.D. and pay proper fees before staring play. Players must retain receipt for duration of play and show to course officials upon request.

     Each golfer must have a set of clubs and a bag.

     Each player is required to present an I.D. from one of the following categories:

           Category A: POA issued Photo I.D. card

               (1) Current Photo I.D. Membership Card or,

               (2) Current Family Photo I.D. Card

           Category B: POA Issued Card

               (1) Current POA Membership Card** or,
               (2) POA Issued Visitor Card

** A photo-bearing I.D. such as a driver's license must also be presented.

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Dress Code

Golfers and non-players accompanying golfers must be attired in proper golf clothing while on any POA village course.

     ~ Collared shirts, bermuda shorts and slacks are preferred.

     ~ Cut-offs, athletic shorts, short shorts, or swim wear are not permitted.

    ~  Men must wear shirts with sleeves at all times. Ladies must wear shirts or blouses that cover midriffs.

     ~ Tank tops, tee shirts with printing on them, and undershirts are not permitted.

    ~  Footwear must be an acceptable golf or sneaker-style shoe. Work boots or cowboy boots are not acceptable.

     ~ No metal spikes; no bare feet.

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Etiquette & Course Care

Please assist us in caring for our courses by:

     ~ Raking sand bunkers.

          (Rakes should be left inside the bunker.)

     ~ Repairing ball marks on green.

     ~ Not taking divots with practice swings.

     ~ Sanding all divots.

     ~ Playing ready golf. (Hit when ready.)

     ~ Marking scores on the next tee.

     ~ Being a courteous smoker by not throwing out cigarette butts.

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Pace of Play

Hot Springs Village players are asked to maintain an acceptable pace of play (four hours or less before noon).

Players not maintaining this pace may be required to speed up or move forward and speed up play.

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Guest Play

How can a guest play for reduced rates?

With the purchase of a coupon book guests can play for reduced rates.

Property owners may purchase two family rate coupon books per year per lot owned. There are 6 coupons in each book. The coupon is good for one 18-hole greens fee and one 18-hole cart seat at family rates after 12:00 pm at any POA golf course. Coupons are good all day at the Coronado Golf Course and at all courses during the winter shotgun season.

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Private Golf Carts

Are private golf carts allowed In Hot Springs Village?
Yes

- All private golf carts/neighborhood electric vehicles must, however, follow Village rules and regulations concerning carts and must be registered with the Property Owners’ Association.

 

POA Golf Course Use

~ Golf carts over 1,749 pounds are restricted to golf paths only. Golf carts over 2,500 pounds are excluded from operating on any Village golf course.

~ Use of a private golf cart on Hot Springs Village courses is only for the property owner/owners of the registered golf cart. Golfers paying a greens fee greater than a property owner rate may ride in the passenger seat of a privately owned golf cart for green fee and surcharge only. All other riders will pay the appropriate trail fee.

~ Operators of both private and rented power golf carts must observe the posted cart rules of the day.

~ No more than two persons and/or two golf bags are permitted on any golf cart.

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Medical Flag

The medical flag program assists golfers who are unable to walk to the ball on days when the fairways are closed to cart traffic. A doctor’s authorization or handicap vehicle parking permit is required to purchase a medical flag, which must be renewed each year.

     The physician should state if the disability is permanent. If it is, the authorization will not need to be renewed each year. If the disability is temporary, the nature of the disability must be stated and authorization must be obtained each year.

     Super Senior property owners who purchase a medical flag (80 years of age or older) are automatically renewed each year.

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Rain Check

The POA provides for the issuance of a rain check to a player when inclement weather that did not exist at the start of play causes discontinuance of play. Rain checks are also provided if the POA management closes the golf course. Rain checks will not be issued for other reasons.

 

An 18-hole rain check will be issued when play is stopped before five holes are completed. An 9-hole rain check will be issued when play is stopped before nine holes are completed. If a golfer has begun play on the tenth hole, no rain check will be issued. Also, no rain check will be issued for twilight play.

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Handicap

What is a USGA HANDICAP Index?

     A handicap index is the USGA’s service mark used to indicate a measurement of a player’s potential ability on a course of standard playing difficulty. It is expressed as a number taken to one decimal place and is used for conversion to a course handicap. Handicap indexes are revised every 28 days.

Do I need a handicap index?

     Maybe. If you plan to play competitive golf, whether in a league, tournament, or competition between friends, you will need a handicap index.

How do I sign up for a handicap index?

     A GHIN number will be assigned after the registration and fee are received. Registration forms are available at any golf shop and the POA Administration Building.

How do I post scores ?

     Scores can be posted from any POA golf shop or via the Internet at www.ghin.com. To post a score from a home computer, participants will enter their GHIN number, and the slope and yardage of the course played to post a score. The property owner’s member ID number is used when posting scores from the golf shop. The USGA requires 10 posted scores before a handicap index is calculated.

What if I post a score incorrectly?

     Each golf shop has a form available for corrections located next to their GHIN terminal. Can a GHIN number be transferred? Yes. If a current USGA GHIN number has been issued from another club, it can be transferred to Hot Springs Village.

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Packages & Outings

Golf Packages

Golf Packages are offered through real estate agencies renting property in Hot Springs Village.

     ~ Packages are for a minimum of 8 golfers and a maximum of 32.

     ~ Each package will include at least 3 rounds of golf per person.

     ~ Isabella and Granada golf courses will not be available for play on Friday or Saturday mornings.

     ~ Golfers can replay a second round (at the same course if space is available) after 1:00 p.m. for cart fee and surcharge.

For a list of local rental agencies participating in the golf package program please contact the Golf Department at (501) 922-2858.

Corporate Outings

The game of golf offers business persons a unique opportunity to spend quality time together while building and developing business relationships.

 

Hot Springs Village brings together a discerning range of services, expertise and talent to provide corporate leaders, individuals and planners with successful golf outings that meet their respective goals.

 

All details concerning your golf outing are meticulously executed by our golf staff, allowing you and your guests to concentrate on golf and the business at hand.  As this is accomplished, we will treat you and your guests with the respect and decorum reflective of your office and of the ancient game of golf.

Hot Springs Village is a great place for meetings before or after your round.  Let us know your needs, and we will work with you to make this your greatest golf outing ever.

Whether your group is small or large you can be sure that your group will have plenty of open space to enjoy.

Our facilities include driving ranges, short game practice areas, holes of pure unspoiled golf, practice greens, golf shops, clubhouses, and restaurants/bars.  Private meeting rooms are available for an on site meeting before or after your event.

You will find that our packages offer a high level of value for the package components that are included.  At Hot Springs Village we are committed to providing you with friendly and professional assistance from the planning phase through the production of your event and will be glad to customize a tournament or outing to fit your exact needs.  With that said, I think you will find our group tournament packages include everything you need for a successful event.

Call or email us today and let Hot Springs Village custom design a memorable experience for you and your guests, or make an online request.

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