Eric MacCluen's Vision to Make Golf Accessable to Everyone in the Delaware Valley

Whether you're a skilled player looking to take your game to the next level or you've always wondered if you would enjoy the game, Eric MacCluen Golf offers various fun and affordable programs to all ages. The talented and passionate EMG instructors will show you how to strengthen and refine your swing and will share with you many techniques to practice in your own home to ultimately lower your scores. Join us and love the game of golf!

2024 Junior Golf Programs
Applecross Country Club

~ Junior programs are open to both Applecross members and guests. ~

Junior Clinic Program Quick Look Junior Clinic Programs - Fundamental Skills for ages 7 to 14 Clinic schedules run April thru October! Beginner & Intermediate Levels welcome Junior Clinic schedule is set by age groups 6 week series ~ 1 hour sessions each Spring Series Saturdays - April 6 ~ May 11 Little Linksters Program Quick Look Little Linkster Playdates for ages 4-6 Clinic schedules run April thru October! 6 week series ~ 1 hour sessions each Spring Series Saturdays - April 6 ~ May 11

All program details & registration information can be found below.

~ Applecross is a Private Golf Club and requires proper golf attire to be worn on the course, on the range, and at the Learning Center while participating in all golf activities! Boys must wear a collared shirt tucked in. Sneakers are acceptable footwear. Please, NO T-shirts, tank tops, jeans, cargo pants/ shorts, or gym shorts are permitted on the course or practice facilities! ~

Junior Clinic Program
Premium instruction for beginner to intermediate level juniors!

Junior Golf Clinics

Combined Beginner & Intermediate Levels - Boys and Girls
Class Size 6:1 Student / Instructor Ratio

Junior group clinics are designed for juniors ages 7 - 16 with beginner to intermediate golf skills. When daylight hours begin to increase and the temperature starts to rise, we look forward to bringing out the golf clubs. Group clinics are a great way to learn to play golf or keep up with your game and have fun too. By continually working on the most important parts of the swing, it can improve how consistent you swing a club and how well you make contact with the ball when you actually play. In this program, students will have the opportunity to work with our teaching professionals in a safe and supportive environment while improving their swing mechanics. In fact, it can be easier to work on grip, posture, turning, weight shift, wrist hinge and more while eliminating the pressures of scoring or the worry of where the ball goes on the course. Let us show you how...you will ultimately hit the ball better, farther, and more consistently and have a lot more fun when you get out on the course!

Schedule Information

Junior Golf Clinics: Where & When...

The 2024 Spring Series Clinics will run for 6 weeks beginning Saturday, April 6, 2024.
Students should enroll in the program time that best suits their schedule for the full 6-week series or contact Eric MacCluen to create a group of your own with 4 or more students at a time that best works for you.
The Junior Clinic program is designed as a 6-week series with lesson topics taught in sequence.
- You are encouraged to repeat the 6-week series throughout the season as needed.
All Junior clinics are 1 hour in length.
Classes will take place at the Applecross Learning Center located up on the driving range.
- Class location and times are subject to change as daylight hours or weather conditions change.
- You will be notified via text of any changes so be sure to always book your classes on-line in advance.
There are no makeups for a missed class during the 6-week series unless class is cancelled due to weather. The price for the 6-week series includes one FREE class.

Junior Clinic (6) Week Series - Spring schedule is now available below:
Saturdays only...

Ages 7~9: 10:15 - 11:15am

Ages 10~12: 11:15am - 12:15pm

Ages 13+: 12:15 - 1:15pm

Spring Series Dates: 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11

Junior Golf Clinics: How to Register...

Juniors may register for clinics by doing the following...
- Step 1: Students must register for clinics by submitting the registration form with payment prior to the start of the program series or bring them to each individual class.
  Print and complete a current registration/ payment form found in the yellow highlighted registration section below.
  
  Students must complete and submit the registration form with payment prior to the start of any class you attend.
  
  Individual Clinics - If your child is unable to attend at least 5 classes in the 6-week series and you wish to pay per class, you will pay the $40/ individual class rate.
  
  You may submit one registration form and pay for up to 4 classes at the individual clinic rate and note the date(s) your child will attend or you must bring a registration form with payment to each individual class.
  
  Junior Clinic 6-Week Series - If you plan to attend at least 5 classes in a series, you should purchase the $200/ 6-week series for a savings of $40.
  
  PREPAY - You must pay in advance of each 6-week Junior Clinic series to receive the full discounted program rate. You may not pay for classes your child attends at the end of a series.
  
  If payment is not received by the first class, then each class your child attended prior to receiving payment will be charged the individual clinic rate of $40. The prorated amount of $33/ will then apply toward only the remaining classes in the 6-week series from the date of payment.
  
  You may bring the completed registration form & payment to each individual class your child attends or to the first class in a 6-week series, drop-off to the Applecross pro-shop prior to class, or mail to the address provided in the yellow registration section below and on the form.
  
  Series content will be taught in sequence, therefore, attending individual classes in a series is discouraged.
- Step 2: Schedule all your classes online thru Smarter Lessons.
  - To view the full program calendar and schedule your classes, please create an account on Smarter Lessons
    by clicking on the "Book Now" button below in the yellow highlighted Jr. Clinic registration section.
  - Create a separate account for each student.
  - Once complete, you may add the student's name to the online class rosters for the date(s) they will attend.

The more frequently a student attends class and practices what they learn, the greater opportunity they have to improve their skills in preparation of playing tournament golf or on their high school team.

Payment Information

Payment For:	Series Fees	Individual Clinic Fee
Junior Clinics:	$200 - Six (6) week program rate (A savings of $40 for 6 classes - that's 1 FREE class)	$40 - Each Individual Clinic

All rates posted and advertised are cash/ check prices only.
Applecross members and guests will pay $40/ class if participating in anything less than the 6-week Junior Clinic series.
The program series rates posted are per person rates and may not be split by multiple family members.
The 6-week series rate includes one free class (you are paying for just 5 classes).

There are no makeups or carry over to future series if you are unable to attend a date in your series.

There are no refunds for missed classes due to the program savings offered, NO exceptions.

To Register for the Junior Golf Clinic Program:

Spring Series Clinics:

Step 1: Please complete one registration form per student per program series.
- Your registration form and payment are due prior to or at the start of the first class you attend in the Junior Clinic series.
  - You may drop off registration forms with payment to the Applecross pro-shop in an envelope marked "Jr. Golf Program,
    Attn: Eric MacCluen", bring all to class or mail to: Eric MacCluen Golf LLC, 824 Tremont Drive, Downingtown, PA 19335.
  - Cash or check payments only. Please make checks payable to: Eric MacCluen Golf LLC.
  - Please note "Jr. Clinics", the series or class date(s), and the student's name on the check's memo line.
- You must register and pre-pay for the 6-week clinic series to receive the discounted program rate.
  - If the registration form AND full payment are not received at the time of the first class in the series, then each class
    attended prior to receiving full payment will be charged the single class rate of $40.
  - The rate of $33/ class will apply toward the remaining classes from the date of payment until the end of the program series.
- If you have multiple registration forms to complete for more than one child, print one copy of the registration form,
  complete all the repeat information one time, and then make additional copies as needed to fill in the rest.
Step 2: You must register each student online for each class you plan to attend.
- Each student must create a separate account. The participating student's name ONLY should appear on the attendance list, not a parent's name or another child's name. Once your child's account is created it's as simple as logging in, choosing the groups/clinics tab, click on the appropriate clinic from the calendar and reserve the class.
There are no refunds or carry over to future series for missed classes due to the $40 program savings offered, NO exceptions!

Click Here for the 2024 Applecross Golf Academy Spring Jr. Clinic Series Schedule & Registration Form (Spring Series from April 6 - May 11, 2024.)

Submit registration forms and payment as directed ~ ABSOLUTELY NO PHOTOS, PLEASE!

*A 24 hour cancellation policy will be in effect. If you cannot attend, please remove the student's
name from the online registration. A no-show will count as attending since your name
will remain on the class list and therefore will be included in the clinic attendance total.

**If no one has signed up 48 hours prior to a class day/time the class day/time will be cancelled for that week.
There will be absolutely no walk-ins allowed during the off season.

"Golf is not a sport you should practice just once a week. Those who truly want to succeed, like in every sport, receive continuous gentle tweaking of their game instead of needing to come in for an overhaul which is typically required when we see those who come just once in a blue moon. After looking back on my history of successful students who have received college scholarships or played professional golf, many of them I saw more than once a week and many of them came numerous times each week. If they traveled in from out of town where frequent visits were not possible there was often a sense of urgency to learn, change and improve. The tendency to default back to old habits will always be there. This holds true whether the student is an adult or a child. Teaming up with the parents to monitor and guide the practice has always been important in the development of a successful golfer and keeping a constant eye on things can keep the ship sailing in the right direction." - Eric MacCluen

All sessions will provide students with the opportunity to receive professional training in a fun and competitive atmosphere. Further, this program will enable both boys and girls to strengthen their short game skills around the green and build confidence on the course to become successful competitive golfers. This program is 1 hour in length and guaranteed to be both educational and loads of fun.

Sessions Feature:

Various drills and techniques based on the four main areas of short game: putting, chipping, pitching and sand shots.
New drills each week to build a library of exercises that juniors can practice on their own to continuously improve their skills.
Instructors to provide students with more personal attention and allow classes to run efficiently with rotating stations.

Little Linkster Playdates
Premium instruction for the youngest golfers!

Little Linkster Playdates

Beginner Level - Boys and Girls
Class Size may vary from week to week. The more participants, the merrier!

Little Linkster Playdates will focus on the youngsters of our golfers, those who are 4 yrs. old by April 1, 2023 thru 6 years of age. As the Eric MacCluen Golf logo "Instruction Fore Life" states, our mission is to offer golf instruction to all ages. Most often, if we start kids at a young age in a positive and creative way, we are able to capture their interest and develop their skills so that they will enjoy the game and become golfers for life. The community of Applecross is filled with youngsters who don’t even know they like golf yet. They just need to be exposed to it in a fun way. In this interactive program, children will develop lasting friendships with other youngsters who are learning to play. Applecross is a great facility for your family to play together with multiple putting and hitting areas. We embrace the opportunity to get your family playing with an entertaining and educative program.

Golf Instruction Features:

Innovative classes blending skill building, games and prizes
Exposure to the four basic shots in a fun and safe environment
Etiquette
Basic Golf Rules

All instruction is founded in fun and is communicated in a fashion that resonates with children. Having a great time “doing” golf with their friends, peers and, yes, even their parents, sets the Applecross Golf Academy Little Linkster Program apart from most other programs. Little Linkster Playdates are intended for our youngest players to enjoy this baseline approach which works on Grip/Aim/Stance, purposes and uses of various clubs/ shots/ targets, taking care of the course and discovering how learning golf can actually be fun. With mandatory “Caddy” involvement and occasional access to on-course play with the “Caddy”, these playdates work on the “team” approach in which each player works together with his/her “Caddy” to learn how to get these future champions started in the right direction. No prior golf experience or equipment is required, just a willingness to “catch the golf bug” in a safe, fun, well-supervised environment. Classes are 1 hour in length.

~ Everyone is encouraged to attend "playdates" as often as
possible since repetition is essential for developing golf skills.

~ We highly encourage girls to participate
in all of our programs!

~ Golf clubs for Little Linkster Playdates are not necessary to participate as they can be fitted properly for US Kids Clubs.

~ Proper dress is required for all participants including parents.

Little Linksters Playdate Schedule

Little Linkster Program:

The 2024 Little Linkster Spring series will run for 6-weeks beginning Saturday, April 6, 2024.
Little Linkster playdates will take place on Saturdays only for the 2024 golf season.

Little Linkster Playdates:

Playdate (6) Week Series - Spring schedule is now available below:
- Saturdays
  
  Ages 4~6: 9:15 - 10:15am
  
  Spring Series Dates: 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11

Little Linkster Playdates: How to Schedule...

Little Linksters may register for playdates by doing the following...
- Step 1: Students must register for clinics by submitting the registration form with payment prior to the start of the program series.
  Print and complete a current registration form found below.
  
  The registration form and payment must be submitted in advance following to the registration form instructions or you may bring the form and full payment with you to the first class in the series.
  
  You may not pay for classes attended at the end of a series. You must PREPAY to receive the discounted program rates. Details about the program rates are available below.
  
  If you plan to attend less than 5 classes in the series you will pay the $35/ class rate. You may submit one registration form and prepay for 1-4 classes noting the date(s) your child will attend or you must bring a registration form with payment to each individual class your child attends.
  
  Series content will be taught in succession and attending individual classes in a series is discouraged.
- Step 2: Schedule all your classes online thru Smarter Lessons.
  - To view the full program calendar and schedule your classes, please create an account on Smarter Lessons
    by clicking on the "Book Now" button below in the yellow highlighted Little Linkster registration section.
  - Create a separate account for each student.
  - Once complete, you may add the student's name to the online class rosters for the date(s) they will attend.
  - The six week series rate presently includes one free class. Currently, the program is offered just one day per week, therefore, no makeups are possible for a missed Little Linkster Playdate. Also, a missed class may NOT carry over to a future series.

Little Linkster Playdate Fees & Registration Information

Payment For:	Series Fees	Individual Playdate Fee
Linkster Playdates:	$175 - Six (6) week program rate (A savings of $35 for 6 classes - that's 1 FREE class)	$35 - Each Individual Playdate

All rates posted and advertised are cash/ check prices only.
Applecross members and guests will pay $35/ class if participating in anything less than the 6-week Little Linkster series.
The program series rates posted are per person rates and may not be split by multiple family members.
There are no refunds or carry over to future series for missed classes due to the program savings offered, NO exceptions.

**Discounts apply to most programs and private instruction for Applecross Country Club Members so become a member today!**

To Register for the Little Linkster Program:

Spring Linkster Series:

Step 1: Please complete one registration form per student per program series.
- Your registration form and payment are due prior to or at the start of the first class you attend in the playdate series.
  - You may drop off registration forms with payment to the Applecross pro-shop in an envelope marked "Little Linksters,
    Attn: Eric MacCluen", bring all to class or mail to: Eric MacCluen Golf LLC, 824 Tremont Drive, Downingtown, PA 19335.
  - Cash or check payments only. Please make checks payable to: Eric MacCluen Golf LLC.
  - Please note "Little Linksters", the series or class date, and the student's name on the check's memo line.
- You must register and pre-pay for the 6 week clinic series to receive the discounted program rate.
  - If the registration form AND full payment are not received at the time of the first class in the series, then each class
    attended prior to receiving full payment will be charged the single class rate of $35.
  - The rate of $29/ class will apply toward the remaining classes from the date of payment until the end of the program series.
- If you have multiple registration forms to complete for more than one child, print one copy of the registration form,
  complete all the repeat information one time, and then make additional copies as needed to fill in the rest.
Step 2: You must register each student online for each class you plan to attend.
- Each student must create a separate account. Only the participating student's name should appear on the attendance list, not a parent's name or another child's name. Once your child's account is created it's as simple as logging in, choosing the groups/clinics tab, click on the appropriate clinic from the calendar and reserve the class.
There are no refunds or carry over to future series for missed classes due to the $35 program savings offered, NO exceptions!

Click Here for the 2024 Applecross Golf Academy Spring Linkster Playdate Series Schedule & Registration Form (Spring Series from April 6 - May 11, 2024.)