July 19, 2012
MADISON, Wis. -- The University Ridge closing on August 5 is approaching fast but there are still plenty of tee times left in the remaining golf season.
Watch for three Customer Appreciation Days coming July 22 and 29 where for $80 you receive unlimited golf*, cart, practice balls, buffet lunch, and a $5 merchandise credit. The third day is July 31 with the cost just $75.
Early morning, twilight, and super twilight rates will be available as well, so try to squeeze a few more rounds in before it's too late! To book a tee time call the golf shop at (608)845-7700 or book online. *unlimited golf is based on availability
After August 5 the award winning golf shop and practice facility will remain open! The price to use the practice facility is $10 for 45 minutes or $20 for all day. For only $40 for the remainder of the season you can become a Ridge Club Practice member and pay only $5 for 45 minutes or $10 for all day. Below are the hours of operation for the remainder of the season.
University Ridge Hourse of Operation
August: Sunday 7:30am-5pm, Monday 12pm-7:30pm, Tuesday-Saturday 7:30am-7:30pm September: Sunday 8am-5pm, Monday 12pm - 7pm, Tuesday-Saturday 8am-7pm October: Sunday 8am-4pm, Monday 12pm-6pm, Tuesday-Saturday 8am-6pm
The W Grill/Bar will be closed from August 7 to Opening day 2013. However, reservations for private parties will be accepted. Contact Andy Bacon at (608)497-4453 or atb@athletics.wisc.edu to book your private party at The W Grill.
Still room in the "OUT WITH A BANG" 3-Person Scramble
Spots are filling fast in for our last open tee time of the year! On Sunday, Aug. 5 at 2 p.m. you can join the "Out with a Bang" 3-Person Scramble for only $225 per team or $75 per player. Play will take place in 6-somes. The price includes cart, practice balls, hors'douevres after golf, and a chance to win great prizes. It's your last chance to say farewell until next spring. To sign up email or call Andy Bacon at (608)845-7700 or atb@athletics.wisc.edu. Spots are limited so sign up today!
Breaking 90, Introduction to Golf, and Junior Classes available in July
There is still openings in the Breaking 90 and Introduction to Golf classes that start next week. Breaking 90 runs from 5:30-6:30pm on July 24, 26, 31, and August 2, while Introduction to Golf runs from 6:45-7:45pm on the same dates. Group size will be limited to five and the cost for each class is $100 per student. The classes are all taught by Head Golf Professional Ryan Wieme.
Is your child running out of things to do this summer? Try the Commuter Camp during the week of July 30. The Commuter Camp runs Monday-Friday July 30-August 3, from 9am-12pm, and is for juniors ages 11-16. The cost for the week is $225 but it can be pro-rated for days that are missed. Campers will go over all aspects of the game, and will also get a chance to play the course the week before the golf course closes! All sessions are taught by Head Golf Professional Ryan Wieme.
To sign up for any of the above classes or to inquire about private, or junior instruction please contact Ryan at (608)497-4456 or rw2@athletics.wisc.edu.
