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The driving range proved to be a big hit.
The inaugural Summer Golf Pop Up event was held in fine conditions at Stanmore Bay Reserve on Saturday afternoon, January 19.
The idea was to provide a free, fun event where the community could come and have a go at some golfing skills in an informal setting.
The event, organised by NZ Golf with Kiwisport funding and delivered by Gulf Harbour Country Club and Whangaparāoa Golf Club, attracted a reasonable crowd of players new to the game, including some straight off the beach.
The activities laid out on the fields at Stanmore Bay included a putting green, a driving range with targets, a fitness and workout area, and a 6-hole golf course. All equipment was provided.
Representatives from the Professional Golfers Association, participating clubs and Harbour Golf mingled with the participants to encourage and guide them through their pop up golf experience.
PGA trainee professional at Gulf Harbour Jenna Gainford says golf is often portrayed as an overly technical game, which is perhaps a barrier for some people to start playing.
“This event allows participants to experience golf for the first time in a fun and relaxed environment,” she says.
There is still time to have a go – the next two events at Stanmore Bay will be held on February 2 and 9, both from 3.30pm to 4.30pm.
