The Banner JULY/AUGUST 2018
WELCOME CLUBS WITHIN A CLUB HIGHLIGHTS! Men s Tennis Saturday Slam Contact: Jason Michael jmichael@ballantyneclub.com Saturday Mornings at 8:30 a.m. Match play in the summer and winter months, for all levels of tennis players. Format is best 2 out of 3 full sets. Jason will send an email on Mondays, anyone who would like to participate will respond to the email. On Thursday he pairs all the players up for as evenly of a doubles match as he can. Then, you just show up on Saturday morning and play your match! TRUE CRIME CLUB Contact: Cynthia Nadel cynthianadel@gmail.com If you re a mindhunter seeking the thrill of investigating psychopaths, serial killers, historical cases, specific murder cases, unsolved crimes, and just people who kill we invite you to examine the facts with us. Meets once every other month to give everyone the opportunity to thoroughly investigate each new case and information about the old case. The next meeting is Thursday, July 5 at 7 p.m. at the Main Clubhouse with a Field Trip to Escape Room South on Friday, July 6th. PICKLEBALL CLUB Contact: Jason Michael, Director of Tennis jmichael@ballantyneclub.com Open to all classifications of membership! The Club has added lines and purchased equipment for four Pickleball courts on Hardcourt # 7. Come join us Sundays from 5 to 7 p.m. to learn this fun and exciting game. Free instruction will be provided by USA Pickleball Association Ambassadors and BCC Members Dick & Desire Osman. The Club will have loaner paddles available for those who want to try the game before purchasing their own paddle, and will provide balls. CLUB DIRECTORY Jon Grooms Club Manager jgrooms@ballantyneclub.com Emily Burgholzer Director of Sales eburgholzer@ballantyneclub.com Scott Cochran Director of Agronomy scochran@ballantyneclub.com Matt Saggio Director of Golf msaggio@ballantyneclub.com Dorianne Bellamy Member Engagement Manager dbellamy@ballantyneclub.com Victoria Labenberg Communications Manager tlabenberg@ballantyneclub.com Kate Simmons Family Activities Center Director ksimmons@ballantyneclub.com Jim Lewentowicz Director of Operations jlewentowicz@ballantyneclub.com Jason Michael Head Tennis Professional jmichael@ballantyneclub.com Roger Smith Director of Building & Facilities rsmith@ballantyneclub.com Welcome New Members! Eleanor Stanley Social Member Joseph & Peggy Kovach Trial Golf Members Swaroop & Shalenee Yalla Social Members Vijay Bondada & Renuka Tyagi Trial Golf Members Brandon & Tara Sheets Social Members Kent & Mary Wolff Social Members Renaud & Hanne Mazarguil Tennis Members Sagar Rathie & Devanshi Patel Full Golf Members Michael & Andrea Cowart Social Members Keith & Shannon Nichols Social Members Bob & Melissa Sage Social Members Karan Shah & Ashka Patwa Social Members Monica Chen Social Member Abhilash Raveendran & Archana Prabhu Social Members Kathryn & Adam Udasin Social Members Julie & James Horiuchi Social Members Heiko & Melissa Uhink Tennis Members Samuel & Jacqueline Davis Social Members Neil & Jeanine Breedlove Social Members Scott & Meredith Barnette Social Members Jason & Lauri Patrick Trial Golf Members Diane Hill Social Member Carey Houck & Julie Egan Social Members Courtney & Andrew Dinkelacker Young Executive II Members Michael & Erin Turner Social Members Tom Markham Social Member Gen & Stephanie Lee Social Members
The Lifestyle You Envision for Your Family
MEMBER REFERRAL PROGRAM As a valued member of Ballantyne Country Club you can play an active role in helping the Club grow its membership as there s no better ambassador than our existing members. By referring new members to our Club, you re not only contributing to the growth of our community of friends and family, but also to the continued success and longevity of our Club. We invite you to share your Club with your friends and business associates. To thank you for each referral that results in membership, you will receive account credit as follows: Refer a Full Golf Member: $1,875.00* Credit Refer a Sports Member: $1,320.00* Credit Refer a Tennis Member: $885.00* Credit Refer a Social Member: $750.00* Credit PLEASE CONTACT: EMILY BURGHOLZER, DIRECTOR OF SALES EBURGHOLZER@BALLANTYNECLUB.COM 705-544-1404 EXT. 401 YOU CAN ALSO FILL OUT THE MEMBER REFERRAL FORM ON THE WEBSITE. PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS NOT APPLICABLE TO MEMBERSHIPS BOUGHT FROM REFUNDABLE MEMBERS OR TRIAL MEMBERSHIPS. *Value may change based on dues structure
G A T H E R T H E G A N G A N D G E T C O M P E T I T I V E! TUESDAY NIGHTS AT THE CABANA Tuesday, June 12 Tuesday, June 19 Tuesday, June 26 Tuesday, July 3 Tuesday, July 10 Tuesday, July 17 Tuesday, July 24 Tuesday, July 31 Tuesday, August 7 Tuesday, August 14 Tuesday, August 21 Bingo Trivia Bingo Trivia Bingo Trivia Bingo Trivia Bingo Trivia Bingo One-Hit Wonders / Famous Duos Sports Teams / Logo R&B / Motown American History / America Facts Sports Songs/ Fight Songs TV Shows/ Sitcoms/ Office, Friends Rat Pack/ 50s/ 60s/ Movie Trivia Classic Rock Final Summer Trivia Round Grand Prize Round $10 Per Person Guests Welcome Snacks Included
DINING
Drive-in movie night Friday, August 17th 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Cost: $30+ per cart (seats 2 people) $10+ per lawn seat Back by popular demand! Celebrate the last few days of summer vacation by watching the classic, Sandlot! Each registrant will receive a bag of popcorn, candy and a drink to enjoy! Location: Driving Range Wednesday, July 25 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Adults: $14.95+ Children 4-12: $8.95+ Santa decided to visit! The decor will be out, the music will be playing- we just need you! Breakfast at Night Buffet - Wear Your PJs! Held at the Main Clubhouse FAMILY music BINGO Sunday, July 29 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Adults: $18.95+ Children 4-12: $12.95+ Great Prizes, Great Food and Great Fun! Held at Main Clubhouse
wine social Thursday, August 23 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Free for Vintner Club Members $25.00+ for Non-Vintner Club Members Open to All Members and Guests couples latin dance night Friday, August 10 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Cost: $40+ per couple Includes couples dance instruction, Latin tapas and specialty drinks! Bring a date and hit the dance floor to learn how to dance the Salsa from instructors! Located in Main Dining Room Friday night music in the lounge July 6 and 20 August 3 and 17 7:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m. international wine night Thursday, July 19 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Complimentary We re hosting a member appreciation event for all members! Join us for incredible food and wine pairings! Ages 21 and over.
sunday brunch buffet Sundays 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Adults: $19.95+ Kids 4-12: $9.95+ Want to Come? Make a Dining Reservation! Family Night BuffET Wednesdays 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Full Dinner Menu Also Available Make a Dining Reservation! Adults: $14.95+ Children 4-12: $8.95+ member birthday nights Wednesday, July 11 and August 1 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Come join us on the first Wednesday of the month during our Family Night Buffet to celebrate your birthday with a complimentary dinner buffet! On this night, we ll celebrate your birthday if it falls within that specific month! three for $30 Thursdays 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. $30.00+ Per Person All Bottles of Wine on BCC Wine List are Half Price! (Excluding Reserve List) Prix-Fixe Menu Make a Dining Reservation! Adult Only (18+) Dining Nights: 7/5, 7/26, 8/2 and 8/30 (Families in another location these 4 nights)
D A Y T I M E A C T I V I T I E S 4TH OF JULY F U N I N T H E S U N A T T H E P O O L & C A B A N A! P O O L & C A B A N A H O U R S : 1 0 A M - 5 P M I N F L A T A B L E W A T E R S L I D E W A T E R B A L L O O N G A M E S S W I M R E L A Y R A C E S B I G G E S T S P L A S H C O N T E S T J U I C E B O X D I V E B U F F E T, L I M I T E D M E N U & S P E C I A L S N O R E G I S T R A T I O N I S R E Q U I R E D F O R D A Y T I M E A C T I V I T I E S * * F I R S T C O M E, F I R S T S E R V E M E M B E R S C A N N O T R E S E R V E T A B L E S / P O O L C H A I R S
E V E N I N G A C T I V I T I E S FOURTH OF JULY J O I N U S A T T H E M A I N C L U B H O U S E! M A I N L O U N G E : 1 1 A M - 3 P M T U R N S T A N D : 8 A M - 5 P M B U F F E T : 5 : 3 0-8 : 3 0 P M P A T R I O T I C S T I L T W A L K E R B A L L O O N A R T I S T S O A P B U B B L E C I R C U S I N F L A T A B L E O B S T A C L E C O U R S E F I R E W O R K S I T A L I A N I C E S R E G I S T E R O N L I N E - S P O T S F I L L U P F A S T!!! B U F F E T C O S T : $ 1 8. 9 5 + P E R A D U L T $ 1 0. 9 5 + P E R C H I L D ( 4-1 2 ) * * P L E A S E R E M E M B E R T O B R I N G C H A I R S & B L A N K E T S F O R O U R F I R E W O R K S S H O W A T D U S K
CHILDREN S ACTIVITIES
Kid s club! Monday- Friday 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday/Thursday 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Thursday Evenings 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Friday Evenings 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Saturdays 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sundays 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Ages 3+ (Restroom Independent) Complimentary Drinks & Snacks Included Drop your kids off at the FAC while you enjoy the club s amenities. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes! family night buffet activities! Wednesdays 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Complimentary Ages 2 1/2 and Up (Restroom Independent Please) Structured activities are offered at the Main Clubhouse. Parents must check-in with the activity leader and have children properly signed in and out of this event. Film saturdays! Saturdays 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Complimentary Drinks & Snacks Included Ages 2 1/2 and Up Contact or stop by the FAC to find out more about the films we are playing!
jr. sports camp Tues. July 24 - Fri. July 27 Tues. August 7 - Fri. August 10 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. $265 per week & $25 registration deposit Lunch, Drinks, Snacks and T-Shirt Included Please Provide T-Shirt Size in Comments Ages 6 and Up Enjoy Tennis, Golf and Swim Instruction with our fun staff each day of camp! fac summer olympics Saturday, August 4 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. $15.00 for Kid s Club Members $20.00 for Non-Kid s Club Members Drinks & Snacks Included Ages 5 and Up Bring your friends to compete! Can you win gold? Parents Night Out: PAJAMA NIGHT! Saturday, July 21 and August 11 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. $30.00 for Kid s Club Members $35.00 for Non-Kid s Club Members Dinner, Dessert & Drinks Included Ages 2 1/2 and Up (Restroom Independent Please) Join your friends at the FAC for a comfy night in your PJs while your parents enjoy a night out on the town!
Middle school field trip to high seas mini golf Thursday, July 12 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $20 for snack & ticket Grades 6-8 Join friends to play some pirate themed putt putt at High Seas! Drop Off & Pick Up: 10001 Charlotte Highway Indian Land, SC 29707 END OF THE SUMMER KID S CLUB POOL PARTY! Friday, August 24 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. $15.00 for Kid s Club Members $20.00 for Non-Kid s Club Members Snacks & Drinks Included Ages 5 and Up (Independent Swimmer) It s Summertime! Join your friends for a late night pool party! Middle school pool party! Saturday, August 25 8:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. $15.00 for Kid s Club Members $20.00 for Non-Kid s Club Members Drinks & Snacks Included Grades 6-8 Bring your friends to the last late night pool party of the season!
nerf battle royale Saturday, July 7 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. $15.00 for Kid s Club Members $20.00 for Non-Kid s Club Members Drinks & Snacks Included Ages 5 and Up Bring your Nerf guns and plenty of ammo! Prepare for a fun battle at the FAC! teen night out at the fac Wednesday, July 18 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. $20 for Members $25 for Guests Includes Pizza, Drinks and Snacks *24 Hour Cancellation Policy Ages 13 and Up Come to the FAC to enjoy a fun night of lawn games, video games and more with your friends!
TENNIS
THE TENNIS RACKET Summer is in full swing and so are things on the tennis courts. We have our Summer Jr. Program pumping on all cylinders. We have several events and the Doubles Club Championships scheduled for August. These are just a sampling of the great things that are happening in Tennis here at BCC! We have hired a New Assistant Pro, Susie Brown. If you have not had a chance to meet her, stop by and introduce yourself, or you may email her at sbrown@ballantyneclub.com to set up a lesson or a clinic for your group. Ladies Team Tennis is just around the corner, so if you are new to weekday tennis or haven t played before, please contact Jason by August 7th to get on a team for the fall season! A reminder to put all names in your court bookings when you play that way everyone in your group gets credit for playing for our Tennis Rewards program the more entries you get the more chances you have of winning some great prizes each 2 week period. Watch the videos to see if your name was picked! Ladies, look for an email from Coach Jason on when the next upcoming Tennis Lunch and Learn will be and also Thirsty Thursday Margarita Nights, a great way to unwind at the end of a hot day! Jr. Team Tennis will be starting up soon. Please contact Coach Sean at ssmith@ballantyneclub.com to get signed up for the fall season. The entry deadline will be August 20th. We are very blessed to be the ONLY Club in the whole southern USA that gets their clay courts resurfaced 3 times per year. We will be getting them resurfaced for the 3rd time August 13th-16th and we appreciate your patience during that time. We look forward to seeing you on the courts, and if you have any Tennis needs do not hesitate to come and see us! Get IN on the action, and OUT on the courts, Jason, Sean, and Susie
wimbledon wooden racquet mixed doubles round robin Tuesday, July 4 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Complimentary Sign Up Online Round Robin with Wooden Racquets! ladies margarita mixer Wednesday, August 1 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Free for LTA members $30.00 for Non-LTA Members Food & Margaritas Provided Sign Up Online Men s fall kickoff round robin Saturday, August 11 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free to MTA members $30.00 for Non-MTA Members Sign Up Online ladies & Men s Doubles Club championships Friday, August 17 and Saturday, August 18 3 different divisions $35 per player Sign up by emailing jmichael@ballantyneclub.com
men s Drill & Play Tuesdays 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. For our 3.0-4.5 men. Focus includes drilling, live ball, stipulated point play tactics & strategy, live ball play and much more! $22 per session ladies Drill & Play Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Focus includes drilling, stroke work, tactics & strategy, live ball play and much more! $22 per session ladies 2.5-3.0 clinic with coach susie Saturdays 11: 00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Focus includes drilling, stroke work, tactics & strategy, live ball play and much more! $22 per session
hot shots program Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays June 12 - August 25 Tuesday: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Daily $17 or All Summer $199 - Orange ball program for 10 & under player - Spend time on fundamentals, technique & more - To get players involved in our USTA Team High performance program Monday- Thursday June 11 - August 23 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Daily $45, Weekly $140 or All Summer $999 For the serious, competitive player looking to take their game to the next level. Please Note: Players in this program must be approved by our tennis staff! Quickstart Fridays & Saturdays June 15 - August 25 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Daily $17 All Summer $199 This program is for the 8 & under player. It is for kids being exposed to tennis for the first time. We work on hand-eye coordination, tracking skills and basic strokes in a fun environment.
GOLF
firecracker open Wednesday, July 4 Tee Time: 8:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. (Double Tee) $20 Per Person Includes Lunch (plus applicable sport and cart fees) Format: 2 Person Teams Playing Texas Scramble - Men, Ladies, Guests & Juniors Eligible (Must Have a Handicap) - Sign Up as a Pair or the Golf Shop can Pair Call the Golf Shop to Register: 704.341.3113 parent-child & grandparent-child tournament 9 holes Sunday, August 12 3:00 p.m. Shotgun $25 per person (plus applicable sport and cart fee)
2018 men s club championship Champions Dinner Friday, August 24th Championship Flight: Friday, August 24th Sunday, August 26th Blue Tee Flights: Saturday, August 25th Sunday, August 26th Awards Ceremony: Sunday, August 26th 5:00 p.m. Spouses Welcome Cost: $80.00 (plus applicable sport and cart fees) Price Includes: Daily Payouts, Player s Gift, Food (Saturday & Sunday) and Flight Prizes *Championship Flight Black Tees - Gross Division Only Must have a 6.0 index or lower to be eligible* guest appreciation day July 26 and August 30 Members Make Your Own Tee Times May Bring Up to 3 Guests $25.00 Per Person (plus applicable cart fee) *Blue Tee Division Flighted* - Gross and net payouts per flight in the blue tee division
ladies evening league Tuesday, July 17 and 31 6:00 p.m. Cost: Applicable Sport and Cart Fees Call the Golf Shop to Register cocktails & couples Friday, August 31 5:00 p.m. Shotgun Cost: $29 per person (Includes prizes & dinner after play) REDNECK THEMED Format: TBD Guests are Welcome to Play BLGA Clinic Wednesday, August 1 9:00 a.m. Limited to the first 12 Ladies $15.00 per person Format: To Be Announced Lady lynxters clinic Tuesday, July 31 9:30 a.m. $15.00 per person Limited to 12 Ladies Format: TBD Ladies guest day Tuesday, August 7 May Bring Up to 3 Guests (Lady Guests Only) Cart Fee Only Make Own Tee Times
junior club championship Wednesday, August 1 - Thursday, August 2 Tee Times Begin at 12:00 pm on Wednesday and 9:00 am on Thursday $20.00 per Child, Entry fee includes tee prizes, awards and lunch following the final round. Two Day Stroke Play Event for Boys and Girls Age Divisions: 8-9 10-11 12-13 14-15 16-18 Call the Golf Shop to Register and to Indicate Age randy joyner golf junior prep Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. 7/11, 7/18, 8/1, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29 Ages 9-12 $15.00 per session (Golf & Sport Members) $30.00 (Other Member Types) Max: 6 Participants per session Please keep in mind there is a mandatory sign up online policy Walk-ins are discouraged. Please check online calendar for available weekly clinics, as availability may vary.
randy joyner teens Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. 7/11, 7/18, 8/1, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29 Ages 13-18 $15.00 per session (Golf & Sport Members) $30.00 (Other Member Types) Max: 6 Participants per session Please keep in mind there is a mandatory sign up online policy Walk-ins are discouraged. Please check online calendar for available weekly clinics, as availability may vary. junior beginners Saturdays 7/7, 7/21, 7/28 8/4, 8/11, 8/18 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. For Beginners Ages 6-8 $15.00 per session (Golf & Sport Members) $30.00 (Other Member Types) Max: 12 participants Dates: April 1 - October 28 (Mandatory) Please keep in mind there is a mandatory sign up online policy Walk-ins are discouraged. Please check online calendar for available weekly clinics, as availability may vary.
Summer Fitness Class Schedule SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT *SPECIALTY CLASSES ARE $5.00 & BILLED TO YOUR MEMBERSHIP AT THE END OF THE MONTH* sunday morning yoga Sunday, July 1 and 29 Sunday, August 12 and 26 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Complimentary Event Lawn Join Lydia for a one-hour session to start your Sunday right! Join us for Brunch afterwards for a well deserved mimosa or bloody mary! 10 person minimum new youth speed & agility training Agility and Speed training is for young athletes ages 10 and up. This training program is typically 8-10 weeks long with 2 training sessions per week. Contact Kevin, kdahl@ballantyneclub.com for more information.
Hours of Operation Mixed Dining Room/Family Dining Room: Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursday: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday: 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Saturday: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Main Member Lounge: Tuesday: 11:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Drinks Only) Wednesday: 11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursday: 11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Golf Shop: Tuesday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. *Course Open Monday, July 2 *Course Closed for Aerification: July 9-16 *Course Closed August 21 FAC Building Hours: Mondays: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday- Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Cabana Hours: Sunday-Thursday: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday/Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Pool Hours: Monday-Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. FOOD & BEVERAGE MINUMUMS: A-G: February, May, August, November H-O: March, June, September, December P-Z: January, April, July, October Fitness Center: 24 Hour Access with your Access Card