Club Times: March/April

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A WELCOME LETTER FROM KEVIN COSTELLO Your New Club President

I am honored to serve as the President of the Atlanta Athletic Club and feel very fortunate to be a member of one of the top clubs in the country. I appreciate the confidence the members have shown in electing me to this position. We have amazing facilities and a plethora of programs for all family members. Most impressively, we have a deep culture and heritage that is shared and supported by a community of like-minded individuals. The past couple of years has been tough for the world, the country, the community, and our club. Most people just wanted to get through the pandemic. As I reflect back, we did more than get through it. We used the club to serve as an oasis from the madness that was going on elsewhere. It wasn’t easy. Difficult choices were made, and compromise and understanding were needed. We certainly all found our way as a membership. As a group, we didn’t just survive, we made progress in both our physical assets and growth as a community. The golf practice range was renovated, new roofs were put on many of our buildings, the men’s locker room wet areas were renovated and the reimagination of the Riverside course was begun. We gave the world a glimpse of our outstanding facility by hosting the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. We continued to add to the heritage and traditions of the club by crowning another in a long line of storied golf champions in Nelly Korda. In addition, two members of our club community, Bailey Moody and Brooks Curry won medals in the Olympics. Most importantly, we continued to thrive as a membership. Not only did we recognize the special place that we have, but an increasing number of prospective members wanted to be part of it, creating a multi-year waitlist for the club. This year will bring many challenges. Inflation persists in our everyday life and will continue to impact the costs of the club. It continues to be very challenging to find and retain employees. Corporate and other events still don’t appear to be rebounding to pre-covid days. While these are difficult issues, I am confident that David, Tony and the rest of the senior leadership team will lead us through these challenges as they have always done. From a Board perspective, we are fortunate to have the skills of John Stakel as our Treasurer. The year 2023 will be an important and exciting one for the Atlanta Athletic Club – our 125th anniversary! Our first 125 years has been spectacular and you can expect to hear more about our special events and initiatives as the anniversary approaches. Through the efforts of prior members, we enjoy one of the top clubs in the country. Our facilities, reputation, and heritage are the envy of many. As we prepare for the celebration, we also need to set the foundation for the next 125 years. A foundation built on stewardship – leaving the club better than we found it. Through caring, compassion, and respect for our facilities, our heritage, our future, and each other, I am certain as a membership, we can continue and enhance the unparalleled traditions of the Atlanta Athletic Club!

Finally, several thank yous are in order. First, a big thank you to Tim Bentsen, our past president, for leading us through one of the most challenging times any of us can remember. I had a front row seat watching a seasoned professional at his best. Much appreciation also to the Board for their tireless efforts. A special thank you to Brad Kuehn and Justin Hester, who are rotating off the board this year. Brad and Justin are completing their four-year terms and during that time, they have been very active and have chaired several committees. Brad served as chair of the Tennis, Membership, and Golf Committees, and has also worked very closely with Jimmy Cole, AAC’s Director of Facilities on many of the clubhouse projects that were completed during the past four years. Justin served as Chair of the Athletics and Membership Committees. Both of these individuals served with the singular focus of making this club better for the membership. Thanks to David Sheppard and his leadership team for steering the ship. Many of the actions he and his team took early in the pandemic allowed us to weather the storm far better than the vast majority of clubs. Finally, a huge thank you to Bruce Barfield. I know that many of you know Bruce. What many of you may not know is that Bruce has dedicated 10 years to the Board and is finishing his role as Chairman. Bruce’s outstanding service to the Club and Board is very impressive. To name just a few items… Bruce helped hire a new General Manager and he oversaw many improvements to the club facilities including the Ladies Locker Room, the Hall of Champions, the Troon Grill and Kitchen, the Interlachen Lounge, the main entry of the Clubhouse and private rooms, the St. Andrews Ballroom, and the indoor tennis courts and lighting. He was instrumental in repositioning the finances of the club for continued stability and growth. Bruce has also devoted countless hours to documenting the history of our club and making it more visible and available to our members. He has helped position the accomplishments of our members for greater recognition outside the club and has been a strong ambassador for the AAC across the world. In short, he has devoted a decade of his life to the stewardship of the Club. Bruce will continue to co- chair, with JimThorne, the 125th Celebration Committee. I have been privileged to serve on various committees and the Board over the past several years and as I mentioned in the beginning, I am honored to be the President of our fine club these next two years. I sincerely appreciate all of the support from the other Board and Committee members, our management team, and the membership. Sincerely, Kevin Costello President

New Members

Member news

Mr. Charles Leeming and his wife Jean Jones Membership Sponsors: Mr. Timothy Tyler, Mr. James Cusick, Mr. David Strickland

Mr. Leeming is Global Head of Technology and Marketing at Veeam Software, Inc. He received his bachelor’s degree at Brown University and his MBA at the University of California. Mrs. Leeming received her bachelor’s in Journalism at the University of Florida. She is currently a homemaker. They live in Peachtree Corners with their three children. Mr. Terence Reilly and his wife Diane Jones Membership Sponsors: Mr. Ron Loftin, Mr. John Ballon, Mr. Joe Thompson

Mr. Reilly is CEO at Blackthorn Asset Management. He received his bachelor’s in Political Science at Drew University. Mrs. Reilly received her bachelor’s in Psychology at St. Michaels College and her Master’s in Social Work at Columbia University. She is currently a homemaker. They live in Suwanee with their three children. Mr. Collin Cannella and his wife Sydney Associate Jones Membership

Sponsors: Mr. Milford McGuirt, Mr. Randy Addington, Mr. Jake Neuber Mr. Cannella is Managing Consultant at Guidehouse. He received his B.S.E. in Kinesiology at the University of Arkansas and his Master’s of Health Administration at Saint Louis University. Mrs. Cannella is User Experience Consultant at KPMG. She received her bachelor’s in Marketing at Clemson University and her Master’s in Organizational and Consumer Psychology at the University of Southern California. They live in Alpharetta with their two dogs, Darcy and Merlin.

Mr. Josh Huffaker and his wife Meredith Associate Jones Membership Sponsors: Mr. Steven Kittrell, Mr. David Kittrell and Mr. Chris Eddy

Mr. Huffaker is Campus President at South College. He received his bachelor’s degree at the University of Tennessee and his MBA at Middle Tennessee State University. Mrs. Huffaker is Marketing Manager at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. She received her bachelor’s degree at the University of Tennessee. They live in Brookhaven with their two daughters.

Mr. Richie Stephens and his wife Alice Non-Resident Membership Sponsors: Mr. Jason Huggins, Mr. Lindsay Fahey, Mr. Tim Veil

Mr. Stephens is Sales Manager at AbbVie Pharmaceuticals. He received his bachelor’s in Accounting at Berry College. Mrs. Stephens is an Educator at Floyd County Board of Education. She received her bachelor’s in Education at Shorter University and her Master’s in Education at Jacksonville State University. They live in Rome, GA with their daughter.

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50 Years at Atlanta Athletic Club!

In Loving Memory Mr. Jack R. Kelly Jr. January 9, 2022

Neal Purcell The Atlanta Athletic Club has been an integral part of my family’s lives for the past five decades. It has been the “go to” place for virtually all of our significant events. Among others, both daughters had their wedding receptions here; my retirement from KPMG was celebrated here; and Martha and I have hosted, much to the chagrin of many of our friends, numerous fundraisers and information events here. We learned early on in our membership that if you wanted something done right….select the AAC as the venue.

Dr. Roy Warren Sweat January 2, 2022

It would be impossible to recount or recall all the fond memories experienced here at this club. We have enjoyed the social and dining facilities and have utilized our golf, tennis, athletic, pool and, in bygone years, our yacht facilities to the fullest extent. I have frequently described our club as the greatest family country club in the United States.. perhaps the world….because all members of the family..the club member, the spouse and their children... are encouraged to use all these outstanding facilities each and every day. My AAC fondest memories include caddying for Arnold Palmer in 1989 when he and our then golf professional, Jack Lewis, played a round of golf for our members to dedicate the newly renovated Highlands Golf Course. Palmer and his firm’s lead architect, Ed Seay, also allowed me to destroy the club’s least favorite green as their renovation project began, and I chose the three tiered number 10 green after polling several of our golfing members. Other fond memories include serving as general chair of the 1984 U.S. Mid Amateur Championship when Mike Podolak from Fargo, ND won the title on the 14th hole of our Highlands course; accepting the USGA’S invitation to host the U.S Women’s Open Golf Championship won by Betsy King on our Riverside course in 1990; hosting Bobby Cremins’ ACC championship basketball team for a scrimmage in our Athletic Center and hearing his star center, John Salley, proclaim at lunch afterward…”Coach..this place is ok… where are the applications?”; celebrating our 100th anniversary with representatives of clubs from all over the world; and, last, but certainly not least, the incredible pride I felt when you elected me to serve on your Board of Directors and eventually as your President. Words are simply not adequate for me to fully express my love for this club…its tradition….its first class staff and leadership….and its membership throughout the past 50 years. I cherish the friendships formed over these years and look forward to creating many more in the years ahead.

Susie Theil December 7, 2021

Virginia “Gini” Ratliff December 8, 2021

Kay Embry November 3, 2021

Sir James Armour October 30, 2021

Here’s to another 50 Years!

Clay Chatham

Michelle Minor October 19, 2021

Reverend Dr. George Wascovich October 23, 2021

Jane McDade

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Golf

FOLLOW THE GOLF SHOP ON INSTAGRAM FOR REGULAR UPDATES HIGHLIGHTING MERCHANDISE, AGRONOMIC HAPPENINGS ON THE GOLF COURSES AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION. @aacgolfshop

Sargent Member-Member The Sargent member member is a flighted tournament in which teams of 2 members will compete in 9 hole, round robin style matches. Day one will consist of 3 matches and Day 2 will be 2 matches followed by the playoff. The Nelson The nelson is a one day Member Guest. There will be two waves of play. The first being an 8:30 shotgun with breakfast before and lunch after, and the second being a 1:30 pm Shot- gun with lunch before and heavy hors d’oeu- vres after. Each 4-some will be comprised of at least 1 member and at least 2 guests. Gentleman’s Mid-Amateur Mid am is a stroke play championship for Men over the age of 25. This is Gross event that will take place over 2 days. 36 holes total.

Golf Operation Hours: GOLF COURSE: Tuesday - Sunday 8:30 a.m. - Dusk GOLF SHOP: Tuesday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. PRACTICE FACILITY: Tuesday - Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 30 Minutes Before Sunset GOLF CARTS: Last Cart Out 1 Hour Before Sunset Last Cart In Dusk

Fantastic Shots EAGLES Matt Mabe

Highlands #18

HOLE IN ONE John O’Donnell Elliot Melhouse

Highlands #17

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2022 Men’s Tournament Schedule

Tournament

Date

Registration Opens at 12 pm

SARGENT MEMBER-MEMBER

March 19-20

Closed

The Nelson: Champions Member-Guest

April 14

March 16

Super/Senior Club Championship

April 28-29

March 30

Gentleman’s Mid-Amateur The Toms Member-Guest

May 14-15

April 13

June 9

May 11

September 10-11

August 10

AAC Club Championship

RTJ Four-Ball Member-Member AAC Veterans Day Tournament The Bradley Member-Member

November 5-6

October 5

November 8

October 12

November 10

October 12

November 17

October 17

The Muirfield

December 9

November 9

3 Club Classic

Nine-Hole Golf News

The 9HLGA golf season runs from March through early November each year promoting golf, fellowship, and fun for women golfers of all skill levels. If you are interested in membership, please contact Kim Costello at kim@kcostello.com.

We’re off to a great start this Spring going back to the 80’s with our “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” opening day. Before we kick things off in 80s style be sure to attend our Rules Clinic on the first Tuesday in March hosted by Bud Taylor and Dan Shana. The clinic is designed to provide practical lessons and a high level of engagement for those attending. After an exciting Opening day on the 8th, we will resume our Tuesday Play Days in March! If you haven’t been able to in the past save the date for our “Lunch Bunch” party & Nine and Wine social events this April.

Upcoming Events

March 1 RULES CLINIC March 8 OPENING DAY

March 15 PLAY DAY

Join us in welcoming our 2022 9-Hole Women’s Golf Board President Kathy Halligan President-Elect Kim Costello Secretary Ellen McGann Treasurer Beth Sade Past President Janet Franz

April 6 LUNCH BUNCH PARTY April 25-27 SPRING GOLF TRIP THE LANDING AT LAKE OCONEE

Eighteen-Hole Golf The 2022 golf season is here! President Sally Green and the board have been hard at work making sure our season will be fun on Highlands for all! MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR MARCH 2 We will start with our Opening Day Brunch and Business Meeting followed by an on course interactive Rules Clinic. March 9th - Opening Day Golf Shamble and luncheon. Gather your best plaid outfit as the theme will be “It takes a Brave Heart to play Highlands”.

Upcoming Events March 2 OPENING DAY BRUNCH AND BUSINESS MEETING March 2 ON COURSE INTERACTIVE RULES CLINIC March 9 OPENING DAY SHAMBLE AND LUNCHEON March 27 SUNDAY COUPLES WITH DINNER IN THE 1898

2022 AACWGA Board Chairman of the Board Donna Gonsalves President Sally Green Vice President Sheri Smith Second Vice President Mychelle Travis Assistant Tournament Chair Yutta McCants Secretary Theresa Stewart Treasurer Jan Daniels Awards Faye Machen Communications Melissa Dickens Play Day Dottie Johnson House Kelly Keeler Publicity Mary Waymire Sunday Couples Glenda Strong Mentor Liaison Liz Troy

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Bobby Jones, the autumn of 1921 marked a golfing low point. His poor temper had deteriorated to such a state that he received a letter from George Herbert Walker, the President of the United States Golf Association. At the U.S. Amateur in St. Louis in the fall of that year, Bub exploded after a poor shot, threw his club which then struck a female spectator, splitting her leg open. Following this, Walker had written to my grandfather in stern tones and concluded, “You will never play in a USGA event again unless you can learn to control your temper.” Shocked and embarrassed at the letter, Bub wrote Walker and assured him that he would take the necessary steps to get his emotions in check. Having played in championships since 1916, Bub was discouraged at his inability to break through and win in what he called, “The Big Show.” His contemporaries didn’t share his low opinion. Walter Hagen had even said that he had no doubt that Bub would even win a U.S. Open before he won the U.S. Amateur. Bub’s traveling companion, the sportswriter O.B. Keeler, had told him, “If you ever get it through your head that when you step on the first tee of any competition you are the best golfer in it, then you’ll win this championship and a lot

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of others. Because it is my honest conviction that you are the best golfer in the world.” If Hagen and Keeler were convinced of his greatness, Bub didn’t share their enthusiasm. He was feeling the unrelenting pressure that accompanies top-level tournament golf and he feared that the pressure was too much for him. After the 1921 season, he was not only emotionally drained, but he was also in terrible physical pain from varicose veins in his left leg. Repairing these would require four painful surgeries in the winter of 1922. Bub’s appearances in “The Big Show” in 1922 would be in the United States Open and Amateur championships. That July, the Open was played at Skokie Country Club in Glencoe, Illinois, a north shore suburb of Chicago. After shooting 74-72-70 in the first three rounds, Bub confidently believed that a 68 in the final round should do the trick. Gene Sarazen had other ideas. Firing a 68 of his own in the third round, Sarazen had played himself into contention. “It was a stiff jolt,” Bub would write later, “as I wasn’t going well enough to keep faith with the 68 I had wanted for my own fourth round; indeed, I was out in 36 and now had to do another 36 to tie Gene.” A disappointing par at the seventy-first hole sealed his fate and he tied for second. “Here’s where the iron certitude of medal competition bears down on you. You know what you have to do, in that last round. It is not one man whom you can see, and who may make a mistake at any moment, with whom you are battling. It is an iron score, something already in the book.”

On the train out of Chicago, Sarazen held the trophy proudly. He turned to Bub and said, “Well, Bob, you want to play me for this?” “No, Gene,” Bub said, probably through somewhat clenched teeth, “You won it fair and square.” In September, the Amateur championship returned to The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts. Jess Sweetser defeated Bub in the semi-final round, 8&7. It was the worst defeat that he would ever suffer in that championship. “So that was 1922, when I was 20 years old, and I had now played in eleven national championships, amateur and open, and still was outside…[T]here was that increasing insistence – a great golfer, but it’s time he won something; a great golfer, but he can’t win! I was now wondering what was the matter. If I was really a great golfer – what was the matter? Or was I a great golfer? I could hit the shots well: I couldn’t help knowing that. But was I a golfer, or only one of those hapless mechanical excellencies known as a great shot-maker, who cannot connect the great shots in sufficient numbers to win anything?” Although he would have his questions answered within a year, by the end of 1922, Bobby Jones was deeply discouraged and wondering if the effort was worth the cost.

Book Club Upcoming Reads social and dining

Ladies Bridge Association

The AAC Ladies Bridge Association continues with our weekly SOCIAL BRIDGE on the second and fourth Wednesdays and DUPLICATE BRIDGE on the first and third Wednesdays in the Dot Kirby card room at 3:00 PM until 6:00 PM. Please look for weekly emails from our leaders Beachie Hall, Social Bridge Coordinator, and Cynthia Tanner, Duplicate Bridge Coordinator, to sign up. Social bridge is for those that want to have “fun and exercise your brain” and rotate play with other players. Duplicate bridge is played with a partner. You can sign up with a partner or we can assign a partner for you if there are extra players that don’t have a partner. COUPLES BRIDGE continues the first Friday of each month at 4:00pm. Sandra Evans, Couples Events chairperson, and her husband Tom are great organizers for the event. Sandra sends emails for sign up the Saturday before the scheduled date. Please respond as soon as you can since this fills up quickly. A dinner buffet is immediately following bridge play in the Oakmont Room. Please mark your calendars for our next Spring Social scheduled for Friday, May 6th. This event will be a round robin with lunch. After lunch we will announce the winners of Marathon Bridge that is played throughout the year. We will also announce the new slate of officers to be approved by the membership at this meeting. As a reminder if you are interested in joining the bridge association, please contact M.J. Olsen at mjolsen225@gmail.com or by phone #770-595-8197. Membership forms are located in the Ladies Locker Room on the bulletin board for bridge. We would love to have more ladies join in on the fun.

THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY by Matt Haig will be the book for Thursday, March 17 and on April 21st we will be reviewing, THE BOOK OF LOST FRIENDS by Lisa Wingate. All women of the club are welcome. We meet at 4:00 p.m. in the Ladies’ Locker Room. If you have any questions please contact nancy_ortner@att.net.

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Painting Club Spr i ng Ser i es wi l l beg i n March 16 -May 11 Wednesday Morn i ngs from 9 : 30am- 11 : 30am Aquat i cs Center

Mixology Class R e s e r v a t i o n s o p e n M a r c h 1 5 a t 1 0 A M Impress your friends with your perfect cocktail making skills! We are bringing in a master bartender, Erin Lyngse, showing everyone step by step instructions on how to create 3 fantastic cocktails. She will go into the history of the drinks, and the liquors you taste. You may sign up for just one class or all 3, as each class is independent of each other. I nfused : Tak i ng L i quor to the next l eve l ( Bourbon and Tequ i la ) Tuesday, Apr i l 12 | 6 - 8 : 30 p.m. $55 Per Person F loral : Fabulous ly Fun Cockta i l s ( Vodka and G i n ) Tuesday, May 10 | 6 - 8 : 30 p.m. $55 Per Person Rum: Pool s i de Cockta i l s Tuesday, j une 7 | 6 - 8 : 30 p.m. $55 Per Person I n c l u d e d i n t h i s e v e n t • 3 full sized cocktails you can enjoy during the class • Tapas style appetizers inspired by each theme • A take-a-way cocktail with all the special ingredients to make at home Reservations are required and may be made online or by contacting the Clubhouse Concierge at 770-448-2166. All confirmed reservations are subject to the Club’s 72-hour cancellation policy.

Join one of the longest running groups at ACC. Painting Club is an 8-week series. Express your creativity with the art media of your choosing. All skill levels are welcome. There is a onetime cost associated with the spring series - $68 per person. We also offer a 4-week session- $34 per person, if you wish to pick and choose your dates in the series. Selections of breakfast pastries, seasonal fruits, coffee and sodas are available at each class. If you wish to join please contact Oakley Sutherland, Member Event and Serves Manager, by emailing oms@aac1.org or calling our Concierge at 770-448-2166 “Creativity Never Goes Out of Style St. Patr i ck ’ s Day Thursday, March 17th Troon & I nterlachen Lounge Enjoy American and Irish Flair specialties as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Beverage Specials Irish Spring: $10 St Germain, Jameson, Club Soda with a Lemon Twist Served in Collins glass Mule of the Irish: $11 Jameson, Ginger Beer, Fresh squeezed lime with a Lime Garnish Served in Mule Copper Mug Irish Eye: $10 Irish Cream (Baileys), Crème de Menthe, Half and Half with a Mint Leaf Garnish Served in Rocks Glass Food Specials Traditional Corned Beef & Cabbage with Boiled New Potatoes $18 Carraway Crusted Filet of Salmon with Colcannon, Irish Whiskey Glazed Carrots, Cracked Mustard Cream Sauce $21 Guinness Beef Stew with Cheddar Stout Crust- $20

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Saturday April 16

Par 3 Course

Live Music Friday, March 25th Interlachen Lounge 6 pm-9 pm

Re g i s t r a t i on T ime s : 1 2 PM 1 PM 2 PM Each hunt lasts 45 minutes Hop over to the Par 3 where the bunnies will play, There’s a new kind of Easter Egg Treasure Hunt underway. See Ms. Stephanie for your challenge and trail, With help of your family and friends you can’t fail. There’s no shotgun start but a mission at hand, And prizes for all that can meet the demand.

Featuring Craig Gleason

Easter Activities Petting Zoo 12:30 - 2:30 pm

Easter

Bunny

Balloon Artist and Sidewalk Chalk Station 12:00 - 2:45 pm

Selfies

12:00 pm to 2:45 pm.

Event Guidelines • Registration is required for entry in gate. • Immediate families only, which includes their spouses, children, grandchildren and parents. Guests are not permitted. • Don’t forget to bring your own Easter basket. AAC will not have any on hand.

Saturday Easter Hunt Buffet

• All cancellations and or changes to reservation are required to be made before the deadline Thursday, April 13 in accordance with the Clubs 72- hour cancellation for all member events. Reservations open March 8 at 10am and may be made online or by contacting the Clubhouse Concierge at 770-448-2166.

Troon Grill 10:30 am - 2:30 pm Make a Reservation with the Troon Grill

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U p c om i ng E v e n t s

Live Music April 29 | 6-9 pm Interlachen Lawn Cinco De Mayo Specials May 5 Troon + Interlachen Kentucky Derby Viewing May 7 Interlachen Mother/ Daughter Tea May 7 1898 House Reservations Opens April 5 at 10am Mother’s Day Brunch May 8 Reservations Opens April 5 at 10am Mixology: Floral Cocktails May 10 Bourbon and Cigar May 12 Reservations Open April 12 at 10am Opening Pool Weekend May 20-22 Miami Vice: Seafood + Dance May 28 Reservations Open April 26 at 10am Memorial Day At the Pool May 30

B R U N C H

SUNDAY, APRIL 17

Seating Availability: ST. ANDREWS | ROYAL TROON GRILL | MERION 10 A.M. | 11 A.M. | 12 P.M. | 1 P.M. ADULTS $55 | CHILDREN AGED 3-12 $35 CHI LDREN AGED 2 AND UNDER ARE COMPL IMENTARY JOIN US FOR EASTER SUNDAY WHILE ENJOYING A DELICIOUS BRUNCH WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

EVENT GUIDELINES: • Merion & Troon Reservations are welcome to have a maximum of 6 people. • St. Andrews Reservations, if your party is larger than 12, two tables next to one another are required to accommodate the entire reservation. EVENT ATTIRE: Acceptable attire for gentlemen includes dress slacks and collared shirts. Jackets are encouraged. All shirts must be worn tucked into pants. Comparable attire is requested for ladies. Blue jeans, athletic attire, and open toed sandals for men are examples of inappropriate attire. Please make your reservations online beginning Tuesday, March 8th at 10am or contact the Clubhouse Concierge at 770-448-2166. All confirmed reservations are subject to the Club’s 72-hour cancellation policy. For any dietary needs, please advise prior to Easter Sunday so we may properly accommodate your needs.

Sip and Stretch MARCH 10 You’ll learn to increase your mobility and flexibility using straps and foam rollers. You’ll move better, sleep better and feel better! At the conclusion of the event, complimentary wine will be served. Barre and Bubbly MARCH 24 Meet us at the barre for a low-impact/ high rep movement class with light weights and props to improve your strength and flexibility. Complimentary wine will be served at the conclusion of the event. Unwined with Yoga APRIL 14 Join us for an all-level Hatha Vinyasa flow workout followed by a relaxing Yin sequence and meditation; No previous yoga experience is required; At the conclusion of the event, complimentary wine will be served. Spring E V E N T S fitness and nutrition

AAC Lap Swim Program ACCESS THE POOL AND WORKOUT ON YOUR OWN TIME! POOL KEY FOB PURCHASE : $50 ACCESS DATES: APRI L 1 - OCTOBER 31 ACCESS T IMES: 5:30 A.M. - 10 P.M. Members who have already been a part of the lap swim program will pay a returning fee of $25. All participants must pass a 300 meter swim test each season approved by the Aquatics Program Manager. Swim tests will begin on Friday, April 1. To schedule your swim test, please contact Jonathan Lee, Aquatics Director, at jlee@aac1.org Join Barracudas Swim and Dive Team! With summer right around the corner, the Barracuda swimmers and divers will be back in the pool in no time! Registration will begin in January on our SwimTopia website! PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK TO REGISTER: www.aac.swimtopia.com Registration now open!

Cork and Core APRIL 28

Come join us for a focused CORE workout that will improve your body’s core strength and posture. Elements of Pilates, yoga and more will be ‘inCOREporated’ in this dynamic workout for all levels. Complimentary wine will be served at the conclusion of the event.

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CERT I F I CAT I ONS & SAFeTY TRA INING WATERPARK LIFEGUARD COURSE (FIRST AID/CPR , AED, WATER PARK INCLUDED)

FIND COURSE DATES IN THE SPRING & SUMMER ISSUE OF THE YOUTH GUIDE!

BECOME A L I F EGUARD A G E S 1 5 + ( 1 : 1 0 R AT I O ) The Red Cross Lifeguarding program provides participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses. All courses include the following certifications: American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, Waterpark Skills certification (all certs are valid for 2 years). A rescue mask will be provided as part of the course fee. Participants may purchase a current copy of the American Red Cross Lifeguard Manual online (OPTIONAL). All Lifeguarding classes are taught using the BLENDED LEARNING format which combines online learning with in-person training and skills sessions. The online portion of the course MUST be completed prior to the first in-person skills sessions in order to continue with the program. The online portion of the course will be sent to each participant via email following registration. All in person classes MUST be attended. Failure to complete the online course, attend all in person classes, and complete the course prerequisites will result in the candidate not being permitted to continue with the course and a non-refundable, non-transferrable $100 processing fee will be charged. Due to the nature of the course it cannot be taught using current social distancing guidelines.

Lifeguard Course Prerequisites: The following prerequisites must be met at the first in-water skills session in order to continue with the program. If this pre-test is failed, there will be a non-refundable, non- transferrable charge of $100.00. 1. Must be 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of this course. 2. Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used. 3. Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits 4. Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: swim 20 yards (no goggles allowed), surface dive 7-10 feet, retrieve 10 lb. object, re-surface, place object on deck, exit the water What should I bring to the lifeguard training course? • Identification (proof of age) • Change of clothes. • Towel • Swimming suit (preferably one that can be worn under clothing at the start of the day) • Light snacks and something to drink • A pen • Proof that you completed the required eLearning Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both but

Ch i ld & Babys i t t i ng Saf ety ( CABS ) C O U R S E ( 1 : 1 0 R AT I O ) A G E S 1 1 + The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program provides pre- teens, teenagers and young adults with everything they need to know for safe and successful babysitting. From getting started with a business, to working with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips, the CABS vlogger- style video makes learning fun. This course must have a minimum of 4 students to make. Don’t see a class that fits your schedule give us a call to create a class. Cost: $45 Course Length: 2-2.5 hours Certification is valid for 2 Years Location: AAC Summer House Course Topics Include • Babysitting as a business • Safety and injury prevention guidelines and best practices • Leadership strategies to build confidence when responding to conflict • Tips on age-appropriate play • How to build rapport and stay engaged with children • Basic caregiving skills such as feeding, burping, diapering, and safe sleep practices • Basic first aid for common incidents

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AAC SWIM LESSONS AAC is happy to provide your child with a quality swimming experience with lessons that fit your child’s needs! Children must have comparable skills from another swim program or have completed a swim evaluation with an instructor or coach here at AAC in order to be enrolled in a higher level class. Please remember that everyone progresses at different speeds and all participants will need to pass a “pre-test” on the first day of class or have completed a swim evaluation prior to registration. At that time, the instructor may recommend another class better suited for your child. Swim safe with us this summer! We will have safety protocols in place to keep your children safe. All of our instructors and staff will have regular wellness checks. Instructors will maintain social distance from children where applicable but will assist swimmers as needed for a safe swimming experience. We require a minimum of 3 children in order to hold a group lesson.

FIND LESSON DATES IN THE SPRING & SUMMER ISSUE OF THE YOUTH GUIDE!

students who learn better with individual attention, including anxious first-time swimmers, kids with special needs, adults who have put off learning to swim, and competitive swimmers who would benefit from targeted training on specific skill sets. Private lessons are also a great fit for former runners and other athletes interested in lower-impact exercise options. Semi-Private lessons are available for all skill levels and are a great option for siblings or friends to be in the same class. If you’d like to make your private lesson a semi-private, please coordinate with the individual that you want to share a lesson with (we do not pair individuals for semi-private lessons). Classes are offered by all swim instructors & coaches on an ongoing basis throughout the summer. Members are encouraged to reach out to them directly but feel free to contact the Aquatics Director at jlee@aac1.org for assistance securing an instructor. All lessons are subject to a 24 –hour cancellation policy and all lessons are billed for a 30-minute time frame. All private lessons are contingent on possible COVID-19 restrictions. Comp l imentary Swimmer Assessment If you are unsure about which level to place your child in for swim lessons, please contact Jonathan Lee at jlee@ aac1.org to schedule a complimentary 15-minute swim assessment to get start- ed. We will evaluate your child’s skills and determine their starting swim level.

MOM & TOT 6 MONTHS – 2 YEARS (1:6 RATIO) Accompanied in the water by a parent, this class is designed for the “new to the water” child. Infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence-building experiences, while parents learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision. This group is only parent-child lessons for ages 6 months to 2 years. A minimum of three participants are needed to hold class. Children are required to wear an AAC approved swim diaper. L eve l 1 2-3 YEARS (1:5 RATIO) This class is designed to help young swimmers learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency independent of parents. Skills include putting face in the water, jumping into the pool and exiting with assistance, blowing bubbles, bobbing, floating, kicking, and gliding. Some beginner stroke skills will be taught. A minimum of three participants are needed to hold class. Children are required to wear an AAC approved swim diaper. L eve l 2 3-4 YEARS (1:5 RATIO) This class is designed to help young swimmers gain mastery over skills taught in Level 1. Previous swim lesson experience is required for this class. Students must be comfortable floating, kicking, gliding, and jumping in with and without assistance. A minimum of three participants are needed to hold class. An AAC approved swim diaper is required unless the child is toilet trained.

Pre - J un i or Barracuda Swim 5-8 YEARS (1:8 RATIO) The Pre-Jr. Barracuda Swim class was created to bridge the gap between our Learn to Swim Program, and the traditional swim team environment. This class promotes a more technique based approach alongside endurance building. Pre-Jr Barracuda Swim has a max of 8 students, providing for more individual attention than the traditional swim team environment which can have 30 or more students in a level taught by one coach. AAC believes swimming should be fun, and the Pre-Jr Barracuda Swim program provides a space for our students to expand upon their skills, without the stress or commitment of a traditional swim team. We strongly recommend that students bring goggles and swim caps for this class. PR I VATE ( 1 : 1 ) & SEMI - PR I VATE ( 1 : 2 ) SWIM & D I VE L ESSONS 2 YEARS – ADULT $45 PER HALF HOUR FOR PRIVATE LESSONS / $30 PER HALF HOUR FOR SEMI- PRIVATE LESSONS Our private and semi-private swimming classes provide a more personalized experience. Private lessons are 30 minutes long and pair one swimmer with one instructor. Semi-private lessons also last 30 minutes, but two swimmers can join the same lesson, which makes these lessons a wonderful fit for siblings or friends who want to swim together. Private lessons are available for all skill levels and are a great option for those looking to progress or refine skills quickly. They help adults and kids alike increase their skills and comfort in the water. They’re ideal for

tennis

2022 High School Invitational presented by Piedmont Bank MARCH 18 & 19 The best of the best! High school tennis players in our area will be here March 18 & 19. This is our sixth year hosting this sought after event, sponsored by Piedmont Bank. This is a two-day event starting on Friday, March 18 and ending Saturday evening. The boys’ and girls’ teams will be competing in a mixed doubles round robin format. Cambridge High School was the champion in the 2021 event. Thanks again to Piedmont Bank for their support in making this event special for all the players. We hope you will stop by to watch some great tennis. Club Doubles Championships REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 1 FOR ALL PLAYERS! Become an AAC Champion in our Doubles Club Championship starting April 1. This event will be a flex league round robin format for all divisions. Divisions are USTA Combo 5.0, 6.0, 7.0, 8.0 and open, take your USTA rating and combine it with your partner to determine your division. Very few can call themselves champion, don’t miss out on the chance of a lifetime!!

Friday Night Tennis Mixers We are rolling out our popular Friday Night Tennis Mixers in March. We will host our first mixer on Friday, March 4 starting at 6:30 p.m. Join us for a fun evening of tennis, music, trivia and plenty of food and refreshments. You can sign-up on the AAC website or through our AAC app. Cost is $35.00 per person. Our April Friday Night Mixer will take place April 1, save both of these events on your calendar and tell your friends. Guests welcomed! Men’s Night Resumes Outdoors Our Thursday Men’s Night moves outdoors March 17 at 6:30 p.m. This is a fun evening of tennis. There is no need for reservations. Plenty of tennis for all levels and adult refreshments included. Cost is $7 per player. It’s the best deal inside the gates!

AAC Members, I want to thank all the AAC tennis enthusiasts for taking the time to complete the tennis survey we promoted in December. The tennis committee and staff has been studying the results of the survey to better understand what you are looking for in your tennis experiences. This information will be a driving force in what the 2022-2023 tennis committee will be focused on for their term. From the Director, JEFF CHANDLEY Speaking of tennis committee, I want to thank our leadership, Kevin Case and Jason Huggins for their guidance and support. These two men truly love this club and their countless hours of devotion to its core values were on display not only in our meeting, but in their support of the tennis program. A big shout out to them and their efforts to make the AAC the best it can be!

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Ladies Tennis ALTA Spring Matches Schedule SENIOR LADIES 55 & OVER

HEAD DEMO DAY! THURSDAY, MARCH 3 9 A .M. – 12 P.M. Doubles Mixer- All Levels Welcome- Get ready for Spring ALTA with some new gear! HEAD Advisory Staff member Seth Redelheim and HEAD Eastern regional rep Patrick Aubone will be on- site to talk racquets, string, and all things tennis! Limited to 20 players Cost: $15

First week of matches March 15 Last week of matches April 26 THURSDAY LADIES First week of matches March 17 Last week of matches April 28 SUNDAY LADIES First week of matches March 20 Last week of Matches May 1

USTA Mixed Doubles PLAY BEGINS FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 7 P.M.

Summer Dates for Ladies Teams MARK YOUR CALENDARS ALTA Senior Women Deadline is April 12 USTA 18 & over Thursday teams Deadline is April 28 USTA 18 & over Sunday teams Deadline is May 9 USTA 40 & over Tuesday teams Deadline is May 17

St. Patty’s Day CARDIOTENNIS Team Tournament! MARCH 16 6:30 – 8 P.M. Get your team, wear your green, and come have some fun! Complimentary beer/wine after the class! Limited to 16 players Cost: $35

Tennis Ladies Night is back! TUESDAY, MARCH 8 (MARCH 1 - MIGHT STI LL BE COLD) TUESDAY, APRI L 12 ( THE WEEK OF APRI L 4 IS SPRING BREAK WEEK FOR MANY SCHOOLS IN THE AREA) Ladies Night returns Tuesday, March 8. We welcome all levels for a fun and relaxed tennis round robin on our outdoor clay courts. Light bites, wine and beer included. Mark your calendar and come enjoy a great social time. Register online or contact Carmen CMG@aac1.org. This event occurs the first Tuesday of every month in the Spring and Summer months from 7 – 9 p.m. Cost: $20 Members $25 Guests

Save the Date! MIXED STICKS LADIES EVENT FRIDAY, MARCH 25 9AM-2PM COST: $55 A .M. TO 2 P.M. Come experience GOLF & TENNIS on the same day. We welcome all levels!

Contact Carmen for more details or to register at CMG@aac1.org

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Clinics LEARN SOMETHING NEW!

Rookie Ladies’ Clinic SIX-WEEK SESSION: FRIDAYS, 10 – 11 A.M.

This class is geared towards players who are just starting to pick up the game. Athletes will learn all of the necessary shots and techniques to begin to rally with friends, and they will be introduced to the rules, etiquette, and tennis vocabulary that they need to start to play. Register online or contact Seth at SGR@aac1.org. Six-week session cost: $135 Intermediate Rusty Racquets Ladies’ Clinic SIX-WEEK SESSION: FRIDAYS, 11 A.M. – 12 P.M. Designed specifically for the 2.0-3.0 levels, this class is perfect for ladies that are just starting to play competitively or who used to play and are anxious to get back into the game. We will cover stroke techniques, movement, and the 5 ball controls: height, distance, direction, speed, and spin. Drills will be cooperative and competitive, and will help athletes get the maximum number of reps to master the skills they need to become players! Register online or contact Seth at SGR@aac1.org. Six-week session cost: $135 This co-ed class combines the basics of movement, balance, and swing-shapes to build all the necessary skills for athletes to develop into PLAYERS. Come learn to play the game and get the training you need to really improve! Please email Coach Seth G. Redelheim at SGR@aac1.org Six-week session cost: $109 Tennis 201 – Co-ed Clinic SIX-WEEK SESSION: SUNDAYS, 12 – 1 P.M. Ready to play? Learn positioning, scoring, and basic tactics in this fun play-based class! Please email Coach Seth G. Redelheim at SGR@aac1.org Six-week session cost: $109 F Tennis 101 – Co-ed Clinic SIX-WEEK SESSION: SUNDAYS, 11 A.M. – 12 P.M. No experience necessary, and you get a free racquet!

Junior Tennis

Spring Break Camp MARCH 14 – 18 10:30 A .M. – 3:30 P.M. Tennis Camps will include a fun filled day of tennis! We will focus the first half of the day on fun games and drills oriented towards agility and endurance and we’ll end the day with match play. For the younger players, they will focus on tennis movements, strokes and coordination games. Cost: $55 per day

Jump into the AAC Junior Tennis Teams. We have 3 USTA teams playing in the USTA, 8U, 10U, and 14U. In our 8U and 10U, players learn how to keep track of score and compete, while keeping it fun focused. At the 14U, learn how to compete and prepare for your high school seasons. Thank you for your continued support with our afterschool program. Remember registration is always open and you may contact me anytime, Dominic at DJA@aac1.org. Our next clinic session begins March 28.

CLINICS AGES 2 ½ - 3 ½ MOM & ME Monday and Wednesday 3:30 – 4:00 p.m. AGES 4 – 6 PRE-RALLY Monday and Wednesday 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. AGES 6 – 9 RED BALL 3 Monday and Wednesday 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. AGES 6 – 9 RED BALL 2 Monday and Wednesday 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. AGES 6 – 9 RED BALL 1 Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. AGES 8 – 1 1 ORANGE BALL 3 Monday and Wednesday 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. AGES 8 – 1 1 ORANGE BALL 2 Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. AGES 8 – 1 1 ORANGE BALL 1 Monday and Wednesday 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. AGES 10 – 13 GREEN BALL 2 Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. AGES 10 – 13 GREEN BALL 1 Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. AGES 12+ YELLOW BALL 2 Monday and Wednesday 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. JUNIOR TOURNAMENT TEAM Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Easter Ball Hunt APRI L 15 10 A .M. – 1 P.M.

Come out for a fun filled day of hunting eggs and playing tennis! Find the golden tennis ball and get the big prize!

Easter Tournament APRI L 15 5 – 9 P.M. Ages 12 and up yellow ball tournament. Doubles play, $100.00 prize for each player!

PICKLEBALL NIGHTs MARCH 18 6:30 – 9 P.M.

Dink tonight and may the luck of the Irish be with you! APRI L 22 6:30 – 9 P.M. Picklers… Did you know? April is National Pickleball Month!

Junior Golf

Recent Results Top 10 Boys Money List Winners for 2021 Beck Patrick $1,025.18 Miles Harrison $708 Dalton Burts $675 Wade Eddy $612.49 Drew Cusimano $558 Sam Adelman $521.50 Jack Merrill $512 Hudson Kohout $479.58 Tres Izquierdo $477.50 Bram Patrick $464.91 Top 10 G i rls Money List Winners for 2021 Scout Ezzell $563.25 Ava Claire Mason $538 Hanna Nordlund $533 Anna Norris $527.35 Ava Merrill $478 Emma Veil $377 Ever Ezzell $330.50 Annie Veil $226.25 Elle Adelman $191.91 Brooke Norris $145.35

Upcomi ng Events

The Par 3 Tour Continues each weekend in March & April!

Weather permitting, the Par 3 Tour will continue on Saturdays and Sundays in March & April. Saturdays will feature an individual stroke play format at noon, and Sundays will feature the team scramble event at 2:00 p.m.

Little Chippers Clinics Continue through March & April! SUNDAYS 1:00 – 1:45 $30 PER WEEK Clinics are for children ages 3-4, and are held on the Par 3 Course. Sign up weekly by emailing Chris Moore at ccm@aac1.org

The Par 3 Masters SATURDAY, APRIL 9TH

Join us as we kick off the 2022 Par 3 Majors season with the 2022 Par 3 Masters on Saturday, April 9th! The format is individual stroke play, and all players can either participate in the championship or intermediate divisions for boys and girls. The overall low score in either championship division will earn an exemption into the 2022 Jr. Big Break!

Sign up for the Jr. Golf Journal email list! The best way to stay up to date on all the Jr. Golf happenings at AAC is to be a part of the Jr. Golf Journal email list! If you would like to be added to the list, please email AAC Junior Golf Leader Chris Moore at ccm@aac1.org and he will add you to the list.

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2022 SUMMER GOLF CAMP SCHEDULE

ELIGIBILITY The Summer Golf Camps are open to all Jones & Heisman members’ children between the ages of 7 - 14. Members’ grandchildren are welcome to sign up on a space available basis. CAMP TOPICS Clinics are focused on teaching participants the game of golf through instruction, coaching and competition. Every week will feature a comprehensive look at many different elements of golf, including putting, chipping, pitching, full swing, bunker play and rules and etiquette, as well as extensive playing time on the Par 3 Course. LUNCH All players will eat lunch between sessions of the Summer Golf School. Players can eat lunch in one of 2 ways: 1) bring their own lunch (refrigerator available) or 2) order off of the aquatics café or halfway house menu (meals will be charged to member account).

SUMMER GOLF CAMP #1

JUNE 7 - 10

9 : 00 A .M.— 1 : 30 P.M.

SUMMER GOLF CAMP #2

JUNE 14 - 17

9 : 00 A .M.— 1 : 30 P.M.

SUMMER GOLF CAMP #3 (ONLY 3 DAYS )*

JUNE 21 - 23

9 : 00 A .M.— 1 : 30 P.M.

SUMMER GOLF CAMP #4 (ONLY 3 DAYS )*

JULY 6 - 8

9 : 00 A .M.— 1 : 30 P.M.

SUMMER GOLF CAMP #5

JULY 12 - 15

9 : 00 A .M. – 1 : 30 P.M.

SUMMER GOLF CAMP #6

JULY 19 – 22

9 : 00 A .M. – 1 : 30 P.M.

SUMMER GOLF CAMP #7

JULY 26 – 29

9 : 00 A .M. – 1 : 30 P.M.

REGISTRATION The registration fee for each Summer Golf Camp is $375 per student. Guests can join for $400per week. Entries will be taken on a “first sign-up” basis. Registration may be done in 1 of 2 ways.

• Register online through the member calendar. • Email ccm@aac1.org with the information requested on the next page. *NOTE: Camp #3 & #4 are $280 due to only being 3 days.