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Girlfriends Golf Experience
Whether you’re brand-new to golf, or have been playing for years, our events are the most fun you’ll ever have learning the rules.
AND YOU’RE GUARANTEED TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS!
Marcela holds a USGA Advanced Rules Certification
Girlfriends Golf Experience
During your time on the course with Marcela, you’ll learn how to avoid penalties, prevent disagreements during competition, and lower your scores as you navigate the course more confidently and efficiently
We demonstrate and discuss rules and procedures for:
- Teeing area rules
- Taking relief from red & yellow penalty areas
- How to take relief from cart paths, sprinklers and ground-under-repair
- Common mistakes to avoid with unplayable lies
- Differences between stroke play and match play
- Most common penalties
- New bunker rules
- Avoiding two bad habits scrambles can cause
- When you may pick up during a hole
- How to keep a light atmosphere during a competitive round
- 7 winning tips to guarantee better pace-of-play
And so much more!
Level One Girlriends Golf Experience
No one wants to sit in a classroom and listen to someone talk about the rules, right? (I mean, poke me in the eye why don’t you?)
During The Girlfriends Golf Experience, Marcela brings you on the course to demonstrate the most important rules in golf. She shares how to handle those sticky situations that can come up when playing with friends or competitors. After attending this clinic, you will go home feeling more confident about how to apply the rules to your advantage . And there’s always plenty of time for your questions!
Four Hands-On Experiences:
Level One Rules Clinic:
This rules clinic is for you if you’re newer to golf, haven’t yet played in tournaments, feel overwhelmed by all the rules and etiquette, and want to be more comfortable on the course with friends, family or colleagues.
Level Two Rules Clinic:
Participants in this intermediate clinic have played in organized events such as guest days, member/member, member/guest and have played golf for at least five years.
Winning Prep For Tournaments:
This advanced golf rules clinic is perfect if you have been playing for many years, have competed in several tournaments, play on a golf league, have experience with Match Play, or have studied the rules in the past.
The More Confident Golf Experience:
This interactive, half-day golf school is geared towards individuals who have been playing at least two years. Along with my colleague, sports psychologist Dr. Shannon Reece, we provide the ultimate in confidence-building tools for your swing, mental game and mastery of the rules.
Are you tired of letting uncertainty weigh down your golf game? It’s time to take control and transform your experience on the course. During The More Confident Golf Experience, we offer a straightforward solution to help you play with confidence from tee to green. By mastering the technical aspects of your game, cultivating winning mental habits, improving your rules knowledge, and navigating the social dynamics of both casual and competitive rounds, you’ll set yourself up for success with every shot.
During this exclusive half-day golf school, you’ll receive personalized, hands-on training focused on empowering you in three key areas: technical skills, mental fortitude, and a deep understanding of the rules. Our expert teaching staff includes sports psychologist Dr. Shannon Reece and Marcela Smith, a USGA certified rules educator, and two PGA teaching professionals. Together, they will equip you with the tools and strategies to boost your confidence, lower your scores, and ultimately make golf more enjoyable than ever before.
Enjoy Three Powerful Segments:
- Confident Pre-Shot Routine Formula with Dr Shannon Reece: Develop a winning mental approach for every shot
- On-Course Rules & Strategies with Marcela Smith: Dive deep into the rules, course behavior and strategies for both casual and competitive play
- Putting Clinic with PGA Teaching Pros: Personalized, hands-on clinic to enhance your putting game and put an end to those three putts!
"As a Head Golf Professional it is crucial that I am up-to-date on all of the rules of golf. It's easy when teaching the golf swing to forget about some of the most important factors of the game: rules and etiquette. Being a part of Marcela’s rules clinic was so valuable to not only my students, but me as well. It was a great refresher and she was so professional and fun!"
Nikki Prichard, PGA
Head Golf Professional, Arrowood Golf Club
Golfing Girlfriend?
Golf should be fun rather than intimating.
The On-Course Rules Experience is a fun time on the course, and a fabulous way to learn the game of golf.
Get your teaching pro involved and we’ll add a clinic for short game or bunkers, or perhaps a 9 hole round.
Let’s throw in a trunk show, cocktail hour and now we’re talking!
Gather a few of your golfing girlfriends and we’ll set up an event that fits perfectly for your group.
If that sounds like something you would want, reach out!
Golf Professional Inquiry?
Want to help your team better enjoy the game of golf and gain more confidence? We tailor the level of the class to your teams’ experience level and include delightful demonstrations, Q&A’s and laughter.
Being on their home course allows the students to apply what they learn immediately, which enables them to retain the information.
We often add a short-game clinic featuring your PGA teaching pro or a guest instructor, followed by a cocktail hour, trunk show or other social activity
If you’d like to help your ladies learn the rules, and show them how much they’re valued at your club, let’s chat!
Here's what we've been up to lately:
Clear Creek Tahoe
Carson City, Nevada
During our Girlfriends Golf Experience, we utilized workbooks to review key terms, popular formats, and procedures for both free relief and penalty relief. We then headed out to the golf course to explore a variety of situations golfers find themselves in and discussed the most important rules of the game. Our time together boosted their confidence and knowledge, which will lead to improved communication, more efficient pace-of-play, lower scores and increased enjoyment of the game.
First Tee of Greater Sacramento
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
Marcela headed out to Haggin Oaks to spend two hours on the golf course with 14-28 year old junior golfers from the First Tee program.
The kids worked in customized workbooks, and we covered the most important rules for stroke play competitions, including provisional ball rules, unplayble lies, bunker rules, relief from penalty areas, ground under repair and teeing area rules.
Laconia, New Hampshire
The rules of golf can be tricky and are constantly evolving, but understanding them is crucial for every golfer. During our on-course rules experience at Laconia Country Club, we began with appetizers and wine indoors as I shared an overview of the specific areas of the course, the most common formats, penalty structure and important terms. We then headed out to the course on foot, breaking down the most common rules players encounter. We explored key areas like penalty areas, unplayable lies, and important procedures for provisional balls. I shared valuable tips on improving pace of play and strategies for managing stress during competition.
By the end of our clinic, the ladies had gained practical knowledge they could immediately begin using to improve their scores and reduce misunderstandings on the course.
Moultonborough, New Hampshire
Conducting a golf rules clinic at the historic Bald Peak Colony Club in New Hampshire was a truly special experience. With breathtaking views of Lake Winnipesaukee, the 100-year-old club offered a stunning backdrop for a day of learning. We began near the clubhouse, discussing the agenda and competitive play while enjoying the scenery. Moving to the first hole, we covered key rules like penalty areas, bunkers, unplayable lies, and free relief from obstructions. The ladies asked insightful questions, and we clarified rules for match and stroke play, including putting green scenarios. Topics like teeing areas, lost balls, and caddie rules were also discussed, providing practical knowledge for their games.
After the session, a reception with appetizers and wine created a relaxed atmosphere for further Q&A and reflection on the day. By the end, the participants gained valuable understanding of the rules while enjoying camaraderie in a picturesque setting. It was a memorable day of learning and fellowship at Bald Peak Colony Club.
Washoe County, Nevada
Dr. Shannon Reece and Marcela Smith brought The More Confident Golf Experience to Montreux Golf and Country Club, helping 24 players unlock the mental side of their game. Dr. Reece’s step-by-step, hands-on techniques taught participants to eliminate fear and distractions, enabling them to stay focused and play with clarity and purpose.
Following a swing analysis and short game clinic led by PGA professionals John Hermans, Warren Pineo, and Jan Usher, Marcela Smith guided players on the course for real-world rules scenarios. Members gained practical knowledge of important golf rules and strategies to avoid misunderstandings during competitive rounds, enhancing both their confidence and enjoyment of the game.
ELMHURST, ILLINOIS
The two-day event at River Forest Country Club combined education, fun, and socializing, offering members a chance to enhance their golf rules knowledge while building a sense of community.
Despite light rain, the ladies began with indoor instruction, enjoying wine and appetizers while covering course areas, match vs. stroke play, and basic relief rules. Once the rain cleared, they ventured onto the course to apply rules in real-world scenarios, boosting confidence and decision-making skills. The day ended with a lively cocktail hour and a Golftini trunk show, blending learning, camaraderie, and retail therapy.
The next day, men and women joined for a deeper dive into advanced rules. After a hearty breakfast, participants headed to the course to tackle complex scenarios and strategies for tricky situations. This hands-on clinic challenged members to enhance their understanding and confidence, leaving everyone better equipped to navigate the game and enjoy their rounds.
Naples, florida
In February 2024, Tiburón Golf Club hosted The More Confident Golf Experience with Dr. Shannon Reece and Marcela Smith. This hands-on program emphasized practical learning, allowing golfers to immediately apply strategies and gain a deeper understanding of the game. By limiting group size, the event ensured personalized attention and addressed each participant's unique needs through tailored guidance. This individualized approach accelerated skill development and boosted confidence as players saw real-time improvements in their game, rules knowledge, and course etiquette.
The small-group setting fostered camaraderie and a dynamic learning environment where participants benefited from shared questions and experiences. The combination of hands-on instruction and personal attention created an engaging experience, maximizing learning outcomes and enhancing each golfer's journey toward greater confidence and mastery.
CLEAR CREEK
TAHOE, CALIFORNIA
Marcela taught two separate clinics at Clear Creek this summer. The first was a ladies' Level One clinic from 4-6 p.m., followed by a fantastic buffet of appetizers in the beautiful new clubhouse. During the clinic we focused on the foundational basics including penalty relief vs. free relief, taking drops within the relief area, putting greens, teeing areas, penalty areas, and lots of time on course behavior and etiquette. The second clinic was a co-ed Level Two clinic, also out on the course. We spent a good amount of time discussing formats for upcoming men’s tournaments, and the unique nuances in the rules for match play competition.
THE VINTAGE CLUB
INDIAN WELL, CALIFORNIA
34 members of The Vintage Club enjoyed a delicious luncheon, followed by 90 minutes on the 16th hole of their spectacular course. This Level One Clinic included provisional balls, unplayable lies, penalty area options, putting green rules, 7 simple ways to improve pace-of-play, tournament strategies, and much more!
MEADOWOOD GOLF COURSE
FT. Pierce, Florida
Girlfriends Golf Experience at Meadowood Golf Club in Ft Pierce, Florida. At this late afternoon clinic, we headed out to a challenging hole on the course to learn the rules. We were joined by LPGA tour player Jackie Stoelting who added personal stories from the tour.
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PALMIRA GOLF CLUB
Napels, florida
More Confident Golf Clinic at Palmira Golf Club, Naples, Florida. Dr Shannon Reece, Nathan Groce and Marcela co-led a three hour event featuring mental game. A three hour event featuring technical, strategic and mental game tactics to improve your game
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THE CROSBY
RANCHO SANTA FE, CALIFORNIA
Advanced Rules & Competition Strategy The Crosby Golf Club hosted the ladies team captains from the local golf league for this advanced clinic where we focused on specific rules for Four Ball Match Play. After our clinic on the 18th hole, The Crosby hosted our ladies for a casual round on their spectacular golf course.
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LAHONTAN GOLF CLUB
TRUCKEE, CALIFORNIA
We headed to the challenging 17th hole at Lahontan and enjoyed a 90 minute interactive rules clinic, followed by a delicious lunch at the clubhouse.
THE SATICOY CLUB
Ventura, CALIFORNIA
The Saticoy club recently hosted an LPGA Tour event. The members and guests enjoyed a beginning level golf rules clinic, followed by a delicious lunch in the beautiful clubhouse.
THE SANTALUZ CLUB
San Diego, CALIFORNIA
This special clinic included on course swing strategies and tips from Jeremy Clevenger, PGA Director of golf at The Santaluz Club.
THE CROSBY GOLF CLUB
RANCHO SANTA FE, CALIFORNIA
Back for a second year in a row at The Crosby, this event covered competition strategies including how to keep a light atmosphere and prevent scoring conflicts during a tournament, how to keep score for a better ball format (including when and how to pick up if you’re out of the hole) and 7 concrete strategies for better pace-of-play. And of course we covered all the basics on putting green rules & etiquette, unplayable lies, penalty areas and bunkers.
WOMEN ON COURSE - ARROYO TRABUCO GOLF COURSE
Mission Viejo, California
Women On Course co-hosted a Girlfriends Golf Experience with us at Arroyo Trabucco Golf Club in Mission Viejo. We focused on pace-of-play, how to prepare for your round, golf etiquette (especially on the putting green) defined areas of the course, important definitions, scoring, and creating friendships on the course. We finished off the evening with cocktail and delicious food on the beautiful patio. The Women On Course ladies are a ton of fun and we’ll be co-hosting more fun events this summer!
BUTTERFIELD GOLF COURSE
OAK BROOK, ILLINOIS
We started in the elegant clubhouse and reviewed the defined areas of the course, terminology, etiquette, types of penalties, and differences between stroke and match play. Then we headed out to the course and reviewed the rules for teeing areas, provisional balls, unplayable lies, abnormal course conditions, bunkers and putting greens.
THE CROSSING
Carlsbad, California
Breakfast, Rules Clinic and 18 Hole Scramble at The Crossings Golf Club
ROYAL FOX COUNTRY CLUB ROYAL
ST CHARLES, ILLINOIS
On one of the coldest days of Spring, even though the ladies had the option to have our clinic inside the clubhouse, the ladies chose to brave the cold and we headed out to the course for the Golf Rules Experience. We returned to the beautiful clubhouse for appetizers and drinks, and to warm up our bodies!
THE GROVE COUNTRY CLUB
LONG GROVE, ILLINOIS
We started out with a XXIO demo day,comparing stats with our own clubs and the new XXIO Eleven ladies golf clubs, followed by a 90 minute On-Course Rules Experience, and ended the afternoon with cocktails and appetizers in the clubhouse.
KEENE TRACE GOLF CLUB
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY
Two day Girlfriends Golf Experience, which included a cocktail party, dinner and shopping experience, breakfast, On-Course Rules Experience, 9 hole competitive event, mint juleps, awards and luncheon. Truly one of the best Girlfriends Golf Events we’ve ever had!
THE CROSBY
RANCHO SANTA FE, CALIFORNIA
On-Course Rules Experience followed by a ladies’ guest day day.
ARROWOOD GOLF
OCEANSIDE, CALIFORNIA
On-Course Experience and Short Game Clinic at Arrowood Golf Club with LPGA Amateurs Association
THE RENAISSANCE CLUB
NORTH BERWICK, SCOTLAND
Luncheon followed by an On-Course Rules Experience.
GRAY'S CROSSING GOLF CLUB
TRUCKEE, CALIFORNIA
On-Course Rules Experience, followed by a 9 hole round.
ARROWOOD GOLF CLUB
OCEANSIDE, CALIFORNIA
On-Course Rules Experience featuring a short game clinic with Nikki Prichard, PGA instructor and head golf pro.
RIVERWALK GOLF COURSE
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
On-Course Rules Experience featuring a mental game clinic with Kim Harrington, LPGA instructor.
LOHANTAN GOLF COURSE
TRUCKEE, CALIFORNIA
A beginning and an intermediate Golf Rules Experience, consecutive events, each 90 minutes on the course.
AVIARA GOLF ACADEMY
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
Beginning Rules Experience featuring a bunker clinic with Ken Green, PGA instructor.
Ready for some fun?
Gather your girlfriends and let’s have a golf day together – laughter is guaranteed!
"What a great event! I learned so much. Thank you for putting it together and I can't wait for the next one!”
Erin S.
Atttendee, Golf Rules Experience
Ready For a Trip?
Join us for a Girlfriends Golf Trip to some of the most spectacular golf destinations in the world.
Enjoy delicious food, beautiful accommodations, golf clinics, spa treatments, and lots of laughter with your girlfriends.