Scottsdale, Arizona, United States: July is ‘Troon Family Golf Month’ with Sunday, July 26 designated as ‘Family Golf Day’ at Troon-managed and affiliated facilities worldwide.

Throughout this month, Troon will celebrate golf’s ability to bring families together through fun, learning, and shared experiences with courses hosting family-focused instructional programmes, events, and tournaments designed to encourage participation across all ages and skill levels.

Troon Family Golf Month also serves as a platform to raise awareness and support for the First Tee and its mission to empower young people through the game of golf.

From July 15-29, Troon and Member For A Day, a leading charity auction platform for exclusive golf experiences, will feature rounds and packages at Troon facilities with proceeds from sales donated to the First Tee. Guests and members of Troon-affiliated facilities are encouraged to visit the dedicated Member For A Day Auction at www.MemberForADay.com to bid on items beginning on July 15. Featured auction items include golf rounds and stay and packages experiences from:

• Tubac Golf Resort & Spa in Tubac, Arizona (Stay and Play Experience)
• Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa in Palm Coast, Florida (Stay and Play Experience)
• Monster Golf Club and Resorts World Catskills in Monticello, New York (Stay and Play Experience)
• Bay Creek Golf Club in Cape Charles Virginia (Stay and Play Experience)
• El Conquistador Tucson, in Tucson, Arizona (Stay and Play Experience)
• Gamble Sands in Brewster, Washington (Foursome)
• Monarch Beach Golf Links, in Dana Point, California (Foursome)
• Torreon Golf Club in Show Low, Arizona (Foursome)
• Cimarron Hills Golf & Country Club in Austin, Texas (Foursome)

Throughout July, Troon facilities will spotlight the impact of the First Tee through story-telling, in-club signage, and digital campaigns. Guests and members of Troon-affiliated facilities will be encouraged to make a donation to the First Tee.

While July serves as the kick-off for family golf activities, Troon Family Golf is available every day of the week, all year long, at participating Troon-managed facilities worldwide. Families can play golf together and enjoy the following:

• Juniors play golf for free after 3 pm when playing with a paying adult.
• Juniors enjoy complimentary Callaway rental clubs all day (at participating locations).
• Juniors receive complimentary instruction when taking a lesson with a paying adult.

“As part of Troon Family Golf Month, Troon facilities, Troon Golf Academies and their respective teaching professionals will present a series of engaging initiatives. From introductory clinics to special events, Troon is dedicated to making this month a memorable experience for families and golf enthusiasts of all levels,” said a spokesperson for Troon.

In addition, Troon has once again partnered with Next Round, a leading golf equipment trade-in services provider, to raise additional funds for the First Tee. During Troon Family Golf Month, facilities can run a used equipment donation drive in partnership with Next Round. Next Round values donated clubs and directs 100 per cent of that value to the First Tee.

To learn more about specific Troon Family Golf programmes visit Troon.com, follow @Troon on social media.  

*Troon is an Executive Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation.