Leagues & Lessons

Welcome to the Heart River Golf Academy! Registration begins April 5, 2023 at Noon. Register online or at the Parks and Recreation Office. Lessons instructed/supervised by a certified PGA Golf Professional. BEGINNER SESSIONS - Learn the basics and fundamentals of the golf swing, putting and chipping. June 6-15 | Tue & Thu 12-15 yr - 9:00-10:00 am 9-11 yr - 10:30-11:30 am 7-8 yr - 12:00-12:45 pm June 20-29 | Tue & Thu 12-15 yr - 9:00-10:00 am 9-11 yr - 10:30-11:30 am 7-8 yr - 12:00-12:45 pm

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INTERMEDIATE SESSIONS - Instruction includes more in depth and individual instruction of the golf swing, putting, chipping and bunker play.  Some procedures, rules and etiquette are covered at this level.  Learners must have completed beginner golf instruction. July 11-20 | Tue & Thu 12-15 yr - 9:00-10:00 am 9-11 yr - 10:30-11:30 am 7-8 yr - 12:00-12:45 pm

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ADVANCED SESSIONS - Competitive golf includes some individual swing instruction, bunker, trouble shots and course management.  Some light team level competition is covered in this session.  Must be age 9 for this level. July 25-August 3 | Tue & Thu 12-15 yr - 9:00-10:00 am 9-11 yr - 10:30-11:30 am

Enjoy the scenic Heart River Golf Course by participating in this recreational golf league. 3-person teams compete in a friendly match-play competition. Players interested in forming a team must obtain and submit completed registration packet information by the registration deadline. Maximum of 48 Men’s teams (Monday); 24 teams (Thursday) and 24 Women’s teams (Wednesday).

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REGISTRATION: Returning teams will have priority status (must consist of 2 of the 3 main players from 2022). Returning teams must have roster turned in, paid in full by the April 18th deadline. New teams must turn in roster (without any fees) by the April 18th deadline. New teams will be drawn by lottery to fill any vacant spots.

• Team Registration Letter - 2023
• Golf League Rules - 2023

SCHEDULES:

• Men's Qualifying Schedule 2023 - Monday
• Women's Qualifying Schedule 2023 - Wednesday
• Men's Qualifying Schedule 2023 - Thursday

LEAGUE CARTS: We are once again offering the option to pre-pay for your cart rental for the entire season ($67.50/seat or $135 for 2 seats). This is a discounted rate and will only be applied until the season starts. Please visit the HRGC, with payment by Wednesday, May 31st. You can also pre-pay for a 2^nd cart by paying the additional $67.50/seat. Questions? Contact Caleb Burgard, Director of Recreation/Facilities at 701-456-2074 or email [email protected].

We’re excited to offer the PGA Jr. League again this season! You and your kids will share this awesome opportunity to learn and play golf in a relaxed team environment. PGA Jr. League is all about fun! Need a visual to understand what makes this program so fun? Click here to watch a PGA Jr. League animated short with your kids to learn more! You can sign up now for the PGA Jr. League at Heart River Golf Course here:

PLAYER REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

• Two high-quality team jerseys; one orange and one blue (for home and away games). Jerseys are available in boys' and girls' sizes and customizable with our team name and player’s chosen jersey number!
• Hat, bag tag, silicone bracelet, stickers, and drawstring bag
• 5 Team practices with free range balls
• 8 days of partial and full matches on course
• End of the year party!!

If you have any questions, please contact Michael Rademaker, PGA at [email protected] or 701-456-2050. You can also visit PGAJrLeague.com and follow @pgajrleague on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to learn more.

MEET THE PRO Mike Rademaker is a golf professional at the Heart River Golf Course. Mike graduated from the University of Montana and has a plethora of experience in running golf courses and teaching lessons. He has worked at some excellent golf courses throughout the US such as Meadow Lakes in Montana, Mesa Del Sol in Arizona, Salmon Run in Oregon, and Nevada County Country Club in California. Mike is really excited to provide quality golf instruction that leads to more people enjoying the game he loves. CONTACT INFORMATION: Mike Rademaker, Golf Professional 701.456.2050 | [email protected]