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Ladies Development | Forest Oaks Country Club

Learn golf. Find your people.

Beginner-friendly clinics and small-group golf pods designed to build skill, confidence, and real connections—with direct coaching from Jonathan Dudley, PGA.

2–4players in each Ladies Golf Pod
Up to 12players in beginner clinics
Directconnection with Jonathan to find your fit

A comfortable place to grow

Golf gets easier when the experience fits you.

You do not need the perfect swing, the perfect equipment, or years of experience to belong here. Ladies Development gives women a welcoming way to learn the game, practice with purpose, and meet players who want the same thing: more confidence and more fun on the course.

Choose your way in

Start small. Grow together.

Come with friends or contact Jonathan and ask about connecting with a group that fits your experience and goals.

Women participating in a Ladies Golf Pod
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Primary program

2–4 players

Ladies Golf Pods

Focused coaching for a small circle of women. Build your own pod or ask Jonathan about connecting with golfers at a similar stage.

  • More personal attention in every session
  • Group goals shaped around what your pod wants to learn
  • A comfortable, consistent way to practice with others
Women participating in a beginner golf clinic
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Fall weekly series

12 ladies max

Ladies Beginner Golf Clinics

A welcoming Friday clinic series for women who are brand new, returning to golf, or ready to build a stronger foundation.

August 21–October 30Choose the Fridays that work for you
5:45–6:45 PMFriday evening sessions
$15 FO members$25 non-FO members
On-course sessionsSeptember 25 & October 30

Make the pod yours

Build a pod around your game.

Choose a practical focus for your group. As confidence grows, Jonathan can help your pod build each part into a more complete game.

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Full swing

Build a repeatable motion and understand what makes your best shots work.

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Short game

Develop simple choices and dependable technique around the green.

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Putting

Improve setup, distance control, green reading, and confidence over the ball.

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Course confidence

Learn where to aim, what club to choose, and how to manage common situations.

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Golf know-how

Get comfortable with etiquette, pace of play, scoring, and everyday course routines.

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Playing strategy

Turn practice into smarter decisions and more enjoyable rounds with your group.

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A simple first step

Tell Jonathan what you need.

You do not have to choose the perfect program alone. Start with your goals, availability, and whether you already have a group.

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Choose a direction

Pick a small pod, a weekly beginner clinic, or simply say you are not sure yet.

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Share your details

Tell Jonathan about your experience, goals, group size, and preferred days or times.

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Get connected

Jonathan can recommend the best next step and help coordinate the right coaching fit.

Connect directly

Tell Jonathan where you want to begin.

Share your experience, group size, goals, and availability. Jonathan will help you choose the right starting point.

Jonathan Dudley, PGA professional and Golf Gem director of instruction

Jonathan Dudley, PGA

Director of Instruction | Forest Oaks Country Club

Ladies Development is coordinated directly with Jonathan so he can understand your goals and connect you with the right format. Jdudley@pga.com
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Start the conversation

Write Jonathan an email.

Fill in the details below, then choose Gmail or Outlook. A ready-to-send message addressed to Jonathan will open in a new browser tab.

Your information is used only to create the email. It is not collected or stored on this page.

Before you begin

A few quick answers.

Ladies Development is designed to make the first conversation—and the first session—feel straightforward.

Do I need golf experience?

No. Beginner clinics are specifically designed for women who are new to golf or returning after time away.

Do I need to bring my own pod?

No. You may contact Jonathan on your own and ask about connecting with other women who have similar goals and availability.

How many women are in each program?

Ladies Golf Pods are intentionally small at 2–4 players. Weekly beginner clinics may include up to 12 ladies.

What should I bring?

Tell Jonathan what equipment you currently have when you email. He can explain what will be helpful for your first session.