At St. Charles our goal is to play a game of golf in 4 hours or less.  Please consider the following tips to help maintain this desired pace of play.

• Be AWARE of your position on the golf course at all times.  Be prepared to simply pick up the pace of play if you fall out of position. (i.e. open hole in front of you on a par three or four, or group in front of you on the green on a par five when you arrive at the tee)
• If you cannot catch up or increase your speed then allow the group behind you to play through, if you are holding them up.
• Understand and be prepared to play READY GOLF.  This means that who ever is ready to hit their ball should do so when safe (avoid using the honour system).
• If you play READY GOLF, then your correct position on the golf course is right behind the group ahead.
• Balls hit off line should be carefully observed as to their destination (use landmarks as a guide).
• Allow the shorter hitters to hit first when at the tee.
• Be aware of your actual starting time for your round of golf.  Our goal is four hours or less for around of golf.  This would average thirteen minutes per hole.
• Experienced golfers who know how to maintain their correct position on the golf course should help those who require assistance.
• Be aware that your guests at the club are your responsibilty (ensure that they are aware of and capable of playing READY GOLF).
• Assist with a fellow players pull cart around the green.
• Study your putt while others are playing (you will then be READY to putt when it is your turn).
• Continuous putting is recommended.
• Keep stops between the front nine and back nine as brief as possible.
• Golfers should use the appropriate tee for their skill level.
• The starters will monitor pace of play for all groups.

These are a few helpful hints that will allow all Members and guests to keep the pace of play and maintain our goal of a complete round of golf in four hours or less