Mytime Active teams up with Muslim Golf Association for subsidised golf days at Hatchford Brook, targeting the local Muslim community

Mytime Active’s Golf Course, Hatchford Brook, will be hosting two subsidised golf taster days, funded by the Muslim Golf Association, to encourage more Muslim people to take up the sport.

 

The sessions will be held on Saturday 14th September from 3pm to 5pm for men only, and on Sunday 15th September from 3pm to 5pm for women only. These sessions are specifically tailored for complete beginners and novices, and will highlight the benefits of golf for everyone. The cost of the session is £24.99 per person, and includes all equipment, instructors and a delicious, light halal meal.

 

The taster lessons will be led by golf professional Cameron Edmonds of Inspire Golf, supported by Mytime Active’s Area Manager, Dave Wheeler, and Mytime Active’s Healthy Lifestyles Programme Manager, Amy Brittain, at the female session. Each session will be followed by an opportunity to socialise and meet like-minded people over lunch.

 

Amy Brittain, Healthy Lifestyles Programme Manager at Mytime Active says: “We are keen to overcome any barriers that may put people off trying golf.  These taster sessions are specifically aimed at our local Muslim community who may be keen to learn a new sport and to meet like-minded individuals. Golf is not only great exercise, it’s an excellent opportunity to be outside, enjoying the fresh air and socialising. For some, it could be the chance to have a bit of ‘me time’, whereas for others it could be an opportunity for family time.

 

“On completion of the taster sessions, we will be encouraging participants to join Mytime Active’s six-week Get Active in Golf programme, which includes men- and women-only group golf lessons to further improve their game and overall wellbeing.”

 

Amir Malik, Founder of the Muslim Golf Association says: “We want to change attitudes by staging events and taster sessions, such as these at Hatchford Brook, and to challenge the traditional perception that golf is predominantly played by white, middle-class, wealthy men. In reality, golf is a sport that welcomes everyone, regardless of ethnicity or background. The golf course is an inclusive space where people from all walks of life can come together and enjoy the game. Golf truly is for all.

 

“For many Muslim women, the opportunity to engage in golf has been elusive. At the Muslim Golf Association, we believe golf is an ideal sport for them. It offers a respectful environment where there is no physical contact between players, and modest attire, including head coverings, poses no barrier to participation. Being outdoors in the fresh air, surrounded by the tranquility of the golf course, provides not just an opportunity for physical activity but also for mental wellbeing. Our previous initiatives have demonstrated unequivocally that golf is accessible and enjoyable for those adhering to even the most conservative Muslim dress codes. The only requirement we feel is appropriate footwear, and then, the sky is the limit. We extend a warm invitation to all to come and experience the joy and community golf brings.

 

“What we are creating at Hatchford Brook is a safe environment to teach both men and women about golf, with lunch thrown in, at a stunning golf course – it’s a beautiful day out.”