To understand why your handicap changes, you must first understand how your handicap is compiled. The handicap computer takes the scores you post and enters them into a mathematical equation based on the slope and or rating of the courses you played. The end result of this process is a handicap index. Your handicap table is more or less a conversion chart that changes from course to course according to the slope and rating of that particular course. 

Simplification of equitable stroke control in the USGA handicap system, which went into effect January 1, 1993, has meaning and implications far beyond a mathematical technicality. 

In the past, the par of the hole was a determining factor. Players were allowed to post a maximum of a certain number of strokes above par, depending on what their handicap was. 

Under the new system starting 1993, par is not considered. The new rule says simply that the maximum score postable on any hole (regardless of that hole's par) is limited by the player's handicap. For handicaps of 9 or less, the maximum hole score is 6; for 10 - 19 the maximum is 7; for 20 - 29, 8; for 30 - 39, 9; for 40 - 49, 10. 

There's no limit to the number of holes on which a player may post the maximum. A scratch handicap can theoretically post a card with all sixes (108) if that's what he shot. 

Under the old system, each player was allowed a limited number of bogeys or double bogeys, etc., depending on his/her handicap. Reducing the scores for proper posting took time and required close attention to a chart. A player could quickly scan a card for any holes over 6, 7 or whatever without considering the par on that hole. It will take less time and less understanding. Thus it will likely produce more accurate results. 

Our staff professional will walk you through the handicap computer system until you are familiar with the process. Annual cost: $50.00 Billed in March each year.

... No cut‑off shorts
... No short‑shorts
... No denim Jeans
... No halter or bikini tops
... Swimming suits and cover‑ups are allowed only at the swimming pool
... Men's golfing shirts must be collared and sleeved
... Shoes are required at all times in the Clubhouse

A‑F
October 1st through December 31st
January 1st through March 31st
April 1st through June 30th
July 1st through September 30th 

G‑M
November 1st through January 31st
February 1st through April 30th
May 1st through July 31st
August 1st through October 31st 

N‑Z
December 1st through February 29th
March 1st through May 31st
June 1st through August 31st
September 1st through November 30th

The Montclair County Club offers two "Clubs within the Club". One for the Men and one for the Ladies. The Montclair Men’s Golf Association (MMGA) and the Montclair Ladies’ Golf Association (MLGA) are two associations that are optional for Members, however in order to join, all Members must be current Golf Members of Montclair Country Club to participate.

The Men play approximately nine tournaments per year. The formats differ each tournament but all are played on two consecutive days (Saturday and Sunday) and usually once per month. Their season begins the later part of March and continues through the first part of November. The MMGA hosts the MMGA Member Guest Tournament the third weekend in June of each year which is the Club’s signature event for the year. The President of the MMGA for the 2005 season is David Elswick.   Be certain to visit the MMGA web site at http://www.mmga.info .

The Ladies play a tournament each week. The Ladies normal day of play is Tuesday however, Saturdays are reserved for working women. Tournament sign up sheets are posted in the Ladies’ Locker Room for TOURNAMENT PLAY ONLY. Those not playing in tournaments must get their own tee times. Most tournaments are one day tournaments and played on Saturday for the Saturday Ladies and then on Tuesday for the Tuesday Ladies. The Ladies offer a nine hole group on Wednesdays. The Ladies begin their season the first Tuesday in April and continue until the first Saturday in November. The MLGA also hosts the MLGA Member Guest which is played the Tuesday before the Men play their’s the third weekend in June each year. The President of the MLGA for 2005 season is Shirley Thorne.

Both organizations charge a minimal dues amount and may charge per the tournament played.

The Tennis Bubble is open from approximately October 15th through April 15th of each year. Court time may be booked at any time by calling the Tennis Shop at 703-670-4262. Times are taken five days in advance. Court times for Juniors are available between 3:00pm and 6:00pm, Monday through Friday. Please call the Tennis Shop for additional information.

We offer swimming lessons. Our instructors have acquired his/her Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certificate and have taken Red Cross First Aid and CPR. 

The Montclair Seahawks Swim Team begins practice the week following Memorial Day. Swim Team registration begins in April and there are normally two or three dates that registrations are held at the Clubhouse. The Swim Team charges a nominal charge based upon the number of children from each Member's family plus a family concession fee. Swim meets are held during June and July at Montclair as well as other competing Clubs in the Prince William Country area.

Many people don't realize that they should be concerned about the group ahead of them, rather than the group behind them. Playing too fast can be as detrimental as playing too slow, a group can be out of position and still ahead of their average time per hole recommendations. 

If you keep up with the group ahead, you will never run the risk of being out of position. Try staying no more than a half a hole behind the group in front of you and never more than one hole behind. 

Fast paced players will run the risk of not being able to "play through" slower groups when the course is full. This can happen especially on days when there are solid tee times from 7:00 a.m. to noon or later. Please note, that we add time to the round when groups have to constantly let other groups play through. 

You can find yourself out of position and still be playing ahead of the generally accepted pace . If the group ahead of you is playing at a pace that is faster than the 14 minute per hole average, by keeping pace with them the rest of the course must also try to keep that pace. Slowing your group down not only effects your group, but the rest of the course falls behind. If your group falls behind by more than the entire hole, you may be warned by our on course hosts (Even if you are at a pace to finish at 4 hours 12 minutes or less).

USGA Handicap Fee  $50.00 Annually

Club Cleaning/Storage  $125.00 Annually

House Golf Guest Pass
Single  $100.00 Weekly
Family  $150.00 Weekly

Member Cart Fee  $17.00 1/2 cart for 18 holes
                         $12.00 1/2 cart for 9 holes

Locker Rental  $75.00 Annually

GOLF
18 Holes of Championship Golf
4 sets of tees: Gold, Blue, White, & Red
Practice Facility
PGA Professional lessons/clinics
Member Tournaments
Golf Associations (MMGA & MLGA)
Club storage/cleaning/repair
Junior Golf Program

TENNIS
10 Lighted Tennis Courts
Six hard courts
Two clay courts
Two synthetic grass courts
Winter bubble play on four courts (October to April)
USPTR
Professional lessons and clinics
Tournaments and Socials
Junior tennis program

CLUBHOUSE
Dining Facilities
  Lunch: 6 days a week
  Dinner: 3 evenings a week
  Breakfast: 2 mornings a week
  Sunday Brunch
Banquet Facilities
Special Events
Social activities for all ages
Men's and Ladies' Locker rooms
Members-Only Dining
Member Charge Accounts
Friendly Service

SWIM
Seahawks Swim Team
Junior Olympic-sized Pool
Adults-only Pool
Wading Pool
Shower Rooms
Pool Snack Bar
Swimming Lessons
Pool Parties
Underwater Lights

OTHER AMENITIES
Member Newletters
Board of Advisors
Community Active
Personal Recognition

 Selection From
Montclair Country Club Bylaws

Payment of Dues and Charges  

All dues, debts, charges and fees incurred by members of the Club shall be due and payable within twenty (20) days of the statement date of such dues, debts, charges and fees.

 Non Payment of Dues and Charges

 A.  Whenever the dues, debts, charges or fees of any member shall remain unpaid for a period of twenty (20) days after the statement date of such unpaid dues, debts, charges and fees, the Owner may suspend all charging privileges for the delinquent member and require cash payments for all purchases. 

B. If such dues, debts, charges and fees remain unpaid for a further period of ten (10) days, the membership of the delinquent member may be suspended or revoked, in the sole discretion of the Owner, but such suspension or revocation shall not be prejudiced or affect in any manner the legal right of the Club to collect such delinquent charges and fees in any way. Any member whose membership shall have been revoked for non‑payment of any dues, debts, charges or fees shall not be entitled to any payment or return of any portion of that member's initiation fee nor any return or prepaid dues or charges and all of the initiation fee and all monthly dues and charges previously paid to the Club shall be forfeited to the Owner. A membership revoked for non‑payment of dues, debts, charges or fees and all right, title and interest in such membership shall revert back to the Club upon revocation.

 C. The Club may assess a monthly service charge equal to one and one‑half percent (1.5%) of the amount of all delinquent dues, debts, charges and fees. 

D. The Club assesses a late penalty in the amount of 10% of the past due balance. 

Credits

The Owner shall not be obligated to offset any outstanding dues, debts, charges, or fees incurred by a member against any initiation fees.