Golf Club Rules
Local Rules
JURMALA COURSE (18 holes)
- Out of Bounds (Rule 18)
A ball is out of bounds when it is:
- beyond the cart path near the clubhouse (defined by concrete liner),
- beyond a boundary fence,
- beyond white line or white stakes.
Model Local Rule A-4: During play of Hole 17, the general area cut to fairway height of Hole 11 is out of bounds.
- No Play Zone
The red Penalty Area indicated by red-black stakes on the right of Hole 1, is a No Play Zone. When a ball is in the No Play Zone the ball must not be played as it lies, and penalty relief must be taken from interference by the no play zone under Rule 17.1e.
- Abnormal Course Conditions (Rule 16)
Immovable Obstructions
- artificially surfaced cart paths,
- young trees which are staked and wired with or without metal grid.
- Integral Objects (no free relief)
- metal grids when closely attached to trees which are not staked and wired,
- all paths which are not artificially surfaced.
- Ground under repair
Places one club length around the blue stake and white top are ground under repair. Play according to Rule 16.1.
ACADEMY COURSE (9 holes)
- Out of Bounds (Rule 18)
A ball is out of bounds when it is:
- beyond a boundary fence,
- beyond white line or white stakes.
- Abnormal Course Conditions (Rule 16)
Immovable Obstructions
- artificially surfaced cart paths,
- young trees which are staked and wired with or without metal grid.
- Integral Objects (no free relief)
- metal grids when closely attached to trees which are not staked and wired,
- all paths which are not artificially surfaced.
- Ground under repair
Places one club length around the blue stake and white top are ground under repair. Play according to Rule 16.1.
On the Golf Course
- Rule #1: Have fun and enjoy the play.
- Before executing a golf swing, make sure that the player or group of players in front are at a safe distance. If after striking the ball there is even a theoretical chance that the ball could reach the group ahead, the player is required to shout “Fore”.
- Each player must have his own golf equipment (clubs and bag) when on the golf course. Rental equipment is readily available at the Golf Pro Shop.
- Systematic training on the golf course, which is directly or indirectly comparable to activities in the training area is not allowed on the golf course. The practice range and the practice putting greens should be used for all practice.
- It is permissible for children under the age of 7 to be on the golf course only if they play or learn to play golf under the direct supervision of a golf club coach (pro).
- Wellbeing and safety of children is one of our highest priorities. Please do not leave your children unattended. If there is a need, we will gladly try to assist you.
- The maximum number of players on the course in a group should not exceed 4 players.
- All golf course maintenance employees have right of way. Please do not hit towards them while they are working. Allow them to move to the side while you play through, and please make sure they have seen you before you hit your ball.
Golf Cart
- Golf cart (buggy) is the property of the Golf Club. They are intended for use exclusively on a golf course in strict accordance with the Terms of Use set by the Golf Club.
- Guests cannot use the golf cart before check-in at the reception.
- Golf carts can be operated by persons who are 16 years and older.
- Arithmetic is very simple – no more than two people and two sets of clubs can be used by a single golf cart.
- The golf director and the superintendant of the golf course can restrict usage of golf carts due to bad weather or agrotechnical activities.
Weather
- In an event of inclement weather conditions it may be necessary to evacuate the golf course.
Tournaments
- Pre-registration is required to participate in tournaments, and for most of them – payment. You can submit an application: by phone, by mail or at the club reception. Pay attention to the registration dates in the tournament calendar.
- We have big plans for all registered participants for the competitions: flights are made, golf carts are prepared, the format of the tournament is determined. If you cannot come to the tournament, please warn us in advance.
Practice facilities
- While practicing, be mindful of players around you.
- Please use and/or park golf carts only in designated places.
- Do not use range balls for playing on the golf course.
- Enter the practice facility from designated points of entry.
Rules of Silence
- What does a golfer do when his opponent is preparing to deliver a decisive shot on the 18th hole? Listens to the silence. The moment of preparation of the player is as a sacred act – everything must be silent and stop.
- Therefore, please be so kind and try to use your cellphone as little as possible on the golf course.
Movement on a Golf Course
- Observe the indications of the “Course closed” or “Hole closed” signs, road signs and markings. Please also follow any directional signage.
Dress Code
- For gentlemen, recommended are trousers, classic cut shorts, tucked polo shirts, waterproof suits and golf shoes.
- For ladies, trousers, shorts, skirts and dresses, shirts and polos with or without any sleeve length.
- Do not forget about the right golf shoes.
- And, of course, no one should see a golfer with a bare torso.
More Rules
- For more golf rules please visit The Official Rules of Golf