Golf Learning Center

All ages welcome! The Barrington Park District operates a 5-hole, par 3 Golf Learning Center located on Carl Avenue, 2 blocks west of Rt. 59, just south of Rt. 14. From April 1 to November 1, the course is open daily from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m., weather permitting. Park District programs have priority over golf course usage. Lesson and league times are posted on the Course Information Board at the first tee. All ages are welcome to enjoy the game of golf at our Golf Learning Center.


Golf Course Season Pass
(April 1 – November 1, 2024)
Youth (11 years and under) $60/$85
Adult (12 – 59 years) $80/$100
Senior (60 years and up) $60/$85


Daily Golf Fees
(10 holes/2 rounds of 5 holes)
Youth (4 – 17 years) $6/$8
Adult (18 – 59 years) $8/$10
Senior (60 years and up) $6/$8

Golf Learning Center Etiquette & Safety Rules

For the enjoyment of all, we ask all participants to observe the following safety and etiquette guidelines. Proper golf etiquette plays a large role in the game; it’s important that even the youngest players learn to obey proper etiquette. Inappropriate behavior will result in the golfer being asked to leave the course (no refund given).

  1. Any child under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  2. Both in practice and play always make sure that no one is near you when you swing the club and no one is ahead of you where your shot might hit them.
  3. Golfers must direct all balls at the appropriate greens only.
  4. Always stand still when another player is playing. Do not talk.
  5. Be ready to play when it is your turn.
  6. If someone else is playing from the tee, do not tee your ball
    until he or she has played.
  7. Do not tee off until the fairway and the green are clear of all golfers.
  8. Never take more than one practice swing, if any.
  9. When you are playing slowly or looking for a lost ball, ask the group behind
    you to play through (skip ahead of you) so you do not slow everyone down.
  10. Write down scores on the way to the next hole, not on the green you are leaving.

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Sports Tips from Coach Kent

Signing your child up for a new sport can come with a handful of questions. Coach Kent has listed some helpful tips below that will help get your child get started on the right foot.

Tip #1 – Have Fun!
Sports should be all about fun. Our goal is to teach them the basics, but more importantly, make sure they are having fun! If they don’t have fun playing a sport for the first time, there is a chance that they will never want to play that sport again in the future.

Tip #2 – Try Something New!
Kids should be exposed to a variety of sports, and they’ll quickly let you know which ones they prefer. Plus, you will find that what you learn in one sport will translate to another sport. More often than not, stronger athletes are the ones that didn’t specialize in one sport at a younger age but played a multitude of sports and learned helpful skills from each. 

Tip #3 – If it’s Not for Them, No Need to Worry! 
Our classes are reasonably priced and only last a handful of weeks. That way, you can sign up for a single session, and if it’s not for them, you are not committed to an entire season of that sport. Also, our coaches will have extra equipment on-hand so you aren’t spending money on equipment that they may never touch again.

Tip #4 – Team vs. Individual Sports. 
A majority of parents sign their kids up for sports, not just for the athletic experience, but for the social experience as well. However, not every child will benefit from playing sports on a team. Sign your child up for both team and individual sports to see which environment they like best.

Tip #5 – Have Questions? Contact Me! 
I have been the Athletic Supervisor here at the Barrington Park District for over 10 years. If you need help finding the right program for your child or have any other questions about our athletic programs, please feel free to contact me at khengels@barringtonparkdistrict org or (847) 304-95273.

Contact Us

Kent Hengels
Recreation Supervisor
(847) 304-5273
Contact Me

F&RC
(847) 381-0687
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