Treasure Coast Holiday Fun

It’s the last weekend before Christmas and the fun is just beginning! The Treasure Coast is a festive hub for holiday celebrations this time of year. The rich character of Palm City comes alive with the bright colorful lights displayed in neighborhoods across the city, like Harbour Ridge and the famous Copeland Christmas presentation. The joy of the holidays is spread from street to street. Many families focus on spending cherished time together and enjoying the traditions of the season. Make the most of these moments by creating new traditions for your family to remember for years to come.

With such a busy weekend approaching we thought it’d be merry to share a few Treasure Coast holiday to do’s with you. From music and caroling to dining and last minute shopping, be sure to fit some holiday cheer into the last two weeks of your year!

Christmas Dinner and Party: Permanent Affair Band. 5-10 p.m. Dec. 19. VFW Jensen Beach, 1805 N.E. Savannah Road, Jensen Beach. Tickets available in the canteen for non-members and guests at $9 donation.

Sea Turtle Holiday Celebration: 10 a.m. Dec. 20. Loggerhead Marinelife Center, 14200 U.S. 1, Juno Beach. 561-627-8280; rebeca.krogman@gmail.com.

Christmas Cantata – Three Gifts: 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Dec. 21. Redeemer Lutheran Church and School, 2450 S.E. Ocean Blvd., Stuart. 772-286-0911.

Community Chanukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting: Celebrate the Festival of Lights. 3 p.m. Dec. 21. Kiwanis Park, Colorado Ave. & 5th St., Stuart. 772-288-0606; chabadmsl.com.

Florida Championship Golf Courses

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club is home to two of Florida's most prestigious golf courses. Members and guests of the Harbour Ridge Golf Club can enjoy the championship courses created by the architectural genius of Pete and P.B. Dye, world-renowned Golf course designers. Our courses offer a rewarding and challenging experience. Whether you're a professional golfer with years of experience or a recreational golfer looking to relax, Harbour Ridge can open up a world of opportunities for you. Discover our beautiful courses dedicated exclusively to the Harbour Ridge community.

The Golden Marsh
The Golden Marsh course was designed to infuse the natural beauty of the landscape with the tranquility of the overall game. While enjoying the greens of The Golden Marsh experience take in the natural beauty of the design with challenging holes. Pete and P.B. Dye were able to integrate passion and performance into each element of design.


The River Ridge Course
The River Ridge Course is known for hosting several rounds of USGA & the U.S. Open. This course highlights extreme slope ratings and currently holds some of the highest ratings in the state of Florida. Like The Golden Marsh, River Ridge is accented by the natural beauty of the area featuring the tropical charm of the Treasure Coast. 

Two Must Haves for Florida Golf in the Fall

With the changing of the leaves and the briskness in the air it's safe to say that Fall has definitely arrived in Florida. So how does this change in the weather affect Florida's most beloved sport? Apparently not much depending on which region of Florida you reside in. Northern golf aficionados travel thousands of miles in the fall and winter season to avoid the snow-driven climate of the NorthEast and embrace the cool sun-filled days of the South. Some players believe that the fall is the best time to enjoy the best golf communities in Florida and take advantage of the perfect weather. Check out our two must-haves for Florida Golf in the Fall:

1- Golf Gloves Golf gloves are perfect for keeping your hands warm and your mind focused on the game. They're available in several different colors and materials to suit your liking. We recommend keeping a pair in your golf bag to outsmart Florida's unpredictable weather patterns.

2-Golf Vests These vests have been fine tuned from their big, bulky predecessors. Companies have taken on the task of keeping golfers warm without intruding on the functionality of their game. Winter golf vests have become very popular over the years and range between price points of  $140-$300. Check out these dapper golf vests to keep you all bundled up!

Be sure to stop in to the Harbour Ridge Golf Shop for your golf needs in every season!

Enjoy a Set of Tennis at Harbour Ridge

Tennis lovers rejoice. The beautiful master tennis courts of the Harbour Ridge Golf & Country Club are the setting for every tennis aficionados dreams. Our focus is to deliver top-quality playing environments for the sole enjoyment of our members and their guests. The athletic offerings of Harbour Ridge don't end there. Our grounds are filled with activities for adventurous and outdoor spirits. Try your hand at a round of golf, a stroll down the marina or a tranquil master yoga class. We invite you to be our guest and experience the beauty of Harbour Ridge for yourself.

"What better way to enjoy your friends or sharpen your focus than out in the Florida sun, playing a set of tennis at Harbour Ridge. "
-Harbour Ridge

Championship Golf Courses & Instruction at Harbour Ridge

The game of golf requires skill, focus and dedication. Many golfers invest hundreds of hours in improving their game and raising their skill level. Our championship golf courses are the perfect backdrop for your tee time. Try our uniquely challenging courses for yourself.

The Harbour Ridge Golf & Country Club is fully committed to providing well-kept, top notch golfing facilities for our members and their guests. Here you'll find professional golf instructors and numerous options for group and individual tutorials. Learning techniques such as, Jamie Donaldson's famous swing is known for it's brilliance and simplicity. For a sneak peek behind the structure of his swing check out the article below...

Jamie's arm and body motions put him in a position to hit extremely, powerful consistent shots," says top New York teacher Michael Jacobs, who is based at the X Golf School in Manorville, Long Island.

— Matthew Rudy

Walking the Greens

Golf is an age old game that continues to affect the lives of each generation. Golf provides many benefits for improving one's quality of life. The game challenges you physically and mentally, but the true gift of the game is the mental clarity found in walking the greens. Learn how a little walking can bring joy back to your game.

If I think about my greatest days spent on a golf course, the most memorable are always when I've played on foot. Nearly every round as a kid was enjoyed walking and now as I get older, I've re-embraced the notion that a "rolling stone" gathers no moss. This, of course, wasn't always the case. Somewhere between then and now, I became either tired or lazy. It was too easy to drive my car to the course, only to throw my clubs onto a tinier car, which was then often restricted to the cart path. If someone in my group suggested walking, my excuse was always that my large Staff Bag would be unreasonable to carry. It's safe to say I went the better part of a decade riding out of what I thought was convenience. In reality, all I was doing was robbing myself of the gift of playing the game the way it was meant to be played. To really soak all you can out of anything, you've got to be present. Nothing allows you to slow down and take notice on a golf course better than walking. 

— Jeff Ritter

Harbour Ridge Yacht Club

 

We invite you to experience Harbour Ridge first hand. Our gated golf community has much more to offer than a championship course of beautiful greens. You'll find the laid back marina life of Harbour Ridge fascinating. Our marina and yacht club offer great opportunities for our members to enjoy their family and friends by land or by sea. The club hosts an array of fun and exciting events for members and their guests to enjoy. Check out our Yacht Club calendar for details on upcoming soirees and parties. Our club is "the perfect place to meet and mingle with other boating enthusiasts, or to simply spend more time doing what you love."

Hitting the Ball on the Green w/ Rio Ishikawa

Ryo Ishikawa is ready to take you to school. Literally. After ranking no. 1 on the PG tour in greens and regulations we figured he has a lot to share and he does. Read how to improve your game and get more green here...

When a golfer's approach shot misses the green on the side closest to the flag, it's known in English as being "short-sided." The Japanese don't have an exact translation for this phrase, and as far as Japan's Ryo Ishikawa is concerned, that's just fine. "When I hit iron shots to the green, I'm aiming for the safety space rather than a narrow space," says Ishikawa, 22, through a translator. "Because I do not take a risk, I get very calm and make a good swing." It's hard to argue with his results. 

— Ron Kasprise

Vegan Cuisine on the Open Sea

The vegan diet is becoming increasingly popular in the United States. While most would assume that life on the open sea should be filled with delicious seafood dishes, these three chefs are challenging the status quo. Learn more about these chefs and their approach to healthy cuisine aboard.

This trend caught the eye of organizers at the recent Antigua Charter Yacht Show, where yachts are trying to attract vacationers of all kinds and where veganism was the theme for the annual culinary competition. Three chefs stood out in this type of cooking, each earning first prize in their yacht’s class. Gisele Lannamann of the 76-foot K&M Aurelius took top honors along with Jacob Luke of the 142-foot Richmond Crowned Eagle and Anders Pedersen of the 180-foot Benetti Altitude.

— Yachting

A Peek Inside Erik Compton's Bag

Do you want to know what's in Erik Compton's golf bag? So did we. Luckily, Golf Digest did too so they asked for peek inside his big bag of goodies. The contents may surprise you but mostly they'll inspire you to improve your game and sharpen your skills.

Anytime you have a chance to talk to a great at the top of his profession, you should do it. I've chatted with athletes ranging from Jack Nicklaus to NBA shooting guard Ray Allen about competing under pressure. And I've used what has worked on the golf course. If you look at any athlete at the top of his game, he has the technique and the mental side figured out. That's not an accident. 

— Charles LaBerge

Championship Courses of Harbour Ridge

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club is noted as one of the best golf communities in Florida. The Harbour Ridge community is a true golfers paradise. The lush, well kept greens, the beautiful natural landscaping adorned with uniques estates are just the foundation of the championship culture that makes Harbour Ridge an outstanding golf community. Don't just take our word for it. Experience the beauty of Harbour Ridge for yourself. Plan your trip. Be our guest.

Let’s Take Action to Save Our Coral Reefs!

Support the Southeast Florida Coral Reef Initiative (SEFCRI) is a local action strategy for collaborative action among government and non-governmental partners to identify and implement priority actions needed. Partner with us as we support the SEFCRI! #coralreef #SouthFlorida #environmentalaction #marinebiology

               
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Join Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club Members in the Fight to Protect Florida Coral Reefs

Our Florida Reefs is on a mission to increase public involvement in the management of southeast Florida’s coral reefs but they need our help! They need input from community members on the development of recommendations that can become part of a comprehensive management strategy to ensure healthy coral reefs in the future.

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club is linking arms to support this cause. We'll be hosting an awareness lecture this season for our members, to assist in the efforts to protect Florida's coral reefs. Join the conversation today! #southflorida #communityaction #coralreef www.southeastfloridareefs.net

Prime Stuart Florida Real Estate: Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country

Stuart Florida real estate is a booming market with lots of possibilities for those seeking a dream home. The residences of Harbour Ridge in Palm City, just minutes away from Stuart, offer many different home styles and sizes. Our community is compromised of over 28 unique villages. Each village has been created around a particular theme best suited for the residences of that area. The East Hammock features large estate homes with beautifully scaled pools. These homes are positioned directly on the River Ridge golf course. The Patio Homes of South Shore village highlights smaller homes with private pools crafted for owners with smaller families. The Palmetto condominium complex is great for recent retirees and features stunning views of the golf courses. No matter what you're preference may be or the stage of life you're soon approaching, Harbour Ridge has the perfect fit for you.

Among the Best Golf Communities in Florida

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club ranks among the best golf communities in Florida. So what places Harbour Ridge among the best? Our top-notch community features beautiful golf courses and beautiful grounds. These are the makings of a first class Florida golf community...

Golf is a pretty big deal at Harbour Ridge. Our immaculate two championship courses are evidence of our high level of committment to golf afficionados. Our members and their guests enjoy the handsome greens of The River Ridge and The Golden Marsh. The award-winning courses were built by golf masers, Pete & P.B. Dye and Joe Lee. There unmatched devotion to detail created courses which seamlessly fuse complexity and natural beauty. 

Robert Lynd once said, "It is almost impossible to remember how tragic this world is when one is playing golf." When playing the courses of Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club this truth could not be clearer. Go ahead and "be our guest" at one of the best golf communities in Florida.

Leading a Healthy Lifestyle

Leading a healthy lifestyle provides a plethora of benefits for the long term quality of life available to you. At Harbour Ridge, our goal is to encourage and support the healthy lifestyle for each of our residents and families. Our new wellness programs were designed specifically to improve the health and fitness for our entire community. Achieving these goals is easier with the support and accountability of others.

Healthy Exercise Routine
Incorporating exercise into your daily routine can impact your overall health tremendously. The endorphins released during physical activity boost emotional and mental well-being, resulting in the decrease of stress, anxiety and tension. Many people believe that exercise is only for aesthetic benefits. This myth is far from the truth. Exercise improves many areas of your life. Don't wait for the perfect scenario to begin. Get moving today!

Healthy Eating
A consistent exercise routine and healthy diet choices are directly correlated. Each segment plays a major role in your health and well-being. Implementing a clean eating plan into your everyday life isn't difficult at all. It just takes a little planning and preparation. Our new "Watch Your Weight - The 12 Week Journey" will highlight key points to developing a winning diet that you and your family can enjoy.

Exercise Now to Improve Your Retirement

Exercising now can save you a great deal of money during retirement. This article highlights the importance of living a health focused and active lifestyle. Studies show that this approach greatly reduces the chances of common medical problems that occur later in life. Read the article below for an in-depth look at the way your health impacts your retirement.

The JAMA study involved 1,635 inactive men and women between the ages of 70 and 89 in eight different centers around the country, who participated in the study for an average of 2.6 years. Most lived in their communities, and none had major cognitive impairment.At the outset of the study, all the participants could walk a quarter mile, or 400 meters, within 15 minutes without sitting, leaning, or the help of another person or a walker. (Canes were allowed, since their use involves higher functioning than a walker.) Yet this was not a robust group. Many had chronic illnesses such as high blood pressure and diabetes. What’s more, their sedentary lifestyles put them at high risk of losing their ability to walk a quarter mile, and in turn their independence.

— Elizabeth O'Brien

What is Qigong Yoga?

Our new Qigong Yoga sessions at Harbour Ridge are sure to bring harmony and balance to your life. Are you unfamiliar with Qigong? Check out this article for an in-depth background on the art of Qigong Yoga and the benefits it provides. What are its' similarities and differences to mainstream yoga?

Qigong (pronounced "chee-gong") is made up of two Chinese words. Qi is usually translated to mean the life force or vital energy that flows through all things in the universe. Gong means accomplishment, or a skill that is cultivated through steady practice. Together, the two words mean cultivating energy to maintain health and increase vitality.

— AFP Relax News

Kick Energy Zappers to the Curb

It takes discipline to reshape habits that have been practiced over time. It takes time to build discipline. The true question is where to begin. This article suggests starting in the small choices made in our daily food choices. Then focus you're attention on infusing healthy diet items into your overall eating habits. Keep reading to learn how to kick the energy zappers out of your meal line-up.

When you need a boost of energy don’t reach for another double espresso or chocolate bar. The caffeine and sugar may boost your energy in the short term, but will leave you feeling even lower later. Try one of these fast-acting natural pick-me-ups instead.

— Healthy Living

Metabolism Boosters

Here's a pick me up for your exercise routine. All you need is eight minutes to boost your metabolism. Don't believe us? Check out these powerful gym tips to try at your next workout session and don't miss the launch of our new fitness programs at Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club.

The routine consists of five different movements performed in a circuit; do eight reps of each, then go to the next. Complete as many reps as possible (aka an AMRAP) in eight minutes. You won’t believe the results!

— Chris Artis

Healthy Living at Habour Ridge: Salad Sensations

We're kicking off a new series of fitness & health programs for Healthy Living at Harbour Ridge. Living a healthy lifestyle begins with a balanced diet. This article shares great suggestions on how to incorporate better choices in your daily diet. Keep reading for cool ways to kick your salads up a notch.

Salads aren’t just a prelude to a main meal—done right, they’re bursting with flavor, packed with nutrition, and deliciously satisfying. The secret ingredient in each of these recipes: a centerpiece of high-quality protein, whether that’s grilled chicken breast, hearty steak, simple seafood, or even a vegetarian-friendly option. These recipes were created by Carlo Filippone (aka the “Muscle Chef”), a three-time national bodybuilding champion and the founder of Elite Lifestyle Cuisine, who knows what it takes to eat clean without losing flavor. 

— Moya McAllister

Relax. Renew. Refresh.

Relax. Renew. Refresh.

Say goodbye to stress and hello to indulgence. Relax and renew with our recent add-ons to the Massage Service menu at the Harbour Ridge Spa. We’ve extended our services to enhance your experience and provide you with the latest in luxury spa treatments.

Massage Cupping: 
Think of it as “reverse deep-tissue massage, but with the same results”. Suction cups rapidly, yet comfortably, facilitate rigid soft tissue release, loosen and lift connective tissue, while increasing hydration, blood, and lymph flow to the skin and muscles in ways not possible using compression.

• Spa Hour: $75 
• Spa Half-Hour: $48 

Minty Feet & Legs Treatment:
Enjoy a refreshing & revitalizing treat with the power of peppermint & wintergreen. Includes an exfoliating treatment, cooling minty spritzes, heated towels, and a relaxing, yet invigorating feet & legs massage. Pure bliss!

• Spa Half-Hour $50

Healthy Living at Harbour Ridge

Healthy Living at Harbour Ridge

Get ready to kick your health into high gear with our exciting new offerings at the Harbour Ridge Fitness Center. Our fitness team has prepared an amazing line up of exhilarating programs to enhance your mind, body and soul. Check out our newest programs starting in the Fall of 2014.

Qigong – a mind body practice that combines disciplines of Yoga and TaiChi.  The gentle, rhythmic movements of Qigong reduce stress, build stamina, increase vitality, and enhance the immune system. It has also been found to improve cardiovascular, respiratory, circulatory, lymphatic and digestive functions.

Physical Therapy – Total Motion Physical Therapy will be coming to Harbour Ridge this fall.  Medicare accepted.  Andrea Nelson, DPT will be on site to serve your needs.

Watch Your Weight – A 12-week Journey to Weight Loss

In this 12-week program, you will learn about the latest nutrition research translated into specific, practical advice on what to eat every day so you'll be happier and healthier... and live longer. This program has been designed especially for you by Phara J. Taylor, your on-site dietitian, with one goal in mind:  to help you develop and maintain good eating habits – day in and day out.

Watch Your Weight and Lose Inches in Just Six Weeks

An accelerated edition of the “Watch Your Weight- 12 week Journey to Weight Loss” program

Watch Your Weight – A 12-week Journey to Weight Loss

Watch Your Weight – A 12-week Journey to Weight Loss

It’s a medical fact that by eating better, you can reduce your risk of cancer, heart disease, and other diet-related illnesses. In this 12-week program, you will learn about the latest nutrition research translated into specific, practical advice on what to eat every day so you'll be happier and healthier... and live longer.

This program has been designed especially for you by Phara J. Taylor, your on-site dietitian, with one goal in mind:  to help you develop and maintain good eating habits – day in and day out.

Scientific research has proven that what we eat directly affects our health. You can start benefiting today from the collected wisdom and insights of supporting group members and registered dietitian.

Divided into twelve 60 minute sessions, Watch Your Weight: A 12-week Journey to Weight Loss offers simple ways to eat healthier, pointers on food preparation, shopping tips to eat healthier and save money, and a run-down of the best basic foods to eat.

In Watch Your Weight: A 12-week Journey to Weight Loss, we'll discuss:

Session 1:  Developing your nutritional palette - What to Eat

Session 2:  Breakfast boosters that keep you going

Session 3:  Building blocks: What a healthy plate looks like

Session 4:  Quick snacks that are delicious and nutritious

Session 5:  Master your Metabolism - When to Eat

Session 6:  Exercise - getting started and staying motivated (Barb)

Session 7:  Supersize portions - How Much to Eat

Session 8:  Fats: the good, the bad, and the ugly

Session 9:  Spice your way to longevity

Session 10: Eating out on a calorie budget

Session 11: Shopping tips: what's in your basket?

Session 12: Easy tips for preparing delectable vegetable side dishes                                                        

(Chef cooking demo) BONUS: Tips and tricks to keep you going

●  Weekly weigh-ins at the beginning of each class

●  Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions although not required

●  Class size is limited to 15

Watch Your Weight and Lose Inches in Just Six Weeks

We know that life can be hectic and you have a million things contending for your attention. We also know that your health is a priority to you. That’s why we’ve condensed the 12 week journey into six.

An accelerated edition of the “Watch Your Weight- 12 week Journey to Weight Loss” program.

Finally you can manage your health and your busy schedule too!

Qigong Yoga at Harbour Ridge

We can’t wait to share all of the new and exciting programs at the Harbour Ridge fitness. Like our Qigong yoga class, a mind body practice that combines disciplines of Yoga and TaiChi.  The gentle, rhythmic movements of Qigong reduce stress, build stamina, increase vitality, and enhance the immune system. It has also been found to improve cardiovascular, respiratory, circulatory, lymphatic and digestive functions.

Those who maintain a consistent practice of Qigong find that it helps one regain a youthful vitality, maintain health even into old age and helps speed recovery from illness. Western scientific research confirms that Qigong reduces hypertension and the incidence of falling in the aged population. One of the more important long-term effects is that Qigong reestablishes the body/mind/soul connection.

Get ready for Qigong at Harbour Ridge: Coming Soon Late Fall of 2014

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club Fitness Director Elected as 2014/2015 CSFA President

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Palm City, Florida – June 27, 2014

The CFSA recently announced its newest team member additions to the 2014/2015 Board of Directors. Barb Svenson, Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club fitness director, has been elected as the new board president of the Club Spa & Fitness Association. She has served on the board for four years. Last year she functioned as secretary of the board. Svenson will continue serving the organization in her new role as President of the board while contributing direction and experience toward its continued success. The Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club would like to congratulate Barb Svenson in her new role as President of the 2014 CFSA Executive Board.

The Club Spa and Fitness Association is a non-profit organization committed to maintaining superior business and ethical standards for fitness, spa and wellness professionals in the private club segment. CFSA provides its members with resources for educational growth and curriculum development for accreditation. Members are equipped with career development and job placement opportunities. The CFSA serves as a credible source for country club management to discover highly qualified fitness, spa and wellness professionals for their private clubs.

You can find information on the entire Board of Directors on the CSFA website at www.csfassociation.com.

How Golf Impacts The Lives Of Those In The Sport World

It is common practice for college football coaches to enjoy golf and take the game seriously, but Steven Spurrier takes his game very seriously. In the 30 years of coaching college football, Steven has never lost a golf game to one of his players. This piece from ESPN takes a look at the many people inside of the sports world, and the impact golf has had on their lives.

Of course, opportunities to hit the tees at all are getting harder to come by for coaches. The recruiting calendar has grown more cumbersome, the demands of the job more strenuous, and the number of coaches regularly playing golf has diminished as a result. Even Spurrier, the elder statesmen of the coaching ranks on both the football field and the golf course, doesn't get out quite as much as he used to. By the end of July, his clubs are already gathering dust.

— Read More At ESPN.com

Rules For Doubles

Playing doubles in tennis requires a secure grasp of the rules to avoid any type of argument or tension,and it helps to have a refresher on them every once in awhile. A fun game can turn serious with the right level of competitiveness, and some people falsely believe that they know everything there is to know about tennis. Read the following article for an extensive look at the rule book, and enjoy your next game!

What happens when there is a delay between the first and second serves? If the delay is caused by the receiver (such as a broken string or contact lens problem), an official or outside interference, the whole point is replayed. It the server caused the delay, such as when the server breaks a string, the server gets one serve. Note, a spectator’s call (out, fault or other), a spectator’s or player’s cell phone ringing or grunting from an adjacent court is not basis for replaying the point.

— Read More At The Daily Progress

The Latest In Iron Technology

Part of the fun in playing golf is the equipment. Every club is a personal choice that hopefully improve your game and last for years. Buying new clubs can be exciting, especially when there are recent developments in the industry. This piece from Golf Digest researches the latest in iron technology.

"We always go into a new design searching for high performance, to try to get faster ball speed and more consistent distance all over the face," says TaylorMade's Bret Wahl, vice president of research and development for irons. "But feel will remind us just how far we can take that."

— Read More At Golf Digest

Everything You Will Ever Need To Know About Golf

Do you know how to mark your ball so that you don't miss your spot? Do you know to read a green? Whether you are a leisurely golf enthusiast who wants to take their game to the next level or you are a seasoned pro, there are points in the following guide that you may have never heard before.

The key to reading putts is to establish a routine. Begin as you approach the green, observing the overall slopes and undulations. Then without distracting your playing companions, read your putt while others putt out. This helps speed play.

— Read More At Golf Digest

Tips For Your Short Game

Line and speed are the two factors in making putts, and both of these factors can be controlled. A player only needs to understand the relationship between the two factors in order to improve their short game. Gaining control over the speed and position are learned tricks that will improve your score, and the following article goes in-depth on how to improve your short game.

According to Dave Pelz, a former NASA scientist and short-game guru to many of the PGA Tour’s top players, the perfect speed to hit a putt is with enough pace so that if the putt had missed it would have gone seventeen inches beyond the cup. That speed, according to his research, will lip in more often than it will lip out and is the most consistent in holding the line while still going in when hitting the back of the cup.

— Read More At Statesmanjournal.com

Wie is Poised for Victory

She's back in business and poised to win her first major. After having a little trouble she's come back focused on the prize. Michelle Wie is certainly worth watching as she makes a run for the victory. Learn more about Wie's background and her focus on securing her place in golf history.

There was a bounce-back in 2009 and ’10 when she had one LPGA victory in each of those years and then another slide as she missed 10 cuts in 2012 and seven in the first half of 2013. But sometime around the Solheim Cup last August, things started to fall into place for Wie. Now, she goes into the weekend at Pinehurst No. 2 positioned to make a run at her first major championship after a two-under-par 68 Friday left her at four under through 36 holes. Closing out her round in spectacular fashion, Wie finished birdie-birdie on a firm, fast sweltering track that was yielding very few low scores in the second round. 

— Ron Sirak

Summer Time Golf Tips

It's summer time and according to Keegan Bradley that's the best time to work on your golf swing. Since relocating to Jupiter, Fl he has settled in to the year round summer season that's perfect for golfers. Here he shares a few tips and tricks to make the most of your summer and whip your swing into shape.

When it's deep into the season and you're not playing well, it's frustrating. This is when it's time to revisit some basics. To me, the basics are driving and chipping. If you can do those two things well, you'll be hard to beat. It's rare to mess up a short iron from a fairway that badly. And if you can chip the ball to a foot, your putter doesn't matter.

— Keegan Bradley

Hitting the Green with Martin Kaymer

Martin Kaymer is teaching us the tips for getting great results on the green. He's hitting on some of the most common amateur problems that golfers face and was generous enough to share how to improve it. Read this article to increase your success so for hitting the greens.

From what I see, many amateurs should improve their fairway woods. I think it's one of the biggest problem areas. Why? You don't let the club do its job. These clubs are designed to hit the ball high and far and find greens from long range, but only if you use them correctly. I think you'll have more success hitting greens with fairway woods if you play a fade. That's my stock ball flight. It's just an easier shot to control. 

— Martin Kaymer

Sharpen Your Skills with Lexi Thompson

Want to sharpen your golf skills? Lexi Thompson, LPGA's newest champion, shows us how to smash it on the green. She serves up some great advice for lowering your score and improving your game in this Golf Digest article. Read more to learn her moves and how you can make them your own.

To turn better, feel like you're stretching your front shoulder behind the ball. And stay relaxed. See Lexi (right, top): She's fully back but doesn't look rigid. The worst move is to grip tighter or lunge forward as you start down. It's important to note that Lexi sets up slightly open to the target, especially with her short irons. Her natural shot is a draw, so the open stance keeps her from getting the club too far to the inside and encourages a straighter swing path. She takes the club back nice and wide, which gives her that great high-hand position at the top

— Jim McLean

Golf at Harbour Ridge

Harbour Ridge features two championship courses and professional golf instruction programs. It is truly a golf aficionados dream. They can choose from our wide range of private lessons, golf clinics and regular tournaments to stay engaged and keep their game up to par! If you're looking for a great golf community in Florida you've found it! Visit us online to learn more about the amazing golf program at Harbour Ridge.

Gated Communities in Florida

       

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club is one of the most sought after gated communities in Florida. Located in the welcoming town of Palm City, our Florida golf community is nestled deep into the heart of the Treasure Coast. Harbour Ridge boasts a generous offering of amenities, securely monitored entrances for cars, pedestrians and bikers. Our gated community truly creates a world of its own for residents and guests to enjoy exclusively.

The 28 unique villages all have distinct features to differentiate the residents’ experience. Each village is themed in its build style, lot sizes and home features. Harbour Ridge is noted for the perfect positioning of most of the community’s homes accommodating stunning views of the golf courses, waterfront and beautiful natural landscaping.

Harbour Ridge’s private gated country club community features championship golf courses, professional golf instruction, tennis courts and an exclusive yacht club & marina. Our residents live a harmonious lifestyle together. Imagine a community of yachters, golfers and nature enthusiasts situated inside of a breath-taking outdoor setting but well within reach of the metro area hot spots. With airports, beaches, local attractions, fine dining and shopping options nearby Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club undoubtedly ranks among the top gated communities in Florida.

Golf Tips with Bill Horschel

Are you ready to improve your swing? This tutorial shares great tips for achieving greater distance and laser focused results on the green. Check out Golf Digest's instructional blog for improving your game. Want to hit like Bill Horschel? Here's how.

Most swings on the PGA Tour are built for either big distance or hitting lasers down the sprinkler line. And they're not hard to peg. Bubba Watson makes a giant backswing and really drives his legs. Result: 350-yard bombs. Zach Johnson stays centered over the ball and swings way shorter. Result: three out of four fairways. But sometimes we see a player like Billy Horschel who's a bomber and a control guy. Let's see what Billy does to keep up with the big boys and also keep the ball in play. Pick which tips you want, or be like Billy and take them all.

— Todd Anderson

Golf Digest's 2014 Drivers Hot List

Golf Digest experts tested and retested over 200 lines of equipment to identify the best of the best for their readers. Out of those testings the 2014 Hot List of Drivers was born. Are you looking for the ultimate driver to add to your golf bag? Check out these top 12 drivers and swing your game in the right direction.

Our 11th annual uncensored guide to the best golf equipment features 106 of the more than 250 clubs evaluated by our team of equipment editors, with input from scientists, teaching professionals, retailers and amateurs. We evaluated drivers, fairway woods, hybrids, irons, wedges and putters in four areas: performance, innovation, look/sound/feel and demand. "It's not just tour players who are benefitting in this era of game-improving psyche-enhancing clubs," Senior Equipment Editor Mike Stachura writes.

— Golf Digest

Martin Kaymer Trumps the U.S. Open

The U.S. Open took a different spin this time around with a lot less drama and heartfelt stories. The appreciation of Martin Kaymer for his well-earned victory and the tear jerking story of Erik Compton's heroic second place triumph were great headliners for the classic game of golf. This article highlights the best moments of the U.S. Open.

"This is quite nice proof," he said, a gentle allusion to critics who saw his 2010 PGA Championship as one of those flukes that litter golf history, "to have two major championships under your belt and only 29 years old." Kaymer owned this Open the way Woods owned Pebble Beach's in 2000. Opening with back-to-back 65s will do that. Then Kaymer strolled through the weekend with 71 and Sunday's 69 for an eight-shot victory, nothing like Woods's 15-shot stampede at Pebble but matching McIlroy's margin, the fourth best in the Open's 114 years.

— David Kindred

Waterfront Home in Marina Village - 12790 NW Marina Court

Magnificent views in the heart of Marina Village on the St. Lucie River. Enjoy this luxury waterfront home with an upgraded kitchen, custom cabinetry and master bath. The Harbour Ridge community also offers two championship golf courses, large clubhouse, state of the art fitness center, tennis courts and much more!

Beautiful Home in River Point Village - 709 NW Winters Creek RD

This Cordova style home is located inside the River Point Village built on a large corner lot with a beautiful view of the pond. A spacious expansion of the standard Cordova styles featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a large kitchen and family room for family gatherings. This home even comes compete with hurricane season survival kit, generator and hurricane shutters included. Check out more pictures of this River Point Village.

Prime Real Estate in Stuart Florida

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club is known for it's highly sought after Stuart, FL real estate properties. The community of Harbour Ridge hosts  29 villages on 885 acres against a  beautiful background of natural landscaping. Each village offers a unique style and feel to the real estate offerings of Stuart, FL. Our residences are built in all different shapes and sizes, including single family homes and condominiums. Here you'll find something for everyone.  

Our award-winning Florida golf community is nestled in the heart of Palm City, near the center of the Treasure Coast. The unique location provides residents with easy access to Florida's metro areas; Orlando, Palm Beach & Miami. There are many activities to enjoy in the eventful cities of Palm City and Stuart you'll find boating, fishing, fine & casual dining, concerts, theaters and outdoor recreation. 

Peruse our Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club villages and you're sure to find a home to love in Stuart, FL. Each unique village has so much to offer. Bayberry village  features a community pool as well as private residence pools and multiple homes with waterfront views. The private village of Cinnamon has large scaled lots and great views of the Golden Marsh golf course. Deer Moss boasts private pools and scenic views of the River Ridge golf course. Be our guest at Harbour Ridge to experience our championship courses, breath-taking marina and beautiful homes for yourself.

Harbour Ridge's Gallery of Homes

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club was developed with a unique dedication to the natural environment. On our 885 acres, there are a wide variety of home and condominium purchase opportunities. We have created a collection of home interiors that allow you to open your mind to the many possibilities that Harbour Ridge homes hold. Take a moment to peruse through our Gallery of Homes.

Steffi Graf's Historical Tennis Match

Sports History was made 26 years ago at the French Open title when Steffi Graf defeated Natsaha Zvereva. Both girls were teenagers in the prime of their athletic careers. This match defied the long history of victories at the French Open and inspired many children in the game of tennis. Read more in the article below.

On this day in 1988, Steffi Graf won her second French Open title with a 6-0, 6-0 win over Natasha Zvereva. The match, which lasted all of 32 minutes, set the record for shortest women's singles title match at a Grand Slam in the Open Era. It also marked the first time a French Open finalist failed to win one game, and was the first time since 1911 at any Grand Slam final that a title was decided by a 6-0, 6-0 score.

— espnW

Novak Djokovic's Press Humor

In contrast to the press follow-ups of heated professional basketball games where the players are coached, poised and dressed for publicity, tennis pressers strive for the opposite. The questions asked are much more candid and sometimes have absolutely no correlation to tennis itself. Often times the tennis players themselves are much relaxed and informal with reporters. This combination sometimes creates newsworthy moments. Read more about Djokovic's humorous press bloopers.

Referencing Djokovic's book, "Serve to Win," an Italian reporter asked, "I read that you became the best of yourself, what you are now, when you stopped eating the gluten. So I wanted to ask, if I stop with the gluten, will I become a better writer?" Djokovic buried his head in his arms in laughter. "Oh, god. Thank you for your question," he said. "What was the question again? If you don't eat gluten, would you be a better writer? ... I'm sure that gluten is a great obstacle for your writing. You should change your diet, definitely. Pizza with no gluten, it's good, also."

— Jim Caple

Thuraya Satsleeve Converts Smartphones to Satellite

For years satellite phones have been the go to line of communication for world traveling boats and yachts. Thanks to the Satsleeve by Thuraya travelers will be able to convert their Android and Apple smartphones into satellite phones within 140 countries. Finally there's an easier way to stay connected with all of the conveniences of home. Read more about the Satsleeve and its capabilities in the article below.

With full walk-and-talk capabilities, the simple plug-in device also allows you to access the Web and access social media. The case also acts as a portable charger, and an emergency call button allows you to dial a preset number without having your phone docked. Airtime can be pre-purchased online with plans ranging from $13.50 to $525 a year. Thuraya, +882 16 100 100.

— Daniel Harding Jr.

Total Marine Adds Additional Location

Total Marine is expanding its' reach to Port Annapolis in Maryland as a result of an overwhelming increase in sales. The company will now have three separate locations for the convenience of their clients. Their offerings of Fairline Boats in the U.S. has been consistent for over forty five years. Learn more about the future expansion of Total Marine below.

“The expansion of Total Marine into Maryland is the direct result of our recent retail success,” Jim Renfrow of Fairline Chesapeake stated in a news release. “We currently have three Fairlines on order for our customers: a Squadron 50, Targa 38GT and what will be the first Targa 48GT delivered into the U.S.” Total Marine is a family-owned dealership and marina operator established in 1971.

— Fairline Dealer Expands

The Rules of Golf

The game of golf has been around for many centuries. Each century reshaping the game until it became golf as we know it today. The earliest form of golf was recorded in 100 BC, as the Roman game of golf, Paganica. In Paganica, participants used a slightly bent stick to strike a stuffed leather ball. Golf has evolved tremendously since its Paganica infancy and has developed into an extremely popular sport. 

The benefits of golf are immeasurable, from the beautiful landscaping noted on hundreds of prestigious golf courses to the ability to play the sport well into retirement years. True golfers adore the game. However the rules of golf have changed many times over across its history. So what are the basic rules of golf and how are they applied on the green?

The game of golf holds true to three key rules, playing the ball, playing the course and fairness. According to the USGA and R&A, the rules of golf are centered on these three basic principles. Over the years there have been specialized rulings as a result of specific circumstances in competitive play but the regulations always point back to the golden three.

  1 -  A golfer must always play the ball as it lies.  
  2 -  A golfer must play the course as they have found it. 
  3 - A golfer must always do what is fair.

     If you would like to learn more about the rules of golf and how to improve your game our expert golf instructors can help you personally. Our Florida golf community located in the heart of the Treasure Coast is known for it's superior golf instruction and clinics. 

What's in Rory's Bag?

Rory McIlroy has a few new toys in  his bag and Golf Digest has the details. Rory shared his new clubs with the magazine and how he feels they helped him in winning the Wentworth. In this detailed interview he discusses his clubs of choice and his recent win at the BMW PGA Championship. Read more about Rory and his new go to clubs.

The Toe Sweep is something I've been messing around with for a while and I felt like last week was a good time to put it in play. The one thing I really like about it is how well it goes through the rough. Some of those shots on the way in Sunday were key up and downs. The chip-in on 10 and the flop shot that I played on 14, those two were out of the rough. The way the club is designed it feels that it slides through that longer grass really easily and the ball comes out that much better for me. If there was one area of my game that I needed to improve this year it was probably scrambling, and this wedge helped a lot this week with that.

— The New Club in Rory's Bag That Helped Him Win the Wentworth

Technology is Taking Your Game to New Levels

The technology of golf is changing. Helpful tools have emerged to improve the game of golf and the golfer's skill set. This witty invention fits snugly into the back of your glove and monitors your swing. With this technology golfers can measure their speed, tempo and much more while playing a round of golf. Learn more about the new Zepp Golf Sensor.

There are several golf-swing analyzers on the market that let you download your swing to an app on your phone. What distinguishes Zepp's device is its placement on your glove. The Zepp golf sensor ($150) clips to the back of a glove, where it can track your clubhead speed, plane, path, tempo and backswing position. This data, along with a 360-degree motion capture of your swing, can sync to your iPhone, Android device or iPad via Bluetooth technology.

— Get to Know Your Swing By the Back of Your Hand