2016
ANNUAL MEMBER’S
POLICY HANDBOOK
THE GOLF SEASON (Important, please read)
Subject to closure of the golf course (or part thereof) for tournaments, repairs, maintenance of facilities, climatic conditions or
otherwise, the facilities are open for play from Feb 1st to November 30th, inclusive.
FOREWORD
The Playing Policy of Kings Links by the Sea Golf Course Ltd. (“KLGC”) is designed to inform Annual Members and their guests of
their privileges and to protect KLGC property. The Rules and Regulations are formulated to acquaint the Players with services
available to them and the proper utilization of the facilities of KLGC. KLGC reserves the right to amend at any time, the “Playing
Policy” and to effect new ones with due notice to the Annual Members prior to the effective date of change.
LIABILITY OF PROPERTY
Kings Links by the Sea Golf Course Ltd. (“KLGC”) will not be responsible for any injury to an Annual Member or Guest, or any loss
or damage to their property, while on the premises of KLGC. Any loss or damage caused by an Annual Member or Guest to KLGC
property will be charged to the Annual Member. All Annual Members of KLGC are responsible for the conduct of their Guests.
Annual Members and Guests who use KLGC equipment do so at their own risk.
INSURANCE
Annual Members and Guests are responsible for the flight of their golf balls. In the event of a ball hitting another person or object, the
Annual Member or Guest is liable for damages caused.
Golf clubs, equipment and any other property that belongs to Annual Members and Guests are not covered by KLGC insurance or
Management. Annual Members and Guests are advised to ensure they are adequately covered under their Homeowner’s insurance
policy to accommodate for the possible loss or theft of their golf equipment.
RESTRICTION, SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION
Any Annual Member who violates the Terms & Agreement and Rules & Regulations as defined in the Annual Member’s Policy Handbook
shall be subject to suspension and/or immediate revocation of his or her Annual Membership. All Annual Members found to be in
violation may be denied KLGC privileges. This denial of privileges may apply to one or more family Members in Management’s sole
and absolute discretion.
KLGC MANAGEMENT & NATURE OF MEMBERSHIP
Kings Links by the Sea Golf Course Ltd. (“KLGC”) is privately owned and operated. Annual Membership at KLGC is a privilege
being made available for the use and benefit of frequent players of golf. Annual Membership does not confer any ownership of KLGC
property or assets.
As the operator of KLGC, Management retains the right to decide all issues regarding operation and management of KLGC, including
but not limited to the booking of tee times and reservation of the golf course by groups and tournaments. Management reserves the
right to permit public green fee play at KLGC.
Management reserves the discretion to implement, revise, restrict or otherwise control all aspects of the sale and/or benefits or Annual
Membership and the privileges that Management grants holders of those Annual Memberships. Benefits or dues shall not change
during the annual contractual period of an Annual Membership. Management reserves the right to refuse the sale of an Annual
Membership to any person or party.
An Annual Member obtains a non equity, non participatory right to the use of KLGC and obtains no rights, benefits or responsibilities
with regard to the ownership or operation of KLGC or the Annual Membership other than those expressly stated with regard to the
benefits included in the Annual Membership Option(s) purchased and herein defined.
Mailing Address: 15350 56 Ave Surrey, BC V3S 5K7
Phone: (604) 952-0999
Fax: (604) 572-0711
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The Annual Member is the person obligated for payment of all fees, dues & fines. Annual Memberships are not transferable and not
refundable once the Playing Season has commenced.
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
Playing Privileges begin upon (1) Payment of the Annual Membership fees in full; (2) Acceptance of the Terms of Agreement; and (3)
Acceptance of the Rules & Regulations as herein defined.
Each Annual Member is entitled to benefits as defined by the selected Annual Membership Options and herein. Playing privileges are
provided during the current Season (Feb 1st to November 1st inclusive), subject to Management’s right to suspend or terminate Annual
Memberships as defined herein.
Only the individual Annual Member (and designated additional family member(s)) as here defined are entitled to the use of KLGC.
Use of KLGC is conditional upon the timely payment of all fees, deposits, dues and satisfaction of any obligation owed to KLGC.
All Annual Members in good standing are entitled to participate in all KLGC sponsored events.
KLGC PLAYING CATEGORIES
There are five categories of Annual Membership Options available:
Unlimited Individual: Players who selected to pay the Annual Membership Fee in full are not required to pay daily green fees, and
may access the golf course facilities any day of the week, barring any necessary closures, as determined by Management (for example,
maintenance, tournaments or the weather).
Restricted Unlimited Individual: Players who selected to pay the Annual Membership Fee in full are not required to pay daily green
fees, and may access the golf course facilities any Monday through Friday, excluding holidays and barring any necessary closures, as
determined by Management (for example, maintenance, tournaments or the weather). Restricted Unlimited Individual Members may
play on the weekends at the KLGC Player rate and bring guests and the guest rate.
12 Round Passholder: Consists of 12 single round passes valid any time.
20 Round Passholder: Consists of 20 single round passes valid any time.
Junior: Annual Members are between the ages of 12 and 18 years and have Unlimited Restricted playing privileges anytime on
weekdays, and may play after 3:00pm on Fridays, Weekends & Holidays. Younger players may join at the discretion of Management.
Junior members who pay the Annual Junior Fee in full are not required to pay daily green fees and may access the golf course facilities
during permissible hours, excluding holidays and barring necessary closures. Junior Members who play outside the tee time restrictions
must pay the Junior Green Fee rate that applies for that day.
* Members are entitled to one booking per day.
HOURS OF OPERATION
The golf course is open for play from Feb 1st to November 30th inclusive, barring any necessary closures. The hours of operation will
change at the sole discretion of KLGC. Operating hours will be extended to coincide with daylight hours and will be posted at the
Golf Shop.
Administration may be contacted through the Golf Shop at (604) 952-0999. Messages may be left during and beyond operating hours
at (604) 952-0999. Any membership inquires may be e-mailed to proshop@kingslinks.ca All fax communication will be made to (604)
572-0711. All mailing must be sent to:
Kings Links by the Sea Golf Course Ltd.
15350 56th Ave, Surrey BC
V3S 5K7
METHOD OF PAYMENT
Mailing Address: 15350 56 Ave Surrey, BC V3S 5K7
Phone: (604) 952-0999
Fax: (604) 572-0711
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All purchases made and services used by Annual Members and their Guests must be paid at point of sale by credit card, debit card or
cash. Credit cards accepted are Visa and MasterCard only. There will be NO “on account privileges.” Cheques will be accepted for
the Annual Membership fees only.
GUEST DEFINITIONS & RULES
All Guests must register in person at the Golf Shop before play begins or before using practice facilities. Annual Members are
responsible for the conduct and dress of their Guests while on the premises of the course & clubhouse areas. Annual Members must
accompany their Guests in a round of golf. Unaccompanied Guests will be charged the Adult green fee rate if the sponsoring Annual
Member does not tee off with the group. Guests do not have any member privileges at KLGC. Annual Members sponsoring a Guest
are responsible for any debt incurred and any damage to KLGC property caused by the Guest. Please refer to the 2016 Rate Sheet for
Guest green fee rates and permissible hours of play.
SERVICES
POWERCARTS
Powercarts are available for rent and must be reserved at time of booking. Operators must be 16 years of age or older and have a valid
driver’s license. Only two golfers and two sets of clubs are allowed per cart. Please use safe driving procedures and observe all signage,
stakes and markers used to guide carts.
HANDICAP RECORDS
A Handicap computer is available at the Clubhouse to assist Annual Members in logging on to the RCGA Handicap Network and keep
a record of their rounds of golf. In order to maintain an accurate handicap index it is required that golfers enter all games played (9
holes or 18), both at home and away. A valid handicap index is required to participate in KLGC Club events.
Please use the following guidelines to book tee times:
ANNUAL MEMBERS may book 14 days in advance. Unclaimed tee times are offered to the Public 5 days in advance with the
exception of Weekend & Holiday morning tee times up until 10 AM. When booking tee times, Annual Members are to advise if other
Annual Members, Guests or Juniors will be in the same group. Annual Members are requested to register their Guests’ names at time
of booking.
TOURNAMENTS & GROUP BOOKINGS
Groups and tournaments must be booked in advance. Please contact the Group & Tournament Coordinator at (604) 952-0999 for
information and booking details.
TEE TIME CANCELLATION POLICY
24 hours advance notice is required for cancellations and changes in tee times (except for emergencies, weather and illness). Failure to
do so will result in a cancellation fee of $25.00. It is the responsibility of the Annual Member who books the tee time to ensure
everyone in the group is aware of their tee time.
The purchase of Annual Membership at KLGC does not guarantee tee times on the golf course. The purchaser of an Annual
Membership is not entitled to or granted any rights with regard to access to specific tee times, other than the advance reservations
outlined on a tee time availability basis.
Management reserves the right to sell, advertise and promote KLGC in any manner. Management reserves the right to schedule,
conduct and/or authorize golf events that include non Annual Members. During such events, Annual Members may not be able to use
the facilities of KLGC.
Mailing Address: 15350 56 Ave Surrey, BC V3S 5K7
Phone: (604) 952-0999
Fax: (604) 572-0711
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STARTING RESTRICTIONS & REGISTRATION
All Annual Members and Guests must personally register in the Golf Shop before using the golf course facilities, and check in at least
15 minutes before your scheduled tee time. In the event of a Shotgun Start, 30 minutes before tee off would be preferable. No group
may commence play until all green fees are accounted for.
Annual Members are responsible for the conduct and dress code of their Guests while on the premises of the golf course and
clubhouse areas. Annual Members must accompany their Guests in a round of golf. Unaccompanied Guests will be charged the Adult
daily green fee rate if the sponsoring Annual Member does not tee off with the group.
No play may commence other than at the 1st tee without permission of the Golf Shop. Playing groups shall consist of no more than 4
players, unless Management allows otherwise.
CARE OF THE COURSE
Annual Members and Guests shall confine all practice activity to the designated practice areas, i.e. the driving range, practice putting
green and practice chipping area. USING THE GOLF COURSE AS A PRACTICE FACILITY IS PROHIBITED. On the putting
green, a player should carefully repair any ball marks or other visible damage. All players should be careful to not cause any damage to
the putting greens when handling the flagstick or removing a ball from the hole. Carry bags should be left a safe distance from the edge
of the putting green. Pull carts and powercarts should be kept 30 feet away from tees, greens and bunkers. Please do not direct pull
carts & powercarts between bunkers and greens. The course superintendent will advise when course conditions prohibit play or use of
motorized carts.
PACE OF PLAY
A round of golf at Kings Links by the Sea Golf Course Ltd. should be finished within 4 hours, 20 minutes. On busy days, singles,
twosomes and threesomes should not expect to be waived through by groups ahead of them. Slower playing groups must allow
following groups to play through when there is more than one open fairway in front of them. If a stop is made for an extended break
after 9 holes, the following group may overtake you without asking for permission. When searching for balls, please restrict your
search to the lost balls within the group. 5 minutes is allowed according to the RCGA Rules of Golf. Looking for balls other than in
your own group is prohibited.
DRESS CODE
Appropriate golf attire is required at all times on the golf course and in the clubhouse areas. Denim jeans or shorts, tennis shorts,
swimsuits, jogging clothes, camouflage and tank tops are not acceptable. Footwear with socks must be worn at all times.
LADIES: Golf shirts, tops with crew necks and sleeves, or sleeveless tops with collars must be worn. Tailored slacks and shorts,
Bermuda length shorts, skirts or tailored golf dresses no more than 6 inches above the knee are permitted. Suitable golf socks and
shoes must be worn on the golf course.
MEN: Collared or mock collared golf shirt with sleeves. Golf slacks must be worn – no denim jeans; shorts are permitted but must
be tailored. Tennis shorts, jogging or gym shorts are not permitted. Suitable golf socks and footwear must be worn at all times on the
golf course and the clubhouse area.
HOLE IN ONE INSURANCE
All Annual Members at Kings Links by the Sea Golf Course Ltd. are required to participate in the hole in one insurance program. The
assessment is $ 10.00 per person with a cash payout of $ 200.00 each time an Annual Member of our club scores an ace. Once the fund
is depleted, another assessment of $ 10.00 each will be made. Non Annual Members who make a hole in one at KLGC are not
included in this program.
Mailing Address: 15350 56 Ave Surrey, BC V3S 5K7
Phone: (604) 952-0999
Fax: (604) 572-0711
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RESTRICTION, SUPSENSION OR EXPULSION
Any Annual Member who violates the Annual Member’s Terms of Agreement and Rules & Regulations as defined herein shall be subject to
suspension and/or immediate revocation of his or her Annual Membership. All Annual Members found to be in violation may be
denied KLGC privileges.
RULES OF GOLF & ETIQUETTE
The Rules of Golf is approved by the RCGA in conjunction with the Local Rules, which appear on the scorecards and that are posted in
the Clubhouse shall apply.
Terms and conditions of the Rules & Regulations and the Annual Member’s Policy Handbook may be changed and/or amended as required by
Management.
Mailing Address: 15350 56 Ave Surrey, BC V3S 5K7
Phone: (604) 952-0999
Fax: (604) 572-0711