Korineum Golf & Country Club | Statutes & Rules

Title I - Objects, Domicile

Article 1 - Korineum Golf and Country Club carries out its activities within the area known as Esentepe.

Article 2 - The Club''s activities will be governed by these statutes and club rules defined by the Management. The mandatory golf rules are based on those of the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, the P. G. A of Great Britain & Ireland and Golf Federations of Europe.

Article 3 - The Club''s domicile is in Esentepe in the district of Girne in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC).

Title II - Types of Membership

Article 4 - Membership will be subject to the completion of the application form, payment of the joining and subscription fees and approval by the management of the Korineum Golf & Country Club at its sole discretion. Korineum Golf & Country Club reserves the right to refuse admission or membership.

Acceptance or non-acceptance of the applicant will be binding and no justification will be given in the case of non-acceptance.
Membership may be: Honorary, Diamond, Full 7 and 5 day, Family, Junior, Corporate, Academy, Junior Academy and Leisure.

Article 5 - Honorary Membership:
Honorary Members are those persons or organizations who are conferred this status by the decision of the Management on the grounds of personal merit or services rendered to the Club. Honorary Members are exempt from payment of any Golf fees and will receive 15% Discount from the price of the Club facilities.

Article 6 - Diamond Membership:
Diamond Members are entitled to unlimited golf on both the 18-hole course and the 3-hole Academy course. Each member will receive a maximum of 7500 range balls per year. Diamond Members shall receive a 10 % Discount from the Bar/Restaurant Facilities and Pro-Shop goods.

Article 7 - Full Membership (7-Day):
Full Members are entitled to a maximum of 110 rounds of golf on the 18-hole golf course per annum. Members of this category shall also receive 10 % discount from Bar/Restaurant facilities and Pro-Shop goods.

Article 8 - 5-Day Membership (Monday to Friday):
5-Day Members are entitled to a maximum of 95 rounds of golf on the 18-hole course per annum and shall receive 10 % discount from the Bar/Restaurant facilities and Pro-Shop goods.

Article 9 - Family Membership:
Family Membership shall be a minimum of 2 playing Members of which at least 1 parent must be present. Each parent shall be entitled to maximum of 100 rounds. Family Membership as a whole shall be entitled to 200 rounds of golf on the 18-hole course per annum and shall receive 10% discount from the Bar/Restaurant facilities and Pro-Shop goods.

Article 10 - Junior Membership:
Junior Members (under 16), are entitled to a maximum of 60 rounds of golf on the 18-hole golf course per annum and shall be entitled to 10 % discount from the Bar/Restaurant facilities and Pro-Shop goods.

Article 11 - Corporate Membership:
Corporate Membership consists of 2 named card holders and 2 wild card holders. The wild card holder enjoys the same Member rights and privileges as the named Members on the day that they play. This membership shall include a maximum total of 350 rounds of golf on the 18-hole course per annum, and a 10 % discount on the Bar/Restaurant facilities and Pro-Shop goods.

Article 12 - Academy Membership:
Academy Members are entitled to a maximum of 90 Academy rounds per annum and shall be entitled to 10 % discount from the Bar/Restaurant facilities and Pro-Shop goods.

Article 13 - Junior Academy Membership:
Junior Academy Members (under 16), are entitled to a maximum of 50 Academy rounds per annum and shall be entitled to 10 % discount from the Bar/Restaurant facilities and Pro-Shop goods.

Article 14 - Leisure Membership:
Leisure Members are entitled to free use of the fitness room with 12 training sessions accompanied by a fitness instructor per year. Leisure Members shall also receive a 10% discount on the Sauna, Spa, Hairdresser and Bar/Restaurant Facilities.

Title III - Loss of Membership Status

Article 15 - The status of Membership will be withdrawn for the following reasons:

1. Written resignation or death of the Member.
2. Non payment of annual dues after notification to that effect.
3. Expulsion from another golf club by virtue of a decision adopted in formal proceedings.
4. A very serious offence as defined in Title VI of these statutes which is penalized with expulsion in virtue of a decision adopted to this effect.

Title IV - Rights and Obligations of the Members

Article 16 - Members have the following rights:

a. Preferential use of all Club installations
b. Free written expression of his or her views to the management.
c. The right to stand for election and be elected to the Captaincy/Lady Captaincy of the Club (this excludes Honorary Members, Academy Members, Junior and Leisure Members).

Article 17 - All Members are obliged to:

a. Comply and obey all the Statutes and Club Rules as well as the decisions of the Management/Membership Office.
b. Pay all established fees and levies, both Ordinary and Extraordinary.
c. Use the Club Installations with care and respect.
d. Afford care and respect to other users at all times.
e. Respect and obey all the rules governing the Club and the game of golf established by the club, the TRNC Golf Federation, the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, P. G. A of Great Britain & Ireland and Golf Federations of Europe.

Article 18 - Members must inform the Club in writing of their address and any change that may occur thereto. The Club will correctly make the necessary amendments to its records upon receipt of any changes. All notifications made by the Club which have been sent to the last address given by the member will be considered valid.

Title V - Governing and Representative Units

Article 19 - The Club President:
The Club President is the highest officer of the Club, competent to decide on any matter submitted, and in particular:

a. Modification of the Club Statutes,
b. Approval of budgets, entrance fees, complimentary fees, ordinary and extraordinary membership dues, playing fees and levies to be charged to members and non members, and
c. Extraordinary construction works of the Club.

Article 20 - The General Manager:
The General Manager is responsible of the daily management of the Golf facilities, and in particular:
a. To provide general management of the facilities,
b. To promote and improve the services and activities of the Korineum Golf & Country Club,
c. To exercise the disciplinary faculty relating to the members and club staff and to impose appropriate sanctions if necessary,
d. To draw up the club rules, approve and modify them with the power to expand or adjust any of the existing Statutes, Rules and Regulations,
e. To regulate the use of the Golf Course and Club Facilities, being able to establish certain restrictions for their use, generally or with regard to membership categories, and
f. To employ and dismiss Club employees of the Korineum Golf & Country Club.

Article 21 - The Head Professional:
The Head Professional is responsible for all activities regarding the golf activities, and in particular:
a. To organise and control all golf club activities for the Korineum Golf & Country Club,
b. To advise the disciplinary faculty relating to the members and relevant staff,
c. To establish the rules and format for all competitions and organise the competition calendar,
d. To supervise the use of the Golf Course and Club Facilities, being able to advise restrictions for their use, generally or with regard to membership categories,
e. To run and manage the Pro-Shop, and its activities,
f. To ensure effective management of the Tee Times and
g. To advise Course and Academy hours.

Article 22 - The Disciplinary Committee consists of:
The Club Vice President
The General Manager
The Head Professional
The Membership Representative
The Captain
The Lady Captain
One elected member chosen by the Captain and Lady Captain

The Committee will meet as often as the Club Vice President or his/her substitute convenes the Committee. All decisions will be made by a majority of votes of those present with the Vice President having the casting vote.

Article 23 - Honorary President of the Club:
He/she will represent the Club and enhance its image and reputation on a positive basis.

Article 24 - The Captain and Lady Captain: Definition:
While the Captaincy is a non-executive position, the Captains'' involvement in promoting golfing and social events is paramount to the success of their appointments. As elected spokespersons for the members they will participate in regular meetings with the Club Management to exchange information and discuss problems and how best to resolve them.

The Captains are democratically elected members representatives for the Captaincy period and must spend at least 8 months per year in TRNC in order to be eligible as candidates. The Captains are responsible for development and organization of inter club competitions and social events which contribute to and enhance the status of Korineum Golf and Country Club. Reserving the golf course for matches is subject to availability and the approval of the Head Professional.

Each Captain will run his/her own Captain''s day. The course will be reserved in the same way as any other member''s competition and tee times will be reserved in the same way as any other member''s competition, and tee times will be reserved as required by him/her. These competitions will be financed in the same way as any other competition and not subsidized. Form of play and any other details pertaining to the structure of the events are at the entire discretion of the Captain/Lady Captain.

Article 25 - Uniform:
Each Captain will be provided with a Captain''s blazer.

Article 26 - Vice-Captain:
Each Captain will choose his/her Vice-Captain, who will generally be present at competitions in the absence of the Captain/Lady Captain. The Vice-Captains have no special rights to taking over the Captaincy when their term runs out but may put themselves forward as candidates at any time, as can any other member.

Article 27 - Election:
The Club Captains will be elected on a yearly basis, on 31st March. The new Captain''s year will begin officially on that date. The candidates are to be forwarded to the Head Professional by 31st January each year and the voting process will begin 15 days later. During the year of Captaincy, the current Captains may present themselves for re-election. The maximum consecutive term is 3 years. Voting is by ballot paper and ballot box. Members who are eligible to vote and are not able can appoint a representative by giving power of attorney to another member.

Article 28 - Members Tee Times:
Member''s Tee Times shall be reserved from 10. 00-11. 30 and 13. 00-14. 30 (Winter Season) and 09. 00-10. 30 and 15. 00-16. 30 (Summer Season) all week (7 days). Reservation must be made in advance.
Diamond members who wish to play outside of Member''s Tee Times must make a reservation at least 24 hours before the desired Tee Time which will be subject to availability according to seasonal variations.

Article 29: Playing Seasons:
Winter Season is from 1st November -31st May
Summer Season is from 1st June - 31st October

Title VI - Disciplinary Regulations

Article 30 - The following are Minor Offences:

1. Neglect in the use of the golf course and Club''s installations, equipment and furniture.
2. Lack of respect and consideration towards other Members and Club staff.
3. Instigation of and participation in arguments which may harm the order of the Club.
4. Any other minor offence provided for the Disciplinary Rules of the TRNC Golf federation or in other applicable rules.

The sanctions for Minor Offences are the following:

a. Verbal warning.
b. Written warning.
c. Suspension of Member''s rights for a period defined by the Directorship/Management.

Article 31: - The following are Serious Offences:

1. Non-compliance with the rules contained in the Statutes or Club Rules.
2. Reoccurrence of minor offences provided that these have been given prior sanction within the last six months.
3. Verbal or physical abuse towards Members or Club staff.
4. The instigations of arguments which disturb the order of the Club.
5. Intentional damage to the golf course and Club''s furniture, belongings or material.
6. Delay in payment of Ordinary or Extraordinary dues for a period not exceeding two months after the date due for payment.
7. Any other serious offence as provided for in the Disciplinary Rules of the TRNC Golf Federation.

The sanctions for Serious Offences will be:

a. Public warning by posting on the Club''s notice board of the offence and the name of the infringer.
b. Suspension of Member''s rights for a period of not less than 15 days.

Article 32 - The following are Very Serious Offences:

1. Reocurrence of Serious Offences taking into consideration that there has been a previous sanction, less than twelve months beforehand.
2. Verbal or physical abuse towards the President or any member of the Management of the Club.
3. Committing any offence or misdemeanor within the Club installations.
4. Committing any deed which may harm the Club''s decorum or dignity.
5. Any other Very Serious Offence as provided for in the Disciplinary Rules of the TRNC Golf Federation.

Sanctions for Very Serious Offences are the following:

a. Suspension of membership rights for a period of time between one and three years.
b. Expulsion from the Club.

Non payment of the Extraordinary or Ordinary dues will also be considered a Very Serious Offence if, after a two month delay in payment, and having received notification to effect payment, it is not made within fifteen days following receipt of the notification.

Rules

Article 1 - Teaching Professionals:
Teaching Professionals employed by the Club are entrusted with the task of teaching golf, including the rules of the game and etiquette. The costs of their services to members and non-members are available at the Academy, Pro-Shop and membership office.

Article 2 - Custody of Equipment:
There is no storage within the Caddy Master''s facility for the clubs of Members but members can use the lockers provided in the changing rooms free of charge. For the outside visitors, published rates for this service are available in the Pro-Shop or membership office.

Article 3 - Property of Members:
The property of Members, guests and visitors entrusted to any member of staff for safe keeping or any other purpose, or left on the Club''s premises, shall be at the sole risk of the Member, guest or visitor. The Club disclaims any responsibility for the loss of, or damage to such property.

Article 4 -Course Marshall and Starter:
The Course Marshall and Starter shall be entrusted with the following tasks:

a. To inform Members and players of everything related to the game including the pace of play, compliance of etiquette rules and the enforcement of the dress code.
b. To monitor the tee times of players and ensure that playing schedules are complied with at all times and act as the official starter.
c. To control the game and the condition of the course at all times. In consultation with the Head Professional, cessation or suspension of play will be determined in the event of adverse weather conditions such as heavy rainfall or lightening.

Article 5 - Surveillance and Security:
All Members and their guests and all other players are obligated to accept the following conditions relating to Club surveillance and security:

a. All Members must place the Club Membership bag tag in a visible position on their bags.
b. Non Members must show, if requested, the payment voucher for their green fees.
c. All players must comply with any request regarding playing fluency or maintenance of the golf course, as well as compliance with etiquette rules.

Article 6 - Suggestions and Comments:
Suggestions and comments shall be made in writing and addressed to the Club Manager or Membership office. The Management reserves the right and has full discretion with regards to response.

Article 7 - Handicap Certificates:
All players must carry a Handicap Certificate or a Certificate issued by a recognised Golfing Association or Federation.
Handicap Limits - Men 28 and Ladies 36

Article 8 - Animals and Noise:
Members and visitors are prohibited from bringing dogs and other domestic pets on to the course. All electronic devices such as mobile phones which make noise and interfere with play are forbidden on the course.

Article 9 - Consideration for other Players:
The players should respect each other and behave respectfully. No arguments amongst players should take part on the course. Any disagreement must be reported to the Head Professional or Marshall.

No one should move, talk or stand close to or directly behind the ball or the hole when a player is addressing the ball or making a stroke.

Article 10 - Pace of Play:
Players should play without delay. Players searching for a ball should signal the players behind them to pass as soon as it becomes apparent that the ball will not be easily found. They should not search for five minutes before doing so. They should not continue play until the players following them have passed and are out of range.

Any group not proceeding at the speed of the course must allow the players behind play through as soon as it is practicable.
When the play of a hole has been completed players should immediately leave the putting green.

If a match fails to keep its place on the course and loses more than one clear hole on the players in front it should invite the match following to pass through.

The Starter or Course Marshall has the right to direct certain players to play from forward tees if they do not demonstrate the stipulated level of play.

Article 11 - Care of the Course:
Before leaving a bunker a player should use one of the rakes to fill and smooth over all holes and footprints made by him/her.

Players must replace divots at all times.

Players must repair pitch marks at all times.

Through the green, a player should ensure that any turf cut or displaced by him/her is replaced immediately and pressed down. Damage to the putting green made by a ball must be repaired with care.

Article 12 - Play:
Head Professional, Official Starter or Course Marshall have the right to ask any player to leave the course who in their opinion does not demonstrate the minimum standard of play or who does not observe either the etiquette or rules of golf.

Members, their guests and all visitors must not retrieve balls other than their own from any lake.

As a general rule, fourballs should give way to foursomes, threeballs and twoballs.

During busy periods Members are requested to play in fourballs only.

No more than fourballs are permitted.

Playing with practice balls is prohibited.
Members can only play with one ball at any time and at no time can they practice on the course.

Golf shoes with soft spikes must be worn at all times on the course. No other type of shoe is permitted.

Each player shall have his/her own set of Golf Clubs and no sharing is permitted.

Any player who is considered to have drunk an excess amount of alcohol will not be permitted to play.

Members'' reserved Tee Times are clearly outlined in the Golf Reservations System. Non members will not be able to use these times without the personal consent of the Head Professional or the professional teaching staff.

Article 13 - Starting Times:
Starting times are at 10 minute intervals made up in groups of fourballs. Players booking two and threeballs may therefore be expected to be paired up with another group.

Article 14 - Golf Buggies:
Golf Buggies must remain on the buggy paths and must strictly follow the signage on the course. They may not be driven onto the roped off areas. It is at the Head Professional discretion as to whether buggies are allowed on fairways and rough at any given time. If allowed, the 90 degree rule will apply. Drivers should be a minimum of 16 years of age.

In order to speed up play golf buggies and trolleys should be left at the exit from the green or adjacent to the next Tee whenever possible.

Article 15 - Clubhouse:
Dress Code: The Head Professional and Club Management have the authority to decide if a player is suitably dressed or not. Players not wearing the appropriate attire will be respectfully requested to comply with the high standards of Korineum Golf and Country Club. The following code applies:

Trousers must not be made of denim material; tracksuits, tennis and other leisure wear are not permitted.

Shorts must be tailored.

Men''s shirts must have collars, long or short sleeves and must be worn inside the trousers at all times. Football and rugby style polo shirts are not considered golf dress.
Ladies T-shirts without a collar must have sleeves. Ladies T-shirts with a collar may be sleeveless.

Metal spiked shoes are not permitted anywhere within the golf and country club. No exception will be made for shoes with non-removable spikes. Soft spikes must be worn and shoes must be of a recognized golf brand. Tennis shoes, trainers and hiking shoes are not considered golf dress.

Members are responsible for advising their guests of the Dress Code.

Failure to comply with any of these regulations will result in players being asked to leave the course.

Article 16 - Guests and Green Fee Visitors:
Green fee visitors will be permitted to book starting times daily except any dates specified as being for Members only. There is no limit to the number of rounds that may be played in any one year at the full green fee rate.

A member may not sign in a guest with whom he or she is not personally acquainted.

Members are ultimately responsible for the payment of the Members unaccompanied guest''s fee.

Article 17 - Annual Dues:
Annual dues must be paid not later than 31st January each year.

Any Members not paying his/her annual dues by January 31st will receive a surcharge of 20%.

Any Member who still has not paid his/her dues by 1st April will cease to be a Member of the Club.