Golf Programs

The Men’s Golf Association is open to all male golf members and provides an additional level of competition throughout the golf season. Competitions with varying formats are regularly scheduled and Pro Shop credits are awarded to the winners. The MGA awards a Player of the Year at the conclusion of golf season. 

The Senior Men’s Golf Association is available for all male golf members who are at least 50 years old. The Senior Men’s Golf Association participates in the Capital Area Senior Men’s Golf Association (CASMGA) and in interclub events with other clubs in the Five-County Senior Men’s Golf Association. In addition, there are season-long handicap improvement competitions, as well as a Senior Club Championship and Senior Tartan Tournament.

The Ladies Golf Association is a great opportunity for all female golf members to get together for events, both competitive and social. Ladies can play in 9- or 18-hole groups, depending on their skill and interest levels. Various events throughout the season include shotgun tournaments, clinics, member-guest events, as well as interclubs. Prizes awarded at the end of the season include Player of the Year, Most Improved, and more. 

MacGregor Downs Country Club offers a comprehensive, year-round lineup of instructional programs tailored to golfers of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're picking up a club for the first time or refining your game for competition, our structured programs are designed to build confidence, improve technique, and foster a lifelong love for the game.

From beginner clinics to elite player development, our experienced coaching staff is dedicated to long-term growth and enjoyment for every golfer. Signature programs include:

Operation 36 Golf Academy

PGA Junior League
Private Lessons
Seasonal Junior Camps
Club Championships
Parent-Child Events

These programs bring families together and help golfers reach their full potential—on and off the course.

Operation 36 Junior Golf Academy

In 2015, MacGregor Downs became one of three Operation 36 Corporate Golf Academy locations in the Triangle. The Operation 36 Golf program is the most effective developmental program and technology to introduce and guide anyone in playing the game. Created by local North Carolina golf pros, Ryan Dailey and Matt Reagan, Operation 36 is currently being run at over 720 facilities around the world in 19 different countries. Programs consist of 9-hole events run by the Operation 36 Coaching staff and weekly classes to help students progress through the 6-level curriculum. Operation 36 programs are available year-round for juniors, ladies, and men.
 

Led By:
Andrew Kiger, PGA – Director of Instruction
Matthew Palmer, PGA – Lead Teaching Professional

Both instructors oversee all aspects of Operation 36 programming, from weekly classes and matches to private coaching and progress tracking.