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Contact Information:
The Meadows

4645 West Campus Dr.
Allendale, Michigan 49401
(616) 895-1000

meadows@gvsu.edu

The Golf Academy

Instruction Schedule

Private Instruction and Instructors

The Golf Academy at The Meadows is proud to offer innovative and personalized instruction by Professionals dedicated exclusively to teaching. Our instructors are eager to accommodate your busy schedule. Each session is 50 minutes long. Video feedback is utilized for each lesson. The unique layout of our practice facility allows us to to tailor your program to best fit your needs, Our teaching philosophy is based on the fact that golf is an individual sport played uniquely by each person. We will assist each student in identifying and reaching their personal goals.

Academy Teaching Professionals

Don Underwood
underwod@gvsu.edu
PGA Golf Professional
Head Men's Golf Coach

Lori Stinson
stinsonl@gvsu.edu
PGA/LPGA Golf Professional
Head Women's Golf Coach

One session - $65.00
Three sessions - $160.00

Byde Kephart
kepharby@gvsu.edu

Teaching Professional
Assistant Men's Golf Coach

One session - $65.00
Three sessions - $160.00
Five sessions - $250.00


Scott Dowling
889-8682, 895-1001

One session (50 minutes) - $90.00
Call for Junior rate!

Five sessions - $400.00

Group Instruction
50 Minute Sessions
2 people - $45.00 each
3 people - $35.00 each

Golf Fitness Evaluations (with workout program)
$125.00 each
Follow-Up (Re-Evaluation)
$50.00 each

Call (616) 895-1001 to set up an appointment for lower scores.

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Junior Player Series

This is a three hour series for the junior player that is trying to improve on the fundamentals and techniques of the game either for competitive reasons or just the enjoyment of the game.  Our instructors will work with each individual to develop a player improvement plan that can cover all aspects of the game.  In addition we will use the golf academies unique two-hole practice course to help emphasize the importance of etiquette, the rules of the game, and course management.  Video analysis equipment will also be used with each participant.  the three-hour time block man be divided into two 1-1/2 hour sessions or three 1 hour sessions depending on what works best for the student.

Ages 11 - 17 years old

Individual -
$135.00
Two Juniors -
$100.00 each
($200.00 total)
Three Juniors -
$80.00 each
($240.00 total)

Call (616) 895-1001 to schedule a session or for more information

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Short Game School - The Scoring Seminar

Did you know, regardless of your handicap, that over 60% of your total score is composed of shots made within 100 yards of the green? Yet so often golfers practice and take lessons in only their full swing. The quickest way for any golfer to reduce their score is to improve their short game. At The Golf Academy, we utilize our state-of-the-art practice facility to isolate and improve shot-making techniques on and around the green. Our instructors will introduce score reducing improvements in your style of putting, chipping, pitching and bunker play. We will offer practice strategies, drills and games to make your short game practice more productive and fun. Commit to lower scores this season by improving your short game.

1 Day Schools

Weekend
Saturday, May 10
Saturday, June 21
Saturday, July 19

9:00 a.m. - Noon
Fee - $99
4:1 Student/Teacher Ratio

Wednesday, May 21
Tuesday, June 10
Thursday, July 10
5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Fee - $79

Call (616) 895-1001 for reservations or for more information

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Customized Group Instruction

The Golf Academy at The Meadows encourages golfers of all abilities to improve their skills and maximize their enjoyment of the game. The Academy's PGA/LPGA instructors will develop specific instructional packages based on the needs of your group. Single lessons, a series of lessons, a short game clinic or a playing lesson can all be designed for you and your friends, your foursome or your organization. Clinics and exhibitions are also available for fund raisers or to complement a business gathering. 

2 Golfers/One hour - $80.00
3 Golfers/One hour - $90.00
4 Golfers/One hour - $100.00

Call (616) 895-1001 for reservations or for more information

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Weekend & Evening Mini Camps

Our instructors will cover every shot from tee to green. Our low student to teacher ratio insures much individual attention. Additionally, you will receive instruction in the " how to's" of playing golf on our practice holes. Finally, we will make sure you leave feeling confident about the written and the unwritten rules of golf etiquette. Mini camps are our most popular and successful programs. Sign up for a convenient evening or weekend session and begin to ENJOY golf this season.

Weekend Camps
Saturday, April 26
Saturday, May 24
Saturday, Jult 12
9:00 a.m. - Noon
Fee - $99
4:1 Student/Teacher Ratio

Weekday Evening Camps
Tuesday, May 27
Monday, June 9
Thursday, July 24
5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Fee - $79
4:1 Student/Teacher Ratio

Call (616) 895-1001 for reservations
 or for more information

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Junior Golf Program
Golf Game of Laughs & Fun

The focus of the Junior Golf Program is for the young people to have FUN while they learn about the great game of GOLF!!!!

The Junior Golf Program will expose the young people to all of the aspects of the game of golf! The instructional days will consist of six stations and include: putting, chipping, pitching, full-swing, bunker, and the FUN station!

July 21- 25
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.
Ages 6 - 10
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Ages 11 - 15 
Fee - $140
($125 for GVSU Staff)
(Registration Deadline: July 14, 2008, $25 Late Fee)

Junior Golf Program
Schedule of Events

July 21 Registration, Group Meetings,
Introduction, Begin stations.
July 22 Station Work
July 23 Station Work
July 24 Station Work, Play Practice Holes
July 25 Family Scramble
(Time - TBA)
(Fee for scramble - FREE for juniors
(included in entry), $35 per parent/adult)

Family Scramble

The family scramble will give you the opportunity to play with your son or daughter and see how much they have improved! The alternate shot/scramble event will consist of 9 holes. We will conclude with a luncheon and the program awards.

The cost is $35 per adult and includes golf, cart, and lunch at The Meadows!

Cost of camp includes: t-shirt, golf instruction, Family Scramble day for participants including; golf, cart, lunch, and awards.

*NOTE - Junior Golf Program attendees - if you are signing up on-line, please include age, t-shirt size and experience in the comments section.

Camp Brochure in PDF format

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All Sports Camp

A program whereby young kids are introduced to the fun of various sports! This day camp is designed to expose each child to a fun/game type of learning structure. A GVSU student-athlete will supervise each sport. Soccer, track & field, golf, tennis, basketball, and baseball will be some of the sports that the participant will be exposed to. This camp is for boys and girls grades 1st - 8th..

July 7- 10

Fee - $165
($140 for GVSU Staff)
(Registration Deadline: July 3, 2008, $25 Late Fee)

Sample daily schedule:  
8:45 AM arrive at GVSU Fieldhouse Arena to check-in.
9:00 AM-10:00 AM Session 1
10:00 AM-11:00 AM Session 2
11:00 AM-Noon Session 3
Noon - 12:30 PM Lunch (Provide your own)
12:30 PM-1:00 PM Visit with athletes
1:00 PM-2:00 PM Session 4
2:00 PM-3:00 PM Session 5
3:00 PM Pick-up camper at the Fieldhouse
  • Snacks will be privided in the morning/afternoon

  • Activities will be planned and may change depending on the number of campers there are and the weather.

Attire: Make sure the child is dressed in athletic clothing with running shoes or tennis shoes. Bring a swimsuit and towels for the pool. Make sure your child brings enough clothes for the entire day.

Camp Brochure in PDF format