Higher Learning, Better Scores: Golf University and The David Leadbetter Golf Academy Come to Stratton
Stratton Mountain, VT – Stratton Mountain Resort, best known for its world class skiing and riding during the winter months is gearing up for a summer dedicated to higher learning. This summer, Stratton's Golf University is proud to welcome the David Leadbetter Golf Academy for four, 5- day "Junior Summer Swing" camps and four, 2-day mini-schools for adults. "We are extremely excited to work with such a well respected golf institution in the name of bringing the best possible programming and value to our guests here at the resort" said Stratton Vice President of Clubs, Rob Aubin. Stratton's 27-hole championship course has played host to six LPGA tournaments and will open May 21.
Stratton Golf University
Stratton's Golf University, founded in 1969 by golf legend Arnold Palmer, is back for another season of helping individuals improve their game and lower their scores.
Golf University is situated on 22 acres in the heart of the beautiful southern Green Mountains of Vermont, and is taught by certified PGA and LPGA instructors focused on giving individualized instruction to each and every student. Golf University's comprehensive teaching facility allows participants to simulate every shot in the game from uphill to sidehill, sand to troubleshot and also includes access to the Stratton golf course. Golf University Core Sessions begin when the course opens on May 21.
A Golf University Session (2 & 3 days) includes:
- Six hours of daily customized instruction
- Low student-to-professional ratio
- Video swing analysis
- Customized CD with comments and drills
- Comprehensive instruction book
- Breakfast and lunch daily
- Access to the Sports Center
- Shuttle service to and from the resort
- Welcome Party and Gift
Programs and Specialty Electives:
- Play with a Pro: Individualized instruction custom tailored to the student's desires.
- Half Day Tune Up: Every Friday and Sunday starting July 10.
- One Day Specialty: Thursdays and Fridays starting July 13.
- Corporate Golf: Call to reserve.
- Family Golf: Thursday- Sundays, July 9 to August 30.
- Junior Golf: For aspiring golfers age 7-12. 3 Day(July 20-22) 2 Day(July 25-26).
- Thursday Night Junior Golf Clinic Series: Five 90 minute sessions held June 11- July 9 and July 16- August 13.
David Leadbetter Golf Academy
Delivering a philosophy that is flexible to golfers of every possible level, from complete beginner to tour professional, the David Leadbetter Golf Academy offers first-rate golf instruction and first class service to every standard of golfer.
Junior Summer Swing
Open to golfers ages 12-18, from beginners to experienced golfers, these exciting week long summer programs offer the most unique and effective training methods taught anywhere in the world.
Program Dates: July 12-17, July 19-24, July 26-31, Aug. 2-7.
Two Day Mini School
An extremely popular program for those who are interested in receiving instruction on both their full swing and their short game, Mini School makes the most of your golf game with six complete hours of instruction. Four students per session.
Program Dates: July 18-19, July 25-26, August 1-2, August 8-9
Golf University participants will receive 20% off their lodging.
Visit www.stratton.com for more information or call 1.800.STRATTON to book a session.
