Cleveland Metroparks 2008 Academy of Golf Schedule

Adult Programs

Indoor Spring Training – 500 Series Get an early jump on the season ahead. These sessions are designed to help you take advantage of practice time before the weather breaks in the spring. You’ll have a game plan in place covering areas of your swing that need work for a better golf experience. A maximum of 10 participants per session. Call 440-942-2500 for more information.

Beginners - An Introduction to Golf – 200 Series
A hands-on four- and six-week series covering the basics of the full swing, chipping and putting. Basic golf terms, rules and etiquette are reviewed. Loaner equipment available. All participants completing the course will be provided a pass to a Cleveland Metroparks Par-3 course. A maximum of 7 students per class. Students in this class should be beginners to 25 handicap.

Father/Son Learn 'n' League - 200 - 300 Series This 5-week program is designed for a Father/son (son's age guidelines 10 - 14) to spend time together with instruction and practice (about an hour) followed by playing 9 holes. Each week a different part of the game will be featured. Program is not meant for raw beginners. Fee includes green fee. Call 216-641-1864 for more information.

Novice Golf Learn 'n' League - 200 - 300 Series This 6-week adult program combines instruction and practice (about an hour) followed by playing 9 holes (usually) in a supervised league setting. Each week a different part of the game will be featured. Program is meant for newer players, but not raw beginners. Fee includes green fee. Call 216-641-1864 for more information.

Beginners II This program is open to all "graduates" of the academy's "Beginners" program who would like to continue to learn the fundamentals of playing golf. This course will reinforce all of the basics and try to advance players along so they can be more confident playing the course. Call 216-641-1864 for more information.

The Golf Swing - The Fundamentals – 500 Series This hands-on clinic covers aspects of a solid, fundamental golf swing, including grip, set-up and swing. The class will provide general, fundamental and basic instruction useful for players of every skill level, gender and age. A maximum of 7 participants per session.

The Short Game - Pitching and Sand - 200/300 Series Learn the fundamentals and refine your skills around the green. You'll discover the similarities to pitching and green-side bunker shots. Discussion will also involve the variables of loft and lie that determine what is the best sand wedge for you. A maximum of 7 students in May and a maximum of 4 students in June.

The Short Game - Putting and Chipping – 500 Series This session reviews basics of successful "around the green shots." The class will provide general, fundamental and basic instruction that is useful for players of every skill level, gender and age. A maximum of 7 students per class.

The Short Game – Sand - 200/300 Series Covers the fundamentals of hitting effective sand shots. This course is for beginners up to intermediate golfers with 10 to 25 handicaps. A maximum of 4 participants per session. Call 216-641-1864 for more information.

The Golf Swing- Advanced Shotmaking - 300/400 Series Designed for players wanting to learn how to make shots fade or draw when needed. Also will cover how to control ball trajectroy for high and low shots. Shots from side hill lies along with uphill and downhill lies will be covered. Call 440-526-4285 for more information.

The Golf Swing - Hitting Woods - 200/300 Series Learn the fundamentals and refine skills. For players who have abandoned using their driver or struggle to use it well. This session will focus more on how to launch a ball with a driver and control its flight. Designed for golfers from beginning to 10 handicap. A maximum of 7 participants per class. Call 216-641-1864 for more information.

The Golf Swing - Hitting Woods Complete - 200/300 Series This two week program will cover all aspects of hitting woods from off the tee, in the fairway and rough. The first week will cover hitting your driver off the tee. The following week will cover how to hit fairway woods. Also covered will be the effectiveness of hybrids versus fairway woods. Call 440-526-4285 for more information.

The Golf Swing - Triangle Swing - 200/300 Series Learn the impact principles of the "Triangle Swing." This is a tried and true approach to fixing poor contact. These sessions are heavily drill based and geared for golfers who are having a hard time hitting the ball or not getting it airborne. Video tape analysis will be used to monitor each student's progress. Maximum 7 participants. Call 440-526-4285 for more information.

Novice Golf Learn 'n' League - 200 - 300 Series This 6-week adult program combines instruction and practice (about an hour) followed by playing 9 holes (usually) in a supervised league setting. Each week a different part of the game will be featured. Program is meant for newer players, but not raw beginners. Fee includes green fee and hand cart. Call 216-641-1864 for more information.

One Day Golf School – 300/400 Series A comprehensive, one-day program. Instruction in the morning includes full swing to sand shots along with putting and chipping. After a lunch break, receive on-course instruction while playing nine holes. This course is for intermediate or advance golfers with 0 to 25 handicaps. A maximum of 6 participants will be accepted. Fee includes drink break, lunch, nine holes and cart.

Bio Mechanic/Swing Fitness – 300/400 Series For avid golfers who want to take their game to the next level. Utilizing SkillTech 3D technology, your swing will be converted into a 3-D model and analyzed to measure the timing and acceleration of your hips, shoulders, arms and club along with any head movement. Based on the session’s findings you will be given specific exercises and swing drills to address recommended swing changes. You will receive an interactive CD with your 3-D swing, measurements and analysis on it. There are six appointments available each day. Call 440-526-4285 for more information.

Instant Golfer Just starting? Have no clubs, no balls, no golf bag, NO PROBLEM! When you register for any of the beginner clinics, just mention that you would like to become an “instant golfer” and an academy golf professional will fit you for a complete set of clubs the first week of your clinic and have them in you hands by week two. Package will include graphite shafted irons and woods, putter, bag, one dozen balls, tees and head covers for the woods. “Instant golfer” packages start at $350.

Private Golf Clinics Custom-designed 4-hour clinics includes use of driving range, chipping and putting areas and equipment use. Clinic topics include The Golf Swing - Driving for Distance, Women's Golf for Beginners, The Short Game - Sand. Designed for 6 - 8 individuals with like interests. Taught by PGA professionals with more than 20 years experience. $75 per person

Junior Programs

Indoor Spring Training – 200 - 300 Series Get an early jump on the season ahead by having your swing analyzed on video and get some putting and exercise tips. this session will give you a chance to start improving as soon as the season begins. Call 216-641-1864 for more information. Ages 12 - 17

Junior "Fun"damental Series Designed like our Adult Beginners classes, junior will get a chance to learn the basics, but have fun too. Full swing, putting and chipping will be covered by our best junior instructors. A maximum of 6 participants will be accepted. Call 216-641-1864 for more information. Ages 12 - 17

Junior Golf Learn -n-Leagues Registration starts April 5. Designed for the serious junior golfer, ages 10 - 15, with previous on course experience. Each week golfers will work on a specific part of the game and then will play nine holes of supervised golf. June 12 - July 17 is designed for older/more experienced golfers capable of playing the regulation course. Includes green fees. Call 216-641-1864 for more information.

Junior Clinics (Ages 6 - 17) Registration starts April 5. Fundamental instruction for entry level and beginner level junior golfers. Loaner clubs provided as needed. Call 216-641-1864 for more information.

One day "Super" clinic at Washington Golf Learning Center.

Three day clinics - a different fundamental is covered each day. A t-shirt and cap is provided to "graduates" of the program.

Junior Day Camp (Ages 8 - 17) This five day camp for young golfers will include instruction, etiquette, rules, playing and on-course experiences. Juniors should bring a packed lunch. Extended care is available for children arriving at 8 a.m. and staying until 5 p.m. A fee of $25 covers extended care for the entire week. Call 216-641-1864 for more information.