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2012 Golf Instruction General Info

The Penn State Golf Courses offers golf instructional programs to meet each individual's needs. Our expertly trained PGA professionals are dedicated to making golf more fun and enjoyable with current and comprehensive golf instruction. Whether you are a beginning, intermediate, or accomplished golfer, you will find our instruction is designed to assist you with achieving your greatest potential. Private or group instruction is available. Please contact a member of our golf professional staff to schedule your instructional needs.

PGA/LPGA Private Lesson (30 min)
$45
PGA/LPGA Private Lesson (30 min w/Video)
$55
Private Lesson w/Assistant Pro (30 min)
$40
Private Lesson w/Assistant Pro & Video
$50
Group Lesson (4 1hr sessions, min 4 golfers)
$110/golfer
Playing Lesson (6 holes)
$85/person
Clinic (1hr session, min 4 golfers)
$32/golfer
 Junior Lesson (16 Yrs. Old & Under for 30 min) $25
 2012 Penn State Instructional Golf Camp for Junior Golfers 
Camp 1 -  June 17-22 (Competitive Players Camp)
Camp 2 -  June 22-24 (Short Game Camp)*
Camp 3 -  June 24-29 (Instructional Camp)
Camp 4 -  July 1-6 (Competitive Players Camp)

The Penn State Instructional Golf Camps are designed for boys and girls entering grades five through twelve next fall. The camp will run Sunday through Friday. Campers are divided up according to age and experience. The camp is an overnight experience with camp sessions running sun up to sun down. Juniors are taught by top collegiate coaches and PGA teaching professionals. A wide variety of topics will be covered as well as the opportunity each day to play on the course. Room and board is included in the camp fee.

The Penn State Competitive Players Camps are special camps geared toward the competitive player entering grades eight through twelve who play to a 15 or under handicap. During the week, eighteen holes of golf will be played each day. Instruction will include course management, strategies, self-management skill for optimal performance, short game mastery, and full swing mastery. Lectures, demonstrations, and application will focus on the skills players need to take their game to the collegiate level.


For more information or to register, visit: www.psuSportCamps.org or call (814) 865-0561.

PSU Sport Camp 
Fee
$875

Commuter
$770





*PSU Short-Game Camp Fee
$400

Commuter
$360
2012 Tiger Golf Junior Program 

Ages 7-10 Meet from 4:00-5:00 PM
Ages 11-17 Meet from 5:30-6:30 PM

The Program Meets on Monday and Wednesday
Dates: July 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30, August 1
Rain Date(s):  August 6 & 8

“Tiger Golf” is an instructional program for juniors age 7-17, who are looking to learn skills of golf or further their abilities in the game. Students will be assigned to groups according to skill and age level. Students will be instructed on various skills including; putting, chipping, sand play and full swing. Rules, etiquette and course management will also be addressed.

For a Tiger Golf Application & Brochure, Please call the Golf Shop at (814)-863-0257 or email Joe Hughes, PGA General Manager/Head Golf Professional, at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

  Tiger Golf
Junior Program
Fee

$100
for all
 8 days 

2012 Penn State Evening Golf School Classes 

Evening classes will be offered throughout the summer for both new and experienced golfers. The instruction will cover all areas of the game; putting, short game , full-swing, and course management. Newcomers to golf will receive instruction tailored to their needs. Experienced players will receive instruction to enhance their skills. The classes are geared to assist the participants with what they want to learn, while providing a fun environment. 

Levels are offered based upon your skill and ability.

The price for each Evening Golf School is $110 for four hours of instruction.  Please see the dates & times each Level will be offered below:

*Students will be encouraged to work through the  levels throughout the summer. If a student has not participated in Level I but has experience with the basic skills of the game they may sign up for the Level II session.

LEVEL I "Cub School"
Students will develop an understanding of the game, rules and etiquette. Fundamental skills will be taught in regards to putting, chipping and full swing.

Level I "Cub School" meets on Mondays & Wednesdays for 1-hour sessions from 5:30PM-6:30PM.

School #1     MAY         14, 16, 21, 23   

School #2     JUNE        4, 6, 11, 13

School #3     JULY        9, 11, 16, 18

School #4    AUGUST    6, 8, 13, 15          


LEVEL II
"Coach School":  Students will continue to develop fundamental skills for swing in addition short game shots to include pitching and sand. Some on course play.

Level II "Coach School" meets on Tuesdays for 2-hour sessions from 5:30PM-7:30PM.

School #1     MAY        15, 22   

School #2     JUNE       5, 12

School #3     JULY        9, 11, 16, 18


If interested in registering for an evening golf school or to request more information, please contact Joe Hughes, PGA General Manager/Head Golf Professional at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 









 
Penn state Evening Golf School
Fee

$110
for each 
School
(Includes 4 Hours of instruction)
2012 Nittany Lion Golf Schools 

The golf schools provide an in depth look into your personal game, learning style and goals.  Instruction will include putting, short-game, full-swing with video analysis, on course instruction, and practice tips to enhance your skill level. 

The Lady Lion Golf School

The Lady Lion Golf School has been extended to accomodate requests for a longer program.  A special registration/reception will be added to get acquainted with staff and students.  The first day of instruction has been extended to a full day rather then a half day.  A golf school designed for women golfers looking to improve their game at any level.  We take new to experienced golfers and place you in the appropriate learning group.  The school will be taught by women professionals with several years of experience working with novice players, collegiate players, and tour professionals.

The Lady Lion Golf School Dates & Times: June 14-17, 2012
(Women ONLY)
Visit www.pennstategolfschools.com for more information.

The Nittany Lion Golf School

A golf school designed for both men and women golfers of all skill levels.  We will divide you into the appropriate learning group.  Instruction will be taught by PGA and LPGA profressionals with several years of experience teaching new golfers, collegiate players, and tour professionals.  We will use both on and off course teaching to provide you the feedback to improve your skills and enjoy the great game of golf!

The Nittany Lion Golf School Dates & Times:  June 7-10, 2012 (Men & Women)

Visit www.pennstategolfschools.com for more information.

If interested in registering for the Lady Lion or Nittany Lion Golf Schools, please contact Penn State Women's Golf Coach Denise St. Pierre at (814) 863-2396 or email her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Lady Lion Golf School Fee

$750.00







Nittany Lion Golf School Fee

$750.00

For more information on any of our golf instruction programs, please call (814)-863-0254 or email Joe Hughes, PGA General Manager at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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