Lesson Programs

The Academy at Yankee Trace The Yankee Trace Professional Staff's approach to teaching students to play golf is to tailor their instruction and commit their experience and resources to meet the individual golfer's needs. By emphasizing sound fundamentals, we can enhance your strengths, improve your weaknesses, and make your golfing experiences enjoyable.    Golf Academy Programs Pre-Season Private Instructional Program Back by popular demand, this program consists of 6 private, individual golf lessons and is perfect for any golfer who wants to make major improvements during the spring to be ready to play their best golf in the summer.  The package includes private lessons, video analysis (seeing is believing), checking your clubs, flexible scheduling, and use of our indoor or outdoor facility during lessons.  Packages can be shared with friend.  Lessons need to be taken before June 1, 2009.  Only a limited number of spots are available, please don’t wait to sign up!  Call YT Director of Instruction Brad Smith at 937-776-0966 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for more details.  This program is a $360 value for only $200.  WOMEN ONLY CLASSES Get Golf Ready       **Brand New Golfer** Designed for those who have never played golf or have limited experience.  Comfortable and easygoing environment.  Learn proper etiquette and basic golf rules.  4 hours of instruction.  Start any time.  Bonus:  2 for 1 Green Fee certificate for every student. Call LPGA instructor Sally Kosters at 937-974-2168 for class details.  (May – September) Every Saturday    10:00a – 11:00a          $99 PARENT / CHILD CAMP New for 2010!  One hour of instruction followed by on course instruction and play.  Spend quality family time while learning the basics of the game in a fun and educational environment.  Includes five evenings of golf with cart.  Call PGA instructor Brad Smith at 937-776-0966 for camp details. July 19 – July 23      6:30p – 8:30p      $99 per person BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE CLINICS Our PGA and LPGA Golf Professionals will provide comprehensive instruction on all aspects of the game in a fun and productive class environment.  Each clinic is designed to offer maximum results at a great value.  4 hours of instruction.  Register at the Golf Shop – 937.438.4653.  Sign up early, classes fill up fast.  Bonus:  2 for 1 Green Fee certificate for every student. Beginner Clinics $99  **Maximum 6 Students** Monday Clinic I            4/19, 4/26, 5/03, 5/10               5:30p – 6:30p Monday Clinic II           5/03, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24               6:30p – 7:30p Wednes. Clinic I          5/19, 5/26, 6/02, 6/09               5:30p – 6:30p Wednes. Clinic II         6/02, 6/09, 6/16, 6/23               6:30p – 7:30p Monday Clinic III          7/05, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26               5:30p – 6:30p Monday Clinic IV         7/19, 7/26, 8/02, 8/09               6:30p – 7:30p Wednes. Clinic III         8/04, 8/11, 8/18, 8/25              5:30p – 6:30p Intermediate Clinics $99 **Maximum 6 Students** Tuesday Clinic I            4/20, 4/27, 5/04, 5/11            5:30p – 6:30p Thursday Clinic I           4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20            5:30p – 6:30p Tuesday Clinic II           5/04, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25            6:30p – 7:30p Thursday Clinic II          5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03            6:30p – 7:30p Tuesday Clinic III          5/18, 5/25, 6/01, 6/08            5:30p – 6:30p Thursday Clinic III         5/27, 6/03, 6/10, 6/17            5:30p – 6:30p Tuesday Clinic IV         6/01, 6/08, 6/15, 6/22            6:30p – 7:30p Thursday Clinic IV        6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/01            6:30p – 7:30p Tuesday Clinic V          7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/03            5:30p – 6:30p Thursday Clinic V         7/22, 7/29, 8/05, 8/12            5:30p – 6:30p Tuesday Clinic VI         7/27, 8/03, 8/10, 8/17            6:30p – 7:30p Thursday Clinic VI        8/05, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26            6:30p – 7:30p Drop In Clinics $25 each Drop in classes offer the perfect remedy if you need a tune-up or are looking for insight into a specific part of your game.  No reservations required.  Pay as you go and come to as many clinics as you like.  1 hour of instruction.  Schedule runs May – August.  Short Game Every Tuesday 7:30p – 8:30p Long Game Every Thursday 11:00a – 12:00p Women Only Every Saturday 9:00a– 10:00a Long Game Every Saturday 12:30p – 1:30p CREATE-A-CLINIC Gather at least two friends and we will customize a class exclusively for your group.  We will teach any aspect of the game that you would like to learn.  2 for 1 Green Fee certificate for every student. Call PGA instructor Brad Smith at 937-776-0966 for class details. (April – October) Any Day         One-hour             $30 per person   PRIVATE INSTRUCTION Half-hour adult lesson      $60 Half-hour junior lesson (ages 17 and under)   $35 Half-hour lesson series (Buy 3 Get 1 Free)  $180    One-hour semi-private lesson (2 Adults)  $45ea One-hour Playing Lesson (You finish the 9 hole-round) $110 Video Analysis provided upon request. Indoor Instruction available year-round. Professional Club Fitting – no charge with purchase. Expert Club Repair available.   Professional Staff Steven Marino, PGA Professional PGA Head Professional This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Matt Dulli, PGA Apprentice 1st Assistant Professional This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Brad Smith, PGA Professional PGA Director of Instruction This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Sally Kosters, LPGA Professional University of Dayton Golf Coach This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it