Phil Ritson – Mel Sole Golf School – South Carolina
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Myrtle Beach area golf school is for golfers of all ages and abilities, and operates year round. Our host golf course is Pawleys Plantation, an award-winning Jack Nicklaus Signature design, set among the salt marshes and giant live oaks of the Carolina low-country in Pawleys Island. Included with the 3-day schools is a program on the mental aspects of golf, developed by one of the leading sports psychologists, which has had exciting results for our students. We use the latest in computerized teaching equipment to diagnose swing problems and to monitor results. Your personal take-home drill tape or DVD is provided for follow-up practice. Each morning instruction takes place at the practice center from 9am to 12:30pm. The afternoon is your free time to play, practice your drills, sightsee, or just relax. If you’re unable to attend a morning class, we can schedule your instruction from 1:30pm to 5pm, subject to availability.
Golf Course
The award winning 18-hole, Jack Nicklaus signature golf course is the centerpiece of Pawleys Plantation’s golf amenities. The par 72 layout winds through hardwood and pine forests, and along the saltwater marsh dividing Pawleys Island from the mainland. The front nine of Pawleys Plantation features tree-lined fairways and beautiful lakes, while the back nine delivers spectacular views of the salt marsh from six different holes. The course has five sets of tees to challenge all levels.
Course Stats
• Championship: 72 par, 7026 yards, 140 slope, USGA 74.80
• Middle: 72 par, 6522 yards, 133 slope, USGA 71.90
• Forward: 72 par, 5029 yards, 124 slope, USGA 70.50
• Other: 72 par, 5564 yards, 118 slope, USGA 67.20
Mel Sole
Mel Sole : “Top Teacher in the USA” by GOLF Magazine (February ’05 issue).
Former South African PGA Tour player Mel Sole is regarded by Phil Ritson as “possibly the best teacher I’ve ever come across”.
Mel has over 30 years of teaching experience gained internationally in South Africa, Canada and the USA. His unique approach to the mental side of golf has produced amazing results for golfers who have struggled for years. Mel’s diversified roster of clients includes stars in professional sports, CEO’s of Fortune 500 Companies, and many more golfers of all ages and skill levels.
GOLF Magazine consistently ranks Mel as one of the “Top Teachers in North America.” Mel is a teaching editor with GOLF TIPS Magazine and is the author of the recently published book, Golf Step-by-Step. Mel’s lessons have been featured in Golf Digest and GOLF Magazine.
Patrick Hofmann
A Distinguished Class A PGA Teaching Professional, Pat has nearly 25 years of combined golf experience as a playing professional and instructor of the game. He brings a vast knowledge of teaching and playing expertise to the Phil Ritson – Mel Sole Golf School. His simple, fundamental techniques have helped thousands of golfers at all levels. Several junior, collegiate and club champions are listed among those students who have had great success working with Pat.Included among Pat’s special achievements: Low Pro winner in over a dozen Carolinas PGA Pro-ams, Top 10 finisher in numerous Carolinas PGA events, Nike Tour playing experience, Author of golf instructional articles for Hilton Head Island and Myrtle Beach magazines, Students achievements have ranged from Woman’s U.S. Open contestants to a 3 time club champion.
Non-Golf Activities
Children’s Activities
Ripley’s Aquarium
It is South Carolina’s most visited attraction, where guests are entertained by some of the world’s most beautiful, fascinating and dangerous aquatic life.
Alligator Adventure
Located adjacent to Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach, Alligator Adventure is one of the largest facilities for reptile life in the world where you’ll encounter an amazing array of reptiles, lizards, turtles, giant frogs, and exotic birds.
Medieval times
family friendly dinner theater featuring an authentic medieval tournament and feast with jousting knights, and live horses.
Myrtle Waves Water Park
South Carolina’s largest water park, presents 20 acres of swerves, curves, waves and chutes and more than one million gallons of water.
Hard Rock Park
The world’s first Rock & Roll Theme Park, this new Amusement Park offers family Myrtle Beach attractions, shows and ride.
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