Instructional Golf Programs at Kiawah

Private and Semi-Private Instruction

The Resort's staff of highly trained PGA Golf Professionals and Apprentices are available to provide individualized or small group instruction on a daily basis. The instructional staff stresses the fundamentals of golf and strives to find specific drills, images, and thoughts to help you improve your golf game. Instruction is scheduled in advance by contacting the Tommy Cuthbert Golf Learning Center at (843) 266-4030.

The Kiawah Island Golf Academy

World renowned golf courses and a custom designed Golf Learning Center plus highly qualified PGA Professionals, who are certified in instruction including Blake Cathey who has appeared on the Golf Channel's "The Turn" and "What's in the Bag" programs, and Abby Welch our LPGA and PGA Certified Instructor.

Mini Golf School

The Golf Academy and the resort's experienced staff of PGA teaching professionals now offer a new school for those looking just for a shorter program. This two-day school includes full swing and short game segments as well as video and equipment analysis. Small class sizes to increase individual attention. Maximum of 2:1 student to teacher ratio.

This package includes:

• Eight (8) hours of Golf Instruction, including Full Swing, Short Game, Putting and Bunker play
• Video Analysis 

Golf Made Fun School

One of our most popular school packages, this Golf Academy focus is on golf fitness and learning the basics of the short game, then move into the pre-swing and in-swing fundamentals. On course instruction stresses learning course management and strategy. The final day's lessons fits drills for specific problems, enhances awareness of the improper motions and provide practice routines that will lead to long-term improvement. Small Class Sizes to increase individual attention. Maximum of 3:1 student to teacher ratio.
Rates starting from $1499 per person. Call for additional dates (843)-266-4030.

This package includes:

Two 18 hole rounds of golf
Three hours of Golf fitness with a certified trainer at The Sanctuary Fitness Center
Twelve (12) hours of Golf Instruction, including Full Swing, Short Game, Putting and on-course instruction
Video Analysis
Lunches prior to on-course instruction


Sample Itinerary
Day One 8:00am     Golf Fitness 9:00am     Putting Fundamentals 10:00am   Chipping Fundamentals 11:15am   Bunker Shots 12:00       Lunch 12:45pm   Golf (9 Hole Playing Lesson) 2:45pm    Finish Round on own
Day Two 8:00am     Golf Fitness 9:00am     Full Swing Fundamentals 10:15am   Full Swing Video and Drills 12:00        Lunch 12:45pm   Golf (9 Hole Playing Lesson) 2:45pm     Finish Round on own
Day Three 8:00am     Golf Fitness 9:00am     Setting a Practice Routine 10:15am   Full swing/video reviews 12:00       Optional Golf on own

The Shot-Making and Scoring School


This ultimate advanced golf school gives you the opportunity to sharpen your skills for lowering your score through a comprehensive video analysis, mental approach analysis and learning key shot making skills. Learn to get the most out of your game.
Small class sizes to increase individual attention. Maximum of 3:1 student to teacher ratio.
Rates starting from $1499 per person. Call for additional dates (843)-266-4030.


This package includes:

Two 18 hole rounds of golf
Three hours of Golf fitness with a certified trainer at The Sanctuary Fitness Center
Twelve (12) hours of Golf Instruction, including Full Swing, Short Game, Putting and on-course instruction
Mental Golf Profile
Video Analysis
Lunches prior to on-course instruction

Sample Itinerary
Day One 8:00am        Golf Fitness 9:00am        Full Swing Video 10:00am      Mental Profile Test 10:30am      Full Swing Drills for shaping shots 12:00          Lunch 12:45pm     Golf (9 Hole Playing Lesson) 2:45pm       Finish round on own
Day Two 8:00am          Golf Fitness 9:00am         Putting and chipping essentials and drills 10:30am       Greenside bunker shots 11:00am       Shot making from unlevel lies 12:00           Lunch 12:45pm       Golf (9 Hole Playing Lesson) 2:45pm        Finish Round on own
Day Three 8:00am        Golf Fitness 9:00am        Setting a practice routine 10:15am      Full Swing/video reviews 12:00          Optional Golf on own

Parent-Child School

The Golf Academy and the resort's experienced staff of PGA teaching professionals now offer a chance for you and your son or daughter to learn the game together. This two day school includes full swing and short game segments as well as on course instruction.
Small class sizes to increase individual attention. Maximum of 4:1 student to teacher ratio.
Rates starting from $1270 parent/child.
Call for additional information and reservations (843)-266-4030.

This package includes:
Two 18 hole rounds of golf
Ten (10) hours of Golf Instruction, including Full Swing, Short Game, Putting and on-course instruction
Video Analysis
Lunches prior to on-course instruction

Customize Your Private & Semi-Private Instruction

The Golf Academy and the resort’s experienced staff of PGA teaching professionals and apprentices offer personalized instruction for individuals or small groups. Instruction stresses golf fundamentals on all aspects of the game, both physical and mental. Packages are available for those who wish to take multiple lessons throughout their stay. Call (800)-576-1570 and let a Learning Center professional put your package together today.

Group Golf Instruction at Kiawah Island

Corporate and Group Activities

A variety of golf instruction activities are available with the Meeting Group in mind. Anything from a "Coffee Break Exhibition" to Putting/Long Drive Contests at evening social events to customized Golf Academy Packages. Let the Kiawah Professional Staff make your Golf meeting an extra-special success. Contact PGA Director of Instruction Ronnie Miller at (843) 266-4039 or e-mail ronnie_miller@kiawahresort.com for more information.

Daily Clinics - Ideal for the beginner

Golf clinics will focus on improving a student's golf swing mechanics and course management by providing practice drills and pre-swing images. Daily clinics will  give instruction and practice at various areas of the game.
Monday: Full Swing Basics
Tuesday: Ball Flight Principles
Wednesday: Chipping and Putting
Thursday: Full Swing Basics
Friday: Pitching and Bunker Shots
5:1 student to teacher ratio. Clinics begin in March and run through October. Schedule is subject to change, please call (843) 266-4030 for more information.

Women's Golf Instruction Programs at Kiawah Island

Women's Only Clinics

Fridays 2:00pm - 3:00pm, March through October
Please call to sign up at (843) 266-4030.

Instruction led by our PGA Certified Instructor, and LPGA member, Abby Welch. Focus of these one hour classes is on the fundamentals of striking the golf ball and how they apply to a women's game. Hands on instruction will get you a chance to practice under the watchful eye of a PGA Certified Instructor. Question and answer sessions at the end of each clinic will also give you a chance to learn about any aspect of golf that has eluded you.

Golfing Gals Bootcamps

A one day bootcamp designed for those looking for the fast track to playing the game of golf. Your instructor Abby Welch will teach you what you will need to start playing effectively and enjoyably. This is a 2-1 ratio school. Rates start at $1042 for two. Call (843) 266-4067 for reservations.
8am - Pilates for golf at The Sanctuary Fitness Center
9am - 10:30am - Full Swing Instruction
10:30am - 12pm - Short Game Instruction
12pm - 1pm - Lunch at The Turtle Point Grill
1pm - 3pm - 9 Hole playing lesson/rules/etiquette

Family and Junior Golf Instruction Programs at Kiawah Island

Junior Golf Clinics - Beginner to intermediate

Turtle Point Learning Center, June - August. Juniors Ages 8-17, daily classes striving to provide a fun and educational learning environment. Space is limited so sign up early. Monday-Full Swing Basics, Tuesday-Ball Flight Principles, Wednesday-Chipping & Putting, Thursday-Full Swing Basics, Friday-Pitching & Bunker Shots.
Offered March 29 - April 9 and June - August.
Please call to sign up at (843)-266-4030.

Junior Golf Camps (March 29 - April9 and June - August)

These two hour afternoon golf camps (ages 12-17). Includes instruction on full swing, short game, course management, rules and fitness. Call (843)-266-4030 for details.

Family Tee Program at Kiawah Island - Family fun bringing the whole family together

A great way for beginner golfers in the family to get out and learn the game. You and your family now have the chance to play Osprey, Cougar, Turtle and Oak Point Golf Courses together. Dates and times for the program are March 29 - April 11 and May 31 - September 5, 2010 from 5:00pm-6:30pm with 15 minute start intervals. All members are required to play from the family tees allowing everyone the fun of playing together.  With a paying adult, children under 17 play free of charge. Call the pro shop of your choice for information. (For resort guests only.) Call (843)-266-4030 for more information.

Play Golf America at Kiawah/Family Tee Golf Clinic (NEW)

Kiawah Island Golf Resort is pleased to participate in the PGA of America's grow the game initiative by offering "Play Golf America at Kiawah". This hour long program is designed for beginner golfers looking to be inducted into the game. Participants will learn everything from how to make a tee time, exercising proper course etiquette, the use of different clubs and how to safely operate a golf cart plus 45 minutes of swing instruction from our PGA staff. Call (843)-266-4030 for more information.