SADDLEBROOK GOLF ACADEMY - SADDLEBROOK PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Attracting golfers to improve their knowledge and skill under the experienced guidance of the academy's certified staff. Two superbly maintained, challenging Arnold Palmer signature, 18-hole courses have made Saddlebrook internationally renowned in the golf world.

In 1993, Saddlebrook Preparatory School established the first school-year program integrating golf and academics. There is no better environment in which young athletes can strive for the pinnacle of achievement in this sport. After scholastics in the mornings, Saddlebrook Prep golf students typically hit the practice range by 1 p.m. for individualized instruction with academy staff. By mid-afternoon, they are playing the courses with their coaches, working on strategy and technique. On the weekends, golf students may play Saddlebrook's courses or make unlimited use of practice facilities.

Seasoned coaches, marvelous golf courses and extensive practice opportunities are not the only resources for students. The Academy also features computerized, slow-motion videotaping cross training, stamina conditioning injury-preventing flexibility training and strength building programs. Tournaments are emphasized, with students competing both individually and as a team in local and national events and in intramural competition at Saddlebrook and other fine golf courses in Florida and the Tampa Bay area. Past students have included members of the Rolex All-American and Junior Ryder Cup teams and current LPGA player Jacqueline “Young A” Yang and European LPGA Player Paula Marti.

The academy formula for training tomorrow's champions is based on teaching basic fundamentals, promoting a winning attitude and instilling respect for the game.  Staff consists of golfers who have competed in numerous PGA events.

Academy instructors give young men and women a well-rounded learning experience which includes excellent conditioning, a solid work ethic, practice organization and physical and mental toughness training. A low student-to-professional ratio guarantees that every student receives ample individual attention.

The program features daily stroke and match play, intramural competition and matches against other golf teams. Professionals work closely with the young athletes to organize the best local and national tournament schedules.

In addition to the prep school, Saddlebrook offers week-long junior golf programs year round.  Junior golfers come for a week of instruction and play, staying in dedicated, supervised junior housing with all meals included.