John Jacobs' Golf Schools

Golf School FAQ

What is a typical day like at a John Jacobs' Golf School?
What makes John Jacobs' Golf Schools better than other golf schools?
Do you change a person’s game completely?
I play to a nine handicap. What can you do for me?
I have never played before. Will I get lost?
Are the schools popular with women?
What is a typical week of instruction at a golf school?
How much improvement can I expect from your school?
What are the advantages to attending a Signature Value School?
What is Jacobs Golf Academy?
What is a Summer Sizzler School?
What is a Mini School?
What golf equipment do I need?
Do your golf schools require soft spikes?
What clothes do I need for my golf school?
Do I have to stay at a hotel?
What is the difference between hotel and condominium accommodations?
Why do you offer so many program options at so many different prices?
Are the schools suitable for seniors?
What if it rains during my golf school?
Do I need a car at golf school?
Do you offer any discounts?
Do you offer any gift certificates?
Are taxes and gratuities included in your golf school package?
What is your cancellation policy if I am unable to attend the school?

What is a typical day like at a John Jacobs' Golf School?
A typical day at golf school includes these programs:
Full Swing Instruction

• Woods
• Video Analysis
• Irons

Short Game Instruction

• Putting
• Chipping
• Pitching
• Sand

Specialty Classes

• Uneven lies
• Mental Golf
• Golf Course Etiquette
• Ball Flight Theory and Shot-making
• Golf Course Management
• Limited On-course Instruction

John Jacobs' Golf Schools provides a 5-1 student to instructor ratio.
Daily schedules may vary depending upon length of your golf school program.

What makes John Jacobs' Golf Schools better than other golf schools?
Our instruction is world-class and tailored to your individual needs. When you participate in one of our schools, you leave a better player. Period.

Do you change a person's game completely?
No, we stress the fundamental mechanics of the golf swing and improve on the skills that you already possess.

I play to a nine handicap. What can you do for me?
We will help you improve the consistency of your swing and fine-tune your scoring shots around the green. We will also focus on your mental approach to the game, such as your visualization and pre-shot routine, to take strokes off your score.

I've never played golf before. Will I be lost?
No, we teach many new golfers every year in a relaxed and supportive environment. We teach swing fundamentals and provide a solid golf foundation.

Are your schools popular with women?
Our latest research tells us that approximately 40% of our students are women and that number continues to increase each year.

What is a typical week of instruction at your golf school?
Although there is really no such thing as a 'typical' week, a general guide for a five day program is as follows: Each day includes at least four hours of instruction followed by course play, if desired. You will be divided into small groups based on your ability and attend practice sessions covering all areas of the game including the full swing, short game, trouble shots, video analysis and on-course play. Depending upon the type of school package you select, your day may include meals, group social functions and course play.

How much improvement can I expect from your school?
Results vary with each student, but we've had students drop their handicap by ten strokes or more.

What are the advantages to attending a Signature Value school?
The two Signature Value school sites in Arizona offer optimal value as a result of golf course ownership held by Scottsdale Golf Group. Although often priced lower than other sites, you still receive the same quality instruction found at all Jacobs' schools. The Signature Value schools are Hillcrest Golf Club and Painted Mountain Golf Club

What is a Jacobs' Golf Academy?
Jacobs' academies offer private half-hour and one-hour instruction either on a lesson-by-lesson basis or series plan. Full-day, half-day workshops and other programs are also available.

What is a Summer Sizzler School?
Value-priced golf school programs.

What is a Mini School?
Mini Schools are a fast track to golf improvement. These half-day, one-day and two-day sessions help you accelerate through the learning curve.

What golf equipment do I need?
You will need golf shoes and golf gloves. If you don't have clubs, we suggest you do not purchase a set before attending school. Part of the curriculum is to make certain each student is custom-fit and advised as to the club type which is best suited to his or her individual needs. You can rent clubs to be used during your school and, if desired, we can make recommendations on which custom-fit clubs will suit you best.

Do your golf schools require soft spikes?
Soft spikes have become increasingly popular and most all of our golf school locations require soft spikes or spikeless golf shoes. Please ask your Jacobs' representative if a particular shoe type is required at the school location of your choice.

What clothes do I need?
On the course, traditional golf attire is expected. Off the course, casual attire is appropriate for most school-sponsored social functions. A jacket for men may be required for dining. Our representatives can inform you at which resorts this rule applies. With regard to varying climates, our representatives can also provide approximate temperature ranges for each site.

Do I have to stay at your hotel?
No, our 'commuter' option is designed for students wishing to make their own or alternative accommodation arrangements.

What is the difference between hotel and condominium accommodations?
Hotels typically provide “full service” attention – 24-hour front desk, restaurants, room and daily maid service. Condos usually provide more spacious accommodations, along with kitchen facilities, but not necessarily daily maid service.

Why do you offer so many program options at so many different prices?
It's the difference between sleeping in a world-class resort hotel or more value-priced accommodations. That's the bottom line. And the only difference.

The golf instruction - and caliber of highly trained teachers that have helped us earn our reputation- never varies. Our instructors rotate from site to site so that you can be assured that the instruction - the quality of delivery, consistency and philosophy of how we help golfers to improve their skills and enjoy the game more - will be the same regardless of the destination you choose, from New York to California, or the number of days you spend with us.

Are your golf schools suitable for seniors?
Most certainly. The pace of instruction is on an individual basis and you may stop and rest at any time.

What if it rains during my golf school?
If instruction is canceled due to poor weather conditions, we will credit instruction toward another school for the day(s) missed, or we will translate the time missed into a dollar value that may be applied to another full session.

Do I need a car at golf school?
At some locations, having a car is convenient; at others, where transportation isn't provided, it's necessary. Ask your Jacobs' representative at the time of reservation. Golf Travel can assist you with special low rental car rates.

Do you offer any discounts?
We offer seniors (62 and older) a 10% discount on all July-December packages. We also offer juniors 17 years and younger a 20% year round, based on the commuter rate.

Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes, we have gift certificates that can be used at any of our locations. Please ask your Jacobs' representative.

Are taxes and gratuities included in your golf school prices?
For most hotel packages, the price does NOT include food tax, room tax or daily gratuity/service fee that will be added to each individual's hotel bill at check-out. Your Jacobs’ representative can estimate the amount at the time of booking. Taxes and gratuities are subject to change without notice.

What is your cancellation policy if I am unable to attend school?
Cancellation/change waivers are available at the time of booking for $35 per participant. The waiver protects your investments up to 72 hours prior to arrival date against cancellations or changes. Otherwise, the following cancellation charges apply:

• More than 14 days notice prior to session start date - $75 per participant cancellation fee.
• 7 to 14 days notice - $150 per participant cancellation fee.
• 6 days or less - $200 per participant cancellation fee.

Waivers only cover John Jacobs' Golf School components, not third party bookings and/or other travel arrangements. Any change to school location, duration, dates and accommodations made after the time of booking will result in a $50 change fee per person, per change if a change/cancellation waiver is not purchased at the time of booking.