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Kalahari Golf Academy at Trappers Turn


Academy Programs
Below you'll find the impressive array of programs offered at Kalahari Golf Academy at Trappers Turn. If you are unable to find what you're looking for here, we invite you to contact us directly using our online form or by calling 608-253-7000.

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Also available below is a PDF version of the Kalahari Golf Academy at Trappers Turn brochure suitable for download or print.

Kalahari Golf Academy Programs
Junior golf instruction program - $55 per student

Registration fee includes: golf instruction from PGA Golf Professionals, green fees, rental clubs (if needed), tee gifts and the end of the season banquet.

Trappers Turn will host the instruction portion of program and play days will be at Wild Rock on the Woods Family Course. This program will meet on Friday mornings beginning Friday, June 13 and will run eight weeks concluding with an end of the season banquet on Friday August 8. There will be a vacation week to celebrate the 4 of July holiday. Based on registration we will be offering 8:30 am, 9:30 am and 10:30 am classes. When filling out the registration form please select your time preference, we will do our best to fill all request. We ask that you follow the time assigned so we can provide each junior with the appropriate attention to make the program more beneficial for them. The deadline for entry will be Friday June 6 or until the program is full. In order to hold a spot, payment must accompany the registration form.

We ask that participants have an interest in golf and want to attend the program.
  • Friday, June 13 - Etiquette, rules and safety talk - 8:30 AM (everyone)
  • Friday, June 20 - Golf swing introduction by ability - starting times will be assigned
  • Friday, June 27 - Full swing ~ Irons - Starting times will be assigned
  • Friday, July 11 - Play - 8:30 AM
  • Friday, July 18 - Full swing ~ Woods - Starting times will be assigned
  • Friday, July 25 - Pitching and chipping - Starting times will be assigned
  • Friday, August 1 - Putting - Starting times will be assigned
  • Friday, August 8 - Play & End of year party - Time to be announced
Program Details: A complete look at the full-swing using the latest in video and computer analysis to develop a custom game plan to continued learning. The day includes: four hours of instruction, take-home DVD, academy gift (value $80), 18-hole round of golf (may be used before or after instruction) with GPS golf car, and sleeve of custom fit TaylorMade® golf balls.
Program Details: Over 50% of the shots in golf take place within 100 yards of the green. This 4-hour session addresses your chance to get better quickly! Time is devoted to taking a detailed look into all scoring shots, including: wedges, pitching, bunker play, chipping, putting and ball-fitting. Each participant will be captured on video and presented with a DVD to take home. Also included in this session is an academy gift (value $80), 18-hole round of golf (may be used before or after instruction) with GPS golf car, and sleeve of custom fit TaylorMade® golf balls.
An outstanding two days of golf, instruction and accommodations! Students benefit from instruction on all facets of the game using our own Golf Whole™ Development Program. The perfect solution for the golfer who wants to take advantage of superior instruction with limited time.

  • Luxurious Kalahari accommodations, including all Resort amenities and Waterpark admission
  • Breakfast on Day 2, Lunch both days
  • 9 hours of Instruction
  • 27 Holes of Golf at Trappers Turn
  • Video and computer analysis with take-home DVD and our Golf Whole™ Binder
  • Professional Launch Monitor Club and Ball Fitting
  • Academy check-in gift pack (value $100)
A wonderful golf related getaway sure to reenergize your golf game and leave you stress free! Students benefit from instruction on all facets of the game using our Golf Whole™ Development Program. The perfect solution for the golfer who wants to take advantage of superior instruction with limited time.

  • Luxurious Kalahari accommodations, including all Resort Amenities and Waterpark admission
  • Breakfast on Day 2 and 3, Lunch each day
  • 12 hours of Instruction, plus 2 hours of On-Course Strategy and Game Management
  • 36 holes of Golf at Trappers Turn
  • Video and computer analysis with take-home DVD and our Golf Whole™ Binder
  • Professional Launch Monitor Club and Ball Fitting
  • Dozen custom fit TaylorMade® golf balls
  • Swedish Massage at Spa Kalahari & Salon
  • Academy check-in gift pack (value $100)
A wonderful golf related getaway sure to reenergize your golf game and leave you stress free! Students benefit from instruction on all facets of the game using our own Golf Whole™ Development Program. The perfect solution for the golfer who wants to take advantage of superior instruction with limited time.

  • Luxurious Kalahari accommodations, including all Resort amenities and Waterpark admission
  • Welcome Function
  • Breakfast on Day 2 and 3, Lunch each day
  • 9 hours of Instruction, plus 2 hours of On-Course Strategy and Game Management
  • 36 holes of Golf at Trappers Turn with a forecaddie
  • Swedish Massage, Express Facial and Manicure at Spa Kalahari & Salon
  • Private wine and cheese tasting followed by Ladies’ Only Golf Shop Hours
  • Video and computer analysis with take-home DVD and our Golf Whole™ Binder
  • Professional Launch Monitor Club Fitting
  • Academy check-in gift pack (value $100)
The perfect program for the beginner to intermediate golfer! Students benefit from instruction on all facets of the game using our own Golf Whole™ Development Program. This program works with each golfer on the mechanics and techniques from full-swing to short-game fundamentals and provides a longer term game plan for improvement. A portion is devoted to fitness, nutrition and the mental game through the Titleist Performance Institute. The perfect solution for the golfer who wants to take advantage of superior instruction, a world-class resort and an award-winning golf course.

  • Luxurious Kalahari accommodations, including all Resort amenities and Waterpark admission
  • Welcome Function
  • Breakfast everyday and Lunch days 1-4
  • 20 hours of Instruction
  • 54 Holes of Golf at Trappers Turn, plus 9 Holes with the Director of Instruction
  • Video and computer analysis with take-home DVD and our Golf Whole™ Binder
  • Professional Launch Monitor Club and Ball Fitting
  • Dozen custom fit TaylorMade® golf balls
  • Swedish Massage at Spa Kalahari & Salon During the Academy
  • Academy check-in gift pack (value $100)
For ages 9 - 12 and 13 - 17. America’s most exciting junior camp features over 17 hours of instruction, four nights at the home of Wisconsin’s Largest Indoor Waterpark, 63 holes of golf, a take-home DVD of your swing, all meals, transportation between the hotel and golf course, Nintendo Wii™ golf tournament, elimination challenges, contests against other campers and instructors, game room tokens, movie night, Golf Whole™ Junior take-home binder and awards!
Designed for the aspiring junior player (boy or girl), looking to grow their all-around game for the local, state or national scene. Our Director of Instruction has had great success with junior players, including coaching several high school state qualifiers, college players and a junior player of the year.

The academy is conducted over 6 two-hour personal sessions, which include: multiple video sessions, launch monitor review, Golf Whole™ Junior binder, custom game improvement plan, Scotty Cameron custom fit putter, two dozen custom fit TaylorMade® balls, 18-holes with Director of Instruction (may include up to three Junior Accelerated Academy members during round), two 18-hole greens fees for future use, academy gift (value $80) and three Kalahari waterpark admissions. Lessons are scheduled approximately once per week, and specials are available for overnight travelers at Kalahari Resort.
Daily 45 minute golf clinics are offered to resort guests and public golfers. The clinics are available for beginner and intermediate golfers of all ages. Reservations are required and free TaylorMade® rental clubs are available for Kalahari Resort guests. The area of emphasis and time changes daily, so be sure to call ahead (800) 221-TURN or (608) 253-7000 for the latest information.
Whether you have 3 guests or an entire convention, the academy has something to offer you! Please contact Jason Manke at JManke@KalahariResorts.com or (800) 221-TURN x47663 to discuss opportunities for golf related entertainment! Some possibilities include: Half-day Corporate Team Building with Golf (Group activities for up to 24 guests) Play with a Professional (Trappers Turn Golf Professional joins your Corporate Group for 9 or 18 holes) Pro For A Day (Trappers Turn Golf Professional joins your three person Corporate Group for breakfast, 90-minute lesson, 18-holes including lunch and cocktail hour) Indoor Corporate contests at Kalahari (Long Drive, Chipping or Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® Wii™ Tournament) Contest and Cocktails (compete in a putting, long drive or chipping contest – coupled with a appetizer buffet and cocktail hour overlooking the 9th green on the Lake course) Corporate Demonstration (any topic discussed on the Practice Facility at Trappers Turn prior to an event) Corporate Clinic (Golf Professional walks the practice tee offering quick instruction to many) Beat The Pro (Golf Professional stationed on a par-3 tee for a corporate outing contest or charity revenue generation) After-Hours Clinic Sessions (custom designed for repeat visitors or local guests – up to eight people)
All lesson fees are with Director of Instruction, Jason Manke. All lessons can involve video or launch monitor use. All playing lessons include: greens and golf car fees, Golf Whole™ binder, custom game improvement plan and your swing on take-home DVD.
Private Lesson Fee Structure
Lessons with Jason Manke, PGA, Patrick Steffes and Bob Gander, PGA
Single 30 Minute Lessons - $49 Single 60 Minute Lesson - $79 Two-Hour Personal Lesson - $149 Playing Lessons
Play 4 - $99
Package of 4 - $159 Package of 4
- $279
Package of 4
- $279
Play 9
- $149
Package of 6 - $209 Package of 6
- $389
Package of 6
- $659
Play 18
- $279
Patrick Steffes and Bob Gander may not be available for two-hour or playing lessons. Please call (608) 253.7000 for details and availability.
Lessons with Caleb Turbett, Bret Toftness and Nick Schulz
Single 30 Minute Lessons - $34 Single 60 Minute Lesson - $64    
Package of 4
- $114
Package of 4
- $204
   
Package of 6
- $144
Package of 6
- $274
   
The PGA TOUR players will fly thousands of miles to get tested and fit. You don’t have to! Jump right on the same launch monitor that most equipment companies use to fit the best players in the world. Fit one club or your entire bag - $75 Make any equipment purchase, and $50 will be credited toward your bill.
Hands down, this package is designed for the ultimate three-day golf and bonding experience. The five bedroom luxury Ny-Um-Ba Kondominums at Kalahari Resort sleeps from 12 to 22 guests and the package includes:

Amazing array of amenities
  • 32” Flat Screen TV’s in each room
  • Home Theater Room featuring 58” Flat Screen with Surround Sound and 6 Theatre Seats
  • Living Area with 42” Flat Screen TV
  • Billiard Table, Dart Board, Game/Card Table, Full Bar
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Two iPod® Docking Stations
  • Six person outdoor Whirlpool Tub
  • 18-holes of golf each day at Trappers Turn
  • Transportation to/from the course, Club Storage and Cleaning
  • DVD of each guest’s swing captured by Academy Instructors
  • Academy check-in gift pack (value $100)
All dates, times and fees are subject to change until 30-days prior to the academy. All private lesson packages must be used, without exception, in the season of purchase. Packages are non-transferable.
Trappers Turn Golf Club
652 Trappers Turn Drive, P.O. Box 176
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
800-221-TURN (8876) • 608-253-7000
Info@TrappersTurn.com