BUILDING A LIFELONG GAME

David Leadbetter Junior Golf Academy

Orlando, Florida DAVID LEADBETTER JUNIOR GOLF ACADEMY

A Message INDEX From David Leadbetter 02 Mission & Vision

03 Introduction 12 Where Champions Are Made Throughout my years teaching, I’ve had the opportunity to work with players of all ages, but helping juniors to be their best has always been 05 Full-time Program Overview Coaching Team uniquely rewarding. 14

In 1992, The David Leadbetter Junior Golf Academy was born, attracting young players from 06 Junior Training Camps 16 Omni Orlando Resort all over the world whether college or professional golf was their aim. Many world-class players came out of the program, including the likes of , , Julieta Granada, Sean LJGA Performance Cycle 18 O’Hair, Chen Tsung Pan, and Emiliano Grillo. In 09 Academics fact, many of today’s junior golf academies took direct inspiration from our original model, with a vast number of the world’s top junior golf coaches LJGA Alumni graduating through the Leadbetter Teaching 10 19 Accomodation Certification Program.

By reason of popular demand and my desire to once again revolutionize the junior golf program 11 LJGA Team Equipment space, I was excited to officially re-launch the David Leadbetter Junior Golf Academy at our state- of-the-art facility at ChampionsGate in Orlando, Florida in Fall 2017. With our years of experience, I along with my team have designed a holistic program to guarantee that young players reach their full potential in golf as in life.

The David Leadbetter name has been synonymous with instructional excellence for over three decades. We have helped professionals win dozens of PGA and LPGA tournaments, including 23 major championships, along with helping thousands of amateurs enjoy the game.

We have always focused a lot of our attention on helping young golfers to achieve their dreams.

We look forward to utilizing our unparalleled knowledge and expertise to help your child do the same.

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The David Leadbetter Junior Golf Academy (LJGA) provides the most individualized full- time junior golf program available anywhere in the world. Located at David Leadbetter’s Global Headquarters at ChampionsGate in Orlando, Florida, every detail has been meticulously designed to deliver the optimum environment for personal development.

David Leadbetter will personally be involved with each student, providing his vast coaching knowledge and experience to ensure they reach their potential. David’s team of highly qualified Certified Leadbetter Instructors and industry-leading experts in fitness and mental coaching are on hand to provide the very highest level of coaching typically reserved for our Tour players.

LJGA has partnered with the leading premium school in Orlando, Windermere Preparatory School, to deliver award-winning education, international exposure and safe, first-class accommodation in a safe environment.

The comprehensive long-term and short-term programs offered by LJGA cater to every need of the student both on and off the course and are structured with a single aim – to create quality players.. OUR VALUES

Learn From Experience Programs Program Benefits Every day we strive for improvement as golfers • Full-time • An individualized development program for each student and individuals. Junior Program created by David Leadbetter offering comprehensive • Unparalleled student/teacher ratios Golf Coaching, Academics • Private 1-on-1 instruction with David Leadbetter (Full-time) and Accommodation • The ability to train alongside and gain insight from Tour players in a fun Simplicity learning environment Our simple philosophy makes the MISSION • Junior • World-class golf training facilities in a single location game easier to understand and faster Training Camps • Access to all of the latest instruction and club fitting technology to learn. offering intensive • Mental conditioning and learning the art of scoring, resulting in students To develop Golf Coaching and becoming players and not just good swingers Accommodation in a • Individualized fitness screening, including a personal fitness champions weeklong program and nutrition program Dedicated to Golf • Access to U.S. Junior Golf Tours including AJGA No detail is too small for us both on and off • International premium education and first-class accommodation at to consider its impact on golf Windermere Preparatory School • Full VISA service for international students performance. the golf course • Top-level college placement program and exposure to top college coaches

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Full-time Program Overview Junior Golf Training Camps

Junior Golf Training Camps offer weeklong or multi-week programs specifically focused on game improvement. Every student attending LJGA will undergo a full week of screening and assessments to allow David and his David’s team of Certified coaches will deliver valuable insights into the technical, mental, physical, andon- team of coaches to create a personal development plan and goal setting. Daily, weekly and monthly reports will course skills of the game, allowing each junior golfer to take their game to the next level. Small group sizes also be generated to track progress and keep parents and future college recruiters involved. ensure each participant receives plenty of individual attention throughout the camp. LJGA will offer a minimum of 27 hours of instruction and monitored practice each week, combining technical Each camp finishes with a friendly but competitive tournament on one of the ChampionsGate golf courses with instruction in groups of 2 plus group training, on-course play, tournament preparation, mental coaching, and a specialized strategy and on-course coaching. personal fitness program. LJGA coaches will coordinate and accompany students to the top junior tournaments as well as arranging college visits and placements. Junior Training Camp 2018 Summer A typical week will consist of academic work in the morning at Windermere Preparatory School, lunch and transport to the Academy. Following David’s athletic approach every session will begin with a dynamic warm Benefits Camp Dates up followed by either individual instruction or group training. Students will spend several hours on-course each week playing and simulating tournament situations on the two championship golf courses on property at ChampionsGate. LJGA has a team of sport psychologists, mental coaches, and fitness and performance experts who will be offering regular assessments and support. David will provide his personal input and coaching to each • Enhanced game improvement learning environment with student during the program. passionate and experienced instructional team Week 1 June 17 - 23 • Education and discussion on practice routines, tournament In addition to holistic golf instruction, LJGA will provide a weekly ‘Life Skills’ session with guest speakers including Week 2 June 24 - 30 professional Tour players, social media training, college recruiters, as well as Game On Nation - an industry- preparation, and college golf opportunities leading communication company, who will help students to hone their inter-personal communication skills. • Use of the latest in cutting edge golf technology Week 3 July 1 - 7 • Leadbetter Junior Training Workbook with practice plans and Towards the end of each week, coaches will tailor the program specifically to tournament preparation, including game analysis tools Week 4 July 8 - 14 strategy sessions and equipment checks. In the evenings and spare time, students will be encouraged to • Edufii Online Player / Coach Platform for ongoing improvement maintain a balanced life with team outings to local PGA Tour and LPGA Tour events, visit Orlando’s famous • Evening activities at the Omni Orlando Resort and local theme theme parks, as well as the pools, spa, and leisure facilities at the Omni ChampionsGate Resort. Week 5 July 15 - 21 park attractions • Athlete’s pack including LJGA Golf Bag, hats, shirts, and balls Week 6 July 22 - 28 • Local first-class private accommodation Sample Daily Schedule

7:00AM Depart Housing to Windermere Prep

7:45AM - 12:00PM School

12:45PM - 1:30PM Lunch

2:00PM - 5:00PM Golf Programs at LJGA

5:00PM - 6:00PM Performance Training / Open Practice

6:30PM Dinner

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Leadbetter Golf Academy, Jakarta, Indonesia Player Development Philosophy

LJGA will have a limited intake to ensure each student receives maximum time with coaching staff. This small intimate group will allow for personal instruction and a focus on the individual but still offering the benefits of team training and high-level competition.

Grounded in David’s holistic golf philosophy, Leadbetter students will develop the skills to own every aspect of their game. Built from a fundamental understanding of swing techniques with the aid of technology and how the body works in synchronization with the arms and club. Layered onto these foundations are mental conditioning, the art of scoring, course strategy, communication skills and personal development. As long as the student has the correct attitude, all these elements combined will guarantee success.

Whatever the ultimate goal of LJGA students, whether it’s a Tour professional or gaining entry to a US college, the personal attention offered by David’s coaching staff and Windermere Preparatory teachers will ensure they are suitably prepared. Leadbetter Golf Academy, Pune, India

Leadbetter Golf Academy, Busan, South Korea

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LJGA Performance Cycle LJGA Alumni At the David Leadbetter Junior Golf Academy, we plan for success with each of our juniors by custom-designing a holistic training and performance plan for each of our players based upon elite level periodization and planning.

This approach allows our players to effectively manage their skill development (mental and physical) within a defined time frame so they can achieve peak performance and confidence when competing in tournaments.

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TRAINING 02 every aspect of their game. strengthen my technique. I still work did at the University of Central 04 with David and have incorporated Florida, as well as turning pro. PHASES Working with David helped me his new A Swing philosophy into “ understand my golf swing, the my game. David cares passionately

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ChampionsGate LJGA Team Equipment

Located on the grounds of the luxurious Omni ChampionsGate Resort in Orlando, Florida, LJGA offers year LJGA has partnered with Callaway Golf to provide a custom golf bag, apparel, and accessories for all students. round practice at world-class facilities. Designed personally by David Leadbetter, the academy facilities are LJGA students will also have access to the latest Callaway Golf equipment and custom club fitting by Master regularly used by top Tour players as well as elite players from around the world. The facility includes 4-acres of Clubfitter Brett Meyer. Each student will receive an LJGA Athletes Kit, which is included in the tuition cost. custom designed short-game areas, putting greens, bunkers, covered and open grass range, par-3 course and two 18-hole championship golf courses. The Academy building itself is equipped with the latest technology as well as video analysis rooms, simulator and equipment services.

LJGA Athletes Kit LJGA CLUBHOUSE LJGA students have exclusive use of a private Junior Academy Clubhouse for relaxing before training, team seminars and private individual meetings, as well as secure bag storage and daily refreshments. • Customized LJGA Callaway/OGIO Golf stand bag • Oakley PRIZM Golf Sunglasses • Complete set of Golf Pride Grips • LJGA Backpack • LJGA Golf Hats Outdoor Facilities Indoor Facilities • LJGA Polo Shirts • LJGA Performance T-Shirts • Callaway Golf Balls • 16,000 sq. ft. of meticulously maintained • 2 state-of-the-art hitting bays equipped • Callaway Golf Gloves putting greens with Trackman® and force plate • 8,000 sq. ft. of contoured chipping greens technology with deep practice bunkers • Full-service club-building and • Expansive 400+ yard private driving range club-repair center • 150-yard pitching range with target green • Odyssey®/Toulon® Putting Studio and 12 target bunkers • Indoor/Outdoor Golf Simulator bay • 9-Hole “Champions 9” Par-3 practice • State-of-the-art Golf Performance Lab course • 2x 18-Hole Golf Courses designed by Greg Norman (National & International) • Hosted several AJGA Tournaments

The teaching culture at the David Leadbetter Junior Golf Academy is truly “ “ like none other. We treat every student as an individual and place great care in ensuring they leave with a greater knowledge of their game and a plan for continued development and improvement.

Sean Hogan LJGA Director of Instruction

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Coaching Team

David Leadbetter, Founder of LJGA

David Leadbetter has coached players to 22 Major Championship titles and over 100 individual worldwide tournament victories. Seven of these players have even held first place in the Official State of the art hitting bays equipped World Golf Ranking. David continues to be a revered voice in elite junior golf instruction, is a with Trackman launch monitors. longstanding board member of the AJGA, and is currently coaching several top PGA, LPGA, and European Tour players.

Sean Hogan, Director of Instruction

Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Sean Hogan has over 20 years experience coaching alongside David Leadbetter. Sean has overseen instruction at Leadbetter Golf Academy locations in Portugal, New Jersey, and now ChampionsGate. A Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor, Sean has assisted David Leadbetter with several top Tour players including women’s World No. 1 , 2008 Masters Champion , Ian Poulter, , Suzanne Petterson, and Charles Howell III. He currently coaches a number of PGA and LPGA Tour players, although his main focus is on elite up-and-coming juniors.

Txema Sánchez, Director of Junior Programs

Txema currently coaches elite college and junior players, including World Top 50 ranked Jorge Garcia, Maria Fassi, and Karl Vilips. He also currently coaches and supports PGA Tour and Web.com Tour players Carlos Ortiz, Juan Sebastian Muñoz, and 2016 Olympian Rodolfo Cazaubon. Along with being recognized as an AJGA Junior Advisor for Latin America, Sánchez is involved in Tournament organization for the AJGA Sergio 120yd pitching range with Garcia Foundation Championship and is a member of the PGA of Spain. target green and 12 target bunkers

Brett Meyer, Certified Instructor and Master Club fitter

Brett Meyer is an LGA Certified Instructor who regularly coaches top-level Tour Players and elite juniors, along with overseeing all club fitting operations for the Academy. Brett was recently selected by Golf Digest as one of the Best Young Teachers in America for 2016-2017 in recognition of outstanding achievement among golf instructors under age 40. Brett also holds a Trackman Master Certified status, one of few instructors nationwide with this credential.

Mike Sanabria, LGA Certified Instructor

Michael Sanabria is a Certified instructor who has assisted David with various students including many PGA, LPGA, and European Tour players. Along with delivering LGA junior golf programs in Asia, Mike is also responsible for the training and certification of the global network of over 60 Leadbetter Certified Instructors. Mike has dedicated his life to coaching junior golfers. He was a member of the First Tee in Tampa and more Expansive short game area recently led curriculum development for the revolutionary new grassroots golf program, featuring deep bunkers and Leadbetter Kids. contoured greens

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Coaching Team Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate

Students and their families will enjoy preferred pricing at the four-star Omni Orlando Resort, just steps away Mitch Farrer, LGA Certified Instructor from LJGA. On-site amenities include 3 resort-style pools and lazy river, 5 world-class restaurants, Mokara Day Spa offering sports massage, and more. Mitch, originally from England, was mentored by David throughout a successful amateur and college career including the 2012 NCAA Championships. Mitch turned to coaching and now personally assists David with his Tour players and elite amateurs. Mitch was an integral part of the team that tested and researched the A-Swing as well as helping to set up Leadbetter’s Online Coaching Platform. Mitch has an in-depth knowledge of the game and caddied for top-level players in LPGA, European Tour, and AJGA events including the 2015 Open Championship at St. Andrews.

Aaron Shultz, MS., Leadbetter Golf Performance Specialist

Aaron began his Sports Performance career in 2011 at an elite training facility in Indiana, with an emphasis in linear speed and multidirectional movement training where he Zen Asian Fusion Restaurant Croc’s Pool Bar & Grill Omni Gym & Fitness Center gained valuable experience working with athletes in a variety of sports and ability levels. After completing his Masters Degree in Kinesiology and Applied Sport Science from the University of Indiana, Aaron continued to coach elite conference-winning collegiate track and field athletes, as well as serving as a high-school soccer coach. Aaron now trains elite junior golfers at the Leadbetter Golf Academy in Orlando through their partnership with the Florida Institute of Performance, under the guidance of renowned Fitness and Performance expert David Donatucci. Dr. Robert Winters, Sports Psychologist and Performance Consultant

Dr. Winters is internationally renowned and brings 30 years of consulting experience to top-level golfers around the world. Having been involved with perceptual and optometric science, he led sports vision research working with Olympic, collegiate, and junior athletes. Dr. Winters is also one of the four original Golf School Directors for NIKE Golf Schools and US Sports Camps and has been a Director of Golf for NIKE Junior Golf Schools since 1994.

Steven Yellin, Mental Coach and Founder of The Fluid Motion Factor Resort-style pool deck with lazy river, Steven Yellin is the founder and co-creator of The Fluid Motion Factor, a revolutionary water slide, wave pools, jacuzzi, and training program that allows athletes to access a higher and more consistent level of basketball and tennis courts. performance. His program is currently implemented in multiple professional sports, including MLB, NHL, NBA and the NFL. He also currently coaches PGA, LPGA, and Asian Tour players along with young elite juniors from all over the world.

Game On Nation

Since 1997, Game On Nation has become one of the most respected firms in leadership, communication, athlete-coach interaction, and teambuilding. Game On’s innovative curriculum specializes in building confidence and growing self-esteem. Students will learn how to interact with their peers, coaches and adults, how to think quickly on their Luxurious 2 and 3 BR Omni Villas on property Pool deck overlooking “Champion’s 9” Par 3 Course feet and make the right decisions for themselves.

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Windermere Preparatory School boarding students live in brand new luxury houses in a gated community used exclusively by the Windermere Preparatory School is located on a beautiful 48-acre campus in Southwest Orange County. Their school. Each of the spacious, warmly furnished academic approach is built on complex problem solving and critical thinking, emphasizes intellectual, personal, houses is gender specific and is located within emotional and social growth, and culminates with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program. a 5-minute car ride from the school and 20 minutes from LJGA.

Students have access to common areas, TV rooms, quiet study spaces, on-site laundry, kitchen and recreation areas. Great pride is taken in providing a safe, nurturing boarding environment and it is consistently expressed from residential families just how much the school feels like home.

House Parents

Our house parents oversee the health and wellbeing of each student within the Boarding Program.

The houses are under the care of full-time House Parents and part-time Residential Assistants Our “Be Ambitious” Learn from the Best Our Global Campus who ensure the health, safety and happiness Philosophy of the students. They closely monitor proper Windermere Preparatory The global campus extends behavior, study habits, and help to create a Windermere Preparatory School School wants your child to learn learning beyond the sense of community. House Parents also work believes that there is no limit from the best, which is why classroom through unique closely with parents, teachers and tutors to to what your child can achieve. they recruit, retain and develop challenges and activities. It ensure each student is comfortable in class and Through igniting your child’s outstanding teachers. The connects students around feels happy and engaged at school. curiosity, they motivate students school also offers enhanced the world to learn together to step outside their comfort learning through collaborations everyday, broadening their zones and try something new, with world leading organizations knowledge and nurturing and above all, to be ambitious. such as Massachusetts Institute transferable skills to support of Technology (MIT) and the their success in school and Activities & Weekends Juilliard School. later in life.

Although the majority of students’ spare time will be spent playing Educating The Whole Child golf, they also have access to a varied program that incorporates While academic achievement is Windermere Preparatory School’s highest priority, it is complemented and fun, rest, activities, household chores and homework. House enriched by a multitude of resources and extracurricular activities, such as fine and performing arts, athletics, Parents also coordinate trips after golf practice to the grocery store, clubs and community service. convenience store, bank, post office and local cafes and eateries. Additional local attractions include: Walt Disney World, Sea World, Through personalized learning and cutting-edge curriculum committed teachers provide instruction that Busch Gardens, Universal Studios, water parks, the Kennedy Space develops and educates the whole child, both inside and outside the classroom. Center, Daytona International Speedway, local beaches, Orlando Magic Basketball Games, Orlando’s Downtown Arts District and

17 18 How To Apply

Contact the LJGA Admissions Team for more information, pricing and payment options as well as to to book tours of the Academy, Windermere Preparatory School and Accommodation. We can offer preferential pricing on rooms at the Omni Orlando Resort for families visiting LJGA.

Space is limited on the programs so we recommend applying early.

Click here to download the LJGA Application Form

+1.407.787.3330 [email protected]