Take Your Game to the Next Level!
The Premier Golf Instruction Experience in Southern California
Since 1997, the Palm Desert Golf Academy at Desert Willow Golf Resort has been recognized as a leader in Southern California golf instruction. Each season, we proudly host an average of 40-50 golf schools, designed to help golfers of all skill levels improve their game through a comprehensive and personalized approach.
Our academy offers professional golf instruction tailored to your specific needs, whether you’re a complete beginner or an advanced player looking to fine-tune your skills. Nestled in the heart of Palm Desert, our programs combine expert coaching with a premier resort environment, creating the ultimate learning experience.
Why Choose the Palm Desert Golf Academy?
We offer three distinct golf schools designed to cater to players at every stage of their golf journey:
- One Day Performance School: A highly personalized and immersive one-day learning experience, combining expert instruction, advanced technology, and state-of-the-art equipment to dramatically improve your full swing and short game in a private, focused setting. By appointment only.
- Two & Three Day Signature Golf Schools: Personalized, in-depth golf instruction with expert on-course coaching, advanced video analysis, and tailored practice plans, available in 2 and 3-day school options, ensuring you leave with the tools and techniques to continue improving your game long after the school concludes.
- Mastering the Short Game: This one-day short game school refines key scoring skills with expert instruction in putting, chipping, and bunker play, featuring personalized coaching and a 3:1 student-to-teacher ratio.
No matter your experience level, our programs provide a customized coaching plan and personalized practice strategy to help you succeed. Explore our options today and find the perfect program to unlock your full golfing potential.
Performance Golf Schools
Experience a transformative approach to golf improvement with the One Day Performance Golf School at the Palm Desert Golf Academy at Desert Willow Golf Resort. This exclusive program combines a comprehensive full-swing and short-game analysis, expert diagnosis, and targeted situational practice, all tailored to elevate your game. With a focus on personalized instruction, our golf school offers an intimate 3:1 student-to-teacher ratio, ensuring that every participant receives individualized attention and coaching.
All sessions are conducted in a private setting, allowing for optimal learning and practice conditions. The school is available by appointment only, providing a fully customized experience.
Program Highlights
Unlimited Golf Balls
Enjoy unlimited practice on our all-grass practice tee.
Full Swing and Short Game OnForm Video Analysis
The Palm Desert Golf Academy uses advanced video technology to capture and analyze your swing and short game techniques in real-time.
Advanced Facilities
Enjoy access to sand bunkers, chipping areas, pitching greens, and putting greens.
Lunch with Academy Professional
Refuel and review your progress with your instructor over a delicious meal at The Terrace at Desert Willow Golf Resort.
Twilight Round of Golf
Sharpen your skills with one twilight round, including the first 60 minutes with your PGA Professional.
Top-Tier Equipment
Upon request, the latest PING and XXIO equipment can be provided at no additional charge.
One Day Performance Golf School
- Includes Lunch at The Terrace
- One Round of Golf
- 3:1 student to teacher ratio
Golf School Itinerary
| 9 AM – 12 PM | Full Swing and Short Game OnForm Video Analysis |
| 12 – 1 PM | Lunch with Academy Professional at The Terrace Desert Willow Golf Resort |
| 1 PM | One Round of Championship Golf (60 minutes with Academy Professional) |
Each One Day Performance Golf School offers a comprehensive, personalized experience from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, providing top-tier instruction and practice in an exclusive setting.
One Day Performance Golf Schools are available by appointment only. Please contact Director of Instruction, Paul Bucy, PGA, at pbucy@desertwillow.com or fill out our online form below to schedule your own Performance Golf School.
Signature Golf Schools
Welcome to the Palm Desert Golf Academy’s Signature Golf Schools, where personalized instruction meets world-class facilities to elevate your game. Whether you’re seeking to refine your swing or sharpen your short game, our expert PGA Professionals guide you through a comprehensive program tailored to your needs. With video analysis, on-course instruction, and a dedicated practice plan, you’ll experience a transformative golf journey in an intimate setting. Enjoy daily rounds, advanced technology, and exclusive amenities designed to help you achieve lasting improvement.
What Makes Our Signature Golf Schools Stand Out?
Our Signature Golf Schools feature:
- Full Swing & Short Game Video Analysis: Gain insights through detailed video breakdowns of your swing.
- Proper Diagnosis & Situational Practice: Address specific areas for improvement with purposeful, real-world practice sessions.
- Expert On-Course Instruction: Your dedicated PGA Professional will guide you through on-course scenarios to ensure you apply what you’ve learned in a real-game setting
Personalized Golf Instruction
At the conclusion of your golf school, your PGA Professional will develop a personalized practice plan tailored to your needs. This ensures you leave with the tools and knowledge to reinforce your learning and continue improving your game.
With a 3:1 student-to-teacher ratio, you’ll receive individualized attention in a private setting to help you reach your goals.
What’s Included in Our Signature Golf Schools?
Unlimited Golf Balls
Enjoy unlimited practice on our all-grass practice tee.
Advanced Facilities
Enjoy access to sand bunkers, chipping areas, pitching greens, and putting greens.
Daily Lunch with Academy Professional
Refuel and review your progress with your instructor over a delicious meal at The Terrace at Desert Willow Golf Resort.
State-of-the-Art Technology
Utilize advanced tools like OnForm Video swing analysis, Trackman4, and Stick Mobility warm-ups to optimize your performance.
Twilight Round of Golf Each Day
Sharpen your skills with one twilight round per day of instruction, including the first 60 minutes with your PGA Professional.
Top-Tier Equipment
Upon request, the latest PING and XXIO equipment can be provided at no additional charge.
Additional Benefits
- Teaching Aids, Drills, & Practice Plans: Each student receives customized drills and teaching aids to continue improving after instruction.
- OnForm Video Platform: Access personalized coaching plans, exercises, drills, and a before/after video comparison through the OnForm app.
- Exclusive Discounts: Attending students can enjoy additional rounds at Desert Willow Golf Resort at discounted rates.
- Equipment: PING, XXIO, and Callaway equipment available at no charge for use during golf school.
The Signature Golf School offers 2 and 3-day golf school itineraries featuring personalized instruction, video analysis, on-course coaching, short game practice, and tailored training plans to elevate your game.
Private 2 and 3-day Signature Golf Schools may be requested for an additional $250 pp. based on availability. For more information contact Director of Instruction, Paul Bucy, PGA, at pbucy@desertwillow.com or call (760) 346-7060 ext. 200
2-Day Golf School Itinerary
| 9AM – 9:15AM | Introduction Set Individual Goals |
| 9:15AM – 11:00AM | Dynamic Warm Up Full Swing with Video Analysis Mastering Impact |
| 11:00AM – 12PM | Putting Fundamentals Green Reading |
| 12PM – 1PM | Lunch with Academy Professional at The Terrace |
| 1PM | One Round of Championship Golf (60 minutes with Academy Professional) |
| 9AM – 11AM | Short Game “Mastering the Scoring Zone” |
| 11AM – 12PM | Driver Fundamentals Finalized Video Analysis Personal Practice Plan |
| 12PM – 1PM | Lunch with Academy Professional at The Terrace |
| 1PM | One Round of Championship Golf (60 minutes with Academy Professional) |
3-Day Golf School Itinerary
| 9-9:15AM | Introduction Set Individual Goals |
| 9:15- 11:00AM | Dynamic Warm Up Full Swing with Video Analysis Mastering Impact |
| 11:00-12PM | Putting Fundamentals Green Reading |
| 12-1PM | Lunch with Academy Professional at The Terrace |
| 1PM | One Round of Championship Golf (60 minutes with Academy Professional) |
| 9-11AM | Short Game “Mastering the Scoring Zone” |
| 11AM-12PM | Driver with Trackman |
| 12-1PM | Lunch with Academy Professional at The Terrace |
| 1PM | One Round of Championship Golf (60 minutes with Academy Professional) |
| 9-11AM | Golf Mobility Dynamic Warm-Up Full Swing / Short Game |
| 11AM-12PM | Finalized Video Analysis Personal Practice Plan |
| 12-1PM | Lunch with Academy Professional at The Terrace |
| 1PM | One Round of Championship Golf (60 minutes with Academy Professional) |
2-Day Signature Golf School
3-Day Signature Golf School
To confirm your reservation for our Signature Golf School, a non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required at the time of booking. While the deposit cannot be refunded, it may be applied to reschedule your golf school if changes are made more than 30 days in advance of your scheduled date. Please note, there are no refunds for unused services, early or unforeseen departures, guest cancellations for any reason, or issues arising from airline disruptions. The remaining balance for your trip is due 30 days prior to your arrival, and we accept payments by credit card.
Our PGA Professionals are fully dedicated to making your Signature Golf School experience exceptional, and their schedules have been reserved specifically for your program. Please note, any cancellations made 29 days or less before your scheduled date will not be eligible for a refund unless we are able to fill your spot with another student.
Please note that our Golf School packages do not include transportation, lodging, alcoholic beverages, or gratuities. While gratuities are at your discretion, it is customary to tip staff between 10% to 20% of the total cost of your school, either on the last day of your trip or prior to departure, as a token of appreciation for their service.
Mastering the Short Game
Score Better, Play Smarter: One Day Golf School Experience
Unlock the secrets to a better golf game with our exclusive Mastering the Short Game golf school at the Palm Desert Golf Academy at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Guided by our PGA Golf Professionals, you’ll learn the critical scoring skills needed to sharpen your performance and lower your scores on the course. This intensive one-day golf school is designed to elevate both your skills and passion for the game. With a maximum 3:1 student-to-teacher ratio, you can count on personalized instruction that makes a real difference.
Time: 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Mastering the Short Game Itinerary
| 8:45 – 9 AM | Welcome + Introductions | ||
| 9 AM – 12 PM | Breakout Sessions Putting Chipping + PItching Sand + Lob | ||
| 10:15 – 11 AM | Putting Fundamentals Green Reading | ||
| 12 – 1 PM | Lunch with Academy Professional at The Terrace at Desert Willow Golf Resort | ||
| 1 – 1:30 PM | Short Game Review + Prizes | ||
Mastering the Short Game
Golf School
- Lunch at The Terrace
- Multiple Breakout Sessions with PGA Professionals
- 3-to-1 student to teacher ratio
For more information contact Director of Instruction, Paul Bucy, PGA, at pbucy@desertwillow.com or call (760) 340-4057.
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