INTENSIVE RESIDENTIAL GOLF SCHOOL LAUNCHED IN SUSSEX

An intensive, residential golf school, the James Andrews School of Golf, has been launched at the Sedlescombe Golf Course in East Sussex to teach all levels of golf, particularly beginners, how to improve their golf on two and five day courses.

It is the brainchild of Michael Whaley who is returning to business in England after establishing the highly successful Hurricane Hotel for windsurfers in Tarifa on the Atlantic coast of Spain. Since the hotel was launched 15 years ago Tarifa and the Hurricane Hotel have built a worldwide reputation for windsurfing and excellent hotel accommodation.

Whaley wants to replicate this tactic in the UK but this time with golf. He believes that there is a gap in the market for short residential golf courses in a beautiful environment with top qualify hotel accommodation at a reasonable price.

The James Andrew School of Golf has an 18-hole course, an 18-bay floodlit driving range, a 50m² purpose built indoor each facility with video and computer equipment for swing analysis and a hotel with 20 luxurious, air-conditioned bedrooms an en-suite bathrooms as well as sauna, gym and massage facility.

Michael Whaley commenting on the launch of the school said: “Our research has shown there is a demand for residential golf courses particularity for beginners who want to learn the rudiments of the game as quickly as possible.

“They want the tuition to be easy to organise and as comfortable as possible which makes a residential course more preferable. People can feel intimidated about contacting their local golf club, unsure about the etiquette and unwilling to show their inexperience and lack of skills in front of seasoned golfers.”

“Golf is once again increasing in popularity particularly among younger people who have become attracted to the sport by the success of players such as Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia, whilst for the ladies 25 year-old Karrie Webb of Australia is winning everything.”

The school is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty 2 miles east of Battle and only 1½ hours driving time from London or one 1 hour and 15 minutes by train.

The school can also be used for corporate hospitality, golf days, conferences and meeting and team building. A separate function room seating 70 people is also available.

Prices start from £200 for a two-day course with half board accommodation. Call 01424 871700 for details.