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WHERE LUXURY MEETS LEARNING

The Golf Academy at Bella Collina

Orlando's Premier Golf Academy School

 Bella Collina is home to a premier Orlando Golf Academy situated in a luxury environment and unique setting where golf instruction is specifically tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.  Our systematic and practical approach suits players of all ability levels and allows the student to develop and improve every aspect of their golf game.  Quickly discover your best game of golf while enjoying the lifestyle that encompasses our distinctive location and highly-acclaimed championship golf course.

Golf Academy Offerings

Tuscany

3-DAY GOLF ACADEMY  $1,399+Tax

Our most comprehensive school includes 3 days of instruction focusing on all aspects of the game including short game and full swing. Each day consists of five hours of instruction including a round of golf following the school. Recommended for those who enjoy golf and are looking to improve upon all areas of their game. 

DAY 1

8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
9:00 - 9:30 Opening Presentation, Stretching & Fitness
9:30 - 10:45 Short Game Instruction
10:45 - 11:00 Break
11:00 - 12:00 Full Swing Instruction
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 2:45 Short Game/ Full Swing
3:00 Play Golf or Additional Practice 

DAY 2

8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
9:00 - 9:30 Opening Presentation, Stretching & Fitness
9:30 - 10:45 Short Game Instruction
10:45 - 11:00 Break
11:00 - 12:00 Full Swing Instruction
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 2:45   Short Game/ Full Swing
3:00 Play Golf or Additional Practice 

DAY 3

8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
9:00 - 9:15 Opening Presentation
9:15 - 10:45 On-Course Instruction
10:45 - 11:00 Break
11:00 - 12:00 Recap Putting/ Chipping/ Pitching/ Bunker
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 2:00 Recap Full Swing
2:30 Play Golf or Departure

*A minimum of 2 enrolled students is required to host this Academy.  Should only 1 confirmed student enroll, a surcharge of $499 would apply.  Additionally, a minor schedule modification will be provided to accommodate a single Academy participant.

Vineyards

2-DAY GOLF ACADEMY  $1,050+TAX

Our 2 day Academy consists of five hours of instruction daily, with emphasis on mastering the fundamentals of both the short game and full swing. A round of golf at the end of each day's instruction is included. Recommended for the avid golfer interested in developing the proper fundamentals required to elevate their game.

DAY 1

8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast - Meet the Instructors
9:00 - 9:15 Opening Clinic
9:15 - 10:45 Putting/Chipping
10:45 - 11:00 Break
11:00 - 12:30 Pitching/Bunker
12:30 - 1:30 Lunch
1:30 - 3:00 Full Swing Instruction
3:00 Play Golf or Additional Practice

DAY 2

8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
9:00 - 9:30 Opening Presentation, Stretching & Fitness
9:30 - 10:45 Full Swing
10:45 - 11:00 Break
11:00 - 12:30 Short Game review
12:30 - 1:30 Lunch
1:30- 2:30 Full Swing
3:00 Play Golf or Additional Practice 

*A minimum of 2 enrolled students is required to host this Academy.  Should only 1 confirmed student enroll, a surcharge of $499 would apply.  Additionally, a minor schedule modification will be provided to accommodate a single Academy participant.

Siena

1-DAY GOLF ACADEMY  $699+TAX

This 1-day program allows golfers the opportunity to experience an insightful overview of their game. Both short game and full swing instruction are included. A round of golf at the end of the day is provided. Endorsed for players who desire individual instruction as well as an enjoyable golf experience.

DAY 1

8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast - Meet the Instructors
9:00 - 10:30 Short Game Instruction
10:30 - 12:00 Full Swing
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00-2:00  Instructional overview
2:30 Round of Golf or Additional practice

*A minimum of 2 enrolled students is required to host this Academy.  Should only 1 confirmed student enroll, a surcharge of $499 would apply.  Additionally, a minor schedule modification will be provided to accommodate a single Academy participant.

Golf Academy Offerings

 

2024 Golf Academy Dates

Tuscany

3-DAY GOLF ACADEMY 

$1,399+TAX PER PERSON 

February 5-6-7
March 5-6-7
April 2-3-4 
May 21-22-23

June 25-26-27
July 23-24-25
August 27-28-29
September 24-25-26
October 8-9-10
November 19-20-21
December 17-18-19

Vineyards

2-DAY GOLF ACADEMY 

$1,050+TAX PER PERSON 

January 30-31
February 19-20
March 20-21
April 17-18 
May 28-29

June 18-19
July 9-10
August 21-22
September 10-11
October 29-30
November 12-13
December 11-12

 

Siena

1-DAY GOLF ACADEMY 

$699+TAX PER PERSON

February 29
March 14
April 26
May 3

June 1
July 3
August 1
September 3
October 1
November 2
December 3

 

Our Instructors

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JIM KROLL- DIRECTOR OF GOLF BELLA COLLINA- PGA GOLF PROFESSIONAL

Jim is a 30 year Class A Member of the PGA of America. He served for more than 18 years at PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida,  to begin his career. Because of his many years of experience as a golf instructor and coach, Jim has a wealth of knowledge in teaching players of all ability levels. Additionally, he is currently a certified Titleist Performance Institute instructor. He received his bachelors degree in Management from Purdue University in West Lafayette Indiana.

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DAN HATCHER- HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL BELLA COLLINA- PGA PROFESSIONAL

Dan is a Class A Member of the PGA of America and is originally from Palm Bay, Florida. Dan started his career as an Apprentice Professional at the Bayhill Club and Lodge in Orlando, Florida. Dan's playing and teaching experience give him the knowledge and capability to proficiently diagnose the golf swing for a variety of golfers. He graduated with a degree in Sports Management from the University of North Florida. 

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TODD MEENA- PGA PROFESSIONAL

Todd Meena has been ranked as a top golf instructor in the state of Florida by Golf Digest Magazine for over 15 years. He has taught in numerous teaching workshops for the PGA of America and has appeared as a featured instructor on The Golf Channel’s “Academy Live”. Todd has co-authored the instructional manual and DVD series “18 to 8”, and is a former playing member of the European PGA Tour. Todd was the Head Instructor at The Grand Cypress Academy of Golf in Orlando, Florida, from 1995-2019.

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JAY LASSEN- APPRENTICE PGA GOLF PROFESSIONAL

Jay is currently enrolled as an Apprentice PGA Professional with the PGA of America and joined the team at Bella Collina in 2010. Jay's enthusiasm and knowledge of the game is instrumental in helping him to effectively connect and communicate to all of his students. He graduated from the Professional Golfers' Career College in 2012 and is originally from Cheshire, CT. Jay currently resides in Orlando, Florida.

Siena at Bella Collina

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Bella Collina welcomes you to stay at our luxury lakefront condos! We offer 2 and 3 bedroom short-term condo rentals that allow you to enjoy the best of our community while you are here.
 
A quick 30 minutes from the Orlando parks and downtown Orlando, Bella Collina is close enough to enjoy the fun and excitement of Orlando, yet just far enough away to escape to your private sanctuary when the bustle of the day is over.
 
Stay in quiet luxury and perhaps enjoy a round of golf, a day at the Spa, dinner at the 19th Hole, or a cocktail on the patio. Siena, Bella Collina’s upscale condo community, is one of Central Florida's best-kept secrets. But, we're happy to share it with you.

Ready to Register for The Academy?

Please fill out the form below and a member of our team will be in contact with details to confirm your reservation.

FAQ's

I HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS REGARDING THE ACADEMY.  WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?

For any questions regarding the Academy, please contact our Director of Instruction at academy@bellacollina.com.

WHAT IS THE STUDENT/ INSTRUCTOR RATIO FOR THE SCHOOLS?

The Academy at Bella Collina offers a Student / Instructor ratio of 4 to 1

ARE ON SITE ACCOMMODATIONS AVAILABLE?

Yes.  On-site lodging is available at Bella Collina's Siena Lodge.  Please contact Siena at 407-469-4992 for availability and pricing. 

I AM A BEGINNING GOLFER.  CAN I PARTICIPATE IN THE ACADEMY?

Yes!  Golfers of all ability levels are encouraged to attend.

IS A ROUND OF GOLF INCLUDED IF I ATTEND THE ACADEMY?

Yes.  A complimentary round of golf is included after each day of instruction at the Academy.  Students are encouraged to enjoy and play our renowned Sir Nick Faldo Championship golf course after instruction.

WHAT HAPPENS IN THE CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER?

Every effort will be made to complete the entire curriculum scheduled for the Academy.  Additionally, we have planned for various indoor instructional options for certain portions of our schedule.  Should weather conditions force the cancellation of a day or days of the Academy, a refund for any canceled days will be provided.

IS BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND DINNER PROVIDED AS PART OF THE COST OF THE ACADEMY?

Each day, during the Academy, breakfast, and lunch are provided.  Dinner is not included in the curriculum

WHAT IS THE NEAREST AIRPORT TO BELLA COLLINA?

Orlando International Airport is approximately a 40-minute drive from Bella Collina

Testimonials

ROBBIE & LOUISE. B

We really enjoyed the Golf Academy and the fantastic facilities and conditions at Bella Collina. The instructors at the Golf Academy are very knowledgeable and made you feel welcomed. Every encounter with any of the staff was delightful. Everyone was courteous, congenial, and helpful. Hope we get the opportunity to attend the Golf Academy once again in the near future. 

CINDY.K

The Golf Academy at Bella Collina was extremely helpful and enjoyable for me.  I went in as a social golfer and came out with so much more. The Academy provided the instruction I needed to not only improve my game but also enjoy it so much more.  I feel much more confident in my strokes, and know what I need to do to improve them.  Thank you, Jim, Todd, and Dan!

DAVE.D

The Golf Academy at Bella Collina was a comprehensive school of all phases of the golf game taught by PGA Professional Instructors, who work great with low handicappers as well as those of us who need a little TLC to improve. Their knowledge of the game is second to none. The two-day school covered all the key components of the game with plenty of hands-on time around the excellent facilities of the school. If you want to learn more and improve a lot, The Golf Academy at Bella Collina is the place to go.

TIM & JEANNIE.S

The Golf Academy at Bella Collina provides a wonderful learning experience for golfers of all skill levels.  The instructors are extremely knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging.  We thoroughly enjoyed the spacious condo at Siena Lodge, the exceptional food and staff at Bella Collina, and the opportunity to play the gorgeous course.  My wife and I would highly recommend the Academy to anyone looking to improve their game while enjoying first-class facilities and lodging.  

PAUL .S

Having never done a golf academy before it was very interesting to have the elements of golf broken down into segments and to have a good amount of time to work on those individual components and to tweak parts of my swing, stance or approach. I got something from each lesson and the biggest gain, for me, was in the short game and putting, but especially the putting!

The benefits I saw from an academy vs an individual lesson was the ability to watch other golfers under instruction and to see/ hear what they were doing and hear their feedback and approach to the game in a forum that was very relaxed.

BRUCE & KRIS.B

My wife and I really enjoyed the 2 day Bella Collina golf academy!  The accommodations were great, the instructors were very knowledgeable, and the golf course and practice range were absolutely beautiful!  We learned some things that will help us improve our golf game and had a wonderful time at the academy.