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Get Into the Swing: Develop Your Golf Game at Beautiful Daytona Beach

Program Number: 19205RJ
Start and End Dates:
3/31/2013 - 4/5/2013; 11/3/2013 - 11/8/2013; 1/26/2014 - 1/31/2014; 2/9/2014 - 2/14/2014; 3/2/2014 - 3/7/2014; 3/16/2014 - 3/21/2014;
Duration: 5 nights
Location: Daytona Beach, Florida
Price starting at: $944.00 - Price may vary based on date, departure city
Program Type: Golf
Meals: 15; 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners    
Meal Options: Vegetarian    

New to golf or need a refresher to improve your current game? Via one-on-one instruction and small group practice, our PGA/LPGA professionals will teach you the proper grip, stance and swing with a state-of-the-art golf simulator that you’ll put into practice on the driving range. Take what you learn to the course each afternoon with 9 holes of golf under the watchful eye of one of the pros.




Highlights

• Analyze your swing speed, path, launch angle, face angle and ball flight with a computerized golf simulator.
• Play on two courses, one of which hosted Senior PGA events and was played by Arnold Palmer.
• Have your swing analyzed at the beginning and the end of the week to see your improvements.



Activity Particulars

Walking up to two miles per day. Pre-arrival surveys tell us what skills you need to improve. You may bring your own clubs or rent equipment on site.




Date Specific Information

3-31-2013, 11-3-2013, 1-26-2014, 2-9-2014, 3-2-2014, 3-16-2014

Enjoy the latest in hearing technology — listening devices — on this date.



Coordinated by Stetson University.




Daytona Beach

The World's Most Famous Beach attracts nearly eight million vacationers each year. Daytona also boasts a thriving automobile racing tradition, year-round golf, and a host of cultural and recreational opportunities for both indoor and outdoor enthusiasts.
Accommodations
Comfortable hotel with newly renovated rooms, Olympic-sized swimming pool, fitness center and tennis court.
Meals and Lodgings
   Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel
  Daytona Beach, FL 6 nights
 Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel
Type: Hotel
  Description: 6 lighted tennis courts, Olympic size pool
  Contact info: 2620 West International Speedway Blvd.
Daytona Beach, FL 32114 USA
phone: 386-258-6333
  Room amenities: refrigerators, coffee makers, high speed internet access
  Facility amenities: 6 lighted tennis courts, fitness center, Olympic size swimming pool, great room with plasma TV
  Smoking allowed: Yes
  Elevators available: Yes
  Additional nights prior: Call hotel to inquire. Ask for Road Scholar Rate. Rates are seasonal.
  Check in time: 3:30 PM
  Additional nights after: Call hotel to inquire. Ask for Road Scholar Rate. Rates are seasonal.
  Check out time: 11:00 AM


Travel Details
  Start of Program:
Sunday at 4:00 p.m. You will be staying at Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel that night.
  End of Program:
Friday at approximately 1:00 p.m. You will be staying at Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel the night before.
  Required documents:
The Road Scholar Health & Safety Form is required. All health forms must be turned in before attending the program.
  Parking availability:
Free parking at hotel.
Transportation
To Start of Program
  Location:  Daytona Beach, FL
  Nearest city or town:  Daytona Beach
  Nearest highway: I-95
  Nearest airport:  Daytona Beach
  From End of Program
  Location: Daytona Beach, FL
    (Additional transportation information same as above)
Travel Details
 

Best Western International Plus

 

From Airport

 
 

Service:

 

Commercial Van/Shuttle
DOTS Transportation
phone: 800-231-1965
Advanced Reservations Required

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

Approximately $35.00 - Price is subject to change
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

1 hour 
 

Distance:

 

45 miles
   

www.dots-daytonabeach.com From Orlando International Airport and Sanford International Airport use DOTS Transportation terminal (1034 N. Nova Rd., Daytona Beach) and then use American Taxi (Additional cost of approximately $15) to go to the Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel All prices are subject to change without notice. Other options may be available. Please make all your own travel arrangements.
 
Driving Directions
  From I-95 North - exit 261 Turn right off ramp. Turn left at Indigo Dr. Turn left at direction sign. Hotel is 1/2 mile on right.
  From I-95 South - exit 261A Turn right off ramp. Turn left at 2nd light (Indigo Dr.). Turn left at Direction sign. Hotel is 1/2 mile on right.
Equipment Requirements: Golf Clubs, Proper Golf Attire, Soft Spike Golf Shoes Rental clubs available at additional charge of $60 for the week. You must call the pro shop and make these arrangements ahead of time. 386-756-0040. Please make sure and let them know you are with the Road Scholar program so that you will get the discounted amount.
The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.


Daily Schedule

Day 1:
(Sunday, March 31)
   
 Afternoon: Registration begins at 4:00 pm. You will meet your host and hostess for the week and receive your name badge, participant list, and do a get acquainted session.
 Dinner: At the hotel
 Evening: After dnner you will continue into your orientation session where you will receive your folders and go over your week's schedule and other pertinent information. After the orientation is over the rest of the evening is yours to socialize, settle in, or just relax and get ready for a GREAT week of golf, sun, and fun!
   
Accommodations: Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2:
(Monday, April 1)
   
 Breakfast: At the hotel
 Morning: Approximate times... subject to change. 9:00-9:15 - Welcome and introduction of golf instructors 9:15-10:15 - Split into three groups - golf etiquette 10:15-10:30 - Break 10:30-11:00 - Grip, Aim, and Set-up 11:00-11:15 - Break 11:15-12:00 - Hands on - hitting stations Lever system -release - timing 12:00-12:15 - Questions and Answers
 Lunch: At course.
 Afternoon: Enjoy 9-holes of golf on one of these beautiful course while a pro overlooks your progress. www.pelicanbaycc.com/north.html or www.pelicanbaycc.com/south.html
 Dinner: At the hotel
 Evening: We offer some performances if available. If not it is social time and time to relax.
   
Accommodations: Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3:
(Tuesday, April 2)
   
 Breakfast: At the hotel
 Morning: Approximate times... subject to change. 9:00-9:15 - Good morning meeting on the driving range. Break into 3 groups. 9:15-10:00 - Group 1 - Putting Green - Chipping and putting Group 2 - Sand bunker - Bunker shots Group 3 - Driving range - short irons. 10:00-10:15 - Break 10:15-11:00 - Group 1 - Sand bunker - Bunker shots Group 2 - Driving range - Short Irons Group 3 - Putting Green - Chipping and Putting 11:00-11:15 - Break 11:15-12:00 - Group 1 - Driving Range - Short Irons Group 2 - Putting Green - Chipping and Putting Group 3 - Sand Bunker - Bunker Shots 12:00-12:15 - Questions and Answers
 Lunch: At course.
 Afternoon: Enjoy 9-holes of golf on one of these beautiful course while a pro overlooks your progress. www.pelicanbaycc.com/north.html or www.pelicanbaycc.com/south.html
 Dinner: At the hotel
 Evening: Social time.
   
Accommodations: Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4:
(Wednesday, April 3)
   
 Breakfast: At the hotel
 Morning: Approximate times... subject to change. 9:00-9:15 - Good morning meeting on the driving range 9:15-10:00 - Ball flight Laws - Why does the ball do what it does? 10:-00-10:15- Break 10:15-11:00 - Driving Range - Driver and Fairway Woods 11:00-11:15 - Break 11:15-12:15 - Review of the first three days - practice drills
 Lunch: At course.
 Afternoon: Enjoy 9-holes of golf on one of these beautiful course while a pro overlooks your progress. www.pelicanbaycc.com/north.html or www.pelicanbaycc.com/south.html
 Dinner: At the hotel
 Evening: The Rules of the Game lecture.
   
Accommodations: Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5:
(Thursday, April 4)
   
 Breakfast: At the hotel
 Morning: Approximate times... subject to change. 9:00-9:15 - Good morning meeting on the driving range. 9:15-10:00 - Golf psychology 101 10:00-10:15 - Break 10:15-11:00 - Driving Range - special shots and conditions 11:00-11:15 - Break 11:15 - 12:00 - Driving Range - Rules of Golf 12:00-12:15 - Questions and answers
 Lunch: At course.
 Afternoon: Enjoy 9-holes of golf on one of these beautiful course while a pro overlooks your progress. www.pelicanbaycc.com/north.html or www.pelicanbaycc.com/south.html
 Dinner: At the hotel
 Evening: Social time.
   
Accommodations: Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6:
(Friday, April 5)
   
 Breakfast: At the hotel
 Morning: Approximate times... subject to change. 9:00-9:15 - Good morning meeting on the driving range 9:15-10:00 - Group 1 - Driving range - Mid irons Group 2 - Driving range - driver and woods. Group 3 - Fairway Bunkers 10:00-10:15 - Break 10:15-11:00 - Group 1 - Fairway Bunkers Group 2 - Driving Range - mid irons Group 3 - Driving Range - Driver and woods 11:00-11:15 - Break 11:15-12:00 - Group 1 - Driving range - driver and woods Group 2 - Fairway bunkers Group 3 - Driving Range = mid irons 12:00-12:15 - Week review and conclusion.
 Lunch: Closing lunch at hotel.
 Afternoon: Independent departures. Have a safe trip home and we hope to see you again soon.
   
Accommodations: Best Western Plus International Speedway Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Important information about your itinerary: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information featured on this website. Itineraries are based on our best information at this time. Circumstances beyond our control may require us to adjust itineraries or other details. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Information will be sent to you from your Program Provider approximately three weeks prior to the program start date. The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.

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2012-2015 Rules of Golf


Author: USGA


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