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Par for the Course: Golfing on Jekyll Island

Program No. 11981RJ
With Georgia’s largest public golf resort, experienced golf professionals and three renowned 18-hole golf courses, Jekyll Island is the place to take your golf game to new heights.
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6 days
Rating (4.83)
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At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Jekyll Island, GA
Program Concludes
Jekyll Island, GA
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
12 ( 5B, 3L, 4D )
Activity Level
Jekyll Island has bragging rights as Georgia's largest public golf resort. With three 18 hole golf courses — Pine Lakes, Indian Mound and Oleander — Jekyll Island has something for golfers of all ability levels to enjoy. In addition to its spectacular 18 hole courses, Jekyll Island also boasts Great Dunes, the historic nine hole course. Lower your handicap and make your game more enjoyable by letting Jekyll Island's best golf professionals show you ways of improving your putting, chipping, pitching and bunker play.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Work with Jekyll Island's best golf professionals each morning to improve your putting, chipping, full swing and more.
  • Play golf on three afternoons on one of three 18-hole courses — Pines Lakes, Indian Mound and Oleander — and nine-hole course Great Dunes.
  • Learn from local experts about the history and ecology of the island off the course.
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General Notes
Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
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Doug Ballenger
Doug Ballenger has been a member of the PGA since 1996. After graduating from the University of South Carolina in 1992, Doug began his career in the golf business. For over 30 years, Doug has taught private and group lessons to all skill levels, from beginner to college-level players. He was a Master Club Fitter for Golfsmith from 2012 to 2016. When Doug isn't on the golf course, he enjoys watching USC Gamecock sports.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Please Note:
These experts may not be available for every date of the program
Retired from a career in education, Linda Arthur served as a professor, assistant superintendent and interim superintendent, and received numerous community service awards. She enjoys sharing the history of Jekyll Island, playing bridge, mahjongg and golfing.
Doug Ballenger has been a member of the PGA since 1996. After graduating from the University of South Carolina in 1992, Doug began his career in the golf business. For over 30 years, Doug has taught private and group lessons to all skill levels, from beginner to college-level players. He was a Master Club Fitter for Golfsmith from 2012 to 2016. When Doug isn't on the golf course, he enjoys watching USC Gamecock sports.
Joseph Bock has been in the golf business since 1996 and a PGA member since 2005. In 2024, Joseph was awarded the 2024 WNYPGA Section Youth Player Development Award. As a golf teacher, Joseph believes every golfer is unique, and focuses on creating a positive, personalized learning environment where players can develop skills, confidence, and a lifelong love for the game. Blending modern techniques with proven fundamentals, he tailors each lesson to the student's goals, whether they are beginners, junior, or competitive players.
Activity Level
Outdoor: No Sweat
Golfers of all ability levels welcomed. Standing and swinging clubs during morning instruction, and playing 18 holes during three afternoons. Carts provided for afternoon play. At the hotel, there are steps leading from the Bellstand to the veranda at the entrance (there is a handicap lift available). There are also 4 steps leading to the front desk. There is a gift shop at the hotel that has steps as well, which include 3 steps up and 3 steps down.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
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  • Peace of Mind

    We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

  • Assurance Plan

    Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.

  • Want to Protect Your Investment?

    Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

  • Sustainable Travel

    We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.