Ladies will love learning the game at the historic resort and golf destination
French Lick, IN (March 13, 2008) – French Lick Resort Casino, located in southern Indiana, announces the new Ladies Golf Academy at French Lick for the 2008 golf season. French Lick Resort Casino is the perfect destination to host one of the fastest growing segments in the game today. Women of all abilities will find the combination of historic atmosphere, quality golf and instruction, world class dining, and gaming a fun and exciting way to escape and learn the game of golf.
The Ladies Golf Academy at French Lick will be one of the premier ladies golf instruction programs in the country. The academy will feature a number of LPGA instructors lead by Suzanne Noblett, the Midwest LPGA Teacher of the Year, and one of the leading LPGA teaching instructors in the Country. The three-day academy will offer ladies of all skill levels a wonderful opportunity to receive quality instruction in a fun and un-intimidating atmosphere lead by top female LPGA and PGA teaching professionals.
"We are very excited to be working with the French Lick Resort Casino by providing a unique opportunity for women of all abilities to learn and improve at the game of golf at such a beautiful facility", said Suzanne Noblett. "It is truly a special place with it’s two newly renovated historic hotels complete with beautiful gardens, fully restored Donald Ross Golf Course and the new Thomas Bendelow Learning Complex and course. It’s a dream destination not just for golfers, but anyone who loves history."
In addition to Suzanne Noblett (Fort Wayne, IN), four other LPGA teaching professionals from the Midwest will join the Ladies Golf Academy. Fellow teachers include former LPGA touring professionals, Martha Faulconer (Lexington, KY) and Karen Monaldi (Valparaiso, IN), along with top LPGA teaching professionals Libby Pancake (Carmel, IN) and Jeri Reid (Mount Pleasant, MI).
The three-day ladies only golf academy will be limited to 20 students per school with a 4:1 student/ LPGA teacher ratio. All facets of the game from the mental side, to putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play, irons, and woods, will be covered. More importantly, their stay would not be complete without additional instruction and strategy sessions on the course while playing! This will allow the ladies to take what they have learned during the lessons apply it and better see how everything fits together.
"French Lick Resort Casino continues to aim for the best possible golf experience for all golfers. The Ladies Golf Academy at French Lick is a great example of how we intend to specialize in various player segments", said Dave Harner, Director of Golf for French Lick Resort Casino. "Ladies Only, being taught by Ladies Only, is a concept we hope to expand on and be very good at."
The dates for the Ladies Golf Academy at French Lick are May 18-20 and June 22-24. The cost for the school ranges from $1,406.99 at French Lick Springs to $1,616.99 at West Baden. Packages include three nights individual lodging, meals, golf instruction, golf, and martini party. Prices are per person, not including taxes, resort fees, or gratuities.
In addition, ladies will be able to upgrade their package and indulge in the serene environment of the world-class Spa at French Lick, a perfect compliment after a full day of golf instruction. Spa services include a diverse menu of treatments including massage, facials, wraps, and the popular Pluto mineral bath. For over 150 years, the Pluto Mineral Spring’s healing waters have drawn visitors from all over to French Lick.
For more information, please call 1-888-694-4332, or visit www.frenchlick.com.
Contact:
French Lick Resort Casino
Dyan Welsh, (812) 936-5926, dwelsh@frenchlick.com
Resort & Golf Marketing
Kevin Frisch, (989) 614-0241, kevin@resortandgolf.com
Dave Richards, (248) 642-6420, dave@resortandgolf.com
