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Continuing Shawnee’s outstanding golf tradition, we officially launched the Tillinghast Golf Academy in June 2003. 

Since then, PGA Professional, Jim Miller, the Director of Instruction, has led the professional staff at the Golf Academy. The Tillinghast Golf Academy is tailor made for those with keen interest in golf. 

Rich in golf history, Shawnee boasts a long line of golfing greats who have played our course including:  Walter Hagen, Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, Lawson Little, Long Jim Barnes, and Johnny Farrell. 

The greats played here, so can you!

Click here to view our Learn on the Links Golf Package.

Shawnee's Golf Instructors

Jim Miller, PGA
PGA Director of Instruction

Being an accomplished teacher, Jim has had a very successful playing career which includes:  2000 Metropolitan Senior Open and New Jersey Senior Open Champion, Qualified for six Senior Tour Events, 1968 Junior PGA Champion, and 2004 Shawnee Open Senior Division Champion.  The academy teaching staff prides itself on providing quality and consistent golf instruction.  Jim is proud to be on a team of highly trained and experienced golf professionals who enjoy a unified teaching philosophy.  Jim is confident that each individual will leave Shawnee with a new found knowledge of the game of golf. 

Joseph W. Manley III, PGA 
PGA Head Golf Professional

Joe graduated from East Stroudsburg University in 2002 and is entering his 9th year at The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort.  After working as an assistant professional for his first three seasons, Joe was promoted to head professional in 2005.  This will be his 7th season working with Junior Camps. 

Individual Instruction

  • $250 Series of Four (paid in advance)
  • $75 One hour with professional staff
  • $86 One hour with two students
  • $110 9-Hole playing lesson

Lesson, Links, & Lunch

  • One-hour lesson
  • Nine holes of golf
  • Lunch at the Halfway House
  • $110 per person (1-3 students)
Tillinghast Golf Academy Half-day Full Swing

Three hours of intense full swing instruction with the Tillinghast Golf Academy Staff. Video and computer analysis create a clear picture of necessary changes, with the instruction geared in developing a clear roadmap towards improvement.

includes:

  • Video analysis
  • Instruction manual
  • 3 Hours of Full Swing instruction
  • Class ratio is 5:1 student/teacher

time: 9am-12pm

price: $200 per student

Offered every Wednesday, April - October

Tillinghast Golf Academy Half-Day Short Game

Three hours of immediate impact on your scoring and handicap. We cover every aspect of the short game, leaving the student with a reliable plan for one of the most important parts of the game.

includes:

  • Video analysis
  • Instruction manual
  • 3 Hours of Short Game instruction
  • Class ratio is 5:1 student/teacher

time: 9am-12pm

price: $200 per student

Offered every Thursday, April - October

Tillinghast Golf Academy Short Game Practice Facility

Hours of Operation: 9am-5pm (Based on availability)

$7     One hour
$25   Half-day
$50   Full-day
$75   Three-day pass
$100 Five-day pass

Tillinghast Golf Academy, Individual Instruction

$250    Series of 4 (paid in advance)---$50 savings!
$75      One hour with professional staff
$86      One hour for two students
$110     9-hole playing lesson for one student
$175     9-hole playing lesson for two students

Tillinghast Golf Academy, Lessons, Links and Lunch Package

includes:

  • One hour lesson
  • 9-Holes of golf
  • Lunch at the Halfway House

price: $110 per student (1-3 students)

Tillinghast Golf Academy, 1-Day Golf School

Students receive five hours of instruction with a combination of Full Swing and Short Game training followed by a 9-hole playing lesson with a professional.

includes:

  • Video analysis
  • Instruction manual
  • Lunch daily at the River Room™ restaurant
  • All range, greens, and cart fees
  • 3 Hours of Full Swing/Short Game instruction
  • 9-hole playing lesson
  • Class ratio is 5:1 student/teacher

time:
9am-12pm Full Swing/Short Game instruction
12pm-1pm Lunch
1:15pm-3:30pm On-course instruction

price: $350 per student

Offered every Wednesday, April-October

Note: Students are encouraged to continue their round after the playing lesson has been completed.

Tillinghast Golf Academy, 2-Day Golf School

No matter what your current skill level, this program can help you improve. With 10 hours of instruction, this is a sure way to improve your game and get a clear understanding of your swing.

Prices are per person Midweek (Monday-Thursday) and Weekends (Friday-Saturday)

Midweek:  $599 single   $520 double   $445 commuter
Weekend:  $799 single   $715 double   $445 commuter

includes:

  • Video analysis
  • Instruction manual
  • Lunch daily at the River Room™restaurant
  • All range, greens, and cart fees
  • 6 Hours of Full Swing/Short Game instruction
  • Two 9-hole playing lessons
  • Class ratio is 5:1 student/teacher
  • One night lodging with full breakfast - midweek
  • Two nights lodging with full breakfast - weekend
  • All taxes and resort fees

Note: Students are encouraged to continue their round after the playing lesson has been completed

time:
9am-12pm  Full Swing/Short Game instruction
12pm-1pm  Lunch
1:15pm-3:30pm On-course instruction

Tillinghast Golf Academy, 3-Day Golf School

Geared for the serious golfer, with 15 hours of instruction, our students leave with a clear understanding of their golf swing and a plan for a lifetime of the legendary game of golf.

Prices are per person Midweek (Monday-Thursday) and Weekends (Friday-Sunday)

Midweek:  $825 single   $700 double   $599 commuter
Weekend:  $999 single   $850 double   $599 commuter

includes:

  • Video analysis
  • Instruction manual
  • Lunch daily at the River Room™restaurant
  • All range, greens, and cart fees
  • 9 Hours of Full Swing/Short Game instruction
  • Three 9-hole playing lessons
  • Class ratio is 5:1 student/teacher
  • Two nights lodging with full breakfast
  • All taxes and resort fees

Note: Students are encouraged to continue their round after the playing lesson has been completed.

time:
9am-12pm Full Swing/Short Game instruction
12pm-1pm Lunch
1:15pm-3:30pm On-course instruction

Tillinghast Golf Academy, Registration Information

If you are interested in a private lesson or in any of the schools,
call 1-800-SHAWNEE (742-9633) ext. 1471
golfacademy@ShawneeInn.com

A credit card is required to guarantee golf instruction and reservation.

Nike Junior Camps

2010 Dates:
June 27-July 1
July 11-15
August 1-5

Click here to register for the Nike Junior Camps.

Cancellation Policy

A credit card is required to book all golf instruction. No charges will be made on cancellations made 10 days prior to the date of the lesson. Any cancellations within 10 days of the lesson will receive a credit to rebook for another date(s) during the 2010 season; in addition a $75 processing fee will be added to the bill for all Full-Day schools.

Weather Policy

During inclement weather, indoor space has been dedicated for instruction.

Shawnee Green Team