Going Out: Yas Links golf academy will help you stay mean on greens

Denzil Pinto 14:30 16/07/2016
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  • Dust off the clubs: Yas Links Golf Academy

    The climate in the UAE is scorching but it’s still business as usual at Yas Links where you can take advantage of some exciting promotions at their Golf Academy.

    Besides just playing on a stunning course designed by Kyle Phillips, whether you’re an experienced player or a beginner, there’s something for everyone at the Abu Dhabi venue. Boasting three indoor swing studios, practice facilities as well as its nine-hole floodlit par 3 course, you can hone your skills or learn the basics.

    “Yas Links Golf Academy opened its doors for tuition in March 2010 and it has grown year on year and has never looked back,” said Liam Cregan, senior teaching professional at Yas Links.

    “The professional team at the academy has grown over the years and is able to cater for all golfers; whether it’s juniors, ladies, beginners or advanced golfers.”

    This summer, you can choose from a range of options including their 30-minute lessons. For 10 sessions, you will receive a six-week practice pass as well as one complimentary Par 3 Academy Course Green fee for Dh1,350 (members) and Dh1,500 (guests).

    Alternatively, there are three 50 minute lessons which also includes a four-week practice pass for Dh600 (members) and Dh649 (guests).

    The club also offers off-peak sessions. From 10:00 to 15:00, Sundays to Thursdays, you can get one 50-minute lesson for Dh175 (members) or Dh225 (guests), or take advantage of course management sessions for Dh300 (members) and Dh350 (guests).

    “Yas Links is the only true links golf experience in the UAE. It is a truly unique experience to not only play but to learn,” said Cregan.

    “The highly-trained PGA professionals at the academy have a vast amount of experience of playing links golf. This allows the professional team to not only improve your golf on a technical level but
    they can also help develop your ability to take your golf swing to a golf course and try how to play on a links course including how to play awkward lies, being creative with your short game and much more.”

    With the deals running until the end of September, Cregan insists there are plenty of advantages to signing up.

    “The golf academy has five of the golf industry’s leading analysis tools – GASP Video System, Sam PuttLab, Sam BalanceLab, Trackman and K-Vest TPI 3D,” he said. “These tools can help develop all areas of the game from putting to driving.”

    He added: “Yas Links not only is a unique golf course but it’s also a unique learning environment in Abu Dhabi as we are the only facility that houses such an extensive range of analysis tools as well as the private air conditioned swing studios that enable the students to learn all year round.”

    WHAT: Yas Links Golf Academy Offers
    WHERE: Yas Links, Abu Dhabi
    WHEN: On-going until September 30
    CONTACT: Call 02 810 7710 or email [email protected]

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