THE GOLF ACADEMY
The award-winning Banyan Golf Club has become a leading teaching facility in the region based on the sound principles laid down by golf professional John Wither. His teachings in golf has helped not just beginners but also local amateurs and Asian tour professionals – all based upon three words – keeping it simple!
John, from St Andrews, Scotland is a British PGA Professional. He had a successful playing career on the Asian Tour having won the Volvo China Open and played in the Open Championships before opening his own golf academy in Thailand. Over the past 5-years, John Wither has won the award consecutively for “Best Professional Golf Coach in Asia Pacific” by Asian Golf.
Golf lessons are between one hour duration or as a package. John uses video analysis which helps students to understand their swing. Most attention is paid to the basics, grip, posture and tempo, realizing that everyone is different and have their own ‘built-in’ natural swing patterns.
PRICE PER PERSONEquipment & green fees not included |
PRICE PER COUPLEEquipment & green fees not included |
|---|---|
| 1 hour lesson 1,750 THB for visitors | 1 hour lesson 2,650 THB for visitors |
| 1 hour lesson 1,500 THB for members | 1 hour lesson 2,000 THB for members |
| 10% discount for Banyan Privilege Members on visitor’s rates | |
INTRODUCTION TO GOLF
Duration: 2 hours
This package is designed to introduce new players to the game of golf and to learn the basics of 1. grip, 2. stance, 3. ball position 4. swing
- Welcome / Introduction:
- Welcome drink at the golf club
- Summary of basic golf, rules and etiquette
- Tour of the golf course and facilities
- Chipping & Putting (Short game)
- Driving range to learn the golf swing
- Debrief and refreshments
Special Package Price “INTRODUCTION TO GOLF”
Single: THB 3,500
Couple: THB 4,500
Prices include: Golf equipment (clubs + range balls + tees)
10% discount for Banyan Privilege Members If you are enthusiastic about golf and would like to continue with more lessons, we offer follow-up packages.
PLAY GOLF IN 3 DAYS
Day 1 – duration 2 hours
- Introduction + the basic fundamentals of grip, stance and ball position
- At the putting green you will get a general “feel” for golf
- We then playing short shots around the green to develop a general understanding of the movements involved in the golf swing
Day 2 – duration 2 hours
- On the driving range you start to learn the full swing resulting in further golf shots
- By using different golf clubs, you also learn the subtle differences between the clubs and their uses on the golf course
Day 3 – duration 3 hours
- On the golf course you will play your first 9 holes of golf
- Please note that we will play in the late afternoon when the course is really quiet.
After completing the full course:
- A “Certificate” will be issued in your name, and
- Your handicap profile will be arranged for on True Handicap
Special Package Price “PLAY GOLF IN 3 DAYS”
Single: THB 14,900
Couple: THB 21,900
Prices include: Golf equipment (clubs + range balls + tees), green fee, golf cart & caddie
10% discount for Banyan Privilege Members If you are enthusiastic about golf and would like to continue with more lessons, we offer follow-up packages
