Enjoy a 3-day learning experience coupled with the fun and excitement of our four season resort. Holiday Valley is proud to offer the Phil Ritson-Mel Sole Golf School starting May 18, 2012. The Phil Ritson-Mel Sole Golf School is consistantly named one of America's top 5 golf schools and the best golf school value by Golf Magazine. Trip Advisor reports that the Ritson-Sole Golf School has received the most "5 of 5" ratings of any attractions they list. Read all about it!

Students can choose morning or afternoon sessions, 9 AM to noon or 1:30 to 5 PM. Students are grouped into small classes (no more than 4) according to their level of play. Every aspect of the game from tee to green is covered and computerized video analysis monitors students' progress. A personalized tape is provided for follow up practice.

One and two day programs are also available, as are private hourly lessons and on-course playing lessons.

Holiday Valley’s three day Golf School is available Tuesday through Thursday or Friday through Sunday. The cost of Golf School with 3 nights of lodging at the Inn at Holiday Valley is $664.50 per person with double occupancy or $835 per person with single occupancy. The commuter rate for Golf School is $495. For more information and reservations call 800-624-4653 or go to the Phil Ritson Mel Sole Golf School website.  

James Arbogast will be the Holiday Valley instructor for the 2012 summer. James’s playing career began at 11 years old. His love of golf soon over took his love of baseball.  After working with his local professional, he became a very good player and teacher, helping with clinics and schools at his club. The passion was born. James went on to play in the Michigan Open and many mini tours around the Great Lakes region. At 44, James went on to obtain his degree at the Golf Academy of America in Myrtle Beach, SC.
As a teaching professional, James moved to Augusta, Georgia to become an instructor at the International Golf Academy at Jones Creek Golf Club. Soon James was recognized as a very accomplished teacher and mentor for junior golfers and members. Later, James took the position of Head Golf Professional at Grandview Golf Club in Kalkaska, MI., where he also focused heavily on instruction.  With over 20 years of teaching experience, James’s passion for the game has lead him to the Phil Ritson- Mel Sole Golf Schools to become Head Teaching Professional at Holiday Valley Resort.