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Willowick Golf Academy offers one on one golf instruction, adult and junior private golf lessons, and adult and junior semi-private golf lessons for two students. The program also includes junior and adult on-course playing golf lessons, custom club fitting, weekly coaching classes based on the Operation 36 Curriculum, and Operation 36 Play Days that are structured 9-hole play days.
• Ages: 6–18 years old
• Schedule: 8-Week Operation 36 Program
• Price: Adult Private Lesson 45 minutes $100.00; Junior Private Lesson 45 minutes $70.00; Adult Semi-Private (2 students) 60 minutes $130.00; Junior Semi-Private (2 students) 60 minutes $90.00; Junior On-Course Playing Lesson 90 minutes $125.00; Adult On-Course Playing Lesson 90 minutes $175.00; Custom Club Fitting 60 minutes $120.00
Lessons are one on one instruction with Head Golf Professional Ari Rieger, a PGA Class A professional on staff, and are scheduled with the instructor at various times to suit each family’s needs. The program follows a personalized and holistic approach to golf instruction that combines modern technology with timeless fundamentals, fitness, course management, and mental coaching. Diverse classes at Willowick Golf Academy cater to all levels, from junior beginners to competitive players, and the Operation 36 Program is described as ideal for newcomers and those in Levels 1 and 2 (25 and 50 yards) of Operation 36. The Operation 36 curriculum covers 12 skills across 6 levels, and Operation 36 Play Days start from 25-yard holes at Level 1 and encourage shooting a score of 36, progressing to larger distances, with an Operation 36 Mobile App available to track skills, earn rewards, and stay connected with coach schedules and communication. One parent review notes that the course is a great value for Orange County, is easy to walk, has a clubhouse and friendly people, and that its tree lined fairways will test any golfer’s skills.
Last updated March 27, 2026.
• Ages: 6–18 years old
• Schedule: 8-Week Operation 36 Program
• Price: Adult Private Lesson 45 minutes $100.00; Junior Private Lesson 45 minutes $70.00; Adult Semi-Private (2 students) 60 minutes $130.00; Junior Semi-Private (2 students) 60 minutes $90.00; Junior On-Course Playing Lesson 90 minutes $125.00; Adult On-Course Playing Lesson 90 minutes $175.00; Custom Club Fitting 60 minutes $120.00
Lessons are one on one instruction with Head Golf Professional Ari Rieger, a PGA Class A professional on staff, and are scheduled with the instructor at various times to suit each family’s needs. The program follows a personalized and holistic approach to golf instruction that combines modern technology with timeless fundamentals, fitness, course management, and mental coaching. Diverse classes at Willowick Golf Academy cater to all levels, from junior beginners to competitive players, and the Operation 36 Program is described as ideal for newcomers and those in Levels 1 and 2 (25 and 50 yards) of Operation 36. The Operation 36 curriculum covers 12 skills across 6 levels, and Operation 36 Play Days start from 25-yard holes at Level 1 and encourage shooting a score of 36, progressing to larger distances, with an Operation 36 Mobile App available to track skills, earn rewards, and stay connected with coach schedules and communication. One parent review notes that the course is a great value for Orange County, is easy to walk, has a clubhouse and friendly people, and that its tree lined fairways will test any golfer’s skills.
Last updated March 27, 2026.
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