LOCATION AND PRICES

This semi-private, privately-owned Country Club boasts two championship golf courses rated among the best in the Carolinas. The layouts, known as The East and The West Courses, were designed by the world-famous Ellis Maples, who called Whispering Pines his home. Both courses have Bermuda fairways and Pencross bent grass greens.

The East Course was the host site in the year 2000 for the Women's Eastern Golf Association championship. The champion, Beth Bauer, was a member of the Duke University Golf Team, and represented the USA in the Curtis Cup competition before joining the LPGA this past summer.

Playing across large greens and rolling fairways lined with pine trees and strategically placed bunkers, The East Course is both a challenge for the low handicapper and a pleasure to play for the average golfer. There are five tee locations so that every level of player can hope for that elusive par.

The East Course is par 72 and The West Course is par 71. The East plays about 524 yards longer at 7094 yards versus the West at 6570 yards.

Shorter than its sister course, The West Course is made for the more precise golfer and is a striking contrast to The East. Smaller greens, with ponds and streams in play on 12 holes, and complemented by a picturesque setting, The West Course is a welcome diversion for members and guests alike.

The impressive clubhouse features a fully stocked Golf Shop and full locker room facilities for men and women. A restaurant, bar, and large banquet area means that the clubhouse is always playing host to some type of social function. A driving range, a practice pitching green complete with sand bunkers, and two putting greens are available to fine tune your game.

The Country Club of Whispering Pines owns and operates 32 villas and 9 suites for guests wanting to stay and play on our golf courses.

The Villas are just a wedge shot from the clubhouse and the first tees. A stay at the Villas offers a welcome alternative to the often busy and crowded resorts found elsewhere.

All rooms are spacious and comfortable and each has its own deck...offering views of either Thagards Lake, the pool, the tennis courts, or the golf course.

Here's what makes National Golf School better:

• Our classes are never more than 4 students per PGA Pro for your morning session at the practice stations and never more than 3 students per PGA Pro for your afternoon playing lesson.
• You get a playing lesson with your PGA Professional each and every day of your school.
• We use PGA Professionals who are highly skilled Instructors, who know how to teach and play this great game. Many have been former Tour Pros, Head Professionals, Teaching Professionals, and Directors of Instruction who were chosen by us for their passion to help others. Many are really fun, patient people at the top of their field who are great with everyone from beginners to accomplished players.
• You name the dates you want your school and we will honor them. Your school will be according to your schedule, not only ours

Daily itinerary for National Golf School: The Country Club of Whispering Pines

• 9:00 -12:00: Practice stations for personal lessons with your PGA professional. We will also video tape your swing for a take home teaching analysis.
• 12:00 - 12:45: Lunch
• 12:45 - 3:00pm: On course play with your PGA Professional.
• 3:00 pm: Unlimited Golf

All of our schools include:

• Luxury Accommodations
• Lunch daily
• 5 Hours of Instruction each day which includes:
• 3 hour morning instructional session each day. Covers full swing, short game, chipping, pitching, bunker play, and putting.
• Afternoon on-course instruction minimum 2 Hours per day
• Green and Cart Fees each school day
• 4 to 1 Student to Teacher Ratio
• Upgrades Available to 2 to 1 and 1 on 1 Ratio
• Bag Storage
• High Speed Video Analysis Upon Request
• Student reference handbook with instructional tips and personalized swing keys
• Unlimited use of the range on school days
• Commuter Package includes Lunch, No Lodging
• New! Included with every school is a autographed copy of "Great Golf for Life" by Patrick Livingston, PGA.

National Golf School at: The Country Club of Whispering Pines
Customized Golf School Dates: Schools run continuously all year. Call now to reserve! All prices are with a 4 to 1 student to teacher ratio. Available options are: 2 to 1 ratio is available for an additional $100 per person per day. 1 to 1 ratio ( your own private Instructor ) is available for an additional $200 per day For a personal school with Pat Livingston, click here For a personal school with PGA Tour veteran Ed Sneed, click here.
Packages	Commuter	Single	Double
2 Day / 2 Night	$599	$849	$675
3 Day / 3 Night	$899	$1199	$999
5 Day /5 Night	$1499	$1999	$1699
Based on availability of lodging, golf course and instructor. Call for customized golf school packages.

To speak to a PGA Professional about your needs call toll free 1-877-580-1500. To have your questions answered by e-mail, click here.

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