Golf resort helps pupils tee-up
Gleneagles has joined forces with a leading independent school to tee-up a programme which aims to combine world-class golf coaching and outstanding academic education.
Expert staff at the renowned Perthshire resort will mentor youngsters from Dollar Academy as part of a project which officially gets underway in August.
The golf programme caters for everyone from complete beginners through to experienced players, with all participants receiving personal development plans.
Coaching will be provided by Gleneagles’team of PGA professionals, with sessions organised around academic lessons.
In addition to the three championship courses, nine-hole par three Wee Course and extensive practice facilities at Gleneagles, budding players will also be able to make use of the nine-hole Dollar Golf Course – which is located right next to the school situated at the foot of the Ochils.
Andrew Jowett, head of golf at Gleneagles, commented:“Golf has always offered all ages a wonderful platform from which to learn and develop important interpersonal life skills, and we are genuinely excited to be working with Dollar Academy on a programme that offers pupils an enjoyable and friendly gateway into the sport.
“This programme forms a key part of our plans to introduce more young players to the game in the local community.”
Dollar Academy rector Ian Munro said:“We believe in a holistic approach to education that allows our pupils to discover and develop their passions, whether that be in the classroom, auditorium, sports pitch or, in this case, golf course.
“Our extensive cocurricular programme has always been a key feature at the school, with pupils able to choose from over 100 different clubs and activities.
“This partnership with Gleneagles will enhance our current golf programme, and ensure our pupils have the opportunity to grow their knowledge of the game through expert guidance and access to worldrenowned facilities.”