JUNIOR GOLF PROGRAMS
GARY GILCHRIST JUNIOR GOLF S NO. 1 COACH Simply put, Gary Gilchrist is synonymous with junior golf. In a coaching career that spans more than 20 years, Gilchrist has been responsible for recruiting, training and developing more top-ranked junior level golfers than any other coach in the business. In 1995, Gilchrist was charged with developing the first full-time junior golf academy in the world. He has built several world-renowned academies and trained many teachers into becoming distinguished coaches. Gilchrist has dedicated his life coaching top junior amateurs and golf professionals, many of whom have won several tournaments and major championships. Over the years, his players have accepted scholarships to many of the best NCAA and NAIA colleges at every level throughout the United States. Though Gilchrist was initially trained as a technical teacher, he quickly realized if he was to take golfers to the next level, they needed to master more than just technique. His students success comes from his philosophy of five main areas that creates a comprehensive training program incorporating every aspect of being a champion. Welcome to the Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy! It has always been my goal to grow and support the game through education and coaching, both teachers and junior golfers, to help them reach their full potential and realize their dreams. - Gary Gilchrist Golf Digest Top 50 in America Golf Magazine Top 100 in America FCG Top 25 Elite Jr Golf Coach in USA www.garygilchristgolf.com
222+ 75 6 wins since 2005 American Junior Golf Association All-Americans AJGA Players of the Year 2 2 1 U.S. Amateur Champions U.S. Junior Girls Champions NCAA Women s Champion TRAINING & PLAYING LIKE CHAMPIONS In his illustrious coaching career, Gary Gilchrist has taught more than 75 American Junior Golf Association All-Americans, six AJGA Players of the Year, two U.S. Amateur Champions (American David Gossett and Colombia s Maria Jose Uribe), two U.S. Junior Girls Champions (Chile s Nicole Perrot and Korea s In-Kyung Kim), one NCAA Women s Champion (Thailand s Virada Nirapathpongporn) and two U.S. Public Links champions (America s Michelle Wie and China s Fumie Alice Jo). Gary Gilchrist teaches many of the game s best professionals including #1 LPGA Player in the World - Lydia Ko, 2016 Rolex Player of the Year Ariya Jutanugarn, winner of 5 tournaments in 2016 including the Ricoh Women s British Open, China s Olympic Bronze Medal winning LPGA Tour player - Shanshan Feng and helped Yani Tseng ascend to No. 1 in the world. Collectively these professionals have won 7 majors since 2010 under Gilchrist s guidance - Tseng (4), Feng (2) & Jutanugarn (1). Gilchrist also currently coaches other pros including PGA professional Morgan Hoffmann and LPGA professionals Paula Creamer and Moriya Jutanugarn. Shanshan Feng Ariya Jutanugarn Lydia Ko Moriya Jutanugarn
OVERVIEW OF PROGRAMS At the Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy (GGGA), our mission is to provide the best golf academy environment that allows all golfers to reach their true potential. Every golfer is different. With that in mind, we have created a unique approach to athletic development. The training program is personally overseen and directed by junior golf s No. 1 coach, Gary Gilchrist. No matter which program you attend at the Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy, we adopt this holistic approach to give you the ultimate opportunity to be your best. If you have a passion for excellence and you strive to be the best athlete you can be, then GGGA is the place for you! Overall assessment of the student s current ability using state-of-the-art Trackman swing analysis technology Development plan and progress tracking with Edufii Assistance with tournament competition schedule Full-time supervision by GGGA Houseparents Nutritious meals Daily Transportation Spacious condominium accommodations (2 students per room) Training program taught by Gary Gilchrist and the GGGA coaching team Personalized Mental and Fitness training programs for each student
ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT The Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy has developed a specialized holistic approach to accelerate student development and achieve optimal results in the shortest amount of time. The academy coaches individuals by focusing on the 5 key areas of development. At GGGA, our training is intensive with incredible attention to detail. The learn, prepare and perform model is the foundation of the golf program and player development. The focus is on training and preparing for the ultimate objective: peak performance in competition. TECHNICAL STRATEGY MENTAL FITNESS PERSONAL
GGGA PROGRAMS INDIVIDUAL TRAINING Come to GGGA and customize a package specific to your needs. The options are endless; more technical training, a focus on fitness, extra time working on course strategy, or preparing for a special tournament. Book by the hour or by the day, boarding and non-boarding options are available. SHORT TERM AND TOURNAMENT TRAINING Weekly and tournament training programs at GGGA provide world-class golf instruction experience in an environment that is fun, competitive, and nurturing for the junior golf athlete. Students will improve their fundamentals, establish the development of their game and get a glimpse of what it s like to train in our Full- Time Junior Program. FULL-TIME JUNIOR This is our most effective program. It offers a nine month immersive experience to prepare students for competitive tournament play so they can thrive at the junior, collegiate and professional levels. The program is an all-day program that integrates academics, golf, fitness, mental training and personal development. POST-GRADUATE / GAP YEAR This program is tailored to high school post-graduates who aim to play college golf. By utilizing the gap year, we prepare students technically, physically and mentally to reach their full potential and excel. This program is well-suited to monthly, full semester or year-long training. ALUMNI Our Alumni Program allows Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy students to either return to our campus to utilize the facility and have private training with a GGGA coach or take advantage of remote coaching through the use of Edufii and swing analysis. Visit ggga.com/programs for more information
A DAY IN THE LIFE CAMP / BOARDING FULL-TIME POST-GRAD 8 a.m. Wake up, breakfast at housing and off to training Wake up, breakfast and school at Montverde Academy Wake up, breakfast at housing and off to training 9 a.m. Golf training begins 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Trackman video swing analysis On range fitness assessment and training Academic Classes College Preparation Social Student Interaction Fitness training On range drills and routines 12 p.m. Lunch Break Lunch at Montverde Academy 1 p.m. Lunch Break 2 p.m. 3 p.m. On range training or on course strategy including drills, routines, goal setting Golf training begins including: On range training or on course strategy including drills, routines, tournament preparation On course strategy and tournament preparation 4 p.m. Mental group training and concentration, tension management and more 5 p.m. Group Fitness Group Fitness Meet with College Assistance Advisor 6 p.m. Buffet dinner Buffet dinner Buffet dinner 7 p.m. Activities such as movies, PGA superstore, theme parks, shopping and more Return to housing for homework and wind-down Evening PG activities
Our students have gone on to some of the top college golf programs and universities in the country. The road to college includes a comprehensive approach to preparing academically, training, tournaments and discovering the best college for each student. At Montverde, a student s educational requirements are addressed for their future. THE BEST COLLEGIATE PROGRAMS DEMAND TOP TIER STUDENT ATHLETES GGGA is partnered with Montverde Academy to provide our Full-Time students with the academic excellence they need to reach their goals. Located just 15 minutes away from GGGA housing, Montverde Academy is a private, K-12 institution, which has a long history of preparing students for the rigors of college. They are flexible and offer different academic plans based on each student s needs and are well equipped to handle our international students requiring ESL (English as a Second Language) instruction.
COLLEGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The College Assistance Program is an additional opportunity to invest in helping GGGA students navigate the college golf recruiting process. We recommend the best fit for them both athletically and academically. The selection, application and acceptance process to play for a college golf team is far more challenging than one would think. At the Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy, we are experienced with these challenges and have developed a plan for achieving our student s goal of playing college golf and strive towards a golf scholarship. PROGRAM The Role of the College Assistance Manager - Provide continuous monitoring, tracking, counseling and education on the Road to College - Assist with mastering correspondence, email communication and timing of outreach to coaches INCLUDES - Develop individualized list of best fit colleges and universities, based upon both golf and academic aspirations - Facilitate player resume - Aid in preparing for college visits and interviews - Teach and review personal relations, etiquette and life skills - Create a custom golf video profile featuring student s swing - Travel for chaperoned college visits when needed
TOOLS FOR SUCCESS Edufii is an online community used by coaches and students at the Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy. This tool allows our students and families access to multiple features from its app on any cell phone or computer. Edufii is designed for simple navigation, allowing students and their parents access to training tools such as : Saving Videos Assessments Practice drills Development plans Tracking their progress Tournament schedules Communicate directly with coaches Many more features Track Your Progress Message Your Coaches Watch Swing Videos
STUDENT LIFE At GGGA, we believe rest and recovery contribute to a quality training program. Providing our students with a safe, caring and nurturing environment helps them feel at home. Along with the comfort of a home away from home, we strive to help them build their character, on and off the golf course. Not only can our students spend the weekend playing a round of golf at local courses, they can also be found volunteering with local organizations in the community, spending the day at theme parks like Universal Studios, going bowling, seeing a movie, shopping at the many different Orlando shopping malls, playing laser tag, paintball, seeing NBA basketball game and much more!
ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE 1 Speak with a Program Advisor With an overview of your golf background, we recommend the best program for your needs. A site visit includes a student golf assessment and tours of the GGGA housing, practice and fitness facilities, Montverde Academy and meetings with the GGGA team. 2 Complete Player Profile Online To apply for admission to GGGA, the first step is to fill out your player profile: ggga.com/admission 3 Upon Acceptance to GGGA Secure your spot with your program deposit and signed enrollment contract 4 Apply to Montverde Academy Full-Time Program Only Visit the website, complete the application and submit the application fee. montverde.org/page/admissions +1 352 484 0787 programs@ggga.com