Nord Anglia Education and IMG Academy announce global sports and education collaboration   View announcement >

Golf Program

Apply Now
Questions?
Connect with Us
call an
advisor
download our admissions guide
request consult

Golf Academy Overview

No other golf academy in the world has won as many junior tournaments, generated as many college scholarships or put as many players on professional tours as the IMG Academy. Beginning with coaches who complete the most rigorous of instructional certification programs and have years of experience coaching golfers of all skill levels and continuing through every area of the golf school, from instruction to technology, our academy produces and trains the best in the game.

Combine customized technical instruction with our course management and competition methodology, as well as our Performance programs to increase core power, flexibility and focus/confidence, and the golf academy develops golfers who can compete anywhere. Through personalized training and recruitment plans implemented from the day you enter the campus gates, the IMG Academy's golf academy enriches the preparatory process from the foundational level and beyond.

IMG Academy is the title sponsor of the prestigious Junior World Championships

imgjgt-logo

Golf Program Structure

IMG Academy's golf program's streamlined approach ensures each student-athlete is both challenged and properly developing throughout their career. Coaches understand the individualized needs and ability level of each student-athlete and create a semester-long training plan and tournament schedule accordingly. IMG Academy golf places a significant emphasis on improving one’s grades, their game, and their growth.

IMG Academy's golf coaches have the highest levels of collegiate, PGA, and LPGA experience and regularly communicate with both student-athletes and families regarding an individual's progress and improvement. Coaches will work with student-athletes on the following core competencies throughout the year:

  • Technical (tee shots, approach play, short-game, recovery, bunker play, putting)
  • Strategy (planning, preparation, strategy, adaptability, composure, commitment)
  • Physical (strength, power, speed, stability, flexibility, coordination)
  • Mental (focus, control, confidence, resilience, reflection, environment)
  • Goals (purpose, evaluation, action, reflection, short-term, long-term)
  • Life Skills (character, integrity, values, discipline, community, accountability)

From a technical foundation to on-course strategy to mental toughness and goal-setting, IMG Academy's golf program's thorough testing and competition structure allows student-athletes of every level to identify a clear pathway to achieve their ultimate goals.

Detailed student-athlete performance reports also offer clarity and transparency on key areas such as driver and approach performance, short game and putting testing, core competencies both on and off the course, and more.

Development Process

Testing Technical Tasks Tournament Transition
Measure & Evaluate Plan & Practice Trial & Retest Prepare & Play Reflect & Assess
Weeks 1 - 2 Weeks 2 - 4 Weeks 4 - 6 Weeks 6 - 8 Weeks 8 - 12
Analyze data
Determine potential
Priorities & actions
Service periods
Retrain patterns & habits
Individual practice plan
Street test competences
Create competitive environment
Exploration and adaptability
Practice rounds
Strategy
Routines & processes
Highlight progression
Set new priorities & actions
Clarity & commitment
Outcome Goal Outcome Goal Outcome Goal Outcome Goal Outcome Goal
Completion and review of all the analyzed data establishing benchmarks Establish a clear understanding of information and actions Confirmation of skill competence and capabilities in all the different areas Close the margins between the A, B, & C game Understanding of the key actions required on the areas identified for improvement
Sample Performance Report

Athletic and Personal Development

Athletic and Personal Development plays an integral role in the overall development of each golf student-athlete. Athletic and Personal Development instructors focus on crucial areas such as mental toughness, vision training, nutrition, leadership, communication, and more to ensure that IMG Academy golf student-athletes understand what it takes to succeed at the highest levels.

Learn More

Academics

Grades 6-12

IMG Academy’s collegiate-style schedule provides the ultimate preparation for student-athletes to succeed at the next level. Golf student-athletes have the ability to select their courses and electives to identify their areas of interest ahead of enrolling into the collegiate program that best aligns with their academic and athletic goals.

View Grades 6-12 Curriculum

Post-Graduate

Post-graduates train within IMG’s boarding school program, allowing them to immerse within a competitive environment while still having a team of expert coaches guiding them throughout their career. Post-graduate student-athletes compete in junior events as well as on the West Florida Golf Tour. Post-graduates will gain invaluable experience prior to college, including collegiate course credits and a network of resources, without affecting their NCAA eligibility.

Learn More about Post-Graduate

SAMPLE GOLF STUDENT-ATHLETE SCHEDULE

BREAKFAST / 6:00 - 7:00 AM

SCHOOL / 7:45 - 12:20 PM

LUNCH / 12:30 - 1:30 PM

GROUP MEETING WITH COACH / 1:30 - 2:00 PM

GOLF TRAINING / 2:00 - 4:45 PM

PHYSICAL CONDITIONING / 5:00 - 6:00 PM

YOGA OR VISION TRAINING / 6:00 - 7:00 PM

DINNER / 7:00 - 8:00 PM

Competition

Notable Tournament Participation

Student-athletes will train alongside other golfers who have similar goals and skills levels while also having the opportunity to compete against both local and national competition.

Student-athletes have competed in the following notable tournaments and tours:

  • IMG Junior Golf Tour
  • American Junior Golf Association(AJGA)
  • ANNIKA Invitational
  • Junior Ryder Cup
  • Kathy Whitworth Invitational
  • U.S. Jr. Boys
  • U.S. Jr. Girls
  • U.S. Women's Amateur
  • Scott Robertson Memorial
  • Southern Jr.
  • Symetra Tour Events
  • Western Jr.
  • World Junior Golf Ranking (WJGR) Tournaments
  • Wyndham Cup

IMG Junior Golf Tour

IMG Junior Golf Tour is aligned to compliment the existing Golf Performance curriculum affording IMG student-athletes the ability to grow and develop at different ages and stages, preparing for a more stable platform of success.

IMG Junior World Championships

All-Star Series

Players who are ranked in the All-Star category will have their own tailored event schedule prepared and planned by their personal coach.

Challenger Series

IMGA students ranked in the Challenger category will play 7 mandatory events, three in the fall and four in the spring. Event selection will be aligned to student experience and coach planning.

Core series

All IMGA students in the full-time program will be enrolled in 7 mandatory events, helping develop competitive growth and experience. The schedule will have three events in the fall and four in the spring.

Program & Alumni Accomplishments

82 Student-athletes placed at D1 institutions since 2014

2019 U.S. Girls Amateur Champion, Angelina (Lei) Ye

2018 U.S. Junior Amateur Champion, Michael Thorbjornsen

2016 PGA Tour Rookie of the Year, Emiliano Grillo

180+ Rolex All-Americans

10 Rolex Player of the Year winners

7 AJGA Scholastic All-Americans

10 AJGA Junior All-Stars

1000+ Junior tournament wins

16 Jr. World Champions

15 NCAA Champions (Individual and Team)

14 USGA Champions

Technology & Facilities

Inside the Tour Studio

The IMG Academy golf program is home to the most advanced technology available in the game. Inside the Tour Studio powered by Cool Clubs, golfers have access to technology that aids in the personalization of their training along with offerings ranging from adjustments to your existing equipment to custom club production of new equipment tested specifically to fit your game. Our experienced team analyzes every aspect of a player's current club performance and ball flight, from their club head speed to launch angles, and recommends equipment to optimize shot-making capabilities and maximize potential. Additional technology inside the Tour Studio includes:

K-Vest

K-Vest is a wireless system that instantaneously measures players’ power signatures and 3D data and assesses player characteristics. It provides an extensive library of pre-built training programs and drills and also has the ability to customize them.

SAM PUTTLAB

SAM PuttLab analyzes 28 parameters of the player’s putting stroke and displays the results in easy to understand graphic reports, where players and coaches can discover individual strengths and weaknesses for a better and more efficient training.

BodiTrak

BodiTrak is the industry’s leader for ground reaction force-sensing mats and associated education. Their products give you real-time data and insight on how an athlete interacts with the ground.

Trackman Golf Radar

Golf radar not only helps map key data parameters – ball speed, attack angle, club path, face angle, etc. – but it also captures the golf swing with a built-in HD video camera or with the use of external cameras.

golf technology

On-Campus & Golf Club Facilities

  • Golf Center with meeting rooms for players and coaches, coaches' offices, and Tour Studio powered by Cool Clubs
  • Double-sided driving range with fairway bunker
  • Multiple target and putting greens
    • Portable TrackMan and K-Vest from Tour Studio used on practice ranges and greens
  • 18-hole golf course

Performance and Sports Science Center

  • Mind Gym for mental conditioning sessions and vision training
  • Yoga studio
  • Strength and conditioning equipment
  • Classrooms for nutrition and leadership training
  • Athletic training facility for recovery and regeneration, including hot and cold tubs

IMG Academy Golf Club

IMG Academy Golf Club is Bradenton's premiere public golf course and is open to the public and members alike. Home to the IMG Academy golf students, the natural beauty of IMG Academy Golf Club is both rivaled and complimented by a great golf experience. The Golf Club features an 18-hole championship golf course, multiple practice areas, grille room and bar, as well as a fitness room that provides an array of fitness and cardio equipment. It is a true test for low handicap players, and also eminently playable for high handicappers who consider it extremely fair, yet challenging.

Learn More

Golf Academy Photo Gallery

Admissions

All prospective student-athletes must submit a completed application, including academic records and recommendations.

Golf Program Tuition

For academic year 2022-2023, tuition ranges from $72,400 to $94,900 per year depending on age, boarding and grade of student-athlete. Go to our tuition page for the full sport-by-sport cost breakdown.

Golf Camps

A great way to learn more about IMG Academy is to attend a camp and see first-hand how to take your game to the next level.

Meet the Director: Kevin Craggs

IMG Academy announced the addition of renowned PGA Advanced Fellow Professional and former tournament player Kevin Craggs as Director of Golf. In his role, Craggs will oversee all aspects of the IMG Academy golf program for boarding school, camps, professional training, and events.

Kevin Craggs

Coach Spotlight

Kevin Craggs - Director

After playing on the European tour for several years, Kevin moved into coaching and for many years was the Scottish National Team Coach. He built his career on developing golfers at all levels, from the juniors through the professional ranks on both the European and U.S. tours.

Golf Coaches & Staff

Load More

Notable Golf Program College Commitments

Student-athletes receive guidance from college placement specialists and sport coaches for reaching their goal of playing their sport at the collegiate level. This work begins when a student enters upper school at grade 9 and above.

golf matriculation map

Testimonials

florida golf academy athletes

I got the discipline from going to golf, and then going to school and preparing myself mentally when I go to college because it’s a similar structure. I’m challenged every day because I have three AP classes and Honors classes. I’ve also been exposed to LPGA tournaments.

- Mika Liu IMG Academy Alumna
florida golf academy athletes

Overall, I had everything I needed, from coaching, facilities, training, gym, food, so, whoever wants to get better in their specific sport, coming here with the environment and atmosphere with all the students who have the same goal - it’s amazing and the best way to get better.

- Laetitia Beck IMG Academy Alumna
florida golf academy athletes

The main thing is here, a lot of the teachers are really good, and they’re really supportive. Especially the LRC [Learning Resource Center] – the help I get is really useful.

- Lucas Stewart IMG Academy Alumnus