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The Palm Desert Golf Academy at Desert Willow Golf Resort
Golf Club with Lessons · Palm Desert, California
★ 4.9
77 reviews
The Palm Desert Golf Academy at Desert Willow is a World-Class golf instruction facility providing the finest in instruction, golf clubs, club repair and group clinics. PGA Certified Instruction has been an important component in the twenty-year success of the Desert's premier golfing destination. Director of Instruction, Paul Bucy and staff believe that using the correct equipment, proper physical conditioning and having a structured environment for practice is as important as sound technique when taking your game to the next level. They offer state-of-the art video computer swing analysis, golf fitness evaluations, and teach innovative swing drills accelerating the learning process.
Services
After School Programs
Banquet
Course Maintenance
Course Management
Custom Club Fitting
Event Planning
Fitness Training
Golf Clinics
Golf Fitness Classes
Golf Fitness Evaluations
Golf Training
Group Golf Lessons
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Hours
- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- 8 AM – 3 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM – 3 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM – 3 PM
- Fri
- 8 AM – 3 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM – 3 PM
- Sun
- Closed
Details confirmed September 2026 · Google Business Profile
38500 Portola Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Common questions
Answers are generated from public sources and Google's “People also ask”.
- Is a 1 hour golf lesson enough?
- A one-hour lesson can be enough to address a specific issue or introduce a new concept, but consistent improvement usually requires multiple sessions plus practice between lessons.
- How many golf lessons should a beginner take?
- Beginners often benefit from 4–6 initial lessons to build fundamentals like grip, stance, and swing basics, followed by ongoing lessons as skills develop.
- Do I tip a golf pro for lessons?
- Tipping isn't required but is a nice gesture for excellent instruction, especially at resorts; many students tip 15–20% or give a small cash gift for extended packages.
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