ORLANDO, Fla. - Marriott Golf Academy and its on-site club fitter, Golf Fitting Studio, were recently included in two prestigious lists from one of golf’s top magazines, Golf Digest.

Golf Digest called Marriott Golf Academy in Orlando, Fla. “One of the Best Academies in the U.S.,” noting the Academy’s highly trained teachers, small teacher-to-student ratios and its use of the latest in swing-analysis technology. Marriott Golf Academy was also one of only three golf schools in Florida to be named.

Golf Fitting Studio, the on-site club builders and fitters at Marriott Golf Academy, was recognized by Golf Digest as one of “America’s Best Clubfitters.” The annual list is compiled from reader and golf industry recommendations and a survey of nearly 1,500 members of an esteemed course-ratings panel.

Marriott Golf Academy—located in Orlando and Palm Desert, Calif.—is the ultimate environment for golfers of all skill levels to improve their game while enjoying the comfort and hospitality of Marriott Vacation Club resorts. By combining custom club-fitting programs from Golf Fitting Studio, proven instructional expertise, a personalized training approach and superior technology, Marriott Golf Academy’s wide menu of golf instruction helps golfers of all skill levels reach their full potential.

From one-hour hour private lessons to three-day golf schools which include lunch, rounds of golf and access to the practice facility, Marriott Golf Academy’s programs cater to the individual needs of each student.

Marriott Golf Academy’s learn-and-stay packages at Marriott's Grande Vista in Orlando, Fla., and Marriott's Shadow Ridge in Palm Desert, Calif., include spacious villa accommodations, resort amenities, comfortable dining and world-class practice facilities, all close to local attractions and activities.

For more information, go to MarriottGolfAcademy.com.

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About Marriott Golf Academy - With locations in Orlando, Fla., and Palm Desert, Calif., Marriott Golf Academy combines the world-class service and hospitality of Marriott with expert instructional programming. From low-handicap elite golfers seeking a competitive advantage, to newcomers to the game seeking an introductory program that is matched to their needs, Marriott Golf Academy offers programming for the entire family, at two desirable Marriott Vacation Club destinations. For more information on all programs and packages offered by Marriott Golf Academy, golfers should call marriottgolfacademy.com.

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Erica Ettori
Marriott Vacations Worldwide
Phone: (407) 513-6606
erica.ettori@mvwc.com