Inspiring Golf Camp - Bradfield College

All camps include evening activities and players’ lounge, giving players a taste of the college life.

• Mix of single and shared bedrooms

• 2 full-sized indoor basketball courts

• Indoor sports center

• Strength and conditioning suite

• Players’ lounge with TV, table football and games consoles

• Free Wi-Fi

• Laundry facilities

• On-site camp shop

• 3 nutritionally balanced meals a day and an evening snacks, including vegetarian options.

Oxford Tour:

• Dates: Starts 1 July, 15 July, 29 July, 12 August.
• Experience: Explore Oxford's historic university city with rich academic history and stunning architecture.

Theme Park:

• Dates: Starts 8 July, 22 July, 5 August.
• Activities: Over 30 rides for all preferences, from high-speed rollercoasters to gentle fairground attractions.

London Excursion (13-night campers):

• Exclusive for 13-night camp participants.
• Highlights: Visit iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace and The Houses of Parliament, plus afternoon shopping in the capital.

Weekly Competition at Sandford Springs Golf Club:

• Format: 18-hole round in fourballs, grouped by ability, with a coach.
• Challenges: Longest drive, closest to the pin, putting contest.
• Rewards: Points from challenges converted into prizes.

• Airport Transfer Service: Available for children arriving/departing at Heathrow or Gatwick during specified times. Must be booked in advance.

• Parent Airport Drop-off/Collection: Specific times for drop-off and collection at Heathrow or Gatwick. Book this service if an adult is handling child's airport transfer.

• Arrival: For flights arriving 08:00 - 16:00 on Monday. Staff meet children in arrivals hall. Supervised transfer to camp venue, with potential short wait for other arrivals.

• Departure: For flights departing 11:00 - 18:00 on Sunday. Staff assist with airport check-in and coordinate with airline’s unaccompanied minor service if needed.

Players can choose from either Total Golf or Golf + English sessions.

Option 1: Total Golf

• Up to 24 hours a week of golf coaching and on-course play
• Up to 8 hours a week of sports-related workshops. Workshop topics:
  • Nutrition: Importance of diet and hydration in sports performance.
  • Diversity & Inclusion: Promoting equality and embracing diversity in sports.
  • Elite Performance: Insights into achieving top-level athletic success.
  • Yoga: Focused on injury prevention and enhancing flexibility.
  • Wellness: Education on physical and mental health habits.
• Recovery Activities: Yoga and other exercises to manage daily training intensity.
• Suitable for all English language abilities except beginners

Option 2: Golf + English

• Up to 24 hours a week of golf coaching and on-course play
• Up to 13 hours a week of English Language lessons using an accelerated model of English learning
• Suitable for all English language abilities
• 1:12 teacher to student ratio (average).
• Individual take-home report.
• Sport-themed classes using CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) for engaging and interactive English learning.
• Activities include sports-based projects, discussions, and exercises like player interviews and match commentaries.
• Emphasis on improving verbal communication in English.
• English teachers live on-site, ensuring English is spoken throughout the camp.
• Based on age and ability, with an online assessment pre-camp and teacher evaluation on arrival for accurate placement.
• Players receive a written report and advice for continued learning at home.

Program Highlights

• Players follow a PGA professional-designed training program.
• Training on Bradfield College's 9-hole course and state-of-the-art golf performance studio.
• Visits to a local driving range and tournament play at a top nearby golf course.
• Focus on skill development, technique correction, and comprehensive feedback using Trackman 4 technology, Boditrak pressure system, and CAPTO putting analysis.
• Outcomes: Enhanced game understanding, international friendships, and boosted self-confidence.

Simon McGreal:

• 25+ years as PGA professional.

• Tour Experience: Competed in Canadian/Korn Ferry & PGA Tours.

• Developing junior talent.

• Full-time resident PGA professional at Bradfield College.

• Competes in UK’s Masters Tour.

Dean Halford:

• PGA Advanced Professional.

• Experience with European Tour professionals.

• Former Director of Golf at Millfield School, worked with Rory McIlroy during his junior years.

• Current position: Director of Golf at Mill Hill School.

• Specializes in developing junior players.

• Pocket Money Advice: Regarding pocket money, while everything is covered in the camp, players can bring around £50 - £200 in cash or a UK-activated credit/debit card for optional snacks on-camp and souvenirs during trips. The cash will be kept in the camp bank, except for small amounts for on-site snacks. Bringing spending money is optional.

• Extra nights: £250 not available at any venue before the first camp start date or after the final camp end date.

• London Heathrow Airport transfer: £120.00 each way

• London Gatwick Airport transfer: £120.00 each way

• 24/7 Pastoral Care Team: On-site team dedicated to ensuring children's safety, well-being, and adherence to camp schedules, including sufficient sleep.

• Carefully chosen, well-trained staff with enhanced DBS checks and child safeguarding training. Senior staff have significant experience in child care settings.

• Mandatory Insurance: Participants must have travel and medical insurance covering medical treatment costs, additional accommodation, travel, transport, and repatriation expenses.

• Post-Brexit Healthcare Consideration: European citizens should note changes in healthcare access in the UK post-Brexit, requiring comprehensive insurance coverage.

• Children must bring and present medical insurance policy documents at camp registration.

• **Level: **Suitable for those who play golf regularly, ideally with an official handicap. Not suitable for beginners.