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Phil Ritson-Mel Sole Golf School


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 13 attractions in Pawleys Island
Traveler Description: If you love the game of golf but struggle to improve, a golf school could be the answer.  The Phil Ritson-Mel Sole Golf School at Pawley's Plantation... more »
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Attraction type: Educational site, Golf course
Address: 70 Tanglewood Drive Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Tel: 843-237-4993
Fax: 843-237-8397

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5 of 5 stars
mgwkeffer   1 contribution
North Vancouver, BC
Oct 15, 2009

Mel and Rosemary, My father and I were delighted by our experience at your school and we feel privileged to have met you. With most things related to markets and relationships for that matter, expectations tend to control the experience and expectations have a tendency to be unrealistic. Our expectations were high given the testimonials and positive Golf Magazine referrals... more

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5 of 5 stars
reader2883   1 contribution
Long Island, NY
Sep 2, 2009

Our lessons with Mel Sole were the best thing we have EVER done as a couple! We learned individual techniques and drills to practice to improve our game. Using the DVD, the monthly newsletter, and Mel's archived video tips on the web, we coach each other. We are now motivated to get out to the course to enjoy the game!... more

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5 of 5 stars
crgolfer   1 contribution
Texas
Aug 30, 2009

Many schools teach you the right swing and stance, but when you leave Mel's school you will learn how to make your time on the range productive which wil then carry onto the course. You also leave with tips on how to work on your putting. This is more than just a school but a real training school. Also, Mel... more

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5 of 5 stars
BSVOntario   1 contribution
Ontario
Jun 14, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

At age 32 I went to this school in spring 2009, having never swung a golf club before. Mel starts by video recording your full swing prior to learning then proceeds to teach you how you should be swinging a club. At the end of the first day he shows you side by side with a golf pro in slow... more

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5 of 5 stars
Crisren   1 contribution
Ontario
Jun 1, 2009

From the moment of arrival I felt welcomed and ready to learn. Mel Sole's professionalism and overall knowledge of instruction methods and ways to become successful was truly fantastic. The lesson incorporated personal learning styles for each student and outlined and helped us set goals to strive for improvement in our game. Very detailed analysis and open to future follow... more

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5 of 5 stars
oshaughnessy   4 contributions
Brockville
May 25, 2009

Two couples travelled from Canada to get golf lessons. One person from each couple had golfed before. The other person from each couple was a rookie. Our instructor was Boykin Powers. That man could teach.Three days latter the golfers were much improved and the rookies had a good start at the game. We stayed at the Pawley Plantation course in... more

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5 of 5 stars
golfnutNJ   1 contribution
New Jersey
Mar 23, 2009

I have attended a number of golf schools and the Phil Ritson-Mel Sole Golf School is by far the best. In the 3-day school you get instruction on all facets of the game in a simple consistent way. You also get a CD of your progress and drills to do to help you maintain the skills that you have learned.... more

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5 of 5 stars
mitchnugent   1 contribution
Fort Worth
Mar 18, 2009

I've been golfing for 7 years. I’d taken individual lessons when I began and an occasional lesson over the past 5 years. The 3-day school exceeded my expectations for content, feedback and value. Mel is an excellent teacher with an easy going manner and made attending a pleasure. He identified key errors and provided excellent instructions and drills to work... more

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5 of 5 stars
StrikingViking   1 contribution
Washington DC
Jan 3, 2009

I read the Golf Digest Article outlining the 25 Best Golf Schools in the country this past summer, but couldn't find the time to go. I then looked for a getaway between Christmas and New Years (somewhere mildly warm) to escape the north and found a last minute opening for me and my ladyfriend (a beginning golfer). I have been... more

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5 of 5 stars
burgess210   1 contribution
Virginia
Nov 12, 2008

My 2 days of lessons during the first week of Nov, 2008 with golf professional Pat Hofman were beyond my wildest dreams. The ciriculum is logical and Pat's style of teaching clicked in my mind. I was filmed while there and then given a CD comparing me with a golf professional. Pat's voice on the CD clearly explains where I... more

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Phil Ritson-Mel Sole Golf School Address

70 Tanglewood Drive, Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Tel: 843-237-4993 Fax: 843-237-8397