Practice and Lessons
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Bumble Bee Hollow's Driving Ranges have consistently been named as among the 100 Best Ranges in the United States by the Golf Range Association of America. Featuring pro-line range balls and Astroturf mats, each facility also has heated tees which are are covered and enclosed for off-season use.

The ranges are adjoined by USGA bent grass putting greens, sand bunkers and target greens. These amenities, along with a run of sodded grass tees, are available for the supplemental Daily Greens Fee. The entire facilities are lighted for nighttime practice and are open 360 days per year.

Bumble Bee Hollow East's Driving Range features state-of-the-art ball handling and an impressive upper level deck which also provides shelter during inclement weather. Additionally, this facility has the extra attraction of an indoor hitting studio which features our Achiever II Launch Monitor.

Golf instruction is given by PGA and LPGA certified professionals under the direction of Lorraine Garman Klippel, LPGA Master Professional.

Students may enroll in a 4-week Group Lesson Series or may schedule Private or Semi-Private lessons with any teaching professional. Junior Group and Private lessons are available for children between the ages of 4 and 17. Moderately priced Weekend Golf Schools are offered in the Harrisburg area by request. However a full menu of golf school programming is now available at Bumble Bee Hollow Golf Academy, located at Penn National Golf Club and Inn in Chambersburg.

Video lessons and swing analysis are a specialty at Bumble Bee Hollow. Golf instruction is available year round, weather permitting. Please refer to the prices below:

Improve Your Swing This Spring!
2008 INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
GROUP LESSON SERIES

A group lesson series is comprised of four 1-hour lessons scheduled on the same day and time over four consecutive weeks, unless otherwise noted on the program sheet. Enrollment is on a first-come basis with a minimum of six, maximum of 10 students per class. Teaching clubs are available to borrow at no charge for beginners. It is not necessary to purchase clubs prior to any series. Tuition includes the instruction and range balls used during lessons.

Beginners - $85.00
This series of four 1-hour lessons is designed for new golfers and covers the fundamentals of the golf swing, including: grip, stance, alignment, and the full swing. The basics of putting, and chipping are also included, as well as information on equipment and basic golf terminology.

Advanced Beginners - $85.00
This series of four 1-hour lessons builds upon the fundamentals learned in the Beginners series. It continues the use of irons and woods in the full swing, refining technique in order to hit the ball longer and straighter. Students will also progress in their understanding of the short game, improving skill shots from the sand, chipping, and pitching. This class is designed for students who have participated in
the Beginners series or who are already playing golf.

Intermediates - $85.00
This series of four 1-hour lessons focuses upon learning more about your golf game. Club selection and golf course management will be discussed. In addition to reviewing the full swing, students will learn such specialty shots as uneven lies, deep rough and bunker challenges. One session will be devoted to video analysis of students’ swings. This class is designed for students who have participated in the Advanced Beginners series, or who play regularly and want to improve their games.

Introduction to the Course - $25.00
This 2-hour session will take place at the golf course. Each student will be introduced to the golf facility and become comfortable with basic golf etiquette and rules. Emphasis will be on making your first round safe, sane, and enjoyable.

Specialty Classes and Specialty Clinics - $20.00 per hour
Specialty Classes (2 one-hour sessions) and Specialty Clinics (one hour) which feature the short game skills of putting, chipping, pitching, and sand shots will be held throughout the Spring. It is not necessary to sign up for these groups - walk-ins are permitted - but registration is necessary to assure a space in a specific clinic.

THE PROFESSIONAL STAFF
For more information on our staff, please refer to the Meet our Professionals page.

Lorraine Klippel
Leslie VanSyckle
Ron Jones

GROUP LESSONS SUMMER 2008

LP = Lower Paxton Recreation Department classes for residents of Lower Paxton Township. Contact your recreation office to register for these classes. Fees paid directly to Township. Classes taught by BBH Staff. Non-residents of

Lower Paxton may join these classes if they are not fully subscribed by the starting date.

PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS

Private and semi-private adult and junior lessons are available immediately and throughout the year from all professionals. Lessons may be scheduled at your convenience by calling the East Shore pro shop (540-7177 x 3).

2008 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL!
Once again this Spring our teaching professionals are offering Private Lesson Valu-Paks to kick off their seasons. For the discounted price of $120, you may purchase a ticket good for three private 1/2 hour lessons, a $135 value. Leslie Van Syckle, LPGA,  and Ron Jones, PGA, will be teaching their Valu-Pak lessons at BBEast. Lorraine Klippel, LPGA, our Director of Golf, will be available at both Bumble Bee East and at the Golf Academy at Penn National. Her three-lesson Valu-Paks are priced at $165, a $180 value. All Valu-Pak lessons must be completed by year-end, with no carryovers permitted.

JUNIOR GOLF PROGRAM SUMMER 2008

JUNIOR GOLF CLINICS - $60
These clinics will consist of 4 one-hour lessons. This will be a progressive and fun series that takes Juniors ages 8 - 15 through all aspects of the game, from putting to the full swing.