From Ski to Golf
From Ski to Golf
With ski season behind us and the green carpet rolled out, the Double Black Diamond Golf Course at Holiday Valley is in full swing
DOUBLE BLACK DIAMOND GOLF COURSE
Nestled in the heart of Holiday Valley, the Double Black Diamond Golf Course tests all aspects of your game. Playing 6,493 yards from the tips (Par 70), it features stunning Par 3s, a ravine on #11 and the signature #13 with elevated tee boxes and views of the entire valley. There are plenty of opportunities to get in trouble - trees, fairway bunkers and water make par anything but easy. While the Front 9 is relatively flat, the Back swiftly changes elevation, and club choice can become tricky (especially on the #15 ... 5 iron or 7?) But as daunting as the course may seem, grab some friends and cold ones from the on-course beverage cart - you’ll have the best round of the summer!
HOLIDAY VALLEY GOLF SHOP
The Golf Shop, located where the wintertime Mountain Shop is, has a full selection of clubs, bags, clothing and accessories. So don’t sweat it if you show up to your round having forgotten something. Golf’s best brands - Titleist, Callaway, Nike, Ping, FootJoy, Cleveland Golf and others - can be found in the Golf Shop, as well as club rentals and a USGA computer to input your score/find your handicap.
GOLF AND LODGING PACKAGES
Make a trip out of your golf! The Valley offers a myriad of lodging packages specific to golfers. Options include staying at The Inn or Tamarack (both with views of the course) or any of the Holiday Valley Rental Properties. Packages can be tailored to include additional rounds, dinner, lunch, or tickets to Sky High Adventure Park. Guests receive complimentary entry to the pool, club cleaning/storage and breakfast.
DRIVING RANGE
Holiday Valley’s practice facility, located across the street from the resort, boasts over 50 covered and grass hitting stations, a chipping green and a putting green. Dial your distance in with flags at 100, 150, 200 and 250 yards (and brag to your friends about labeling the tree that’s way out). The range is also home to the Mel Sole Golf School and lessons from one of of HV’s PGA Professionals.
GOLF LESSONS
Holiday Valley is home to PGA Master Professional Steve Carney and Certified PGA Professional Kyle Benish. They offer group and private lessons, including junior and ladies. There are 8 junior clinics throughout July and August, and clubs/balls are provided. Beginner Ladies Group lessons and on-course play are available every Wednesday evening through the season. With Steve, you can do a playing lesson, while Kyle will use the V1 video software to break down and analyze your swing.
BOOK YOUR GROUP OUTING
Get a group of friends or coworkers together for a 9- or 18-hole golf outing at HV! If group pricing isn’t incentive enough, the Valley will do anything from provide lunch or dinner for the group to personalized scorecards. Other options available include contests like longest drive or closest to the pin, parties at Cabana, beverage cart on-course and more to provide an awesome golf-centric experience.