Bend, Oregon

2-Day Intensive Golf Schools.

About

In partnership with Performance Golf, MAKE THE TURN Golf Performance invites you to an exclusive two-day immersive VIP coaching experience at the breathtaking Pronghorn Club at Juniper Preserve in Bend, Oregon.

Designed for dedicated golfers, this elite program blends world-class instruction, cutting-edge technology, and a high-touch coaching experience in a premier resort setting. Over two transformative days, you'll identify and correct root swing flaws, refine key skills, and upgrade your game for lasting improvement—so you can shoot lower scores and enjoy golf like never before.

“This is more than just a golf school—it’s an immersive, game-changing experience designed to help you play your best golf for life.”

-Jeff Ritter

Next-Level Instruction

✅ Elite-Level Coaching – Receive personalized, one-on-one instruction to correct your root swing flaw and make meaningful strides in your game.

✅ Small Group Instruction – Learn in an intimate, highly personalized coaching environment that accelerates improvement for golfers of all skill levels.

✅ Immersive Learning Environment – Train in a supportive, judgment-free setting, surrounded by like-minded players committed to getting better.

✅ Guided Course Play – Elevate your "Golf IQ" and course management skills, with on-course coaching that has helped many players save 3-6 strokes instantly.

✅ State-of-the-Art Swing Analysis – Utilize cutting-edge technology to track club and ball data, bridging the gap between golf science and real-game results.

✅ Early Access to Revolutionary Golf AI App – Be among the first golfers to experience a next-generation AI-driven training app, providing real-time feedback to supercharge your practice sessions.

✅ Exclusive Perks & VIP Gifts – Enjoy special bonuses, gifts, and insider access as part of your elite golf school experience.

Championship Golf

Join us for a transformative 2-Day Golf School that blends world-class instruction with real-time, on-course application. You'll enjoy 9 holes of guided situational learning focused on shot selection, course management, and scoring strategy—because it's not just how you swing, it's how you think on the course.

Set against the dramatic backdrop of Oregon’s Cascade Mountains, the Jack Nicklaus Signature Course at Pronghorn Golf Club delivers an unforgettable golf experience. Carved into the ancient landscape of the largest juniper forest in the West, this celebrated layout is widely regarded as the Northwest’s premier “desert-style” track. With 7,381 yards of championship-caliber design, the course challenges and inspires players of all levels.

Whether you're sharpening your fundamentals or looking to master the mental game, you’ll do it in one of the most visually stunning and strategically engaging environments in the game.

Luxury Accommodations

Your 2-Day Golf School at Pronghorn is more than just instruction—it's a complete immersion in performance and luxury. Alongside world-class coaching and 9 holes of guided on-course strategy, your stay at Juniper Lodge offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience.

Located just steps from our Academy studio, Juniper Lodge provides effortless access to your daily sessions while wrapping you in the tranquility of the high desert. Academy students receive 25% OFF the Best Available Rate on lodging when booking directly through this website.

Each of the 104 guest rooms and suites is inspired by the natural beauty of Central Oregon—featuring clean, modern architecture, rich wood furnishings, and soft organic touches. Floor-to-ceiling windows and private outdoor terraces offer sweeping views of juniper forests and distant mountain peaks, connecting you to the landscape that shapes your game.

Between sessions, unwind in the bright and inviting lounge, where you can sip signature cocktails, savor small plates, and take in the peaceful surroundings. Whether you're gearing up for a morning lesson or winding down after a day on the course, Juniper Lodge is the perfect retreat to recharge, reflect, and reset.

This is not just a golf school—it’s a getaway designed for inspiration, transformation, and total enjoyment.

Golf School Schedule

Sample 2-Day Agenda

    • 7:45 - 8:00 am (optional)  
      Morning Snack: Pastries, Fruit & Coffee available at Academy studio

    • 8:00 (Official Start) 

    • 8:00-8:30 am 
      Meet at Academy Studio. (Day 1 Schedule, Intentions & Expectations)  

    • 8:30 - 1:00 pm 
      Skill Assessment/Morning Rotations (Video Analysis & Lesson Plans)

      • Power Game - Full Swing 

      • Finesse Game - Chipping & Pitching 

      • Putting Game - Distance & Direction 

    • 1:00 - 2:00 pm 
      Lunch at the Trailhead Restaurant 

    • 2:15 - 3:00 pm 
      Putting Game - Green Reading 

    • 3:00 - 5:30 pm  
      On Course Coaching & Strategy (Nicklaus Course)  

    • 5:30 pm 
      End of Day/Closing Insights 

    • 7:45 - 8:00 am (optional)  
      Morning Snack: Pastries, Fruit & Coffee available at Academy studio 

    • 8:00-8:45  
      Golf Fitness Warm-Up 

    • 9:00 - 12:00 pm 
      Skill Development/Morning Rotations  

      • Power Game/Full Swing - Irons  

      • Power Game/Full Swing - Driving  

      • Finesse Game - Sand Play 

    • 12:00 - 1:00 pm 
      Lunch at the Trailhead Restaurant 

    • 1:15 - 1:45 pm 
      Playing Strategy/How To Practice Like The Pros 

    • 2:00-5:00 pm 
      Power Game/Full Swing Individual Coaching PG Virtual Coach Lesson Recap Short Game Skills & Recap  

    • 5:00pm 
      End of School/Closing Insights 

2025 Golf School Dates

  • May

    May 22-23

    May 26-27

  • June

    June 2-3

    June 16-17

  • July

    July 7-8

    July 21-22

    July 28-29

  • August

    August 4-5

    August 18-19

  • September

    Coming Soon

Connect with the Performance Golf Sales Team to Secure Your Spot Today.

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  • “There are golf coaches and then there is Jeff Ritter; I’d argue one of the best in the business. He transformed my game."

    ZACH EREBACH

  • “If you are searching for a golf instructor, search no further, Jeff is bar none the best instructor I have ever worked with."

    JORDAN HUFF

  • “If there was one spot I could go again to have a once-in-a-lifetime experience, it would be with Jeff Ritter.”

    DAVE WEINBRENNER

  • “I thought we were coming to learn about golf, and we did, but in such an incredible way. We’re not only better golfers, we’re better humans from the experience!

    DR ROB DOUK

  • “Jeff was amazing. He is one of the kindest people I’ve ever met. My two days with him were excellent. I didn’t want to leave.”

    BRYSON LEMIRE

  • “Jeff is a terrific coach and even better human. I started working with Jeff as a freshman in high school, we made a plan and worked together to achieve my goal of playing in college.”

    LAUREN TODD ORLICH

  • “Jeff Ritter is by far the most patient and encouraging coach I have ever had the pleasure of learning from for any sport I’ve played.”

    KATIE JUNDT