Phil Ritson / Mel Sole Golf School
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Mel Sole

Mel Sole has once again been named a "Top Teacher in the USA" by GOLF Magazine February '05 issue.

Former South African PGA Tour player Mel Sole is regarded by Phil Ritson as "possibly the best teacher I've ever come across".

Mel has over 30 years of teaching experience gained internationally in South Africa, Canada and the USA. His unique approach to the mental side of golf has produced amazing results for golfers who have struggled for years. Mel's diversified roster of clients includes stars in professional sports, CEO's of Fortune 500 Companies, and many more golfers of all ages and skill levels.

GOLF Magazine consistently ranks Mel as one of the "Top Teachers in North America." Mel is a teaching editor with GOLF TIPS Magazine and is the author of the recently published book, Golf Step-by-Step. Mel's lessons have been featured in Golf Digest and GOLF Magazine.

Student Testimonials
"As someone who has been around athletic competition all my life, I can say, without reservation, that Mel Sole is the finest teacher I have come across in any sport." – Dave Hart, Director of Athletics at Florida State University

"Your golf school is the best thing that ever happened to my golf game. I won the City Championship only one month after my first golf school with Mel." – Sara Lowdermilk, Shreveport, LA

"Thanks to Mel and the excellent program I have significantly improved my game and, most importantly, I am loving golf! I strongly recommend this school to golfers of all levels." – Louis Adams, Arlington, VA

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Patrick Hofmann

A Distinguished Class A PGA Teaching Professional, Pat has nearly 25 years of combined golf experience as a playing professional and instructor of the game. He brings a vast knowledge of teaching and playing expertise to the Phil Ritson - Mel Sole Golf School. His simple, fundamental techniques have helped thousands of golfers at all levels. Several junior, collegiate and club champions are listed among those students who have had great success working with Pat.

Included among Pat's special achievements:

Low Pro winner in over a dozen Carolinas PGA Pro-ams
Top 10 finisher in numerous Carolinas PGA events
Nike Tour playing experience
Author of golf instructional articles for Hilton Head Island and Myrtle Beach magazines
Students achievements have ranged from Woman's U.S. Open contestants to a 3 time club champion

Student Testimonials
"Pat was excellent as an instructor.  Using Pat's advice on my tee shots and also pitching and putting, I shot an 88 - which is EXCELLENT for me!"
– Tony Purrone, Plainview, NY

"A dynamic approach to teaching golf.  Pat improved my game more in 3 days at the Ritson-Sole School than my local pros did in 10 years".
– Michael Epstein, Swampscott, MA

"I've added 10-15 yards on my irons and my longest drive is over 300 yards!  The more I play and "groove in" the new swing, the longer I get.  My confidence has led me to set a goal of breaking 80 this year.  Thanks for such a wonderful program!" – Dr. Maurice Robinson, Talbott, TN

Tim Calcagno

Tim Calcagno is a Class A PGA Pro with 25 years of teaching experience. He enjoyed a stellar playing career as a junior and amateur at state and national level and also played several Mini Tour and PGA events.

Teaching became a passion while he studied with Dr. Bob Rotella, David Leadbetter, Hank Haney, Jim Flick and other noted golf coaches and sports psychologists. Tim's roster of students range from beginner golfers to PGA and LPGA players. Several of his junior and amateur students have become champions and some have attained college scholarships.

Student Testimonials
"Tim has changed my life. I went from a 22 handicap from the white tees to a 12 from the Championship tees in one year."
– John Lowder, Winston Salem, NC

"Tim has really helped us with our golf careers. He has a great eye for the swing and prescribes drills we can both understand and execute."
– Eric & Brad Landis, Grand Blanc, MI

"Tim helped me when other professionals had given up on me. He corrected my problem in 15 minutes."
– Ron Whitt, Lewisville, NC