Frequently asked questions
Does Mark conduct the schools personally?
What is Mark's teaching philosophy/method?
Is the tuition in French or English?
Is it possible to organise a private school or tuition programme for a couple or a group of friends?
I wish to participate in a Next Level school with my partner/friend but he/she is not at the same level as myself,is that a problem?
Can I rent clubs at the Sainte Maxime golf club?
Can I bring a video recorder and film during the school?
Could I talk to Mark personally before booking a school?
If I participate in school am I entitled to a reduction on the greenfees?
Are we entitled to a reduction if we participate on a golf school a a couple?
I have already participated on a Next Level school am I entitled to a reduction if I participate on another one?
What accommodation do you recommend?
What is the best way of travelling to Sainte Maxime?
How do I book a tuition programme or school?
What method of payment do you except?
What weather can I expect?
What other activities are there in Sainte Maxime?
Does Mark conduct the schools personally?
Absolutely, Mark is a hands on teacher. He conducts all of the schools personally.
What is Mark's teaching philosophy/method?
When Mark first became a golf teacher he decided on four things, firstly he would not become a method teacher, secondly improving at golf or learning golf must be an enjoyable experience, thirdly to treat all his pupils as individuals and work with there strengths working around there weaknesses and fourthly to keep his teaching simple.
Is the tuition in French or English?
Being fully bilingual in both languages Mark conducts the tuition in French or English or both if required.
Is it possible to organise a private school or tuition programme for a couple or a group of friends?
Absolutely, simply telephone me explaining your requirements and I will customize a programme to suit your needs.
I wish to participate in a Next Level school with my partner/friend but he/she is not at the same level as myself, is this a problem?
I have to say that the majority of the time, the couples who do our golf schools are not of the same level, but they want to do the schools together. The idea of Mark's Next Level tuition is not the level of the group as a hole, but the level of each individual. The demonstrations and explanations are done for the group, but then all the work is individual. The aim is to reach the Next Level above which each person is currently at.
Can I rent clubs?
Yes, but we do advise you to reserve rental clubs in advance.
Can I bring a video recorder to film the various demonstrations during the school?
Definaitely,in fact Mark recommends it, as this will allow you to refer to them at a later date.
Could I talk to Mark personally before booking a school?
Of course Mark would only be too pleased talk to you.The best time to reach him would be
at lunch times or early evening. 00 33 (0) 6 17 15 04 36
Are we entitled to a reduction if we participate on a school as a couple?
Yes, one person in the couple is entitled to a 10% reduction on a Next Level 5 day morning school.
I have already participated on a Next Level school. Am I entitled to a reduction if I participate on another school?
Absolutely, you are entitled to a 10% reduction.This reduction however does not apply to: The thursday afternoon option on the golf course, the Next level playing schools and private tuition.
What accommodation do you recommend?
What is the best way of travelling to Sainte Maxime?
By road
From Paris: via Lyon to
Aix en Provence by motorway A8. Take Le Muy exit, then to SaInte Maxime by the RD 25
(15 miles).
By train
Saint Raphaël-Valescure station, 14 miles away. Information on 08 36 35 35 35 Coach link to Sainte Maxime : SODETRAV
Tel. 00 33 (0) 4 94 12 55 12 - 00 33 (0) 4 94 96 19 24
Bv air
NICE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
55 miles away -Tel. 00 33 (0) 4 93 21 30 30 Easy jet,British airways etc.Car hire or coach link by AVIABUS, or train to Saint Raphaël then coach to Sainte Maxime.
TOULON / HYERES AIRPORT,
37 miles away -Tel. 00 33 (0) 4 94 00 83 83 Buzz etc.Car hire or SODETRAV coach shuttle to Sainte Maxime in season.
How do I book a tuition programme or school?
Simply telephone us to find out if there are available places. If so we will make a provisional booking for you. You will then recieve an inscription form by post,email or fax.This form must be returned with a deposit, at which time your place is considered confirmed.
What method of payment do you except?
Cheques (in Euros), bank transfer or cash (Euros) or postal mandates (Euros), at the present time we do not except credit cards.
What weather can I expect?
With mild winters and hots summers Sainte Maxime is an all year round destination.We have more then 360 days of sunshine a year.In fact in the 10 years that we have been here we have never had to cancel a school!
What other activities are there in Sainte Maxime?
Sainte Maxime offers you the Meditenanean ( the Gulf of Saint Tropez with its infinite beauty) a yacht harbour (in the town centre) sunshine (more than 300 days a year), beaches of fine sand and many activities including:
sailing, windsurfing, water-skiing, scuba diving, fishing, swimming, tennis,
an 18-hole golf course, balneotherapy, fitness training, pétanque, cycling, bridge
alongwith boat and coach trips, museums and art Galleries, evening shows at the open-air théâtre de la mer in season, Provençal and craft markets, pedestrian streets, children's games and leisure park, cinema and discos, mini-train guided tour, walks
Everything for a great holiday!
