Elevation Golf Academy

What Elevation Golf Academy does

Elevation Golf Academy is a privately held, multi-location golf training organization headquartered within the 60,000 square foot Diamond Edge Academy facility in Willowbrook, Illinois, with operational sites in Burr Ridge and Lincoln Park (Chicago), Carmel (Indianapolis at Prairie View Golf Club), and a forthcoming Kansas City location. The company delivers an integrated athlete-development stack covering PGA-certified golf instruction (indoor and outdoor), Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) fitness training, mental performance coaching, sports medicine services, custom club fitting, college recruiting guidance, simulator-based practice and play, and junior development programs.

The underlying technology platform is built on third-party sensor and computer-vision systems rather than proprietary AI: Foresight GC Quad and TrackMan launch monitors, Uneekor and About Golf simulators, Boditrak pressure mats for ground-force analysis, Swinguru Pro markerless video analysis, and Blast Motion swing sensors. The company leverages over 100 virtual golf courses through its simulator fleet and maintains equipment partnerships with TaylorMade, Callaway, Ping, Mizuno, and PXG. E-commerce, booking, and membership management are delivered through a Shopify storefront; no public API or mobile application is offered.

Revenue is generated through six streams: professional-services instruction (pay-as-you-go, $80-$250/hour depending on instructor and location), usage-based simulator and hitting-bay rentals ($20-$95/hour), subscription memberships ($75-$450/month for multi-location access), club fitting sessions ($125-$200), TPI fitness training ($55-$100 per session), and curated golf travel packages (from $850 for regional stays up to premium Ryder Cup and Masters event packages). The customer base is predominantly consumer — adult amateurs, junior golfers ages 5-18, college-bound athletes and their families, and corporate groups purchasing experiential packages — with no disclosed enterprise contracts, external funding rounds, or parent-company ownership.

Name

Elevation Golf Academy

Legal name

Elevation U.S.

Website

https://elevationus.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Elevation Golf Academy is a private, multi-location golf training organization in the U.S. Midwest that delivers integrated PGA-certified instruction, TPI fitness, mental coaching, club fitting, simulator rentals, and college recruiting services to amateur adults, junior golfers, and college-bound athletes across Chicago, Indianapolis, and forthcoming Kansas City markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Golf Instruction and Training Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910), Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Single-Sport Skill Academies (Soccer, Basketball, Tennis, etc.) (MPAKAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

Keywords

• Golf instruction
• Club fitting services
• Golf simulator rentals
• Golf fitness training
• Junior golf programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Willowbrook

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Golf Instruction: Private and group instruction from PGA Professionals and certified trainers for adults, juniors, and high school/college golfers. Revenue generated through hourly lesson fees ranging from $80-$250 depending on instructor and location.
2. Simulator and Bay Rentals: Hourly rental of golf simulators and indoor/outdoor hitting bays at Burr Ridge, IL and Carmel, IN locations. Over 100 golf courses available. Rental rates $20-$80/hour depending on location and group size.
3. Custom Club Fitting: Master Club Fitter services for individual equipment fitting including driver, iron set, woods, putter, and full set fittings. Prices $125-$200 per fitting session.
4. Membership Programs: Monthly memberships providing access to simulators, fitness gyms, putting greens, and practice facilities. Chicago memberships $75-$450/month; Indianapolis memberships from $200-$300/month. Includes various commitment terms.
5. Golf Travel Packages: Curated golf travel experiences including accommodations, transportation, green fees, and optional coaching. Packages start at $850 for individual public golf in DuPage County area.
6. TPI Golf Fitness Training: TPI certified trainer sessions focused on balance, flexibility and power. Individual training at $100 for 45 minutes; group training at $55 per person for 60 minutes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Elevation Golf Academy delivers multi-disciplinary golf training through PGA-certified instruction, simulator-based practice and play, TPI golf fitness, mental performance coaching, custom club fitting, and college recruiting consultation. The academy operates indoor and indoor/outdoor facilities in Chicago and Indianapolis, offering private lessons, group classes, junior programs, monthly memberships, simulator/bay rentals, and curated golf travel packages for individuals, families, junior golfers, and corporate groups.

Product overview

Elevation Golf Academy is a multi-location golf training organization offering a comprehensive suite of services centered on golf instruction, technology-enabled analysis, and athlete development. The core offering includes PGA-certified golf instruction (indoor and outdoor lessons), advanced golf technology and analysis (Boditrak, Foresight GC Quad, Swinguru Pro, Blast Motion sensors), simulator golf (Foresight/Trackman/Uneekor/About Golf systems with 100+ courses), custom club fitting, TPI Golf Fitness training, mental training, and junior golf programs. The academy operates memberships providing access to simulator time, fitness facilities, and multiple locations. Additional services include college recruiting consultation, golf travel packages, and the Kids First Golf Foundation Pro Am charity event. The company is headquartered at Diamond Edge Academy in Willowbrook, Illinois, with facilities in Burr Ridge IL, Lincoln Park IL, Carmel IN, and partnerships at Olympia Fields CC, Flossmoor GC, and Oak Brook GC.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Golf Instruction PGA-certified golf instruction services offering indoor and outdoor lessons for all skill levels from beginners to tour professionals, covering full swing, short game, putting, and course management. Private and group sessions available.
• Simulator Golf Indoor golf simulator experience using Foresight, TrackMan, Uneekor, and About Golf systems, offering access to over 100 golf courses. Hourly rental of simulators and indoor/outdoor hitting bays at Burr Ridge IL and Carmel IN locations, with rates from $20-$80 per hour depending on location and group size.
• Custom Club Fitting Professional club fitting services using advanced technology to determine optimal club specifications including loft, lie angle, length, flex, and shaft characteristics. Services include Driver, Iron Set, Woods, Putter, and Full Set fittings ranging from $125-$200, using TaylorMade, Callaway, Ping, Mizuno, and PXG equipment.
• TPI Golf Fitness Training TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) certified fitness training focused on balance, flexibility, and power development for golfers. Individual sessions at $100 for 45 minutes; group training at $55 per person for 60 minutes.
• Mental Training Mental game coaching addressing pre-shot and post-shot routines, concentration and focus development, preparation and decision-making skills, and mental toughness training. Delivered by Mental Performance Coaches on the Elevation Golf team.
• Junior Golf Programs Junior golf instruction for ages 5-18 covering beginner to elite levels, including group classes for ages 5-8 and 9-13 at $45 per class, high school programs at $45-$55 per class, Junior Development Program, and Elite Level Coaching with unlimited classes, lessons, and tournament preparation.

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and moderate.

• DuPage Sports CommissionminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership for golf package offerings in DuPage County, Illinois. The commission promotes sports tourism and Elevation Golf packages are featured on their website, positioning Elevation Golf as a recommended provider for visiting golf groups.
• Kids First Golf FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 August 2023Non-profit junior golf foundation created by Elevation Golf to help fund junior golfers lacking financial opportunity, award college scholarships, and assist aspiring tour professionals. Hosts annual Pro Am events at Flossmoor Golf Club to raise funds. All contributions are tax-deductible.
• Correct 2 CompetecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCombined membership offerings at Prairie View Golf Club in Carmel, IN and Correct 2 Compete facility in Zionsville, IN. New 2025/2026 memberships provide access to both golf training facilities for integrated training programs.
• Diamond Edge AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHeadquarters partnership at Diamond Edge Academy in Willowbrook, IL - a 60,000 sq ft multi-sport facility where Elevation Golf is co-located. Athletes train year-round in Golf, Baseball, Softball, and Hockey at this shared facility.
• Medinah Country ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGolf package partner for premium golf experiences in Chicagoland area. Featured as destination venue for golf packages including accommodations in DuPage County.
• Willow Crest Golf Club (Oak Brook Hills Resort)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner golf course for outdoor instruction and seasonal driving range membership. Part of multi-location membership offerings for Chicago area clients.
• Olympia Fields Country ClubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrivate club partnership for outdoor PGA instruction. Elite instruction venue for Elevation Golf Academy students seeking premium golf training experiences.
• Flossmoor Golf ClubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrivate club partnership for outdoor PGA instruction and host venue for Kids First Golf Foundation Pro Am event (August 2023). Flossmoor GC hosted the 2023 Illinois Open.
• Prairie View Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHost venue for Elevation Golf Academy at Prairie View GC in Carmel, IN. 8,000 sq ft indoor/outdoor facility with simulators and hitting bays. Primary Indianapolis training location.
• Foresight SportscoreTechnology or IntegrationPrimary simulator technology provider. Foresight GC Quad systems used at Burr Ridge and Indianapolis facilities for golf instruction, club fitting, and simulator golf play with 4K resolution and over 100 available courses.
• TrackMancoreTechnology or IntegrationSimulator technology provider used alongside Foresight systems at Indianapolis Prairie View GC location for ball and club data tracking during instruction and practice.
• BoditrakmoderateTechnology or IntegrationPressure mat technology used to measure Center of Mass and Center of Pressure during golf swings. Provides real-time ground interaction data for balance analysis and swing improvement.
• SwingurumoderateTechnology or IntegrationMarkerless swing analysis technology providing 2D and 3D video analysis automatically. Used to measure Center of Mass in golf swing for technical improvement.
• Blast MotionmoderateTechnology or IntegrationSwing sensor technology capturing speed, timing, and tempo metrics from full swing to putting. Helps analyze stroke consistency and provides improvement drills.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Club Champion: Club Champion operates a national network of premium custom club fitting studios using launch monitors and partnering with major OEMs (TaylorMade, Callaway, Ping, Mizuno) — directly overlapping Elevation's $125–$200 club fitting service.
• Leadbetter Golf Academy: Leadbetter Golf Academy is a globally recognized single-sport golf instruction brand with multiple academies, technology-based coaching and elite-trainer pedigree — directly comparable as a premium golf instruction operator.
• X-Golf: X-Golf is a national indoor golf simulator and instruction franchise using its own tracking hardware, offering lessons, leagues and food/beverage — a comparable indoor golf academy concept to Elevation's Burr Ridge and Carmel facilities.
• GOLFTEC: GOLFTEC is the largest U.S. chain of technology-enabled golf instruction centers, combining PGA coaching with Foresight/TrackMan simulators and club fitting — the closest national analog to Elevation's bundled, tech-led instruction model.
• Jim McLean Golf School: Jim McLean Golf School is a long-standing premium golf instruction brand operating multiple U.S. locations with PGA-certified coaches and technology-based teaching, directly comparable to Elevation's instruction-led academy model.
• Butch Harmon's Floridian / School of Golf: Butch Harmon School of Golf is a premium single-sport golf instruction brand offering multi-day coaching programs; comparable as a high-end instruction-focused academy targeting serious golfers willing to pay premium lesson rates.

Broad incumbents

• PGA TOUR Superstore: PGA TOUR Superstore is a national golf retail chain that also offers in-store lessons, club fitting and simulator bays, competing for the same consumer lesson and fitting dollars across Elevation's geographies.
• Topgolf: Topgolf operates a national network of technology-driven golf entertainment venues with TrackMan-style ball tracking and bays; while entertainment-led rather than instruction-led, it competes for simulator and corporate-event spend in overlapping markets.

Others

• Diamond Edge Academy: Diamond Edge Academy is Elevation Golf's host multi-sport facility in Willowbrook, IL — an enabling partner rather than competitor that provides the real estate and shared infrastructure underpinning Elevation's headquarters.

Emerging players

• Skillest: Skillest is an online platform connecting golfers to PGA instructors for remote video-based lessons — an adjacent competitor targeting the same instruction customer with a lower-overhead, no-physical-location model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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