Observatory Golf Range
Observatory
Johannesburg
South Africa

The Golf School of Excellence (Johannesburg) is based at the Observatory practice facility next to Observatory Golf Club. The facility features the largest grass tee area in South Africa, as well as a custom built short game facility. The academy is run by TGSE Founder Michael Balderstone, and specialises in training and developing Elite performance golfers. The academy utilises Royal Johannesburg and Kensington Golf Club as its home course.

The academy offers the 3-year PGA Golf Diploma (National Diploma: Club Professional Golfing), in alliance with Exercise Teachers Academy, to talented golfers wishing to pursue a career in the golf industry, whether as a player or in the business of golf.