December 10-13, 2026
What to Expect
The Best Buddies Golf Retreat is a four-day luxury golf experience designed to provide the opportunity to train and play like a professional golfer, set within some of the most exclusive courses in South Florida.
The program is centered around small groups led by Golf Professionals with Tour-level experience, creating unique opportunities for personalized coaching, on-course strategy, and enhanced skill and technical development.
From world-class instruction and on-course guidance to luxury accommodations and exceptional dining, every aspect of the retreat is designed to deliver a seamless and memorable experience. Participants will enjoy two days of play and practice at the Apogee Golf Courses and one day of play and practice at Atlantic Fields, providing access to some of the finest golf facilities in the country.
To add an element of fun and foster a competitive spirit throughout the retreat, participants will compete in both individual and team formats each day.
This five-star Retreat helps to raise funds and awareness for Best Buddies International’s global mission to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
What's included
A Four Day Unforgettable Golf Experience
- Four (4) days /Three (3) nights of luxury accommodations at Apogee
- Exceptional dining throughout the retreat, including daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Personalized instruction and one-on-one coaching from world-class golf professionals
- On-course guidance, strategic coaching, and skill-development sessions
- Two (2) days of play and practice at Apogee Golf Club
- One (1) day of play and practice at Atlantic Fields
- Access to advanced golf technology and performance training facilities
- Access to resort amenities, featuring a state-of-the-art fitness center, spa, and pool facilities
5-Star Accommodations
Welcome to Apogee - Designed with Every Luxury in Mind
Private on-course lodging at Apogee, offering seamless access between residence, practice facilities, and clubhouse. Guests move effortlessly throughout the day by golf cart within a setting that feels both elevated and entirely at ease.
Each villa features four bedrooms, including a spacious master suite and three en-suite bedrooms. Thoughtfully designed for both comfort and connection, the residence offers a beautifully appointed living and dining area, along with an inviting outdoor seating space. Generous proportions, warm finishes, and abundant natural light come together to create a refined private sanctuary that feels both serene and effortlessly welcoming.
Amenities
A Four Day Unforgettable Golf Experience
- Championship golf courses and world-class practice facilities
- 55-acre Performance and Teaching Center
- Advanced golf technology, including TrackMan and GCQuad systems
- Indoor golf simulator and game improvement studio
- Expansive driving ranges, short-game practice areas, and putting courses
- Fully illuminated 7-hole par-3 short course for night golf
- State-of-the-art fitness center and wellness facilities
- Luxury spa and resort-style swimming pool
- Premium clubhouse dining venues and hospitality spaces
- Access to exclusive club amenities and social areas
World-Class Courses
Unparalleled Golfing Destinations
Apogee Golf Club
Recognized as one of the premier new golf destinations in America, Apogee Golf Club offers an unparalleled golf environment dedicated entirely to the game. The club’s three championship courses were crafted by legendary architects Gil Hanse, Jim Wagner, Tom Fazio II, Mike Davis, and Kyle Phillips, each bringing a unique design philosophy and style of play. Together, they create a collection of courses that challenge, inspire, and reward golfers of every level. Combined with state-of-the-art training facilities, luxury amenities, and an unwavering commitment to the golf experience, Apogee represents the modern standard of excellence in private golf club.
Atlantic Fields Club
Designed by legendary golf course architect Tom Fazio, Atlantic Fields features a championship 18-hole course that blends seamlessly with South Florida’s natural landscape. The course winds through lakes, canals, and mature native surroundings, with subtle elevation changes that create both visual interest and strategic challenges. Thoughtfully routed and beautifully conditioned, Atlantic Fields offers a distinctive golf experience that rewards creativity, precision, and sound course management.
Daily Itinerary
Thursday, December 10 - Sunday, December 13, 2026
Below is a sample itinerary outlining what each day of the Golf Retreat has to offer. Every day is thoughtfully designed to combine championship golf, personalized instruction, and performance enhancement. Following each master class and 18-hole round, guests will enjoy curated recovery experiences, including customized wellness amenities, recovery nutrition, massage treatments, and full access to the club's world-class facilities.
Day 1 - Arrival & Welcome Dinner
Guests arrive and settle into private on-course accommodations, allowing time to unwind and become familiar with the setting. The retreat begins with a welcome reception and dinner, bringing together golfers, instructors, and hosts in a relaxed and elevated atmosphere.The evening includes an introduction to the days ahead, along with a Best Buddies Mission Moment that sets the tone for the experience and connects participants to the purpose behind the retreat.
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Check-In & Welcome Dinner
4:00 PM Guests arrive and settle into private on-course accommodations, with time to unwind and ease into the setting.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM The evening begins with a welcome reception and dinner, offering an opportunity to connect with fellow golfers, instructors, and hosts in a relaxed, elegant atmosphere.
A brief introduction to the experience and the mission of Best Buddies sets the tone for the days ahead.
Day 2 - Apogee Golf Club
The day begins with a relaxed breakfast at the clubhouse, offering time to connect with fellow participants and instructors before training begins.
The morning Performance Masterclass is led by top instructors alongside a PGA Tour player, featuring focused coaching stations designed to refine fundamentals, technique, and execution.
Following a light lunch and warm-up session, participants head to the course for an 18-hole round of golf at Apogee Golf Club. On-course guidance is provided throughout play, with emphasis on strategy, course management, and applying morning instruction in real time.
After play, guests may choose between recovery sessions or additional time with instructors on the range and short game areas.
The evening concludes with dinner and a Best Buddies Mission Moment, sharing meaningful stories that connect the experience to impact.
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Morning
7:30 AM — Breakfast at the Clubhouse
A relaxed start to the day with meals tailored to guest preferences. Time to connect with fellow participants and instructors in a casual setting. A brief Best Buddies Mission Moment, grounding the experience in purpose.
Training
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM — Performance Masterclass
Range Fullswing
Led by top instructors alongside a PGA Tour player, the session is structured as a rotating series of focused stations. Each guest receives individual coaching within a Tour-level training environment, with attention placed on precision, feel, and consistency.
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM — Early Lunch
A light meal, focus on hydration and getting ready for the round.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Warm-Up
Individual preparation before tee time; final adjustments, short game touch, and putting touch.
On Course
12:10 PM | 12:20 PM | 12:30 PM — Tee Times (18 Holes)
Play unfolds in a refined, unhurried rhythm, with on-course guidance from instructors.
The focus remains on strategy, decision-making, and translating morning training into real play.
Post-Round
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Recovery & Optional Coaching
Guests may choose between:
- Guided recovery sessions including massage and physio
- Additional time with instructors on the range or short game areas
Evening
6:30 PM — Dinner (Lodge or Clubhouse)
An elegant yet relaxed dining experience. Evenings feature a Best Buddies Mission Moment, shared through authentic stories from athletes, ambassadors, or partners – creating a natural connection between the experience and its impact.
Time to unwind, connect, and enjoy the setting.
Day 3 - Atlantic Fields Golf Club
The morning begins with breakfast before participants travel to Atlantic Fields Golf Club.
The day continues with a focused Performance Masterclass, followed by a warm-up session and preparation for play. Participants then complete an 18-hole round of golf at Atlantic Fields, with on-course instruction throughout to support decision-making, strategy, and continued skill development.
After play, guests return for dinner, with time for recovery and optional coaching prior to an evening gathering and Best Buddies Mission Moment. Following the evening program, participants will be transported back to the Apogee villas, rounding out the day in a relaxed and seamless transition.
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Morning
7:30 AM — Breakfast at the Clubhouse
A relaxed start to the day with meals tailored to guest preferences.
Time to connect with fellow participants and instructors in a casual setting.
A brief Best Buddies Mission Moment, grounding the experience in purpose.
8:30 AM Transportation to Atlantic Field Golf Club
Training
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM — Performance Masterclass
Range Short Game (inside 30 yards)
Led by top instructors alongside a PGA Tour player, the session is structured as a rotating series of focused stations. Each guest receives individual coaching within a Tour-level training environment, with attention placed on precision, feel, and consistency.
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM — Early Lunch
A light meal, focus on hydration and getting ready for the round.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Warm-Up
Individual preparation before tee time; final adjustments, short game touch, and putting touch.
On Course
12:10 PM | 12:20 PM | 12:30 PM — Tee Times (18 Holes)
Play unfolds in a refined, unhurried rhythm, with on-course guidance from instructors.
The focus remains on strategy, decision-making, and translating morning training into real play.
Post-Round
4:30 PM– 5:30 PM — Recovery & Optional Coaching
Guests may choose between:
- Guided recovery sessions including massage and physio
- Additional time with instructors on the range or short game areas
Evening
6:30 PM — Dinner at Clubhouse
An elegant yet relaxed dining experience.
Evenings feature a Best Buddies Mission Moment, shared through authentic stories from athletes, ambassadors, or partners – creating a natural connection between the experience and its impact.
Time to unwind, connect, and enjoy the setting.
8:00 PM Transportation back to Apogee Club
Day 4 - Apogee Golf Club
The final morning begins with breakfast and preparation for a concluding Performance Masterclass focused on putting.
Participants then move into a warm-up session before heading to the course for a final 18-hole round of golf, bringing together instruction, application, and on-course play in a complete final-day experience.
The retreat concludes with a farewell dinner and closing remarks, followed by departure.
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Morning
7:30 AM — Breakfast at the Clubhouse
A relaxed start to the day with meals tailored to guest preferences. Time to connect with fellow participants and instructors in a casual setting. A brief Best Buddies Mission Moment, grounding the experience in purpose.
Training
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM — Performance Masterclass
Putting
Led by top instructors alongside a PGA Tour player, the session is structured as a rotating series of focused stations. Each guest receives individual coaching within a Tour-level training environment, with attention placed on precision, feel, and consistency.
10:45 AM– 11:30 AM — Early Lunch
A light meal, focus on hydration and getting ready for the round.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Warm-Up
Individual preparation before tee time; final adjustments, short game touch, and putting touch.
On Course
12:10 PM | 12:20 PM | 12:30 PM — Tee Times (18 Holes)
Play unfolds in a refined, unhurried rhythm, with on-course guidance from instructors.
The focus remains on strategy, decision-making, and translating morning training into real play.
Post-Round
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Recovery & Optional Coaching
Guests may choose between:
- Guided recovery sessions including massage and physio
- Additional time with instructors on the range or short game areas
Evening
6:30 PM — Dinner at Clubhouse
An elegant yet relaxed dining experience. Closing Remarks, Retreat Conclusion & Departure.
Questions?
For more information, please contact:
Toffe Jusslin - Director, Golf Experiences
786.762.0242 | ToffeJusslin@bestbuddies.org
Supporting Best Buddies
All funds raised benefit Best Buddies International, the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.
The IDD community that Best Buddies serves individuals with IDD and their families. The IDD community includes, but is not limited to, people with Down syndrome, autism, Fragile X, Williams syndrome, and other undiagnosed disabilities.