The Meadows at Grand Valley State University

Practice does not make perfect; it makes permanent. So, get on the right track with today’s feature: $75 for One Practice Facility Membership – Includes Unlimited Range Balls and Use of Putting/Chipping Area – at The Meadows at Grand Valley State University in Allendale near Grand Rapids ($275 Value. Expires October 1, 2011.)

The Meadows at Grand Valley State University features one of the finest practice facilities in the Midwest and offers golfers of all skill sets the ability to hone all aspects of the beautiful game. On sunny days, you'll get your daily dose of Vitamin D at one of the 110 bentgrass hitting areas, while taking advantage of nine sheltered hitting areas to extend your practice sessions without any rain getting in your way.

Problem with your short game as well? Not for long. With a 13,000 square-foot chipping/putting green as well as a 5,000 square-foot putting-only green, this practice facility will put you on the path towards proficiency with your scoring clubs.

In addition to a range and a world-class chipping and putting area, this fully-functional practice facility works hand-in-hand with LPGA- and PGA-accredited instructors. So you’re not only getting your cuts in, you’re also gaining access to some great golf know-how that will further assist you in becoming the golfer you desire to be.

And when you find yourself looking for a play to put the theory into practice, head out on the course at The Meadows. This links-style par-72 was designed by environmentally aware architect Dr. Michael Hurdzan, the 2007 winner of the prestigious Donald Ross Award from the American Society of Golf Course Architects. The Meadows plays up to 7,060 yards with a rating of 74.2/133, and the layout has earned the course four-and-a-half star rating from Golf Digest as well as host duties for seven NCAA men's and women's national championships.

So suit up and get ready for a change in the right direction with The Practice Facility at The Meadows.