LGA Crystal Springs
The Leadbetter Golf Academy, opened in May of 2011 at the beautiful Crystal Springs Resort, is the primary base of operations in the Northeast United States. Led by Senior Instructor Tom Reynolds, LGA Crystal Springs offers a wide range of game improvement programs and experiences designed by David Leadbetter himself, including private lessons, golf schools, junior programs and our new Play Better Experience.
Intended for players seeking the ultimate golf getaway, the Play Better Experience is a highly intensive two-day game improvement program featuring more than 10 hours of instruction on both technique and on-course strategy.
Another recent addition, the Leadbetter Kids program run by LGA’s Mary Beth Kohberger is based on David’s holistic approach to golf instruction and taught through an experiential learning environment. Juniors learn physical, mental and social skills through activity stations focused on establishing golf fundamentals and life skills.
Participants of the Leadbetter Kids Spring League are grouped with other golfers their age and have the opportunity to sharpen their scoring and competition skills during weekly matches at the Robert Trent Jones-designed Minerals Golf Club. Summer camps are also offered for children ages 7-16, with a limited number of spots available to allow for an individualized experience for each student.
Instructors at this Academy
Where to Stay
Minerals Hotel
This serene dream for the young at heart comes complete with an adventurous twist
Whether you’re looking for adventure or need a serene escape, Minerals Hotel is the ideal choice for families and the young at heart. Come discover our extraordinary oasis set deep in the mountains of the Appalachian Valley.
Grand Cascades Lodge
NYC’s closest four-diamond luxury resort, this is the ultimate Adirondack-inspired escape
Grand Cascades Lodge provides guests an organic mind-body connection with the outdoors through the use of natural materials and light, with the Kittatinny Mountain Range providing an immaculate backdrop. Unquestionably the finest property in the region, this Adirondack-style lodge sets the stage for the perfect harmony of luxury and nature’s bounty, creating a four-star escape like no other.
Things to Do
Indoor/Outdoor Pools 
Health Coaching Program 
Sports Club & Personal Training 
Two Award-Winning Spas 
Six Championship Golf Courses 
Leadbetter Golf Academy
Places to Eat
RESTAURANT LATOUR
The four-star crown jewel of Crystal Springs showcases the best of New Jersey’s bountiful farms and artisan producers
The newly renovated, constantly evolving Restaurant Latour reflects a unique connection to our pristine natural surroundings, bringing the woods indoors in a stunning new room full of natural finishings with panoramic mountain views.
SPRINGS BISTRO
Italian-inspired casual dining with indoor/outdoor seating
Tuscan-inspired cuisine with fresh, local ingredients paired with a true Italian wine list. The Springs Bistro offers a casual menu featuring tasty items to share, delicious starters and exceptional pizza. Extensive wine and cocktail menu. Outdoor patio dining available in summer months.
The Wine Cellar
Award-winning wine cellar with inventory 50 years in the making
The Wine Cellar at Crystal Springs Resort is an architectural marvel, encompassing nine interconnected chambers which house one of the world’s premier wine collections. With more than 6,000 labels in its leather-bound list, the Wine Cellar has won countless awards, including the Wine Spectator Grand Award every year since 2006.