IMG Academy GC
A view of a green with bunkers and water coming into play at IMG Academy Golf Club.
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4.4
1868 Reviews (1868)
5 Stars
802
4 Stars
796
3 Stars
186
2 Stars
54
1 Stars
30
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
92.3%
Recommend this course
1687 out of 1868 reviews
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4.5
122 Reviews (122)
5 Stars
76
4 Stars
32
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
91.8%
Recommend this course
112 out of 122 reviews
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4.5
219 Reviews (219)
5 Stars
133
4 Stars
64
3 Stars
17
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.5
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
93.6%
Recommend this course
205 out of 219 reviews
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Course Highlights
This South Bradenton gem consistently delivers well-bunkered, generous fairways with fast, true greens in excellent condition. Friendly and accommodating staff contribute to a well-rounded experience at outstanding value.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6842 yards
Slope 135
Rating 73.9

Previously known as IMG Academies Golf & Country Club at El Conquistador.

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Course Details

Year Built 1972
Fairways TifSport Grass
Greens TifEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Mark McCumber (1972) Gene Bates (2003)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirts required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Catering

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.4
1868 Reviews (1868)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 28
19th Hole Scenic Views 17
Dinner 13
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 101
Water Hazards 79
Forced Carries 40
This course/club is great for:
Locals 61
Advanced Golfers 60
Seniors 42
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 75
Near the Airport 48
Worth the Drive 39

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Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
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Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Course Closed

The course was closed due to flooding. How do I get a refund

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Great condition

IMG was in great condition. The greens were wonderful. With a little lift your ball stuck on the green. Putting was fast but fair.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 19
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
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5.0
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Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
1.0
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First Time Playing

I selected to play on the course as a one player.this was due to my lack of golf during the year and due to dip in my confidence levels.having only played five times this year due to certain circumstances

However I was put out in a threesome which didn’t help my confidence or play or me mentally and the other two players were in the same cart. Due to this I quit the game after six holes. As I didn’t want to spoil the game for the other players.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 09/24/2024

Um , thats how golf is meant to be played you dont get to decide to play alone

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Great experience

I had heard this was a good course but it exceeded my expectations. The staff was super friendly, the course layout is great and it is in amazing condition. I can’t wait to get out there again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Great course and awesome greens.

Really really like this golf course. One of the best in the areas especially the greens. Received a good hot deal from Golfnow. Definitely recommend this course if you want greens that roll very well which is hard to find in this area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 89
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 153
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Greens were Challenging & Rolled Nice

IMG is always nice to play.. The greens were fantastic. The speed was moderately quick especially down grain. Course conditions are very good from tee to green. Bunker sand is consistent throughout.the course. The layout has a nice mix of left and right doglegs. The course isn't particularly tight nor difficult but some holes can be challenging. Pace of play was good at about 3 1/2 hours. The only disappointment was that the driving range which I really enjoy using prior to a round has been closed for some time due to a torn net that hasn't been repaired but otherwise a very nice golf experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Fun course, friendly staff

First time playing IMG, so I didn’t know what to expect. I was greeted by a very friendly gentleman who was helpful getting me set up with a cart and rental clubs. Staff was great. Course was in fabulous condition. If anything, fairways were a hair long, but in great shape and consistent. Only bummer is that the driving range is down, so no real chance for warm ups (especially with rental clubs). Otherwise, great experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course except…

The course conditions were very good and the course, playing from the white tees, was challenging but fair. Lots of strategically places bunkers. Greens were in good shape and true to the reads and good pace.

We only saw a cart person once and there were few if any (didn’t see ine) water stations. It was hot and water or gator aide etc was needed. There is no easy place to stop after hole nine to get something to eat or drink.

The worst part is the darn range screens! Every time you left a hole or moved to another part of the fairway, an irritating ad would pop up. All a golfer wants is to see the distance to the green or a bunker etc. It was so annoying that we agreed we would never buy anything from the pro shop. And, we had a discussion about wether we could do a return visit. Get rid of the darn ads! If you want to drum up business, maybe a message every few holes to remind an offer to use your pro-shop discount! First, you need to have a discount. That might prompt a purchase rather than just annoy everyone.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Players notice

I noticed on many holes edges of to cup chews up from players hitting the edges when putting flag back. If you can’t place it in the hole cleanly leave it in. Not a knock on the course but a notice to players to be more careful and courteous

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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