GOLFZON Expands Partnership With Golf Envy, Adding World Class Instruction from GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy
Golf Envy members can now access exclusive GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy coaching programs designed to elevate their game.
Chantilly, Va. – October 14, 2025– GOLFZON, the global leader in golf simulator technology, today announced it has extended its partnership with Golf Envy, delivering enhanced instruction and game improvement opportunities through the GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy. The collaboration brings world-class, virtual golf instruction directly to Golf Envy members, powered by GOLFZON’s award-winning simulator technology and Leadbetter-certified coaches.
With GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy, Golf Envy members will receive complimentary swing analysis from a Leadbetter-certified instructor and access to flexible monthly instruction plans. Players can also send unlimited swing videos to their coaches for real-time feedback, ensuring continuous improvement between lessons.
“Golf Envy and GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy are working together to use technology to break down barriers to accessing high-level golf instruction,” said Benedict Riches, CEO, GOLFZON Leadbetter. “The future of game improvement is indoors. Blending knowledgeable coaches with advanced simulator analysis, in a focused environment, will give golfers a more efficient way to improve their swing with lasting results.”
The training benefits of GOLFZON were on display in Golf Envy’s victory in GOLFZON Tour Season 1, where the team captured the $150,000 top prize, divided equally among players. One of the team’s stalwarts, Shreays Kumaresh, a GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy student, leveraged virtual lessons with GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy to help propel the team to the championship. This year, in GOLFZON Season 2, Golf Envy finished second in qualifying and is looking to make another deep run to the finals as the competition enters the round-robin divisional stage.
“The partnership with GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy gives Golf Envy members unprecedented access to world-class coaches across multiple time zones,” said Ryan Wines, co-founder of Golf Envy. “Because our facilities are open 24/7, members can practice on their own schedule. That flexibility, combined with GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy instruction and advanced swing analytics from GOLFZON simulators, positions Golf Envy as the premier destination for golfers to improve their game.”
Building on the GOLFZON Tour success and the strong member feedback, Golf Envy has expanded rapidly, selling 19 franchises nationwide. New facilities are slated to open in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and Texas by year’s end. Each location will integrate GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy instruction programs into membership offerings, delivering a consistent, high-level training experience for golfers across the country.
Read our full Q&A interview with Golf Envy co-founders Ryan Wines and Cole Arranaga to learn why they chose Leadbetter for instructional programming at their facilities.
Visit Golf Envy’s website and follow them on Instagram to learn more about franchising, becoming a member, and upcoming location openings.
Interested in GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy’s services at your golf facility? Contact them here to find a Leadbetter-certified coach, attend a lesson, or become a golf coach yourself with GOLFZON Leadbetter Education.
About GOLFZON
GOLFZON is the global leader in golf simulator technology and market share. Its renowned models have been named “Best Golf Simulator” by Golf Digest and awarded Golf Inc. Magazine’s “Most Innovative and Exciting New Tech” honor. In recent years, the company has substantially expanded its reach in North America, including partnering with the world’s largest golf management company, Troon, to introduce GOLFZON Social entertainment venues and collaborating with renowned instructor David Leadbetter on GOLFZON Leadbetter and GOLFZON Range by Leadbetter. GOLFZON also hosts three professional virtual golf tournaments: two in Korea (GTOUR and WGTOUR), and the international GOLFZON Tour, launched in 2024.
About GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy
Since its inception in 1983, the Leadbetter business has grown into a global network of 40 academies spanning 15 countries around the world. Based on award-winning coach David Leadbetter’s teaching philosophies, the network features hundreds of coaches and continues to expand since partnering with GOLFZON in 2018. GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy offers lessons at their headquarters in Kissimmee, Florida, as well as certifications online to become a golf coach through GOLFZON Leadbetter Education. Both indoor and green grass golf facilities can license through Leadbetter to certify instructors and feature their teaching for members.
About Golf Envy
Golf Envy is dedicated to a unique golfing experience by focusing solely on the game. Their facilities feature the world’s most accurate simulator technology, creating an environment completely dedicated to enhancing players’ skills and enjoyment without the distractions of food and beverages. Golf Envy’s mission is to empower entrepreneurs nationwide to bring the joy of golf to their communities. In Season 1 of GOLFZON Tour, Golf Envy’s team placed first, and they continue to play in this year’s Tour, concluding later this year.