Because it's being built on the former landfill, the golf course will be devoid of trees. But it will provide views. The ravine was too steep to use in hole design. Yet despite its open layout, the academy could be a big draw because of the uniqueness of the design. The par-3 holes will range from 100 yards to 190 yards. The pitch-and-putt course, with holes of about 20 to 40 yards, is intended for practice or to introduce newcomers to the game.

"We call them alternative facilities, and we think there's a pretty good market for that, we're all getting pressed for time, and we want to play in an hour and a half. Or, you can hit a few balls at the practice range."