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Marchica Golf Academy: A Nine-Hole Ron Garl Course on Atalayoun Peninsula
On the Atalayoun peninsula beside the Marchica lagoon, Marchica Golf Academy combines a compact nine-hole course with a substantial practice and performance facility. Designed by American architect Ron Garl, the course is presented as a place for both newcomers and experienced golfers, supported by a 30-bay driving range and a dedicated performance studio.
A compact course beside the Marchica lagoon
The academy is located in Cité d’Atalayoun, on the peninsula overlooking Marchica lagoon near Nador. The water and coastal landscape give the facility a distinctive setting, while the compact course sits alongside a broader golf-learning environment.
Marchica’s official resort website lists a nine-hole course designed by internationally recognised American designer Ron Garl. The academy also includes 30 driving-range bays, private grass teeing areas, a dedicated wedge-scoring area and a large practice zone. The Marchica Golf Performance Studio adds technology for structured training, including V1 Swing Analysis, FlightScope and a SAM Balance Lab. The venue is therefore more than a small golf course: it is a practice and coaching destination designed for beginners, experienced players and groups. The official source reviewed for this guide does not publish a conventional par or full course yardage, so those figures are not stated.
A nine-hole round supported by a full practice programme
The combination of course and academy facilities makes Marchica useful for a shorter round, a lesson-based visit or a focused technical practice session.
Develop the short game
The academy lists a wedge-scoring area, private grass teeing areas and a large practice zone. These facilities allow players to work on distance control and scoring shots beyond the nine-hole loop.
Use performance analysis
The Performance Studio includes V1 Swing Analysis, FlightScope and SAM Balance Lab technology. Ask the academy which sessions are available and whether an instructor-led analysis should be booked in advance.
A Ron Garl nine-hole course with a 30-bay practice academy
Marchica is distinctive because its golf offer is built around learning as well as playing. The nine-hole course gives golfers a real on-course experience, while the practice range, grass tees and performance studio provide a broader pathway for improving technique.
Planning a visit to Marchica Golf Academy
The resort publishes academy information and a contact route; Marchica Med also lists golf lesson and green-fee rates. Rates and access arrangements can change, so contact the academy to confirm visitor access, whether resort-stay conditions apply, the current lesson programme and the booking process for the nine-hole course.
- Contact the academy to confirm whether non-resident visitors can book the nine-hole course.
- Ask for current nine-hole fees, practice-ball charges, equipment rental and lesson options.
- Reserve performance-studio sessions separately if you want to use V1, FlightScope or SAM analysis.
Before you play
How many holes does Marchica Golf Academy have?
The official resort website lists a nine-hole course.
Who designed the course?
The resort credits American designer Ron Garl.
What is the course par and length?
The official academy page reviewed for this guide does not publish a conventional par or total yardage.
What practice facilities are available?
The academy lists 30 driving-range bays, private grass tee areas, wedge practice and a large practice area.
What technology is available in the performance studio?
The resort lists V1 Swing Analysis, FlightScope and SAM Balance Lab technology.
Marchica Lagoon Resort — Golf Academy · Marchica Med — academy memberships and golf rates
Course facts checked: 31 October 2026.
