No matter how long you’ve been playing golf, you probably want to improve some aspect of your game. Hone your skills and meet some fellow golfers when you sign up for a group program—we offer a range of golf clinics for adults and juniors. Or book a private lesson with one of Fairwinds’ teaching pros for personalized instruction that’s tailored to your unique goals, abilities, and swing. Please make your lesson appointment by calling 250.468.7666.
Adult Drop-in Clinic
$35 per 1 hour session
Each class will cover a different topic such as: putting, chipping, pitching, sand shots, driving, and irons.
| Day | Dates | Time |
| Mon | April 19, 26 | 12:45-1:45 PM |
| Mon | May 10, 31 | 12:45-1:45 PM |
| Mon | June 14, 21, 28 | 12:45-1:45 PM |
| Mon | July 12, 19, 26 | 12:45-1:45 PM |
| Mon | August 9, 16 | 12:45-1:45 PM |
| Thu | April 15, 22 | 10:45 - 11:45 AM |
| Thu | May 6, 20 | 10:45 - 11:45 AM |
| Thu | June 3, 17 | 10:45 - 11:45 AM |
| Thu | July 8, 22 | 10:45 - 11:45 AM |
| Thu | August 12, 19 | 10:45 - 11:45 AM |
Adult Clinic
$120 per 4-week session (includes four one-hour lessons)
This clinic is open to men and women who have been playing for at least two years. In four weeks, you will learn the short game of putting, chipping, pitching, and the full swing with woods and irons.
| Day | Dates | Time |
| Tues | April 6, 13, 20, 27 | 12:45-1:45 PM |
| Tues | May 4, 11, 18, 25 | 10:45- 11:45 AM |
| Thurs | Apr 1, 8, 15, 22 | 12:45-1:45 PM |
| Thurs | May 6, 13, 20, 27 | 5:45-6:45 PM |
| Thurs | June 3, 10, 17, 24 | 5:45-6:45 PM |
| Thurs | Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23 | 5:45-6:45 PM |
Women’s Clinic
Wednesdays, 5:30-7:00 PM – $45 per evening (includes a one-and-a-half hour lesson)
A great introduction for women who are new to the game, each evening includes a 1.5 hour clinic and range balls, facilitated by a PGA of Canada instructor.
| Month | Dates |
| April | 14, 21, 28 |
| May | 12, 19, 26 |
| June | 9, 16, 23, 30 |
| July | 14, 21, 28 |
| August | 11, 18, 25 |
| September | 1, 8, 15 |
Private Lessons
(45 minute lesson, 1 student)
| Sessions | Adult | Junior |
| 1 session | $85 | $65 |
| 4 sessions | $305 | $230 |
| 8 sessions | $545 | $410 |
| 12 sessions | $765 | $575 |
Semi-private Lessons
(1 hour lesson, price per person, 2 students)
| Sessions | Adult | Junior |
| 1 session | $60 | $45 |
| 4 sessions | $215 | $165 |
| 8 sessions | $385 | $290 |
| 12 sessions | $540 | $405 |
Private Group Lessons
(1 hour lesson, price per person, 3-4 students)
| Sessions | Adult | Junior |
| 1 session | $40 | $32 |
| 4 sessions | $150 | $115 |
| 8 sessions | $270 | $200 |
| 12 sessions | $380 | $285 |
Private Group Lessons
(1 hour lesson, price per person, 5-6 students)
| Sessions | Adult | Junior |
| 1 session | $35 | $26 |
| 4 sessions | $125 | $95 |
| 8 sessions | $225 | $170 |
| 12 sessions | $315 | $235 |
2-Hour Playing Lessons
| Sessions | Lesson | Plus Green Fee |
| 1 student | $195 | $20 |
| 2 students | $120/person | $20/person |
| 3-4 students | $100/person | $20/person |
Junior Group Programs
Maximum of 6 participants per instructor and a minimum of 3 students. Classes are held rain or shine so come prepared for the weather. Equipment is available for use if needed. All lessons are led by a PGA of Canada instructor. Please reserve by calling 250.468.7666.
Spring Break Camp (ages 5-7 years)
$70 per 4-day week session (includes four 45-minute lessons)
| Day | Dates | Times |
| Monday-Thursday | Mar 15, 16, 17, 18 | 12:30 - 1:15 PM |
| Monday-Thursday | Mar 22, 23, 24, 25 | 12:30 - 1:15 PM |
Spring Break Camp (ages 8-13 years)
$130 per 4-day week session (includes four 1.5-hour lessons)
| Day | Dates | Times |
| Monday-Thursday | Mar 15, 16, 17, 18 | 1:30 - 3:00 PM |
| Monday-Thursday | Mar 22, 23, 24, 25 | 1:30 - 3:00 PM |
Rookies (ages 5-7 years)
$70 per 4 sessions (includes four 45-minute lessons)
Your child will learn the FUNdamental skills of golf from one of our PGA of Canada instructor. Key concepts taught include grip, stance, posture, alignment and balance for both the full swing and the short game.
| Day | Dates | Time |
| Fri | April 9, 16, 23, 30 | 3:45-4:30 PM |
| Fri | May 7, 14, 21, 28 | 3:45-4:30 PM |
| Fri | June 4, 11, 18, 25 | 3:45-4:30 PM |
| Mon-Thu | July 5, 6, 7, 8 | 9:00 - 9:45 AM |
| Mon-Thu | July 26, 27, 28, 29 | 9:00 - 9:45 AM |
| Mon-Thu | August 9, 10, 11, 12 | 9:00 - 9:45 AM |
Learn to Play (ages 8-13 years)
$95 per 4-week session (includes four one-hour lessons)
Your child is going to learn the key concepts, grip, stance, posture, alignment and balance for both the full swing and the short game.
| Day | Dates | Time |
| Wed | April 7, 14, 21, 28 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM |
| Wed | May 5, 12, 19, 26 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM |
| Wed | June 2, 9, 16, 23 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM |
Junior Summer Golf Camp (ages 8-13 years)
$150 per 3-day session (includes three 2.5-hour lessons)
During this camp your child will learn the techniques in the practice facility and then apply them on the golf course, supervised by a PGA of Canada instructor. Children will be playing about 3 holes every day and then practice their skills at the driving range.
| Day | Dates | Times |
| Monday-Wednesday | July 5, 6, 7 | 9:00 - 11:30 AM |
| Monday-Wednesday | July 12, 13, 14 | 9:00 - 11:30 AM |
| Monday-Wednesday | July 19, 20, 21 | 9:00 - 11:30 AM |
| Monday-Wednesday | July 26, 27, 28 | 9:00 - 11:30 AM |
| Monday-Wednesday | August 9, 10, 11 | 9:00 - 11:30 AM |
| Monday-Wednesday | August 16, 17, 18 | 9:00 - 11:30 AM |
| Monday-Wednesday | August 23, 24, 25 | 9:00 - 11:30 AM |
Head of Instruction
Hélène Delisle, PGA of Canada Class “A” member and Head of Instruction at Fairwinds, started playing golf at the age of six. She has been teaching golf since 2000, and enjoys working with players at all skill levels.
Hélène believes that every golfer can improve their game, and that knowledge, preparation and the proper individual analysis of a student’s game are the keys to good instruction. A graduate of the Professional Golf Management program at Collège Laflèche in Trois-Rivières, QC, she has completed all four levels of the PGA of Canada Teaching Certification Program and the National Coaching Certification Program Level 1.
Hélène has been playing golf tournaments since 1990 and is the only female professional who has won on the Vancouver Island Professional Golf Tour with a score of 69 (-2) in 2007. She also has been playing on the Canadian Women’s Tour since 2004 and was named Teacher of the Year for the Vancouver Island region in 2015.
Book a lesson with Hélène at smarterlessons.com, 250.468.7666, or hdelisle@fairwinds.ca.
Golf Professional
Brett is a Class A Professional who has been a member of the PGA of Canada for 20 years now. He began his golfing career at University Golf Club in Vancouver where he worked as a Teaching Professional and the Sales and Events Manager before moving to Vancouver Island and Fairwinds Golf Club in 2008 with his wife and three children. Brett continued his professional development at Fairwinds over the next decade, ultimately being named the Head Professional and Director of Golf, and then General Manager of Operations. Brett has completed all levels of the PGA of Canada Teaching Certification Program, along with being named the PGA of BC Apprentice Professional of the Year (Vancouver Island Region) in 2012.
With many years of experience in the golf industry and high level competitive athletics in multiple sports, Brett possesses the necessary knowledge and skills to enhance the game of every golfer, from the true beginner to the scratch player.
Combining physical fitness and functional movement with golf skills is a key to Brett’s philosophy of incorporating the game of golf into a healthy lifestyle.
To book a lesson, you can reach Brett via mobile at 250.667.3342 or email at b.standerwick@fairwinds.ca
Golf Shop Manager
Ryner grew up in Qualicum Beach and began playing tournaments at a young age, eventually earning a golf scholarship to Vancouver Island University, where he played as the golf team captain for four years, winning the BCCAA individual and team title, and competing in high-level tournaments such as the BC Men’s Amateur and the Canadian Men’s Amateur.
Ryner has worked at Fairwinds Golf Club since 1993 and became a golf professional in 2011. He is passionate about all aspects of the game and is devoted to making the game enjoyable. The key to his teaching philosophy is to instill strong basic fundamentals with positive reinforcement, and he especially enjoys working with new golfers.
Book a lesson with Ryner at 250.468.7666 ext. 233 or rwilson@fairwinds.ca.
