Head professional Bill Kelly and his staff offer a full instructional program to suit all levels. From the beginner to the very advanced, we are confident we can get your game into tip top shape. All private lessons use the latest in video and computer analysis and include range balls, rental clubs (if required), and an informative personal lesson booklet to take home with you.

Instruction Programs 2018

Private Lessons

Semi- Private (2ppl)

45 minutes lessons
Initial consultation (60min) $55.00 per person

Semi- Private (3ppl)

60 minutes lessons
Initial consultation (60min) $75.00 per person

Private Coaching Programs 

30 min Sessions Includes initial consultation, club evaluation, video analysis and ongoing support

Students enrolled in coaching programs are eligible for Academy Membership Discounting Range Passes & Tokens

– 10% discount Retail & Soft Goods (excludes hard goods)

– 10% discount

*All lessons purchased between January 1st and September 30th will expire on December 31st of the year purchased.

All lesson purchased October 1st to December 31st will expire on December 31st of the following year.

Junior Golf Program

Our Commitment To foster the enjoyment, friendship, challenge, skills, development, rules, knowledge, and character development the sport of golf can provide. Through Club, inter club, zone, provincial, and national competitions provide a measuring stick to challenge both the experienced and inexperienced junior golfer. To develop leadership abilities in those players who have confidence in their skills to help less experienced players. Through social play, clinics, events, provide learning opportunities to the skills of the beginning, novice, and young golfers. To provide an environment strong in peer support and allow for a positive exchange between the senior and novice junior members. To provide professional training on an ongoing basis for a nominal fee to aid in the long term development of junior golf in the Comox Valley and on Vancouver Island and beyond. Age Requirements The Junior Program is designed for junior golfers aged 8-18. Glacier Greens Golf Club must approve golfers under the age of 8 who wish to be part of the junior program for membership. Consideration will be given to under 8 juniors who have previous playing experience and/or have worked with one or more golf professionals to develop their games.

Junior Program

Glacier Greens is proud to announce the beginning of a graduated junior golf program. The program is designed to take juniors from any experience level and allow them to grow on the golf course. Juniors are welcome of any skill or age range. The program follows Golf Canada’s Long Term Development Plan and Future Links. Our goal is to not only help juniors grow in the game of golf but make them more physically fit and well mannered people. The cist if the program includes range balls, clubs and tuition.

Junior program 2018

White Program (4 week program)

This program is offered through the Recreational guides in Comox and Courtenay. We would ask that you sign up through the recreation guides. This program is an introduction to Glacier Greens and the game of golf. It is 4 weeks long and can be used as a spring board into our summer programs. If you have 4 interested juniors there is also the possibility of running privately. Please contact the pro shop if you have any questions.

Day Camps (6 hours)           

Two camps one offered for juniors (6-9)
Dates- to be determined and one for ages (9-12)

These two camps offer juniors a chance to get involved for a full day of golf activity. It will give them a chance to learn about the game of golf and get on the course for a few holes. A meal will be offered with this program.

Orange Program (8 week program)

(ages 6-11)

The orange program is designed as an introduction to the basics of playing golf. Covered in the lessons will be history, etiquette, how to play on the course, and technique of the swing. The lessons will also involve a physical fitness component to help build a strong golfer. Involment in this lesson program is a great way to give your junior the chance to understand how the game is played and how to behave on the golf course

Blue Program (10 weeks)

(ages 8-12)

The blue program offers a chance for the juniors to spend a little more time on the golf course to prepare them to play more. The blue program involves more technique in the golf swing and more physical demands. The goal of the blue program is to have the juniors learn enough about the course that they could play without assistance but with supervision.

Black Program (10 weeks)

(ages 9-12)     

The black program is designed to be integrated with a junior membership. The program will help students learn how to be self sufficient on the golf course and give them the tools to play.

Elite Program                                                                                   

The elite program is for students wishing to really take there game to the next level. The program includes practice sessions, on course lessons and private one on one instruction. Players will have access to all technology that Glacier Greens has to offer.

The practice session dates will fall on Friday Afternoons/evenings. The dates are as follows:

Juniors are not required to come to each practice session but it gives them a chance to have some supervised practice time with a PGA of Canada professional. Private lesson and coaching sessions must be booked by the individual. Lessons will be 1 half an hour. There will be 2 lessons a month for 5 months starting in April. If the junior does not book his lessons they will not be redeemable.

Program costs

Nominal fees apply for travel expenses (green fees and/or entry fees) when playing in inter club competitions, and any other zone or provincial events. Transportation is at the discretion of the parents and is not provided by the club. There is a $20 charge for competing in Glacier Greens Junior Club Championship. Annual range pass is available to Juniors for $150 +GST. Times of Play Juniors may play by booking through the pro shop at 250-339-6515. Late afternoons are the best times for juniors without an adult or adult guest to play as the course is quieter. Juniors are not permitted to play Saturdays before 11:30. A junior with an adult guest may play without restriction at the discretion of the pro shop staff. Please check calendar of events frequently to identify busy periods and events. All members and their guests while on the property should observe proper behavior and dress code. Profanity and poor behavior will not be tolerated and can result in a loss or suspension of playing privileges. Junior Instruction Junior Instruction is available from our team of talented teaching professionals. Please contact the golf shop for details and to set up an initial evaluation. Rates and times vary based on class size or private instruction and programs chosen.

Tournaments

There are a multitude of tournaments throughout the year for junior golfers and our members. The Glacier Greens Junior Club Championship is open to all junior members and is scheduled for August TBA. A $20 entrance fee applies. Junior Golf Tours Juniors may all play in any other amateur tournaments they wish by contacting the organization and paying accordingly the required fees. All juniors who wish to compete in tournaments must have a valid handicap and have their handicap cards updated by a shop member prior to competition. Zone 6 Junior Golf Tour The Comox Valley falls under the zone 6 tournament calendars and has 12 Spring Tour events scheduled from March to April. Summer Tour scheduling begins May and runs through July 2013. This is a great opportunity to test your skills against other juniors from Chemainus to Campbell River. Details can be found at www.bcgazone6.org Anyone wishing to compete in the spring and/or summer tours must complete a Competitor registration certificate and agreement which can be found on their website as well as a spring/summer tour entry form. Other Junior Tours on Vancouver Island and the Mainland include: MJT(Maple Leaf Junior Tour) www.maplejt.com CJGA (Canadian Junior Golf Association) www.cjga.com For details and help creating a tournament and practice schedule please contact one of our teaching professionals and they will be happy to meet with you to discuss your tournament profile. High school Golf The high school golf season is short in BC with Championships held at the end of May each year. Vancouver Island High School Golf Championships typically happen Mid May. High School Golf is divided up into three categories ‘A’, ‘AA’, ‘AAA’ Juniors interested in participating in High School Golf should contact their school administrator, golf coach, or counselor for help. Glacier Greens extends an offer to all local high school golf teams to practice and do their try-outs at our facility for nominal fees. We also offer CPGA Teaching Professionals assistance at no charge during March/April to aid in team development. Conclusion We are dedicated to helping Junior golfers succeed on all levels of play and competition. We hope you enjoy your year with us and grow into your game with confidence and develop strong skills that will support you into the future. We are always eager to help with questions, guidance, and direction so make sure to introduce yourself to all the staff here at Glacier Greens Golf Course. Happy Golfing!!