Clinics
The Centre has programs for golfers of all ages and abilities, and we especially encourage ladies and families to participate. Learn to golf and improve your game with expert instruction from our pros.
- Jeremy Johnson, Class A CPGA
Jeremy originally hails from Revelstoke, BC and joins the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort golf team for his second year. He previously worked as head professional at Windermere Golf Course and then worked for the prestigious Victoria Country Club on Vancouver Island before moving back to the Columbia Valley as Golf shop manager/ Head Professional at Mountainside and Riverside Golf Course in 2010. Jeremy has excellent teaching skills and is popular with students of all ages, including the Youth Golf & Adventure Camp. He is recognized as one of the best playing professionals in the region.
- Peter Smith, Executive Professional CPGA
Peter, originally from Edinburgh, Scotland has been a long-standing member of the CPGA. Peter has served on the BCPGA board of directors and has been instrumental in the success of the BCPGA. Peter is currently the executive vice president for Fairmont Hot Springs Resort and is also Fairmont Hot Springs Resort director of golf, overseeing all the programs as a consultant to our team of teaching professionals.
Family Clinics
Want to learn the fundamentals of the golf swing and short game? Sign up for a family clinic and we will also cover the basic rules and etiquette of golf. After the clinic, we invite all participants to play a round at the family-friendly Creekside Par 3. Only $29 for the whole family. Little Swingers Clinics — For Juniors aged 3–7. Designed to introduce the game to these Little Swingers, we make the experience of golf as fun as possible!
Junior Short Game Clinics
We introduce some of the more challenging techniques of the short game to beginners and experienced Juniors. The second most important part of golf is getting the ball in the hole, so this clinic also teaches putting and chipping skills.
Junior Swing Clinics
The basic fundamentals of the golf swing: set-up, grip, and posture will be addressed in this clinic for both experienced and beginner Juniors. Located at the driving range, we introduce skills in a group setting and then provide individual attention to each Junior as they hit 1,000 golf balls. This clinic includes an additional free bucket of balls to use on your next driving range visit!
Youth Golf & Adventure Camp
Play golf in the morning and enjoy exciting adventure in the afternoon on our annual summer golf camp for children aged 7 to 13. This three day fun camp offers hands-on learning with our CPGA professional Jeremy Johnson, and outdoor adventure with an experienced BC Rockies Adventures guide.
Includes: Transportation at the resort. Two golf lessons with Jeremy Johnson. Three rounds of golf at Creekside golf course. Structured afternoon adventures with a BC Rockies Adventures guide. Daily lunch. Adventure program equipment. FREE access to the famous hot mineral pools during camp hours . Camp t-shirt.
For more information and to register contact BC Rockies Adventures: 250.345.6049 or email bcrockies@fhsr.com.
Advanced Golfer Clinics
Specially designed for the experienced golfer who wants more in-depth instruction in a group environment with more personalized instruction. Learn how to fine-tune that golf swing and how to add a shot or two to your short game repertoire.
Adult Swing and Short Game Clinics
These popular lessons are part of the new Golf Learning Centre program. Covering the basic fundamentals of the golf swing and short game in this mini golf school concept, learn how to properly use a variety of clubs and then explore short game strategies and techniques.
Ladies Lesson, Nine and Wine
This populra, fun event is designed specifically for ladies only. It includes a half-hour lesson on a weekly topic, followed by a 9 hole round of golf. The fun continues afterwards at the clubhouse where participants will sample some of the region’s finest wines.
Ladies Only Clinics
These weekend clinics cater to the lady golfer who wants to learn more about the golf swing and short game. In a comfortable, group environment open to all skill levels, learn the basics of swing, grip, and set-up fundamentals and receive personalized instruction while practicing your newly learned skills. The short game clinic will focus on chipping, pitching lob shots, sand play, and putting. These clinics are a great opportunity to ask questions and learn how to hit those difficult shots.
Club-Fitting Day
Featuring the world-class TaylorMade Select Fitting System, our group of CPGA professionals will be on site to fit your golf clubs for free. Demo TaylorMade’s new equipment and enjoy great deals in the Golf Shop, where a special order will only take 5–7 days to arrive.
Private Lessons
Available by appointment with one of our CPGA professionals, these helpful sessions are tailored to your learning needs. Whether it’s a focus on curing your slice or learning how to hit out of the sand, a private lesson is the way to get personalized one-on-one instruction. Lesson options available include semi-private lessons, a series of three lessons, or a playing lesson to work on course management and strategies. Why not enjoy personalized instruction in a private setting?
Contact Details
Golf Learning Centre: 250.345.6346
Package Bookings: 250.345.6070
