Lynn Kildaw
CGTF
Level III Member,
British Columbia, Canada

“Currently, I am an examiner for the Canadian Golf Teachers Federation and have been teaching certification schools for the past three years.  I operate a golf instruction business of golf schools and private/group lessons in Penticton, British Columbia.

            “Before coming to Penticton, I taught junior golf for 10 years.  I also worked in other facets of the golf industry:  the pro shop, course marshalling, tournament coordinator, and rules committee.  Through all the different experiences in the golf field, it is the teaching profession that is my passion.

            “I believe in being realistic in achieving student goals and making golf a game everyone can play, from three years to 90+ years young.  Physical limitations are no barrier.  Those with wheelchairs, fused vertebrae, missing limbs, hip and knee replacements, and very minimal range of motion can all enjoy golf  As one of the only female instructor in the entire Okanagan area,  I am working extensively with one of the fastest growing groups in golf – women. Getting ladies “golf course ready” with skills, course management, rules/etiquette and comfort zone is a big part of my program.

            “Since I believe that golf is a lifetime sport for everyone, it is important to keep it simple with an enjoyable and relaxed learning environment. Teaching golf involves communicating to golfers at any level and any age. Tapping into the student’s way of learning is the key to making it real and successful.  I believe in creating learning experiences charged with positive emotion.”