Chilliwack Golf Lessons

Kevin Stinson

Lead Instructor

With Kevin’s vast knowledge of the golf swing and golf game he has the ability to clear golfers minds of clutter and create a concrete path towards a better swing and better golf.

Nigel Sinnott

Instructor

With thousands of hours of instruction under his belt and years of professional tournament experience, Nigel has all the tools to fix your swing and get your game back on track. From the total beginner to the most advanced player, come see Nigel for your golf instruction needs.

Coaching Bio: Nigel has been a PGA of Canada instructor since 2018. Originally teaching in Vancouver with the Premier Royal Golf Academy at the University Golf Club, Nigel moved back to Chilliwack and joined the Cheam Mountain golf course in 2021. Nigel runs golf clinics for adults as well as junior golfers and does individual or group lessons for all ages. As father of two and with years of teaching every skill level, Nigel is an expert in crafting young and old swings with patience and a plan for the future.

Playing Bio: Nigel turned professional in 2012 and has played locally on the Vancouver Golf Tour and the G&G Golf Tour as well.  In 2021 he travelled across Western Canada competing on the PGA Tour Canada. 

Sean Douglas

Instructor

Sean has been coaching and training athletes for over 30 years in multiple sports. He has a deep understanding of an athlete’s needs, goals and abilities and possesses a keen ability to communicate and design a plan to allow the athlete to progress and succeed. 

Coaching Bio:

Sean has trained, studied and worked with many top coaches, trainers and educators in sport for over 30 years in: golf, hockey, football, baseball and fitness. While learning and being exposed to these various training and teaching disciplines, he has been able to take the best of all sports and approaches while applying these elements to his golf instruction. You will find your lessons with Sean to be fun, full of energy and he will  test your ability, but also highlight your personality and current skills. 

Sean is the coach of the GW Graham AAA High school Team and the Assistant Coach of the UFV Women’s Collegiate  Team (2022 National Silver Medalists).

Playing Bio:

Sean has competed in many VGT events as an amateur and professional, has won over 20 amateur/corporate events and now looks to compete as a senior on the PGA-BC event schedule.

Luke Bogdan

Instructor

Growing up with PGA Tour winners, Nick Taylor and Adam Hadwin, Luke has a unique understanding of what it takes to compete at the highest level.   Luke is committed to passing on his knowledge and expertise to players of all skill levels.

Coaching Bio:
With over 8 years of teaching experience and 20 years of competitive golf experience, Luke is well-versed in the game and knows how to help players of all levels improve their skills. He is a PGA of Canada Class “A” Instructor, which is the highest level of certification awarded by the Professional Golfers’ Association of Canada.  With Luke as your instructor, you can expect to receive expert instruction and guidance, tailored to your specific needs and goals. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics, or an experienced golfer looking to take your game to the next level, Luke can help you achieve your goals and play your best golf.

Richard WHitlam

Instructor

With 50+ years of experience in all facets of the golf industry, Richard has a vast knowledge of golf generally and in golf instruction specifically. Richard owned, managed, and was head golf instructor at the Aquadel Golf course for 35 years. Richard’s coaching style would be closest to Golf Channel’s Martin Hall. His student’s are always treated with courtesy and patience. Playing and teaching golf are passions for Richard.

Coaching Bio:

Richard has worked with some great teachers, both locally and internationally. Notably Hank Haney, Bill Mawhinney, Jennifer Greggain and more recently Kevin Stinson. Many of his students have excelled to become club professionals, college players and one was even the number one ranked Canadian Amateur.

Richard helped update the CPGA teaching manual in 1993. At that time, he befriended Moe Norman, who had a profound influence on him. Richard is a 33 year veteran of the CPGA, he has a Class A standing and is a designated Life Member of the CPGA.

Richard has taught thousands of students of all levels. His specialty is group lessons, of which he has done hundreds.  He taught for 35 years at Aquadel Golf Course, 7 years at The Chilliwack Golf Academy and joined the Cheam Mountain instructors team in 2022.