Bowes Creek Golf Academy offers Individualized Instruction by PGA Trained Professionals for players at every level. The staff are meticulous about addressing all aspects of your game; full swing dynamics, short game, putting, course management, and the mental game. Our programs are designed for individuals especially junior golfers, couples, small groups who desire to become better players and golf ’s players of the future. You will receive a complete analysis of your game and a straightforward plan tailored to achieve your personal goals. We utilize a professional, but relaxed teaching approach with the latest technology to ensure your success on and off the lesson tee.
Customized Individual Instruction
Annual All-Inclusive Instruction
Short Game School
Full Swing Clinic
On Course Playing Lesson
New to the Game
Junior Golf Clinics
Junior Golf Academy
Parent-Child Clinics
Pubs & Clubs Clinics
Let us know what you want to focus on and we will concentrate on improving that aspect of your game. Computer swing analysis is used at no charge to further enhance your learning.
Customized, individual instruction for the entire golf season! Valid April 15th through November 15th. Computerized video analysis included as determined by the Golf Professional. A minimum of 8 hours of instruction is required of the student. The number of lessons will vary with student’s availability and the scheduling of lessons as determined by instructor.
This three-week program is all about lowering your scores! We focus on the three most important aspects of becoming successful inside 100 yards…chipping, pitching and putting. These shots account for 65% of your score.
This two-hour clinic will focus on the fundamentals: grip, posture, alignment, as well as the full swing. You’ll come out of this clinic with an improved understanding of what will make you successful on the golf course. Don’t be surprised if you pick-up twenty yards on your shot!
This class is for the intermediate to advanced golfer. Previous instruction with BCGA staff required. We will be discussing all aspects of course management. This one-on-one instruction will teach you how to play to your strengths, as well as truly understand how a professional thinks their way around the course. With an improvement in your course management, you can expect to shave a few more strokes off the handicap.
This six-week program will give you the essential tools to get your golf career started off with solid fundamentals. You’ll be taught the grip, posture, basic rules, etiquette, full-swing and an overview of the short game. This program is a must for the person wanting to get their golf career started off correctly.
Just starting? These clinics, run for one hour each day for three days, are a great way to learn the basics in a fun environment. Each day will include education on course etiquette, hitting dynamics, short game and putting.
3 hours of instruction with PGA trained and experienced instructors, 3 snacks, Gatorade or water and a tee shirt.
8 to 1 maximum student-to-teacher ratio
This program is designed for the junior who desires to play at a below 10 handicap, and in the future collegiate level at par and below. This program requires a committed junior looking to play in high school and beyond. The program is twice per week for 6 weeks. It delivers instruction on each student’s individual swing, video swing analysis, intermediate and high level instruction for those players. Upon completion of the technical instruction; the students will hit the course for 9 or 18 holes depending upon their age and course availability. 12 hours of instruction with PGA trained and experienced instructors, 24 hours of golf at Bowes Creek Country Club.
7 to 1 maximum student-to-teacher ratio
This is an innovative and interactive class that allows for the parents and kids to help each other learn under the watchful eye of the golf professional. An hour of instruction will be followed by 6 or 9 holes of golf depending on the age of the student. Each class will focus on a different element of the game from swing dynamics, trick shots, short game, course rules and etiquette. This three-week program at 1 day per week allows a great opportunity from parents to learn from their children! Parents can switch from week to week. 3 hours of instruction with PGA trained and experienced instructors, 6 hours of golf at Bowes Creek Country Club.
Age: minimum of 7 years old
12 to 1 maximum student-to-teacher ratio
Purchase a Pubs & Clubs card for $59 and receive exclusive offers at Bowes Creek Country Club: 10% off Practice Range, $10 off Monday golf, $10 off your total check at Porters Pub (restrictions apply) and up to 10 hours of specialized clinics. Golf clinics will cover a variety of topics. Reserve your spot weekly by calling the pro shop 847-214-5880. Reservations are required. Age: 18+
John Esposito is a Class A PGA Professional and comes to Bowes Creek with over 25 years teaching experience. He has been nominated for Illinois PGA Teacher of the Year several times, most recently 2010. John was just appointed the exclusive instructor for
The Golf Channel Amateur Tour - Chicago North Region. Additionally, his skill as an accomplished player will help all levels become better players. John uses the latest in video technology and an assortment of teaching aids that allow the student to better understand, as well as feel the correct movements needed. You’ll also be taught one of golf’s most important lessons…
how to properly practice. Visit his website:
www.illinoisgolfdoctor.comMike Lehman is the Head Golf Professional at Bowes Creek Country Club. He participated in the Bowes Creek Country Club Development as an owners’ representative for the City of Elgin and is responsible for all elements of its business success. He has been the Director of Golf Operations at the City of Elgin for the past 14 years and he oversees The Highlands and Wing Park golf courses. Mike is an accomplished player and PGA professional. He was a member of the University of Illinois golf team as well as two State Champion runner-up teams with St Edward High School in Elgin. He has been instructing Collegiate and High School players since the mid 1980’s. Mike’s personal philosophy is to have fun with his students but, requires commitment and attention to detail to create a technically sound golf game!
