Instructors

Greg McClure

Head Professional, Burnaby Mountain

A member of PGA of Canada since 1993, Greg joined the Golf Burnaby team in 2003 and assumed the role of Burnaby Mountain’s Head Professional in 2014. Greg is not only very knowledgeable, his enthusiasm for the game and sense of humour make him favourite among customers and staff. He's also Burnaby Mountain’s only “lefty." 

Alex Ludeman

With certifications in Golf 2, Power 2 and Junior 2 through the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI), as well as a 3D motion certification through Sportsbox 3D Golf, Alex has developed an innovative approach to helping players build a powerful and efficient golf swing. By looking at the whole athlete, Alex finds the shortest route to improving an athlete's game and lowering scores. If you're interested in how your range of motion, course management, practice habits, golf fitness, playing mindset, club fitting, nutrition and hydration can influence your game, Alex is sure to provide an enjoyable and informative experience. You may reach Alex at [email protected]

Brian Crowe

Brian began playing golf at the age of 15 and quickly developed a talent and passion for the game. After graduating from the University of Ottawa he travelled extensively working various jobs in his field of commerce. In 1997 Brian taught English in Pohang, South Korea—an experience that uncovered a strong desire to teach.

Brian's love of travel, golf and teaching inspired him to turn professional in 1998. He joined the Burnaby Mountain team in 2008 where he teaches students from beginner to advanced, instilling sound fundamentals in a fun environment. To reach Brian, email [email protected]
 

Brad Ewart

Brad Ewart, Class A PGA of Canada member, began teaching golf in 1988 and has been a professional and a student of the game ever since. As a professional golfer Ewart played two seasons (1990 - 1991) on the Asian Golf Circuit and has played 492 courses in 23 countries around the world. Ewart is also a golf journalist working in print, radio, and television. Ewart served as Media Chairman (1995-1999) for the PGA TOUR’S Air Canada Championship. For eight seasons Ewart was Tournament Director for Canadian Junior Golf Association and is currently in the same role for the Grizzly Golf Tour. Ewart has coached numerous junior, college, amateur and professional golfers who have gone on to win collegiate, provincial, and national titles. For the past 25 years Ewart, a Golf Trick Shot Artist, has entertained thousands of golfers around the world with his ‘entertainment on the links’ routine.

Steve Min

Steve graduated with a degree in associated golf management from the San Diego Golf Academy and is dedicated to bringing his students’ games to the next level. 
“As a golf teaching professional, my approach to building up a fundamentally sound golf swing always starts from understanding the importance of posture (balance point) and proper kinematic sequence of the swing.  Obviously, there are many more detailed aspects to learn in a golf swing but understanding the solid framework can simplify the learning process dramatically.
And, as a TPI certified golf fitness coach, I approach individually to improve stability (strengthen resisting power), mobility (improving range of motion), balance, strength, and power (speed).
My primary golf fitness goals for golfers are simply getting them into their best kinematic sequence possible and avoiding injury so they can play golf for longer periods of time.
I am confident that my experience and knowledge will help and benefit different levels of golfers from beginners to elite junior golfers who work their way up to play their highest level of golf.”
He also believes the key to developing a consistent swing is understanding a person’s body type and physical limitations, while focusing on increasing strength and flexibility.

샌디에이고 골프 아카데미에서 골프 관련 경영학 학위를 취득했으며, 수강생의 골프 실력을 한 단계 더 높이는 데 헌신하고 있습니다.
"골프 티칭 프로로서, 근본적으로 견실한 골프 스윙을 증진하는 저의 접근 방식은 항상 자세(균형점)의 중요성과 스윙의 적절한 운동학적 순서를 이해하게 하는 데서 시작합니다.  분명, 골프 스윙에는 더 세부적으로 배워야 할 것이 많기는 하지만, 견실한 기본 틀을 이해하기만 하면 배우는 과정이 극적으로 단순해질 수 있습니다.
또한 저는 TPI 공인 골프 피트니스 코치로서 개인별 접근 방식을 통해 안정성(저항력 강화), 가동성(관절 가동 범위 개선), 균형, 근력, 동력(속도)을 개선합니다.
제가 골퍼들에게 바라는 골프 피트니스의 주된 목표는 그야말로 자신에게 가능한 최상의 운동학적 순서를 익히고 부상을 피해서 골프를 더 오랜 기간 즐길 수 있게 하는 것입니다.
저는 저의 경험과 지식이 자신에게 맞는 최고 수준의 골프를 치려고 노력하는 초보자부터 엘리트 주니어 골퍼까지 다양한 수준의 골퍼들에게 분명 도움이 되고 유익할 것이라고 확신합니다.”
그는 또한 일관된 스윙을 개발하는 열쇠는 개인의 체형과 신체적 한계를 이해하는 한편 근력과 유연성을 키우는 데 집중하는 것이라고 믿습니다.
 

Don Seol

As an instructor and competitive player, Don brings both perspectives to his teaching and understands how best to coach you. Not only will he improve your swing mechanics, he'll help you shoot lower scores. Growing up, Don won several junior tournaments and later competed in pro tournaments in Canada and Korea. He has a degree in psychology and economics from UBC, where he played on the varsity team. Don has worked with some of the game's best coaches and has been teaching for the last 10 years. Don may be reached at [email protected].

강사이자 현역 선수로서 이 두 종류의 경험을 레슨에 모두 반영하고 있으며, 개인에게 가장 잘 맞는 지도 방식을 알고 있습니다. 스윙 기술을 개선할 뿐 아니라 타수를 줄이는 데도 도움을 드릴 것입니다. 청소년 시절 여러 주니어 대회에서 우승을 차지한 이후 캐나다와 한국에서 프로 대회에 출전했습니다. UBC에서 심리학 및 경제학 학위를 취득했으며, 대학 대표팀 선수를 지냈습니다. 최고의 골프 코치들과 함께 일하면서 2009년부터 가르치고 있습니다.

Johnny Nguyen

Johnny started playing golf at the age of 8 and became an accomplished junior golfer in British Columbia Golf Zone 2 of the Okanagan and Thompson-Nicola area. Over the last 2 decades Johnny has been devoted to studying the game of golf with the some of the world’s best instructors with respect to state of mind, strength and conditioning, nutrition, instruction/coaching, golf club fitting and golf club building. His goal is to introduce and grow the game—making it more accessible to a broader segment of the population. What drives his passion is being able to take existing golfers and enhance their connection to the game, and at the same time taking someone who has never golfed before to develop their passion for the sport. His sessions are interactive and engaging so his students feel at ease, enabling them to be their best while having fun!

Johnny bắt đầu chơi gôn từ năm 8 tuổi và trở thành tay gôn thiếu niên (junior golfer) thành thạo tại British Columbia Golf Zone 2 trong khu vực Okanagan và Thompson-Nicola. Trong 2 thập niên qua Johnny đã chuyên chú vào việc học gôn với một số huấn luyện viên giỏi nhất trên thế giới về tinh thần, sức mạnh và thể lực, dinh dưỡng, giảng dạy/huấn luyện, chuẩn bị gậy đánh gôn và lắp ráp gậy đánh gôn. Mục tiêu của minh là giới thiệu và phát triển môn chơi này—giúp cho nhiều người có thể chơi môn này hơn. Động lực thúc đẩy niềm đam mê của minh là có thể nâng cao mối gắn kết  với môn chơi này cho những người chơi gôn hiện nay, và đồng thời giúp người chưa bao giờ chơi gôn trước đây phát huy niềm đam mê với môn thể thao này. Những buổi hướng dẫn của minh đều mang tính chất tương tác và hào hứng để học viên của em cảm thấy thoải mái, và có thể phát huy hết khả năng trong khi vui chơi!

Nathan Boal

Nathan's journey in golf began at the age of 5 at Burnaby Mountain Golf Course, where he quickly discovered a talent and developed a deep passion for the game. Competing in numerous junior tournaments across BC, he earned recognition as an accomplished Zone 4 junior golfer. Over the years, Nathan has dedicated himself to honing his skills with Burnaby's golf coaches, focusing on enhancing the understanding and abilities of players of all ages and skill levels.

Beyond his accomplishments on the course, Nathan is equally dedicated to sharing his passion for golf with others. He possesses a strong commitment to teaching, catering to both children and adults. His expertise extends across various age groups and skill levels, ensuring a rewarding learning experience for anyone looking to improve their game under his guidance.

Mike Belle

Mike brings a wealth of experience and a competitive edge to his high-end coaching services. With years of playing experience, including a number of successful years on the PGA Tour Canada, he understands the nuances of the game, allowing him to provide unique insights and strategies to elevate your performance.

His approach combines the latest high-end technology, with real-world playing experience, offering a comprehensive development plan tailored to each golfer's individual needs. Whether you're aiming to fine-tune your swing or develop a winning mindset, Mike's coaching will help you achieve your goals.

Mike is still a very competitive player himself, and combined with his knowledge of the swing, he is committed to helping you unlock your full potential on the golf course. 
 

Sean Spottiswood

Head Professional, Riverway

A member of the PGA of Canada since 1992 with Class “A” and “Level Four Teaching” Certification, 1992-2001 Richmond Country Club, 2002-present Riverway GC.

Ever since his first golf swing at age 10 Sean has been a passionate and dedicated student of the game so much so that he made it his career. Before becoming a family man and father of 4 children, Sean was committed to playing PGA of Canada competitive golf tournaments and had numerous top 10 finishes, including a first place! Sean believes there is nothing more rewarding than helping people enjoy and grow in the game of golf!

Mike Vanderwolf

Mike joined the PGA of Canada in 1990 and has served in a variety of roles in his lengthy career, including serving as Director of Instruction at the McCleery Golf Academy in Vancouver from 1999 to 2021, and serving as Lead Coach Developer on the PGA of Canada’s team of National Facilitators.

Mike started playing golf as a teenager, playing events throughout the Pacific Northwest. As a Professional, Mike has trained extensively to provide quality learning experiences for all his students, from beginners to Tour Professional. Mike has been the recipient of a number of provincial and national awards including the 2000 PGA of BC Teacher of the Year. As a leader in the development of effective programming and student focused planning Mike has enjoyed being a part of the growth of thousands of golfers and looks forward to meeting you and helping you realize all the game has to offer.
 

Jodi Reimer

Jodi’s passion with golf was love at first swing! She quickly transitioned her hard hit from field hockey to crushing a 7iron 150 yards. She was immediately hooked and worked hard on other aspects of the game while a junior at Marine Drive Golf Club in Vancouver. Jodi won several junior club championships over the years and had a successful introduction to competition at the provincial and national levels. She found her passion for helping students improve and has dedicated herself to her craft ever since.

Jodi has 25 years and counting as a PGA of Canada Professional, all of which have been at the Riverway Golf Course. Jodi believes in a holistic approach to coaching, combining solid fundamentals and good technique with the “human side” of the game, (mental, physical, and emotional). Patience, performance, and passion are Jodi’s keys to guiding her students towards their true potential.

Max Sobczuk-Fisher

Max grew up on the Sunshine Coast and started golfing when he was 12. Learning from his dad and gaining interest right away he always wanted to be at the golf course. By age 16 he was near a scratch golfer and played in BC juniors, BC Summer games and won his Jr Club championship. By using swing biomechanics he tries to identify the individuals needs to build an efficient golf swing.

Alex Kang

Alex's love of golf has led him to make a career change from a successful IT sales and consulting professional to the golf industry. Starting at university, 30 years later Alex has become a capable competitive player known for effortless swing and ball striking skills.

Alex has built tremendous skill and understanding of the game that he shares with his students. Based on his long time experience as a consultant or a facilitator, Alex has demonstrated excellent insight to identifying each student's needs and meeting their goals. His students are treated to a high quality and comfortable learning experience leading to an opportunity to learn and enjoy golf. Alex‘s first language is Korean and he is fluent in English.

지난 30년간의 골프 경력을 바탕으로 이곳 리버웨이 골프 코스에서 코치로서 인사드리게 되어 반갑습니다.

유연성과 근력이 부족할 수 있는 성인들도 보다 쉽게 접근할 수 있도록 각자의 운동 능력을 고려한 체계적인 교습법으로 보다 쉬운 스윙이 가능하도록 지도하고 있습니다.

지금 방문하시어 상담 받아 보시기 바랍니다.

감사합니다.

Dahman Boudraa

Dahman has been a member of PGA of Canada since 1993 and has dedicated his career to growing the game of golf at all levels. He has earned his Level Four Teaching Certification and attended various teaching conferences all over North America. Dahman’s goal is to have his students enjoy the game while continuously monitoring and encouraging their progress. He takes great pleasure in teaching golfers of all ages and abilities.

Tae-sung Kim

Tae-sung has been passionate about helping golfers play their best since 2004. With a psychology degree from SFU and years of experience as a PGA of Canada Class “A” Professional, he understands that great golf isn’t just about technique—it’s about feeling comfortable and confident in your swing.
Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, Tae-sung helps each golfer find a swing that feels natural and holds up under pressure. His simple, effective teaching style focuses on movement, tension control, and consistency—helping players hit straighter, longer, and more reliable shots.
For Tae-sung, the most rewarding part of coaching is seeing golfers of all ages grow in confidence and truly enjoy the game. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, he’s excited to help you take your skills—and your love for golf—to the next level.

2004년부터 골퍼들이 최고의 기량을 펼치도록 돕는 일에 열정을 쏟아왔습니다. SFU에서 심리학 학위를 취득하고 캐나다 PGA 클래스 "A" 프로로 다년간 경험을 쌓아 훌륭한 골프는 단순히 기술에만 의존하는 것이 아니라 스윙에서 편안함과 자신감을 느끼는 것임을 알고 있습니다.
일률적인 접근 방식 대신 각 골퍼가 자연스러움을 느끼고 압박감 속에서도 안정적인 스윙을 찾도록 돕습니다. 동작, 긴장 조절, 일관성을 중시하는 그의 간명하고 효과적인 지도 스타일은 더 똑바로, 더 멀리, 더 안정된 샷을 치는 데 도움이 됩니다.
그가 지도하면서 가장 보람을 느끼는 순간은 모든 연령대의 골퍼가 자신감을 키우고 게임을 진정 즐기는 모습을 볼 때입니다. 초보자든 경험 있는 골퍼든 그는 여러분의 실력과 골프에 대한 열정을 더 높여드릴 생각으로 벌써 들떠 있습니다.
 

Vince Liu

After a successful career as a Corporate Trainer with McDonalds’ International and Johnson & Johnson, Vince joined the Golf Burnaby team in 2001. He started working in the Burnaby Mountain Pro Shop and later became a PGA of Canada professional. As one of very few Chinese golf professionals at the time, the China Golf Association offered him the position of Head Coach for their National Men's Golf Team in 2011. Among the players he coached, 2 are now enjoying great success—Li HaoTung, a European Tour winner and Zhang XinJun, a 2018 PGA Tour member.

劉教練曾經擔任麥當勞與嬌生公司的人力資源總監和資深訓練師，對陪訓教學有多年獨到經驗。2001年加入本拿比球場服務後，又參與加拿大青少年巡迴賽的籌備與擔任卑詩省賽事總監的機會，因而能夠將過去教學心得重新用在高爾夫教學。
劉教練的努力得到中國高爾夫協會的肯定，於2011年特邀擔任為奧林匹克運動會男子國家隊總教練。曾經指導過當時國內眾多頂尖好手。同時帶隊參與歐巡賽，澳洲公開賽等國內外賽事。協助張新軍在2011年上海匯豐世錦賽並列13名，在2018年成為美巡賽正式會員。也曾經輔導當時剛轉職業的李昊桐，為他日後贏得歐巡賽冠軍打下基礎。

Jaya Rampuri

Jaya discovered her talent and passion for golf at the age of 14. As a junior member of the Vancouver Golf Club, she dedicated herself to developing the skills and mechanics needed to compete at a high level. During this time, Jaya competed in several BC and Canadian Junior Championships, which helped prepare her for her collegiate career at Simon Fraser University. In 2016, Jaya earned a full scholarship to play NCAA Division II Golf and enjoyed significant success over her 5 years there. Her achievements included being named Freshman of the Year, securing over a dozen Top 10 finishes, winning an NCAA event, and placing 7th at the 2019 NCAA Division II National Championships. These accomplishments led to Jaya being named an All-American. She served as captain of the Women’s Golf Team during her final 2 years and graduated with a Communications degree in 2021.

After graduation, Jaya began her professional golf career and has aspirations of joining the LPGA Tour. Her dedication to continuous improvement and her passion for the game drive her pursuit of this dream. Throughout her competitive career, Jaya worked with some of the best coaches in the industry, gaining expertise in swing mechanics and sports psychology. As a PGA of Canada member, she is dedicated to sharing her enthusiasm for golf and her knowledge of technique and course management with golfers of all ages and skill levels.

Derek Whipple

Derek Whipple is an award-winning PGA of Canada member located in Richmond, British Columbia. His contributions and efforts have landed him inside the Top 100 PGA of BC Professional development program six times between 2017-2024. Derek Whipple, a seasoned golf coach, blends his passion for the game with a commitment to helping players of all levels achieve their goals. Armed with certifications in Trackman Level 1 and 2, as well as TPI Level 2 in Golf, Fitness, Junior, and Power, Derek brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his teaching approach. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for personalized instruction, he has guided countless students to success on the green. Derek's dedication to continuous improvement and his ability to tailor lessons to individual needs make him a trusted mentor in the world of golf.

Caine Lacusta

Caine is a distinguished PGA of Canada Class “A” Golf Professional with over 15 years of dedicated experience in the golf industry. Renowned for his warm and engaging coaching style, Caine is committed to crafting personalized learning experiences that cater to each golfer’s unique abilities, goals, and aspirations. His extensive knowledge of swing mechanics, combined with his attention to detail, helps players refine their technique, build confidence, and achieve measurable improvements on the course.
Whether introducing beginners to the joys of golf or helping seasoned players reach their peak performance, Caine fosters a supportive and motivating environment where every individual can unlock their full potential and deepen their passion for the game.

In addition to his coaching expertise, Caine holds an impressive array of certifications, including:

• Callaway Certified Fitter
• Ping Fitting Fundamentals
• TaylorMade Fitting Fundamentals
• Titleist Certified Club & Ball Fitter
• EyeLine Tour Roll Elite Certified
• Swing Catalyst
• FlightScope
• Trackman

With his unparalleled knowledge and welcoming approach, Caine empowers golfers of all levels to thrive both on and off the course.