
"From Beginner to Avid Player ... Our Goal is to Make Golf More Enjoyable for Every Student"
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Bios on Each of Our PGA Teaching Professionals - Information on Private Lessons/Clinics/Junior Camps/Junior League
Meet Our Teaching Professionals

Patrick Thornell
Patrick is the head golf professional at The Oaks; he has been in the golf industry since 2004, and with the CandiaOaks team from 2010. Teaching the game of golf is his professional passion. Whether it be a private lesson, group clinic, or junior camp his insights coupled with his unique personality will guarantee a great experience.

Jon Ellis
Jon is the Director of Golf Operations at The Oaks; he has been in the golf industry since 1999 and earned Class A PGA status in 2004. Jon’s teaching philosophy is a focus on ball contact, short game, and course management. Jon’s simple approach has helped players of all ability levels reach their potential.

Jim Sheerin
Jim is one of only 438 PGA of America members who have earned Master Professional status … we are fortunate to have him on The Oaks teaching team. Jim is retired from a forty-year career as head professional at Abenaqui Country Club where he continues to teach members. He spends Thursday afternoons at The Oaks – available for private lessons & clinics.

Jay Pollini
We are excited to introduce Jay Pollini as the newest member of The Oaks PGA teaching staff. Jay is an excellent player … in 2023 being named NHPGA Player of The Year. On the teaching side he brings 27 years of experience in private lessons and clinics; in addition, Jay has seven years of experience as a high school golf team coach. From advanced player to beginner his positive approach almost always results in game improvement/enjoyment among his students.

Ben Alexander
Ben is the General Manager at The Oaks, as a Class A member of the PGA he continues with his passion for teaching the game with players ranging in age and ability. Before making changes, Ben focuses on maximizing one’s performance with “the swing they have today”. His ability to prescribe practice routines, goals, and objectives has helped countless golfers improve their game.

Private Lessons
To Book: Select an Oaks Golf Academy Teaching Professional
Click the Link Under His Bio.
Adults
One Hour Session - $120*
1/2 Hour Session - $70*
Juniors
1/2 Hour Session - $50*
Ask any of our PGA Golf Professionals to explain the added benefits

Mixed Clinic with Jim Sheerin
Thursday Afternoons - 4-5 pm - Starts June 4th
Men & Women - All Skill Levels
Five One Hour Sessions
Mixed Clinic with Jay Pollini-Jon Ellis-Pat Thornell
Thursday Evenings - 5-7 pm - Starts June 4th
Men & Women - All Skill Levels
Men & Women - All Skill Levels
Five Two Hour Sessions
Parent/Child Clinic with Jay Pollini-Pat Thornell
Saturday Afternoons - 1-3 pm - Starts June 6th
All Skill Levels
Four Two Hour Sessions
Mixed Clinic with Jay Pollini-Jon Ellis-Pat Thornell
Thursday Evenings - 5-7 pm - Starts July 9th
Men & Women - All Skill Levels
Five Two Hour Sessions

JUNIOR CAMPS - Age 6 Through Age 12
--- Designed to be a FUN & enjoyable atmosphere to learn the game of a lifetime.
--- Students attain a strong foundation in the fundamentals of golf.
--- Valuable life skills and 9 core values taught through the First Tee curriculum.
--- Low student to teacher ratio of (6:1) for increased student enjoyment and education.
--- Golf clubs available for use; please let us know.
--- Each Session Four (4) mornings - Mon, Tues, Wed 9am to 11am - Thurs - 9am to - 10:30am
--- $249 per Student per Session
Junior Camp Session One ... Mon, June 23 Through Thurs, June 26
Junior Camp Session Two - Mon, July 21 Through Thurs, July 24


