Learning Center

krista dunton

Director of Golf Instruction

SPECIALTY CLINICS WITH KRISTA

When it comes to golf instruction, Berkeley Hall’s Krista Dunton is top in her field. As a member, Krista can show you how to get the most out of your game with her hands-on approach. A former student of Jim Hardy, Krista has the expertise to understand and solve any swing and help any player take their game to the next level.

To book clinic or private lesson with Krista, go to kristadunton.com. You may also contact Krista directly via text: 843.290.8714 or email kdunton@me.com.

FULL SWING CLINICS

Thu, Aug 19 | 9-11am

$80/pp

Get a jump start on your swing this fall. Come learn specific tips and drills to help improve your ball striking and add distance to all your shots.

SHORT GAME CLINICS

Wed, Aug 11 | 9-11am Tue, Aug 17 | 11am-1pm $80/pp | Min. 4, Max 6 participants Come improve your game from 30 yards and in! Low running chips, finesse wedges, a standard 25 yard shot and bunker shots. Learn what shot to use when and how to control the height and distance. Technique, routine and shot selection all covered to improve your confidence around the greens.

HOLE-IN-ONE

U P DAT E

Just a few members have hit the mark on the Par 3’s since our last issue. Congratulations to all that have had Hole-in-Ones! LIZ DOBLER - May 6 - Hole #3 South PETER CAHI - May 9 - Hole #14 South ED KOZELEK - May 12 - Hole #16 South SEND US YOUR PHOTOS! If you happen to make a Hole-in-One here at Berkeley Hall, we would love to see a photo of you celebrating your special shot. Use the hashtag #holeinoneatBHC and we will share it across our social media channels.

MEMBER LESSON RATES:

(Based on 1 hour lessons)

Krista Dunton: $130 Kieran Staunton: $100 Stephanie George: $90 Assistant Pros: $90

COMPLIMENTARY MEMBER CLINICS

Clinics are 10-11am at the Learning Center. JULY

Fri, July 2: Add 10 Yards to Your Tee Shot

Tue, July 6: How to Practice for Results on the Course

Fri, July 9: Hybrids and Fairway Woods Tue, July 13: Fairway Bunkers Fri, July 16: Distance Control in Putting Tue, July 20: Chipping Fri, July 23: Hit Your Irons Solid Tue, July 27: Trouble Shots Fri, July 30: Pitching and Flop Shots

AUGUST

Tue, Aug 3: Pre Shot Routine and Set Up

Fri, Aug 6: Greenside Bunkers Tue, Aug 10: Use Your Lower Body for More Power Fri, Aug 13: Fairway Woods Tue, Aug 17: Green Reading Skills and Putting Fri, Aug 20: Bomb Your Driver Tue, Aug 24: Fix Your Slice or Hook Fri, Aug 27: Irons Tue, Aug 31: Be Creative with your Short Game

For more details contact the Golf Shop at 843.815.8444; or email golfshop@berkeleyhallclub.com.

SIGN UP FOR OP 36!

Join us for the fun game changing 8-week Operation 36 golf academy led by Berkeley Hall’s Krista Dunton. See your scores drop, as we focus on scoring and an on-course learning experience. The concept behind Berkeley Hall's Operation 36 program is to give a beginner golfer, intermediate golfer, or players returning to golf, an opportunity to jump start their golf journey. Our curriculum is challenging and social, and allows you to track your progress, log your practice time, and watch supportive golf instructional videos via our Operation 36 app. The best part is that everyone will get out during the program to play and enjoy the BHC courses. Much of the instruction is game-based, so it's both fun and educational. Level One starts at 25 yards off the green. From there, once you’ve mastered the skills necessary to shoot 36, you move back to 50 yards, then 100, then 150 yards. Each level peels the onion back a little more as it relates to the fundamentals of golf. The hour-long academy classes focus on one or two key objectives to develop your skills. Supervised practice guide you through games and specific guidelines of how and what to practice. On-course matches will test your skills! To sign-up for Operation 36, email Krista at kdunton@me.com or contact the Golf Shop at 843.815.8444. For more information visit www.operation36golf.com.

Cost: $590

OPERATION 36 DATES: Operation 36 Academy Mondays (9-10am) Aug 16, Aug 30, Sept 13, Sept 20, Sept 27, Oct 4, Oct 11, Oct 18 Supervised Practice Thursdays (2-3pm) Aug 19, Sept 2, Sept 30, Oct 14 On Course Matches Thursdays (12:30-1:30pm) Sept 9, Sept 23, Oct 14, Oct 21

STEPHANIE GEORGE NAMED HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL

Stephanie George has joined our golf team as Head Golf Professional. Formerly with The Club at Ibis, in West Palm Beach, FL, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Berkeley Hall. The Club at Ibis is also a multi-course community that excels in customer service and we are pleased to have her round out our team and member experience. Stephanie is excited to join us and "looking forward to the many memorable moments we will create together at Berkeley Hall!" We wish Stephanie great success in her new position.

BERKELEY HALL HOSTS 2021 U.S. WOMEN'S MID-AMATEUR

Anticipation is building as Berkeley Hall prepares to welcome the 2021 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship to our North Course on September 23-30.

“The opportunity to host some of the most talented amateur players in the world is something that we have been preparing for, and we are exceptionally honored to host the 34th U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur at Berkeley Hall,” said Adam Kushner, GM/COO. The USGA Women’s Mid-Am will be Berkeley Hall Club’s third USGA championship, as the club hosted both the Men’s and Women’s USGA State Team Championships in 2005. The championship field consists of 132 players, who earned entry into the championship via sectional qualifying at sites nationwide or through an exemption category. Players will compete in two rounds of stroke play, after which the field will be cut to the low 64 scorers for match play. “It’s important to have an avenue for golfers to enjoy the game at a competitive level and the U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur is one of those elite tournaments that provides just that,” said Stephanie George, Berkeley Hall Head Golf Professional. “We’re excited to watch this tournament unfold at Berkeley Hall Club and see which player gets their bid into the U.S. Women’s Open Championship.” “To bring this level of friendly competition to Berkeley Hall is a great opportunity for our Club, and underscores our commitment to support women’s golf,” said Kieran Staunton, Director of Golf. Look for more exciting details as the USGA Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship draws closer!