Among the lush leaves and embrace of branches, this Great Egret is right at home, gracing our special New Year cover by member photographer Elizabeth Angelone!
The beauty in our midst is one of the things we cherish most, in our beautiful Lowcountry setting.
As we move into the new year, it’s remarkable to see how much we’ve accomplished together at Berkeley Hall.
Being named among the top Platinum Clubs of America is truly an honor, and
reflects well on our Club, our Membership and the overall Berkeley Experience.
As we welcomed the HGTV® Dream Home 2025 to our community, the national spotlight showcased every detail of this Lowcountry charmer! Read more and take a look inside on page 9.
We look forward to gathering with you at all our exciting events throughout the year, from sip & savor wine events to culinary experiences, wellness series, golf events and more.
When it comes to helping our neighbors, the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation has a tremendous impact in our greater community. This month, please join us for the Charity Mingle, and get to know our grant recipients, hear their stories and how our grants improve the lives of so many of our neighbors.
Wishing you all the best in the new year, as we move forward together!
Golden sunset over the fairway of the 9th hole and 18th of the North Course. (Thanks to Holger Opderbeck for sharing with us!)
You’ll Feel Right at Home: in our charming cottages with easy access to everything. From golf weekends to family stays, our cottages offer all the amenities you could ask for. It’s a short walk to the Clubhouse and onto the greens, and you’ll find the Spa & Fitness Center just around the corner.
1BR Master Suite
$265
2 BR/2BA Town Suite, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $525
3 BR/3BA Master + Town Suite, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $630
4BR/4BA Full Cottage, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $800
Rates do not include sales and accommodations tax of 11%. Cottage Rate does not include Golf Rate. Daily tidy service may be arranged. Fee schedule is available upon request. 2-Night Minimum Stay Required. Please contact Concierge Services at 843.815.8952 for reservations and additional information. *72-hours advance Cancellation required to avoid full charge.
Make Your Next Visit Exceptional: Immerse yourself in our Lowcountry setting as you relax at our luxury day spa, enjoy Club dining, and our beautiful Savannah Gardens and River Park.
We’re happy to arrange curated casual fare with charcuterie boards and select wines for your stay. Simply request 72-hours prior to your arrival from our Concierge team and we’ll provide your requested amenities upon arrival. We also feature pet-friendly cottages, please reserve in advance.
CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S GOLD LIST SHOWCASES
CHARLESTON'S
ZERO GEORGE
Once again, a Lowcountry destination has graced Condé Nast Traveler as a “best of” location in the recently released “Gold List.” In the publication’s 31st list of the world’s “Best Hotels and Resorts in the US, Canada, and the Caribbean: The Gold List 2025” included just one South Carolina locale. This year, Zero George in Historic Downtown Charleston has made the coveted list.
The hotel’s magic lies in the exclusivity and privacy of its interior: a hidden labyrinth of meticulously manicured gardens, crushed oyster shell pathways, and calming fountains connecting five distinct historic dwellings into a retreat guests love to call their home in the Holy City.
BERKELEY HALL NAMED AMONG PLATINUM CLUBS OF AMERICA
Berkeley Hall Club has been named to the prestigious Platinum Clubs of America list for 2025-2026 by Club Leaders Forum, climbing 4 spots to #46 among the Top 150 Clubs, status attained by only the finest clubs in the world.
This pinnacle recognition of private clubs across the nation places us among the top 50 Country Clubs, the most
respected acknowledgement bestowed in the private club industry.
It’s a great honor we can all share in, as we continue to elevate the Berkeley Experience, and a testament to our team, and forward-thinking Board of Directors who understand the value of continued enhancement and investment in our community.
ROMARIO WHITTAKER NAMED CHIEF OF SECURITY
Romario Whittaker has been promoted to Chief of Security for Berkeley Hall Club, following his return from service with the U.S. Army National Guard.
Held in the highest regard for his professionalism and leadership, Romario formerly served as Assistant Director of Security.
In his new role, Romario continues his club career as he leads our security team and partners with club management to achieve defined initiatives, oversee operations and budgeting, and enforce security initiatives to ensure safety protocols throughout the community.
Romario is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Arizona State University, and holds a number of certifications in security,
management and health, including the AMA and FEMA.
As an active member of the Army National Guard, he has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to serving our community and country. Garnering skills in team leadership and conflict management, his expertise will guide security practices and our premier member experience.
He has been honored with two humanitarian awards for selfless service, leadership and professionalism as a member of the recovery response team during Hurricane Irma, Maria and Florence, a true reflection of his dedication to service.
We wish Romario great success in his new position.
Berkeley Hall Assistant General Manager
Dunn has been awarded Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation by the Club Management Association of America (CMAA).
DUSTIN DUNN GARNERS CERTIFIED
CLUB MANAGER
Established in 1965, the CCM designation is the pinnacle recognition in the world of club management. It is a valuable, internationally recognized, and widely respected mark of an individual’s longterm commitment to professional development and the club industry.
The Certification Committee of CMAA recognized Dustin with CCM status after he successfully passed an extensive certification examination on club operations. He joins more than 1,500 club managers worldwide who have attained this hallmark of professionalism in club management.
An innovative leader, Dustin adds the CCM designation to his more than 20 years of industry expertise. With wideranging knowledge of premier property management and a forward focus on enhancing the member experience, Dustin
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continues to elevate our club amenities and overall "Berkeley Experience."
The highly rigorous program requires that Club Managers invest time in specified educational requirements through the Business Management Institutes, attend the World Conference on Club Management, and maintain activity within their local chapter.
CMAA offers CCM certification in recognition of the unique skills and special knowledge required of today’s Club Manager. Truly an industry benchmark, it communicates their knowledge and ability to serve as a key player in a club’s success.
EXPERIENCE EXPERT AWARD RECIPIENTS
Berkeley Hall’s Experience Expert Awards Program recognizes, celebrates and rewards employees who exemplify the club’s values in their job performance and interactions with co-workers, management, members and guests. Members can nominate Experience Experts by completing our online nomination form found on the member website under the My Club tab.
Congratulations to our Q3 Experience Experts Issac Zavala and Jose Hernandez Sanchez, shown above with Wayne English, South Course Superintendent. Both are deeply valued members of our Golf Maintenance team.
Issac Zavala (shown on left) is a committed member of our team, and well known
for his outstanding work ethic and knowledge of golf maintenance and agronomy practices. Issac has been with Berkeley Hall since August, 2024. He was instrumental to the Golf Maintenance team’s successful North Course regrassing project and we thank him for all his efforts.
Jose Hernandez Sanchez (shown on right) is an asset to our team, and a natural leader on the course, demonstrated by his commanding knowledge of agronomy best practices. Jose has been with Berkeley Hall since July, 2016. Best known for his strong work ethic and commitment, we thank Jose for his exemplary service and attention to detail which truly define the Berkeley Experience.
Chandler Jenkins is a highly valued, integral part of our club team, serving as both dining host and food and beverage support. Named a
Q2 Experience Expert, Chandler displays exceptionally gracious guest service. He makes everyone feel welcome with his easy, warm smile, and is successful at developing one-on-one member relationships.
Chandler has been with us since October, 2022. We thank him for his outstanding professionalism, and the excellence he brings to our team.
Tyler Cole is a valued member of our team and was recognized as a Q2 Experience Expert for the committed work ethic he brings to his role as dishwasher and kitchen
support. Tyler has been with us since February, 2019, and divides his time between Berkeley Hall and pursuing a degree at USCB. We thank Tyler for his attention to detail and dedication to Berkeley Hall’s exemplary standards.
Dustin
“Foggy mornings as the sun rises and late, golden afternoons are magical here,” says Elizabeth. “Each new day feels special.”
de to Joy!” Celebrating the splendor of our Lowcountry setting has become a Berkeley Experience tradition, as Elizabeth Angelone, member/photographer, captures our exquisite views of our wildlife and nature.
Our new year issue ushers in the beauty of our tranquil surroundings anew. Lush greens and golden marshes, with luminous color palettes of fluttering wings. Her work casts an intimate view of our “local life” and we are forever grateful.
A moment to reflect, the stunning view of a still Great Egret among our serene waters, a reminder to linger for a moment of quiet contemplation. She ends the day with white wings resting on black velvet waters, a graceful silhouette of color and light that captures us always.
TUESDAY, JAN 28 | 5-7PM
Join us for our “Helping Our Neighbors” Charity Mingle event on Tuesday, January 28 at 5pm and get to know our Charitable Foundation Grant Recipients. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a welcome glass of wine as you mingle.
“This year’s exhibition-style format allows members to easily speak with all the non-profits and find out what our grants enable them to do in addressing the issues of food insecurity, healthcare, the elderly, children and more.”
– Linda Fletcher Pitts, Grants Committee Chair
Thanks to your extraordinary generosity, the BHCF has raised $3.4 million for Lowcountry charities since its inception in 2008.
Each year, monies raised at the annual Charity Cup event fund the following year’s grant cycle.
Featured guest speaker is Leslie Vargas-Prada, Donor Services Associate with the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry. Come and learn more about the great reach our Charitable Foundation has and what a difference we make together.
FUNDING FOR 2025 PROJECTS
Our 2024 Charity Cup event exceeded expectations once again, and $426,000 has been allocated in much-needed grants to local charities. Thanks to your support we were able to approve 25 grants to 25 local non-profits that will have a considerable impact on improving the lives of many Bluffton residents.
GRANT RECIPIENTS
Backpack Buddies of Bluffton | Bluffton Community Soup Kitchen | Bluffton Self Help | Bluffton-Jasper County Volunteers in Medicine Boys and Girls Club of Bluffton | Child Abuse Prevention Assoc. | The Children’s Center | Deep Well | First Tee Hilton Head Volunteers in Medicine | Hopeful Horizons | Lowcountry Autism Foundation | Lowcountry Legal Volunteers Meals on Wheels | Med-I-Assist, Inc. | Memory Matters | Neighborhood Outreach Connection | Operation Patriots FOB Pockets Full of Sunshine | Programs for Exceptional People | Second Helpings | Special Olympics South Carolina Area 8 The Outside Foundation | Vantage Point Foundation
The stunning HGTV® Dream Home located at Berkeley Hall Club is a harmonious blend of classic Southern luxury and modern sophistication. BHC members recently got a peek inside for an exclusive member tour of the fullyfurnished approximately 3,000 square foot Lowcountry charmer.
With the national spotlight on Berkeley Hall, networks and platforms have been focused on every detail!
People.com touted it as a bright, airy abode in idyllic Bluffton, as interior designer, Brian Patrick Flynn, shared his inspiration for the property. “With this year's HGTV Dream Home, I wanted every detail to reflect the beauty of Bluffton
while creating a space that feels inviting and luxurious.”
With an open concept made for easy living and entertaining, the home’s soaring great room opens up to kitchen and living spaces with primary suite on first floor and two bedrooms above with additional loft space. Light pours through the transom
With this year's HGTV Dream Home, I wanted every detail to reflect the beauty of Bluffton while creating a space that feels inviting and luxurious.
– Brian Patrick Flynn
windows and doors in the great room, beyond to the expansive outdoor space featuring covered porch with the perfect swinging daybed, with poolside complete with outdoor kitchen, fireplace, pergola and your pick of casual lounging areas. All with expansive golf course views, lush, green lawn and gardens, and a rich coastal
palette that flows from home interiors to the outside living areas, which can be enjoyed nearly year-round, the best part of Lowcountry living!
ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN:
The pinnacle of home design, the highly sought after HGTV Dream Home 2025 sweepstakes runs through February 14th, 2025. Enter daily for your chance to win the HGTV® Dream Home 2025 grand prize package which includes a new 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC, along with $100,000 at HGTV.com/Dream.
NEW YEAR’S EVE PREVIEW: CNN’s NYE Special will feature an exclusive peek at the HGTV Dream Home 2025. The NYE special was shot here at Berkeley Hall, and kept under wraps. Tune in for the reveal!
WATCH THE HGTV DREAM HOME 2025 1-HOUR SPECIAL: On Monday, January 1, 2025 at 8pm ET on HGTV. It will also stream on Max and discovery+ the same day.
TUESDAY, JAN 21 | 5:30PM
MEMBER EVENTS
SUNDAY, FEB 9 | 5:30PM
et ready for an unforgettable entertainment experience on Tuesday, January 21 with East Coast Dueling Pianos! This amazingly talented duo, David Ross and Sterlin Colvin are unbelievably versed in dueling piano expertise, for a high energy, danceable show that keeps everyone moving!
Enjoy a welcome glass of wine upon arrival, with member bar cocktails at 5:30pm and 6:30pm dinner buffet, followed by performance.
$69 Inclusive | Member Charge Bar Club Casual | Verandah
Make Your Super Bowl more exciting (and delicious)! Join us on the Verandah or Men’s Locker Room, on Sunday, February 9th, and watch on the big screen with dining and bar service. Game Day dinner buffet starts at 5:30pm with wings, smash burgers and more. Club casual or team attire!
$39 Inclusive | Member Charge Bar | Club Casual or Team Attire | Verandah & Men's Locker Room
Super SUPER
THURSDAY, FEB 6 | 6PM
MEMBER EVENTS
FRIDAY, FEB 14 | 5:30PM
Featured in Sports Illustrated: Golf Comedian TP Mulrooney comes to Berkeley Hall for a night of hilarious comedy on Thursday, February 6th at 6pm on the Verandah. The laughs just don’t stop with this talented stand-up comedian and golf entertainer, known for entertaining crowds at PGA events, country clubs and charity golf outings across the nation! He got his start in New York and Washington, DC comedy clubs, and has been showcased on Showtime, HBO, Comedy Central, The Golf Channel and others. Come see the guy the Chicago Sun-Times called "the best observational comedian in the business" with stand-up bits everyone can enjoy! Join us at 6pm for a welcome glass of wine, with dinner served at 6:30pm. Show starts following dinner.
$69 Inclusive | Member Charge Bar | Club Casual | Verandah
A special evening of fine dining awaits at our Valentine’s Day Dinner on Friday, February 14 at 5:30pm on the Verandah. Enjoy a welcome glass of wine upon arrival, with member bar cocktails at 5:30pm and 6:30pm dining. If music be the food of love, get your heart ready for our special Valentine’s Day four-course prix-fixe menu by Executive Chef James Kremer. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner for two, or putting together a Valentine’s group, Berkeley Hall has an exceptional evening planned for you. Following dining, enjoy dancing with live music from the Ross Band!
$126 Inclusive | Member Charge Bar | Semi Formal Attire | Verandah
SAVE THE DATE! SATURDAY, MAR 22
The Charitable Foundation invites you to “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?”
A unique dining experience in a Host Home of one of your BHC neighbors, along with three other couples or individual guests. Stay tuned for more details coming your way prior to the event!
Take a journey to wine regions renowned for their wide-ranging palettes and distinct differences. Varying terroir such as temperature and weather patterns in a region impact the flavor and texture of the wine. Wines from cooler climates may have herbal undertones, while wines from warmer regions may have lush fruit flavors.
Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and conversation with knowledgeable wine specialists, as you sip and savor some truly exceptional wines.
Stay tuned for more details coming soon!
Starts This February!
Join us on the Verandah for seasonal dining with weekly curated menus by Chef James. As we transition into our winter months, and renovations get underway in the kitchen, our menus reflect the seasonal freshness of our Lowcountry region, and hone in on the special favorites everyone loves. At the same time, we’ll feature innovative, varying menus to deliver all the flavors of the season.
“I’m excited to focus on curated menus for club dining. It’s always fun and exciting to develop smaller menus that offer more variety. Often the best dining experiences reflect refined chef choices, and of course feature popular dining fare for all palates! Come dine with us!”
Enjoy Verandah late nights! Drop by for after dinner drinks, easy socializing with friends and great music with DJ Royce! Or come dine at the club and stay for post-dining entertainment. The bar will be open and the vibe will be casual! More details to come!
Member Charge Bar
Club Casual | Verandah
Taste beautiful wines from around the world at our new bi-monthly Verandah tastings.
Member Photos
Thanksgiving weekend!
Love this beautiful photo! (Thanks to Deirdre McCarthy for sharing this sweet image of her grandson, running down the dock over
MEMBER EVENTS
Cards, Mahjongg, Book Club & More
At Berkeley Hall, there's always something to do and new clubs to explore, from Bridge to MahJongg, Hand, Foot & Elbow, Bible Study and more! We offer advanced games for experienced players and beginner games for those ready to try something new. Berkeley Hall Clubs meet in Ladies Locker Room unless indicated at Fazio Room.
BHC Artists
Mondays & Tuesdays, 9am-3pm | Fazio Room
The Artists Club meets Mondays and Tuesdays 9am-3pm in the Fazio Room. All levels: oils, watercolors, sketches, photography, whatever your medium. Everyone's welcome. Contact Leanora Colletti at leanora1948@msn.com or text: 732.320.7159.
Beginner Hand, Foot & Elbow
Mondays at 11:45am (couples & individuals)
Want to learn this great game? Join us on Mondays and we're happy to teach you! No rsvp needed. We will not meet in July or August, and resume in September. If you'd like to play, email Carol DePhillips at jcdephi@aol.com.
Advanced Hand, Foot & Elbow
Wednesdays at 6:45pm & Saturday at 11:30am
Experienced players are welcome to join the fun. For details on both advanced games, contact Marsha Levin: 843.757.2801 or marslev@aol.com.
Casual Monday MahJongg
Afternoon MahJongg
Tuesdays at 2pm
Our Tuesday afternoon game is played at 2pm. If you’d like to play, please contact Sharon Pumroy at spumroy@ comcast.net or Janet Henke at janethenke2@gmail.com.
Afternoon MahJongg
Fridays at 2pm
Welcome players of ALL levels - those who've never played to experienced players! We have learning tables during Friday play and are happy to teach you. If Friday doesn’t work, we will arrange a learning time. To be added to our distribution list, contact Maureen Austen at stephen.austen@yahoo.com or at 704.651.0485.
Evening MahJongg
Tuesdays at 7pm
Our Tuesday night game is played at 7pm. If you'd like to play and be added to our distribution list, contact Teresa Gannon at 843.706.2219 or Tggabby@aol.com.
Thursdays at 2pm
All members and your guests are welcome! If you'd like to play, contact Lou Ann Hamilton at lah9708@gmail.com.
Ladies Bible Study
Wednesdays at 10am | Fazio Room
Please join us. All members are welcome. For more information contact Angie McGeorge at 865.315.5976 or bhallmcgeorge@gmail.com or Susie Sutton at 406.670.7900 or ssutton57@gmail.com.
Mens Bible Study
Wednesdays at 3:30pm | Fazio Room
Please join us at the Fazio Room. All members are welcome. For more information, email Don McGeorge at dmcgeorge54@gmail.com or Hal Sutton at halsutton1@gmail.com or 406.698.5282.
Ladies
Bridge
Mondays at 3pm
All levels are welcome to this casual Monday session! If you'd like to play and be added to our distribution list, please contact Lise Shanahan at 858.353.3273, liseshanahan@yahoo.com.
As a natural extension of BHC's In-the-Zone wellness series philosophy, several new BHC Member Clubs have branched out, and new members are welcome!
Share your interest, develop friendships and try something new. From cooking clubs to photography, tai chi, a guitar group, writers, theatre lovers and more, it’s all right here.
CHAIR AEROBICS CLASS
Annette Boatright: choco3652@gmail.com
Mondays at 1:30pm
All members and your guests are welcome! The group plays social bridge, and cards and tallies are provided. Contact Lou Ann Hamilton at lah9708@gmail.com.
COOKING FOR FUN
Vanessa Starr: vhfstarr@gmail.com
WHOLE FOOD PLANT-BASED
COOKING CLUB
Val Laporte: vlaporte0214@gmail.com
GUITAR CLUB
Kean Westcott: keanwestcott@gmail.com
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
Bennett Stewart: gbstewartiii@gmail.com
Notary Services
Notary Services are provided by Concierge Services at 843.815.8952. Commissioned by the State of SC.
PSYCHOLOGY: KNOW THYSELF
Chas Bassos: golfnpsych@gmail.com
TAI CHI CLASS
Kathy Westcott: kpwestcott1@gmail.com
THEATRE CLUB (LADIES NIGHT)
Gina Coia: coia.regina@gmail.com
THE QUIET WRITER’S GROUP
Renée Robertson: rmrobertson@me.com
Read any good books lately?
Join our BHC Book Club –
BOOK CLUB
Our meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 3pm. For details contact Wendy Hansen: hansenwendyj@gmail.com.
“Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow”
by Gabrielle Zevin
On a bitter-cold day, in the December of his junior year at Harvard, Sam Masur exits a subway car and sees, amid the hordes of people waiting on the platform, Sadie Green. He calls her name. For a moment, she pretends she hasn't heard him, but then she turns, and a game begins: a legendary collaboration that will launch them to stardom. These friends, intimates since childhood, borrow money, beg favors, and, before even graduating college, they have created their first blockbuster, Ichigo. Overnight, the world is theirs.
Spanning thirty years, Gabrielle Zevin's Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow is a dazzling and intricately imagined novel that examines the multifarious nature of identity, disability, failure, the redemptive possibilities in play, and above all, our need to connect: to be loved and to love. Yes, it is a love story, but it is not one you have read before.
Review: Good Reads
“Finding Margaret Fuller” by Allison
Pataki
Pataki (The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post) takes readers on a trans-Atlantic journey in this fictional biography of Transcendentalist writer Margaret Fuller.
In 1836, Ralph Waldo Emerson offers the 26-year-old scholar a job as editor of his magazine the Dial. She accepts, but strikes out on her own months later. After publishing two successful books, she travels to Rome in 1847 as a foreign news correspondent where she meets and marries a man who appreciates her active mind. In 1848, Italy joins the wave of nationalist democratic revolutions against monarchies across Europe, and Margaret hides in the countryside to give birth to her son. On the way back to Rome, she is nearly killed in an attack, and she and her family depart for America. Pataki’s star-studded, gripping account is full of lush details about the life of an overlooked contributor to Transcendentalism and women’s rights. This is one to savor.
Review: Publishers Weekly
JAN 6 | 3PM | THE VERANDAH
BHC Book Club Holiday Luncheon poolside!
Happy Holidays! Festive fun at ladies Tuesday Mahjonng Holiday Luncheon.
BHC’s Thursday Bridge group kicked off with a festive Holiday Luncheon!
Inset: Liz Brown by Nutcracker redone and hand-painted by Liz!
BERKELEY HALL GOLF
WITH KIERAN
Make 2025 your best year yet! Take the time to work on your game and you will see the improvements.
KIERAN STAUNTON | DIRECTOR OF GOLF
s the 2025 year gets started, we look back and reflect on how wonderful a year 2024 was on and off the course here at Berkeley Hall. We had robust participation in all of our events and it has been great to see so many members getting involved and enjoying
BERKELEY CLASSIC
themselves as much as we enjoy hosting the events! The North Course re-opened in September and has been playing beautifully all Fall, and we look forward to a great Spring season on both courses.
We start the 2025 season with the Berkeley Cup in late February,
followed by the Mixed MemberMember, the Member-Member in April and the Mixed Member-Guest in May. We look forward to seeing all these events fill up again as we had in 2024!
I hope that everyone had a nice Holiday Season and is looking forward to 2025 as much as we are.
TOURNAMENT RESULTS
CLUB CHALLENGE
Our Berkeley Classic was a little later than usual in 2024, but we still had a record number playing and everyone had a great time. We had 10 flights, and the scoring was great across all the flights.
The 10 flight winners advanced to the shootout and it was an exciting finish to the event. Congratulations to all the flight winners, and to our 2024 Champions –Wes Goldberg and Pat Cruz.
We had three great days for the 2024 Club Challenge back at the start of December. This is always a great way to end the tournament season and we had 28 teams that battled it out for the honors. The courses were in glorious condition! The Team from Sunnybrook Golf Club –David Caddick, David Caddick II, Jim Flatt & Dan Detommaso – played superbly well for both days and took home the trophy!
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.
NEW THE SCORING ZONE
A new 6-week program focused on lowering your scores through short game, driver distance, mental toughness, course strategy and putting. Learn to develop the skills you need to shoot lower scores. Will include weekly practice assignments for you to follow. Instruction geared to your handicap range.
Handicaps 10-26 | Mondays 11am-12pm Handicaps 27-40 | Thursdays 10-11am $395/pp for 7 sessions | Min 4 players
Fri, Jan 31 | 11am-1pm Thu, Feb 13 | 9am-11am
$200/person
Come learn the best method for green reading and speed control! As used by many PGA and LPGA tour players and top amateurs! Take the mystery out of green reading. www.aimpointgolf.com
SHORT GAME CLINICS
Mon, Jan 13 | 10am-12pm
Wed, Jan 29 | 10am-12pm Fri, Feb 14 | 10am-12pm Mon, Feb 24 | 2-4pm
$90/pp | Min 4 players
Focus on putting, short putts, distance control, green reading and start line. Chipping from 5-20 yards off the green and then putting the two skills together. Learn how to get up and down more often!
MON THU TOPIC
Jan 13 Jan 16 Putting: Short Putts & Distance Control
Jan 20 Jan 23 Short Game: 30 Yards & In
Jan 27 Jan 30 Iron Play
Feb 3 Feb 6 Routine & Mental Game
Feb 10 Feb 13 Driver
Feb 17 Feb 20 Course Management... On Course
Feb 24 Feb 27 Practice for Performance
FULL SWING CLINICS
Fri, Jan 17 | 10am-12pm Mon, Jan 27 | 1-3pm Wed, Feb 5 | 10am-12pm Fri, Feb 28 | 11am-1pm
$90/pp
Get a jump start on your swing! Come learn specific tips and drills to help improve your ball striking and add distance to all your shots.
COMPLETE PUTTING CLINICS
Mon, Jan 20 | 1-3pm Wed, Feb 12 | 10am-12pm Tue, Feb 25 | 11am-1pm
$90/pp
Improve your putting and lower your scores! ¼ - ½ of all your shots are made with the putter. Learn how to make more short putts, control your speed, and how to practice effectvely so you perform better under pressure on the course!
COMPLIMENTARY MEMBER CLINICS
Clinics are 10-11am at the Learning Center.
JANUARY
Fri, Jan 3: Set Up for the New Year –Set Up Basics
Tue, Jan 7: Fairway Woods & Hybrids
Fri, Jan 10: Control your Wedge Distances
Tue, Jan 14: Bomb Your Driver
Fri, Jan 17: Chipping
Tue, Jan 21: Irons
Fri, Jan 24: Trouble Shots
Tue, Jan 28: Lag Putting
Fri, Jan 31: Fairway Bunkers
FEBRUARY
Tue, Feb 4: Inside 30 Yards
Fri, Feb 7: Fairway Woods & Hybrids
Tue, Feb 11: Take your Range Game to the Course
Fri, Feb 14: Greenside Bunkers
Tue, Feb 18: The 4 Keys to Great Putting
Fri, Feb 21: Bomb Your Driver
Tue, Feb 25: Balance, Tempo, Timing & Rhythm
Fri, Feb 28: No Clinic, Berkeley Cup
BERKELEY HALL GOLF
2025 G LF SCHEDULE
Berkeley Cup Feb 27 - Mar 1
Mixed Member-Member (Four-ball) Mar 14 - 15
Men’s One-Day Member-Guest Mar 26
Ladies’ One-Day Member-Guest Mar 27
Men’s Super Sr Club Championship Apr 16
Ladies’ Super Sr Club Championship Apr 17
Member-Member Strokeplay Apr 24 - 26
Men’s & Ladies’ Sr Club Championships Apr 30 - May 1
Mixed Member-Guest May 7 - 9
Men’s & Ladies’ Club Championships May 17 - 18 North-South Challenge Oct 4 BHCF Charity Cup Oct 13 Berkeley Classic Oct 15 - 18 Women’s Invitational Oct 30 - Nov 1
Matchplay Nov 6 - 8
Member-Member Nov 22 Club Challenge Dec 4 - 6
(Based on 1 hour lessons) Krista Dunton: $180 Kieran Staunton: $100 Stephanie George: $100 Assistant Pros: $90 To book lessons, contact Golf Shop at 843.815.8444.
ON THE GREENS 2025 LOOK AHEAD
Our Lowcountry setting is a golfer’s dream, making it easy to enjoy both courses even during our coolest months. As we look ahead to 2025, we know that transitioning into winter brings unique seasonal challenges to our courses.
Cooler weather brings about conditions that require thoughtful maintenance and heightened member care to keep our courses in pristine condition. Here, we’ll highlight key areas of focus, including bunker care, divot filling, cart patterns, shade management, and ball mark repair.
FILLING DIVOTS DILIGENCE:
With the grass growing more slowly or becoming dormant, divots take longer to heal in winter. When divots are left unfixed, they detract from the course’s appearance and also create uneven surfaces.
• Use the sand provided on carts to fill your divots after each shot, leveling the sand with your foot or a club for a smooth finish.
• If you notice unfilled divots during your round, take a moment to fill them in – every little effort makes a difference.
VARYING CART PATTERNS
Dormant Bermudagrass is less resilient to wear and tear, making cart traffic a significant concern during the winter. Repeated cart use in the same areas can cause compaction and lasting damage to the turf.
• Follow directional signs and cart path rules at all times.
• Avoid driving in the same spots as others; spreading out traffic minimizes stress on any one area.
• Use cart paths as much as possible, especially near greens, tees, and sensitive areas.
SHADE AND COURSE CONDITIONS
Winter’s lower sun angle and cooler temperatures make shaded areas particularly vulnerable. Limited sunlight reduces the ability of turfgrass to recover, especially during dormancy. Areas under trees or near bunkers often see the most stress.
BALL MARK REPAIR: A SMALL ACTION WITH BIG IMPACT
Winter greens are firmer, making ball marks more pronounced and slower to heal. Left unrepaired, these marks
can affect both the appearance and playability of the greens.
• Always repair your ball marks — and one or two others if you notice them.
• Use a ball mark repair tool to gently push the edges of the mark toward the center, avoiding pulling or twisting motions that can damage the roots.
A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY
At Berkeley Hall Club, the beauty and playability of our courses are unparalleled. Maintaining these high standards through the winter months requires a collective effort. By filling divots, repairing ball marks, varying cart patterns, and taking extra care with bunkers, you can help ensure we preserve the course and your premier golfing experience.
HOLISTIC APPROACH
Jade Heisler, CPT Fitness | Nutrition | Wellness
ith fitness and wellness goals at their peak this time of year, it’s a great opportunity to set up your wellness program for success. Berkeley Hall’s fitness trainer and health coach Jade Heisler can help with that!
“Working with a certified personal trainer can help you reach your goals and take your fitness to the next level,” shares Jade. With a commitment to lifelong fitness, Jade’s passionate about helping others cultivate a healthy lifestyle focused on fitness, nutrition and overall wellness.
Certified in several disciplines from mat Pilates, barre, spin, TRX, aqua aerobics and kickboxing, to group fitness and personal training, she’s also completing a nutritional specialist coach certification.
Here we catch up to talk about her holistic approach to wellness. "It all goes hand in hand," explains Jade, fitness, sleep, nutrition, stress and environment.
A Healthy Diet for Fitness includes whole foods with the right amount of carbohydrates, proteins, fats,
vitamins, and minerals. The exact balance depends on your goals, such as weight loss, endurance training, or muscle gain.
Customized Training Plan:
Working with a trainer ensures a plan tailored to your fitness level. With knowledge of exercise and movement, Jade incorporates resistance training, flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, and core training concepts to meet you where you are, and help you build toward your goals.
When it comes to working one-on-one, it’s the relationship that forms the foundation. And the accountability factor is a powerful motivator, as you can see in member testimonials below.
“Our fitness journey started over 7 years ago right after a major health crisis, giving us the push and motivation to get fit, eat right, and improve our overall physical and mental health.
With a challenging set of varying weekly exercises, Jade takes us to fitness levels we’d be pressed to reach on our own, incorporating strength and resistance training, balance routines, and stretching therapy. She tracks these activities with an eye on continuous improvement, and awareness of limitations consistent with our age and history. We are so appreciative of Jade!”
– Trish and Jeff Hoffman
“Spending 52 years as a CPA translated to many hours at my desk, not so many working out. Four months ago, I started training with Jade twice a week, and thought I’d continue on as I’ve done before, only to give up after a few solo sessions, however, the variation this time is Jade. In addition to physical fitness instruction, she’s also provided eating and dietary suggestions which have totally changed my life!
She has been influential in improving my physical and mental health. A fantastic motivator, she pushes me to my limits but not beyond!"
– Mike Cross
MIND & BODY
Jackie Spindel, Certified Pilates Instructor
Transformational Movement
One of the fastest growing areas in fitness, Pilates, pioneered by the late Joseph Pilates, is a mindbody exercise system designed to optimize physical fitness at every level. The proven, core strengthening program packs lots of benefits with its low impact yet challenging form. Here at Berkeley Hall, private trainer Jackie Spindel is classically, and Stott equipment trained in teaching and instructing Pilates.
Deeply versed in the movements and benefits of Pilates, Jackie holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education from Brooklyn College, NY, and is a certified personal trainer in several fitness disciplines including Pilates, TRX, Zumba and more.
“Reformer Pilates is an experience that transforms mind and body,” explains Jackie. “The reformer Pilates machine isolates your muscles for a low-impact workout that tones your core. People are increasingly interested in fitness modalities that help relieve stress, are kinder to the body, and offer prevention of injuries with exercise that can be continued as they age.” Here, Jackie shares some of Pilates’ top core strengths and health benefits.
Top Benefits of Pilates:
• Builds core strength and stability
• Improves posture and alignment
• Increases flexibility, balance and coordination
• Improves muscular balance and strength
• Increases muscular endurance and tone
• Prevents injury and heightens body awareness
How Do Reformer Workouts Differ?
Reformers are designed to make your Pilates workout more intense. By adding varying levels of resistance via springs, and using slow, controlled movements, you strengthen and tone muscles all over your body.
What Differentiates Stott Pilates?
The contemporary approach to the original Pilates method, Stott Pilates focuses on improving posture and strength while developing flexibility and endurance without building bulk or stressing the body. Based on the principles of Pilates, the focus is on neutral spine alignment, the natural curvature of the back, and sequential exercise.
I’ve been doing weekly Pilates sessions with Jackie for the past year, machine and mat. You need to have complete confidence in your instructor, it’s very important.
I’ve been doing Pilates for 30 years, all over the world from England to Mexico, and Italy, and now here at Berkeley Hall. Jackie is very aware of my limitations, and always asks how I am. She’s very in tune.
I was trained classically, she is more Stott oriented, I like the way she knows how to morph into classically trained Pilates, with Joseph Pilates’ specific movements and methods that differ from Stott Pilates. When I began Pilates, I had serious Plantar Fasciitis. I tried traditional treatment but had no relief. I started Pilates and within three weeks it went away, because of the stretching and strengthening.
My husband Bill and I also did Pilates training together for six months to prepare for a backpack tour on top of the Rockies years ago, from Aspen to Vail! The club’s Pilates program was a big selling point for me when we joined Berkeley Hall!
– Susan Viechnicki
Mary Lou Bacik, Certified Pilates Instructor Focused Movement with Mat Pilates
On the Mat with Mary Lou Bacik: It’s easy to wrap your week around Mary Lou’s Monday and Friday morning 9am Pilates classes. Consisting of exercises done on a mat in either a sitting or lying down position, the class focuses on awareness of the spine and powerhouse (abdominals and lower back) to execute a series of exercise that increase core strength and flexibility. “I’ve been practicing Pilates for more than 20 years and teaching for over 15,” shares Mary Lou, BHC member/ Pilates instructor. A certified trainer in Stott Pilates, she is also a certified ScolioPilates practitioner, and that is where her passion lies. She draws from a well of experience, having led Pilates instruction at Truefit Pilates
and Training Center, and the Akron Wellness Center, a hospital-based wellness facility in Ohio, and now here at Berkeley Hall.
Using a holistic full-body approach to alignment and strengthening, Mary Lou’s class brings her training forward in mat work that emphasizes:
• Elongate: Lengthen the spine towards neutral
• Corrective Breathing Techniques: Open up areas of the ribs and lungs
• Correct the Rotation: Using wedges to assist the spine towards neutral
• Strengthening: Maintain alignment and gain ease of movement to increase function
“Rebalancing and realignment happen in the body only with true attention to form, precision and great effort,” said Mary Lou. “This can happen through Pilates practice with great results, and it’s worth it. I am committed to making that difference a reality in every client’s life. It brings joy to mine!”
SPEAKER SERIES
JANUARY
Dr. Philip Mulieri, MD, PhD | Hilton Head Orthopedics
Calling all Pickleball enthusiasts! Do you want to stay in top shape while still enjoying the game? This session is for you!
Join Dr. Philip Mulieri on Thursday, January 16th in the Berkeley Room from 4-5pm, for an engaging and informative session focusing on the intersection of pickleball and shoulder health. He’ll cover best strategies for preventing injuries,
and when it's time to see a professional.
As the fastest growing sport in the U.S., pickleball continues to grow in popularity. It also can lead to injury. You don't want to miss this talk as he helps you navigate ways to stay on top of your game!
Dr. Mulieri is an orthopedist in Hilton Head Island, and holds his medical degree from Icahn School
of Medicine at Mount Sinai, NY. In practice for more than 20 years, he has vast expertise in treating conditions of the muscles, bones and joints including bursitis, rotator cuff injury, arthritis, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, joint repair and replacement surgeries. Complimentary | Club Casual
CLUBHOUSE
Dustin Dunn
843.815.8950
Assistant General Manager ddunn@berkeleyhallclub.com
Mary McGoldrick
843.815.8490
Director of People & Culture mmcgoldrick@berkeleyhallclub.com
ACCOUNTING
Carolyn Taylor
843.815.8405
Director of Finance ctaylor@berkeleyhallclub.com
Denise Joyce
843.815.8953
Member Billing djoyce@berkeleyhallclub.com
ARB
Jennifer Johnson
843.815.8443
ARB Administrator jjohnson@berkeleyhallclub.com
MEMBER SERVICES
Alex Madeiros
843.815.8423
Director of Sales & Marketing amadeiros@berkeleyhallclub.com
Anne Feldman
843.815.8951
Director of Communications afeldman@berkeleyhallclub.com
Director of Fitness Operations mbakos@berkeleyhallclub.com
366 Good Hope Road • Bluffton, South Carolina 29909 BerkeleyHallClub.com
Clubhouse Dining
Closed January 1-6, 2025
*The Verandah is currently the sole option for dining. Club dining is not offered on Mondays. Light lunch fare will be served in both the Men’s and Ladies’ Locker Rooms. Please call Concierge Services at 843.815.8952 to make your reservations for Clubhouse Dining and all Special Events.
Verandah
Lunch Tuesday-Saturday 11am-3pm
Brunch Sunday 10am-3pm
Happy Hour Tuesday-Sunday 3-5pm Dinner Tuesday-Thursday, Sun 5-8pm Friday-Saturday 5-8:30pm
Men’s Locker Room
Bar Service 11am-5pm Daily Lunch Fare 11am-3pm Daily
Ladies' Locker Room
Bar Service 11am-5pm Daily Lunch Fare 11am-3pm Daily
Golf Shop Daily 7:30am-5:30pm
Concierge Services
Monday-Saturday 8:30am-5pm Sunday 8:30am-4pm
Spa & Fitness Center
Staffed Hours: Monday-Sunday, 7am-5pm
Extended Hours: Monday-Sunday, (with keyless entry) 5am-7am, and 5pm-9pm
Learning Center Daily 8am-5pm Private Instruction 8am-5pm Daily
River Park
Open for member use. Contact Concierge Services, app and website for access to kayaks, fishing equipment and life jackets.
