Blackhawk Academy
Blackhawk Academy
Instruction Type
Private Lessons
Coach
- Book with Matt DykstraThe Lead Instructor of the Blackhawk Academy. With a knowledgeable and athletic background in sport, he emphasizes the importance of efficiency and athleticism that can help you play better golf. With focus on measurable Trackman data points, Matt will help you understand how to play consistently, and leave the lesson tee with confidence. Matt is TPI Level 1 Certified, and is able to assess your mobility and prescribe corrective exercise to help you improve. He has also previously taught as an instructor with the St. FX High School Golf Academy.
Matt Dykstra
Lead Instructor - Book with Aaron CookAaron is the Lead Associate Professional at Blackhawk, and is entering his 4th season at the club. Aaron has 15 years of experience as a professional, and embraces the knowledge of fundamental concepts to teach without taking away any natural tendencies from a student's swing. Aaron has a wealth of knowledge and an array of training aids to help his students build muscle memory to become better players. With Aaron’s calm and patient demeanor, he enjoys making the learning process suitable for everyone.
Aaron Cook
Instructor - Book with Simon ButterfieldSimon is entering his 2nd season as a professional at Blackhawk, having previously worked in the Outside Services department. He grew up playing hockey, soccer, and golf. Simon is looking forward to learning more about teaching and expanding his knowledge, as well as helping run the J-Hawk programs.
Simon Butterfield
Instructor - Book with Kevin Chow (By Request Only)Head Golf Professional Kevin Chow is entering his 13th season at Blackhawk and 19th year as a member of the PGA of Canada. During his years of teaching experience, Kevin has developed his own fundamental concepts that he believes will lead his students to playing better golf. Kevin believes in keeping swing theory simple, and tailors his communication of these concepts to each of his student’s learning styles. BY REQUEST ONLY. Please contact Kevin via email (kevin@playblackhawk.com) to arrange your lesson with him.
Kevin Chow (By Request Only)
Head Professional
About
Blackhawk Academy offers professional golf instruction taught by our team of PGA of Canada Professionals. Whether you are looking for private, group, or season long development programs, our team of professionals will deliver the best instruction to help you play better golf.
Reviews
- John Holzapfel·
Matt is a wonderful instructor. He was able to quickly indentify what was wrong with my iron swing and offer simple changes that allowed me to improve my contact and consistency. Happy to recommend him to anyone looking to improve their game.
- John Clarke·
Matt is a fantastic instructor. He accomplished the impossible! I look forward to my continued learning.
- Shane McNalley·
Just finished my last (of 5) lessons with Matt. He is excellent at communicating both what he would like to see, and maybe more importantly, why he wants to see something in my swing. His use of training aids (alignment sticks, swing aids, etc.), video, and the Trackman help provide instant feedback during the lesson, which can be very important...especially on swings where flush contact isn't achieved. It's still possible to see improvement on certain aspects of the swing, even if things don't come together perfectly. I'm looking forward to continue practicing the things I've learned, and hope to use them on the course soon!
