MEET THE TEAM
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MO GESUALDI, PGA, LPGA, TPI
Director of Instruction
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WES ALTICE TPI
Teaching Professional
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TIM SPANGLER PGA
Teaching Professional
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Matt Sheehan PGA
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JEFF ROWE PGA
Teaching Professional
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NICK SMITH PGA
Teaching Professional
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BOOKING LESSONS & CLINICS
Let us help you improve your game!
Mo, Tim, Jeff, and Nick are trained and enthusiastic professionals who are looking forward to helping you improve your knowledge and skills in the game of golf.
Mo, Tim, Jeff, and Nick are trained and enthusiastic professionals who are looking forward to helping you improve your knowledge and skills in the game of golf.
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CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION
tel: 904.940.3200
Scottsdale, Ariz. (August 6, 2024) – Monique “Mo” Gesualdi, PGA and LPGA Director of Instruction at St. Johns Golf & Country Club in St. Augustine, Florida, has been named “2024 Troon Coach of the Year” by Troon’s Education and Player Development team. Gesualdi oversees the golf instruction program at The Golf Academy at St. Johns while coaching juniors, women and men to reach their highest potential by getting their mind, body and swing all working together.
Level up your golf game this summer with our personalized College Prep training program, designed to enhance and improve your full-swing and short-game techniques.
From Camps to Skill Specific Clinics, for Young Juniors to Teens, we have a program to help get you closer to your goals.
From Camps to Skill Specific Clinics, for Young Juniors to Teens, we have a program to help get you closer to your goals.
Junior Golf Clinics
Our instructors have developed a series of clinics for golfers of all levels. Clinics are available for as young as kindergarten through high school, from never holding a club to those looking to build their skills for tournaments. Our PGA certified instructors are passionate about the game of golf and enjoy sharing that with the next generation of golfers.
Our instructors have developed a series of clinics for golfers of all levels. Clinics are available for as young as kindergarten through high school, from never holding a club to those looking to build their skills for tournaments. Our PGA certified instructors are passionate about the game of golf and enjoy sharing that with the next generation of golfers.
WELCOME2GOLF
3.5 million people tried the game of golf last year. Now it's your turn! Classes begin January 2 and are available 7 days a week and at multiple times throughout the day. You are sure to find one that works for you. Check out the class schedule and register by clicking on the Welcome2Golf logo to start your journey to learning a game you can play for a lifetime!
GOLF PROGRAMS AT ST. JOHNS
JUNIOR ACADEMY
FOUNDATION FRIDAY
Foundations provides beginner juniors ages 4-7 with basic golf skills, fun activities, and an introduction to the game.
- $30/session or $99/month
- Ages 5-9
BIRDIES - Developmental
Birdies offers one or two days a week of fundamental skill development and an introduction to competitive concepts. This program is ideal for elementary juniors ready to progress toward more structured play.
(Tuesday or Thursday class)
(Tuesday or Thursday class)
- Daily, Monthly, & Six-month pricing available
- Ages 11 & Under
EAGLES - Developmental
Eagles is a one-day-a-week program focused on developing intermediate-level skills and on-course play, helping juniors build consistency and prepare for competitive golf. This program is ideal for Beginner Middle-Schoolers.
- Daily, Monthly, & Six-month pricing available
- Ages 11 & Under
ACES CLINIC - Advanced
Aces is a flexible, two-day-a-week program perfect for golfers who want a balance of technical practice and on-course experience. This program is ideal for beginner to intermediate Middle or High-Schoolers.
- Ages 12-14
- $649 per month ($749 month-to-month)
ALBATROSS - Advanced
Albatross is a three-day-a-week program that focuses on skill development, on-course play, workouts, and TPI training. It’s ideal for middle or high schoolers looking to advance their game with a well-rounded training schedule.
- $848/month with six -month commitment ($949 month-to-month)
COLLEGE PREP - Advanced
College Prep is available Monday-Friday and designed for committed middle and high school golfers aiming to play competitively in high school and college. It includes advanced skill training, on-course play, workouts, and TPI training to prepare players for the next level.
- $1049/month with a six-month commitment ($1149 month-to-month)
ADULT PROGRAMS
Men's, Women's, and Group Clinics
Click below to view and book the clinics available for all skill levels.
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GOLF FOR EVERYONE.
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Kids conditioning
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High School Male Hitting
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Group workout
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Swing Coaching
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ACADEMY POLICIES AND STANDARDS
Golf Academy Schedule
The Golf Academy at St. Johns follows the St. Johns County School Calendar and does not have scheduled academy classes on national holidays.
The Golf Academy at St. Johns follows the St. Johns County School Calendar and does not have scheduled academy classes on national holidays.
- Programming: Based on sessions per month. Classes must be utilized within the given month and do not roll over.
- Afternoon Academy Programming: Runs throughout the school year, beginning at 3:30 PM Monday through Thursday. Classes typically end at 6:30 PM or at dusk during the winter months.
Cancellations - Weather or Uncontrollable Events: Make-up classes may be offered but are not required.
- Coach Absences: Due to sickness, travel, or vacation, make-up classes may be offered, or another instructor may substitute.
- Academy Afterschool Semesters: Run from August-December and January-May. Note: The Junior Golf Membership at St. Johns will be replaced by the new Student Membership effective 7/1/2024. Please contact Janelle Zenner at jzenner@stjohnsgolf.com for Membership questions.
- Month-to-Month Membership: Will not include a Student Golf Membership. Disenrolling and re-enrolling will require the new $250 Student Golf Membership enrollment fee. Students are encouraged to utilize this membership to practice and play independently when no classes or academy dates are scheduled.
- Drop-off and Pick-up: From the Clubhouse area. Staff will escort all students to and from the Academy.
- Closed Sessions: All practices and private lesson sessions are closed to visitation and outside attendees. The Bridge at St. Johns is available for those waiting while the Academy is in session.
- Coach Availability: Coaches will be unavailable for individual counseling during academy sessions. Outside meetings may be scheduled before or after practice. Thank you for respecting our instructors' time and space to coach.
- Programming Changes or Terminations: Must be communicated in writing a minimum of 30 days prior to the next month starting. For cancellation or downgrading program, requests to be processed by the end of the month must be received in writing no later than 30 days prior to the end of the month. Any notice received after the 30-day window will be prorated to fulfill the 30-day policy.
- Termination of Instruction: Instructors and coaches reserve the right to terminate instruction and programming with a client or a client's parents at any point in time. If a coach/instructor feels conditions or behavior from the client are not in line with established standards or if the coaching will not be effective, they reserve the right to refuse service to a potential or active client.
- Reasons for Termination: May include but are not limited to: a mismatch in goals, values, or expectations, or if the coach believes the client or their parent(s) are not the right fit to help the client with their specific needs.
GOLF LESSONS INQUIRY
Interested in one of our programs above? Fill out the form below and a member of our staff will be in touch!
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ALL THAT ST. JOHNS HAS TO OFFER!
GOLF IS CALLING YOUR NAME
Delicately carved out of a pine forest, the course at St. Johns offers five sets of tees plus a family tee. Join us for a round!