Our approach to instruction is straight forward
and our goal is simple: we want to make your
learning experience the best you have ever had.

Our Philosophy & Mission

The Silvertip Golf Academy is focused solely around you and your golf related goals and ambitions. We recognize that every golfer is different and that there are many different styles of learning, many different approaches to the game and many different expectations from instruction. We begin by determining your expectations for learning and structure our programs to meet your goals. In other words: We teach you what you want to learn not what we want to teach you.

We offer a wide variety of instructional packages for men, women and children 4 and up. Please call our Golf Shop at 1-877-877-5444 for more information.

Our Instructors

Golf is his passion, his business. Travis grew up on the golf courses in the Kootenay's calling Nelson, BC home since birth. As a graduate of the Professional Golf Management program in Lethbridge, he began his professional career at the Balfour Golf Course in the late 90's and he became the Head Professional at Granite Pointe Golf Club in Nelson in 2004. During his time at Granite Pointe, Travis' upbeat personality, business sense and deep love for the game lead him to the General Manager role in 2008. Over his time in the Kootenay's Travis was recognized on the local golf scene as one of the top Professional golfers, laying claim to numerous titles in the region.

Travis joined the Silvertip team in July of 2010 in the capacity of Head Golf Professional. He is keen to bring his experience to a new venture at Silvertip. He along with his wife, Rhonda and three children look forward to calling Canmore home and writing the next chapter in their lives.

Scott has 20 years of teaching experience. Scott's students include all ages and abilities. His accomplishments include:

• Alberta PGA Teacher of the Year - 2005
• Nominated Top 100 Teachers by Golf Magazine - 2007
• Guinness World record holder (Most Holes Played Walking in 12 hours) 221 using only a seven iron
• Inducted to the Banff Sports Hall of Fame - 2005

Scott continues to enhance his teaching skills by attending teaching seminars and learning from other qualified instructors.

Ryan has had a passion for the game of golf from a very young age. From his roots as a caddy at his home course in Sudbury, Ontario, Ryan developed his game over the years to become a respectable amateur player. After graduating from Nipissing University's School of Business & Economics to focus on a profession as a Marketing Director, he soon realized that golf was his passion and chose to follow that dream, rejoined the industry, and turn professional. Ryan acquired his CPGA accreditation in the spring of 2009.

An avid retailer, teacher, and player, he is particularly enthusiastic about teaching beginner golfers how to truly enjoy the game and the encouragement of new players to the game.

Ryan graduated from Georgia College in the spring of 2009 with an Advanced Business Diploma specializing in Professional Golf Management. Ryan has been in the golf industry 7 years with his most recent stay at Taboo Resort and Spa. While at Taboo he was coached by Paul Villemaire. During his first season at Silvertip, Ryan attained his CPGA Card in the summer of 2009. This season, Ryan looks forward to sharing his enthusiasm and expertise in golf and his knowledge of the game.