Frequently the people I play golf with tell me I don’t transfer my weight properly. Please help!

The following programs have limited availability - call the Academy office at (250) 752-8786 for registration details: Collegiate Golf Preparatory Program Spring Semester Limited spaces available for the Collegiate Golf Preparatory Program beginning February 2006 (ages 14-18, boarding option available). Spring Break Golf Schools Open to golfers 12 years and older - great for families! 2-Day School: March 11 & 12, 2006: $399.00 3-Day School: March 13-15, 2006: $499.00 Introductory Junior Series For the junior golfer 6 yrs+ just starting out! New 8-week series starting Jan 2006. Register early - these spots fill up quickly! Ladies' Scoring Sessions One hour clinics with Leila for ladies only! Sign up for individual sessions or a series of three! New sessions begin Jan 2006.

For additional program information, please visit our website: www.brentmorrisongolf.com

The Story of Douglas Bader Brandon Guile - Senior Instructor - BMGA Thank you to Ian MacDonald, one of my students for providing me one more inspirational story of No Guts, No Glory! I hope everyone enjoys this story and comments are always appreciated. Perhaps more than anybody, Douglas Bader epitomized the British bulldog fighting spirit so needed during the Second World War. Fuelled by the desire to prove he could still fly an airplane after having both legs amputated, and also by his burning hatred of Adolf Hitler, his actions as a fighter 'ace' greatly exceeded the call of duty.

Born in London in 1910, Douglas Bader was immediately separated from his parents who left for India. He was reunited with them when they returned to Britain in 1913, but a year later Douglas’ father, Frederick, left for France to fight in the Great War and that was the last he ever saw of him (Frederick Bader died in France in 1922). Perhaps the fact that he never had a father figure to turn to contributed to his unique psyche in later life.

At school it soon became obvious that Douglas had a natural flair for physical sports, particularly rugby. He also had exceedingly strong leadership qualities, which resulted in him being given the responsibility of captaining the rugby team.

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To schedule a lesson with Brandon, please call the Academy office: (250) 752-8786 or email info@brentmorrisongolf.com.

Specialized Girls' Programs Leila Chartrand, Teaching Professional, BMGA Every Saturday at noon, come rain or shine, our weekly Junior Girls Tournament Prep Program is going strong! This program is especially important to me because I was once a young junior girl golfer and would have been overjoyed to have the opportunity to learn about the game I loved right from the very first day I picked up a club. Specialized girl's programs are imperative for the proper development of younger junior girls when they are just starting out. At first they may be self-conscious when it comes to performing around others, which is why we are careful to create a comfortable environment for our girls where they can shine. When I was a young junior just starting out at the age of 11 I was fortunate enough to meet two older girls who let me play with them. As a result I was confident enough to play in tournaments that very first summer. It was a relaxed environment that did not seem to always be about golf, but about having fun, laughing, singing, even learning the alphabet backwards!

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Future Plans Barrie McWha, CPGA, General Manager, Pheasant Glen Golf Resort As I write this, our property re-zoning is now complete and plans for the start of construction of the resort property can get underway! Plans call for a new clubhouse (Pheasant Glen Lodge) as well as a Fitness Centre, Spa and Wellness Centre, Conference Centre, 120 villas and 45 cottages. The Pheasant Glen Lodge itself, the first phase of construction, will offer 30 units of accommodation, to be followed by a second lodge building with another 30 units. In all, there will 225 units of accommodation available to support the ongoing golf course and golf academy activities. The Pheasant Glen Lodge will include, in addition to the accommodation units on the top floor, the Golf Shop, the Pheasant’s Nest restaurant and Lounge and the first stage of banquet and meeting facilities. This is another exciting time here as plans develop to create a very special place, where members and guests can enjoy golf at its finest, complimented by high quality amenities and the finest service imaginable!

Looking Good on the Course Gord Melissa, Director of Golf, Pheasant Glen Golf Resort This season we have received exciting new product from many of our suppliers. Ping has launched the new G5 woods and irons, i5 irons, a new line-up of putters and new tour model wedges with great success. The characteristics are similar but much more inviting cosmetically. Taylor Made has introduced their new rescue club and sales over the last month prove this is a club of the future! Taylor Made and Adidas once again have what I think is the best winter shoe on the market, the Mudskipper. This boot is very light and feels like a golf shoe. With a spat that covers pants from below the knee down to the ankle high boot, your feet will remain dry in very wet conditions. With all these new and improved products to hit the ball higher and longer and equipment to make winter golf more comfortable and enjoyable the golf season may continue well into winter!

As well as new product at the Club it is also great to be able to introduce Leila Chartrand to the Academy. Having someone of her potential and a female instructor on site is equally exciting. Leila’s abilities as both a player and teacher complement the skills of the rest of our teaching staff and bring a new dimension to the instruction services we can offer our members and guests. I look forward to watching her career evolve.

At Pheasant Glen we are proud to offer all these exciting services and I am confident we can satisfy all your golfing needs. For inquiries about products, club fitting, seasonal apparel or golf instruction, please do not hesitate to contact one of our service professionals at Pheasant Glen Golf Resort.

Fit for Golf, Fit at Home Tanja Grad - BSc Kinesiology - BMGA Program Leader - Fitness Golf is a highly athletic event and you, the golfer, are the most important tool! Do you want to increase your driving distance? Have a more constant swing? Prevent career ending injuries?Then, you need to pay attention to that most important tool. Golf is a sport, and golfers are athletes. Like any athlete, golfers must condition their bodies to perform in sport and I will show you how! After recently completing the 'Golf Biomechanics Intensive' certification at the C.H.E.K. (Corrective Holistic Exercise Kinesiology) Institute, in San Diego, I am very enthusiastic in applying my knowledge here at home.

Studying side by side with the world's leading experts in holistic golf conditioning: including Janet Alexander, current trainer of Mike Wier and Michelle Wie, we learnt that knowledge alone is not power, but applied knowledge is power. You will benefit from my applied knowledge of functional and corrective exercises specifically designed for the conditioning of golfers.

The Oceanside Golf Conditioning Program is a scientifically based, multiphase program customized to your body. The program is ideal for all ages and skill levels, from the weekend fair-weather golfer to aspiring tour players and elite professionals. Whether your goal is to improve your driving distance or to get rid of back pain and play to your full potential, this program is for you. In the Oceanside Golf Conditioning Program, you will progress through the following phases:

• Phase I: Assessment: A comprehensive assessment of your body's biomechanics during the golf swing.
  
  
• Phase II: Flexibility: A personalized corrective stretching program to restore muscle balance and improve your range of motion during the golf swing.
  
  
• Phase III: Stability: Exercises to promote stability of all joints, especially the spine, during static positions and dynamic movements. Stability training includes balance and postural exercises.
  
  
• Phase IV: Strength: Challenging your muscles in complex, golf specific movement patterns while maintaining the stability achieved in phase III.
  
  
• Phase V: Power: Explosive movements to increase your driving distance.
  
  
• Phase VI: Periodization: To challenge the level of conditioning you achieved and to cycle through past phases to improve lingering weaknesses.
  
  

Get Active Now! Maureen Noble, R.D. - BMGA Program Leader - Nutrition Fall and winter are great times to start a physical activity program because the air is so cool and crisp! The hot lazy days of summer are long gone, so step it up a notch; your body will thank you. The world health organization has identified obesity as one of the major public health problems for the twenty-first century. In Canada, the prevalence of overweight and obesity in adults has increased dramatically during the past ten years, with almost half the population now classified as being either overweight (33%) or obese (15%). Obesity is the result of energy imbalance over time likely from a combination of genetic and environment factors that determine individual energy needs, voluntary food consumptions, and activity patterns. Because the prevalence of obesity is increasing at such a dramatic rate, genetics alone cannot explain the obesity epidemic.

It is our lifestyle choices that are literally killing us. We live in a society that seems to promote excess food innate and a sedentary life. Being physically active is an important part of staying healthy. The report on Dietary Reference Intakes for Macronnutrients recommends that adults get at least 60 minutes of daily moderate intensity physical activing (e.g./ walking/jogging at 6 km/per hr) to prevent weight gain as well as to accrue additional, weight-independent heath benefits can be achieve with a minimum of 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activating most days of the week; however this is considered insufficient to maintain body weight in adults in the recommended BMI range of 18.5 to 25 kg/m2.

The 2003 Statistics Canada community Health Survey show that almost half of Canadians 12 years of age and older (47%) are physical inactive, 24% are comderatly active, and only 26% are physically active. This data suggests that 71% of Canadians are not physically active enough to achieve optimal health enfits. These statistics are alarming! We need to turn off the tltvision and the computer. Enjoy leisure time together as a family talking and being active; instead of a group of zombies, non-communicating in front of the televisions. The follwoing chart provides an estimate of the duration of daily living and leisure activities equivalent to 60 minutes of walking.

Estimated Duration of various daily activities equivalent to 60 minutes of reference activity (walking/jogging 6km/h)

• Jogging (10 km/h): 22 minutes
• Skiing (water or downhill): 39 minutes
• Dancing (aerobic or ballet): 41 minutes
• Cycling (moderately): 42 minutes
• Skating (ice): 44 minutes
• Tennis (doubles): 50 minutes
• Walking/jogging (6 km/h): 60 minutes
• Mowing the lawn (power mower): 61 minutes
• Swimming (slow): 61 minutes
• Golf (without cart): 65 minutes
• Gardening (no lifting): 65 minutes
• Cycling (leisurely): 70 minutes
• Raking the lawn: 70 minutes
• Vacuuming: 85 minutes
• Dancing (ballroom): 110 minutes
• Walking from house to bus: 135 minutes
• Golf (with cart): 135 minutes

Maureen Noble is a member of the Registered Dietitians of Canada. She offers individual consults, Shop Smart Tours, Workshops, and Seminars. Call Maureen at (250) 752-0844, or email info@brentmorrisongolf.com.

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The Golf E.D.G.E (Excellence Demands Great Execution) Doug. Swanson, M. Sc. - BMGA Program Leader - Human Performance Competition does not build character; it exposes character. Successful athletes are able to bring their character to the game, each and every game. The athlete knows that he/she must prepare for the competition and that much of the competition will be with him/herself. He/she knows that commitment to the game is a commitment to the challenges that the game brings to the athlete. He/she is fully aware that the challenges of competition require a person to be a character that accepts adversity as a way if life. The athlete is aware that the game will be taxing at the deepest level, yet the player is undeterred by the challenge. He/she relishes the chance to make the most of the opportunity. Great characters are in fact resilient; they do whatever it takes. They will do what it takes to protect themselves from the hurt of losing. It doesn't mean that characters do not lose. It does mean, however, that characters leave nothing to chance or luck...it is preparation meeting game.

This is an introduction to ten rules for competition. The rules focus on values that constitute a champion. If you have read previous information I have authored, you will know that I believe that champions are different. We will focus on what the player will do to be prepared to play the game at its highest level and to provide focus, healthy perspective, and effective game preparation. The elements are ten competition principles that will give you the E.D.G.E. as they reinforce the single most valuable principle you will ever need to know....

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Pre-Round Stretches Penny McGuire - BMGA Program Leader - PowerYoga Here's a few quick pre round stretches to get your mind and body ready for a great game! Stand with your feet hip width and parallel to each other. Take a club, hold each end with each hand behind your back. Positioning your hands shoulder width. Gently swing side to side, relaxing through the hips and all the way up to your shoulders and neck. Imagine all mental and physical distractions moving down your neck, shoulders and arms and leaving out through the ends of the club.

Take a deep breath and as you exhale fold forward bending at the hips, keeping the knees bent, and letting your arms, still holding your club, extend up and over. Imagine (when your shoulders are completely open and relaxed) the club and your hands would touch the floor behind your head.

This combination stretch releases the neck, shoulders, arms, lower back and hamstrings all at once. Having your head below your hips also starts to slow your thoughts and regulate your breathing so you can more easily concentrate on the current moment. On an inhale slowly come all the way back up to standing.

Step the right leg back behind you into a short lunge. Bend the back knee and press the right hip forward and you twist the upper body to the left. You can place your left hand on your lower back and right hand on your left hip to help you rotate. Hold for 3 - 5 breaths then repeat with the left leg back and twisting to the right. This stretch combines opening the hip flexors and abdominals while twisting the torso - great preparation for bringing full range of motion and strength to your swing: the results being a much longer drive!

Try these before you start and even during the round and see instant feedback and results!

For more information about Power Yoga classes with Penny, please call (250) 240-3739 or email info@brentmorrisongolf.com

Technical Training Period Brent Morrison - BMGA Director of Instruction New to the Academy this season is a Junior Tournament Prep program just for girls! We are very pleased to have seven young ladies training in this program every Saturday 12:00-2:00 pm. Any girls 11 years+ who are interested in joining this program are encouraged to call the Academy, 752-8786, or come out on a Saturday and ask for Brent or Leila. JTP for Girls is available September - June. New girls are always welcome!. This year we are pleased to welcome students into our Collegiate Golf Prep, Junior Tournament Prep and Post-Secondary Tour Prep programs from Germany, France, Korea, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Ontario and Alberta as well as local students from the Oceanside region and other communities on Vancouver Island. All of our boarding students are settled in and working hard, both at the Academy and in their classes at Kwalikum Secondary School. A warm thank you to our host families in Qualicum Beach – your hospitality makes these opportunities possible for our dedicated players!

The Collegiate Golf Prep and Junior Boy's & Girls' Tournament Prep students began their fall training with a special treat - a trip to the Bell Canadian Open, played at Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club in Vancouver. This was a super opportunity for our young players to observe players competing in a PGA event. The students learned a tremendous amount watching how the players warm up, play their rounds and practice afterward. One of the students' biggest surprises of the day: tour players don't always hit it perfectly. Their abilities to recover after the no-so-perfect shots were unbelievable!

In October, 40 players from our Collegiate Golf Prep & Boys' & Girls' Tournament Prep programs competed in a qualifying tournament at Bear Mountain in Victoria.We were treated to an outstanding day, as the Bear Mountain course was in great shape and weather was beautiful. The excitement throughout the day intensified as players watched their names on a live leaderboard via the GPS units on their carts. This is an experience all golfers should have, as playing with a visable leaderboard is something you certainly need to get used to should you aspire to play competitive tournament golf! A special thank you to Barrie and Sheila McWha, Adena Wuerch, Karen Haddad and Don Gordon for their driving and supervisory assistance and to Todd Mahovlich, Bear Mountain Director of Golf, and his staff for their wonderful hospitality!

Karan Kakaria My name is Karan Kakaria, I come from New Delhi India and I am 15 years of age. Coming from a country where golf is still on the rise it was not easy to get into the game but as I was fortunate to be among the lucky few who could enjoy this privelage I decided to take up the sport of Golf. Starting to play tournaments at the age of 14 ( 2 months after I started golf) , I was again lucky enough to taste success soon as I won 12 tournaments in the space of 6 months but to stay in the country was a "dead end" option as there wasn't a bright future for my generation due to the lack of competition at the international level.

Therefore I decided to come to the Brent Morrison Golf Academy as this ordered me to live a structured lifestlye where time management was the key. Ever since the beginning of my time here Brent worked with me on a personal basis which I found absolutely unique as it is almost impossible for a teacher to be communicating with his students on individual basis in a group learning enviroment. The three main areas Brent focuses on are the mental part , the physical part and the necessity of education in a student-athlete's career. As things started to roll in September it was easy training where the swing was monitored upon by the three professionals- Brent, Brandon and Gord - but the colder winter months to follow had a surprise or two for people like me who had a laid back approach when it came to golf being an athletic sport.

The intense training began in November as the winter seemed to set in and the amazing fitness team of Scotty and Tanja pushed all of us in order to get the best out of each individual. When the physical state of my body started improving I immediately started to feel a difference in my game as more body turn and core strength came into my play. It was unfortunate that I could not kick on and play many tournaments due to the load of school work which I had challenged to finish..But my game took major strides in the periods I worked with Brent.. Psychologically this year was one of the most challenging for me due to the various unwanted distractions being a part of my life but this is when I believe Brent played a major role as he backed me up in whatever path I wanted to take - no matter how impossible the task seemed.. The stay here was made special by the homestays I lived in as it was interesting to interact with people from different cultures..

All in all, an individual who is focused and realizes that golf is the path in life for them should visit the Brent Morrison Golf Academy as he and his great support system make the stay pleasant - as well as make you reach new places in the golf arena.

Thanking you for all your help... Hope to make you proud...

Brent's Note:
Karan Kakaria was a student at the Academy from September 2004-June 2005. Not only did he make vast improvements in his golf during this time - he also completed almost 3 grades in school in the ten months he was here! Karan, thanks for your kind words - all of us at the Academy look forward to seeing you again soon!

Brent Morrison Director of Instruction Recognized in 1998 as both British Columbia and Canadian PGA "Teacher of the Year", Brent is consistently ranked as one of Golf Magazine's "Best Golf Instructors in North America" (1999-2003). He has recently been nominated for Golf Magazine's prestigious list of "Top 100 Best Golf Teachers", "Top 25 Best Golf Schools", "Top Regional Instructor, "2005 National Post Golf Report Top golf instructors" in Canada, 2005 Forbes golf top 3 academies in Canada. Brent has been featured in Score Golf Magazine, Golf Magazine, Pacific Northwest Golfer, Inside Golf, Island Golfer and Fitness World, among other publications. Teaching private, group & corporate lessons to both amateurs and professional since 1989, Brent's broadbased holistic teaching approach to golf instruction led him to create the comprehensive Collegiate Golf Development Program, now in its fourth year. Brent oversees all golf instruction programs at Pheasant Glen Golf Resort and personally instructs students in our Collegiate Golf & Junior Tournament Preparatory Programs. Listen to Brent's podcast at www.golfradio.ca

Barrie McWha Executive Professional A member of the Canadian PGA since 1967, Barrie McWha began his apprenticeship at Southwood Golf and Country Club in Winnipeg. During the period of 1977 through 1985 he was a Member of the Board of Directors of the Canadian PGA, serving as President in 1983-84. In 1990, Barrie started Premier Golf Associates, a Golf Management Consulting Business, and in 1996 arranged the purchase of Pheasant Glen Golf Resort. Barrie has served as President of the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce, is currently a Director of the Oceanside Tourism Association and is the 2010 Olympics Community Chair for the Qualicum Beach area.

Gord Melissa Director of Golf Gord became a Class "A" Professional in 1996, and was awarded the British Columbia PGA "Assistant of the Year" designation in 2001. His desire to teach golf and manage a golf facility was realized in January 2002, when Gord became Head Professional at Pheasant Glen Golf Resort, a position which highlights his enthusiasm both for the game and for helping players fulfill their goals. In addition to his commitments as Head Professional, Gord instructs both our Collegiate Golf and Junior Tournament Preparatory programs.

Brandon Guile Teaching Professional A full time golf instructor and graduate of the Professional Golf Management program at Camosun College, Brandon has extensive teaching experience with students of all ages. Brandon instructs both our Collegiate Golf and Junior Tournament Preparatory Programs, where students enjoy his progressive instruction and dynamic teaching style. In addition to his extensive work with juniors, Brandon also instructs adult custom groups, ongoing coaching programs, individual and semi-private lessons at the Brent Morrison Golf Academy.

Leila Chartrand Teaching Professional Leila obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of Southern California, Los Angeles while maintaining academic honours and serving as Captain of the SCU golf team. Some of her golf career highlights include a 1st place finish at the 2005 BMO Tour event, Cordova Bay Golf Course, qualifying for the BMO LPGA Canadian Open (2005, 2004), West Coast Ladies Golf Tour event Champion, Phoenix, AZ (2004) and Top 5 finishes for both team and individual at the 2000 NCAA Championship. Leila now balances a busy playing and teaching schedule and instructs both adult and junior programs at the Brent Morrison Golf Academy.

John Milroy, CPGA Teaching Professional John has 12 years of experience in the golf industry and has completed levels 1-4 of the Canadian PGA Teaching & Coaching Certification Program. Passionate about supporting students as they learn their best swing based on physical abilities, learning style and personal goals, John also specializes in Club Fitting, helping students find the best equipment to suit their individual body types and swing mechanics.

Janie Rome Morrison Program Coordinator, Brent Morrison Golf Academy at Pheasant Glen Golf Resort Janie oversees all program registrations and client communications for the Brent Morrison Golf Academy. She coordinates the Homestay program for boarding students in our Collegiate Golf Prep and Summer Programs and acts as school and home liaison for our boarding students, maintaining a solid support network for our juniors living away from home. Janie also facilitates post-secondary planning workshops for our CGPP students and edits our Academy newsletter.

Diarmid "Scotty" McVicar BMGA Program Leader (Strength & Conditioning) Scotty received his Diploma from the Royal Infirmary School of Physiotherapy in Glasgow, Scotland. A former trainer to the NHL Winnipeg Jets, Scotty was also attending Physiotherapist at the 1976 Montreal Olympics, 1978 & 1982 Commonwealth Games. Scotty conducts fitness assessments for students in our Collegiate Golf Preparatory Program and develops personal training routines incorporating cardio, strength & flexibility, helping students continue to build on their strengths and improve in areas of challenge.

Doug Swanson BMGA Program Leader (Sports Psychology) Doug is a Human Performance Consultant, specializing in the areas of team and individual consultations in Sports Psychology, Managing Adversity and Lifestyle Management. He is sports psychology consultant to the Portland Winterhawks and facilitates educational and motivational programs through his company, F.I.R.S.T. Place for Human Performance. Doug is also an instructor at Red Deer College and a sessional instructor for the University of Calgary. Doug facilitates Sports Psychology workshops for students in our Collegiate Golf Preparatory Program, sharing his expertise in the field of Human Performance.

Maureen Noble-Kilback BMGA Program Leader (Nutrition) Formerly Senior Clinical Dietitian at Langley Memorial Hospital, Maureen has energetically maintained a thriving private practice in the Oceanside area, working with businesses and individuals alike. Maureen brings a strong background in Sports Nutrition and Disease Prevention & Treatment to Brent Morrison Golf Academy, where she is both a workshop facilitator and personal nutritional consultant for our students.

Penny McGuire BMGA Program Leader (PowerYoga), B.Ed, RYT For over a decade, Penny has helped many reach their physical and personal best, from Athletes to Mums to Be, to Mature Movers in both Australia and Canada. Penny regularly works with our Collegiate Golf Prep students to help them improve their core strength, flexibility and breathing techniques.

Tanja Grad BMGA Program Leader (Kinesiology) BSc. Kin Tanja received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria. She is a qualified as a strength and personal training instructor (BCRPA) and has also received her certification in Golf Biomechanics by the CHEK Institute. Tanja has worked with The Velox Rugby Club, The University of Victoria Athletic Therapy Program and was a Clinic Coordinator for The Times Colonist 10K in training walk/run clinics. An avid athlete herself, Tanja competed for Canada as a Junior Modern Pentathlete in 1998. Following graduation from the University of Victoria, Tanja completed a cycling tour from Tofino, BC, to St. John, Newfoundland.