Golf Instructors
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Silver Spruce Golf Instruction
To avoid developing bad habits that will hinder your progress and enjoyment of golf, start with proper instruction. Proper instruction will allow you to improve faster, lower your scores and enjoy the game with minimum frustration. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced player, our instructors at Silver Spruce are capable of helping you improve your game. We hope you’ll take advantage of what our Silver Spruce PGA pros have to offer.
Silver Spruce proudly introduces its highly qualified teaching professionals. In addition to individual and group lessons, these independent contractors also conduct several golf programs throughout the year – Adult Link Up 2 Golf, Junior Learn to Golf and Golf 4 Kids. Schedule your individual lessons with your instructor of choice, but all instructional fees must be paid for in the golf pro shop, not directly to the instructor. Make that phone call and be on your way to lower scores before you know it.
Jack O’Brien, Head Golf Professional
(719) 556-7414
Jack knows that there’s more than one way to swing a golf club, and is particularly strong at assessing your swing. He can observe, listen and help you master the swing that’s right for you. Regardless of your age, experience, or skill level, he can identify the one or two key concepts you need to master right now to optimize your game. But beyond mere mechanics, he’s itching to share his love of golf – from course management to customs to etiquette, from the rules of golf to effective ways to practice. Jack enjoys a well-earned reputation as a talented teacher who draws from and is eager to share his extraordinary wealth of knowledge and experience. He’s happiest when you succeed on the course. The price of your lessons with Jack includes an obligation to stop by the pro shop to tell him about the good things that are happening for you on the golf course.
Carl Kelly, PGA, Assistant Golf Professional
(719) 556-7414
Carl recently joined the Silver Spruce staff after working as an assistant golf professional at The Broadmoor Golf Club for more than two years. While at The Broadmoor, Carl provided golf instruction to members, guests, and juniors as part of his primary duties. He is a professional golf management graduate from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, where he learned teaching techniques from PGA Master Professional Gene Miranda and PGA Professional Ed Kelbel. Carl was elected to full PGA membership as an assistant golf professional in June 2009 while a member of the Silver Spruce staff. While he understands that there is no magical swing that everyone can perfect and become a phenomenal golfer, Carl strives to get the greatest results from his students given their inherent abilities. For this reason, he excels with students of all playing abilities.
GROUP LESSONS
Lessons are also available with our Get Golf Ready program.


