Performance Golf Academy

Director of Coaching and Development
PGA of Australia Member
PGA of Canada Class 'A' Professional

Brett has been named one of Canada’s top-50 instructors, but to say his success ends at the Canadian border would be a serious understatement.

It extends well beyond that, to mentoring top players at every level in over 40 countries around the globe throughout his 22 years of professional coaching experience.

Brett plays an instrumental role in the continued development and on-going operations of the Morgan Creek Performance Golf Academy. Saunders has developed some of the most successful game development programs in the country, where a number of leading professionals, college players, amateurs and juniors train to compete against the world’s best. Read More about Brett.

Lead Professional Coach
PGA of Canada Class 'A' Professional

Scott’s coaching philosophy centers around the total development of his students. Going beyond mechanics and technique, Scott guides with open communication, using knowledge of each student's goals and learning styles, leading to enhancement of the “MindSet Skills”. Drawing from 24 years of coaching experience, this sharing of ideas ensures that all students, regardless of age, gender, and ability, receive a unique and completely customized learning experience. Read More about Scott.

Associate Professional Coach
PGA of Canada Class 'A' Professional

Leila’s coaching philosophy is to create a comfortable environment allowing the student to identify their own strengths and weaknesses. By incorporating athletic motion drills and exercises into each lesson, students will have a well-rounded practice routine that golfers of all skill levels and ages can relate to. With three decades of playing experience and 14 years of coaching, Leila draws from her own experiences to help create an engaging atmosphere for all of her students. Read More about Leila.

Professional Coach
College Golf Advisor

Jonnie’s success as a golfer at the Provincial, National and International stage, led him to earn a College Golf Scholarship to Oregon State University. During his College Golf career he had much success including being named a two-time All-America Scholar, an Arthur Ashe Sports Scholar and the 2012 Pac-12 Scholar-Athlete of the Year. After graduating, Jonnie realized his true passion was in coaching, and at that time he accepted the position as the Assistant Men’s Golf Coach of Oregon State University, where he made a tremendous impact on the continued growth of the Men’s Golf Program. Combining Jonnie's expertise in college golf, his caring personality and ability to bring the best out of his students makes him a great addition to the Morgan Creek Performance Golf Academy. Read More

Performance Club Fitter & Performance Coach
PGA of Canada Class 'A' Professional

Chris is a graduate of Camosun College and has been actively Club Fitting and Coaching golfers of all levels for over 18 years. He has immense experience in the golf industry which includes competing on the Canadian Tour in 2003, and in 2012, Chris landed at Nanaimo Golf Club where another love of the game intrigued his mind and captivated his attention, Performance Club Fitting. The unique combination of a professional approach and his passion for playing the game, Chris creates an enjoyable and relaxing atmosphere for both his junior and adults students.

• Certified Performance Club Fitting Specialist
• Callaway Master Fitter
• TCCP I, II, III, IV PGA of Canada Certification
• Associate Professional - Nanaimo GC : 2012 - 2021
• Assistant Professional - Pheasant Glen Golf Resort : 2005-2012
• Senior Instructor BMGA : 2005-2012
• Graduated Camosun College, Victoria, BC : Golf Management & Operations
• Teaching Professional - George Sakamoto Golf Institute : 1998-2005
• Canadian Tour Professional : 2003