Professional Golf Instruction
LaFortune Park Golf Course has assembled a top notch team of professional instructors.
Headed by PGA Director of Golf, Josh Stewart they utilize the best in classic and new golf instruction techniques. If you are looking to improve or have a question, talk with our pros. It could be the best thing you ever do for your golf game.
An Easy & Affordable way to Discover Golf
Traditionally a 5-day course, Get Golf Ready is designed as an action packed weekend that targets the beginner golfer. Throughout the weekend GGR will target multiple different areas of the game of golf. You will learn Grip, Posture, and Stance along with a short game session going over chipping and putting mechanics. On top of all this, you will learn golf etiquette and course management throughout a round of golf. This weekend course will allow you to learn the game of golf in a judgement-free zone and quick learning atmosphere so you can go out and play golf with your friends and family sooner.
The weekend classes run from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM on Saturday & Sunday.
Cost is $99 per person. Class sizes are limited.
2024 Get Golf Ready classes will be from April – October
GET GOLF READY DATES
April 6th & 7th – 27th & 28th
May 25th & 26th
June 8th & 9th – 29th & 30th
July 20 & 21st
August 10th & 11th
September 7th & 8th
October 12th & 13th
Programs / Services Available
- Rates for individual instruction are listed in the Professional Staff tab. Corporate clinics, group lessons, schools are all available and can be catered to your specific needs. Just email info@LaFortuneParkGolf.com for more information.
- Head Professional – A PGA of America Professional
- Five Assistant Golf Professionals
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Professional Staff
Josh Stewart
PGA Director of Golf
Ping Staff Member
After finishing his college golf career at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M, where he competed for a national championship, Josh began his career as an Assistant Golf Professional at Tulsa Country Club in 2004. From 2006 to 2014 he furthered his career at Battle Creek Golf Club and the Oaks Country Club, before accepting the Head Golf Professional position at The Canyons at Blackjack Ridge in Sand Springs, OK. He now oversees operations as the Director of Golf at LaFortune Park Golf Course as he carries on the legacy left behing by Pat McCrate. He truly sees it as an honor to serve the Tulsa golf community and surrounding areas. He received his PGA Membership in July of 2013, with 20 years of teaching experience and is a PGA Hope Certified Instructor.
| $75 – 45 Minute Lesson |
| $200 – (3) 45 Minute Lessons |
Trevor Crust
Assistant Golf Professional
Cobra Puma Staff Member
Trevor was born-and-raised in Claremore, OK and graduated from Oologah-Talala High School in 2008. Upon Graduation he enlisted in the Army where he served in: Joint Special Operations Command, Conventional Forces, and as an Instructor under the United States Army Sergeants Major Academy, totaling more than 14 years of Active service. Trevor received numerous awards for combat actions, and was awarded the coveted Sergeant Audie Murphy Award placing him in the top 1% of the Enlisted Armed Forces personnel. Trevor holds numerous certifications in coaching, and instruction & facilitation. Additionally, he is well versed in the all-important physical, mental, and emotional aspects of golf; master fitness trainer with an emphasis on sports nutrition, master resiliency trainer.
After his service to his country Trevor decided to move back home to give back to the community he grew up in, and pursue his love for Golf. Retiring in 2022 from the Army, Trevor worked hard to overcome his disabilities and injuries sustained throughout his time in service. These hardships led him to lean-in to his love for the game of Golf. A graduate of the PGA HOPE Program for Veterans with Disabilities, Trevor made it his goal to prove his mental and physical toughness by working hard to become a PGA Professional. His work paid off and within one year of retiring he Passed the Playing Ability Test and is currently enrolled in the PGA’s PGM Associate Program. His true passion is teaching, coaching and mentoring others to meet their goals and is dedicated to helping as many people as possible. He believes that anyone with the right mindset and drive can EXCEED any and all perceived limitations and expand their potential.
| $60 for (1) 45 Minute Lesson |
| $180 for (4) 45 Minute Lessons |
| $120 for a 9-Hole Playing Lesson |
To schedule your lesson or ask any questions you may have, please text or call Trevor at (912)321-1581 or email trevor@lafortuneparkgolf.com
Craig Wheeler
Head Golf Professional
Titleist Staff
Craig grew up in Western New York and relocated from the Buffalo area in 2022 to Tulsa. Growing up, he played Golf in High School, and Junior & District tournaments in Western New York, as well as qualification tournaments for the New York State Amateur, there learned about the rules of the game and competitive golf, and sportsmanship! He also played collegiate baseball at SUNY University of Buffalo, and SUNY Buffalo State Colleges, where he played multiple positions, but primarily played first base. Having played the game since he was six years old, he brings an unbridled enthusiasm for the game of golf
| $50 – (1) 30 Minute Lesson |
| $155 – (4) 30 Minute Lessons |
To schedule your lesson or ask any questions you may have, please text or call Craig Wheeler at (716)510-4321 or email craig@lafortuneparkgolf.com
Holley Hair
Teaching Professional
“From courses, to equipment, to practice facilites, LaFortune has it all! My passion is teaching and helping students enjoy the game, and I am excited to pursue that passion with the amenities here at LaFortune. I want to reach out to beginners, juniors, men and women and invite them to experience a better game.”
-Two Time National Championship Team Member at University of Tulsa
-University of Tulsa Women’s Head Golf Coach
-Western Athletic Conference Coach of the Year
-3-Time LPGA Central Section Teacher of the Year
-Director of Instruction/Owner, Tee Town Golf Ranch
Holley will offer private and group instruction, camps, on course lessons and specialty clinics.
To schedule your appointment or for inquiry, please contact Holley at (918)625-6024.
A.D. Benjamin
Assistant Golf Professional
TaylorMade Staff Member
abenjamin@lafortuneparkgolf.com
| $50 for (1) 45 Minute Lesson |
| $130 for (3) 45 Minute Lesson |