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Nelson Fernandes

01 About Nelson Fernandes

– USGTF Level 3 Certified Golf Instructor (United States Golf Teachers Federation, Florida)
– 30+ years of playing experience
– Current Golf Instructor for TDSB Continuing Education & Within Range Thornhill
– Extensive experience coaching across indoor & outdoor facilities
– Specialized in junior development, equipment fitting, and video swing analysis

02 Teaching method

– Focus on target orientation and consistency through balance
– Structured yet adaptable coaching tailored to each student’s goals and ability level
– Emphasis on building repeatable fundamentals for long-term improvement
– Incorporates video analysis and practical on-course application

03Achievements

– 4 Holes-in-One
– 1st in Class – USGTF Playing Ability Test (Kissimmee, Florida – Dec 2004)
– Champion – HP (Hewlett Packard) Executive Golf Tournament (2004)
– Champion – BMO Steve McCormick Invitational Tournament (2004)
– Champion – Royal Bank EIMS Golf Tournament (2005)
– Highest Manager Rating – BMO Annual Employee Survey (99.1 index, 2003 & 2004)
– President Certificate – Christopher Leadership Course (2002)
– Completed multiple marathons (Toronto International, Scotiabank Waterfront, Ottawa National)

04Coaching Experience

– Instructor across multiple facilities, including:

  • TDSB Continuing Education
  • Within Range Thornhill
  • Annandale Golf & Country Club
  • Waterside Golf Academy
  • Golf Etc Driving Range
  • Beach Fairways Driving Range

05Coaching Philosophy

– Driven by a strong commitment to helping each student reach their full potential
– Focused on making improvements both effective and enjoyable

06What Students Say

  • “39 for 9 holes” – Ian March
  • “Nelson -that was the most fun! Thank you so much for all of your time, good humour, patience and great instruction.” – Diane R.
  • “Joe and I and the Turners desperately need you -any chance that you have time for a lesson. You are the best!” – Diane,Joe, Maureen and John
  • “When can I schedule for my next Golf lesson?” – EKovarski
  • “I just wanted to say that I am really enjoying learning how to play golf with you… it is starting to feel like fun!!” – Anna D.

Private lesson

$85/lesson

  • 1-on-1 coaching
  • Session: 45–60 min

Semi-private lesson

$55 – 75/lesson/person

  • 2 players: $75
  • 3 players: $65
  • 4 players: $55

5 Lessons for the Price of 4

$220-340/lesson/person

  • 1 player: $340
  • 2 players: $300
  • 3 players: $260
  • 4 players: $220

9-Hole Playing Lesson

$175-250/lesson/person

  • 1 player: $250
  • 2 players: $200
  • 3 players: $175

Book a lesson

our location etobi coke

Etobicoke

377 The Queensway, Etobicoke, ON, M8Z 1T1

our location woodbridge

Woodbridge

7500 Hwy 27, Unit 24, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 0J2