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Lessons

Holiday Valley's PGA Head Golf Professional, Kyle Benish, is a Certified PGA Golf Professional, one of the 4% of Class A PGA Members. Kyle has over 20 years of teaching experience with all levels and ages of golfers not only gives him the ability to pinpoint what you need help with, but also gives him a great understanding how each individual learns best.

Golf Lessons

Half hour lesson: $50

One Hour Lesson: $75 

One Hour Lesson for two: $110

If you’re a new golfer or have played for a while you are invited to participate in this year Junior Clinics. Boys and Girls from ages 7-16 will receive 4 days of instruction, rules, etiquette and a picnic day! We will be playing the course on final night again this year. A fee of $55 covers everything. Classes will be supervised by PGA Certified Professional Kyle Benish and assisted by PGA Associate Bryce Burton.

Classes will include instruction with woods, irons, chipping and putting. Clubs and balls will be provided; however, students can bring their own clubs as well. Class dates are as follows:

July 4 from 9:45-11AM at the Practice Facility

July 11 from 9:45-11AM at the Practice Facility 

July 18 from 9:45-11AM at the Practice Facility 

July 25 from 9:45-12:30PM at the Practice Facility  (Etiquette and Lunch)

July 25 from 6-8PM on course at the Double Black Diamond (optional with adult)

July Clinic Registration Form


August 1 from 9:45-11AM at the Practice Facility

August 8 from 9:45-11AM at the Practice Facility 

August 15 from 9:45-11AM at the Practice Facility 

August 22 from 9:45-12:30PM at the Practice Facility  (Etiquette and Lunch)

August 22 from 6-8PM on course at the Double Black Diamond (optional with adult)

August Clinic Registration Form

 

Feel free to email Kyle by clicking here with any questions

Ladies, turn up the fun with golf at Holiday Valley! Join our Beginner's Ladies Group every Wednesday at the Golf Shop. Arrive at 4:45 PM for a 5 PM start. Enjoy alternating weeks of 30-minute lessons and relaxed on-course play. No need to sign up in advance—just show up and play!

Each lesson night kicks off with a brief lesson or a rule discussion, followed by a round of golf with friends. And don't sweat it; if you reach 10 strokes, you're free to pick up your ball—zero pressure!

Ready to swing? Lessons and green fees are just $19 per player, with optional carts available for an additional $12. Get in the swing of things with us—it's the most laid-back golf you'll play!

May 22 - Full Swing. Meet at the Practice Facility

June 12 - Rules & Putting

June 26 - Chipping

July 10 - Sand. Meet at the Practice Facility

Open Play starts at 5PM - come early to check in and get ready. Green fee $19, optional cart $12 per player.

Open Play Dates are:

May 29

June 19

July 3, 17

August 7, 14, 21

Play any Wednesday until October 31

 

About Kyle Benish

  • PGA Certified Professional
  • Class A PGA Professional since 2010
  • WNYPGA Board Member:  
    • 2019 & 2024 Chairman Awards Hall of Fame and Tournament Committee Member
    • 2019 - 2020 Chairman Awards Hall of Fame and Tournament Committee Member
    • 2021- 2022 Chairman Growth of the Game / Jr. Golf
    • 2023 Chairman Marketing and Communications
  • PGA 1st Assistant Golf Professional at Holiday Valley Resort from 2004 - 2021
  • Former PGA Golf Professional at Worthington Country Club, Florida
  • Former Assistant Golf Coach, St. Bonaventure University

Awards

  • 2014 and 2017 & 2020 WNYPGA PGA Assistant Golf Professional of the Year
  • 2022 WNYPGA Player Development Award Winner
  • 2022 & 2023 WNYPGA Merchandiser of the Year
  • 2010 PGA President's Council on Growing the Game

Playing Accomplishments

  • 2015 Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel Pro Am Champion
  • 2015 Pro Assistant Championship Champion
  • 2011 Ryder Cup Team Member Assistant Association Western New York PGA
  • 2010 Ryder Cup Team Member Assistant Association Western New York PGA
  • 2010 Top 10 Money List Assistant Association Western New York PGA
  • 2006 Ryder Cup Team Member Assistant Association Western New York PGA
  • 2006 Top 10 Money List Assistant Association Western New York PGA
  • 2006 Runner up Pro Assistant Championship

Kyle's April 2024 interview in PGA Magazine

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