Steve Oostrom
CGTF
Level III Member, Kingston,Ontario, Canada

“I began my career in the golf industry by working as an assistant golf professional for the Links O’ Tay Golf Club in Perth, Ontario.  After moving to Kingston, Ontario, where I studied business at St. Lawrence College, I started working for Pro Golf Discount, becoming manager of the store within one year. The following year I decided to join the CGTF, which to this day was the best decision I’ve ever made.  It was as part of this organization that I was able to develop my ability to teach, and share my enthusiasm for this wonderful game we all love so much.

            “My current position is owner and operator of Canada’s Favorite Golf Schools at the Garrison Golf Club and Westbrook Golf Club, both located in Kingston, Ontario, where I employ fellow members of the CGTF.  As in the past, I now focus my efforts on expanding the game of golf, focusing on beginners, ladies and juniors.  In doing so, I have developed week-long junior camps running for eight straight weeks all summer long and involving over 100 kids; ladies clinics held twice a week all summer long; and beginner clinics throughout the summer. 

            “My philosophy has always been to teach the basics first.  In doing so, I never change a student’s entire swing; their swing is unique to them, and defines that person as a golfer.  Instead, by focusing on basic fundamentals, setting achievable goals, and most importantly maintaining a positive and fun attitude, the student is put at ease, helping their overall enjoyment of the game that will last a lifetime.”