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| ACADEMY DESCRIPTION |
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| Information | The High Performers Golf Academy is in partnership with the SD22 online school vLearn. Student-athletes receive professional-level skill instruction and game/career planning to help guide the entire golf pathway. 360° skill and game focus areas include Driving, Irons, Chipping, Putting, and mental preparation. Students are fully engaged in golf fitness and nutrition programs, as well as an online golf curriculum.
Highlights Golf academy alumni achievements include UBC golf team as well as success in interprovincial golf tournaments. |
| Academy Goals | This program is designed for the aspiring golfer looking to advance their golf game to the next level. |
| Academy Grades | Grades 8 - 12 |
| Academy Location | Primary golf training locations are Vernon Golf and Country Club. In addition, students may visit additional locations as dictated by a group-specific training schedule. |
| Academy Schedule | Semester 2 | Block A/B Students will start training indoors until the courses open in April. As the weather permits, they will start training outside. |
| Coaches Credentials | Students are instructed by PGA certified Golf Pros and also work with fully certified Personal Training Specialists and Certified Functional Movement Specialists. Nutrition information and guidance is provided by a PN1 Certified Coach. |
| Academic Credits | Grade 8/9
Grade 10 - 12
The academy courses are supported through our online school vLearn. |
| Student On-boarding | All students will undergo an initial onboarding procedure to cover health and safety considerations in the beginning of the academy program. Academy mentors will do regular site visits to support onboarding procedures. |
| Parent Communication | Parents will receive communication on student progress following the regular district reporting schedule. Please contact the vLearn office for any additional inquiries. |
| Insurance Coverage | Strength and Conditioning insurance is carried by Total Approach Strength and Conditioning Coach (Sam Mowat). Vernon Golf and Country Club carries appropriate membership liability coverage as well. |
| STUDENT REGISTRATION & SELECTION PROCESS |
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| Information | Maximum students: 12 Minimum students: 6
Program Information Session: Date: January 14, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Location: Fulton Secondary (2301 Fulton Rd, Vernon, BC) See attached flyer for full information: SD22 Academy Information Night 2026.27 |
| Selection Process | Students with golf experience looking to take their game to the competitive level. Ability suitability will be screened by Academy Contacts when capacity is reached. |
| Link to Expression of Interest | Expression of Interest Form for the 2026/27 school year (2026.27 EOI opens January 14, 2026). Expressions of Interest are due March 27th. Any expressions received after this date will be waitlisted and admitted as space permits. As needed, the Teacher/Coach of the academy will contact you upon receiving this expression of interest to follow up with any further registration information, required parent(s)/guardian signatures and to answer any questions you may have. Please note that the completion of this form signifies your interest in the Academy but does not guarantee your acceptance. |
| FEES |
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| Information | $2,695.00
Breakdown of Fees  |
| Financial Hardship | If an elite golfer’s participation is hindered by financial barriers they are asked to contact the Academy main Contact to review other potential support options. |
| TRANSPORTATION |
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| Information | Transportation will be the responsibility of the student and their family. |
| CONTACT INFO |
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| Information | Mick Johnson Golf Academy Contact Email: mickgolfer18@gmail.com Phone: 780-818-4653
Corinne McWhinney Principal of vLearn, Career Programs & Academies Email: cmcwhinney@sd22.bc.ca Phone: 250-542-0249
International Students should contact our International Department for full details on SD22 Secondary School Admissions and possible Academy participation. |