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Professional Golf Instruction at Wild Dunes Resort
The professional instructors at Wild Dunes Resort can help improve golfers of every skill level. No matter what angle of the game you're looking to improve, they can make it happen. Learn more about the golf school at Wild Dunes Resort.
Jeff Minton, PGA
Director of Golf
Jeff Minton earned status as a Class A PGA Professional and began his career in the hospitality industry at Pinehurst Resort and Club. After stints as Head Golf Professional at Shanty Creek/Schuss Mountain Resort in Michigan, The Lodge at Ventana Canyon in Arizona, and La Costa Resort and Spa in California, Jeff joined Wild Dunes Resort in Isle of Palms, South Carolina. For over six years Jeff has overseen the golf department at Wild Dunes Resort and through comprehensive programs, coaching, instruction, and "big-picture" vision, Jeff has laid the foundation for a truly unique golf experience at Wild Dunes Resort. The resort continues to get accolades from national and regional golf organizations and publications about product and services offered. Jeff ensures all players are treated to an exceptional golf experience that brings people back year after year.
Chris Orphey
Harbor Course Golf Operations Manager
Chris has been a part of the Wild Dunes golf team at the Harbor Course since 2002 and has overseen the facility since 2007. Originally from Toledo, Ohio, his father introduced him to golf at the age of 8 and he quickly became addicted. At age 15, Chris began his golf career as a cart attendant. He has worked in several aspects of the sport, including retail, course construction, instruction, club management as well as promotion.
In 2001, Chris relocated to the Charleston area. During free time, he enjoys taking advantage of the great weather in the Lowcounty with outdoor activities. Whether it's playing golf on the Resort's courses, fishing in the creeks, enjoying the beach or taking in a festival or live music, Chris can't get enough of this town.
David Nelson, PGA
Director of Instruction
The Director of Instruction at Wild Dunes Resort since 2002, David is a Quarter Century Club Member of the PGA of America. In 1981 he graduated from the Professional Golf Management Program at Ferris State University in Michigan upon completing internships in Georgia, Florida and Oklahoma with the PGM program. David moved to the Charleston area in 1984 and was previously the General Manager and Head Golf Professional at Patriots Point and Crowfield Plantation Golf Club.
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Charleston, SC Memorial Day Activities by the Beach at Wild Dunes Resort
Kick off the start of summer with Memorial Day by the beach at Wild Dunes Resort! See a roundup of all Memorial Day activities happening on the Resort!
Links and Harbor Golf Courses Tee to Green Video Footage and Expert Playing Tips!
Golfers, give yourself the extra edge with interactive course maps with tee to green videos and expert playing tips by hole from Director of Golf, Jeff Minton.
Introducing Charleston, SC Destination Family Golf!
Enjoy quality family time with a round of golf overlooking the Atlantic Ocean or the Intracoastal Waterway at a great value! With Destination Family Golf, juniors play for free when accompanied by a paying adult...
Practice
I will be staying in a house on Isle of Palms this coming week. I won't have the energy to play a round, but would love to practice on a range and on and around a green. Is practice possible. Regards, John Goodrich
Golf Clinic
Myself and my girlfriend are planning a week of golf arriving at IOP April 1 with a departure date of April 8. Will you be having a golf clinic we could participate in? If so could you provide details including cost? Thank you.
Family of Fore!
How often do you get to hit the greens with your family? Our family golf specials make it easy to enjoy some quality time and quality courses! Check out this family of four hitting the courts today.
Mr
I am playing at Wild Dunes Monday June 18 with American Peanut Shellers....can i rent clubs at the clubhouse on the day?
golf membershiops for locals?
We just moved here and I was wondering if you have local golf memberships or a local mens club? If so what are they. Thanks, Jon Finger
Service Dog
Dear Sirs, I will be participating in an outing at your golf course on the 17th of April. The organizer of the outing is Bob Radcliffe, and the outing is for members of the West Point Class of 1965. I am writing, as a courtesy, to notify you that I will have my service dog, Major, with me at the outing. Whie The Americans with Disabilities Act requires all public facilities, including golf courses, to allow service dogs, I have found that some employees are not aware of this, and I want to avoid any potential conflict upon arrival at the course by providing you with this advanced notice; so that you can clear this with everyone in advance. Major is a certified and licensed service dog, specifically trained to accompany me on golf courses, and is always well received at the golf courses in my home area. Please contact me if you have any questions regarding this. Thanks for your consideration in advance, Gordon Larson
Club hire
Hi, I will be participating in the Cooper Consolidated golf event on Sunday 11th March, but I won't be bringing my clubs with me from the UK. What club rental options do you offer? My golf shoes have soft spikes - what are your golf shoe requirements? Best regards Stuart Horner
golf
what is the cost for 2 on Friday afternoon about 2:00. I tried to get info on your phone but would not accept the code
golf courses
I am a golf director for MBN in Myrtle Beach. I live at Barefoot Resort in Myrtle Beach. In your opinion, which courses would you recommend when I bring 3 other ladies with me? We are an average 15 handicap. Also, do you give any discounts to golf directors? We were looking at possibly the first week in June (after high season)
Golf in June
My family is traveling to Isle of Palms in June and I was interested in playing a round or two of golf. How much are the greens fees during the month of June. Does it make a difference in price if we have a Wild Dunes Sports Card. Thanks
club rentals?
Good afternoon! My husband & I are planning a visit, 3/8-3/11/12. DO you rent clubs that we could use while we are visiting?
Hello
Hi, i´n from Argentina and in April me and 2 friends are flying to Usa to play golf. We want to know if it´s posibble to play in your course? How much in April? YOu have online tee times? Do you have the same rate at the moorning or at the arfternoon? Thanks and sorry for my english.-
Green Aerification
We are planning to play the Links course March 9-10-11. When are you planning Green Aerification on the Links Course?
Golf Instruction
My wife and I were interested in 2-3 hours of instruction on Friday February 10th in the morning. We were then thinking of playing 9 or 18 holes of golf afterwards. Do you have anything that might fit our need? hat would this cost? We are very average golfers (22 handicap) but are always trying to improve. Thanks.
March visit
My wife and I will be in Charleston - Monday, March 5th thru Saturday, March 10th and would like to get in at least 18 per day at a variety of courses. Can you help ?
It's Heritage Time
For those of you watching The Heritage this week, you may see footage including a familiar Charleston, SC golf course air on The Golf Channel during coverage...
Sweeping Views, Beautiful Hues...Charleston, SC
An acclaimed city by media, visitors and residents alike, Charleston, SC is known for its beloved lowcountry vistas. But, why tell you about it when you can see for yourself.
Want to experience it in person? Please be our guest.
Our New Vacation Planner Cover
Throughout the year, we publish our treasured Wild Dunes Resort Vacation Planner, a helpful pocket guide detailing each season’s activities on the Resort. For this year's Fall/Holiday Planner, we asked our loyal Facebook fans to vote on their favorite cover. Now, the votes are in...
Game On for Golf at Wild Dunes, South Carolina
We're excited to share our newest golf video. Get a first-hand glimpse into the game of golf at Wild Dunes, SC and see what makes a round here so unique with commentary from our very own Director of Golf, Jeff Minton!
Learn more about our fall golf packages and to experience award-winning golf at Wild Dunes for yourself!
