The Preserve at Verdae offers complete golf instruction and practice facilities ideal for the experienced player or the beginner golfer and can tailor their programs with individual lessons or group clinics to maximize your golfing potential. Our instructors have over 40 years combined golf experience and are ready to help take your game to the next level!
Private Lessons:
Available by appointment only. Please fill out the form below to schedule your lesson. Rates vary based upon instructor.
1 hour instruction: $90 – 3 Lesson Package $225 – 5 Lesson Package $325.
Junior (under 18) 1 hour instruction – $60 – 3 Lesson Package $150 – 5 Lesson Package $200.
Couples’ and group clinic packages are available. Please fill out the form below for pricing.
Group Lessons:
Our instructors are pleased to offer customized group instruction for families, teams, companies, leagues, etc. Please fill out the form below to inquire about options and rates. You will receive an email as soon as possible.
Instructor Bios:
Paul Albert, PGA, Director of Golf / Head Golf Professional.
Paul has over 22 years experience in the golf industry and instruction and became a Class A Professional in 1992. His career includes positions in notable facilities such as San Destin, Grand Cypress Resort and Walt Disney World Golf Resort. He is a 1981 graduate of Ole Miss with a Bachelor in Business Administration and Minor in Sports Medicine and Sports Management. Paul has been with The Preserve at Verdae as Director of Golf and Head Professional since 2004, and lives in Greenville with his wife Catherine and daughter Madison.
Keith M. Turchan, USGTF III Teaching Professional/Assistant Golf Professional
Keith has been a teaching professional since 2011. He began career in Norwood, MA and has been in Greenville since 2013. Keith’s focus is on fundamentals of the golf swing and he incorporates new technology to better assist his students. In 2020 Keith was recognized as a USGTF/WGTF top 100 Golf Instructor.
Austyn Sumerel, PGA Apprentice, Assistant Golf Professional & Golf Event Sales Manager
Austyn has recently enrolled in the PGA program as of February of 2025 and is working his way to becoming a PGA Member. Austyn Currently resides in Anderson, SC with his wife Lana and their two dogs Jax and Leo. Austyn’s mindset is as a passionate golf instructor, specializing in helping golfers of all skill levels refine their swing, build confidence and enjoy the game to the fullest.
Please fill out the form below for a lesson request. You will be contacted within 24 hours to schedule your lesson(s).
If you do not receive a confirmation or reply within 24 hours, please contact Keith directly at mailto:kturchan@thepreserveatverdae.com