Golf Instruction

Dave DeSantis

Dave is a veteran PGA Professional. He has been teaching golfers of all abilities and ages since 1981. Dave's students appreciate his knowledge and passion for teaching motor skills within the context of each student's capabilities  and goals. An accomplished player in his own right Dave has successfully qualified 3 times through the first stage of the PGA Tour School. He has also successfully qualified through the United States Open local qualifier 4 times.

Dave was a member of the 1981 NCAA Championship Team. He also has placed in the top ten in the Utah and Arizona Opens. Dave’s competitive career has been highlighted by successfully qualifying 3 times into the regional stage of the U.S. Open and 3 times into the regional stage of the PGA Tour. Dave has combined a distinguished playing career with a passion for teaching and coaching golf. To schedule an appointment, please call Dave at 824-2379.

Guy Lester

Guy is a native of the bay area in California, and has been a golfer for more than 40 years. Guy has played competitive golf since he was 14 years old, and has competed at both the High School, and College levels. After retiring at an early age, Guy decided to work in the industry that has been his main love since the age of 9, and become a PGA golf professional. Guy first came to the state of Utah in the 1970's to play for the Weber State golf team. There he fell in love with the state and the people and has yet to leave. Guy has worked at River Oaks golf course since its opening and is currently the Director of Golf. Guy has passed all of the requirements to become a PGA apprentice and has been teaching and coaching golf for the past 20 years in both California, and Utah. Guy has especially loves to work with juniors, and has been working with them for many years, through Nike golf camps and the junior programs offered at River Oaks. Guy has also been involved with different golf schools in California and Utah, and attends many seminars and instructional series to further his golf education. Above all Guy believes that learning and fun go together, and has become one of the most popular instructors at River Oaks. Guy can be reached by calling (801) 568-4650.