Lessons & Programs
You won’t find a more perfect setting to better your game than the Woodstock Country Club. Our PGA Professional, Matthew Closter, simplifies the game for all abilities. With superb teaching facilities, our lessons are designed to make you a smarter player while improving your swing for greater enjoyment of golf.
Rated #1 friendliest staff in New England and #3 in the U.S.
Golf Advisor, 2017
Meet the Pro
Matthew Closter
PGA Pro, Director of Golf at the Woodstock Country Club
Matt Closter joined the Woodstock Country Club in 2017 as Director of Golf. His tenure as a PGA Professional has spanned more than 15 years having previously held positions at several prestigious facilities throughout New England, Florida, and the Caribbean. Closter brings to Woodstock an ideal mix of private golf club customer service and luxury resort knowledge that has helped to elevate programming and service through all areas of the Resort.
Awards:
2018 New England PGA Merchandiser of the Year – Resort
2018 Vermont Chapter PGA Merchandiser of the Year – Resort
2016 New England PGA Assistant Professional of the Year
Previous Experience:
Weston Golf Club, Weston MA. 2010-2016
CuisinArt Golf Resort, Anguilla BWI. 2011-2013
Vineyard Golf Club, Edgartown MA. 2009
Lost Tree Club, North Palm Beach FL. 2008-2009
Jupiter Hills Club, Tequesta FL. 2006-2007
The Black Hall Club, Old Lyme CT. 2005-2008
Teaching & Coaching
Private and group instruction is conducted for all ages and abilities led by Woodstock Country Club PGA Director of Golf, Matt Closter, and Assistant Professionals, Dominick Baeriswil and Ian Rodgers. Our instructors' teaching philosophies adapt from student to student to incorporate basic swing fundamentals that help to work within each student’s abilities to reach their short and long-term goals. Lesson plans are laid out in detail and the latest in video software and instructional technology is utilized for all students.
Golf Lesson Pricing
| Lesson Options | Cost (Up to Two Students) |
|---|---|
| 1/2 Hour with Director of Golf | $70 |
| 1/2 Hour with Assistant Pro | $60 |
| 1 Hour with Director of Golf | $140 |
| 1 Hour with Assistant Pro | $120 |
Additional students +$25 (1/2 hour), 50 (1 hour) each
Call 802-457-6674 to reserve a lesson
As a jump start to the golf season, lessons may be purchased in bulk as a package. Package lessons must be used by the end of each season. Please reach out to Matt Closter to book or inquire further about lesson packages.
| Lesson Packages | Cost |
|---|---|
| 3 Lessons with Director of Golf | $360 ($420 Value) |
| 3 Lessons with Assistant Pro | $300 ($360 Value) |
| 5 Lessons with Director of Golf | $600 ($700 Value) |
| 5 Lessons with Assistant Pro | $500 ($600 Value) |
*Rates are subject to change without notice. All rates are subject to Vermont state sales tax.
2026 Jr. PGA League
Woodstock’s PGA Jr. League is open to boys and girls ages 13 and under of all skill levels – no golf experience required! Our Junior League teams will host a practice session at Woodstock Country Club at least once per week, and will also participate in a "Match" once per week. Our league captain and coach is Matt Closter, PGA Director of Golf.
The program fee for PGA Jr. League at Woodstock is $475. Each PGA Jr. League player will receive:
- Two high-quality team jerseys; one orange and one blue (for home and away games).
- Game Guide, hat or visor, bag tag, stickers, and drawstring bag
- A minimum of 4-6 games & a minimum of 4-6 practices
