Easter at Berkeley Hall Club 25th Anniversary Q&A with the Marinis BHCF Bloom Together
mar/apr 2026
pring is nearly here! From the Savannah Gardens to our Tom Fazio courses, it’s wonderful to see the Lowcountry coming into bloom.
We're getting ready for many of our favorite Club traditions from our Berkeley Hall-style Easter Celebration to the Mixed MemberMember, and introducing some new ones we hope all will enjoy.
The excitement continues as we approach Berkeley Hall Club’s 25th Silver Anniversary Celebration. We invite you to celebrate with us, with monthly events that reflect our entire community and stories told through the voices of our members.
Perfectly timed for peak Lowcountry bloom, our BHCF Ladies Event is always a wonderful way to gather in support of the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation, and you can read more about it and the foundation on pages 4-5.
When it comes to exceptional member experiences, Berkeley Hall is continually raising the bar, and the Clubhouse has long been the heart of the community. Spring is the perfect time to gather with us, for casual dining on the Verandah, leisurely Sunday brunches and evening cocktails as the sun sets.
Golden marshes edged with green, and graceful breezes that gently stir moss-draped limbs, Spring in the Lowcountry always takes our breath away. Showcasing the natural beauty of our setting comes naturally to landscape photographer and Berkeley Hall member Patrick Quigley, whose stunning cover graces this issue.
We’ve got a great Spring planned at the Club. Come join us and enjoy the best of our “Berkeley Experience!”
Anne Feldman
Berkeley Hall Director of Communications
Links Magazine showcased Berkeley Hall in its prestigious 2026 Premier Properties Guide issue with an expansive twopage spread on our private golf community, and a look at our club amenities and lifestyle. Showcased among the world's best golf communities, you can read the full article on member site berkeleyhallclub.com.
You’ll Feel Right at Home: in our charming cottages with easy access to everything. From golf weekends to family stays, our cottages offer all the amenities you could ask for. It’s a short walk to the Clubhouse and onto the greens, and you’ll find the Spa & Fitness Center just around the corner.
1BR Master Suite
$265
2 BR/2BA Town Suite, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $525
3 BR/3BA Master + Town Suite, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $630
4BR/4BA Full Cottage, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $800
Rates do not include sales and accommodations tax of 10%. Cottage Rate does not include Golf Rate. Daily tidy service may be arranged. Fee schedule is available upon request. Please contact Concierge Services at 843.815.8952 for reservations and additional information. *72-hours advance Cancellation required to avoid full charge.
Make Your Next Visit Exceptional: Immerse yourself in our Lowcountry setting as you relax at our day spa, enjoy Club dining, and our beautiful Savannah Gardens and River Park. We’re happy to arrange curated casual fare with charcuterie boards and select wines for your stay. Simply request 72-hours prior to your arrival from our Concierge team and we’ll provide your requested amenities upon arrival. We also feature pet-friendly cottages, please reserve in advance.
Bernard Audet Haverford, PA
Alan & Carolyn Bergantino Guilford, CT
John & Emily Antunes Hilton Head, SC
Matt & Aimee Craddock Fayetteville, GA
William & Deborah Rapp Boston, MA
Robert & Alice Suhosky Huntington, MD
ON THE COVER: Our stunning cover shot is courtesy of professional landscape photographer and Berkeley Hall member Patrick Quigley. Patrick shared: “There is a specific clarity to the light here in the spring that makes it special. Capturing my first peak azalea bloom last year was about more than just the flowers; it was about capturing the way those vibrant colors interacted with the morning's light and shadows. I’m thrilled to be able to share, through my lens and work, these beautiful glimpses of this special place we are graced to call home.”
You can visit a gallery of his work at www.QuigleyFineArt.com.
In late January, Berkeley Hall members welcomed 29 Lowcountry charitable organizations to the Verandah for Mingle with Meaning – an evening devoted to connection, conversation, and understanding how $500,000 in 2026 grant awards will fuel meaningful work across our community.
The atmosphere was exactly what the name promised: warm, purposeful, and filled with positive energy. Leaders from across the nonprofit community shared stories of impact, collaboration, and resilience – culminating in a powerful keynote address by Courtney Hampson, CEO of Bluffton Self Help.
Ms. Hampson spoke movingly about how these diverse agencies work together, often behind the scenes, to stretch every dollar and create lasting change. Of the
29 organizations present, 17 currently partner directly with Bluffton Self Help, a powerful example of how collaboration strengthens efficiency and expands reach across the Lowcountry.
“Lowcountry organizations are constantly handling crisis. They just do it quietly.”
- Courtney Hampson, Bluffton Self Help CEO
She reminded us that while the Lowcountry’s beauty is unmistakable, it can quietly conceal deep and growing need. A drive down Buck Island Road toward May River Road reveals this divide – where trailer homes still lack electricity. And as growth continues in Hardeeville and Ridgeland, Bluffton and
Hilton Head-based charities are increasingly stretching their services to meet geographically expanding needs. That quiet commitment was on full display throughout the evening and it underscored an important truth: while Berkeley Hall’s generosity is making a real and measurable difference, the needs in our community are increasing, not easing.
The Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation extends heartfelt thanks to our members who give generously, volunteer faithfully, and share their talents so freely. Because of you, our impact continues.
Together, we will keep making a difference locally.
WEDNESDAY, APR 22 | 11AM-4PM
Please join the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation for a spring gathering of brunch, shopping, and connection as we Bloom Together – Cultivating Friendships. Transforming Lowcountry Lives.
Perfectly timed for peak Lowcountry bloom, this year’s Ladies Event begins with a seated brunch and a fresh look
at our thoughtfully curated vendors, an easy, welcoming way to meet new friends and reconnect with familiar faces.
From there, the afternoon unfolds at a relaxed pace, with casual shopping and plenty of time to linger, browse, and enjoy one another’s company – all in support of the Foundation’s
work to strengthen and sustain our most vulnerable neighbors across the Lowcountry.
With a more intimate format, space will be limited. Registration opens soon – make plans now to join us as friendships flourish and impact takes root. More details coming soon!
J. SCOTT HARMON APPOINTED ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER OF MEMBER EXPERIENCE & ENGAGEMENT
J. Scott Harmon, MBA, has been named Assistant General Manager of Member Experience and Engagement for Berkeley Hall Club.
An accomplished private club leader, J. Scott brings over 30 years of valuable experience in membership engagement, event management, branding and club operations.
“I had the pleasure of working with J. Scott at Chapel Hill Country Club for nearly five years. He has excelled throughout his career, delivering
unforgettable member experiences and impeccable service at Chapel Hill Country Club, Greensboro Country Club, and Chateau Elan, to name a few,” shares Mike Blazer, Berkeley Hall COO/GM.
With an extensive background in cultivating premier member experiences and significant club milestones such as Chapel Hill’s recent Centennial Celebration,
J. Scott has garnered exceptional expertise honed by many of the finest private club communities.
“It is a privilege to join the team during the club’s Silver Anniversary year, and I am eager to contribute to celebrating this important milestone,” shares J. Scott. Join us in welcoming J. Scott to Berkeley Hall Club.
Save the Date
for our spectacular Silver 25th Celebration on Saturday, October 17th, 2026
As we approach this remarkable milestone, our story is best told through the voices of our members, we hope you enjoy hearing them and learning more about our Club’s shared history.
You could say it was love at first sight, as Lynn and Henry Marini’s first look at Berkeley Hall was for a possible wedding venue! “We loved the Charleston, Savannah, Hilton Head Island area and knew we wanted a Lowcountry destination wedding. When we discovered Bluffton, we visited a number of communities and then we came to Berkeley Hall. The rest is history,” share Henry and Lynn. It was a gorgeous October with sunny skies, a perfect setting for a memorable wedding weekend with Friday golf and an afternoon pontoon boat cruise followed by evening cocktails and dinner. On Saturday, the couple wed in the Savannah Gardens, with dinner and dancing at the Clubhouse, capped off with a late night in the Tap Room! “Then we shared a leisurely Sunday brunch with our guests
and family and couldn’t have been happier,” added Lynn.
It’s worth noting that once they arrived, following Henry’s afternoon of golf with Bill Hershberger, Wayne Hoffman, and Don Ryder, they decided to tour the community with member/realtor Wayne Corley. By their wedding date they’d already chosen the lot for their dream home! And it was Wayne who performed their ceremony.
That wonderful wedding weekend is now 10 years past, and Henry and Lynn have built many lasting memories at BHC. Along with Henry’s service on the Board of Directors, and many hours on the courses! Here, we spend some time with them as we continue our lead-up to BHC’s 25th Anniversary Celebration.
BHC: Love Most?
L&H: That it’s an intentionally smaller community with low density, easy access to golf (for Henry) wonderful amenities, and the beautifully manicured grounds. We feel grateful to be here.
BHC: Favorite Memory
L&H: Our wedding weekend! The weather was beautiful, everything was so well-done, and everyone had a tremendous time. We loved every moment.
BHC: Most Meaningful?
L&H: Berkeley Hall is such a special place, friendly, welcoming, beautiful, a top-notch Club with a lifestyle we enjoy immensely. And when it comes to what we value most, it’s the deep, lasting friendships we̓ve made. Friendships that now feel like family.
WED, MAR 18 | 5-7PM
THU, MAR 19 | 5-7PM
THU, MAR 26 | 7-9PM
TUE, APR 21 | 6-10PM
Breakfast for Dinner
Bring the kiddos, even the big kids (you know who you are) for everyone’s favorite Family Dining night on Wednesday, March 18th from 5-7pm in the Tap Room. Casual dinner buffet with all your faves – French toast, pancakes, waffles, savory bacon and sausage, fruit and granola and more! Come by any time between 5-7pm. Registration required. Littlest ones (under 4-yrs old) eat free!
Children 5-12 yrs $14 | Adults $28 Inclusive | Club Casual | Tap Room
Club Within the Club
Our newest Club within the Club event showcases all the wonderful member clubs that flourish throughout BHC. Join us on Thursday, March 19th from 5-7pm for a complimentary wine tasting, with light bites and conversation! So many clubs to explore, come together to share your interests, develop friendships and try something new! From bocce to theatre, photography, travel, artists club (all mediums), garden club, tai chi, ladies cards, mah jongg, culinary and more, discover all the member clubs right here at BHC and maybe create some new ones!
Complimentary | Club Casual | Member Charge Bar | Verandah
Ladies Night Out (80's Theme)
It’s Ladies Night and the feeling’s right, with a fun Tap Room takeover 80’s-themed dance party on Thursday, March 26th from 7-9pm.
Girls just wanna have fun and we’re ready to celebrate BHC-style, with live DJ, light bites, signature cocktails and more! Come show off your favorite 80’s attire and dance the night away!
$14 Inclusive | Member Charge Bar | 80s-Themed Attire | Tap Room
A Night in Nashville!
Nashville’s Chris Gelbuda comes to BHC on Tuesday, April 21st on the Verandah from 6-10pm. Get your boots on and come out for a great night with one of country’s best singer songwriters (and newest member of the Zac Brown Band!)
Sip a welcome glass of wine, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and a special Nashville-style dinner buffet, and get ready to enjoy songs he’s performed with some of music’s biggest names: Zac Brown Band, Luke Combs, Sabrina Carpenter, John Legend, Wyatt Flores, Meghan Trainor, Snoop Dogg and more! Come for a great night of music and storytelling!
$70 Inclusive | Member Charge Bar | Club Casual or Country Attire | Verandah
TUESDAY, MAR 3 | 4PM
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB: Ben
Ham
Ben Ham’s fine art photography is shaped by a quiet discipline – images guided by tone, light, and an intuitive sense of composition honed over a lifetime in the traditional craft.
“I’ve stopped to enjoy this view, Causeway To Paradise, countless times as I crossed the causeway, each time feeling transported back in time,” shares Ben.
“Mr. Joe inherited the 460-acre island
paradise, placing it in a trust to prevent it from being developed, knowing that future generations would enjoy its immense untouched beauty.”
Ben photographs with large format cameras, their movements allow for the great detail in his images. “As with most of my work, I waited for the right moment – enjoying the morning light filtering softly through the trees, clouds
rolling into the scene from the storms overnight, the mood was still and quiet. I love this time of day.”
Come join us and learn more about Ben’s photography and the stories that shape his collection.
Complimentary | Club Casual Palmetto Room | Member Charge Bar
Banana Ball Championship League
THURSDAY, APRIL 16 | 5PM
Come out for the Savannah Bananas with great play at the Banana Ball Championship League! Doors open at 5:30pm, show starts at 6:30pm, rain or shine! Meet at Clubhouse at 5pm, depart via arranged transportation at 5:15pm. Game tickets $50: includes all you can eat sodas, water, hot dogs, burgers, chicken sandwiches, popcorn & cookies. Seating reserved on the first base porch, but Grayson Stadium is open seating and feel free to explore or find seats elsewhere. Additional food and alcohol available for purchase – optional transportation for $45 each, parking at Grayson Stadium is limited. 5:15pm club departure, show starts at 6:30pm. $50 Game ticket | $45 transportation fee | Kids 3 & under are free (no ticket needed) | Casual and game attire welcome!
SATURDAY, APR 25 | 7-10PM
BOOK CLUB
MAR 2 | 3PM | THE VERANDAH
Enjoy Verandah Late Night on Saturday, April 25th from 7-10pm. Drop by for after dinner drinks, complimentary light bites, easy socializing with friends and great music with live DJ!
Verandah bar’s open and the vibe will be casual!
Complimentary | Member Charge Bar Club Casual | Verandah
Read any good books lately? Join our BHC Book Club –
Our meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 3pm. For details contact Wendy Hansen: hansenwendyj@gmail.com.
APR 6 | 3PM | THE VERANDAH
“The Secret War of Julia Child” by Diana Chambers
Before she mastered the art of French cooking in midlife, Julia Child found herself working in the secrets trade in Asia during World War II. Single, 6 foot 2, and thirty-years old, Julia McWilliams took a job with America's first espionage agency, years before cooking or Paris entered the picture.
The novel traces Julia's transformation from Pasadena blue blood to Washington, DC file clerk, to head of Gen. "Wild Bill" Donovan's secret File Registry. The wartime journey takes her to Asia's remote frontlines of then-Ceylon, India, and China, where she finds purpose, adventure, selfknowledge – and love with mapmaker Paul Child. Review: Goodreads
“The Correspondent” by Virginia Evans
Virginia Evans’ The Correspondent tells the story of the life of Sybil Van Antwerp. Written through the letters Sybil writes and receives, we learn of her beginnings, who she was and who she’d hoped to be.
Sybil, a mother and grandmother, divorced, retired from law and who now lives alone, is equal parts peevish, good-natured, cautious and bold, and frequently gets in her own way. As her story unfolds, she discovers the forgiveness she needs, both for herself and for others, as she embarks on a profound and unexpected transformation at the age of 73. Sybil discovers who she is, a rebirth of sorts, though she is, according to her, in the “winter season” of her life’s journey. Review: Southern Review of Books
Saturday Easter egg hunt
Saturday, April 4 | 12-2pm
Verandah | Grand Lawn
Adults $42 | Children $19 inclusive Club Casual, Jeans Permitted
Enjoy Easter fun with our traditional Easter Egg Hunt for the young ones on the Grand Lawn, following our kid-friendly lunch buffet on the Verandah. Enjoy delicious Easter cookies, fun games, and member charge Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar. Easter Bunny’s arrival, and three age groups for our egg hunters begin at 1pm on the Grand Lawn.
Saturday Spring Fling
Lowcountry Boil
Saturday, April 4 | 5:30-9pm
Grand Lawn
Adults $62 | Children $21 inclusive Club Casual, Jeans Permitted
It’s a great night for an authentic Lowcountry Boil & Clam Bake, featuring live music, lawn games, and traditional southern offerings! Sip a welcome glass of wine with hors d'oeuvres at 5:30pm followed by dining. Enjoy a great evening with good friends and family!
Easter Egg Decorating Kids Pizza Class for the kids
$22 Inclusive | Palmetto Room Club Casual, Jeans Permitted
Sunday
Easter Brunch
Sunday, April 5 | 11am-2pm
Verandah
Adults $78 | Children $28 inclusive Semi-Formal Attire Easter Sunday is all about celebrating classic traditions. Enjoy our extravagant brunch buffet with chef-carved Virginia ham, beef tenderloin, made-to-order omelet station, scrumptious sides and salads and Pastry Chef Owen’s dessert array of beautifully decorated Easter cakes and cookies. Easter Brunch seatings offered at 30-minute intervals from 11am to 2pm.
Bottles are pouring, Brunch dates are happening and new Tap Room menu features are meant for tasting and sharing!
Tap Room Features New Pub Menu!
You’re gonna love the Tap Room’s new Pub Menu – a casual blend of new bites and popular favorites. Fried Green Tomatoes, Tenderloin Slider Baguettes and Crab Cakes are the perfect shareables. Along with classic salads and entrees ranging from Fish n’ Chips to signature cheeseburgers, Lowcountry shrimp and grits, pan-seared salmon, prime steaks and more!
Settle into the Tap Room’s comfortably sophisticated setting and explore all our Pub Menu features!
Monthly Sunday Brunch –A True Extravagance!
Berkeley Hall recently rolled out our new Sunday Brunch menu, so leisurely Sundays are yours to be had, with Sunday brunch service and a mimosa or bloody mary!
Now, you can also experience our new mouth-watering monthly Brunch Buffets! Omelets made to order, carving stations, fresh pancakes and pressed waffles, extensive breakfast options, healthy salads and gorgeous fruits and croissants, pastries and more! Join us from 10am-2pm with Verandah seating. Stop in and enjoy!
Adults $36 | Children $15 Plus Tax | Bottomless Mimosa Bar $15 | Club Casual
THURSDAY, APR 9 | 4-6PM
Bottles start pouring at 4pm ~ Come sip and savor an array of great wines at our Stock Your Cellar wine tasting event!
Join us Thursday, April 9th from 4-6pm in the Palmetto Room. Grab a glass and some small bite charcuterie as you sample and chat from knowledgeable wine distributors, here to share their best prices! Cheers to a great wine experience!
Club Casual | Palmetto Room
MEMBER EVENTS
Cards, Mahjongg, Book Club & More
At Berkeley Hall, there's always something to do and new clubs to explore, from Bridge to MahJongg, Hand, Foot & Elbow, Bible Study and more! We offer advanced games for experienced players and beginner games for those ready to try something new. Berkeley Hall Clubs meet in Ladies Locker Room unless indicated at Fazio Room.
BHC Artists
Mondays & Tuesdays, 9am-3pm | Fazio Room
The Artists Club meets Mondays and Tuesdays 9am-3pm in the Fazio Room. All levels: oils, watercolors, sketches, photography, whatever your medium. Everyone's welcome. Contact Sue Viechnicki at svdesign@hotmail.com or text: 570-982-1331.
Beginner Hand, Foot & Elbow
Mondays at 11:45am
Want to learn this great game? Join us on Mondays and we're happy to teach you! No rsvp needed. If you'd like to play, email Carol DePhillips at jcdephi@aol.com.
Advanced Hand, Foot & Elbow
Wednesdays at 6:45pm & Saturday at 11am
Experienced players are welcome to join the fun. For details on both advanced games, contact Marsha Levin: 843.757.2801 or marslev@aol.com.
Casual Monday MahJongg
Mondays at 3pm
All levels are welcome to this casual Monday session! If you'd like to play and be added to our distribution list, please contact Lise Shanahan at 858.353.3273, liseshanahan@yahoo.com.
As a natural extension of BHC's In-the-Zone wellness series philosophy, several new BHC Member Clubs have branched out, and new members are welcome!
Share your interest, develop friendships and try something new. From cooking clubs to photography, tai chi, a guitar group, writers, theatre lovers and more, it’s all right here.
Afternoon MahJongg
Tuesdays at 2pm
Our Tuesday afternoon game is played at 2pm. If you’d like to play, please contact Sharon Pumroy at spumroy@comcast.net or Janet Henke at janethenke2@gmail.com.
Afternoon MahJongg
Fridays at 2pm
Welcome players of ALL levels - those who've never played to experienced players! We have learning tables during Friday play and are happy to teach you. If Friday doesn’t work, we will arrange a learning time. To be added to our distribution list, contact Maureen Austen at stephen.austen@yahoo.com or at 704.651.0485.
Evening MahJongg
Tuesdays at 7pm
Our Tuesday night game is played at 7pm. If you'd like to play and be added to our distribution list, contact Evelyn Lyons at 843.949.9830 or elyons149@gmail.com.
Ladies Bridge
Mondays & Thursdays at 2pm
All members and your guests are welcome! The group plays social bridge, and cards and tallies are provided. Contact Lou Ann Hamilton at lah9708@gmail.com.
CHAIR AEROBICS CLASS
Annette Boatright: choco3652@gmail.com
FUN FOOD CLUB
Vanessa Starr: vhfstarr@gmail.com
GUITAR CLUB
Kean Westcott: keanwestcott@gmail.com
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
Chas Bassos: golfnpsych@gmail.com
TAI CHI CLASS
Kathy Westcott: kpwestcott1@gmail.com
THEATRE CLUB (LADIES NIGHT)
Gina Coia: coia.regina@gmail.com
Ladies Bible Study
Wednesdays at 10am | Fazio Room
Please join us. All members are welcome. For more information contact Angie McGeorge at 865.315.5976 or bhallmcgeorge@gmail.com or Susie Sutton at 406.670.7900 or ssutton57@gmail.com.
Mens Bible Study
Wednesdays at 3:30pm | Fazio Room
Please join us at the Fazio Room. All members are welcome. For more information, email Don McGeorge at dmcgeorge54@gmail.com or Hal Sutton at halsutton1@gmail.com or 406.698.5282.
Beginners Bridge
Fridays at 10am | Ladies Locker Room
Come learn Beginners Bridge with Georgia Ringo on Fridays at 10am beginning on January 16th in the Ladies Locker Room. The 9-week class will teach the Standard American system using easy bridge materials. Cost is $10 per 2-hour lesson each week. RSVP to Lou Ann Hamilton at lah9708@gmail.com and pick a date. Limited to 10 players per session.
TRAVEL CLUB
Kathleen Chrystie: kchrystie@gmail.com
REFLECTIVE COLLECTIVE
Renée Robertson: rmrobertson@me.com
GARDEN CLUB
Patricia Jones: patjonesdesigns@gmail.com
CRAFT CLUB
Jean Gatewood: jeangatewood@att.net
In the Zone is an e-newsletter published by BHC member Chas Bassos, focusing on health and wellness activities within the club along with health issues. To receive, email “count me in” to golfnpsych@gmail.com.
Member Photos
BERKELEY HALL GOLF
AKIERAN STAUNTON | DIRECTOR OF GOLF
s always at this time of the year, we are looking forward to our fabulous Spring weather to warm us up as we come out of a chilly start to the year. The golf courses are beginning to shape up for some wonderful golf over the next few months, and once we add in some great member events, it’s sure to be an outstanding season of
golf here at Berkeley Hall!
We kick things off at the start of March with our Berkeley Cup – this Pro-Member-Guest event is always an exciting way to start the season, and we have another full field this year. Hot on the heels of the Berkeley Cup, we have the Mixed Member-Member, along with two
Spring is here, time to tee it up!
One-Day Member-Guests.
At the end of April, we have the Member-Member which is always one of the best events of the season, and we look forward to another great Mixed Member-Guest in May. Throw in the Masters and the RBC Heritage and it will be an exciting Spring of golf!
2026 UPCOMING EVENTS
Berkeley Cup
St. Patrick's Day Nine & Wine
Mixed Member-Member (Four-ball)
Men’s One-Day Member-Guest
Ladies’ One-Day Member-Guest
March 5-7
March 15
March 20-21
March 25
March 26
Masters Par 3 & Players Draft April 7
Men’s Super Sr Club Championship April 15 Ladies’ Super Sr Club Championship April 16
Spring Member-Member April 23-25
Men’s & Ladies’ Sr Club Championships Apr 29-30
Mixed Member-Guest May 6-8
Men’s & Ladies’ Club Championships May 16-17
SUNDAY, MAR 15 | 3PM
BERKELEY HALL GOLF
Put on the green for our St. Patrick’s Day Nine and Wine tradition on Sunday, March 15 at 3pm. We’ll pair up for a fun 9-hole golf event with beverages and snacks to follow on the Verandah. Member bar also available. Golf sign-up on the app and website.
Club Casual | Verandah
JUNIOR GOLF/CAMPS
We are looking forward to having another great year of Junior golf starting this Spring. With more and more families moving in to the community we are excited to grow our Junior Program, starting with our Saturday morning classes April
to August. And, of course, our ever popular Junior Camps – June 23-26, June 30-July 3 & July 7-10 this year. Sign up for any of the Junior Clinics and Camps via the website or app, or contact the Golf Shop.
HOLE-IN-ONE UPDATE
Many members have been hitting the mark on the Par 3’s since our last issue. Congratulations to all that have had Hole-in-Ones!
BETSY LYNCH - Oct 31 - #5 South
LYDIA VAUGHAN - Nov 8 - #5 South
MICHAEL OLER - Nov 12 - #8 North
MICHAEL BOYNE - Nov 26 - #8 North
LINDA FOX - Dec 13 - #8 North
JIM SPEAR - Jan 2 - #11 South
WES GOLDBERG - Jan 23 - #16 South
MEMBER LESSON RATES:
(Based on 1 hour lessons)
Krista Dunton: $200
Kieran Staunton: $100
Stephanie George: $100
Assistant Pros: $90
To book lessons, contact Golf Shop at 843.815.8444.
WITH KRISTA DUNTON
Mar 11-13 | April 1-3 | Apr 8-10 | May 13-15 | May 27-30
$2,395/pp Non-Member | $2,195/pp Member
Top 100 Instructor Krista Dunton brings a level of excitement to Berkeley Hall Golf Academy that’s unparalleled.
Dunton’s unique, custom approach is matched by the award-winning technology at Berkeley Hall’s 33-acre Learning Center. “We have the technology to properly diagnose what’s going on with the golf ball, the golf club. I individualize what you can do with your body through bio-swing dynamics, because
everyone is built differently. No one is going to swing the golf club the same, nor should they, as we all have different physical structures. In my 25-plus years of teaching, what makes me different is I know what to leave alone and what to pinpoint and fix so you build a golf swing you can own and it can repeat on the course.”
Once on the course, Dunton works on the other elements of human skills: how you think, react to your shot, manage your emotions and develop great technical skills that repeat under pressure, with a good mental set that allows you to perform at your best.
“We are fortunate to have some of the best technology so we can measure and assess. We measure so we don’t guess, and the changes we make as your teachers and coaches are going to help you improve your game.”
We want to offer you something different, and customize it to you, the individual. I believe everyone has their own unique swing DNA. We work with what you have, and enhance that and make it better.
–Krista Dunton
DAY 1 We use technology to get a game plan of where you are and where you’re going to go to.
DAY 2 The process of getting your game on the course. How to think correctly, make it productive, implement swing changes under competition and pressure.
DAY 3 How to keep this going, and practice correctly and efficiently.
“We want to teach you how to manage variability. What I love about our Learning Center and two golf courses, is we’ve got every shot imaginable you can learn to play,” adds Dunton. “We teach you a variety of shots, different trajectories –so when you go on the course, you take those shots you learned in practice and tap into that with confidence.”
View our Berkeley Hall Golf Academy Video to learn more, under the Golf Corner
KRISTA DUNTON
Director of Golf
SPECIALTY CLINICS WITH KRISTA
When it comes to golf instruction, Berkeley Hall’s Krista Dunton is top in her field. As a member, Krista can show you how to get the most out of your game with her hands-on approach.
SHORT GAME CLINICS
Fri, Mar 6 | 10am-12pm
Mon, Apr 13 | 9-11am
Thu, Apr 23 | 9-11am
$90/pp | Min 4 players
Come improve all your shots from 40 yards and in. Lower your scores by improving your chipping, pitching and bunker play. Create a solid routine to help you master the shots on the course. Learn how to use your wedges correctly on the various lies and type of grasses around the green. Guaranteed to lower your scores!
FULL SWING CLINICS
Thu, Mar 5 | 10am-12pm Mon, Apr 20 | 9am-11am
$95/pp
Get a jump start on your swing! Come learn specific tips and drills to help improve your ball striking and add distance to all your shots.
COMPLETE PUTTING CLINICS
Thu, Mar 19 | 1-3pm Tue, Apr 21 | 11am-1pm
$90/pp
Improve your putting and lower your scores! ¼ - ½ of all your shots are used with the putter. Learn how to make more short putts, control your speed, and how to practice effectively so you perform better under pressure on the course!
Fri, Mar 20 | 12-2pm Fri, Apr 24 | 9-11am
$200/person
Come learn the best method for green reading and speed control! As used by many PGA and LPGA tour players and top amateurs! Take the mystery out of green reading. www.aimpointgolf.com
Sign up for any clinic on Coach Now or contact Krista directly or the golf shop. Coach Now Link to sign up for any clinic or private lesson is: https://app.coachnow.io/public/ facility_availability?facilityId=e6b0d2eb1499e0ab53aab5e70c
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best!
8 hours of instruction over 2 days $1,295 - space is limited! Jim has taught countless PGA players and amateurs and is the best at getting results quickly and easily!
To register, contact Krista at kdunton@me.com APRIL 29TH 1-5PM & APRIL 30TH 9AM-1PM
Top Instructors Krista Dunton & Gia Liwski with Women's Golf Clinic at Berkeley Hall
Top Instructors Krista Dunton and Gia Liwski partner for a dynamic spring golf clinic at Berkeley Hall on Monday, April 6th. Customized full swing, short game and on course instruction. For all women golfers, including newer players –learn from these LPGA Top 50 Instructors and advance your golf game with elite instruction followed by Azalea cocktail hour!
COST: $195 PER PERSON | NON-MEMBERS: $225
Join us! Limited spots available – sign up today!
For reservations, contact the Golf Shop at ProfessionalStaff@BerkeleyHallClub.com Cancellation policy applies.
erkeley Hall has long been a supporter of women’s golf and advancing the game of amateur golf. That’s why it’s so important to Director of Golf Instruction Krista Dunton, along with Head Professional Stephanie George, to host the “Women Growing Girls Golf” fundraiser.
FIRST TEETHE LOWCOUNTRY
Join Krista Dunton and Stephanie George of Berkeley Hall plus an all-star list of top LPGA Pros for a great afternoon of Full Swing and Short Game instruction on Monday, May 4 from 4-6pm at Berkeley Hall.
$85 per person
All proceeds benefit LPGA Girls Golf. To register contact Krista at kdunton@me.com or Stephanie at sgeorge@berkeleyhallclub.com.
Krista Dunton
Gia Liwski
I2026 GCSAA CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW IN ORLANDO
n early February, a group of our leadership team attended the 2026 GCSAA Conference & Trade Show in Orlando, the golf course management world’s biggest annual gathering. This year’s event set alltime participation records, with nearly 13,000 attendees and hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest products, research and real-world solutions exactly where turf science meets daily course care.
Throughout the week, we dove into seminars and roundtables on advanced turf management, equipment innovation, water planning, staff development and agronomic best practices. We attended sessions ranging from soil moisture management, disease management, equipment maintenance, to leadership development and workforce retention. The ideas learned translate directly to how we protect turf health, enhance playability, and manage resources more effectively on our course.
One emerging theme was the growing role of precision moisture monitoring. New connected sensor platforms debuted that give superintendents real-time soil moisture data across the property, helping inform irrigation decisions with much greater granularity than traditional methods. Technologies being tested and previewed combine in-field moisture sensors with centralized control systems so that irrigation can be tailored to actual root-zone needs
reducing waste, fine-tuning turf playability, and ultimately providing drier and consistent surfaces throughout the property.
Autonomous mowing equipment took center stage on the trade show floor and during interactive tours, we saw robotic mowers and autonomous sprayers in action, machines capable of handling routine mowing and other repetitive tasks with minimal hands-on oversight. One hands-on facility tour highlighted how autonomous mowers have saved significant crew hours, allowing staff to focus on more technical and strategic work around the course.
Manufacturers are also pushing automation beyond mowing, introducing autonomous spray systems that can apply turf treatments with GPS-guided precision. While we already utilize GPS-guided sprayers, the next wave of technology layers in camera systems capable of identifying individual weeds and early signs of disease. The result is the ability to spot treat rather than blanket apply, which over time means even greater accuracy and a continued reduction in chemical inputs.
But beyond seminars and shiny new toys, one of the most valuable parts of the week was simply being among our peers. The weather this winter has been unusually challenging for many turf teams, with cold snaps, drought, freeze–thaw cycles and
We returned with renewed focus, new tools in our toolkit, and a deeper sense of purpose for what we do every day at Berkeley Hall.
–Adam Miller
winter precipitation. Superintendents from across the country shared their experiences, frustrations and strategies, and there was a palpable sense of community throughout the hallways and meals. That informal networking, comparing challenges and solutions, felt at times like its own mental-health session for a profession that can be as tough as the turf we manage.
Attending the GCSAA Conference reminds you that we are part of a larger community of professionals who are passionate about this craft and committed to moving it forward together. We returned with renewed focus, new tools in our toolkit, and a deeper sense of purpose for what we do every day at Berkeley Hall.
We look forward to implementing these and putting them to work for our membership, keeping our course healthy, efficient, sustainable and enjoyable season after season.
ready for Spring with our
With offerings for all class levels, starting at beginner and intermediate, all the way up to advanced levels – improving your level of fitness is the key to enhanced wellness.
Up Your Golf Game - Join Mia McCall, Fitness Center Manager and personal trainer, for a yoga flow session focused on balance and stretching to aid in improving your golf game!
SPA & FITNESS CENTER 2026 SPRING CLASS SCHEDULE
SPEAKER SERIES MARCH/APRIL
Dr. Laura Knobel
The Benefits of Exomind
Tuesday, March 24 | 4pm | Berkeley Room
Overall well-being is about more than physical health — it includes how your mind feels and functions every day. Join Dr. Laura Knobel for an informative presentation on the benefits of Exomind an FDA cleared, non-invasive treatment device for mental health and wellness. Exomind is a cutting-edge, drugfree, non-invasive treatment that uses gentle magnetic pulses to stimulate key areas of the brain
responsible for mood, motivation, and decision-making. This form of brain stimulation supports your brain’s ability to adapt and heal, a process known as neuroplasticity, or the brain’s capacity to form new neural pathways and strengthen existing ones.
Benefits of Exomind
• Improves mood and emotional resilience
• Enhances clarity, focus, and cognitive performance
• Reduces stress, anxiety, and negative thought patterns
• Drug-free with no systemic side effects
• No downtime or recovery time required
• Supports long-term mental well-being and quality of life
Dr. Knobel is a board-certified family physician with decades of experience in whole-person care, and a fellow BHC member.
Complimentary | Club Casual Berkeley Room
Perry Bonomo, PT | Osteostrong
Stronger Bones, Stronger Life
Tuesday, April 14 | 4pm | Berkeley Room
Why Bone Health Matters: Peak bone mass is built early in life, and bone loss accelerates with age, stress, inactivity, and nutritional gaps. This can lead to chronic pain, reduced mobility, and increased risk of fractures, impacting quality of life, productivity, and healthcare costs. In this session, designed to be educational and actionable,
Perry Bonomo of Osteostrong Bluffton will cover:
• How bones actually work and why they weaken over time
• Key nutrients that support bone density (and how to get them through food)
• Lifestyle habits that protect bone strength at every age
• Simple, safe exercises that build bone mass and improve balance
• How stress, sleep, and hormones influence bone health
• Practical daily strategies to reduce fracture risk and support lifelong mobility
Complimentary | Club Casual Palmetto Room
Racquet Sports at Berkeley Hall
TENNIS | PICKLEBALL
PICKLEBALL W/ROYCE:
Complimentary 1 Hour Clinics: Wednesdays, men & women
8:30am: 3.0+ / 3.5 / 4.0 levels
9:30am: 3.0 level
10:30am: 2.5 level and lower
TENNIS W/ROYCE:
Complimentary 1 Hour Clinics: 9am: Mon & Fri, men & women 12-1pm: Wed clinic for beginners & 2.5 level players
It’s easy to get on the court with Berkeley Hall’s active racquet sports program led by Tennis/PB Pro Royce Silvan and Pickleball Pro Mike Dolan. Work on your game with fun, challenging drills, match play and complimentary clinics.
Royce offers complimentary tennis/pickleball clinics, as well as private and group lessons on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and Mike offers private lessons Monday-Saturday. To schedule, email: michaeldolan7329@gmail.com and roycetennis@hotmail.com
GET SOCIAL:
WEEKLY MEN’S TENNIS
Hit the courts early on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 8am for some casual social play with fellow members. To sign up, contact Steve Morte at stephen.morte@ verizon.net.
TENNIS
Private Lessons: The best way to improve your skills for 30 minutes or 1 hour. Contact Royce: roycetennis@hotmail.com
Want to receive Racquet Sports Activities updates? Email michaeldolan7329@gmail.com.
MORNING SOCIAL PICKLEBALL
Enjoy morning social pickleball play with fellow members on Mondays and Fridays from 8:30-10:30am. Open to all guys and gals, for fun, social play (until construction begins). To sign up or for more information, contact Neil Saldin via the TeamReach app, with group code BHPB-2022
MIKE DOLAN Pickleball Pro
ROYCE SILVAN Tennis/Pickleball Pro
atherings at our River Park Pavilion make the most of our serene Lowcountry setting. With gorgeous views, our open-air covered pavilion is the ideal site for friendly gatherings, with double-sided
fireplace and casual seating, restrooms, and grill and prep area.
A wonderful spot to cool off following some morning kayaking, fishing from the dock, or afternoon paddleboarding. It’s also the perfect place to gather as
you get ready for a BHC Pontoon Boat outing.
Family-friendly and geared towards afternoon fun and relaxed evening get-togethers, we invite everyone to enjoy our River Park Pavilion!
CLUBHOUSE
Mike Blazer
843.815.8488
Chief Operating Officer, General Manager mblazer@berkeleyhallclub.com
J. Scott Harmon
843.815.8950
Assistant General Manager of sharmon@berkeleyhallclub.com
Fitness Center Manager mmccall@berkeleyhallclub.com
366 Good Hope Road • Bluffton, South Carolina 29909 BerkeleyHallClub.com
Clubhouse Dining
Join us for Club dining! Reminder: Club dining is not offered on Mondays. Light lunch fare will be served in both the Men’s and Ladies’ Locker Rooms. Please call Concierge Services at 843.815.8952 to make your reservations for Clubhouse Dining and all Special Events.
Verandah
Lunch
Tuesday-Saturday 11am-3pm Brunch Sunday 10am-3pm
Happy Hour Tuesday-Sunday 3-5pm
Dinner Tuesday-Thursday, Sun 5-8pm Friday-Saturday 5-8:30pm
Men’s Locker Room
Bar Service 11am-5pm Daily Lunch Fare 11am-3pm Daily
Ladies’ Locker Room
Bar Service 11am-5pm Daily Lunch Fare 11am-3pm Daily
