The Fortress Junior Golf Camp
Overview
Learn directly from The Fortress’s Golf Pro Nick Sears and Andrew Hoesman in a safe, fun and competitive learning environment with The Fortress’s annual Junior Golf Camp on June 29-July 1, 2026 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am for ages 6-9 and from 12:00 noon to 1:30 pm for ages 10-14. This program is designed for all abilities. The golfing program will introduce fundamentals of golf to beginners and give more advanced players the proper techniques to improve their game.
Each day, players will learn the rules, etiquette and technique of golf. Golf Professional Nick Sears will lead the camp with an emphasis on tee shots, approach shots and short game.
About the Instructors
Nick Sears, formally of Flint Golf Club, comes aboard with plenty of playing and teaching experience. As a graduate of Flint Powers, Nick traveled to play on scholarship at Madonna University and was named Captain for both his junior and senior years, leading the team to play in two national championships. Following his senior year, he took on a coaching role for the Madonna Girls Golf Team, helping them earn top 25 rankings in the NAIA all four years. This is Nick’s fifth year at The Fortress. Nick brings plenty of experience both on the teaching and playing side, as well as the day-to-day operations of the course.
Andrew Hoesman is a product of Frankenmuth, Michigan, and a graduate of Frankenmuth High School. He then attended Delta College, where he played golf, earning Freshman of the Year honors and competing in the national championship. Following his time at Delta College, he attended Michigan State University, where he was a member of the club golf team.
After graduating from Frankenmuth High School, Andrew took on a role as a varsity golf coach for the Frankenmuth High School golf team, where he coached for three years. He is now on his second stint with The Fortress, having previously worked as a member of the Pro Shop staff for three years before completing an internship at Forest Akers Golf Courses at Michigan State University.
Andrew brings back extensive experience in playing, coaching, and golf operations.
The cost to participate is $75 per player for all three days. To register, please call the Golf Shop at (989) 652-0460. Must register by June 24, 2026.
