GOLF TIPS
They bought the place from afar because they liked pretty
much everything about it: the amenities, the golf course, the Wellness Club, Fairwinds Landing, and the unbelievable surroundings. “Coming from Ontario, it was a huge draw to be in this beautiful part of the country,” reflects Chris. The icing on the cake? “Having a marina right in front of us. It’s just a dream come true.” It didn’t take Chris and Julie long to realize another plus about life at Fairwinds: their neighbours, many of whom also migrated here from somewhere else in Canada. “They’re so friendly, so willing to help,” says Chris. “The people in the building with us are absolutely amazing.” While the Chapmans miss their young-adult kids, who still live in Ontario, they describe themselves as “super-stoked” about this new adventure that they’re on. When they’re not working, they’re making new friends and getting to know the neighbourhood and the great outdoors all around them. “There’s so much we want to do. We’re going to explore, experience everything, and enjoy every moment.”
Welcome to the Westerly, Chris and Julie!
BUNKER Shots Hélène Delisle Head of Instruction, Fairwinds Golf Club WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE MUCH GREEN TO WORK WITH AND A SHORTER DISTANCE TO THE HOLE,
choose a lob wedge (58o or 60o) for a higher ball flight to make the ball stop quicker and choose a sand wedge (54o-56o) when you have more green to work with and longer distance to get to the hole.
• Open the club face and your stance. Use a wide stance.
• Keep your hands close to your legs
Use a light
grip pressure (3 on a scale of 10).
• Line up the ball forward in your stance (inside left heel for a right handed golfer).
• Dig your feet in the sand.
• Make a full swing
but lower your smash factor • Swing upright vertical) with lots of wrist hinge
• Let the club head
thump the ground at impact
Golfing is enjoyed as a year-round activity at Fairwinds
25 PASSIONS | FALL 2021
