KENAKO RHINOS
GOLF TEAM
KENAKO KINGS TEAM
‘ke nako’ is a Sotho saying that means ‘the time has come’ or ‘it is time’
KeNako is situated in the heart of the Garden Route, bordering the Kingswood & Fancourt Golf Estates. The region boasts some of the top courses in the country.
KeNako offers golfers of all ages and abilities an opportunity to grow their game through a number of opportunities which exist at KeNako.
THE KENAKO ACADEMY GOLF PROGRAMME
The Academy offers a variety of options for the golfer, depending on your requirements. During the year KeNako hosts the KeNako Schools Festival and a number of Holiday Camps.
The golf programme is headed by respected player and coach, Roger Wessels, an ex-tour professional and South African World Cup international . Both Roger and Carlo Kok, our other programme professional, work hand-in-hand managing the physical and mental skills programmes. The physical programme is conducted in KeNako’s gym whilst the mental skills programme happens in the KeNako Academy auditorium.
SCHOOL LEAVERS/GAP YEAR PROGRAMME
On finishing school, most young adults have little idea as to what they wish to do in their future lives. KeNako Academy offers an opportunity for a School Leaver to enrol for a yearlong programme that will allow them time to find their feet but simultaneously improve skills in many different ways. The students live in the fantastic academy facility where they will make lifelong friends with people from different countries of the world whilst participating in a golf or tennis programme that includes both physical and mental skills training. The physical and mental training programmes are designed to enhance skills on a broad basis and to develop excellent future life habits. Students wishing to study whilst at KeNako Academy are able to participate in selected academic options. Serious sports men and women as well as social players are welcome to attend the School Leaver Programme. The programme is adjusted to suit individual requirements.
GAP YEAR
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A GAP YEAR WITH FOCUS
The GAP Year Programme at KeNako Academy offers a school leaver an opportunity to experience an enjoyable year whilst they find themselves and make some life decisions; all within a fun but disciplined environment. During their year at KeNako Academy the GAP Year student’s golf will show some serious improvement, as will their physical condition including their knowledge about their body. If interested, the GAP Year students also have an opportunity to study selected courses whilst at the academy. Another plus factor is that they are mixing with young champions, which in itself breeds positive traits. Experience shows that they forge new life-long and quality friendships. An amazing spirit prevails within KeNako Academy!
Be it recreational or professional, the game of golf lends itself to enhancing life skills – including aspects such as discipline, social skills, planning, management, personal responsibility and many other fundamental faculties essential to future life. |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
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FULL TIME STUDENTThe School Leaver programme is morning focussed, with the afternoons dedicated to playing time on one of the fabulous golf courses played by the KeNako Academy students. School Leavers train every morning and have free access to the Driving Range and the putting green where they are able to practice at any time. SHORT-TERM PROGRAMME.Young adults can join KeNako Academy for an intensive short term programme for a set period. This can be as short as 3 or 4 weeks or as long as 6 months in duration.
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PROFESSIONAL GOLFERS
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GOLF AS A CAREERThe golf programme offers young golfers a positive environment where they can fully explore their talents surrounded by and competing with other like-minded young individuals. The KeNako Programme contributes to preparing young golfers for life as a touring professional golfer. The programme requires discipline, dedication, practice, self-assessment, and introspection, all with the support of the KeNako Professionals. Whilst the technical side of golf is critically important – players require a swing that is proficient and that will stand up under pressure – the physical and mental aspects of a successful career in golf are equally important. The intention of this element of the School Leaver programme is that once the student completes their training time at KeNako Academy, which could be just one year or an extended time (perhaps 3 years), they will be ready to enter and qualify for Tour School.
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GAP YEAR
A GAP YEAR WITH FOCUS
The GAP Year Programme at KeNako Academy offers a school leaver an opportunity to experience an enjoyable year whilst they find themselves and make some life decisions; all within a fun but disciplined environment. During their year at KeNako Academy the GAP Year student’s golf will show some serious improvement, as will their physical condition including their knowledge about their body. If interested, the GAP Year students also have an opportunity to study selected courses whilst at the academy. Another plus factor is that they are mixing with young champions, which in itself breeds positive traits. Experience shows that they forge new life-long and quality friendships. An amazing spirit prevails within KeNako Academy!
Be it recreational or professional, the game of golf lends itself to enhancing life skills – including aspects such as discipline, social skills, planning, management, personal responsibility and many other fundamental faculties essential to future life. |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
FULL TIME STUDENT
The School Leaver programme is morning focussed, with the afternoons dedicated to playing time on one of the fabulous golf courses played by the KeNako Academy students. School Leavers train every morning and have free access to the Driving Range and the putting green where they are able to practice at any time.
SHORT-TERM PROGRAMME.
Young adults can join KeNako Academy for an intensive short term programme for a set period. This can be as short as 3 or 4 weeks or as long as 6 months in duration.
PROFESSIONAL GOLFERS
GOLF AS A CAREER
The golf programme offers young golfers a positive environment where they can fully explore their talents surrounded by and competing with other like-minded young individuals.
The KeNako Programme contributes to preparing young golfers for life as touring professional golfer. The programme requires discipline, dedication, practice, self-assessment, and introspection, all with the support of the KeNako Professionals.
Whilst the technical side of golf is critically important – players require a swing that is proficient and that will stand up under pressure – the physical and mental aspects of a successful career in golf are equally important.
The intention of this element of the School Leaver programme is that once the student completes their training time at KeNako Academy, which could be just one year or an extended time (perhaps 3 years), they will be ready to enter and qualify for Tour School.
MORE KENAKO TRAINING OPTIONS
INDIVIDUALS
We provide total golf solutions with experts in each of the technical, physical, mental and nutritional disciplines. Besides the specialized professional support, KeNako offers first-rate practice and playing facilities and an on-site gymnasium with high-quality apparatus.
Most recreational golfers love the game of golf and have a desire to improve their games, but they are often ill-equipped to achieve their goals. They may have physical conditions that inhibit their ability to play more effectively; alternatively they may have physical limitations that they are unaware of and that need to be taken into account when working on their golf swing.
Recreational golfers can either work together with the KeNako professionals on a part-time basis or alternatively book an intensive 3-5 day golf programme that embraces all of the technical, physical and mental aspects relating to the game; one that will make a difference to their ability to play the game of golf.
For individual golf tuition bookings and costs contact us on 044 874 0370
TEAMS
Sporting teams are able to use KeNako either as a training base or for team building. Teams are welcome to bring their own professional staff to work with them; alternatively they can make use of the KeNako professionals. The equipment in the gymnasium has been specifically designed to allow for teams to train. There are 3 Treatment Rooms and additional space can be allocated for treatment if requested. KeNako also has a Training Swimming Pool, an Ice Bath and a Jacuzzi.
For after training time KeNako offers very comfortable lounge and relaxation areas, whilst the 56 seater Auditorium can either be used for recreational DVD or TV viewing or it can be used for team lectures.
Over the years KeNako has hosted a number of professional and National teams, including the ABSA Celebrity Cycling Team, the Kenya Sevens Rugby Team, the Swiss National Golf Team, the UWC Rugby Team, the Western Province Girls Rugby Team, and the Western Province Rugby B Team.
MORE SPORTING DISCIPLINES AT KENAKO
On finishing school, most young adults have little idea as to what they wish to do in their future lives. KeNako Academy offers an opportunity for a School Leaver to enrol for a yearlong programme that will allow them time to find their feet but simultaneously improve skills in many different ways. The students live in the fantastic academy facility where they will make lifelong friends with people from different countries of the world whilst participating in a golf or tennis programme that includes both physical and mental skills training. The physical and mental training programmes are designed to enhance skills on a broad basis and to develop excellent future life habits. Students wishing to study whilst at KeNako Academy are able to participate in selected academic options. Serious sports men and women as well as social players are welcome to attend the School Leaver Programme. The programme is adjusted to suit individual requirements.
TENNIS
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TENNIS @ KENAKOKeNako Academy offers aspiring tennis players the opportunity to further their games. Tennis students are able to make use of all the KeNako facilities at the Academy, and participate in the Physical & Mental Skills training programmes.
KeNako has linked with one of the top tennis coaching facilities in the Garden Route Area. GREAT Tennis is run by Lizelle Fourie who has a number of coaches working for her. They have been coaching for 12 years in the region. You can view their website at www.greattennis.co.za.
KeNako will organise and arrange all aspects of the weekly programme whilst the student is at the Academy. The student will also be able to partake in local and National tournaments. |
FITNESS
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FITNESS @ KENAKOOur physical fitness trainer is fully qualified and oversees all activity and training in the KeNako gym. Various personal training options are available to the public who may be interested in training at the facility. |
OTHER SPORTS
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OTHER SPORTING DISCIPLINESKeNako Academy has hosted and trained students specialising in other sporting disciplines. Such students live and train at KeNako and enjoy participating in the physical and mental programmes with their golfing peers at the academy. The students are trained by their sport specific coaches. Transport is provided to their specialised lessons/sessions as arranged with the outside coaches/organisations.
KeNako Academy hosts a number of surfing camps during the school holidays in conjunction with Llewellyn Whitaker of Waves S’Cool. For more information on the camps contact info@kenakoacademy.com or call 044 874 0370. |
TENNIS
TENNIS @ KENAKOKeNako Academy offers aspiring tennis players the opportunity to further their games. Tennis students are able to make use of all the KeNako facilities at the Academy, and participate in the Physical & Mental Skills training programmes.
KeNako has linked with one of the top tennis coaching facilities in the Garden Route Area. GREAT Tennis is run by Lizelle Fourie who has a number of coaches working for her. They have been coaching for 12 years in the region. You can view their website at www.greattennis.co.za.
KeNako will organise and arrange all aspects of the weekly programme whilst the student is at the Academy. The student will also be able to partake in local and National tournaments. |
FITNESS
FITNESS @ KENAKO
Our physical fitness trainer is fully qualified and oversees all activity and training in the KeNako gym. Various personal training options are available to the public who may be interested in training at the facility.
OTHER SPORTS
OTHER SPORTING DISCIPLINES
KeNako Academy has hosted and trained students specialising in other sporting disciplines. Such students live and train at KeNako and enjoy participating in the physical and mental programmes with their golfing peers at the academy. The students are trained by their sport specific coaches. Transport is provided to their specialised lessons/sessions as arranged with the outside coaches/organisations.
KeNako Academy hosts a number of surfing camps during the school holidays in conjunction with Llewellyn Whitaker of Waves S’Cool. For more information on the camps contact info@kenakoacademy.com or call 044 874 0370.
A HISTORY OF SUCCESS
STUDENT ATHLETE PROFILES
The following players are interested in attending US Colleges to further their academic and golfing ambitions
Mario joined the KeNako School Leaver Programme at the beginning of 2019. He would love the opportunity to play Legend Golf & Safari Resort in Limpopo and his favourite South African course to play is the Gary Player Country Club in Sun City
AJ joined KeNako in 2019 to perfect his game and work with one of the best golf coaches in South Africa, Roger Wessels. He is currently studying to complete his AS Level Business and Travel & Tourism subjects.
Aayush is a Tanzanian National who joined KeNako Academy in 2017 to pursue of his dream of becoming a golf professional. Aayush broke 80 for the first time earlier this year and he enjoys the fact that he is making steady progress.
Maeva is a Swiss National who joined KeNako Academy in 2018 to cultivate her great passion for the game of golf. The course on top of her bucket list is Kilimanjaro Golf Club in Tanzania.
Agib is an Australian National who was born in Mali and spent the first 5 years of his life growing up in the beautiful West African country. He qualified for the Junior World Championship at Huddle Park in Johannesburg and he finished 2nd in the tournament.
TESTIMONIALS
KENAKO GOLF & SPORTS ACADEMY HOLIDAY GOLF CAMP
From 6 – 11 December KeNako Golf & Sports Academy will once again be hosting the annual Summer Holiday Golf Camp – a fun event not to be missed by enthusiastic young golfers.
All teen golfers are invited to join in on the excitement. Limited spots are available so sign up early to avoid disappointment. Contact marketing.events@kenakoacademy.com to request an application form.