Our PGA Professional Instructors
Pro Bios
Our PGA Professionals
Brian Schaal
President, General Manager & Executive Professional
Brian joined Copper Point Golf Club in 2004. Prior to starting at Copper Point Golf Club, Brian previously worked at the Kokanee Springs Golf Resort, Morningstar International, Nanaimo Golf Club, Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club, and Eagle Ranch Resort. He is the President of the BC Chapter of the NGCOA, Director with the National Golf Owners Association, and President of the Columbia Valley Golf Trail. In 2020, Brian was awarded the PGA of BC Dunc Sutherland Distinguished Service Award, and he is the only 2 time recipient of the NGCOA Fore Season Golf Professional Award, 2013 and 2020. In 2019, was named the PGA of Canada Dick Munn Executive Professional of the Year. In 2016 he received the PGA of BC’s Distinguished Service Award as well as being named the Kootenays Professional of the Year and in 2013 he was awarded the PGA of BC Professional Development award. Mr. Schaal is also a certified Ping and Titleist Club Fitter.
Scott McClain
Head Professional
As a key member of the Copper Point Golf Club team, Scott leads a skilled Copper Point Golf Club team and brings a strong level of golf operations management experience. Scott joined the team in 2010 after PGA/Industry roles at Greywolf Golf, Callaway Golf, Score Golf and Jasper Park Lodge. Focused on delivering a world class experience, Scott embodies this culture by providing clarity, understanding and a positive attitude every day. Mr. McClain is a 25-year member of the PGA of Canada and is also TPI certified to help students get the most out of their swing, based on what they can physically do. Some of Scott’s Professional achievements include: PGA of BC Top 100 Golf Professional 2015 to 2021, Kootenay/North zone award winner for the following – PGA of BC Professional of the Year in 2020/2015/2014, PGA of BC Coach of the Year 2012/2011, PGA of BC Junior Leader 2011, PGA of BC Teacher of the Year 2010. Using Flightscope Golf technology, Scott is a Titleist, Scotty Cameron and Ping Club Fitter. Scott has volunteered with Columbia Valley Search and Rescue since 2006 and serves on their Mountain, Rope, Avalanche and Swiftwater rescue teams. While most golf pros fly south in the winter, Scott stays home and flies up in the mountains to offer Professional Mountain Guiding services in Heliskiing and Ski touring.
Dale Moore
Director of Instruction
Dale joined Copper Point Golf Club in 2019 as a Class ‘A’ Teaching Professional. He has been a PGA of Canada member since 1991. Some of his accolades include; 5 time PGA Teacher of Year Kootenay zone, 2012 Golf Shop of the Year Kootenay zone, 2013 junior leader of the year Kootenay zone, 2017 Golf Pro of the Year Kootenay zone, 2020 Class A Professional of the Year Kootenay zone, 2021 Class A Professional of the Year Kootenay zone, Certified club fitter with TaylorMade, Adams, Callaway, Ping, and Nike -NCCP certified competition coach – Level 2 SNAG certification.
Matt Gillett
Assistant Professional
Matt joined the Copper Point Golf Club as an Assistant Professional in 2024. Born and raised in Innisfil, Ontario, Matt moved to the Kootenays in 2011 and began his career in golf with Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Matt joined the PGA of Canada in 2019 and was named a PGA of BC Top 100 Golf Professional in 2021 and 2022. Matt was awarded the PGA of BC Apprentice Professional of the Year award in 2021 and Kootenay/North zone winner in 2023. Matt is Trackman University certified and brings an extensive background in golf and hospitality.
