Our Coaching Philosophy
You may have heard someone say golf is such a mental game. Well, we believe it’s not. To make our point, when is the last time you moved a golf ball down the fairway with your mind?
It can sometimes feel like a mental game because that is the way most of the golf world presents it: with thoughts that produce movements or actions. Think about every golf swing video, lesson or tip you’ve received from a helping friend, seen on tv, YouTube or a golf magazine…an idea or thought that is supposed to produce an action.
The only problem is that we all know this doesn’t work- or, if it does work, it doesn’t last- and we all know what it feels like to be thinking about too much when we stand over a golf shot.
And so, our coaching philosophy is more about supporting you in a transformative way of thinking where you come to grips with the understanding that your body knows how to swing a golf club already and we are going to support you in the process of getting back to that movement with fewer swings thoughts and more enjoyment.
Come see how we do this with our team of Professionals led by our Director of Golf, Brant Wilson and learn how to completely transform your entire game.
Meet our Instructional Team
Brant Wilson, PGA
Director of Golf
Brant grew up in La Selva Beach and is a graduate of Aptos High school. He started working in Golf in 1992 at Seascape Golf Club. Brant played four years of College Football two years at Cabrillo and two years at Bethel Collage in Newton Kansas. When Brant came back from Bethel, he worked Full Time at Seascape Golf Club until 2002 when he took a job with the Pebble Beach Company working at Spyglass and the Pebble Beach Golf Academy. After three years of working at Spyglass, Brant was promoted into Management as the Assistant Manager of the Del Monte Golf Course for three more years.
During Brant’s years at the Pebble Beach Company, he had the opportunity to teach Golf with instructors like Jim Flick and Laird Small. In 2008 Brant took a job at Carmel Valley Ranch and by 2009 Brant was the Head Golf Professional there. In 2015 Brant was promoted to Director of Golf and held that position until he received the opportunity to return home to Seascape as the Director of Golf in 2021.
In Brant’s free time he enjoys Golfing, Surfing, and spending time with his wife and two children.
Jason Alves, PGA
Head Golf Professional
Jason grew up in Santa Cruz, California. He started playing golf from an early age, and by 13 he began playing competitively. Jason graduated from Aptos High in 2005, where he continued to develop his skills in golf. His college career took him to Cabrillo College, where he played for two years (2007-2008) and won multiple events throughout California, growing his love and understanding of the game.
Jason followed his passion for the game and took a job at Lahontan Golf Club in Truckee, CA. There, he ignited his passion for teaching and began to pursue an accreditation as a PGA certified teaching professional. In 2022, Jason returned to Santa Cruz and began working at Seascape Golf Club. He brings his extensive playing experience and teaching expertise to help golfers of all skill levels improve their game. Jason is proficient in utilizing modern teaching tools like video analysis and launch monitors to provide detailed feedback to students. With a deep understanding of the sport and a genuine desire to help others succeed, he is committed to helping his students reach their full potential on the course.
When he is not golfing, Jason enjoys reading, long distance running, and learning musical instruments.
Jacob Holmes, PGA Associate
Assistant Golf Professional
Jacob Hgrew up in Aptos. A 2019 graduate of Aptos High School, Jacob continued his playing career at Monterey Peninsula College, where he was a member of the Northern California State Championship team and earned First Team All-Conference honors. His competitive success laid the foundation for his transition into the professional side of the game.
Before stepping into his role at Seascape, Jacob spent four years caddying at Cypress Point Club, gaining valuable experience in high-level competitive and member environments, including work at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
Now serving at Seascape Golf Club, Jacob focuses on instruction and club repair work, combining his competitive background with practical knowledge to help golfers improve their performance. In 2025, he captured the Seascape Golf Club Championship, further demonstrating his continued commitment to excellence as both a player and golf professional.
Outside of the club, Jacob enjoys golfing, surfing, and snowboarding.
Lessons and Programs
Beginner Programs
Welcome to Golf Classes – $275
This program is for players with little or no experience. Learn everything you need to comfortably get out on the course, full swing, short game and etiquette. The next 6-week session, led by Brant Wilson, starts
June 30th from 3:00-4:00pm. *There will be no class on July 28th. Please contact Brant if you have any questions.
Beginning Golf Class (Next step after Welcome to Golf)
CLASS IS FULL
This 6-Week program led by Director of Golf, Brant Wilson, is designed for golfers who have either completed Welcome to Golf or have some basic playing experience. Learn about the full swing, short game and course etiquette. The first four classes meet Tuesdays from 4:00pm – 5:00 pm starting June 30th. *There will be no class on July 28th. The final two classes will be 2-hour on course lessons; playing 9 holes from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. Green fees and cart fees are included in the class price. Please contact Brant if you have any questions.
Junior Programs
Junior Golf Clinics
This program consists of 5 weeks of small group golf coaching and is open to kids ages 7-12 of all skill levels. The program is being coached by Seascape’s team of golf professionals, led by Jason Alves. The class meets from 3:45pm – 5:00pm, starting Wednesday, June 10th. Email Jason for more information.