Utrecht
Chi Chi Golf
Tue · Thu · Sat
Review by Marina Romanik

Hello, I’m Marina Romanik, a PGA golf instructor near Utrecht. The thing I love most about my job is that first moment when golf “clicks” for someone — the smile after a shot that flies clean and straight. I teach in Dutch, English, Ukrainian and Russian, and I welcome every age and every level. Whether you have never held a club or you already play, there is always a next step to enjoy.
Golfclub De Hoge Kleij sits in Leusden, in the heart of the province of Utrecht. It is laid out on the beautiful Den Treek estate — a green, peaceful landgoed where the golf feels part of the landscape, not on top of it. That setting gives the course a calm, away-from-the-world feeling that is hard to beat on a quiet morning.
The course offers a full 18 holes, so you get a complete, satisfying round every time you visit. A layout on a classic Dutch estate like this rewards players who think their way around: pick a smart line, trust your club, and enjoy the walk between shots. Even when the golf asks a good question of you, the surroundings make every hole a pleasure to play.
Best for golfers who love nature and space. If you are improving your game, an estate course like De Hoge Kleij is a wonderful place to practise course management — choosing the right shot, staying patient, and enjoying steady progress hole by hole. It is exactly the kind of round that becomes much more fun once a few good habits are in place.
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hogekleij.nlTwo home clubs in the Utrecht region — choose what fits your week.
Utrecht
Tue · Thu · Sat
Driebergen
Fri · Sun
I teach at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen.
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★★★★★
Marina Romanik
PGA Golf Trainer
“A full 18 holes on the beautiful Den Treek estate in Leusden — a calm, scenic round that rewards every golfer who loves nature and thoughtful course management.”
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A course set in such lovely surroundings deserves to be enjoyed fully — and you enjoy it most when your swing feels reliable. That is where I can help. A few friendly lessons can turn nervous tee shots into shots you look forward to, smooth out your chipping and putting, and help you read a hole before you play it. The result is simple: more good shots, fewer lost balls, and far more fun on a day out at Leusden.
I keep my lessons clear, calm and encouraging. No confusing jargon, no pressure — just simple steps that fit you, explained in the language you are most comfortable with. Beginners feel safe to start, and experienced players find the small fixes that make a big difference.
If you would like to play courses like Golfclub De Hoge Kleij with a smile, come and learn with me. Book a lesson online, send me a WhatsApp, or give me a call — let’s get you ready to enjoy your next round. I would love to help you play your best golf.
Yes, a valid handicap is required. De Hoge Kleij is an introduction club, which means you also need to be accompanied by or introduced through a member. Check the club's website at hogekleij.nl to arrange a visit.
The club is in Leusden, about 17 minutes by car from Utrecht city centre. It sits on the historic Den Treek estate — a lovely drive that sets the mood nicely before your round.
Green fees are in the premium range. Exact prices can change seasonally, so check the club's official website at hogekleij.nl or call ahead for the current rate.
The 18-hole parkland layout is rated challenging (slope 128, par 72), so it rewards players who already have a solid foundation. A few lessons with a PGA instructor can make a real difference — Marina Romanik teaches near Utrecht and can get you ready to enjoy every hole with confidence.
De Hoge Kleij has a driving range, putting green, a golf academy, and a restaurant — everything for a full and enjoyable day out on the Den Treek estate.
Marina teaches at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen, both easy to reach from Leusden. A lesson or two there will have you playing a course like De Hoge Kleij with far more fun and far fewer lost balls — book online, WhatsApp, or give her a call.