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561-602-2476
E-mail: laws2326@cs.com
Teaching Philosophy: Creative instructor builds swing around the individual's body type and strength limitations. Sought out by numerous tour pros including Michelle McGann.
Pros Taught: Michelle McGann
Articles: * The right swing for you complements yourbody's shape, strength, and tendencies. Here how to find it -- and groove it
901-359-4669
E-mail: robakins@midsouth.rr.com
Teaching Philosophy: Teaches David Toms and David Gossett. Wants students to better understand their strengths and weaknesses by keeping statistics on their games. Most of his lessons are low handicappers. Works with a lot of juniors.
Pros Taught: David Toms U.S. Amateur champion David Gossett
Articles: * Instruction for stress reduction
910-235-8121
E-mail: eric.alpenfels@pinehurst.com
Web site: www.pinehurst.com Teaching Philosophy: GOLF MAGAZINE Contributing Teacher who was PGA Carolina Section Teacher of the Year in 1995. Advocates the use of swing drills to speed learning and tries to develop a focused practice routine that students can use between lessons. Also heads up the Pinehurst Golf Advantage -- a leader in scientific research on how to best teach and learn golf.
Articles: * Real-golfer research on boosting your distance * Our monthly series puts instruction to the test * Real-golfer research on making the putts you gotta have * Keys from the trees
912-638-5119
E-mail: toddanderson@seaisland.com
Web site: www.seaisland.com
Teaching Philosophy: A GOLF MAGAZINE Contributing Teacher and 1999 PGA South Florida Section Teacher of the Year. Works with many PGA Tour players including Dicky Pride, John Rollins, J.J. Henry and Brett Quigley. Began his career assisting World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame instructors Jim Flick, Davis Love, Jr. and Bob Toski with their golf schools.
Pros Taught: Dicky Pride J.J. Henry Brett Quigley
Articles: * Sergio Garcia
786-276-7042
E-mail: robert@logicalgolf.com
Web site: www.logicalgolf.com
Teaching Philosophy: Rising star from South Africa who has coached some of the world's finest, including Seve Ballesteros and Greg Norman. Worked with David Leadbetter before going out on his own. Improves swings with motion drills rather than focusing on static positions.
Pros Taught: More than a dozen PGA Tour players including Ernie Els.
Articles: * Hit more greens * Bobby Jones * Set-ups, Lies, and Videotape * Sergio's Four Keys
800-999-6664
E-mail: jbgolfent@aol.com
Web site: www.golfspan.com
Teaching Philosophy: His "Connection" theory has made Ballard a guru to more than 200 touring pros, including Curtis Strange, Hal Sutton and Jim Colbert. Favorite saying: "The dog swings the tail and the body swings the arms." Authored How to Perfect Your Golf Swing.
Pros Taught: Curtis Strange Hal Sutton Jim Colbert
Articles: * The correct triangle at the top is the symbol of a perfect backswing * Keep your hands traveling in the correct circles to straighten your slice * For power, fire your right side from the ground up
843-363-4565
E-mail: golfhhi@aol.com
Web site: seapines.com
Teaching Philosophy: A teaching professional since 1974, he uses an extensive interview process to determine where to focus his instruction with each student. Barry believes in the power of training aids to speed the learning process and uses many different props to help students understand more clearly his prescription for improvement.
800-747-7272
E-mail: holly.bell@rossresorts.com
Web site: www.pineneedles-midpines.com
Teaching Philosophy: This LPGA charter member offers special "women only" schools. Develops balance and proper sequence of motion in student's swings. Authored two videos including Women's Golf.
407-321-0444
E-mail: megsagolf@aol.com
Web site: www.mikebender.com
Teaching Philosophy: Former PGA Tour player who believes efficiency of motion is the fastest way to improvement and focuses on reducing excess compensations in the swing. North Florida PGA Section Teacher of the Year in 1996 and 1998. Has designed many training aids including the MEGSA training unit that allows students to get instant feedback about their entire swing motion from set-up to finish.
Articles: * A familiar image and a simple drill for drawing the ball
240-686-0602
E-mail: golfacademy@att.net
Web site: www.fourstreams.com
Teaching Philosophy: Works with LPGA player Jackie Gallagher-Smith. Believes in blending the arm swing and the body turn back and through. Likes students to feel the club swinging in a circular arc around their tilted body.
Pros Taught: Jackie Gallagher-Smith Katie Peterson
Articles: * A straighter back means longer drives
914-472-6972
E-mail: michaelsbreed@aol.com
Teaching Philosophy: The 2000 Metropolitan PGA Teacher of the Year is well known as an exceptional short game instructor. Has worked with Chris Smith and Joe Durant on the PGA Tour and Emilee Klein on the LPGA Tour. Spent four years teaching under fellow Top 100 Teacher Darrell Kestner. He also is a part-time commentator on The Golf Channel.
905-042-9410
E-mail: henry@henrybrunton.com
Web site: www.henrybrunton.com
Teaching Philosophy: As the Canadian National Golf Coach since the inception of the Royal Canadian Golf Association s Player Development Program in 1999, Brunton is at the cutting edge of golf training methodologies. He is certified as a GolfPsych Master Instructor and has done extensive study in sport performance with a variety of experts in the field.
512-329-4000
E-mail: balancedgolf@aol.com
Web site: www.golfspan.com
Teaching Philosophy: Named the PGA of America's 1996 Teacher of the Year. Has worked extensively with the late Payne Stewart, Tom Kite and many other touring professionals. His latest book is Perfectly Balanced Golf.
Pros Taught: Payne Stewart
480-595-3433
E-mail: dcrawley@wyndham.com
Web site: www.golfsimplified.com
Teaching Philosophy: PGA award winning professional, Southwest Section PGA Teacher of the Year and British PGA Assistants Champion. Teaching philosophy is to simplify the fundamentals of the golf swing and short game. A practical diagnosis and correction of the ball flight, impact conditions and swing mechanics. Uses state of the art digital video analysis.
Articles: * Clean Sweep from Fluffy Lies
701-588-4669
E-mail: jdgolf@oxbowcc.com
Teaching Philosophy: A three-time Minnesota PGA Section Teacher of the Year, Dahl is the first teacher from North Dakota to make the Top 100 Teachers list. Forty-five percent of Oxbow's membership plays to a single-digit handicap. Teaches U.S. Mid-Amateur Champion Micheal Podolak.
Articles: * Harness your power with my simple drill
561-746-5228
E-mail: jhcpro@jupiterhillsclub.org
Teaching Philosophy: Creative instructor who emphasizes playing lessons, course management, and the "scoring shots" within 50 yards of the hole. South Florida PGA Section Teacher of the Year in 1996 and 1997.
414-362-5252
Teaching Philosophy: Inducted into the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame in 2005 with more than half a century of teaching experience. Follows the tenets of fellow World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame instructor Ernest Jones. Believes you should swing clubhead with the hands during the backswing, then swing the club back toward the target with the arms.
949-759-5102
E-mail: gdeck@pelicanhill.com
Web site: www.pelicanhill.com
Teaching Philosophy: Former Southern California PGA Section Teacher of the Year who splits his time between teaching golf schools and private lessons. Evaluates each student's body structure personality beliefs and goals before developing a game plan for improvement. Uses lots of video analysis and training aids.
352-629-6229
E-mail: jmegolf@aol.com
Teaching Philosophy: Former winner on the Canadian PGA Tour and one of the best communicators in the business. Emphasizes improving preswing and short game. Author of numerous magazine articles and videos.
888-546-3542
Teaching Philosophy: Inducted into the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame in 2003. An industry legend who has influenced many of the game's current crop of top teachers. Taught more than 1,000 golf schools so far. Very creative with many innovative drills to help students groove a sound swing.
Articles: * Our experts -- the coach and the psychologist -- on the ultimate touch shot * Our experts -- the coach and the psychologist -- argue the merits of a good ending * The swings and the smarts for pulling them off * The path to a better game is paved with these time-tested truths
631-324-5530
E-mail: ebfgolf@aol.com
Teaching Philosophy: Also teaches at Calusa Pines G.C. in Naples, Fla. during the winter. Offers his students a variety of golf school formats during the season and supervised practice sessions once a week. Focuses on making each student comfortable during the lesson so that they can better focus on making the necessary adjustments to their games.
508-428-5577
E-mail: jfrostgolfschool@aol.com
Web site: www.janefrostgolfschools.com
Teaching Philosophy: The LPGA's 1994 Teacher of the Year focuses on creating perfect grip and posture and on improving student's short game skills. A favorite with area juniors.
Articles: * Control your pitches with this simple image * You have 10 minutes before teeing off; here's how to get ready -- fast
210-384-7700
E-mail: bgathrightgolf@sbbcglobal.net
Teaching Philosophy: Gathright worked under the tutelege of World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame instructor Harvey Penick before opening his own academy. Notah Begay's instructor.
Pros Taught: Notah Begay III Dorothy Delasin
973-209-6075
E-mail: glenzgolf@aol.com
Web site: www.davidglenz.com
Teaching Philosophy: PGA of America's 1998 Teacher of the Year and six-time New Jersey PGA Teacher of the Year. Co-author of 10 Fundamentals of the Modern Golf Swing with Jim McLean. Has instructed more than 400 touring and club professionals during his career.
417-823-7888
E-mail: rickgrayson@cland.net
Web site: www.rickgraysongolf.com
Teaching Philosophy: PGA Midwest Section 1998 Teacher of the Year. Believes most in-swing problems can be fixed by improving the set-up. Superb junior program has sent more than 25 golfers to college on scholarships.
Articles: * For crisp contact, let your knees lead the downswing
407-239-1975
E-mail: fgriffin@grandcypress.com
Web site: www.grandcypress.com Teaching Philosophy: Solid all-around instructor uses computer system to compare pupil's swing to model swing compiled from touring pros' movements.
Articles: * To get more power, extend your arms * Frequent Flyers How to handle this "hot" lie
251-626-1265
E-mail: rgring@gringgolf.com
Web site: www.gringgolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Twice named the Dixie PGA Section Teacher of the Year. Certified to teach The Golfing Machine method. A student of kinetics biomechanics and exercise physiology. Has taught Brad Faxon, Joe Durant, Kenny Perry and Jerry Pate.
Pros Taught: Brad Faxon Joe Durant Kenny Perry Jerry Pate
561-624-8922
E-mail: hackhall@aol.com
Teaching Philosophy: Teaches all facets of the game, but especially gifted short game instructor. Uses many teaching aids to help students' feel proper swing motion. Has contributed dozens of articles to GOLF MAGAZINE as one of its Contributing Teachers.
Pros Taught: Lisa Hackney
Articles: * The LPGA's Australian phenom demonstrates her flawless mechanics * Don't Spill * Path or Face? * This test will help you find -- and fix -- your type of banana ball * Maintain this forward tilt throughout the swing for solid contact
805-469-4653
E-mail: fortunatog@prodigy.net
Teaching Philosophy: Twenty-five year teaching veteran tries to make the student feel comfortable during lessons and makes sure students' understand their personal swing motion. Long-time coach to Corey Pavin.
Pros Taught: Corey Pavin
972-529-2221
E-mail: haneygolf@aol.com
Web site: www.hankhaney.com
Teaching Philosophy: PGA of America's 1993 Teacher of the Year. Emphasizes swinging the golf club on the correct plane. Sought after by dozens of touring pros including long-time student Mark O'Meara and Hank Keuhne.
Pros Taught: Mark O'Meara Kelli Kuehne
Articles: * Book Review The only Golf Lesson You'll Ever Need
281-807-4176
E-mail: jhardy@jacobsenhardy.com
Web site: www.jacobsonhardy.com
Teaching Philosophy: Spends most of his time teaching touring professionals including Peter Jacobsen, Scott McCarron, Paul Azinger, Brad Faxon, and Tom Pernice. His book The Plane Truth details his belief that there are two sets of fundamentals for playing golf, depending upon whether or not a golfer uses a one- or two-plane swing.
585-381-1900
E-mail: craig_harmon@oakhillcc.com Teaching Philosophy: Teaches both full-swing and short game secrets he learned from his father (1948 Masters Champion and long-time golf professional at Winged Foot GC in New York). His brothers -- all fine teachers -- confide that he may have the best eye for swing faults of any Harmon. Instructor to Jeff Sluman. Pros Taught: Jeff Sluman
702-777-2444
E-mail: info@butchharmon.com Web site: www.butchharmon.com Teaching Philosophy: Best-known as Tiger Woods' long time coach. Also teaches Darren Clarke, Adam Scott and many other top touring professionals. Won B.C. Open during his three seasons on PGA Tour. Pros Taught: Tiger Woods Darren Clarke
631-979-6534
E-mail: hebron3@aol.com Web site: www.mikehebron.com Teaching Philosophy: Well known and very respected among fellow teachers. Initiated the very successful PGA Teaching Summit back in the 1980s. His new book is Golf Swing Secrets and Lies. PGA of America's 1991 Teacher of the Year. Articles: * Use images of a mop, paintbrush, and hammer to apply pressure to the ball * For maximum distance, the clubhead must be behind these four points at impact
817-481-7277
E-mail: shawn@shawnhumphries.com Web site: shawnhumphries.com Teaching Philosophy: A big believer in moving students along with a logical progression, he offers his students a structured Players Development Program that meets once a week. His book Two Steps to a Perfect Swing was published in 2004. Humphries works with Troy Aikman and Bill Parcells.
303-688-6022
E-mail: donhurter@golfintl.com Teaching Philosophy: A former U.S.G.A. Junior Amateur Champion now better known for coaching Carin Koch, Charlotta Sorenstam and Tom Purtzer. Named the 2000 Colorado PGA Section Teacher of the Year. Videotapes all lessons. Pros Taught: Kristal Parker Caroline McMillan Carin Koch Charlotta Sorenstam Tom Purtzer
919-681-6161
E-mail: ibarguen@duke.edu Web site: www.dukegolfclub.org Teaching Philosophy: With more than two decades of teaching experience, Ibarguen has been a key figure in the development of the PGA of America's teaching elements for its apprentice training program. Also Micheal Jordan's original golf instructor. Selected 1991 and 2003 PGA Teacher of the Year for the Carolinas section. Winner of the PGA National's 1998 Horton Smith Award for excellence in education. Vice-Chairman of the PGA National Education Committee from 2000 to 2003. Pros Taught: Michael Jordan
205-980-5200
E-mail: hankjohnsongolf@aol.com Teaching Philosophy: the 2005 PGA of America's National Teacher of the Year and the 1997 PGA Dixie Section Teacher of the Year. He has taught more than 1000 golf schools and clinics across the country during his career. National consultant for HealthSouth's Sports for Golf Program, which studies the kinesiology of the golf swing. Pros Taught: Nancy Scranton Shani Waugh
516-365-9111
E-mail: dkestnergolf@aol.com Teaching Philosophy: In his early 50s, he's still one of the finest club pro players in the country and a prolific teacher. Highly-respected by his peers in the New York City area. Teaches many of the top players in the region. Named 1997 PGA Met Section Teacher of the Year. Articles: * How to Hit Short Bunker Shots * Jesper Parnevik * Get the most out of limited practice time * Get the most out of limited practice time
508-257-8520
E-mail: jcking33@bellsouth.net Teaching Philosophy: Relatively young up-and-comer. His golf school programs incorporate golf fitness and mental performance segments along with swing instruction.
480-502-2656
E-mail: kmlc@grayhawkgolf.com Web site: www.kostismccordlearning.com Teaching Philosophy: Teaches at Kostis/McCord Learning Center at Grayhawk G.C. in Scottsdale when not commentating on CBS golf telecasts. Known for his book The Inside Path to Better Golf. Has a new video: Peter Kostis: Full Swing. Has worked with may tour pros including Mark Calcavecchia and Paul Casey. Pros Taught: Mark Calcavecchia
419-382-3416
E-mail: coachdk1@yahoo.com Teaching Philosophy: Teaching since 1969, Kotnik is one of the Midwest s most influential golf professionals, having developed many fine teachers over the years including Rick Smith. He is a creative tinkerer who is always looking for a better way to fix age-old problems especially in club fitting where he developed one of the first custom fitting systems in 1973.
763-755-4141
E-mail: pkgolfpr@aol.com Web site: www.peterkrausegolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Five-time Minnesota PGA Section Teacher of the Year. Works with 1997 U.S. Senior Open champ Graham Marsh and 1993 U.S. Amateur champ John Harris. Tries to match the swing plane to the individual's body. Uses creative and memorable imagery with his students. Pros Taught: Graham Marsh U.S. amateur champ John Harris
480-922-1573
E-mail: sandygolf@cox.net Web site: www.labauvegolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Teaches many women and junior girls. Founded LPGA's Junior Girls' Golf Club -- one of the most successful junior programs in the world which is now available in nearly 100 cities around the world. 1998 Southwest PGA Section Teacher of the Year.
480-922-1573
E-mail: bauve@cox.net Web site: www.labauvegolf.com Teaching Philosophy: A favorite with better players and juniors. Builds lessons around proper swing plane and set-up. Father-in-law (Jack Lumpkin and wife Sandy) also among Top 100 Teachers. Two-time Southwest PGA Section Teacher of the Year. Also does seminars with fellow Top 100 Teacher Jim Hardy.
407-787-3330
E-mail: info@davidleadbetter.com Web site: www.davidleadbetter.com Teaching Philosophy: First tour guru to become a multi-million dollar international teaching empire. Charles Howell III, Michelle Wie and Nick Price are in his stable of high-profile students. Pros Taught: Tiger Woods Charle Howell III Nick Price
561-676-7649
E-mail: mlopuszynski@aol.com Teaching Philosophy: Former Duke University golf captain who prefers to use video analysis. Long-ball hitter well known for his power lessons. Taught under Jim McLean for many years.
912-638-5119
E-mail: marymccaughey@seaisland.com Web site: www.seaisland.com Teaching Philosophy: The PGA of America's 1995 Teacher of the Year instructs in all phases of the game with all skill levels. Daughter and son-in-law (Sandy and Mike LaBauve) are also among the Top 100 Teachers. Tour pros including Davis Love III and Donna Andrews take advice from Lumpkin. Pros Taught: Davis Love III Donna Andrews
216-561-1914
E-mail: kc.lyford@verizon.net Web site: www.swingbetter.com Teaching Philosophy: A former New England PGA Section Teacher of the Year. Lyford is a former PGA Tour competitor who has taught golf schools in New England, Ohio, Arizona and France for the past two decades. Articles: * Hit the ball up on the face for greater distance * Drain Every Putt * Telling Tees Your tee can tell you how well you hit your driver
407-238-8870
E-mail: bmadonna@bellsouth.net Web site: www.billmadonna.com Teaching Philosophy: Bill has been teaching for over 28 years as a PGA member and he specializes in driving, pitching and putting. He is a PGA Mid-Atlantic Section Teacher of the Year award winner. His lessons average 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours using state-of-the-art video/computer analysis and effective teaching aids and drills. He has written two books: Coaching Golf Successfully and The Complete Golfer. He is the founder of the Spirit of Golf Foundation (SGF), the first organization designed to improve the quality of scholastic coaching. Pros Taught: US Open Champion Lou Graham Jerry Heard Nancy Henderson Nadine Ash Amy Benz Numerous Nationwide Tour Players
480-850-8615
E-mail: mahoneygolf@msn.com Web site: www.timmahoneygolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Uses a cornucopia of effective swing drills. Involved in original swing research projects. Oversees all of the Troon Golf Academies in the United States. A veteran with many magazine covers and instruction articles to his name.
602-502-4142
E-mail: mike@malaskagolf.com Web site: www.malaskagolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Used to teach schools with Jim Flick. Believes in a balanced approach to the game, including proper swing technique, course management, mental preparation, fitness and nutrition. A fine player who missed a spot on the 2005 Champions Tour by one shot. Well-known in Japan. A GOLF MAGAZINE Contributing Teacher. Articles: * Two Essential Spring Stretches * A big shoulder turn? It may be a stretch -- or two * Self Test: Getting Balanced
281-340-7208
E-mail: pmarchand@shadowhawkgolfclub.com Web site: www.shadowhawkgolfclub.com Teaching Philosophy: Big believer in video and visual teaching. Teaches Colin Montgomerie and also the long-time coach to Fred Couples his former college teammate at the University of Houston. Teaches both President Bushes. Pros Taught: Fred Couples Articles: * Feel your hands and feet moving together on the downswing * Freddy's five keys to extreme accuracy * Mental and physical adjustments for successful wind play
602-482-8983
E-mail: lynn@coachingforthefuture.com Web site: www.golf54.com Teaching Philosophy: LPGA's 1992 Teacher of the Year prefers teaching better players but works with all skill levels. Runs Coaching for the Future with fellow Top 100 Teacher Pia Nilsson. Creative coach with many unique drills and performance tests. Articles: * Shift your emphasis from hitting longer to playing smarter * Grace Park * Shift your emphasis from hitting longer to playing smarter * Finding your body's equilibrium is essential to a good golf swing
561-624-8402
E-mail: rmartino@pgahq.com Teaching Philosophy: The PGA of America's 1997 Teacher of the Year and the current director of instruction for the organization. Martino created the curriculum for the PGA's first learning and development facility. Also former director of University of Pittsburgh's Golf Swing Research Laboratory. Articles: * Stay with Pitching Swing
407-239-1090
E-mail: rmccord@orangelake.com Web site: www.swingsthethinggolfschools.com Teaching Philosophy: Co-owner of Swing's the Thing Golf Schools. In the summer he can be found at Barrington G.C. in Cleveland. Has instructed around the world. Articles: * Calm those first-tee jitters with five easy steps
612-253-8926
E-mail: antrim1@hotmail.com Teaching Philosophy: British PGA member from Belfast who began teaching more than 35 years ago in Northern Ireland. Author of his own teaching manual. Does a popular radio golf tips show in Minneapolis.
303-799-0870
E-mail: golf@mcgetrickgolf.com Web site: www.mcgetrickgolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Two-time Colorado PGA Section Teacher of the Year and a former PGA National Teacher of the Year. McGetrick teaches with holistic approach including course management and mental preparation. Meg Mallon, Beth Daniel and Juli Inkster are students. Pros Taught: Meg Mallon Juli Inkster Beth Daniel
866-365-3544
E-mail: knack4golf@worldnet.att.net Web site: www.knack4golf.com Teaching Philosophy: McGowan trained all instructors for the David Leadbetter Golf Academies for more than 10 years. Now operating her own teacher training program and golf schools called Knack4Golf and written extensively on improving performance in golf, business, and life.
800-723-6725
E-mail: jcm72@aol.com Web site: www.jimmclean.com Teaching Philosophy: PGA of America's 1994 Teacher of the Year and author of four books including The Eight Step Swing. Played on University of Houston golf team that included Bruce Lietzke, Bill Rogers and Fuzzy Zoeller. Has worked with more than 100 tour pros, including Christie Kerr. Articles: * Stretch It Out * Quick Tip: Slap Away Your Slice * Right Arm Drill: Learn How It Should Feel at the Top * Putting for Dough * Left Heel Drill: Stop Spinning Out * The Theory of Elimination
310-440-2421
E-mail: eddie@eddiemerrins.com Web site: www.eddiemerrins.com Teaching Philosophy: This former head coach at UCLA developed many of his charges into tour stars including Corey Pavin, Steve Pate and Duffy Waldorf. Author of Swing the handle not the clubhead. Pros Taught: Corey Pavin Steve Pate Duffy Waldorf
407-876-5775
E-mail: bmogg@moggperformance.com Web site: moggperformance.com Teaching Philosophy: Trained as an instructor under David Leadbetter after a stint playing on the PGA Tour. Mogg now coaches a variety of touring pros, including Skip Kendall, John Cook, and Reilley Rankin and is a regular presence on The Golf Channel s instruction shows.
800-879-2008
E-mail: acadgolf@texas.net Web site: www.golfdynamics.com Teaching Philosophy: All-around instructor who conducts 70 golf schools annually. Has one of the quickest eyes for diagnosing faults in the business. A life-long student of the game and one of the hardest working teachers in the business. Articles: * What you must do to put "juice" on your wedge shots * What you must do to put "juice" on your wedge shots
503-647-4747
E-mail: pro841@aol.com Teaching Philosophy: Concentrates full swing instruction on four power sources -- arms, wrists, upper body rotation and weight shift. Also a talented short game teacher. This 40-year veteran, known for his great sense of humor, also spends winters teaching at PGA West in La Quinta Calif.
281-343-8800
E-mail: tsgolf101@aol.com Web site: www.gotrainingstation.com Teaching Philosophy: Southern Texas PGA Section Teacher of the Year. Long-time coach to PGA Tour player Tom Byrum. Tries to keep the game as simple as possible for students. Focuses on getting students to coordinate their club, arms and body all on the same plane. Pros Taught: Tom Byrum
602-339-8947
E-mail: pia@coachingforthefuture.com Web site: www.golf54.com Teaching Philosophy: Former Head Coach of the Swedish National Golf Teams who has worked with all of the current Swedish LPGA stars including Annika and Charlotta Sorenstam. Works to integrate students' physical mental and emotional skills. Uses dozens of unique games and drills to develop student's skills. Pros Taught: Annika and Charlotta Sorenstam Articles: * Swedish Scoring Secrets
239-455-9179
E-mail: tpatri@mindspring.com Web site: www.tompatri.com Teaching Philosophy: Created the Six Spoke Appoach to Better Golf Learning to encompass the entire learning process that allows golfers to improve. Swing mechanics are only one-sixth of the equation according to this 25-year teaching veteran. Articles: * Some questions to ponder before buying your child a set of clubs
630-990-3333
E-mail: bjp2616@aol.com Teaching Philosophy: Former Illinois PGA Teacher of the Year in 2001 and a PGA Master Professional, Patterson has been teaching since 1979. Long-time instructor to PGA Champion Jeff Sluman. Patterson tries not to overload his students with too much information too quickly and tries to match his information to the student s preferred learning style.
512-263-7668
E-mail: comments@pelzgolf.com Web site: www.pelzgolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Undisputed favorite short-game instructor to the pros. Dozens of world class students including Vijay Singh, Tom Kite, Lee Janzen, Steve Elkington, and Colin Montgomerie. Instruction at Pelz' Short Game Schools is based upon more than 25 years of proprietary research. Pros Taught: Vijay Singh Steve Elkington Colin Montgomerie Articles: * Phil Mickelson did it in 2004--and you can in '05 * Check your face and pitch the ball tight from any sideslope * Greenside success starts with smart choices * Make your putter an extension of your arm * How a cold-fish handshake can help your game * Annika will need a sharp short game to compete with the men
770-442-5960
E-mail: perpinc@aol.com Web site: www.mikeperpich.com Teaching Philosophy: Has helped many Tour pros, including Grant Waite and Jodie Mudd. Teaching focuses around five main points: Grip, Posture, Aim-Alignment, Pivot-Rotation and Hinges. Pros Taught: Grant Waite Jodie Mudd
912-638-5119
E-mail: golfpros@bellsouth.net Web site: www.seaisland.com Teaching Philosophy: Uses video extensively. A favorite with juniors and an excellent communicator. Develops improvement program based upon students' time constraints and skill level. 1997 Georgia PGA Section Teacher of the Year.
888-874-2004
E-mail: dave_phillips@acushnetgolf.com Web site: www.titleistpi.com Teaching Philosophy: A technical wizard, Phillips is a leader in developing software and video applications for improving golf instruction and is now heading up the Titleist Performance Institute in California. Well known for his putting instruction. Former assistant to David Leadbetter. Currently working with Tom Kite. Pros Taught: Tom Kite
843-768-5752
E-mail: golfcarol@aol.com Teaching Philosophy: The daughter of a golf professional and a fine player at the University of Georgia, Preisinger was named the 1998 LPGA National Teacher of the Year. A big believer in continuing education, she attends at least a half-dozen conferences and seminars each year to improve her teaching utilizing the latest teaching information.
760-438-4539
E-mail: kipputt@adelphia.com Web site: www.aviaragolfacademy.com Teaching Philosophy: Started in golf at age 11 by short game wizard and World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame instructor Paul Runyan. Full swing instruction keys on grip, stance, and posture. Long-time coach to Scott Simpson. Uses video extensively. Pros Taught: Scott Simpson Articles: * Tip for the Knee-dy
615-778-8823
E-mail: nancyq@qsog.com Web site: www.qsog.com Teaching Philosophy: Named the 2000 LPGA National Teacher of the Year and a three-time Tennessee PGA Section Teacher of the Year. Has taught LPGA Tour players including Sherri Turner, Judy Dickinson and JoAnne Carner. Uses training aids with all of her students to speed the learning process. Pros Taught: Sherri Turner Judy Dickinson JoAnne Carner
704-542-7635
E-mail: danarader@aol.com Web site: www.danarader.com Teaching Philosophy: The LPGA's 1990 National Teacher of the Year. Rader helps students build a swing that matches their individual body type. Authored Back to Basics video. Owns her own golf school, which is consistently rated among the Top 25 in the country by GOLF MAGAZINE. Articles: * Why you should return your right elbow to your side
800-240-7373
E-mail: bredding@goforitgolf.com Web site: www.hartefeld.com Teaching Philosophy: Six-time PGA Tennessee Section Teacher of the Year. Works with each student to find the most effective swing plane based on his or her body type.
858-756-2240
E-mail: deanofgolf@aol.com Web site: www.deanofgolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Teaches students to minimize muscle tension during their swing. The free-flowing results can be seen in Phil Mickelson, who worked with him for many years. Has his own school and does many corporate schools. Pros Taught: Phil Mickelson
407-905-2220
E-mail: golfyourway@aol.com Web site: www.ocngolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Has spent more than a half-century eliminating all unnecessary moving parts from his students' swings. Wants the "big muscles" to control the swing. One of his former assistants is fellow Top 100 Teacher David Leadbetter. Long-time instructor too K.J. Choi and many Asian stars. Articles: * Cup the left wrist to escape a sandy fairway lie * Sink more putts by spinning the ball correctly * The wider your arc, the longer your shots
LaJolla, CA
858-453-1483
Teaching Philosophy: Former winner on both PGA and Senior PGA Tours. Well known as the teacher who re-built Jack Nicklaus' short game in early '80s. Also teaches at Grand Cypress Resort in Orlando during the winters. Wrote How to Play Lower Handicap Golf.
904-940-3600
E-mail: scott@resortgolf.com Web site: www.resortgolf.com Teaching Philosophy: 1997 Southwest PGA Section Teacher of the Year. Prefers working with better players. Gives each student a take-home video and reminder card with key changes. Offers a substantial golf schools program at World Golf Village headquarters. Articles: * My quick check sets up pure contact * These set-up keys will have you hitting more fairways * Gimme a "V" * What your glove says about your swing
386-212-4364
E-mail: craigshankland@comcast.net Teaching Philosophy: PGA of America's 2001 National Teacher of the Year and popular PGA seminar speaker who espouses "keep it simple" instruction style: Aim the face hold the handle aim yourself and make a swing. A great communicator who enjoys working with all levels of players. Beth Daniel's long-time coach. Authored Golfers Stroke Savers Handbook. One of the most creative teachers in the game and a GOLF MAGAZINE Contributing Teacher. Pros Taught: Beth Daniel Articles: * Watch the $10 million man in motion * Turn up the power with this simple drill * Golf's newest member of the "59 Club" demonstrates his power secret and how it can help you * Watch the moves of Mr. 59 * Beachy Keen
717-624-3807
E-mail: tsheftic@hotmail.com Web site: www.tedsheftic.com Teaching Philosophy: Also teaches at Baltimore C.C.(Timonium, Md.) Beechtree G.C.(Aberdeen, Md.) and Hanover C.C. (Abbottstown, Penn). Selected as the Philadelphia PGA Section teacher of the year in 1987, 1994 and 2000. Conducts a select number of golf schools in Florida during the winter. Works with more than a dozen LPGA Tour players. Pros Taught: Amy Benz Michelle Bell Nanci Bowen
831-622-8650
E-mail: smalll@pebblebeach.com Web site: www.pebblebeach.com Teaching Philosophy: The 2004 PGA of America National Teacher of the Year who focuses on swing instruction plus nutrition psychology club fitting and fitness information. 1996 and 1997 Northern California PGA Section Teacher of the Year. Long-time coach to PGA Tour player Kirk Triplett. Pros Taught: Kirk Triplett Articles: * A simple test to determine your perfect stance width * Five golf-specific exercises you can do at work
214-691-0339
E-mail: randysmith@flash.net Teaching Philosophy: PGA of America's 2002 National Teacher of the Year. Well-known for his strong junior programs that have sent many kids to college on golf scholarships. Justin Leonard and Harrison Frazer have been long-time students. Pros Taught: Justin Leonard Harrison Frazar
888-732-5060
E-mail: mail@sportslink97.com Web site: www.ricksmith.com Teaching Philosophy: Swing mentor to Phil Mickleson, Vijay Singh and Billy Andrade. Best known for full-swing theories. Four-time Michigan PGA Section Teacher of the Year. Teaches at Tiburon G.C. in Naples, Fla. during the winter. Once shot 61 in a PGA of America club pro event. Pros Taught: Phil Mickelson Lee Janzen Billy Andrade Vijay Singh
847-549-8678
E-mail: toddsones@aol.com Web site: www.toddsones.com Teaching Philosophy: Illinois PGA Section's 1994 and 1996 Teacher of the Year. Identifies the swing's root problem and tries to offer simple way to feel a correct motion. Has a significant golf school program during the summer. Robert Gamez and Scott McCarron have worked with Sones. Teaches in the winter with short game schools at the PGA Tour Golf Academy in St. Augustine, Florida. Articles: * Quiet your lower body for power and consistency * Loosen up
770-957-8786
E-mail: golfmeadow@aol.com Web site: www.sorrellgolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Uses rhymes to help student's remember swing keys, Also employs video and learning aids at his private teaching studio near Atlanta. PGA of America's 1990 Teacher of the Year.
845-627-2222
E-mail: mitchell.spearman@att.net Web site: www.mitchellspearman.com Teaching Philosophy: Leadbetter protŽgŽ' and full-swing specialist who breaks swing down into three "P's": Posture, Pivot and Positioning of club. Also can be found at Isleworth in Orlando in the winters. Articles: * Use these images to fix your faults
800-765-3838
E-mail: jmsuttie@aol.com Web site: www.jimsuttie.com Teaching Philosophy: Biomechanics expert and pioneer in utilizing video feedback and the four-camera teaching system. Visited by numerous tour pros including Loren Roberts. Also teaches at Twin Eagles C.C. in Naples Fla. during the winter. Pros Taught: Loren Roberts Fred Funk Articles: * Swing Analysis Test
860-349-1793
E-mail: pblion@aol.com Web site: www.tjtomasi.com Teaching Philosophy: A doctor of education who has been a prolific instruction writer with more than 100 articles six books and a videotape series under his byline. Teaches in Port St. Lucie, Florida during the winter. Articles: * Big Mac Attack * Hogan's secret: The wrong medicine for a slicer
561-483-7299
Teaching Philosophy: The first living instructor inducted into the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame. One of the world's best-known teachers for more than 50 years. Stresses that students must learn how various body parts feel during a good swing. A former winner on the PGA Tour. Articles: * Tom Kite
480-502-2656
E-mail: kmlc@grayhawkgolf.com Web site: www.kostismccordlearning.com Teaching Philosophy: A former PGA Tour player now teaching at the Kostis/McCord Learning Center. Determines best course of instruction after student completes a Learning/Competitive Profile. Named South Florida PGA Section Teacher of the Year in 1994 and 1996. Articles: * Use a "pitching tree" to control trajectory * Look Low for a High Pitch
912-598-9241
E-mail: jdturngolf@aol.com Web site: www.jdturnergolf.com Teaching Philosophy: Instructs both schools and private lessons. Author of six videos. Emphasizes driving and putting in no-nonsense style. Limited summer schedule in Okoboji, Iowa. Five-time Iowa Open champion.
508-257-8521
E-mail: golfperfor@aol.com Teaching Philosophy: Versatile instructor who uses video and computer analysis to speed the learning process. Tries to minimize extra moving parts during the swing. "Holistic approach" includes fitness and nutrition. Articles: * From a tight fairway lie, let the club do the work * Allow the putterhead's weight to control your stroke
760-564-5304
E-mail: cewelty@dc.rr.com Teaching Philosophy: Identifies problems by videotaping on-course play and by determining student's clubface impact with face tape. Wants to know what student really does while on the course before making corrections on the practice tee. Teaches at the Jim McLean Golf Schools in LaQuinta, Calif.
225-753-7888
E-mail: winstead@bellsouth.net Teaching Philosophy: One of the younger teachers among the Top 100, Winstead has shown a teaching creativity beyond his years. He examines the individual s strengths and weaknesses before designing a game plan for improvement. Teaches many of the Louisiana s top amateurs and is an advisor to the LSU Men s and Women s golf teams. Also does some teaching at English Turn G.&C.C. in New Orleans.
561-682-0700
E-mail: garywiren@aol.com Web site: www.garywiren.com Teaching Philosophy: American ambassador of golf instruction who has lectured and taught more than 250,000 people in 26 countries. Prolific author including the PGA of America's Teaching Manual. Also owns one of the world's finest collection of golf memorabilia. One of GOLF MAGAZINE's Contributing Teachers.
908-901-4123
E-mail: mwood@hamiltonfarmgolfclub.com Web site: www.hamiltonfarmgolfclub.com Teaching Philosophy: All-around instructor who has conducted numerous golf schools with World Golf Teachers Hall of Famer Jim Flick. Coaches Dudley Hart on the PGA Tour. Pros Taught: Dudley Hart Brian Henninger Articles: * Distance Is Built-in
888-620-4653
E-mail: mindunderpar@cox.net Web site: www.mindunderpar.com Teaching Philosophy: Wright is director of the Mind Under Par Golf Schools, a perennial GOLF MAGAZINE Top 25 Golf School. He is a big proponent of research and works closely with a biomechanics lab to study the golf swing. Named the 1999 Southern California PGA Teacher of the Year. Teaches the PGA Tour s Kevin Stadler.
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