Plum Creek Golf Club
About
My twenty plus years in various golf industry experiences has prepared me to help all golfers of all skill levels. My instruction methods are applied to the student in a fashion that differs to all body types and skill levels. Develop a golf process to educate the student of what will work for them to enjoy the game. Futher playing better thru the lost art of human interaction.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
The first lesson with any new student I ask to do at least one hour lesson to develop a future lesson plan. Bring your entire bag of equipment for a basic equipment analysis. Develop a future game plan of what the student process will be to improve and set realistic goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Member of the PGA of America since 1996. Graduate of the Ferris State Pro Golf Management program 94'. Worked with Resort, Private, Public, retail and non-profit golf organizations. Worked for the PGA of America Tournament Department at PGA Championships and Ryder Cup. Worked with Midnight Golf Program of Detroit as lead instructor for the volunteer PGA teachers. Trained golfer's as young as three years old to Senior Golfer's in the 80's. Trained to work with golfer's with disablities.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
One hour Adult lesson is $90.00 an hour or $55.00 for half hour. Junior Golf lessons are $60.00 per hour. Offer multiple lesson packages at two outdoor range faciliities and one indoor.
How did you get started teaching?
Learned to teach at Ferris State University PGM program interships with Marriott Golf Schools run bye John Jacobs.
What types of students have you worked with?
All types of skill levels as infants to Senior Citizens.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Helped a retired Vietnam Vet with a Heart Pace Maker overcome his ability to gain distance and direction control with golf shots.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
The family that plays together...stays together.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Make sure the student is willing to commit to the process and practice. Otherwise the student has unrealistic expectations to play better golf in the future.