About
Graduate of the Professional Golf Management Program at Ferris State University (1987). A PGA "Class A" member & teaching professional for 35 Years. As a teaching professional, I have an exceptional ability to analyze and assess a students natural talents. I then enhance those talents through instructional techniques as to bring out the very best in each and every student. My strength in teaching is the ability to explain and demonstrate the golf swing in a very simple manner. To further enhance and demonstrate my commitment to instruction, I have attended numerous national teaching seminars with some of the games most noted and influential instructors including Butch Harmon, Rick Smith, David Leadbetter, and Hank Haney. I have also attended the National Teaching and Coaching Summit since 1996.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
* Student background information *
How many years have you been playing??
Have you had golf instruction before & where??
What are your immediate concerns to your swing??
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
PGA Life Member & Teaching Professional for 35 years.
Graduate of Professional Golf Management Program -Ferris State University (1987)
Attended the National PGA Teaching/Coaching Summit since 1996 in addition to Michigan PGA seminars
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Rick Smith Golf Academy - Oakland University
* 1-Hour Lesson $110.00
* Series of (5) 1 Hour Lessons $495.00
* Series of (10) 1 Hour Lessons $895.00
* Junior 1-Hour Lesson $90.00
* Junior Series of (5) $395.00
* Junior Series of (10) $745.00
How did you get started teaching?
Apprentice at Palmetto Dunes Resort - Hilton Head Island, SC - (1984-1986) through the PGM Program - Ferris State
What types of students have you worked with?
All ages & skill Levels (Men, Women, Seniors & Juniors)
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
PGA Certified Member (recommended)
How many years have they been teaching??
What is their teaching philosophy??
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
* Skill Level (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
* Athletic Ability as related to other sports (Tennis, Baseball)
* Available time to Practice - Very Important
* Available time to Play