CEO and Founder of Golf Like A Girl LPGA Class A

Tory Kronschnabel is an LPGA Class A Professional with a degree in Economics and Engineering from The George Washington University. She founded Golf Like a Girl in 2023 with a clear mission: to bring more women onto the golf course. Believing that many important conversations happen on the course, Tory is passionate about ensuring women have a seat at

that table. She brings over seven years of teaching experience, having coached with The First Tee of Minneapolis for five years and Grand Elk Golf Club for two years. Today, Tory teaches at the Birdie Lounge in Fraser, CO, where she combines instruction with community-building. In the winter, she alsoshares her love of the outdoors as a ski instructor.

PGA & LPGA Professional | Frisco, TX

Megan Padua Buzza is ranked among the Best Teachers in Texas by Golf Digest, recognized as one of the Best Young Teachers in America, and honored as a Top 50 LPGA Teacher. Based in Frisco, Texas, Megan is a dual-certified PGA and LPGA professional known for making golf approachable, enjoyable, and empowering for players of all ages and abilities. A proud mom of two little ones under the age of 4, Megan brings her passion for family into her coaching, helping women and families discover the joy of golf together. She is also a U.S. Kids Golf Master Teacher, a GRAA Elite Growth of the Game Teacher, and the founder of Girls Golf of Frisco, which hasalready grown to two locations. Follow Megan @megangolfpro on social media.

CEO & Founder Golf Positive and Live Positive | LPGA Top 50 Instructor | Co-Founder Golf Business Live

Debbie O'Connell, an LPGA Professional with over 34 years of experience, is recognized as a Top 50 LPGA Teacher and one of the game's most inspiring coaches. She has earned prestigious honors including the Nancy Lopez Achievement Award and LPGA National Professional of the Year. As the founder of Golf Positive and Live Positive, Debbie combines elite golf instruction with mindset coaching to help players unlock confidence, focus, and peak performance. In addition to teaching, Debbie leads at the highest levels of the game. She co- authored the curriculum and serves as Lead Professional for the LPGA Leadership Academy, empowers teenage girls through the Greater Union Girls Golf Program, and shares her expertise as a bestselling author and Golf Channel contributor.

LPGA Professional | San Diego and Palm Springs, CA

Christie Quinn is a Class A Member of the LPGA Teaching & Club Professional Division, and the current LPGA Vice President, with a passion for helping golfers of all levels discover and refine their unique swings. In 2006, she made a bold career shift, dedicating herself fully to golf. Combining her competitive drive with a commitment to continuous improvement, Christie began competing in mini-tours, USGA events, and club tournaments, all while refining her skills with the guidance of top coaches and trainers. Christie's approach to golf instruction is rooted in her own journey of perseverance, learning, and goal-setting. With a repeatable push-draw swing she developed through observation and practice, she understands the importance of creating techniques that work under pressure. Her holistic philosophy integrates swing mechanics, physical fitness, and mental preparation, empowering golfers to reach their potential.

LPGA Professional | Charlotte, NC

Ashaunta Epps is the CEO and Founder of A Perfect Swing, Inc., an organization that helps individuals use golf as a networking tool to advance their careers. She is a Class A LPGA Teaching Professional, serves as the LPGA Southeast Section President, and is a recipient of both the 2020 LPGA Southeast Section Teacher of the Year and the 2021 LPGA Southeast Section Professional of the Year awards.

Ashaunta is an instructor for the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship Clinics, the LPGA Leadership Academy, and the LPGA Golf Academy, and is an LPGA/USGA Girls Golf Site Director. She is an African American Golfers Hall of Fame Inductee and has been nationally recognized as a leader in golf by the African American Golfers’ Digest.

LPGA Professional | Mill Creek, WA

Operation 36 Certified Impact Coach

LPGA Western Section Coach of the Year

PGA Junior League Coach

First Tee of Greater Seattle Coach

Shorewood High School Girls Golf Coach

Val is committed to the student's goals with a personalized coaching plan drafted from her unique game assessment that the student completes to provide the target areas to begin improving their game. Taking this assessment will guarantee you are in the right path for playing your best golf. She has a wholistic approach to coaching that focuses on improving every aspect of the game that you will need to score your best golf!

LPGA and PGA Professional | Knoxville, TN.

TPI Level 2 Golf Certified.

U.S. Kids Certified Golf Coach.

2023 and 2024 U.S. Kids Golf Honorable Mention award.

T1 in TN Women’s State open in 2024

Finished 2nd in the LPGA Professional National Championship in 2021 and 2024

First woman to ever qualify for TN PGA Cup matches and win a match. Qualified in 2021-2025

Playing Professional and LPGA-Epson Tour Member 2016-2023

“My approach to teaching is personalized and effective, utilizing video analysis to provide insights that help each player improve their technique and strategy.”

LPGA Apprentice | Middletown, MD

Lynn Blake (The Golfing Machine) Level 1 Certified

NFHS Coaching Level 3 Certified

Ana’s goal is to provide engaging and enjoyable golf lessons that focus on developing basic skills while prompting a fun and supportive learning environment.

LPGA Professional | Okatie, SC

Top 50 Best Teachers, LPGA

Golf for Women Top 50 Teacher

Golf Magazine Top Teacher for Midwest Section

Golf Magazine Top 400 Teachers

LPGA Midwest Section Top Teacher

Numerous LPGA Coach of the Year, Midwest Section

An outstanding golfer, she played on the Women's Professional Golf Tour in 1979-1980 and played in the 1982 US Women's Open.

PGA Professional | Glasgow, Scotland

PGA coach and professional golfer who’s passionate about making golf fun, welcoming, and accessible for everyone. Brandy coaches players of all ages and abilities, and especially enjoys helping women and juniors get started and feel confident on the course. She uses her experience as a competitive player to help golfers develop solid fundamentals, course management and overall confidence on the course.

LPGA Professional | Greenville, SC

LPGA Class A Professional

TPI Certified

Brookelin was mentored by and looked up to those who taught and trained the top golfers in the world, as well as those who put their heart and soul into teaching each student. Her mentors inspired her to share that passion with others, to pass on the exhilarating joy and lessons golf had given her. She volunteered as a local junior golf instructor for five years at a local LPGA-USGA Girls Golf program, before launching her own successful teaching academy after college welcoming hundreds of students from all walks of life. For Brookelin, helping students isn’t just about teaching golf—it’s about guiding them to discover their own love for the game and the personal growth that comes with it.

LPGA and PGA Professional | Richardson, TX

Carrie is an LPGA and PGA-trained instructor. Her belief in a student-based teaching model aligns with her understanding that each golfer is unique and has their own set of capabilities, learning styles, and physical attributes. While there are key fundamentals to successful golf swings, Carrie recognizes that a one-size-fits-all approach may not be effective for everyone

With her 25 years of experience, Carrie has developed the ability to communicate and relay swing fundamentals in a way that resonates with each individual client. She takes into account their learning preferences, physical abilities, and goals to tailor her instruction and help them achieve their full potential on the golf course.

By understanding and respecting the individuality of her clients, Carrie aims to create a supportive and effective learning environment. This approach allows her students to grasp the fundamentals of the golf swing in a way that makes sense to them, enhancing their understanding, confidence, and ability to apply the principles to their own game.

LPGA Apprentice | Barrington, IL

Cindy is in her first year with the Northbrook Golf Academy, and assists with coaching clinics, camps, youth leagues, and the LPGA*USGA Girl’s Golf program. She previously played on the Futures Golf Tour (now Epson Tour) from 2005-2010, and also qualified to play in several LPGA and international events. Coach Cindy is currently enrolled in the LPGA Teacher Education Program working towards becoming a certified LPGA Professional. When she’s not teaching, she paints murals, works in the garden, cooks/bakes, and spends time with her husband and 2 boys.

LPGA Professional | Rochester, NY

LPGA Northeast Teacher of the Year recipient

Top 50 Teacher in Golf (Golf for Women’s Magazine)

Recognized as Top Instructor by Golf Magazine and Golf Digest Magazine

As the Head Golf Professional at Hillendale Golf Course in Ithaca, NY, Darlene started a Junior Golf Program that ran for over 20 years. For over 25 years, she was the LPGA Junior Golf Clinic Coordinator for both the LPGA Corning Classic as well as the Rochester International/LPGA Championship.

In 2006, Darlene began her journey into Golf Biomechanics and Kinetic Motion 3D training and become a Certified K-Vest instructor as well as a Certified Titleist TPI Fitness Instructor. She developed a new training center called “Play Better Golf” using the K-Vest. Darlene also developed a 3-D training curriculum using Golf Biomechanics, Kinetic Motion, TPI Fitness and the Yoga for Golfers program for her students and other teaching professionals.

LPGA Professional | Issiquah (Seattle area), WA

Marshall University Women’s Golf Alum

Operation 36 Top 50 Coach

PGA Hope Certified

Jackie is a motivated golf instructor who found her passion in growing the game of golf; specifically making it more accessible for women and children. Growing up in northern California, she played a multitude of sports, but was introduced to golf when she was 12 and fell in love. Jackie began playing competitive golf a year after she first picked up a club. This led her to Marshall University, where she played on their women’s golf team.

2022 Marshall University Women’s Golf Captain

2021-2022 SAAC president

2019-2022 Women’s Golf Coach’s Academic Achievement

2019-2022 WGCA All-American Scholar Athlete

2019 and 2022 C-USA Academic Medalist

2022 C–USA Athlete of the Year

LPGA Professional | Pinckney, MI

USGTF Certified Golf Teaching Professional

Based in the Brighton area, Jamie Wardynski has been playing golf from an early age and brings a lifelong passion for the game to her instruction. She is dedicated to helping players of all levels improve their skills, gain confidence, and discover joy in the sport. Jaime takes pride in providing each student with personalized guidance tailored to their goals—while ensuring there’s always a little fun along the way.

During the outdoor season, Jamie teaches at Timber Trace Golf Club in Pinckney, Michigan.

LPGA Apprentice | Rochester, NY and Juno Beach, FL

Joanna has spent most of her professional career in special education as a speech-language pathologist (since 1998) while also being an avid golfer, playing competitively and winning both club and regional events. She recently decided to combine her background in teaching with her love of golf, completing First Tee Level I Coach training and working towards LPGA Class A certification. Joanna has worked as an assistant coach in the LPGA*USGA Girls Golf program through First Tee of Raritan Valley (New Jersey) and is currently providing private lessons in both Rochester and Jupiter.

LPGA Class B Professional | Hartsdale, NY

As an Assistant Golf Professional at Scarsdale Golf Club, I provide exceptional guest service and golf instruction to members and guests. I played collegiate golf at Cortland State.

I have over four years of experience in the golf industry and a strong background in the hospitality industry. I am passionate about golf and enjoy sharing my knowledge and skills with others. I am always eager to learn new things and improve my performance. I value teamwork, professionalism, and customer satisfaction.

LPGA Professional | Gilroy, CA

Providing golf instruction to all players and abilities, offering private, semi-private & group lessons in addition to seasonal clinics for players of all ages. At Eagle Ridge, we utilize Flightscope technology to provide live data and flight path technology to improve student experiences for more targeted instruction. This is a new program under new management and has been a successful addition to Eagle Ridge’s other offerings as a golf facility.

LPGA & PGA Professional | New Jersey, , TPI Level 2 Golf Instructor, US Kids Certified Coach, PGA HOPE Certified, PGA Coach Affiliate, ADM and Swing Catalyst Certified, PGA Women’s Leadership Platform Ambassador for the New Jersey PGA Section, LPGA Professional of the Year - 2023 NE Section, NJPGA Player Development Award Winner - 2022

As a PGA/LPGA Professional and female in this industry, my determination to grow the game of golf as a whole is my forefront initiative. To better engage in the encouragement and advancement of my students, mentees, and peers, I am always seeking ways to expand my knowledge and evolve as an instructor, coach, mentor, volunteer, friend, and role model.

Last season I brought together local female professionals to create the “Jersey Girls Golf Squad” which hosts women’s golf days and corporate clinics, at Rutgers University Golf Course, for women who play in public golf leagues in and around NJ. As part of my Growth of the Game initiatives, I have written and published articles and ‘Best Practices’ featured in PGA Magazine, MET Golf Magazine, Golf Range Magazine, and have a featured article in NJ Golf Magazine’s ‘Instruction Series: Random but Routine’, as well as various contributions to backswing.com.

LPGA Professional | Ashburn, VA

2021 Nyles Smith Coach of the Year Award (First Tee D.C. )

Golf Coach at Chantilly High School

I am a proud Centreville native who has been playing and learning the game of golf since the age of 7. I founded the women's golf team at Marymount University. With 8 years as an LPGA Class A Professional under my belt, I bring a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the game to every lesson I teach. ​

​My coaching style reflects a “KISS” (Keep It Simple, Stupid) philosophy, helping my students understand the key fundamentals while making the game approachable and fun. I specialize in working with juniors, helping them develop their skills to compete at the high school and college levels.I founded the First Tee program at Oakmont Golf Course. ​

My success today is largely due to the coaches who supported me during my youth. They believed in me and were always there, offering encouragement every step of the way. My ultimate goal is to provide a life-long golf experience for everyone I work with, making sure they enjoy the game at any age.

LPGA Professional | Tucson, AZ

I specialize in teaching women and creating an environment where they can truly embrace their authentic selves. Through my coaching methods, I empower and encourage women to break free of societal expectations, allowing them to fully express their unique personalities on and off the golf course. Whether it's honing their swing technique or building their confidence, my approach recognizes the importance of individuality, enabling women to excel while staying true to who they are. By fostering a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere, I create a space where women can thrive and unleash their full potential, both as golfers and as individuals.

Head Coach CHS Girls Golf, 2013-present

CPI Certified Putting Instructor

Director/Instructor LPGA Girls Golf of Southern Colorado since 1994

Director of Middle School Golf for School District 11 (boys and girls)

1991 LPGA Central Section Teacher of The Year

2018 & ‘19 Southern Colorado Women's High School Golf Coach of The Year

Kelly’s 30 years of teaching and coaching lends her to be focused on what her students can personally gain, and what steps they need to take to meet each goal. Playing since she was five, and continuing at Colorado State University with collegiate golf, she pursued her love of golf with a deep understanding and background in physical fitness as well as completing her degree as an English major.

Kelly incorporates physical and mental instruction to help her students become better golfers. Her lessons are student centered and cater to the daily/weekly goal of her students providing drills, video lessons and feedback. She is well known in the community for her unrelenting passion for junior golf through coaching at both the middle and high school levels, and mentoring hundreds of young ladies through the LPGA-USGA Girls Golf of Colorado Springs as both the founder and director to college D1-D3 collegiate golf.

LPGA Professional | Southwick, MA & Clearwater, FL

An LPGA Teaching Golf Professional , US Kids Certified Coach and First Tee Certified Lead Coach specializing in youth development. I believe in empowering kids and teens through the game of golf while having fun! A certified LPGA*USGA Girls Golf site director at The Ranch Golf Club, offering fun “girl friendly” events which introduces girls to the game of golf while inspiring girls to dream big. I started the program in 2022 and introduced over 70 girls to the game of golf, helping them learn to engage, make new friends, understand the importance of exercise and how to stay energized in all their daily activities. I am a First Tee coach at The Ranch Golf Club and at Chi Chi Rodriguez Golf Club in Clearwater, Florida.

I’m very passionate and dedicated in creating an active, fun learning experience that builds strength, self-confidence, sportsmanship, integrity, and resilience. Proven ability in teaching golf clinics and private lessons ensuring safety for all and building confidence while growing the game of golf. I have 40 years of experience as an executive in restaurant operations and training and as a business consultant specializing in franchising, operations, training, guest satisfaction and talent development. I deliver results thru strong leadership and interpersonal skills, strategic planning and developing highly effective teams, building partnerships and trust along the way.

LPGA Professional | San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Kim learned to play golf at age 4 and started developing her teaching skills as a swim instructor through high school and college. After establishing a long career in the hi-tech industry she decided to go back into instruction and has been teaching golf since 2001. For 10 years she was with American Golf as Director of Instruction for both Summitpointe and Monarch Bay Golf Clubs. She developed and directed Corporate Instruction Programs and Team Building events. Kim started the Silicon Valley Golf Performance Center (SVGOLFPC) in January 2012.

Kim is a proud member of the LPGA, is a Class “A” Teaching Professional and a graduate of Titleist Performance Institute Seminars (www.mytpi.com). She enjoys helping people realize their full potential as a golfer by identifying their body’s needs for strength and flexibility that could be limiting their swing and game. For Kim, this has made golf instruction not only more exciting, but more meaningful by helping each individual become physically stronger on and off the course!

Kim enjoys all levels of instruction from helping good players become great to helping new golfers by “de-mystifying” the game and making it more enjoyable.

LPGA Professional | Washington, D.C and Maryland, LPGA Class A Teaching & Club Professional, Division I Women’s Golf – James Madison University (CAA), Founder of AdvisoryTee® and Frontline.Golf™, Lead Instructor, The First Tee. Competitor in national and charity pro-am events across the U.S., Former collegiate team captain and multiple amateur event winner

Kristen Treglia, known as “KAT,” is a professional golfer and LPGA Teaching Professional from Baltimore, Maryland. She began playing golf competitively in high school and went on to play Division I Women’s Golf at James Madison University, where she earned a degree in Economics. A former multi-sport athlete, Kristen developed a deep appreciation for golf’s balance of precision, focus, and discipline, qualities that continue to drive her competitive spirit today.

Outside of tournament play, she is the founder of AdvisoryTee® and Frontline.Golf™, two initiatives that blend golf, mentorship, and leadership development. Kristen has also served as a lead instructor for The First Tee and has been featured in numerous corporate and charity golf events across the U.S. Off the course, she enjoys travel, home improvement projects, and exploring golf communities around the world, all while inspiring others to “tee it up” in sport and in life.

When she’s not competing or teaching, Kristen enjoys traveling, visiting local coffee shops, exploring new golf courses, and creating lifestyle content that blends humor, wellness, and sport. She is passionate about inspiring others through the game of golf, on and off the course.

LPGA Professional | Latvia

Laura played golf at East Tennessee State University where she was inducted in the Athletic Hall of Fame in 2020. For nine years, she played professionally on the Ladies European, LPGA and Australian LPG Tours. She was the first golfer from her country to play professionally full time. After retiring from the tour, Laura joined the LPGA Teaching and Club professionals and became PGA Coach and American Development Model Coach certified. Laura is also Mental Golf Type® Certified Coach who can work with you to improve your mental golf game.

In addition, Laura was the assistant golf coach for the University of West Florida women’s golf team in Pensacola, FL for 5 years. Laura’s competitive nature and fun attitude makes her suitable to teach all skill levels. She integrates a wholesome, athletic, student-centered approach when teaching golf to all ages.

Lauren graduated in 2009 from Texas A&M University. In addition to academic excellence she had a decorated junior and collegiate golf career. Lauren joined Massengale Golf Academy in 2009 as junior golf coach and marketing consultant. She led a rebranding of Massengale Golf in 2015 and the founding of Summit Golf School in 2017.

Lauren has an extensive background in junior golf, marketing, and business development. She has cultivated the junior golf development programs and branding of Summit Golf. Since 2017 Summit Golf School has grown to two locations, ten instructors, a junior golf program of over 300 juniors, and several awards. Summit Golf School is now recognized as the top junior golf program in Texas.

Junior Golf Highlights

2003, 2004 played in USGA Junior Girls Championship

2004, 2005, 2006 played in USGA Women’s Amateur Championship

2003, 2004 Texas 5A Team State Champion

2004 Texas 5A State Championship- Placed 2nd

College Golf Highlights

2007, 2008 Big Twelve Team

2006,2007 Big Twelve Team Champions

2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 NCAA Academic All- American

2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Big Twelve Academic All American

2008 NCAA Team Championship school record 6th place.

She has a wealth of teaching and junior development knowledge having worked with Dick Harmon as a junior golfer. Lauren was named a U.S. Kids Golf Top 50 Kids Coach class of 2018 and 2019 and a Master U.S. Kids Coach in 2020.

LPGA Professional | Orland Park, IL

US Kids Golf certified instructor

Teaching HER certified

I believe everyone has the ability to have great success on the golf course. With each student we will establish our goals and decide the best path to take to get there. We will work together to find the best swing that will be the most repeatable and consistent on the golf course.

Class A LPGA Member

US Kids Golf certified instructor

Teaching HER certified instructor

I was a 4 year college golf scholarship recipient at the University of Southern Indiana. I have been an LPGA member since 2012. I started my professional career at Edgewood Valley Country Club as an assistant. After working as an assistant for 2.5 years, I decided to just focus on teaching so I started teaching at the PGA Tour Superstore in Schaumburg, IL. I started teaching there in 2014 and I have been there ever since. When I am not teaching I enjoy spending time with my husband, Heath, and our 3 children; Haylee 7, Kylie 6, and Evan 4.

LPGA and PGA Professional | Alliance, OH

Mary is the Head Golf Professional at Tannehauf Golf Club. She is a PGA Class A Member since 2019 and a LPGA Class A Member since 2023. Mary is a 2012 graduate of the University of Mount Union. Mary is also a 4-time NOPGA Ladies’ Section Champion, 2023 Junior Golf Development Award Winner, 2024 PGA Player Engagement GameChanger Award Winner, and 2024, 2025 Women’s Player of the year for the Northern Ohio PGA Section.

“My goal with every student is to help improve their skills while creating a safe and fun learning environment. I strive to find the most efficient swing for each and every golfer.”

A-LPGA Master Teaching Professional | Prescott, AZ

U.S. Kids Golf certified instructor

TPI Certified Golf/Fitness Professional

Certified Yoga Teacher

International Sports Science Association (ISSA) Certified Elite Fitness Trainer & Nutritionist.

Michele operates on the belief that the secret to being a “complete” golfer lies in taking advantage of the physical, mental and social aspects of the game.

Michele has enjoyed a successful playing career in golf and has earned multiple titles in fitness and body building competitions. Her golf accolades and certifications include being selected among the Top 50 Teachers in America by Golf for Women Magazine and top 100 Teachers in the Northeast by Golf Magazine.

Aside from teaching and performing, Michele is a published writer and TV personality. She has written numerous articles for Golf for Women Magazine and PGA Magazine. In addition, she contributed to the book, The Best Golf Advice I ever Received, by Donald Trump. In front of the camera, Michele spent time on the Golf Channel and on America’s Health Network providing tips and insight.

Michele is originally from Palm Beach, Florida where she completed her education at Lynn University.

LPGA Professional | Pasadena, CA

Michelle Abell is a Class A Member of the LPGA Teaching and Club Professional (T&CP) Division. Michelle has been in and around the golf industry her whole life, playing Division I golf at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock. She also worked in the golf apparel industry with Cutter & Buck, the green grass/pro shop/retail side. Michelle has also worked in the non-profit side, working with The Fairway Foundation, LPGA-USGA Girls Golf and The First Tee - Great Pasadena. She has participated in LPGA Tour events like the Career Women's Golf Day at the Minnesota LPGA Classic. Currently, Michelle teaches at the PGA Women's Golf Clinics as well as provides instruction to people of all ages and abilities at Brookside GC at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA.

LPGA Professional | Manhattan, NY

2021 First Tee of Jersey Shore ACE Winner

2008 National LPGA Coach of the Year​​​​‌‍​‍​‍‌‍ ‌

2007 LPGA Northeast Junior Leader of the Year​​‌‌‌‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‍‍‌‌​‌‍‍​‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​​‍​‍‌ ‌

2007 LPGA Northeast Coach of The Year

I’m very passionate about golf as a sport for everyone — it’s life enhancing and a spectacular game. I work with all levels of players and my goal is always to meet them where their skill level is at and help them reach their goals as a player in a positive environment. My coaching involves technical, physical, and mental aspects of playing. Most important, for each of my players that I coach and work with, I’m their biggest fan!​​​​‌‍​‍​‍‌‍ ‌​‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‍​‍​‍​‍‍​‍​‍‌​‌‍​‌‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‌​‌‍‌​‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍ ​‍​‍​‍​​‍​‍‌‍‍​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍​‍​‍​‍‍​‍​‍‌‍‍​‌‌​‌‌​‌​​​‍‍​‍ ​‍ ‌‍​‌‍​‌‌‍​‌‍‍​​‍‌​​‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍​​ ‌‌​‍‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌ ‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍‌‌​​‌‌​​​‌‌​​‍‌​‌‌​​​​‌‌​‍​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‍​‌‍‍​‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌ ‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍‌‌‌‌​‍‌‌​‌‌‌‍​‌‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‌​ ​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​​ ‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‌​‍‌‍​​ ‌‌‍‍​‌‌​‌‌​‌​​​‍‌‌​​‌​​‌​‍‌‌​​‍‌​‌‍​‍‌‌​​‍‌​‌‍‌‍​‌‍ ‌‍​‌‍​‌‌‍​‌‍‍​‌‍ ‌​‌‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​​‌​​​​​​​​​‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌​​ ‌‌‍​‍​‍​​​​‌‌​‍‌‌‍‌​​​‍​​‌​‍‌​‍​‌‍‌​‌‍​‍​‍‌​‍‌​‌​​‌‍‌‍‌‌​‌​‍‌‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‍‌​‌‍‌​​‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‍​​‌​‍​‌‍​‍​‌​‌‍​‌‍‌​‌‍‌‍​​‌‍‌​​​​‍‌‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌​​‌‍‌‌​ ‌‌‍​‌‍ ‌‍​‌‌‍​‌‍‍​​‍‌‍‌​​‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍​​ ‌‌​‍‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌ ‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍‌‌​​‌‌​​​‌‌​​‍‌​‌‌​​​​‌‌​‍​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‍​‌‍‍​‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌ ‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍‌‌‌‌​‍‌‌​‌‌‌‍​‌‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‌​ ​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​​‍‌‍‌​​‌‍‌‌‌​‍‌​‌​​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌​ ‌‌​​‌‌‌‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‍‍‌‌​‌‍‍​‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‌‍​‌‌‍​‌‍‍​‌‍ ‌​‌‌​​‍‍​​​​​​​​​‍

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Over 25 years of coaching and teaching experience. Most recently served as the Director of Golf/Head Women’s Golf Coach at Monmouth University. Former Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Director of Instruction at Twin Brook Golf Center.She has been featured on Fox Sports as a leading instructor for stroke survivors and was the lead instructor for the ARC of Monmouth, providing instruction for athletes preparing for the Special Olympics. She has spent her career creating and developing programs for players of all levels and abilities and in particular proving instruction for women learning the game, spearheading efforts within the LPGA Amateur NJ Chapters as well as Veterans.​​​​‌‍​‍​‍‌‍

LPGA Professional | Carbondale, CO

Nicole loves teaching and helping others. She has been teaching golf at various locations throughout Colorado and Arizona for over 32 years and is a LPGA Class-A Certified Teaching Professional, TPI Certified, GolfForever Certified, Certified Professional Fitness Trainer and Certified Golf Conditioning Specialist. Through her life experiences, she believes that a person’s body and the way it moves – with strength, efficiency, balance and control - are critical components of a person’s ability to learn golf.

Nicole uses her personal experience and professional expertise with every client. She has a large clientele of golfers of every age and ability, male and female in the Roaring Fork Valley at The Aspen Glen Club, in Carbondale, CO, where she is the LPGA Professional and Director of Golf Instruction, where she has been for over over 25 years! In the colder seasons you can find Nicole on the lesson tee or golf course and traveling with clients in Scottsdale, AZ, where she was previously the LPGA Teaching Professional at The Boulders Golf Resort and was also the Director of Golf Instruction at The Mirabel Club. Nicole was named the LPGA Central Section Teacher of the Year in 2022, 2024 and 2025!

Class A LPGA Member | Centennial, CO

Level I & II US Kids Certified

Positive Coaching Alliance Certified

LPGA Global Education Team Member/ National Evaluator

KPMG PGA Golf Clinics for Women Instructor

PGA Jr. League Captain and Coach

Titleist Golf Ball Certified

For 25 years I have been working to grow the game of golf through fun and education. My work as a member of the LPGA has brought me students from as near as the Denver Metro Area to as far away as South Korea. I am the First Assistant Golf Professional at South Suburban Golf Course in Centennial, CO.

My LPGA training has helped me develop my unique and effective teaching style. I have a passion for teaching, with a degree in education, and every lesson is about my student(s). My knack for making my students feel comfortable and unintimidated sets me apart. When I am not teaching golf, I enjoy anything that takes me outdoors! I love gardening, paddle boarding, camping, and hiking!

LPGA Life Member | Perryville, MD

Patty Reno has been a proud member of the LPGA since 1987 and is currently recognized as a Life Member of the LPGA Professionals. Based in Charlestown, Maryland, she has served as the teaching professional at Furnace Bay Golf Course in Perryville, Maryland, for the past 12 years.

Throughout her career, Reno has shared her expertise across multiple levels of the game, teaching and coaching at universities, community colleges, high schools, and at private, military, and public golf facilities. Her dedication to instruction reflects a lifelong passion for making the game accessible and enjoyable to players of all backgrounds.

Outside of golf, she enjoys sailing, skiing, and playing pickleball. She is also a devoted “fur mom” to her twin black cats, Luke and Leia.

LPGA Professional | Topeka, KS

Having family members in the golf business, Penny has worked at private and public facilities since she technically was in grade school. Having golfed since she was a junior golfer she is full of passion for the game. She currently is the Head Golf Professional at Cypress Ridge Golf Course in Topeka, Kansas.

Penny’s emphasis on teaching is on the basics: grip, stance, posture, alignment and swing. Her approach to teaching offers beginners instant results which is as exciting for Penny as it is the student. Her approach also benefits advanced golfers.

LPGA Professional | Long Island, NY & Fort Myers, FL

Sara Detlefsen is the Head Women’s Golf Coach at Long Island University in New York. Prior to her tenure with the LPGA, Sara taught golf as a Class A member of the LPGA Professionals, and played golf professionally as a member of the LPGA Symetra Tour. In 2016, she played in the LPGA Tour’s Marathon Classic.

Sara played Division I golf at Florida Gulf Coast University, where she earned a B.A. in Political Science and an M.A in Public Administration, graduating with highest honors.

Born in Eagan, Minnesota, Sara moved to Tampa in the spring of 2024. Outside of work, she enjoys volunteering with LPGA-USGA Girls Golf, traveling, and spending time with family.

A Class B Professional | Lancaster-Reading, PA

USGTF Master Instructor (teacher of the month in 2019)

Millersville University, Assistant Women & Mens Golf Coach

US KIDS TOP 50 COACH

Member: International Sport Psychology Association

Instructor for Setup4 Impact®

I was a competitive athlete, earning a black belt in Kung Fu at 22. I made 4 US Olympic Festival Teams and won a Gold Medal in Archery by the age of 27. Then, 10 years later, I went back to playing the game of golf that I loved as a kid.

After volunteering in golf programs for many years, I earned my USGTF (United States Golf Teaching Federation) Level III Certification in 2015 and went on to LPGA Certification, learning from some of the best mentors and teachers in golf. I specialize in all levels of golf training: from youth using US KIDS program, beginners, to high-level college golf athletes, to advanced players.

A and PGA Professional | The Woodlands, TX

LPGA Tour Player

LPGA/PGA Class A

US Master Kids Golf Coach

I have been involved in golf my entire life. I had a distinguished career as a junior/amateur golfer which included being named AJGA Player of the Year in 1984. I joined the LPGA Tour in 1985 at the age of 18 and played as a full time member on the LPGA Tour through 2002. I played in 29 countries around the world and competed in more than 500 professional events worldwide. In 1996, I was fortunate to be named Alabama Sports Writers Female Athlete of the Year and in 2011 I was inducted to the Mobile Sports Hall of Fame.

I began teaching in October 2006. I have focused my teaching philosophy around movement based learning geared specifically toward junior golfers.

A Professional | Germantown, MD

US Kids Certified instructor

Site Director for the LPGA-USGA Girls Golf of Montgomery County

Four-time honorable mention for US Kids Golf Top Coaches

Recipient of 2017 LPGA Northeast Section Junior Golf Leader Award

Tarah grew up golfing in Bloomsburg, PA and has lived in the DC Metro since graduating from college in 2006. Tarah learned golf at a very young age because her Dad would bring her and her older siblings to the course with him. She started playing competitively when she was 11 and went on to earn a scholarship to Wake Forest University. She transferred to Saint Francis University in PA where she graduated with a BS in Information Systems and Mathematics. While there, she was the Captain of the 2-time NCAA division I championship qualifying women's team. Tarah teaches men and women of all abilities and is passionate about youth development.

A Class A Teaching Professional, USGTF Golf Professional | Boynton Beach, FL

Ms. Beucher had the great fortune of learning how to play and teach golf from one of the country's leading Golf Professionals. Manuel de la Torre of Milwaukee Country Club, was one of the most highly respected and sought after swing coaches of the last 60+ years. Mr. de la Torre's method and concept is only taught by a few select professionals across the country. Since his passing in April of 2016, Ms. Beucher has become an integral part of a Teaching and Coaching Seminar each year, for Golf Professionals interested in Mr. de la Torre's method and swing concepts.

In 1994, Ms. Beucher was nominated for "Teacher of the Year" for the Wisconsin Section of the PGA, and was one of the Illinois and Wisconsin top 10 teachers, she has also been nominated as Teacher of the Year with the LPGA numerous times. She then moved to Florida in 1999. In 2000, Ms. Beucher was named "Teacher of the Year" for the USGTF, (United States Golf Teachers Federation), an honor that she held for 2 years.

In her own right, Ms. Beucher also played some competitive golf throughout her career. She played on the Futures Tour for 3 1/2 years in the mid 1990's. However, teaching the game of golf .is where Ms. Beucher's heart is. Throughout her career, as both a "Club Professional" and "Playing Professional", Ms. Beucher has always come back to teaching. She owned and operated the state of Florida's first ever "Indoor Golf Learning Center" 8:15 Tee Time Inc., from 1999 through 2005. She has taught golfers of all skill levels and ages throughout her 25+ year career.