The Instructors

WALLY ARMSTRONG 

Armstrong is best noted for teaching the feel of the golf game by the use of familiar objects such as brooms, mops, footballs, Hula-Hoops, hangers, etc. His unique emphasis on visual imagery has proven to be a major breakthrough in the field of golf instruction. He taught at the 1990 and 1992 PGA Teaching and Coaching Summits and has conducted seminars for the PGA Education Department as well as for local sections of the PGA of America. He has done seminars for the National Golf \Foundation of Japan, and conducted clinics in China, Korea, Venezuela, Honduras, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada and Mexico. Wally was on the cover of Golf Magazine in May 1993 and Golf Week in January 1993. Wally along with PGA Tour star Tom Lehman, co-authored a reprint of a classic golf instructional book, Live Hands. He is also the co-author of three books with Jim Sheard, In His Grip, Playing the Game, and Finishing the Course.  www.wallysworldofgolf.com

DAVID GLENZ

1998 PGA National Teacher of the Year, 9 time New Jersey PGA Teacher of the Year, Elected to NJPGA Hall of Fame, Golf Magazine Top 100 Teachers, Golf Digest Top 50 Teachers, 6 Time New Jersey PGA Player of the Year, NJPGA Player of the Decade 1980’ s, author of the new Instruction Book: Lowdown from the Lesson Tee, Co- Auth or of the instructional video The 10 Fundamentals of the Modern Golf Swing.

JASON HRYNKIW

Jason turned professional in 1995 after receiving a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Northwood University in West Palm Beach, Florida. Jason worked as an Assistant Professional and instructor at the prestigious Lost Tree Club in North Palm Beach where he left to play the Canadian Tour in 2003. He joins the team with not only successful professional playing experience, but solid teaching experience as well as an extensive knowledge of golf equipment. His positive approach to the game encourages golfers of all levels, from juniors to scratch players.

JERILYN BRITZ

A 25 year LPGA Tour player and 1979 US Open Champion. Jerilyn is one of the finest teachers in golf today. Jeri's experience includes a Masters Degree in Physical Education and five years as a high school teacher. She uses her abilities as a teacher to create an easy to understand and fun lesson program that is sure to improve your game. Jeri still competes on the LPGA Tour and brings this experience and knowledge to each student.

DON KOTNIK

PGA of America - Golf Professional of the Year 1993, PGA of America - Bob MacNally Award 1997, President - Northern Ohio Section PGA 1997, 1998, Northern Ohio PGA-Professional of the Year 1991, 1993, Golf Industry Magazine- Professional of the Year Midwest Region 1991, Northern Ohio PGA-Horton Smith Award 1978, 1979, 1980, 1982,1985, 1986, Northern Ohio PGA- Junior Golf Leader 1989, Golf Coach University of Toledo 1974 – 1991, Given over 80 Teaching Seminars throughout the USA, Taught over 60 - State, Regional or City Junior Champions, President-Toledo PGA.

REAGAN BAX

Reagan is our representative for the David Glenz Golf Academy as the Director of Instruction at their Orlando location, Orange County National. Reagan has trained under David Glenz a top 100 and top 50 instructor, he has also trained under Don Kotnik a top 100 instructor and Master Professional. Reagan spent three years as a certified instructor for the Faldo Golf Institute and with all that experience we are glad to have Reagan available to teach golfers of all levels for VIP. Reagan turned Professional in 1999, after moving to America from New Zealand.

BOB DICKMAN

Holistic teaching philosophy which integrates fundamentals, fitness, and fitting in order to construct a swing which is most efficient for the individual. * Instructed PGA and LPGA players; combined total of over 40 Tour victories. * Instructor several US Amateur and US Junior Amateur qualifiers * Instructor to countless junior golfers who have went on to win college scholarships * Mentor to PGA Teaching Professionals across the country * President of Suttie/Dickman Golf. A company Bob Dickman and Dr. Jim Suttie(2000 National PGA Teacher of the Year) founded that offers corporate teaching venues, teaching seminars, and technology advancements in golf *Former Head Professional and Director of Golf at two of America 's mot prestigious clubs for 20 years.

TOM TARSIA

Tom turned professional at age 23 after attending Jacksonville University. He has played in numerous professional events and has been the teaching professional at the Essex County Country Club in West Orange, NJ for the past seven years. Tom has studied under some of the most renowned teachers in the country, all of which are currently ranked in the Top 100 Instructors in the USA. Besides his excellent teaching of the physical side of the golf swing, Tom has an in-depth knowledge of the psychological aspects of the game. This unique insight, coupled with strong swing fundamentals has helped Tom do wonders for all levels of golfers! A golf school with Tom is a true learning experience and for many a breakthrough experience in their golfing lives.

EARL SVENNINGSEN

Quarter-century member of the PGA. Featured speaker at PGA Teaching and Playing seminars, creator of "Swing the Natural Way" instructional video. Four-time Colorado PGA Horton Smith Award winner and Colorado PGA Teacher of the Year. Earl played on the PGA Tour and has won the Colorado PGA Senior Championship and the New Mexico and Nevada Senior Opens.

BRAD YATES

Brad is the day-to-day Operations Manager for all of our locations. His responsibilities include working with potential clients to learn the needs of each golfer, and how VIP can best serve that individual. He does an outstanding job working with every VIP student to perfectly match them with the proper instructor and location.

KENT BROWN

Kent Brown has played competitively and taught golf for over 30 years. He is the Co-founder of The Professional Golfers Career College, started in 1990, and has served as the Executive Director for the past 15 years. This renowned school teaches the Golf Professional how to teach others, so we are truly honored to have someone with Kent's abilities and experience collaborating with The Corporate Golf School.  Kent is also the Executive Director of the International Junior Golf Tour. Kent was a District Manager for over 15 years with The Ben Hogan Golf Company, giving him a keen knowledge of equipment, swing analysis and instruction.

BILL KURP

Bill Kurp, a native of Western Pennsylvania, has been teaching the game of golf to golfers of all ages for over 35 years. He is currently a teaching professional at the Robert Morris University Island Sports Center in Pittsburgh. At the Sports Center he gives a high volume of lessons to people of all skill levels. He conducts a weekly senior clinic, as well as ladies beginner and intermediate classes. He's been a resource to golfers in other ways as he has authored a weekly golf tip newspaper column and is a highly trained club fitter. Bill has the necessary skills to take players of all abilities to the next level of their game.

DR. JIM SUTTIE

Dr. Suttie is the 2000 National PGA Teacher of the Year, listed as one of the Top 50 Golf Instructors in the USA, by Golf Magazine. He is also the 3 time recipient of the Illinois PGA Teacher of the Year. He won several awards as a college golf coach, and is a contributing editor to "Golf magazine," "Golf Illustrated", and "Golf Tips". He has worked with many PGA touring professionals including Chip Beck, Fred Funk, Carin Koch, Vicki Goetze Ackerman, Steve Flesch, Silvia Cavalleri, and Loren Roberts.  www.jimsuttie.com