Susie Helmerich, LPGA – Head Golf Professional Email me at susie.helmerich@denvergov.org HOMETOWN: Austin, TX LOCATION: City Park Golf Course EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Sciences from DU, Master’s Degree in Sports Administration from UNC, teaching professor at MSU, certified LPGA instructor since 2006, 2009 LPGA Central Section Professional Of The Year. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: Susie is an avid golfer with a deep passion for teaching and mentoring her students. She always considers the goals of the student and designs her lesson plan to fit the individual to help them perfect their golf game. Susie always reminds her students to never sweat the small stuff, and remember that even Tiger Woods was a beginner once. FAVORITE CLUB: 7-iron, because of the creativity is allows from any point on the golf course. FAVORITE GOLF PRO: Davis Love III
Chris Hamilton, PGA – Assistant Golf Professional
Email me at christopher.hamilton@denvergov.org HOME TOWN: Northglenn, CO LOCATION: Evergreen Golf Course EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Graduated from UCCS with a Bachelor of Science in the PGA Golf Management program. PGA certified Player Development Professional, 2017. TEACHINGPHILOSOPHY: Chris models his teaching after Jack Nicklaus and believes that 90% of a golf swing happens prior to swinging the club. He believes in developing your game from tee to green, which is why he emphasizes the importance of chipping and putting during his lessons. Chris takes great pride when he sees his students confidence grow after hitting a well-executed shot. Always remember, GRIP – AIM – STANCE! FAVORITE CLUB: Putter – if the putter is clicking then all the confidence grows from there. FAVORITE GOLF PRO: Payne Stewart
Devon Puleo, PGA – Head Golf Professional Call me at 720.865.0722 HOME TOWN: Denver, CO LOCATION: Kennedy Golf Course EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: A Graduate of Littleton High School, Devon has been playing golf ever since he could hold a club and has been teaching for over 20 years. After studying Architecture and drafting at a technical school in Phoenix, he moved into the golf business. He worked at Cherry Hills for 10 years as a caddy, a caddy master and a bag room attendant. He was an assistant pro at The Pinnacle Club (Arkansas), Highlands Ranch Country Club and the Country Club at Castle Pines. He then became the head pro at City Park and moved to Kennedy as the head golf professional in 2009. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: Devon likes to keep it simple throughout the lesson and is a firm believer that practice is the best way to shave strokes off your game. FAVORITE CLUB: Putter, most important club in the bag. FAVORITE GOLF PRO(S): Calvin Peete and Freddy Couples
Sam Mirreghabi - Assistant Golf Professional
Email me at sam.mirreghabi@denvergov.org HOME TOWN: San Diego, CA LOCATION: Kennedy Golf Course EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: PGA Member, BA from UCSD. 8 Years of experience in the golf industry. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY:Sam believes everyone can have fun playing golf if they have the correct attitude and willingness to learn. Learning golf requires patience from both the student and the instructor. With this mentality and correct mechanics, playing golf is much more rewarding for people of all ages and abilities. FAVORITE CLUB: Driver. One of the most rewarding moments in playing golf is when you hit the perfect shot with the driver. FAVORITE GOLF PRO: Ben Hogan
Joe Pinson, PGA – Head Golf Professional
Call me at 720.865.0432 HOME TOWN: Denver, CO LOCATION: Overland Park Golf Course v EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: New Mexico Highlands University and golf team alum, Golf professional since ’87, PGA member since ’91. PGA certified in golf operations and golf management. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: Joe's teaching philosophy is simple and very easy to remember; whatever you’re doing wrong, just do the opposite (i.e. if you are hitting a big slice or fade, learn how to hook or draw the ball). Joe loves teaching golf and passing on the life lessons of the game to other players. FAVORITE CLUB: Sand wedge, because you can be so versatile with this club. FAVORITE GOLF PRO(S): Jack Nicklaus and Fred Couples
Lynette Martinez, LPGA - Assistant Golf Professional Call me at 720.865.0434 HOME TOWN: Lakewood, Colorado EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Colorado State University. LPGA Class B Professional. 4-year Starter at Colorado State University. 2002 Mountain West Conference Champion. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: I strive to make golf as fun as possible for my students. I do this, by simplifying the lesson, and addressing one or two key points to work on. I create fun games or challenges, which are aimed at helping the student achieve their goal for the lesson. By following this lesson model, the students don’t feel overwhelmed with an abundance of information and they are having fun, while learning! FAVORITE CLUB: Putter, this is where you can do your best scoring! FAVORITE GOLF PRO: My college friend, Martin Laird…Go Rams!
Kirk Mease, PGA – Head Golf Professional Call me at 720.865.0442 HOME TOWN: Denver, CO LOCATION: Wellshire Golf Course EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: George Washington H.S. graduate and golf team alum, Bachelor’s Degree from CSU in Recreation Resource Management, Class A PGA certification ’93. Kirk has over 35 years of experience playing Denver courses and 26 years teaching. Kirk has worked with the VA and Craig Hospital to build the PGA HOPE (Healing Our Patriots Everywhere) program at Wellshire—and received the Pillar award for his work in 2017 and the Growth of the Game award in 2019 from the Colorado PGA Section. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: Kirk is passionate about sharing this game with everyone and providing opportunities for Veteran’s and others with disabilities to learn. His goal in every lesson is to make sure you are having as much fun as possible! FAVORITE CLUB: Putter, since the majority of your strokes (and heart burn) come off that club! FAVORITE GOLF PRO: Tom Watson
Geoff Strasser, PGA – Assistant Golf Professional
Email me at geoffrey.strasser@denvergov.org HOME TOWN: Buffalo, NY LOCATION: Wellshire Golf Course EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Geoff has been working in the golf industry for over 30 years. He graduated from the PGA/PGM Program in Port St. Lucie, FL and has been a PGA certified instructor since 2004. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: Geoff likes to keep it simple when giving lessons. He is a firm believer that too much information can become overwhelming. Geoff loves it when his students have that “aha” moment in their development. FAVORITE CLUB: 7 Wood, because he can hit it from anywhere! FAVORITE GOLF PRO: Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy
Ben Tremayne – Head Golf Professional
Email me at benjamin.tremayne@denvergov.org HOME TOWN: Houston, TX LOCATION: Willis Case Golf Course EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Certified PGA instructor since 2011, assistant Golf Professional for 10 years. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: Ben wants his students to have fun and leave the lesson feeling accomplished. He can't wait to see you become the golfer you have always wanted to be. Ben gets the most satisfaction from seeing a student smile after making good contact with the ball and hit a great shot. FAVORITE CLUB: Sand Wedge, which he uses 95% of the time within 100 yards. FAVORITE GOLF PRO: Ben Hogan who he idolizes for his golf abilities.
Alex Gough, PGA – Assistant Golf Professional
Call me at 720.865.0702 HOME TOWN: Lakewood, CO LOCATION: Willis Case Golf Course EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Alex has been working in the golf business for almost 10 years. A PGM apprentice, he is working toward his PGA Class A membership. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: Alex believes it's all about impact. He enjoys teaching the skillset it takes to control impact at every level. There is no better feeling for Alex than watching a student hit the shot they want time and time again. FAVORITE CLUB: Driver! I love watching that ball fly. FAVORITE GOLF PRO: Ed Oldham, for inspiring me to keep learning and growing.
Aqua Golf
Adult Lessons
Main Phone: (720) 865-0880
Please call for lesson information. There are no instructors currently at this location.
*Notice to students: Do not pay the instructor directly. Pay for your lesson in the pro shop to the sales associate on duty. Instructors will receive payment through our payroll system once the lesson is rung up in the point of sale system.
*Notice to students: Do not pay the instructor directly. Pay for your lesson in the pro shop to the sales associate on duty. Instructors will receive payment through our payroll system once the lesson is rung up in the point of sale system.
Evergreen
Adult Lessons
Main Phone: (720) 865-3430
Please call for lesson information. There are no instructors currently at this location.
*Notice to students: Do not pay the instructor directly. Pay for your lesson in the pro shop to the sales associate on duty. Instructors will receive payment through our payroll system once the lesson is rung up in the point of sale system.
Semi Private Two to Four People: $90 First student, $45 each additional student/45 min.
Series of 4 Lessons: Four private lessons: $200/30 minutes. Semi private: $260 first student, $130 each additional student for 45 min.
Additional Offerings: On course playing lessons, video analysis, clinics, customized corporate group events. Please call for more details.
*Notice to students: Do not pay the instructor directly. Pay for your lesson in the pro shop to the sales associate on duty. Instructors will receive payment through our payroll system once the lesson is rung up in the point of sale system.
Two to Four People: $80 first student, $40 each additional 45 minutes
Series of Lessons: Four private lessons: $200-Semi private: $250-First Student, $125-each additional student for 45 min.
Additional Offerings: Full service club fitting, playing lessons, video analysis, clinics, group outings, Junior specific instruction. Please call for more details.
*Notice to students: Do not pay the instructor directly. Pay for your lesson in the pro shop to the sales associate on duty. Instructors will receive payment through our payroll system once the lesson is rung up in the point of sale system.
Two to Four People: $50 each for two students, $40 each for three for 45 min.
Series of Lessons: Four private lessons: $200/30 min., Semi-private: $175 each for two. $150 each for three students for 45 min.
Additional Offerings: Gift Certificates
*Notice to students: Do not pay the instructor directly. Pay for your lesson in the pro shop to the sales associate on duty. Instructors will receive payment through our payroll system once the lesson is rung up in the point of sale system.
Two to Four People: $60 first student, $40 each additional, 45 min.
Series of Lessons: Four private lessons: $200/30 min., Semi-private: $200 first student, $175 each additional student for 45 min.
Additional Offerings: Gift Certificates
*Notice to students: Do not pay the instructor directly. Pay for your lesson in the pro shop to the sales associate on duty. Instructors will receive payment through our payroll system once the lesson is rung up in the point of sale system.
Pro Tip Videos
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