From recreational golfers to winners on the PGA Tour, Rick Smith is recognized as one of the top instructors in the world. PGA Tour winners such as Jack Nicklaus, Phil Mickelson, Lee Janzen, Rocco Mediate, and many others have benefited from Rick's guidance. And it's easy to see why.
The philosophy of Rick Smith and all Academy Instructors is simple: Help every player; regardless of skill level, develop to their highest potential. Rick and his staff achieve success through clear communication, state-of-the-art video analysis technology, and a 2:1 student-to-teacher ratio – the lowest in the industry.
Henry Young, Director of InstructionHenry YoungHenry brings a wealth of experience to the Rick Smith Golf Academy. He has been a member of the PGA since 1971 and has headed the Rick Smith Golf Academy since its inception in 1990. A graduate of Duke University, Henry is consistently ranked by various golf magazines as a "Top 10 Instructor in Michigan" and is a past recipient of the Michigan PGA Teacher of the Year award. |
Jason Guss, Senior Academy InstructorJason GussJason is one of the brightest and most talented young instructors in the country. He has been named a "Top 10 Instructor in Michigan," & "Top 20 Teachers in America Under the Age of 40." Jason has regularly been featured in Golf Digest. He graduated from the Ferris State University Professional Golf Management Program & has been a member of the PGA since 2004. Jason joined the Rick Smith Golf Academy in 2001. |
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