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Robert Linville - Director of Golf Instruction
Robert's passion is teaching golf. It is something he has done for over 25 years. A Class A instructor in the Professional Golfers Association (PGA) of America, Robert has gained the praise and respect of his peers as one of the finest golf instructors in the Southeast. On September 5, 2001, Robert made his first appearance on the Golf Channel Golf Academy Live. In 1993, the members of the Carolinas PGA recognized Robert as the Teacher of the Year. His teaching was again recognized in 2008 when Golf Digest selected Robert as one of the "Top 10 Instructors in North Carolina".
A standout golfer, Robert was an All-American at Guilford College from 1976-1980. Following college, he played professional golf for several years before devoting full-time to teaching others. He and his family returned to Greensboro from Florida in 1984, and he became Co-Head Pro at Forest Oaks Country Club, site of the PGA Tour's Greater Greensboro Chrysler Classic.
In 1989, Robert decided to focus solely on instructing the game and co-founded Precision Golf School. Starting in a strip-mall off Friendly Avenue, Robert and his partner Rodney Morrow began to grow what has become the Triad's leader in golf instruction. Following two moves, Precision Golf School has grown to five Triad locations and a staff of eight full-time instructors, all working under the tutelage of Robert.
In addition to being an accomplished instructor, Robert's passion for golf coaching has garnered great successes. From 1995 to 2006, Robert served as Head Coach to the Greensboro College Men's Golf Team. Creating one of the most successful programs in the country, the GC Pride finished in the top five for 6 consecutive seasons at the NCAA Division III championship finals. In 2000, the Pride won the NCAA championship, defeating perennial powerhouse Methodist College by a single stroke. Robert's leadership was recognized twice by being named NCAA National Coach of the Year in 1999 and 2000. In addition, he was selected to coach the US National Team in the annual US-Japan collegiate competition twice.
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Chris Haarlow - Director Instructor
Chris Haarlow is the Class A PGA Instructor with Precision Golf School. Chris serves as the Head Instructor for PGS in addition to directing the Award Winning Precision Golf Junior Academy. Chris has been named a Top-50 Kids Teacher in America by US Kids Golf Inc for the five consecutive years (2004 - 2008); one of only three instructors in the country to receive this continued honor. This award is given the top professionals who have dedicated their careers to developing youth golf in their communities and are known for their overall excellence and commitment to serving youth.
Chris grew up in the Pinehurst area and received some of the best golf instruction in the World as a junior golfer. He continues that tradition today with the Precision Golf School which he joined in 1999.
A three-time All-American on the Guilford College Golf Team (1989, 1990, 1991), Chris is also an accomplished golfer. He has one of the lowest scoring averages in Quaker history and was twice tournament medalist, including the 1990 District Championship. Following college, Chris played professionally for 6 years highlighted by the 1994 U.S. Open at Oakmont.
In 2000, Chris was instrumental in obtaining a USGA start-up grant for $80,000 to initiate the Triad Youth Golf Foundation. This program offers golf instruction to area kids in a structured mentoring program that goes far beyond the basics. Scores of area kids receive their fullest exposure to the fun, challenges, and traditions of golf during the extensive clinics staged by Chris and his assistants.
Throughout his tenure at Precision Golf, Chris has been leading the growth and advancement in the quantity and quality of offerings presented. Chris' enthusiasm and passion for instructing the game is seen throughout the Junior Academy and beyond. Chris's days are spent working with adults looking for an edge or collegiate golfers honing their skills, and his afternoons and evenings training junior players looking to make their mark on the game.
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Simon McGreal - Head Instructor
Simon's has a passion for the game of golf like no other, he has over 15 years of PGA member experience in instruction and has taught well over 15,000 golf lessons to students in five different countries, (England, Scotland, France, Germany and USA) from beginners to former National Amatuer Champions. A Class A Instructor in two separate Professional systems, (British and American) Simon has also gained respect from him peers by competing on all of the National Professional tours in North America, (PGA Tour, Nationwide and Canadian Tours)
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Steve Nixon - Head Instructor
Steve Nixon is a Class “A” member of the PGA. In October he gained status of a “Certified Instructor” of the PGA. One of only two PGA “Certified Instructors” in the Triad area.
Steve serves as a Head Instructor with Precision Golf School in the Winston-Salem area. He offers 21 years of Professional playing and teaching experience. He has worked at great facilities such as Bermuda Run Country Club in Advanced, and Salem Glen Country Club in Clemmons. His teaching experience includes mini-tour players all the way to beginners.
Steve's playing experience includes stints on numerous mini-tours, including the Tear Drop, Tommy Armour, Hooters, and Tarheel tours. He claimed several top ten finishes and has captured 22 Carolina PGA Section Pro-Am titles. He has earned exempt status to the Carolina’s PGA Section Major Championships. He also has two wins on the Triangle Golf Tour.
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Jeff Crittenden - Head Instructor
Class A PGA Professional, Jeff Crittenden joined the Precision Golf School in the Spring 2007. Jeff is the Head Instructor at the Bryan Park facility and Director of Golf Schools. Jeff also is a lead instructor with ESPN Golf Schools Presented by American Express staff since 2004.
A native of southeastern Pennsylvania where he was a standout collegiate baseball player, Jeff began teaching golf at Wyncote Golf Club in Oxford, PA. He relocated to Florida where he competed and won on many different professional golf tours. He taught at Grand Cypress Academy of Golf in Orlando, where he studied under Fred Griffin and Phil Rodgers, both Top 50 instructors.
Jeff's teaching experience also includes Lead Instructor of the Swing's the Thing Golf Schools at Orange Lake Resort and Country Club in Orlando. There, he studied under Top 50 instructors Rick McCord and Dick Farley. After returning to Pennsylvania, he resumed teaching at Wyncote Golf Club. He also served as Director of Instruction for The First Tee of Suburban Philadelphia and golf coach for the Oxford High School team.
Jeff is an active participant in the Re/Max World Long Drive Competition and a member of the Alpha Golf Long Drive Team. In 2007, he qualified as a finalist in the World Championship to be held in October. His longest competitive drive is 415 yards. Learn more about Jeff's Long Drive Career.
| Name | Jeff Crittenden |
| Residence | Greensboro NC |
| Height | 6 foot 1inch |
| Weight | 230 lbs |
| Swing speed | 140 mph |
| Ball speed | 208 mph |
| Longest Competitive drive | 415 yds |
| Driver | 7.5 Alpha Plasma C8302 |
| Shaft | House of Forged Ultra XXX |
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Jay Patterson - Senior Instructor
Jay joins Precision with a professional golf background on the course and the practice tee. Jay was a golf teaching professional at Treyburn CC and Briar Creek CC in the Triangle.
Previously, Jay had a successful mini-tour career that featured multiple victories on the Tear Drop and Hooters Tour. Jay brings experience teaching and playing at the highest levels.
Email Jay at jpatterson@precisiongolfschool.com
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Corey Maggard - Senior Instructor
Corey Maggard is a Titleist Performance Institute Level 2 Golf Instructor. He is also the Head Golf Coach at Guilford College. In 2011, Corey was named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Coach of the Year.
Before starting as Guilford College Coach in 2010, Corey was an Assistant Professional at Man O’ War Golf Learning Center in Lexington, Ky. He served as a TPI Golf Fitness Instructor and Staff Golf Instructor. Corey was a 3-Time All-Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference selection at Transylvania University in Lexington, Ky. After college, Corey briefly played professional golf before becoming a golf instructor.
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Davis Troxler - Senior Instructor
Davis joins Precision Golf after being an Assistant Golf Professional for several years. He started as an Assistant Golf Professional back in 1986 at The Cardinal Golf and Country Club in Greensboro, NC. He also has been an Assistant Golf Professional at Willow Creek Country Club in High Point, NC, Grandover Resort in Greensboro, NC and most recently at Bryan Park in Greensboro, NC. Davis was also a Golf instructor at Guilford Technical Community Collage in Jamestown, NC.
Davis is a graduate of Page High School in Greensboro, NC. He went on to study Broadcast Meteorology at Mississippi State University. Davis now lives in Greensboro with his wife Kathy.
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Jonathan Dudley - Senior Instructor
Jonathan joins Precision Golf School this year as a golf instructor and also a knowledgable fitness trainer.
He is an accomplished golfer including three years of professional golf following an All-American collegiate career at Greensboro College.
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Justin Scott - Teaching Professional
Justin Scott is a Class A Member of the PGA of America following his attendance and graduation from the PGA Golf Management and Business Administration programs at NC State University. While pursuing his degrees, Justin completed numerous internships; The Washington Duke, Grandover Golf Resort & Spa, Farmlinks Golf Resort, and Raleigh Country Club, that led him to realize his passion and devotion to golf instruction and education. Justin has been commended on his patience for juniors, simplicity in explaining difficult concepts, and dedication to effective communication channels. His main goal is to challenge novice players to achieve their greatest potential and inspire the advanced to reach the next level in their game.
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Tim Samelak - Teaching Professional
Tim attended United States Golf Teacher Federation Certification Course and is a certified Level 3 Teaching Professional. He assisted the Men's Golf Team at Page High School and led the team to the regional tournament in 2010. Tim has had a lifelong passion for the game since the age of 5, and has held multiple jobs and volunteer positions sharing his passion for the game with players of all skill levels.
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Ted Bonham - Teaching Professional
Ted Bonham is the Director of Fitness for Precision Golf and Tennis. He is a certified Titleist Performance Institute Instructor and a certified Sport Specific Personal Trainer and a Sports Conditioning Specialist through the International Fitness Professional Association. I received my certification through Dr. Greg Rose and Dave Phillips who are regulars on The Golf Channel.
“What I bring to you as a fitness instructor, is an in depth evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses. With this, I provide a detailed fitness program targeting those areas needing help while maintaining your strengths. I believe fitness training should be a positive experience. I like to have fun while achieving your fitness goals.
Ted has worked with golf professionals on the Champions Tour, LPGA Tour, Nationwide Tour, College All-Americans & junior tournament champions. In addition, he has trained junior & collegiate tennis champions. Ted's expertise and skills in training athletes is tested at the highest levels and can also work for you. He works with many weekend golfers looking to gain an edge or just live healthier lives.
Contact Ted today to get started! - Email Ted or call Precision Fitness at 336-510-4653.
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Teaching Assistants
Brock Elder
Codey Adams
Tim Samelak
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Instructors
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