Golf Instructors

Instructor / TexasAustinJihoon Kim, Ph.D
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Jihoon Kim, Ph.D

Course: Dr. Golf Studio, The Driving Range Round Rock
Position: Head Golf Professional
Email: jihoon.kim@pga.com
Phone: (512) 310-8911
Jihoon Kim is a highly accomplished professional in the field of sports science and golf education. He holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Sports Science from Seoul National University in South Korea, and he furthered his academic journey by obtaining a Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin. Over the course of his impressive 17-year teaching career, he has shared his expertise in golf and diverse coursework at renowned institutions such as UT Austin, Seoul National University, and the Korea Military Academy. Notably, Jihoon Kim is recognized as an associate of the PGA of America, showcasing his dedication to the sport of golf. He also holds the esteemed title of USGTF Master Golf Professional and serves as a course examiner. In addition to his educational and golf-related achievements, he has held significant positions in the realm of sports science and golf education. These roles include serving as a Professor in the Department of Fitness Management at the Korea Military Academy, instructing in the Department of Kinesiology & Health Education at The University of Texas at Austin, teaching in the Department of Physical Education at Seoul National University, and contributing as a full-time researcher at the National Defense and Fitness Research Institute in South Korea. Jihoon Kim's multifaceted career exemplifies his commitment to advancing the fields of sports science and golf education.