Your Golf Pro on a Mission to Elevate Your Game!,Hello there! I'm Derrick, your local golf enthusiast and dedicated Golf Pro. My mission? To make your golf journey the best it can be. Let's have fun, enjoy the game, and embark on an exciting golf adventure together.About Me: Unveiling the Journey Born in Spokane, WA and a proud graduate of Reardan-Edwall High School, my passion for sports ignited early. My coaching journey includes disciplines like Track & Field, Golf, Baseball, and more.From Friends to Students: I began teaching golf to friends and family, discovering the joy of witnessing improvement firsthand. This ignited a spark, leading me to elevate my passion into a full-fledged career in Golf Instruction.A Hawai'i Interlude: In 2013, I journeyed to Kapolei, HI, beginning my journey in the Golf Industry at Ko'Olina Golf Course as an OGS worker. This immersive experience taught me the game and its industry intricacies from the ground up.A Coaching Evolution: Expertise Refined Since 2016, I've been coaching professionally, consistently refining my craft year by year. This evolution culminated in the birth of my unique teaching style: SMRT Golf, or Sports Movement Related Technique. This innovative approach applies familiar learned movements to your swing, fostering faster and more effective learning. Get the most out of your golf lessons and transition to the course with confidence.My Golfing Odyssey:2013-2015: Ko 'Olina GC: OGS/Starter,2015-2016: Kapolei GC: Pro-Shop/OGS,2016-2018: Sun Dance GC: Assistant/Head Pro,2018-Present: Fairways GC: Director of Instruction,2023-Present: X-Golf Spokane Valley: Teaching ProfessionalJoin Me on this Golf Adventure: Let's embark on a journey where improvement meets enjoyment. From novices to seasoned players, I'm here to make your golf experience remarkable.