Performance Golf Instructor

Darien Zhao

Darien Zhao is a recent graduate from UCI where he was the Captain of the Men’s Golf Team. With over 100 hours of coaching under his belt, Darien is the perfect coach for students of any skill level and age. Darien holds the school record for lowest score in a round shooting a 62 at Fort Washington in 2023 and received All-Conference Honors for 3 consecutive years.  In his 16 years of experience, golfing has led him to be exceptionally equipped to teach his students with precise guidance and professionalism, while maintaining a positive and bright attitude. Darien looks forward to giving back to the game of golf for anyone who is looking to elevate their game to the next level. 

Performance Golf Instructor

Kevin Christie

With over 8 years of coaching experience, Kevin has had the privilege of working with golfers of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals. He has played at a competitive level for 20 years through SCPGA and AJGA as a junior as well as USGA and SCGA as collegiate and an amateur player. He is able to provide insights from personal experience and connect with golfers on a deeper level. Many of his students achieved remarkable progress under his guidance, including lower handicaps, tournament wins, and improved overall enjoyment of the game. Their success speaks to his commitment to their growth as golfers. Kevin takes pride in the ability to communicate complex golf concepts in an understandable manner. This skill not only facilitates learning but also fosters a positive atmosphere on and off the golf course.

Performance Golf Instructor

Esther Lee

Esther Lee is a graduate from Chicago University where she was in the 2nd Team All-American Conference. With more than 15 years of golf experience and over 1,500 hours of coaching, Esther has coached golfers of all skill levels aged 5-86. With her diverse background as an Assistant Coach for two seasons at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale and as a Professional Golf Coach at Tustin Ranch Golf Course, Esther is extremely well-verse in all facets of golf and is an excellent choice for golfers who want to elevate their game while learning to love the sport. Her philosophy for golf is to keep things simple - understanding the fundamentals of the sport in a precise and accurate way. 

“My goal is to help my students reach their highest potential in this difficult sport by sharing my knowledge of the game.”  

-Esther Lee