Allen Terrell

Please indicate past awards won/recognitions:
PGA Section Teacher of the Year, GRAA Growth of the Game Teaching Professional, Golf Magazine Top 100

Other awards won (if provided):

Total number of individual lessons given per year:
Male: 900
Female: 300
Junior: 1250

Total number of individual clinics given per year:
70

Please indicate any Growth of the Game initiatives your facility/academy has launched over the past year (please give specifics on such programs):
Free Monthly Lesson Program

As a way of giving back to the community and expressing appreciation to those who serve others, Allen offers several free monthly lesson programs throughout the year. These events provide individuals with access to professional golf instruction at no cost and help introduce new players to the game in a fun and welcoming environment.

Recent free lesson days have been dedicated to veterans, active military personnel, first responders, law enforcement officers, firefighters, teachers, healthcare workers, and other community members who make a difference every day. These programs not only show appreciation but also create opportunities for individuals who may not otherwise have access to golf instruction.

Through this initiative, Allen's Golf School provides more than 250 hours of free instruction annually, helping participants improve their skills, build confidence, and develop a lifelong connection to the game.

Summer Junior Golf Camps

One of the most successful programs offered each year is our Summer Junior Golf Camp Series. We host five separate three-day camps designed specifically for beginner and intermediate junior golfers at an affordable price point, ensuring that cost is never a barrier to participation.

For young beginners, our primary focus is making golf fun and engaging. Through obstacle courses, functional movement activities, skills challenges, team competitions, and golf-related games, children are introduced to the fundamentals of golf in a positive and encouraging environment.

To further remove obstacles to participation, clubs are provided for any junior golfer who does not have equipment of their own. This allows every child to experience the game regardless of their family's financial circumstances.

The program has experienced tremendous growth and success:

Over 200 junior participants attended camp this summer.
All camp sessions sold out.
Approximately 50% of participants were returning campers.
More than 90% of campers continued participating in golf after completing the program.

These camps have become an important entry point for new golfers and continue to create enthusiasm for the game among local youth.

DJ Junior Academy

The DJ Junior Academy was created with a single mission: to introduce more children to golf while providing a clear pathway for long-term development. Designed for juniors ages 5-13, the academy utilizes a structured curriculum similar to Operation 36, combining skill development, coaching, and on-course play.

Participants receive:

Weekly group coaching sessions
Age-appropriate skill development
Monthly 9-hole matches and playing opportunities
A supportive and encouraging learning environment

Recognizing that equipment costs can be a significant barrier for young golfers, the academy provides clubs for any child who needs them. As participants grow, they receive properly sized and weighted equipment to support their development and success.

The academy has shown remarkable results:

70% program growth over the past three years
95% retention rate
Expanded from 4 weekly sessions to 12 weekly sessions
More than 60 juniors participating each week

Beyond teaching golf skills, the academy emphasizes sportsmanship, confidence, perseverance, goal setting, and personal growth. Many participants have progressed from complete beginners to competitive junior golfers while developing a lifelong love for the game.

Free Junior Lesson Days

To further expand access to golf, Allen hosts eight Free Junior Lesson Days each year. These one-on-one instructional sessions are open to local juniors ages 13-18 who are beginners or new to the game and are not current clients.

The purpose of the program is simple: remove barriers and provide an opportunity for young people to experience golf under the guidance of a PGA professional. Many families are hesitant to invest in lessons or equipment before knowing if their child enjoys the game. These free lesson days provide a no-risk opportunity to learn, grow, and discover a new passion.

Through this initiative:

More than 50 hours of free individual junior instruction are provided annually.
Many participants transition into junior programming, camps, or academy offerings.
New golfers are introduced to the game in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Combined with the academy, camps, and community outreach efforts, Allen provides over 200 hours of free junior golf instruction each year, creating meaningful opportunities for youth throughout the region.

Commitment to the Future of Golf

Allen's commitment to growing the game extends far beyond traditional instruction. Through free community programs, affordable junior development opportunities, equipment assistance, and ongoing mentorship, he has created a model that makes golf accessible to everyone regardless of age, experience, or financial circumstances.

Each year, hundreds of individuals are introduced to the game through these initiatives. By removing barriers, creating positive first experiences, and fostering long-term participation, Allen continues to make a lasting impact on the local golf community while helping ensure a bright future for the game.

Please share any programming you have made to keep your customers & students engaged:
One of the most significant ways I have worked to grow the game of golf is through the creation of the Dustin Johnson Foundation. The Foundation was established with a clear mission: to make golf more accessible to young players by reducing financial barriers and creating opportunities for junior golfers to succeed both on and off the course.

A key initiative of the Foundation is providing golf equipment to junior players who are just getting started in the game. Through our Junior Academy programs, young golfers who may not have access to equipment receive clubs at no cost. As those players grow, they can exchange their clubs for properly fitted equipment through our club trade-in program. This removes the financial burden of continually purchasing new clubs and ensures that every junior golfer has access to equipment that supports their development. By eliminating one of the largest barriers to entry, we are able to introduce more children to the game and keep them engaged for years to come.

Building Champions Program

The Foundation also plays a major role in supporting our Building Champions Program, a developmental pathway designed for aspiring junior golfers who have competitive goals and dreams of playing high school and collegiate golf.

Through Foundation funding, qualifying juniors receive reduced-cost private instruction, allowing talented young players to access elite coaching at a significantly lower cost. The program combines technical skill development, on-course training, competitive preparation, goal setting, and mentorship to help student-athletes reach their full potential.

Over the past decade, the Dustin Johnson Foundation has helped support more than 1,000 junior golfers throughout the community. The impact of this program has been substantial, producing over 20 collegiate golfers within its first four years and more than 20 additional collegiate players in the years that followed. Beyond competitive success, the program teaches discipline, accountability, confidence, and perseverance, providing life skills that extend far beyond the golf course.

Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship

Another significant contribution to growing the game has been the creation of the Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship, where I currently serve as Tournament Chairman.

What began as a vision to provide world-class competitive opportunities for junior golfers has grown into one of the premier junior events in the world. Each year, our committee raises more than $90,000 and coordinates the efforts of nearly 200 volunteers, rules officials, staff members, and community partners to deliver a championship experience for participants and their families.

The tournament attracts many of the top junior golfers from around the globe and provides local players with the opportunity to witness firsthand what can be achieved through dedication, hard work, and perseverance. For many young golfers, attending or competing in the event serves as a source of inspiration and motivation to pursue their own goals within the game.

Beyond the competition itself, the championship has become a catalyst for community engagement. Local businesses, volunteers, golf facilities, and supporters come together each year with a shared commitment to junior golf and youth development. The event generates excitement for the sport, creates volunteer opportunities, and showcases our community on an international stage.

A Lasting Impact

Through the Dustin Johnson Foundation, the Building Champions Program, the Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship, and numerous junior development initiatives, we have created a comprehensive pathway that supports golfers from their first experience with a club through high-level competitive play.

By providing equipment, affordable instruction, mentorship, scholarships, competitive opportunities, and community support, we continue to remove barriers that often prevent young people from entering or remaining in the game. These efforts have helped thousands of junior golfers discover a love for golf, pursue their athletic goals, and develop skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Growing the game is about more than increasing participation. It is about creating opportunities, building confidence, developing future leaders, and ensuring that every child who wants to play golf has the chance to do so regardless of their financial circumstances. Through these programs and partnerships, we remain committed to making a meaningful and lasting impact on the next generation of golfers.