Chris George

Please indicate past awards won/recognitions:
PGA Section Teacher of the Year, GRAA Growth of the Game Teaching Professional, Golf Digest Best in State, Other (Indicate specific awards in 3-a below)

Other awards won (if provided):
Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher to Watch

Total number of individual lessons given per year:
Male: 1100
Female: 300
Junior: 200

Total number of individual clinics given per year:
170

Please indicate any Growth of the Game initiatives your facility/academy has launched over the past year (please give specifics on such programs):
Chris believes that the realm of golf instruction has evolved significantly in recent years. Players are now accessing information and receiving instruction in various new ways. With online access to high-level instructors becoming more mainstream, Chris has demonstrated that this method of instruction can greatly contribute to a player's success. His online coaching model combines live online sessions with an individualized, data-informed process that allows instruction to be adapted to each player's goals, current needs, and documented progress. He currently coaches players across multiple states, enabling more frequent interaction through live online sessions. This approach is distinctive because it extends personalized instruction beyond a single location while giving players repeated opportunities to apply guidance, review progress, and refine their skills over time.
One of Chris's highly successful initiatives is the “Scoring Solutions” program. This online player development framework is designed for immediate, short-term, and long-term improvement, distinguishing it through a personalized process that connects assessment, targeted practice, and continuing review. Players begin by completing a profile that outlines their current skill level, scoring goals, timeline, instructional needs, and practice history. Once enrolled, they undertake several assigned assessments and record their scores on video. Chris reviews the assessments and videos, providing recurring video feedback and setting goals for the following week. He continues to offer weekly progress updates and monitors the completion of practice drills, creating accountability between sessions and helping players turn instruction into consistent action. By using each player's information and goals to guide the process, the program can refine specific aspects of performance while supporting development across immediate, short-term, and long-term horizons. This program consistently yields impressive results by refining specific aspects of players' games, ultimately lowering their overall scores.
Another instructional initiative Chris has launched is “The Daily 365.” This online program is tailored for golfers looking to learn effective practice techniques. Its distinctive strength is the delivery of brief, accessible guidance that makes purposeful practice easier to fit into a golfer’s routine and repeat consistently. He shares “The Daily 365” practice tips on Instagram, catering to today’s tech-savvy players who appreciate quick and accessible guidance to enhance their on-course performance. By emphasizing practical ideas that golfers can revisit and apply regularly, the program helps players build consistent habits, carry those habits into focused practice sessions, and transfer practice more effectively to on-course performance. This technological approach has attracted golfers to join Chris's online programs, including Scoring Solutions, with participation soaring by 15% in 2024. Following their success through online instruction, many golfers have sought out private and group lessons.
Chris has also established a consulting program for elite junior and collegiate players, teams, and coaches. Its distinctive value is the way it brings together round analysis, performance metrics, tournament scheduling, preparation, and practice planning to create a customized pathway for development. Chris meticulously analyzes round data and performance information to identify recurring patterns, distinguish the areas that most influence scoring and performance, and prioritize the improvements that will have the greatest relevance to each player or team. He then connects tournament scheduling with preparation, considering the demands of upcoming competition and using them to shape focused practice plans, preparation routines, and performance priorities. These plans translate evaluation into actionable instruction, giving athletes and coaches a clear understanding of what to work on, how to approach it, and how progress will be reviewed. For individual players, the program provides a structured plan that supports accountability and steady development; for teams, it helps align coaches and athletes around shared goals, consistent standards, and coordinated preparation. By following each athlete or team from diagnosis through preparation, competition, review, and continued development, Chris gives players, teams, and coaches a clear, individualized route toward achieving scoring goals within a specific timeframe.
Chris's most groundbreaking instructional offering is “Knowledge, Technique, Practice,” introduced in 2024 to help players optimize their training in golf. The program organizes each hour into three focused twenty-minute segments, creating a deliberate progression from understanding what to do, to deciding how to do it, to executing the plan and evaluating what happens in practice. This structure gives players a clear pathway from informed learning to physical application and measurable performance review.
Knowledge: Strategy, shot mechanics, and risk assessment—developing the understanding players need to interpret situations, recognize the demands of each shot, and choose purposeful responses.
Technique: Decision-making and execution of specific mechanics—connecting informed choices with the physical movements required to carry them out, so players can translate understanding into consistent action.
Practice: Dispersion, proximity, and performance drills—making outcomes measurable so players can identify patterns, evaluate progress, and direct their attention toward the areas most relevant to purposeful improvement.
By linking strategy and mechanics to decision-making, execution, and review, “Knowledge, Technique, Practice” makes each hour more focused and productive. Dispersion and proximity provide concrete ways to examine the quality and consistency of results, while performance drills help players test skills under defined conditions, recognize changes over time, and determine what to refine next. The program connects learning, physical execution, and measurable outcomes within a single hour, giving players an intentional framework for turning instruction into meaningful practice.
Chris has been fortunate to be mentored by talented professionals from a young age, and those formative relationships have shaped not only the golf professional he is today, but also the teaching philosophy and standard of service he brings to every interaction. Early in his development, he learned the importance of listening carefully, meeting golfers where they are, and creating an environment in which every player feels encouraged to learn. That experience continues to fuel his passion for growing the game of golf and providing meaningful opportunities for others to discover its rewards. Chris is dedicated to creating welcoming entry points for new players through patient guidance, thoughtful encouragement, and an approach that helps them feel comfortable as they build confidence and familiarity with the sport. He also works to foster continued engagement among developing golfers, helping them recognize progress and remain connected to the enjoyment of improvement, while encouraging seasoned golfers to play more frequently and continue finding purpose in the game. At the center of Chris’s work is his commitment to building lasting relationships with members and guests. Through attentive, individualized service, he takes the time to understand each golfer’s goals, experience, and needs, ensuring that every person feels supported, valued, and connected to the game. His exceptional service and attention to detail reflect the example set by the mentors who helped shape him. Chris remains committed to giving back to the profession and to the wonderful game that has enriched his life by sharing what he has learned, welcoming others into golf, and helping sustain the culture of learning, enjoyment, and service that makes the game meaningful.

Please share any programming you have made to keep your customers & students engaged:
Chris consistently demonstrates exceptional teaching skills. His innovative instructional approach has enhanced the learning experience for students of all skill levels and has strengthened the facility’s junior golf programming. He has developed a comprehensive curriculum that tailors lessons to individual needs, including age-appropriate instruction that helps young golfers build sound fundamentals, confidence, and a lasting enthusiasm for the game. By creating welcoming opportunities for junior participation and development, Chris has encouraged young golfers to remain engaged while supporting their progression at every stage. For club members, he has improved instruction by combining traditional techniques with modern technology and by adapting guidance to each player’s goals, experience, and learning style. His commitment to student progress is reflected in significant improvements in performance and enjoyment of the game. By fostering a supportive, engaging environment, Chris has also built a strong community of learners among juniors, families, and members.
Chris has played a pivotal role in advancing golf education. Through multiple workshops, clinics, Section seminars, and teaching events, he has shared his expertise with fellow instructors and golfers, extending his educational leadership beyond individual lessons and into the broader professional community. His leadership has elevated the quality of teaching within the Section while inspiring others to adopt innovative strategies. Chris also observes junior golfers competing in tournament golf, using those experiences to better understand their development and to strengthen his ability to guide them through the demands of competition. In addition, he caddies for players progressing from the U.S. Kids Tour through U.S. Amateur qualifiers, supporting golfers at different stages of development and helping them apply instruction in competitive settings. Chris further demonstrates his commitment to professional development through active participation in continuing education and mentorship of new instructors.
Chris’s influence extends well beyond his immediate community, reaching golfers and instructors who benefit from his thoughtful and adaptable approach to instruction. Both Golf Digest and Golf Magazine have recognized his contributions and teaching excellence. Chris is currently ranked a Best Teacher in State by Golf Digest for 2026-2027 and among the Top Teachers to Watch by Golf Magazine for 2026-2027. His published articles on teaching methodologies have earned widespread respect and have been used by players across the country, offering practical insights that help golfers better understand their games and apply purposeful adjustments. By sharing guidance that reflects different goals, experience levels, and learning styles, Chris demonstrates the value of individualized instruction and helps players continue developing their skills with greater clarity and confidence. Through his commitment to excellence and passion for golf, Chris has made a significant impact on players continuing to improve their games and on the broader culture of learning that supports lasting development.