Ryan Young

Please indicate past awards won/recognitions:
GRAA Growth of the Game Teaching Professional, Golf Digest Best in State

Other awards won (if provided):
PGA National Player Development Award 2026, Golf Magazine Teachers to Watch, PGA Chapter Teacher of the Year

Total number of individual lessons given per year:
Male: 250
Female: 100
Junior: 150

Total number of individual clinics given per year:
50

Please indicate any Growth of the Game initiatives your facility/academy has launched over the past year (please give specifics on such programs):
Adult Player Development Programs
1. Welcome2Golf Adult Beginner Classes
Category: Beginner (Pine Cone)
• Four 90-minute classes introducing swing, short game, and on-course play
• Includes follow-up “Practice and Play with the Pro” sessions
• Impact:
o Introduces ~100 new golfers annually
o $15,000/year in revenue
o Long-term retention: Several participants from the original 2012 class still participate at Chambers Bay Academy programs today
2. Wounded Warrior Project 3-Day Golf Schools
Category: Beginner (Pine Cone)
• Evening classes for veterans, concluding with a 6-hole scramble and group dinner
• Impact:
o Served 2,000+ veterans since 2016
o Free access increases reach and impact
o Pandemic-era virtual clinics reached 20–50 veterans/month nationwide
3. Weekend PGA Coaching Club
Category: Intermediate (Seedling)
• Unlimited weekend range access, Saturday group coaching, discounted green fees, online video tips
• Impact:
o Consistent enrollment of 10–20 adults/month
o High transition rate from beginner programs
4. PGA HOPE Golf School
Category: Intermediate (Seedling)
• Ongoing instruction for veterans progressing from introductory classes
• Impact:
o Keeps veterans engaged long-term
o Fosters community through golf
o Largest program in our State since implementation
5. Social Events: Wine & 9, 7 & 7 Seas Brewing, Social 6
Category: Intermediate (Seedling)
• 6-9 Hols of golf + tasting events from local wine, beer, and distillery partners
• Impact:
o Three sell-out events/month (~32 participants each) from $40-50/person
o Strengthened community connection and visibility by offering affordable/accessible access to the course.
6. ½ Day Golf Schools with Brian Mogg
Category: Advanced/Elite (Fir Tree/Lone Fir)
• 4-hour clinics with a 4:1 student-teacher ratio, including video analysis and on-course time
• Impact:
o $350/student, monthly sell-outs
o Attracts students regionally, raising Academy profile

Junior Player Development Programs
7. Junior Beginner Classes/The First Tee South Puget Sound Clinics
Category: Beginner–Advanced (Pine Cone → Fir Tree)
• 5-week, 90-minute classes operated in partnership with The First Tee
• Impact:
o Introduces ~100 juniors/year
o Serves as a feeder program to PGA Jr. League and other advanced tracks
8. PGA Jr. League (Spring, Summer, Fall, All-Star Seasons)
Category: Beginner–Intermediate (Pine Cone → Seedling)
• Full calendar of 9U, 13U, and 17U recreational and competitive leagues
• Impact:
o Over 300 participants in 2025
o 4-time Game Changer Award finalist
o All-Star teams have reached Regionals multiple years in a row
9. PGA Junior Camp
Category: Beginner–Advanced (Pine Cone → Fir Tree)
• Half-day and full-day summer camps with lunch and 9-hole play
• 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio
• Impact:
o Full-day camps sell out annually
o High return rate, with juniors progressing year after year. Reaches to juniors regionally.
10. PGA Family Golf (formerly Adult/Junior Scrambles)
Category: Intermediate (Seedling)
• Monthly adult/junior events with point system and seasonal competition
• Impact:
o $200/family (up to 4 players)
o Led by my assistant Matt Montecucco, whose team went to the national championship for 2nd year in a row

Bonus: Academy Training Memberships
Category: Intermediate–Elite (Seedling → Lone Fir)
• Monthly memberships include range access, weekly small-group training, CoachNow app support, tournament prep, and college recruiting
• Impact:
o $250–$450/month depending on level. More affordable long-term with best utilization for coaches
o All programs at capacity
o Most Elite juniors qualify for State and receive college offers

Please share any programming you have made to keep your customers & students engaged:
Our Academy Training Memberships have been a game changer—for our students, our coaching staff, and the overall success of our player development model. This monthly membership program offers structured, long-term coaching at three levels of training for both adults and juniors: Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite. All tiers emphasize four core pillars of development: game management, mindset, purposeful practice, and swing technique.
Each level includes unlimited access to our Academy Practice Center and remote swing coaching via the CoachNow app. The specific training structure varies by tier:

Adult Training Levels
· Level 1 ($150/month): Weekly remote swing reviews via CoachNow—ideal for independent learners seeking periodic coaching
· Level 2 ($250/month): Three 90-minute range sessions + one on-course session monthly (6:1 student/coach ratio)
· Level 3 ($350/month): Four weekly 2-hour sessions alternating between range and course training (4:1 ratio), designed for competitive adult golfers
Junior Training Levels
The junior tiers mirror the adult offerings, with an added Elite level ($450/month) that includes:
· Weekly two-hour sessions (4:1 ratio)
· Regular coaching calls
· Parent consultations
· Tournament prep and college recruiting support

Participant Numbers & Structure
I personally lead four training groups per week—two adult and two junior groups. With all groups at capacity and waitlisted, the program generates over $8,000/month in recurring lesson revenue. The commitment model requires a three-month minimum, and each student signs a coaching agreement outlining expectations for attendance, independent practice, and goal setting.

Positive Impact on Player Development
What sets this program apart is our commitment to coaching the whole player, not just the golf swing. By incorporating the Modern Coach philosophy promoted by PGA Coach, we’ve created a holistic environment where students receive:
· Consistent, in-person small group training
· Purposeful assignments between sessions
· Remote feedback for reinforcement
· A clear development plan tailored to their goals
For juniors, the results are remarkable: nearly every Elite participant has reached their high school golf goals and gone on to play at the NCAA level. For adults, retention is our best indicator of success—most members renew season after season, and every training group is currently full with a waitlist.

Why It’s Been So Successful
· Structured Progression: Students know exactly what to expect and how to improve
· Value & Access: Compared to our private lesson rate ($150/hour or $500 for four), members receive up to 8 hours/month of small group instruction, unlimited range access, and remote coaching for as little as $250–450/month
· Instructor Sustainability: With fewer hours on the range and more consistent group sessions, I’ve increased my effective hourly rate to $225 while reducing total teaching time
· Facility Impact: The program has significantly increased lesson revenue, attracted serious long-term students, and enhanced our Academy’s reputation as a high-performance, player-first environment
This model ultimately helped me step into my new role as Head Golf Professional in 2024, as it allowed me to scale my instruction, grow the Academy’s reach, and mentor my assistant professionals more effectively.