M360 College Prep 14u

Director of Coaching and Player Development

A teaching career that spans nearly 20 years, Chris is our Academy’s Director of Instruction. He’s been selected by Golf Magazine to there “Teachers to Watch” list 2024-2025. In addition he’s been recognized by the Illinois PGA and U.S. Kids Golf as a leader in instruction. Chris, whose teaching philosophy was molded from the tutelage of Hank Haney and Stan Utley, has worked with players of all abilities — from the professional and college ranks to competitive youth golfers, elite amateurs and recreational players. One of his strengths is being able to develop personalized training plans that facilitate deeper learning and retention for students. A proud native of Canada, Chris became a PGA Professional in 2005 after a successful Division I golf career. Chris, whose work has been featured on several media platforms, serves on the Illinois PGA Foundation’s Board of Directors and The First Tee of Greater Chicago’s Young Ambassadors Council.

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Caleb grew up in Palatine, IL and played Varsity Golf at Palatine High School. After High School, Caleb continued his golfing career at North Park University, where he was voted captain by his teammates as an upperclassman. His experiences in competitive golf fueled his passion for coaching golf. Caleb has a love for people, golf, and learning. He believes that golf is a great metaphor for life, and appreciates how learning more about the game can translate into learning more about yourself. Caleb hopes to pass down his knowledge and love of golf to his students. Whether it is in a private lesson or group class, he’s passionate about making connections, and helping the student grow their skill and enjoyment in the game of golf.

M360 14u Program Lead – Highland Park
Peter grew up in Evanston and played most of his golf at Canal Shores Golf Course. He was on the Loyola Academy squad all four years and continued his career at Loras College in Iowa, where he was a team captain as an upperclassmen. He served as the program’s assistant coach and head of player development for a year after graduation and now holds a leading role in all of TGP’s junior programs. The impact golf has had on Peter’s life is immeasurable, from the lessons he’s learned to the relationships he’s formed. He hopes to pass down some of those experiences to the next generation and help create a similar impact on his students.

M360 Program Lead – Lisle

Originally from the Czech Republic, Dasa was introduced to golf by her dad at the age of 9. Her golf journey began at Menlo College in California and continued at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where she competed as a Division 1 athlete on the women’s golf team.

Dasa brings over seven years of competitive experience, participating in prestigious amateur tournaments and playing on the professional European tour (LET). Alongside her athletic pursuits, she earned a master’s degree in Sport Psychology, which enriches her coaching approach with a profound understanding of mental performance.

As a coach, Dasa embodies a philosophy that harmonizes the mind and body in golf. She emphasizes the cultivation of self-awareness in swing mechanics and mental fortitude, empowering her students to achieve peak performance on the course.

M360 Program Director – Lisle

The best way learning occurs is through self-discovery and experience rather than through processing information. There is plenty of information out there, but it isn’t helpful if you can’t put it into play in your unique swing. The brain works best in big ideas and concepts, and people’s tendency to grasp onto the smallest details often hurts their swing more than it helps.

In his coaching Andy helps the student become more aware of the parts of the swing that are causing them the most problems. He then helps them feel and experience a better, more reliable move, and works to bridge the gap between the two. Andy seeks to empower his students so that over time they can grow in the mastery of their swing, and can learn how to self-coach.

Andy’s hope for his students is that in addition to becoming better golfers, they will become better problem solvers, more resilient, learn to trust themselves, and develop a deep appreciation for golf that goes beyond what score they shoot. Andy’s main golf influences are Tim Gallwey, George Gankas, and Michael Murphy.

M360 Program Director – Highland Park

Born and raised in Dallas, Jantzen attended Sam Houston State University and completed its PGA Golf Management Program, which led to an opportunity with The Golf Practice.

Jantzen specializes in physical training and helps players understand the fundamentals of human movement specific to them that lead to consistent performance. Jantzen believes that when the body is working more efficiently that players golf swings will work more efficiently.

I believe that the more we move in the gym, in our practice and on the course the more we learn about ourselves and what we are capable of. It’s my passion to help students unlock golf that they never knew was possible!

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Introduced to the game at a young age by his dad, golf has always been a constant in Kevin’s life. With more than 8 years of private club experience, golf has become more than just a career for him – he takes great pride in helping players build confidence and reach their goals. There’s nothing he enjoys more than when his students have that “aha” moment.

A former high school and collegiate golfer, Kevin has a strong passion for competitive golf and pursuing improvement in an imperfect game.

As a coach, Kevin wants his students to thrive and enjoy the game of golf just as much as he does. He has a particular interest in short game instruction and loves the creativity it requires in playing different types of shots around the green. Kevin has experience in teaching golfers of all ages and is never satisfied until the student feels confident and excited about their golf game.

M360 Program Coach

Zach Hayes is a passionate golf coach at The Golf Practice, bringing a diverse background in education and a deep love for the game to his role. Before transitioning to full-time coaching, Zach spent years working in elementary, middle school, and special education settings, where he developed a unique ability to connect with students of all backgrounds and abilities. His teaching experience has equipped him with the skills to adapt his approach to meet the individual needs of each golfer, whether they are beginners or more advanced players.

Zach’s journey into golf coaching began in 2015 at Canal Shores where he spent several summers working at our golf camps. This hands-on experience with young golfers and beginners was foundational in shaping his coaching philosophy, which emphasizes patience, encouragement, and building confidence. His time at Canal Shores allowed him to hone his skills in creating a fun, supportive environment where golfers could develop both their technique and their love for the game.

Now a full-time coach at The Golf Practice, Zach is dedicated to helping players of all ages and skill levels achieve their goals on the course. His unique combination of educational experience and golfing expertise allows him to provide a well-rounded, personalized coaching experience. Zach’s focus is not only on improving technical skills but also on fostering a positive mindset and a lifelong appreciation for the sport of golf.

M360 Program Coach