Elevate Your Game: Your Style, Your Swing, Our Expert Guidance
Whether you're a seasoned golfer chasing birdies or a newbie just gripping your first club, Firethorne Country Club is your launchpad for success. Our dedicated PGA Professionals are passionate about nurturing golfers of all skill levels, from Charlotte's bustling heart to the rolling hills of the surrounding area.
No matter your starting point, our comprehensive coaching programs pave the way for growth. Dive into individual lessons tailored to your unique swing, join our vibrant group classes, or embark on specialized programs like Game On for adult beginners or Crush It! for junior champions. We even offer participation in The PGA Junior League, fostering a love for the game in the next generation of Marvin's golfing stars.
But our commitment goes beyond instruction. We know the right equipment makes all the difference. That's why our certified club fitters utilize cutting-edge TrackMan technology to analyze your swing and match you with the perfect clubs, maximizing your performance and confidence on every hole.
Firethorne's coaching and club fitting isn't just about lowering your score; it's about igniting your passion for the game. Discover a tailored approach that's as unique as your swing. At Firethorne, every swing is a step closer to your golfing dreams.
Individual Instruction
Receiving individual golf instruction can be a transformative experience, tailored specifically to address your unique strengths and areas for improvement. With personalized guidance from a skilled golf instructor, you'll gain invaluable insights and techniques to elevate your game to new heights.
Club Fittings
Our club fitting experience is further enriched by offering fitting systems from top manufacturers such as Callaway, TaylorMade, Titleist, and Mizuno. Combined with the cutting-edge technology of Trackman, golfers can expect unparalleled precision and access to the latest equipment, tailored perfectly to enhance their performance on the course.
Crush It! Junior Programs
The Crush It! Junior Program is an innovative golf development program based on the American Development Model (ADM) principles, aimed at fostering a love for the game and providing valuable life skills for junior golfers. The program emphasizes core values like confidence, respect, understanding, self-discipline, hard work, integrity, and talent to nurture young golfers into golfers for life.
Game On Adult Programs
The Game On Program offers an ideal environment for both new and returning adult golfers to build their skills, knowledge, and social connections, providing a unique 3-Level Progression Pathway to measure success. Whether you're seeking social connections, family activities, a new skill, or a healthier lifestyle, golf has something to offer everyone.
Rick Gay
Head Golf Professional
Serving since 2021
About Rick
A Western Pa native, Rick started his golf career at Diamond Run Golf Club near Pittsburgh in 2004. After 8.5 years and becoming 1st Assistant Rick moved on to the 1st Assistant position at Wildwood Golf Club. Most recently, Rick was Head Golf Professional at Totteridge Golf Club, both in Pittsburgh. Rick has 17 years of instruction experience and has taught many high school and collegiate level golfers. Rick has coached multiple junior interclub and PGA Junior League teams and looks forward to working with Firethorne members to improve their golf games.
Aaron Ellis
1st Assistant Golf Professional
Serving since 2023
About Aaron
Aaron grew up in Statesville, NC, and fell in love with golf at age 12. He played in high school and later became more serious about the game after college. He has had success in amateur events, including multiple top 5 finishes in his flight at the Myrtle Beach World AM. After working as a manager at TopGolf, he now works as an Assistant Golf Professional at Firethorne Country Club and is pursuing the Professional Golf Management program to advance his career.
Austin Scarboro
Player Development Professional
Serving since 2023
About Austin
Austin grew up in Pinehurst, North Carolina, and was a decorated junior golfer, winning many tournaments, most notably, a North Carolina 4A State Championship in High School. After graduating, he enlisted in the Army as a military police officer and interned at Ko'Olina Golf Club in Oahu, Hawaii. Most recently, he worked as an assistant golf professional at Rolling Hills Country Club in Monroe.
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