Description

Overview

Wedges & Woods is celebrating 30 years of success. In 1996 Wedges & Woods opened it's doors to the Garden City public. Wedges & Woods is building a professional instructional team-not simply renting lesson space. Every instructor must be approved by Wade Wilson, PGA, Director of Golf, and Wedges & Woods management before teaching on the property.
Instructor Requirements

Independent contractors must:

• Complete the application and interview process.
• Demonstrate professional teaching knowledge and customer-service skills.
• Maintain required certifications, continuing education and liability insurance.
• Follow Wedges & Woods policies, dress standards and conduct expectations.
• Maintain a dependable teaching schedule.
• Report directly to the Director of Golf for all instructional matters.

Lesson Operations

• All lessons must be scheduled and processed through Wedges & Woods.
• Wedges & Woods will collect all customer payments.
• Contractors will be paid weekly by direct deposit only.
• Contractors will receive a Form 1099-NEC when required.
• Instructors may not collect private payments or conduct unauthorized lessons.
• Lesson prices, packages, discounts and promotions require approval.
• Lessons lasting 45 minutes to one hour include one small bucket of approximately 50-55 range balls.

Facility Fee

The standard Wedges & Woods facility fee is 20%-30% of lesson revenue unless a different arrangement is approved in writing.
Website Program

Independent contractors are encouraged to invest $50 per month to be listed on the Wedges & Woods website.

Website benefits may include:

• Professional instructor profile
• Online lesson booking
• Local and national exposure
• Promotion to the Wedges & Woods customer database
• Credit-card processing fees absorbed by Wedges & Woods
• Increased credibility as part of the instructional team

Professional Standards

Every instructor represents Wedges & Woods. Contractors are expected to maintain a professional appearance, provide excellent customer service, respect customers and fellow instructors, care for the facility and support Wedges & Woods programs.

Teaching privileges may be suspended or discontinued for policy violations, unprofessional conduct, customer complaints, failure to maintain qualifications or other reasons permitted under the independent contractor agreement and applicable law.
Authorization Required

No person may teach, appear to teach or accept payment for golf instruction at Wedges & Woods without prior approval from Wade Wilson, PGA, Director of Golf, and/or Wedges & Woods management.

Experience Required

Independent contractors must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Previous experience teaching golf to players of different ages and skill levels.
• Demonstrated knowledge of golf swing fundamentals, short-game instruction, course management and player development.
• Strong communication, organization and customer-service skills.
• Ability to conduct a professional golf lesson evaluation or teaching demonstration.
• Experience using golf technology, video analysis or launch-monitor systems is preferred.
• PGA membership, PGA Associate status or recognized golf-instruction certifications are strongly preferred.
• TrackMan, TPI, Swing Catalyst, US Kids Golf or similar certifications are considered an advantage.

Equivalent professional golf experience may be considered only with the approval of Wade Wilson, PGA, Director of Golf, and Wedges & Woods management.

Essential Responsibilities

Independent contractors teaching golf at Wedges & Woods are responsible for the following:

• Provide safe, professional and effective golf instruction.
• Evaluate each student's ability, goals and physical limitations.
• Develop appropriate lesson plans and improvement strategies.
• Use clear communication and avoid allowing students to hit excessive shots without instruction or feedback.
• Use TrackMan and other available technology appropriately when qualified.
• Begin and end lessons on time.
• Provide instruction only in approved teaching and practice areas.
• Maintain an accurate and dependable teaching schedule.
• Process all lesson appointments through the approved Wedges & Woods scheduling system.
• Ensure all lesson payments are collected by Wedges & Woods.
• Never accept unauthorized cash, electronic or private payments from customers.
• Follow approved lesson rates, packages, discounts and promotional offers.
• Promptly notify Wedges & Woods of cancellations, rescheduling or customer concerns.
• Welcome students and provide a positive, professional experience.
• Treat all customers, employees, contractors and guests with respect.
• Communicate lesson expectations, pricing and cancellation requirements clearly.
• Protect the confidentiality of customer information.
• Respond to customer questions and concerns professionally.
• Refer unresolved complaints to the Director of Golf or management.
• Report directly to Wade Wilson, PGA, Director of Golf, for all instructional matters.
• Follow Wedges & Woods policies, operating procedures and professional standards.
• Maintain appropriate golf attire and personal appearance.
• Avoid inappropriate, disruptive, confrontational or disrespectful conduct.
• Refrain from making unauthorized commitments or representations on behalf of Wedges & Woods.
• Maintain all required certifications, continuing education and liability insurance.
• Provide updated documentation when requested.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe teaching area.
• Return training aids, technology and equipment to their proper locations.
• Report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions or injuries immediately.
• Follow all emergency procedures and facility safety requirements.
• Use range balls, teaching bays and practice areas responsibly.
• Ensure students follow Wedges & Woods safety rules.
• Support Wedges & Woods clinics, programs, events and promotional activities when agreed upon.
• Encourage students to use Wedges & Woods services, programs and facilities.
• Represent Wedges & Woods positively in person, online and throughout the golf community.
• Avoid soliciting Wedges & Woods customers for unauthorized off-property instruction.
• Work cooperatively with the Director of Golf and other approved instructors to strengthen the instructional program.

Independent contractors may teach only after receiving written approval from the Director of Golf and/or Wedges & Woods management. Failure to meet these responsibilities may result in suspension or termination of teaching privileges in accordance with the independent contractor agreement and applicable law.

Benefits

Teaching at Wedges & Woods provides independent golf instructors with the opportunity to grow a respected instructional business inside one of the Augusta area's most complete golf practice and performance environments.

Wedges & Woods is building a professional team of instructors who want more than access to a hitting bay. We are creating an instructional culture centered on education, technology, player development, professionalism and long-term career growth.
A Premier Golf Training Environment

Instructors have access to a large, diverse golf facility that allows them to teach every major area of the game, including:

• Full-swing instruction
• TrackMan-based ball-flight analysis
• Short-game development
• Pitching and wedge play
• Greenside bunker instruction
• Putting and chipping
• Club-distance and yardage assessments
• Junior and adult player-development programs

Instead of being limited to a small indoor studio or a single hitting bay, instructors can create complete improvement programs for golfers of every age and ability level.
Advanced Technology and Professional Development

Wedges & Woods is committed to modern, technology-supported golf instruction. Approved instructors may have opportunities to work with TrackMan Range, video analysis, launch-monitor data and other performance tools.

Instructors can expand their knowledge in areas such as:

• Ball-flight laws
• Club-delivery measurements
• Swing analysis
• Player assessments
• Practice planning
• Club gapping
• Technology-based coaching

Independent contractors will also have the opportunity to work under the leadership of Wade Wilson, PGA, Director of Golf, whose experience includes more than 30 years of golf instruction and certifications through TrackMan, TPI and Swing Catalyst.

For developing instructors, PGA Associates and professionals seeking continued growth, this creates an environment where education and improvement are actively encouraged.
Build Your Personal Instructional Brand

Wedges & Woods wants each approved instructor to develop a professional identity and a sustainable book of business.

Participating instructors may receive:

• A professional biography on the Wedges & Woods website
• Online lesson-booking opportunities
• Exposure to the Wedges & Woods customer database
• Promotion through facility marketing and social media
• Opportunities to participate in clinics, demonstrations and special events
• Professional association with the Wedges & Woods instructional team
• Increased visibility throughout Augusta, North Augusta and the surrounding golf community

Instructors are not expected to build their businesses completely alone. Wedges & Woods provides a professional platform from which qualified instructors can become known, trusted and successful.
Built-In Customer Exposure

Wedges & Woods serves golfers who visit the facility to practice, improve, purchase equipment, repair clubs and participate in golf programs.

This creates daily opportunities for instructors to:

• Meet potential students
• Conduct introductory evaluations
• Build relationships with regular customers
• Generate repeat lessons
• Sell lesson packages
• Develop junior, ladies and adult programs
• Create long-term player-development relationships

Every golfer entering the facility represents a potential student, referral source or future program participant.
Administrative Support

Wedges & Woods helps instructors focus more of their time on teaching and less on administrative work.

The facility will:

• Process lesson payments
• Manage approved payment procedures
• Provide weekly direct-deposit payments
• Support lesson scheduling
• Maintain customer transaction records
• Absorb credit-card processing fees for participating website instructors
• Provide a professional location for customer meetings and lessons

This structure allows instructors to spend more time coaching, communicating with students and growing their businesses.
Multiple Income Opportunities

Approved independent contractors may have opportunities to generate income through more than traditional private lessons.

Potential instructional opportunities may include:

• Private lessons
• Semi-private lessons
• Group clinics
• Junior golf programs
• Ladies programs
• Short-game schools
• Technology and TrackMan education
• Corporate golf events
• Club-distance and gapping sessions
• Player-development packages
• Special events and demonstrations

Motivated instructors will have the ability to create a diverse instructional schedule and develop several sources of teaching revenue.
Professional Independence With Team Support

Independent contractors maintain the flexibility and entrepreneurial opportunity of operating their own instructional businesses while benefiting from the credibility, customer traffic and support of an established golf facility.

Instructors can build their own student relationships while also becoming part of a professional team committed to:

• Sharing ideas
• Improving instructional standards
• Supporting facility programs
• Creating referrals
• Growing the game
• Delivering an exceptional customer experience

Wedges & Woods is not looking for instructors who simply want somewhere to stand and give lessons. We are looking for professionals who want to build something meaningful.
Opportunities for Career Advancement

Wedges & Woods can provide a valuable professional environment for instructors pursuing:

• PGA membership
• PGA Associate development
• TrackMan certification
• TPI education
• Swing Catalyst education
• US Kids Golf certification
• Junior golf specialization
• Leadership and program-development experience
• A stronger professional résumé
• Long-term advancement within the golf industry

Instructors who demonstrate professionalism, reliability, strong customer service and business growth may be considered for expanded responsibilities, program leadership and additional opportunities.
Be Part of the Growth of Wedges & Woods

Wedges & Woods is investing in its facility, technology, instructional programs, customer experience and professional reputation.

Approved instructors will have the opportunity to join the organization during an important period of growth and help shape the future of golf instruction at the facility.

This is an opportunity to:

• Establish yourself in the Augusta golf market
• Build a loyal student base
• Develop recurring instructional revenue
• Work with modern golf technology
• Learn from experienced PGA leadership
• Participate in high-quality programs and events
• Become part of a respected instructional team
• Grow alongside a developing golf performance center

The Opportunity

Teaching at Wedges & Woods is more than an independent contractor position.

It is an opportunity to build your reputation, expand your knowledge, increase your earning potential and create a successful career in golf instruction.

We are looking for motivated, educated and professional instructors who are ready to invest in themselves, serve their students and help establish Wedges & Woods as Augusta's premier golf practice, instruction and performance center.