

(Contact) 865.250.8245 or birdietime2424@gmail.com
*20 years of teaching experience
*2022 South Florida PGA (Southwest Chapter) Teacher of the Year Finalist
*Shot in the 50’s 4 times
*Low score (57) (-13)
*Course record holder Whittle Springs Golf Club (57) and Dead Horse Lake Golf Club (63) in Knoxville,TN
*14 Hole in ones
*Austin Peay State University Golf Team 1996-2000
*1995 Tennessee Junior Player of the Year
*Private 1 Hour Lesson $100
*1 Hour Couples Lesson $150
*Playing Lessons $200 (Includes green and cart fee) – Studies show that for many years we have neglected to practice and teach on the field of play. In this comprehensive lesson, we cover a variety of information. I will highlight area of your short game like green reading, bunker play and chipping. We also focus on areas like pre-shot routine, club selection and identify your “Disaster Shots”.
Customize your playing lesson
- Every hole is a different scenario or area of the game. We do not keep score unless you start off on “fire”!
- Shoot your lowest score- we basically are playing golf and I am there to guide you along and coach and professional caddie. We stop to practice as well.
- Couple’s Lesson – Scramble format to keep the pace up and keep us together for all shots.
Total Game Management (Level 1) (5 Hours of Instruction) $400 for single/$600 couples – Great for all players
- Goal setting & Full Swing
- Equipment Review, Full Swing, Transfer Practice
- Short Game – chipping, pitching, bunker play, putting
- Final two hours include a playing lesson on the course covering topics like pre-shot routine, club selection, green reading, course management, short game, rules and more
Testimonial
I have known Justin for over 3 years as the PGA Professional at our home course of Eagle Lakes Golf Club in Naples, Florida, and I have the highest opinion of this fine ambassador to the PGA. Justin’s leadership has developed the club’s teaching programs into one of the best my family and I have experienced. He makes everyone feel welcome with his friendly demeanor, knowledge of the game, and willingness to help everyone learn and enjoy themselves, regardless of ability or age. He makes learning and playing fun for everyone.
Justin has an obvious passion for teaching golf. His lessons exemplify the PGA values of promoting interest, participation and love of the game. Living this philosophy means he teaches technique as well as course management in each of his lessons. In addition, he promotes professional practices with a positive attitude emphasizing progress, not perfection, in each of his clinics, lessons and events.
It has been inspiring to have someone to take an interest in my journey as a newer player. Justin has worked with me to help me develop a solid foundation for the game by managing my expectations, always having a strategy and shot plan, working a research-based practice routine, and strengthening my mental endurance. We set goals and strive to reach them, practice driving, chipping and putting and watch videotapes of my swing before and after the lesson so I can see my development. He also sends instructional videos and is available by phone or email if I have questions. This is above and beyond what I would expect from someone leading such a robust teaching program as the one he has spearheaded at Eagle Lakes Golf Club.
As a retired coach, university faculty member and licensed psychologist, I can attest that Justin is truly an exemplary instructor. I have been a member of Golf Made Simple (GMS), attended a lengthy GMS program and taken lessons at other fine country clubs in New England and in the Naples area, yet my game has improved more since I have been working with Justin than it had in the years I worked with other coaches. He has helped me finally begin scoring in the 80’s rather than just wishing I could break 100.
Justin Rountree’s expertise, enthusiasm for teaching and his unparalleled integrity make him an outstanding candidate for PGA Southwest Chapter Teacher of the Year 2023. He has earned my enthusiastic and sincere recommendation. Please contact me if you would like more information.
Respectfully,
Dr. Kathleen Upton
Testimonial
I set up a session with Justin and found him to be very personable and professional. After just a few sessions, I was hitting the ball much better. I kept coming back to reaffirm what I learned and through the process, I gained a more disciplined swing and improved my game by shaving 10 strokes off my score! I also learned specific strategies from Justin on playing the game safe and smart. I also gained the confidence to play with anyone at this point.
I have taken lessons in the past, but never materially improved my score until working with Justin. He is a true professional and I can’t wait to get back to Florida to play a game with him again and show him my improvement.
John Valenti
Winneconne WI
*Total Game Management Level 1&2 ($1000) – A special 12 lesson series that analyzes all areas of your game. It includes goal setting, equipment review, two 9 hole playing lessons, 5 hours of Full Swing work and 3 hours of short game work. The information is in depth and is presented to those striving to take their game to another level. The program starts and ends with a playing lesson. The first gives me a chance to analyze your game and find the most important areas to work on. The final playing lesson focuses more on scoring and course management.
*Short Game School – 2 hour school focusing on putting, chipping, pitching and bunker play – $200 single/$300 Couple

*1/2 Day Golf Schools – 4 hours of learning focusing on your Full Swing, Short Game, and includes 2 hours of on course instruction. Great for singles, couples or groups. Contact Justin for more details and pricing,



