Golf Digest Best Young Teachers 2016–2021
Aaron Olson
Golf Digest award-winning PGA Professional, 3D analysis expert, and former Director of Instruction at Monterey Peninsula Country Club — helping golfers of all levels play their best.
Athletes Edge Golf Academy · Eau Claire · Golf
Reviews
11
Starting Price
$100.00
Lessons
25
Followers
8
Social Media
Credentials
Highlights
- Nationally recognized by Golf Digest as Best Young Teacher and Best in State across multiple years and states
- Founded Athletes Edge Golf Academy after serving as Director of Instruction at the elite Monterey Peninsula Country Club
- Coached and consulted with players on both the PGA Tour and LPGA Tour
- Helped numerous junior golfers earn Division I college golf scholarships
- Expert in 3D biomechanical swing analysis, offering data-driven insights unavailable on a standard practice range
- Over 22 years of coaching experience spanning high school, collegiate, and professional levels
Teaching Philosophy
My coaching philosophy is simple: cut through the noise and get straight to what matters for your game. I've never believed in a one-size-fits-all approach — every golfer has a unique body, athletic background, and set of goals, and my job is to meet you where you are. Whether you're a junior working toward a college scholarship, a competitive amateur chasing a scratch handicap, or an executive athlete looking for a reliable game, the plan I build for you will be tailored specifically to you. I draw on over two decades of experience working at every level of the game — from juniors and high schoolers, to Division I collegiate players, to LPGA and PGA Tour professionals. That breadth of experience shapes how I see a swing and how I communicate what needs to change. I'm known for being easy-going and direct — I don't pile on swing thoughts or overwhelm you with theory. I find the one or two things that will make the biggest difference and we work on those. Technology is a huge part of what I offer. My background in 3D motion analysis means I can show you — in objective, measurable terms — exactly what your body and club are doing, and exactly what world-class movement looks like. This removes guesswork and gives you confidence that the work you're doing on the range will translate to the course.
About the coach
I'm a Teaching Professional and Golf Digest award-winning instructor with over 22 years of experience developing golfers at every level of the game. I founded Athletes Edge Golf Academy following three years as the Director of Instruction at Monterey Peninsula Country Club — one of the most prestigious private clubs in the country — and my career has taken me from Nike Golf Schools and junior development programs to the Tour Striker Golf Academy in Phoenix, where I coached players earning Division I college scholarships and consulted with competitors on both the PGA and LPGA Tours.
Golf Digest has recognized me as one of their Best Young Teachers from 2016 through 2021, and as Best in State in both California and Arizona across multiple years. I've also been named to Golf Tips Magazine's Top 30 Instructors list and serve as a contributing writer for the publication. My teaching mentors include PGA Tour coaches Andy Plummer, Mike Bennett, and Dana Dahlquist — some of the sharpest minds in the instruction world — and that foundation informs everything I do with my students.
At Athletes Edge Golf Academy, I've built a coaching environment that brings elite-level tools to every type of player. I specialize in 3D motion analysis, which lets me give you objective, data-backed feedback that goes far beyond what you can see with the naked eye. I work with competitive juniors, collegiate golfers, and ambitious adults who want real, lasting results — not just a quick tip. My style is relaxed and direct: I'll find the root cause of your swing issues fast and give you a clear, actionable plan. If you're ready to take your game seriously, I'm ready to help.
Specialities
Videos
Mastering Shaft Lean for Perfect Chip Shots
Reviews
Based on 11 ratings
Overall rating
Aaron has provided some amazing tips and techniques that have helped improve our golf games. The videos and lessons to look back on are very informative and good reminders if we forget what was discu…
Julie Simek
June 25, 2026 • Live
Great lesson did first in person lesson after some online lessons. Seen great improvement.
Jeremiah Raine
June 24, 2026 • Live
Very good lesson. Was getting stuck and worked on some drills to create more space. Feel like my dispersion and rotation improved greatly.
Jeremiah Raine
June 24, 2026 • Online
Aaron was a pleasure to get a lesson from. Very precise and didnt over complicate changes. One of the best if not the best lesson Ive received.
Kole Hallmark
June 19, 2026 • Live
Aaron Olson
June 21, 2026
Thanks Kole! Looking forward to the continued work!
Aaron is fantastic! Couldnt recommend him enough. He simplifies the golf swing, and makes it VERY simple to understand what needs to be worked on. If you are an intermediate to advanced player, hes al…
Matt hawker
June 15, 2026 • Live
Aaron Olson
June 15, 2026
Thank you for the kind review, Matt!
Purchase Options
Single Swing Analysis
1 Online Lesson- Full video swing analysis with telestration and voiceover feedback
- Face-on and down-the-line swing review
- Personalized drill prescription targeting your specific fault
- Written summary of key improvement focus
- Response delivered within 48 hours
Swing Analysis 3-Pack
3 Online Lessons- 3 full video swing analyses with telestration and voiceover feedback
- Face-on and down-the-line review on each submission
- Personalized drill prescription after each analysis
- Progress tracking across all 3 submissions
- Messaging support between submissions
- Response on each lesson within 48 hours
Monthly Online Coaching
4 Online Lessons- 4 video swing analyses per month with telestration and voiceover feedback
- Unlimited text messaging with Aaron
- Monthly personalized practice plan updated to reflect your progress
- Priority 24-hour response time on all lesson submissions
- Access to Aaron's exclusive drill library and training notes
Elite Monthly Coaching
4 Online Lessons- 4 video swing analyses per month with telestration and voiceover feedback
- 1 x 30-minute live Zoom check-in per month
- Unlimited text messaging with Aaron
- Monthly personalized practice plan with scoring and course management guidance
- Priority same-day response on all lesson submissions
- Competitive player preparation support (tournament prep, on-course strategy)
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