Daniel Gray

NAIA Individual National Champion (Texas Wesleyan, 1975)

Daniel Gray

Daniel Gray

NAIA National Champion turned elite junior developer — creating lifetime golfers and competitive champions across Iowa and Arizona.

Dan Gray Golf Schools · Las Barrancas Golf Club · Golf

NAIA All-AmericanOperation 36 Certified CoachMach3 Speed Training Certified2x Tour School FinalistFounder & Director, Junior Golf of Northwest Iowa (501c3)
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Credentials

NAIA Individual National Champion (Texas Wesleyan, 1975)NAIA All-AmericanOperation 36 Certified CoachMach3 Speed Training Certified2x Tour School FinalistFounder & Director, Junior Golf of Northwest Iowa (501c3)

Highlights

  • NAIA Individual National Golf Champion representing Texas Wesleyan University
  • Won 150+ tournaments across 12 states as a competitive player
  • Coached 12 college golf All-Americans and two PGA Tour winners
  • Operation 36 Academy at Willow Creek, Le Mars ranked Top 5 (#5) out of 800+ locations worldwide
  • Founded Junior Golf of Northwest Iowa in 2019, growing it into a thriving regional junior tour and academy serving ages 5–18

Teaching Philosophy

Golf has given me everything — a national championship, a professional career, and a lifetime of memories — and my greatest joy now is passing that gift along to others. I believe golf is a sport for life, and my job as a coach is to meet each student exactly where they are and help them fall in love with the game while building real, lasting skills. For junior golfers, I use the Operation 36 framework to make the game immediately fun and achievable — starting from shorter distances and working outward as confidence and skill grow. For players chasing competitive goals, I combine proven technical fundamentals with Mach3 Speed Training to unlock distance and athleticism. Having competed at the highest amateur level and navigated two Tour School campaigns myself, I understand what it takes to perform under pressure, and I bring that competitive perspective into every lesson. I care deeply about developing the whole golfer — the mental side, the short game, the full swing — and I tailor my approach to each individual's goals. Whether you're a 5-year-old picking up a club for the first time or a junior chasing a college scholarship, I'll give you my full attention, my honest feedback, and a roadmap to reach your potential. Golf truly is the greatest sport of a lifetime, and I can't wait to help you experience that.

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Frequently asked questions

What is an online golf lesson?

An online golf lesson is a way of learning golf skills and techniques from a coach or instructor through the internet, using video analysis, live coaching, or online courses. On Skillest, you can get private instruction with an elite golf coach without even leaving your home. Just record your golf swing and send it to your coach, along with any goals, questions, or other information that will help your coach create the right plan for you.

What are the benefits of an online lesson using Skillest?

Online golf lessons using Skillest offer many benefits, such as convenience, affordability, flexibility, and access to the largest selection of the most talented golf coaches in one place. Through video recordings, side by side comparisons, and conversations you have with your coach, you will receive comprehensive feedback on what you need to improve and how to improve these areas. When you get a lesson on Skillest, you don’t need to schedule a time or drive to your lesson. You can just record your swing and message your coach whenever you have questions.

How do I receive feedback from my coach?

You will receive feedback from your coach through the Skillest app. Your coach will record their own videos with their analysis as well as additional drills to work on and send them back to you inside the lesson. You can watch your coach’s analysis, which may include video, audio, text, or drawings and see the changes and improvements they suggest for your swing. You can also ask your coach follow-up questions you have, and chat with them through the app. You can also review your feedback and track your progress anytime on the app.

What are the different types of lesson plans I can purchase?

Skillest offers a variety of plans and packages available for purchase. You can purchase a single online lesson, lesson packages, monthly subscriptions, or live Zoom lessons. Many coaches also offer video-based courses in addition to one-on-one coaching. Note: Not every coach will offer each type of lesson plan available.

What are Courses?

Courses are a series of instructional videos created by expert coaches that cover a wide range of sport-specific topics. Whether you're looking to refine your technique, master strategy, boost your fitness, or enhance your mental game, our courses are designed to help you excel in your chosen sport—be it golf, swimming, cricket, basketball, or baseball.