KENNETH RACCA

• Golf Teaching Professional with 21 years of golf industry experience, Golf Digest Certified Instructor. USGTF Certified Golf Teaching Professional with three "Top 100" Teacher rankings by the WGTF, Titleist Performance Institute Certified Golf Level 2 Instructor
• Numerous awards and accomplishments in the golf industry for instruction and all relating golf technology such as launch monitors, video lessons, and ground force mechanics
• Has shadowed and was trained by some of the best teachers in the golf world, including Mike Bender, Stan Utley, Mike Adams, and Jay Overton.
• Master Clubmaker, Fitter, and Repairer,
• Exceptional golf knowledge, as well as demonstrated relationship, sales, and customer service skills.

Golf Digest Certified Instructor

World Golf Teachers Federation Top 100 Instructor

United States Golf Teachers Federation Level 3 Certified

Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Level 2 Certified

US Kids Golf Level 2 Certified Coach

Positive Coaching Alliance Double Goal Coach

TRACKMAN Certified Professional Level 2

FORESIGHT SPORTS PEAK Level 2 GC Technologist

BODITRAK Golf Ground Mechanics Certified

V1 Sports Level 2 Certified in Video Lesson Delivery

V1 Sports Pressure Mat Certified

• Titleist Performance Institute Certified Level Two Golf Instructor
• Top 100 Teacher Award, World Golf Teachers Federation
• USGTF Level III Certified Instructor, United States Golf Teachers Association
• Accredited/Advanced Club Maker, Master Craftsman, and New York Club Maker of the Year, Golf Clubmakers Association
• Advanced Professional Class "A" Club Maker/Fitter/Repairer Professional Clubmakers Society
• Foresight Sports PEAK Level 1 Launch Monitor Certified
• Boditrak Ground Pressure Force Mat Certified
• Shadowed famous golf instructors such as Mike Bender, Jay Overton, and Stan Utley
• Completed Leadbetter Academy Golf Professional Training Program

• PGA TOUR SUPERSTORE, Golf Instructor/Teaching Professional, 2020, Present
• Responsible for driving the in-store experience by working to grow participation in existing clinics, lesson programs, and in-store events, as well as innovating continuously to develop new programs tailored to the golf enthusiast.
• Lessons given in a technology-rich environment, taught within a private golf simulator driven by industry-leading Foresight launch monitor technology and outfitted with V1 HD high-speed video capture from multiple camera angle, Boditrak pressure mat technology for ground force pressure mapping and 3D motion analysis, to help tailor improvement game plans that inspire people to play their best and achieve their swing goals.
• FISHKILL GOLF COURSE AND DRIVING RANGE, Golf Instructor/Teaching Professional, 2003, Present
• Provide golf instruction, training, and coaching for beginner, intermediate and advanced players
• Customize game improvement programs based upon assessed skill levels of each student, using video and/or launch monitor analysis as needed.
• Plan/coordinate golf clinics and junior camps. Assisted with driving range and golf course operations as needed.
• KEN'S CUSTOM CLUBS, 2003, 2008
• Provide custom fittings, repairs, and assembly of golf clubs for all levels of players, from beginners to professionals, utilizing skills as a Golf Instructor and Master Clubmaker. Delivered an exceptional customer service experience.
• Established an international clientele of customers.
• BOCCIERI GOLF, TOUR DEPARTMENT CLUBMAKER, 2003, 2013
• Responsible for sales, client relationship management, technical support, and custom club making.
• Travelled extensively, including PGA Tour Events, and visited major retailers, coordinated sales events and provided on-site custom fittings.
• Worked at the PGA Merchandise show for nine years as a company representative.

I love my yoga practice because it keeps me loose and limber for golf!