Mastering Golf Course Strategy

Meet Your Instructor

Tom is a Class “A” member of the PGA of Canada with more than 40 years of experience as a golf professional, bringing a wealth of knowledge to the Rio Golf Academy. Over his career, he played for 13 years on the PGA Tour Canada, as well as the Australian and Asian tours, competing in numerous tournaments worldwide. Having gained invaluable experience by playing alongside some of the finest players of his time, Tom understands what it takes to succeed at the highest level. In 2006, he founded a full-time junior and post-grad residential golf academy in Orlando, Florida, aimed at preparing young golfers for success in junior golf, collegiate golf, and beyond. Through his academy, Tom worked closely with some of Central Florida’s top academic institutions, helping his students graduate and secure sports scholarships to prestigious universities across the United States. After merging his academy with another well-established institution, Tom transitioned back into the management side of the golf industry. He has been serving as the General Manager of Rio Pinar Golf for the past six and a half years, continuing to make an impact in the golf world.