
Eric D. Barnes, PGA
Golf CoachEric is a native of Santa Barbara CA and began his playing and teaching career in the southwest. After winning the Southwest Assistant’s Championship, he competed on the Asian tour, and eventually found his way to Illinois as a teaching professional in the northern suburbs of Chicago. Here Eric was mentored by several top 100 instructors and Hall of Fame Golf Professionals. He has served as a PGA Professional at four elite private clubs including Barrington Hills CC, Onwentsia GC, Glen Flora CC and most recently Evanston GC. After four successful decades in the private club industry, Eric is enthusiastic about focusing his talents on teaching and honing in on his passion of helping others improve their game. He has many years of valuable experience in custom club fitting, video swing analysis and instruction with all levels and age groups. Eric’s 3 P’s mantra is being positive, patient and persistent. Eric embodies these qualities and is excited to inspire his clients.
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Testimonial:
Since working with Eric, not only have my scores improved, but my entire golfing experience. My handicap has dropped from a 13 to a 9. And most importantly, I recently achieved a lifelong goal of mine—I broke 80 for the first time ever!
Helping players achieve their goals.
Getting Started
Learn the basics
Get comfortable for business golf
Avoid embarrassment on the first tee
Having More Fun
Connect with golfers of similar age
Have more fun on the course
Connect with golfers of similar skill
Improving Your Game
Get swing diagnostic testing
Make the high school golf team
Improve your Short Game
Break 80
Break 100
Break 90
Add 10 yards
Earn a college golf scholarship
Prepare for Tournament Golf
Coaching Services
Player Type
Adult
Male
Teen
Senior
Female
Session Type
Individual
Group
SMART Golf & Fitness Instruction - Lombard
Lombard IL
*Coaching available to public
350 E 22nd St., Lombard, IL 60148