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Jeffrey R. Simpkins, PGA

First Assistant
PGA Crest

Palm Desert , CA
Chaparral Country Club, Palm Desert, CA

About Jeffrey
  • Certified PGA Class “A” Golf Professional with over 24 years of golf instruction, customer service, and retail experience.
  • Currently work as the First Assistant at Chaparral Country Club in Palm Desert California.
  • I worked Admiral Baker Golf Course facility (2020-2025) as an Assistant Golf Professional, managing the facility day-to-day operations and providing high quality golf instruction.
  • Additionally, worked in a high-end, and fast paced golf shop located at Torrey Pines Golf Course from 2003-2020.
  • Graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Management.

Phone Number (858)361-2232

Education

San Diego State University

B.S. in Business Administration – Management, Graduated: Spring 2007

Certifications

• Class “A” PGA Professional, Elected February 2025

• Ongoing professional development through PGA education and training

• PGA Coach ADM (American Development Model), Completion July 2025

• Star Service Fleet & Family Readiness, Completion July 2025

• Titleist – Club Fitting Professional, Completion January 2025

• Titleist – 2025 Titleist Golf Ball Certification, Completion January 2025

• TaylorMade – Certification Program Spring 2025, Complete January 2025

• Srixon – Certified Product Specialist, Complete January 2025

• Clevland – Certified Product Specialist, Complete January 2025

• Titleist – 2024 Club Fitting Professional, Completion February 2024

• Titleist – 2024 Titleist Golf Ball Certification, Completion February2024

• TaylorMade – Certification Program Spring 2024, Complete April 2024

• Ping Academy – Ping Fitting Foundation Course, Completed February 2024

• Cobra/Puma – Certified Product Specialist, Completed April 2024

• Mizuno – 2024 Mizuno Golf Product Learning Path, Completed February 2024

• Nation CPR Foundation – Certification of Completion May 2025

Students

20

Testimonial:

“Jeff focused on fundamentals, like grip and posture, and techniques. What really impressed me was how patient and encouraging Jeff was throughout the process. If you’re serious about improving, I can’t recommend Jeff highly enough.”

Leo

Testimonial:

“Jeff has a deep knowledge of the swing, combined with a clear and patient teaching style, made our lessons both productive and enjoyable. I can’t say enough about the incredible impact Jeff made on my golf game.”

Drew

Testimonial:

“Taking lessons with Jeff has been a total game-changer for me. From the very first session, he made me feel comfortable and confident, no matter what level I was at.”

Everett
Jeffrey's Experience

Helping players achieve their goals.


Getting Started

Learn the basics


Having More Fun

Have more fun on the course


Improving Your Game

Break 90

Students & Lessons

Coaching Services

Session Type

Individual

Player Type

Youth

Teen

Adult

Senior

Male

Female

Playing with disabilities

Skills & Tools

Improve with Jeffrey.

Skills
Putting
Short Game
Full Swing
Course Strategy
Jeffrey's Facilities

Chaparral Country Club

Palm Desert CA

100 Chaparral Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260-0322