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Bill. Balash, PGA

PGA Crest

Hobe Sound , FL
Heritage Ridge Golf Club, Hobe Sound, FL

About Bill

Bill is a 34 year member of the PGA of America with over 48 years of experience in the golf business. Born and raised in the Pittsburgh area, Bill is a graduate of Washington & Jefferson College and currently resides in Hobe Sound, FL.

A golfer since the age of six, Bill never imagined his passion for the game would result in a career filled with the magic, wonder and mystic this great game has to offer. He has served those who enjoy golf recreationally as a caddie, Assistant Professional, Director of Instruction, Assistant Superintendent and Junior Golf Coach and those pursuing golf as a career as a PGA Education Faculty member.

Bill has been recognized for his growth of the game efforts by being awarded 1991 SE Chapter South Florida PGA Teacher of the Year, as well as, being named to the PGA President’s Council on Growing the Game. He continues to serve the growth of the game by participating in Women’s Golf Day events and Drive, Chip and Putt qualifiers and most recently PGA Hope.

Other highlights to Bill's career include: · Assistant Professional/Director of Instruction, PGA National Resort & Spa, PBG, FL · Assistant Golf Professional, Oakmont C.C., Oakmont, PA. · Director of Instruction, Golf Digest's Golf Workshop, Hong Kong · Lead Instruction, Nicklaus/Flick Golf Schools · Assistant Professional Emerald Dunes Golf Club, West Palm Beach, FL · Assistant Professional, Eastpointe Country Club, Palm Beach Gardens, FL · Worldwide Director of Instruction for Golden Bear Golf, Inc. · Lead Instructor, Golf Digest Schools, Hollywood, FL · Assistant Coach, PGA Jr League Team NJ, 3rd Place 2015 National Championship · Staff Professional o 1982-1992 PGA Seniors Championship, PGA National Resort & Spa o 1983 Ryder Cup, PGA National Resort & Spa o 1983 US Open, Oakmont Country Club o 1987 PGA Championship, PGA National Resort & Spa

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Bill's Experience

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


Improving Your Game

Break 100

Break 80

Improve your Short Game

Break 90

Prepare for Tournament Golf

Students & Lessons

Coaching Services

Player Type

Adult

Male

Playing with disabilities

Senior

Female

Session Type

Individual

Skills & Tools

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Skills
Putting
Speed
Short Game
Wind Play
Full Swing
Social Engagement
Course Strategy
Wedge Play
Bill's Facilities

Heritage Ridge Golf Club

Hobe Sound FL

*Coaching available to public

6510 SE Heritage Blvd, Hobe Sound, FL 33455-5834

Barefoot Bay FL

*Coaching available to public

PO Box 779233, Barefoot Bay, FL 32976-9233

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