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Michael J. Thomas, PGA

Director of Instruction
PGA Crest

Severna Park, MD
Chartwell Golf & Country Club, Severna Park, MD

About Michael

Michael has more than 15 years of professional teaching experience, earning his PGA membership in 2008. Recognized as a Golf Digest Best Teachers in the State (2026–2027), Michael has built a reputation for clear, effective golf instruction that helps players of all levels lower their scores and enjoy the game more.

Michael has trained and taught alongside a Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor and multiple MAPGA Teachers of the Year, giving him a deep foundation in modern golf instruction. His students range from true beginners to national-level competitors, all drawn to his ability to simplify the golf swing, clarify ball flight, and translate practice into real on-course results.

Rather than chasing a one-size-fits-all “perfect swing,” Michael focuses on individualized golf instruction. He helps players improve by strengthening weaknesses, leveraging natural strengths, and managing their abilities strategically on the course. Lessons are grounded in understanding impact, ball flight, and player feels, with specific swing mechanics introduced only when they directly support better shots and lower scores.

Michael also emphasizes how to practice effectively and how to take changes from the lesson tee to the golf course with confidence. His approach blends technique, practice planning, and course management to help golfers play smarter, not harder.

Certifications include TPI Level 2 (Golf), SportsBox 3D, Stack Speed Training, U.S. Kids Golf, and Operation 36, allowing Michael to tailor instruction to juniors, adults, and competitive players alike.

Students

300

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Michael's Experience

Helping players achieve their goals.


Getting Started

Learn the basics

Avoid embarrassment on the first tee

Get comfortable for business golf


Having More Fun

Connect with golfers of similar skill

Connect with golfers of similar age

Have more fun on the course


Improving Your Game

Break 100

Break 90

Break 80

Add 10 yards

Improve your Short Game

Prepare for Tournament Golf

Make the high school golf team

Get swing diagnostic testing

Earn a college golf scholarship

Students & Lessons

Coaching Services

Player Type

Youth

Teen

Adult

Senior

Male

Female

Session Type

Individual

Group

Skills & Tools

Improve with Michael.

SkillsTools
Putting
Tournament Strategy
Physical Assessment
Short Game
Club Fitting
Full Swing
Course Strategy
Wedge Play
Michael's Facilities

Chartwell Golf & Country Club

Severna Park MD

*Coaching available to public

1 Chartwell Dr, Severna Park, MD 21146-1442

Severna Park MD

1 Chartwell Dr, Severna Park, MD 21146

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