
Michael J. Thomas, PGA
Director of InstructionMichael 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.
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
Coaching Services
Player Type
Youth
Teen
Adult
Senior
Male
Female
Session Type
Individual
Group
Improve with Michael.
Putting
Tournament Strategy
Physical Assessment
Short Game
Club Fitting
Full Swing
Course Strategy
Wedge Play
Chartwell Golf & CC Simulator
Severna Park MD
1 Chartwell Dr, Severna Park, MD 21146