Doug Hammer, PGA
Director of Instruction
Doug Hammer is a PGA professional and has experience with golfers of all levels from all over the world. His client list consists of beginners to top ranked amateurs and professional players. His philosophy is simple—there is no perfect swing for everyone. Doug is a student of the game and studies every technique to be able to help every golfer, no matter what they may be working on or learning. In addition to helping grow the game of golf through coaching, Doug was one of the first Callaway Certified Master Fitters in the United States and conducts custom clubfittings in the Callaway Performance Center at Troon North. It is important to have equipment that fits your game—if you are playing equipment that is not correct for you, you may be able to improve your scores by improving the clubs you play.
Doug Hammer is a Class A member of the Southwest Section of the PGA of America and is the 2019 Southwest PGA Youth Player Development Award winner. Since 1999, Doug has worked for Troon Golf in various capacities and has been a PGA member since 2001. Originally from a small community in southeast Iowa, Doug came to Arizona in 1997 to enter the golf business. Doug began with Troon Golf at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa as an assistant golf professional and began teaching as much as possible. In 2001, he became the head golf professional at The Westin Mission Hills Resort in Rancho Mirage, CA and in 2002, the Director of Instruction at Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa in Galena, IL where Doug began working with Troon Golf Director of Education and Top 100 teacher, Tim Mahoney. Doug spent four years as the Director of Instruction at Talking Stick Golf Club in Scottsdale, AZ, prior to coming to Troon North in December of 2007. He also has international experience working as Director of Instruction for the David Duval Golf Academy in Miyazaki, Japan, and the Banyan Tree Club and Spa in Seoul, South Korea.
Doug is a regular contributor to Golf Tips Magazine and is recognized as one of their Top 30 instructors. Doug is also an 8-time GRAA Top 50 Growth of the Game award winner, the 2019 Southwest PGA Youth Player Development Award winner, the 2023 Callaway West Region Fitter of the Year, and has been nominated for Southwest Section Teacher of the Year three times.
Follow Doug:
- www.facebook.com/hammertheball
- www.X.com/hammertheball
- Instagram @hammertheball
Ryan Mahoney, PGA
Ryan is a Class A PGA Professional and has worked at Troon North Golf Club for the past thirteen years. During his tenure he has had the opportunity to teach alongside such renowned instructors as Tim Mahoney, Steve Dahlby, and Doug Hammer. While at Troon North, Ryan has provided instruction to thousands of guests from all around the world and has also taught hundreds of clinics to various golfers of all abilities.
Ryan is also in charge of the Troon North Junior Academy which, consists of our junior clinics, summer and winter camps, Elite-Masters year long program, Ping Junior Interclub team and PGA Junior League. Under Ryan’s guidance, our Troon North Junior Academy has become one of Arizona’s premiere junior programs for kids of all abilities to learn, develop, and grow their passion for the game of golf. Ryan has been recognized as one of US Kids Golf Top 50 Coaches, Honorable Mention over the past five consecutive years.
Ryan also oversees our player development programs designed for women golfers of all skill levels. This includes our popular “Mulligans and Martinis” clinic as well as clinics during the weekend and playing clinics, offered Friday afternoons.
In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Ryan presides as the one of the Callaway Fitting Specialist in the Callaway Performance Center. The CPC, as it is more commonly known, allows guest to be fit utilizing the same cutting edge fitting equipment, which is used on many of today’s stars on the PGA, LPGA, and European Tours. Ryan’s philosophy is simple and easy to comprehend, he does not teach one method but emphasizes on creating a swing that will provide consistency. Ryan feels that focusing on preparation, progressive learning and having fun, is the key to being successful at golf. Ryan was first introduced to the game when he was a young kid growing up on Bainbridge Island, WA. His eventual passion for golf earned him a scholarship to play for Eckerd College, located in St. Petersburg, FL. Ryan would go on to earn his Bachelor Degrees in both Business Management and Finance.
Learn more about the Callaway Performance Center and the Fitting process.
Tim Mahoney, PGA
Director of Education, Troon
Tim Mahoney is currently director of education for Troon Golf, the premier golf property management and consulting firm in the golf industry. He is responsible for all golf instruction programs and instruction staff at select managed/owned properties since 1995. Tim is the creator of the Troon Golf Academy, Troon Golf Institute, Mahoney Golf Academy and the David Duval Golf Academy.
When not training other teachers, he teaches all levels of golfer from his home bases at Westin Kierland Golf Club and Troon North Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona. During the summer months he teaches at The Club at Cordillera, Vail, Colorado
His commitment to the game is evident in his involvement in so many areas, including lecturing at teaching seminars, consulting in the development of computer software for golf swing analysis, development of learning centers and practice facilities and, most of all, the hours spent on the lesson tee with amateurs and professional players alike.
Tim is one of most highly decorated teachers in America. He is listed among America’s Top 50 Greatest Teachers as ranked by Golf Digest, and has been among the “Top 100 Teachers” in America as ranked by Golf Magazine for more than a decade. He is featured in the Golf Digest video “15 Shots to Save Your Golf Game” and GOLF Magazine’s Top 100 Teachers, The More Series DVDs as well as Neat Video’s computer software program: “Tim Mahoney’s Short Game Secrets.” He also appears regularly on The Golf Channel’s “Golf Academy Live,” on various Southwest regional golf shows and has been a featured instructor on ESPN.
Tim has instructed members of all four major American tours. His students have included Billy Mayfair and David Duval. For many years, Tim taught for the Golf Digest Golf Schools for more than 20 years (1981-2002) conducting more than 3,500 events worldwide. He was also a member of the Golf Digest Pro Panel contributing more than 40 instruction articles to the magazine including three cover stories.
Tim has a degree in marketing from West Texas State University, where he was a member of the Missouri Valley All-Conference Golf Team in 1984. He currently lives in Scottsdale with his wife Karen, daughters Megan and Michelle.
The Golf Academy at Troon North
At The Golf Academy at Troon North, we have created an academy for everyone. Whether you are looking for the intense training of a 1:1 experience with your coach or if you are looking for some basic coaching prior to hitting the course for 18 holes of Arizona’s best golf experience, we have an academy that fits your schedule and goals.
The Golf Academy at Troon North was created by Director of Instruction, Doug Hammer. Doug is the featured instructor for all golf academies at Troon North Golf Club. The philosophy of our academy is simple, treat each person as an individual and work to improve their skills according to their own abilities and experience.
We take a holistic approach to your academy experience by including everything Troon North has to offer in each program. Guests will not only experience the best coaching in Scottsdale, but they will dine in the Dynamite Grille, play on Troon North’s top ranked courses, and experience the Callaway Performance Center for a complete game evaluation.
5 Day Golf Academy Experience:
Our 5 Day Academy is our most comprehensive program, giving students plenty of time to experience everything Troon North has to offer. Guests can choose from our Exclusive program or our Standard program. The Exclusive program features instruction for 5 hours daily (typically 8:00 to 1:00), followed by lunch in the Dynamite Grille and 18 holes of golf at Troon North daily. Over 5 days, guests will experience our complete short and long game instruction programs, detailed clubfitting in the Callaway Performance Center and Odyssey Putting Studio, and on course coaching. Video and Trackman Launch Monitor analysis is included in all programs.
Exclusive Pricing: Standard Pricing:
Single- $6500 + Tax Single – $4500
Twosome – $4125 +Tax pp Twosome – $3250 pp
Threesome – $3400+ tax pp Threesome – $3100 pp
Foursome – $2995 +Tax pp Foursome – $2625 pp
3 Day Golf Academy Experience:
Our 3 Day Academy is our most popular program, allowing students to experience everything Troon North has to offer in a long weekend. Guests can choose from our Exclusive program or our Standard program. The Exclusive program features instruction for 5 hours daily (typically 8:00 to 1:00), followed by lunch in the Dynamite Grille and 18 holes of golf at Troon North daily. Over 3 days, guests will experience our complete short and long game instruction programs, detailed clubfitting in the Callaway Performance Center and Odyssey Putting Studio, and on course coaching. Video and Trackman Launch Monitor analysis is included in all programs.
Exclusive Pricing: Standard Pricing:
Single- $3940 + tax Single – $2750 + tax
Twosome – $2450 + tax pp Twosome – $1950 pp
Threesome – $2050 + tax pp Threesome – $1690 pp
Foursome – $1800 + tax pp Foursome – $1500 pp
2 Day Golf Academy Experience:
Our 2 Day Academy is great for players who have not had much instruction or are just getting back into the game. Guests can choose from our Exclusive program or our Standard program. The Exclusive program features instruction for 5 hours daily (typically 8:00 to 1:00), followed by lunch in the Dynamite Grille and 18 holes of golf at Troon North daily. Over 2 days, guests will experience our complete short and long game instruction programs, and receive on course coaching on Day 2. Video and Trackman Launch Monitor analysis is included in all programs.
Exclusive Pricing: Standard Pricing:
Single- $2795 + tax Single – $1895 + tax
Twosome – $1795 + tax pp Twosome – $1400 pp
Threesome – $1490 + tax pp Threesome – $1200 pp
Foursome – $1295 + tax pp Foursome – $1095 pp
1 Day Golf Academy Experience:
Our 1 Day Academy is great for players who may only have one day to dedicate to golf while in Scottsdale, or who just want that one tip to help them enjoy their golf vacation. Guests can choose from our Exclusive program or our Standard program. The Exclusive program features instruction for 5 hours daily (typically 8:00 to 1:00), followed by lunch in the Dynamite Grille and 18 holes of golf at Troon North daily. Over the course of the day, guests will our complete short and long game instruction programs. Video and Trackman Launch Monitor analysis is included in all programs.
Exclusive Pricing: Standard Pricing:
Single- $1450 + tax Single – $995 + tax
Twosome – $995 + tax pp Twosome – $750 pp
Threesome – $805 + tax pp Threesome – $695 pp
Foursome – $705 + tax pp Foursome – $650 pp
All Golf Academy reservations MUST be made by contacting 480-585-5300, ext. 251 or by Email at Dhammer@troon.com.
2023-24 Private Lesson Offerings From Troon North
- Hourly Lessons
Director of Instruction – Doug Hammer $225 Per hour
PGA Teaching Professional – Ryan Mahoney $175 Per hour
***Troon North Residents, Four Seasons Pinnacle Club Members, and Village Health Club Members receive 20% discount off private lesson rack rate only. No discount for clinics, golf schools, or bulk lessons as these rates are already deeply discounted.
Group Lessons
All Instructors Hourly Rate + $25 per add. Student
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Junior Lessons
Director of Instruction $125
PGA teaching professional $125
On Course Playing Lessons
2 Hours (9 holes) w/ Director of Instruction $450
2 Hours (9 holes) w/ PGA instructor $400
*Playing lessons are limited to 2 PM or later due to golf course schedule, unless approved by Head Professional and Maintenance in cases of back nine play.
**All Private Lessons with Troon North Teaching professionals include analysis using video and launch monitor technology. Online lessons are also available for continuing education.
Lesson Packages:
Commit to 3+ Hours with Director of Instruction, Doug Hammer and hourly rate is $175. Packages can be created for any length of time based on Student’s needs and schedules.
3 Hours w/ PGA Teaching Professional, Ryan Mahoney $495
6 Hours w/ PGA Teaching Professional, Ryan Mahoney $930
10 Hours w/PGA Teaching Professional, Ryan Mahoney $1550
***Students can use any hour(s) for on course instruction as available. Work with Coaches to determine individual schedules.
To Book your Appointment, Email Dhammer@troon.com or Call 480-585-5300, ext. 251
Corporate & Group Instruction
Corporate and group golf instruction programs are the perfect way to make you business meetings more successful, productive, and memorable. Or if you are traveling with your group for pleasure, what better way to show your group a great time than treating them to some entertaining and educational golf instruction. Choose and customize your program from a menu of activities designed to strengthen your relationship with clients, create a memorable experience, and build camaraderie among your guests. Options include one, two, or three-hour clinics and custom full day and multi-day programs for instruction. Our PGA professional staff can even provide your guests with a unique and enjoyable golf school followed by a Pro-Am competition or golf outing.
Instructional Demonstrations | $1000
Add a special touch to your tournament or outing. Doug Hammer, Director of Instruction is available for entertaining and educational demonstrations of the golf swing during warm-up prior to your event.
Professionals on The Practice Tee | $50 ppl (8 person minimum)
Our PGA professional staff is available for “tournament day tips” during warm-up prior to the tournament.
Video Swing Analysis & Email of lesson (8 person minimum) $65 per person
This program is designed to add a personal touch to your golf outing. Our Professionals will video the swing of each golfer in your outing. All participants will receive an email of their swings with a professional analysis. Email can be personalized with your company logo, name, and date of your golf outing.
On-Course Instruction (8 person minimum) | $399 pp
This program is designed to create enjoyment among your group on the golf course. Our professional staff will join your group on the course to provide instruction, course management, and fun! Typically one professional can cover 2 to 4 groups, playing intervals of the course with each group.
One-hour Clinic (8 to 100 people)
Usually a single topic clinic covering full swing or short game.
Cost: $75.00 per person
Two-hour Clinic (8 to 100 people)
Usually a multiple topic clinic covering full swing and chipping or putting.
Cost: $150.00 per person
Three-hour Clinic (8 to 100 people)
Topics typically include, but not limited to: Full swing, chipping and putting, and pitching. Video analysis is available in 3 hour sessions.
Cost: $225.00 per person
2024- 2025 Junior Academy
Our mission at the Troon North Junior Golf Academy is to provide a high level of instruction to our young golfers, establishing an environment that refines important golf skills, and fun instructional programs, our students will learn the basics of the game and will be given a solid foundation to enjoy a lifetime of golf.
Cadet Program:
During Level 1 Cadet Program our goal is to create a fun environment where new, young golfers can learn some of tjhe basics of golf while playing enjoyable and exciting games that test their overall golf skills. Curriculum also covers traditional rules and etiquette, while utilizing our unique methods so that each young golfer will learn the game at their own pace.
- When: Every Sunday (12:00PM to 1:00PM)
Cadet-Master’s Program:
The Cadet-Master’s program is designed specifically for more experienced junior golfers who are ready to be playing on the course and possibly looking forward to competing in competive golf tournaments. Curriculum will focus on developing specific golf skills, such as distance control, power and accuracy, proficiency in short game, and on course management.
- When: Every Sunday (1:00PM to 2:30PM & 2:30PM to 4:00PM)
Contact Ryan Mahoney and Doug Hammer to Sign-Up!
Dates:
September 8 is our final session this fall prior to overseeding.
Sunday camps begin again on Sunday Oct. 13 and will continue every Sunday thru May of 2025! Check with coaches for Holiday schedules.
Space fills up fast therefore, if you are interested in signing your son or daughter for any of our camps this season, please email me directly, (Rmahoney@troon.com).
PGA Junior League
Troon North conducts both Spring and Fall Seasons of PGA Junior League. Our League includes The Phoenician, giving all our teams “away” matches each season. Additionally, we have been very active and competitive in the Championship All Star Season each summer. Our 2024 13u team advanced to Regionals!! Typically our Fall Season begins at the end of October and Spring Season begins in March with competitions on Sundays and practices on Saturdays each week. Please visit this link and search for Troon North Golf Club to signup:
Troon North Women’s Golf Programs
2023-24
Saturdays Starting Oct. 14, 2023. We will offer two clinics per week from 10:00 to 11:00 AM and from 11:00 Am to 12:00 PM. Cost is $40 per person/per session. Both the 10:00 and 11:00 sessions will feature the same content. Topics per month as follows:
September/October 2024 – Full Swing
November 2024 – Short Game
December 2024 – Full Swing
January 2025 – Full Swing
February 2025 – Short Game
March 2025 – Full Swing
April 2025 – Short Game
May 2025 – Full Swing
****Summer 2025 schedule will be posted in May
Email DHammer@troon.com or Rmahoney@troon.com to register for any session. Advance booking required and suggested at least 30 days in advance as sessions fill very quickly.