Instructors

PGA Director Of Instruction

C.E.O. BECOMING WHOLE SPORTS PRODUCTIONS, LLC
MENTAL SKILLS SPECIALIST, LICENSED CLINICAL HYPNOTHERAPIST, & MASTER OF NEURO-PLASTICITY

Robert Smith has demonstrated his passion for teaching and playing for over Thirty Years! His skills demonstrated in teaching have awarded him the honor of Top 25 Elite Teachers of Northern CA, Southern Oregon, and Northern Nevada. Robert's teaching career spans over 75,000 career lessons to golfers of all ability levels. Fueling his experience, Robert's prior employment included the Dave Pelz Academy, Arnold Palmer Golf Academy, and at the PGA Headquarters for Learning and Performance.

Goal setting, physical fitness, proper equipment, aligning his teaching material with his student’s physical body style, mental characteristics and gender is the criteria Robert considers when designing a successful physical and mental improvement formula. Robert continues to pursue new and innovative performance enhancement techniques.

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For additional information and rates on the A.G.I.P. Programs, private instruction, and mental performance, contact Robert Smith:

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Phone: 916-606-0984
Website: www.becomingwholetherapy.com

Assistant Golf Professional

Don started playing golf at the age of 13 and was hooked from the start. He turned teaching Professional after receiving a diploma in Golf Complex Operations and Management from the San Diego Golf Academy. This is where Don received his instruction, club fitting and player credentials. Prior to joining Cherry Island in 2006, Don worked for Copeland Sports as the Golf Department Manager / golf Professional for over eight years. Dons teaching philosophy is always keep it simple, precise and easy to follow for any type of player. Dons enjoys coaching his son in youth basketball and baseball. He also likes all kinds of outdoor activities such as fishing, camping and walking his dog shadow. Don lives in Natomas California with his wife Tracy and their son Jack

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Rates

• Adults: $75.00 For One Hour
• Series Of (Three) One-Hour Adult Lessons: $200.00
• Junior Lessons (17 & Under): $50.00 For One Hour
• Series Of (Three) One-Hour Junior Lessons: $130.00

Instructor

Hank Vereschzagin has been an instructor in the Sacramento Valley for more than a decade. He started at Haggin Oaks, then Rancho Murieta and now Cherry Island. A core belief he has is that the game should be fun for all ages and abilities. Consistency and building a swing that is unique to your physical capabilities is crucial. He will build a swing that fits you, not fit you into a swing. He’s had one golfer earn a full scholarship to a Division I school. Another junior just won the Sacramento County Girls title (14-15) and the Johnny Miller Invitational at Silverado. Another junior player earned All-league honors in her first year of competition.

Rates

• Adults:
  • 1 hour: $90
  • Series of (Three) one-hour lessons: $240
  • Series of (Six) one-hour lessons: $450
• Seniors:
  • 1 hour: $80
  • Series of (Three) one-hour lessons: $215
  • Series of (Six) one-hour lessons: $400
• Juniors:
  • 1 hour: $70
  • Series of (Three) one-hour lessons: $190
  • Series of (Six) one-hour lessons: $370
• Youth under 15:
  • Half hour: $30

Instructor

Scott Johnson is proud to join the instructional team at Cherry Island Golf Course, where he has proudly called home since 2000. As a longtime Elverta resident, Scott has developed a deep connection to the course and its welcoming golf community.

With more than 15 years of competitive golf experience, Scott is passionate about helping golfers of every age and skill level improve their game. His coaching philosophy centers on creating a positive, encouraging learning environment while building solid fundamentals that lead to lasting improvement and greater confidence on the course.

Scott specializes in the short game, believing that the greatest opportunities to lower scores come from mastering shots around the green. Whether you're learning the game for the first time or you're an experienced player looking for more consistent ball striking, increased distance, or lower scores, Scott provides personalized instruction tailored to your individual goals.

Students benefit from Cherry Island's exceptional practice facilities, including a full driving range, dedicated short-game practice areas, and the unique 100-yard practice hole, allowing every lesson to be hands-on and game-focused.

Away from the course, Scott enjoys spending quality time with his wife and daughter.

Scott believes golf is a game that should be both rewarding and enjoyable. His goal is to help every student develop the skills, confidence, and love for the game that keep them coming back to the course.

Rates

• Adults:
  • 1 hour: $75
  • Series of (Three) one-hour lessons: $200