Ron Philo, Jr. is an accomplished competitive golfer. Ron has played competitive golf around the world, including appearances in six PGA Championships and one US Open. He brings his competitive background to the instructional experience in an effort to help all students achieve their full potential.

Ron was recognized by Golf Magazine in its February 2005 issue as one the Top Teachers by region. He was also recognized by Golf Digest as “Best-in-State – 2004/2005” for his teaching in Vermont where he has spent the summer seasons teaching. Ron is a two-time recipient of the “Teacher of the Year” award from the North Florida PGA.

Ron, Jr.’s Competitive Highlights:

• 8 Major Championship Appearances (click to watch the CBS* video about Ron Philo, Jr. and the 19 other PGA Professionals competing at the 2006 PGA at Medinah)

• Winner 2006 PGA Professional National Championship

• 5 Time PGA Section Player of the Year Winner (1994 North Florida PGA, 2003, 2004, 2005 New England PGA, & 2006 Metropolitan PGA)

• Winner of the 2006 Metropolitan PGA Section Championship (click to read about the victory)

• Winner of the 2006 Rhode Island Open (click to read about the victory)

• Winner of the 2006 Westchester Open (click to read about the victory

• Winner of the 2006 Metropolitan PGA Professional Championship

• Winner of the 2005 Sovereign Bank New England Open (click to read about the victory)

• Winner of the 2004 New England PGA Section Championship

He says: "We hope to help our students gain confidence through self-reliance. By understanding the golf swing, students are able to create a swing that feels right to them."

It’s certainly been working for him.