
Gary W Tatar, PGA
PGA DSP & ADM Certified CoachTake It to the Next Level: Coaching to Unlock Your Full Potential
Every lesson and individual is unique, but understanding that success is 90% mental can be the game-changer. My goal is to help you improve your natural abilities by connecting your intellect and desire to achieve lasting performance breakthroughs.
I am a lifelong student of the mental game. My favorite sport psychologists include Dr. Bob Rotella, Dr. David Cook, and Dr. Deborah Graham—leaders in mental performance and player development.
My favorite coaching programs focus on:
- Course Management
- “Break” Milestones: 100, 90, 80, and 70 Clubs
- Family and Couples Camps
- Junior Development
The Salmon Creek Country Club Advantage allows me to blend these principles into a hands-on, on-course instruction model tailored to each golfer’s goals.
With over 20 years of experience as a Direct Support Professional, I have worked extensively with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. My Adaptive Golf Program is designed to help young adults build confidence and independence in the community through the empowering experience of golf. We also offer a unique Adaptive Golf Membership at Salmon Creek.
Career Highlights:
- PGA Quarter Century Club Member
- Served on the WNY Section Board
- Section Merchandiser of the Year
- Led three organizations to Top 100 Golf Shop Operations
- Coached four State Gold Medal Special Olympic Champions
- Mentored high school players who went on to earn college scholarships
- Consultant, project manager including Mill Creek Golf, Rolling Hills Golf Course, Smokin’ Joes Driving Range Executive, and Golf Galaxy Rochester
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Helping players achieve their goals.
Getting Started
Learn the basics
Get comfortable for business golf
Avoid embarrassment on the first tee
Having More Fun
Connect with golfers of similar age
Have more fun on the course
Connect with golfers of similar skill
Improving Your Game
Break 100
Break 80
Improve your Short Game
Make the high school golf team
Get swing diagnostic testing
Break 90
Add 10 yards
Prepare for Tournament Golf
Earn a college golf scholarship
Coaching Services
Player Type
Youth
Teen
Adult
Senior
Male
Female
Playing with disabilities
Session Type
Individual
Group
Salmon Creek Country Club
Spencerport NY
*Coaching available to public
355 Washington St, Spencerport, NY 14559-9511