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Michael J. Cude

Golf Instructor

associate

PGA Crest

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Rick Smith Golf Academy, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

About Michael

Michael is a skilled competitive golfer that played multiple sports growing up before fully devoting himself to golf in 2012. Mostly self-taught, he competed in many local tournaments as well as US Open and US Amateur qualifiers while relentlessly studying all aspects of the game. His love and knowledge of the game brought him to leave his career in finance and begin coaching. He currently runs the Junior Golf Academy at Trump National Los Angeles as well as teaching private lessons. Whether you are brand new to the game or looking to refine your skills, Michael is there to help. There is nothing more rewarding to him than seeing someone improve and enjoy the game he loves most.

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Michael's Experience

Helping players achieve their goals.


Getting Started

Learn the basics

Get comfortable for business golf

Avoid embarrassment on the first tee


Having More Fun

Have more fun on the course

Connect with golfers of similar skill

Connect with golfers of similar age


Improving Your Game

Break 100

Improve your Short Game

Break 80

Make the high school golf team

Break 90

Get swing diagnostic testing

Add 10 yards

Prepare for Tournament Golf

Students & Lessons

Coaching Services

Player Type

Youth

Adult

Male

Teen

Senior

Female

Session Type

Group

Individual

Michael's Facilities

Rick Smith Golf Academy

Rancho Palos Verdes CA

*Coaching available to public

1 Trump National Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275-6173

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