THE DRIVE GOLF WAY
DRIVE Golf Academy
Philosophy
The DRIVE Golf philosophy is different. No fake news. No random, disinterested, unengaged, antiquated lazy golf advice. No jumping around aimlessly with an endless list of things to memorize. No more confusion.
We are inspired. We are passionate. And we are dedicated to helping you achieve your best golf performance. We have a horse in the race. We want you to succeed in your journey to playing your best golf.
This is golf explained clearly. Built up logically. Delivered in a way to inspire you and to fuel a lifelong passion for this game. This is the truth about golf. Period.
Methodology
We take a repeatable, fact & science driven approach to teaching. We avoid the opinion-based, fad-driven “hot tip” pathway—an approach that never, ever works.
THE DRIVE GOLF SYSTEM is modularly built, with each lesson logically referring to and building on the last one. No more “quick fixes” or random “tips & tricks”.
We care about you learning the right things, in the right order, at the right time. In other words, first things first, and build up from there.
Approach
Our instruction is proven and battle tested for every skill level:
WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR BEST GOLF IN ALL AREAS:
Mental
Flow State / Peak Performance / Focus / State of Mind
Emotional
Facing Adversity / Self Talk / Handling Highs & Lows
Intellectual
Course Management / Game Planning / Game Execution
Spiritual
Connection to the Game / Being Balanced / Staying Centered
Technical
Fundamentals / Sequence / Swing Components / Swing Forces
Physical
Functional Movement / Fitness / Flexibility / Rest & Recovery
REGARDLESS OF YOUR GOAL, WE ARE HERE TO HELP:
Curtis Nelson
Curtis has over two decades of golf teaching experience, honing his craft over that time. His passion for golf was ignited during his junior years when he immersed himself in multiple sports. Baseball, golf, and basketball were his playgrounds, sowing the seeds of discipline, mental fortitude, and technical prowess.
Curtis' journey through sports led him to earn a collegiate basketball scholarship, a testament to his desire, skill, and dedication. He graduated with a strong educational background, culminating in multiple degrees specializing in psychology and peak human performance. These invaluable insights into the human psyche and the pursuit of excellence were integral to his journey as a coach and mentor.
Driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a profound love for teaching, Curtis coached basketball at the collegiate level for a decade, winning the PACWEST Coach of the Year in 2013. After graduating, he pursued his love of golf, gaining his professional certifications and working as an Assistant and Head Teaching Professional at a number of golf courses in Canada.
In 2016, Curtis founded DRIVE Golf. Through this platform, he provides a range of golf instruction services, including Private, Semi-Private, and Small Group Lessons, Playing Lessons, Mental Training, and Peak Performance Coaching. His aim is to create a community of golf enthusiasts who share his love for the game and are united by a desire to constantly improve.
In 2023, Curtis realized his lifelong dream by opening his own indoor golf studio in Tsawwassen, BC. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to take your golfing experience to new heights, with advanced technology and a nurturing environment for golfers of all levels.
Curtis’ journey through the world of sports and his dedication to personal and professional growth have made him a trusted figure in the world of golf instruction. More than anything, he wants every one of his students to succeed.