James Swantko

James is director of instruction for Elite Golf Schools at their Cave Creek location. He serves as lead instructor for Nike Junior Golf Camps at Dove Valley Ranch.

James is Head Instructor of Dove Valley Ranch GC, as well as a PGA Apprentice. He is an Ohio native who is deeply passionate about golf, music, and family. He joined the PGA as an apprentice professional in 2011 and since then has dedicated his career to COACHING the game, not simply teaching the golf swing. James is passionate that anyone and everyone can play this wonderful game and he strives to make the game and every lesson fun, informative, and simple. His belief: This game does not need to be complex, however, in order to achieve this, every student must walk away with ownership of their swing and their game or we have failed them.

• Teaching and Playing Professionally for 8 years
• Coach to numerous Web.com Tour playing professionals
• Qualified for the 2017 Arizona Open
• Low round in competition, 68