
About Nick Kumpis
Nick Kumpis is a highly respected golf instructor with over 20 years of experience in coaching golfers of all levels—from beginners to professionals. As the Director of Instruction at Santa Ana Country Club, Nick has built a reputation for delivering personalized, results-driven coaching. Now, through his online courses and coaching, he brings his expert guidance directly to you, wherever you are.
Nick’s teaching expertise spans video swing analysis, personalized performance plans, and specific player development programs. His approach focuses on helping golfers understand the cause and effect behind their shots, making it easier to identify areas for improvement and implement lasting changes. Whether you’re working on hitting longer drives, better ball striking or short game, Nick provides the tools and insights you need to become a better, more confident player.
Having learned from some of the best instructors in the game, including Hall of Fame teacher Jim Flick and PGA National Coaches of the Year Mike Malaska and Hank Haney, Nick combines years of hands-on experience with modern training techniques. He was the youngest member of the teaching staff at the Nicklaus/Flick Golf Schools, where he provided hands-on coaching and video analysis to students across 17 states. Nick is one of the main coaches featured on the Taylormade Golf app providing numerous video tips and drills.
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Nick is widely recognized as one of the best in the business. He is a two-time PGA Southern California Metro Chapter Teacher of the Year and was named by Golf Digest in 2017 as one of the “Best Young Teachers in America”—the only instructor from Orange County to receive this honor.
Now, with his online coaching and digital courses, Nick makes his expertise accessible to golfers around the world. Whether you're looking to refine your technique, break through a performance plateau, or simply enjoy the game more, Nick’s online resources offer expert instruction at your fingertips. With personalized feedback, easy-to-follow lessons, and proven strategies, his courses are designed to help you improve your game, at your own pace.
No matter where you are in your golf journey, Nick's online coaching and courses are a great way to access world-class instruction and take your game to the next level. Let Nick help you unlock your full potential, all from the convenience of your home or your home course!


ACCOLADES
- 2x Southern California PGA Metro Chapter Teacher of the Year 2020 & 2022
- GRAA Top 100 Growth of the Game Teaching Professional 2021-24
- Golf Digest Best Young Teachers in America (2017)
- TPI Certified Golf Level 2, Power Level 2 and Junior Level 2
- U.S. Kids Master Kids Teacher (2011)
- U.S. Kids Top 50 Kids Instructor (2008–2010)
- Golf Tips Magazine Top 25 Instructor (2011)
