Grove Park Golf Instruction
Whether you're a new golfer taking your first swing, or a low-handicapper looking to shave a few more strokes off your game, the PGA Professionals at The Omni Grove Park Inn have something to offer you.
To schedule a lesson, call the Golf Shop at (828) 252-2711, ext 1049 or email us at gpi.golfpro@omnihotels.com
SIMON ANDRES is Director of Golf at The Omni Grove Park Inn. Appointed in 2013, Andres provides expert instruction through clinics and private lessons on the par-70, 6,400-yard Donald Ross designed course and assorted facilities. A member of PGA of America since 2002, Andres is an accomplished teaching professional, with experience improving novice and expert golfers alike with a method he encapsulates as "swing theory versus hit instincts." Andres joined The Omni Grove Park Inn following a long run at Hershey Country Club in Hershey, Pennsylvania, where he was Head Golf Professional from 2002-2013. Before that, he was Assistant Golf Professional at Nicklaus Golf Club at Lions Gate in Overland Park, Kansas. A certified Custom Club Fitter, Andres has been club staff at Taylor Made since 2004. His career highlights include PGA Philadelphia Section Merchandiser of the Year for the Resorts category in 2009 and 2011, as well as PGA Philadelphia Section Central Counties Points List from 2003-2012.
FRANK HOLLY is a Class A PGA Professional and has been at The Omni Grove Park Inn since May 2016. He provides every level of golfer with an opportunity to improve their game. Frank learned how to play the game on the various style courses in South West Ireland where ball striking and course management are of high importance. He lives for golf coaching and loves working closely with his students to give them expert intuition to improve their game. He has a real passion for the short game and believes the short game facility at The Omni Grove Park Inn is "perfect to work on all types of shots around the green."
