PGA Director of Player Development
Chris Clemens is an Indianapolis native and founded the Indianapolis Golf Academy at Winding River in 2013. Chris is a PGA member with 20 years of teaching experience, a former NCAA coach, a K-Coach 3D Human Motion Certified Instructor, a Certified Titleist Club Fitter, American Development Model Certification, a Certified Club Performance and Fitting Specialist-Mitchell Golf, and Certified SeeMore Putter Fitter. Chris is an accomplished player with numerous amateur, collegiate and professional victories. “I love to change kids lives and offer a Complete Training Process.” I enjoy teaching people to have fun with the game of golf. I believe in being a mentor coach who can teach all levels and offer a place where golfers can find everything they need in a coaching experience.”
Coaching + Teaching + Fitness + Fitting + Mentoring + Playing + FUN = Results
Adult Lessons
Junior Lessons
Students Recent Success
I am excited to contribute to student’s success, but I credit all your accomplishments to the application of knowledge through purposeful practice and a passionate work ethic.
- 2014 – 2018 Indiana Golf Association Player of the Year
- 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018 Indianapolis Junior Tour Players of the Year
- 2018 Indiana and Master Tour Players of the Year
- 2015 Indiana Amateur Champion
- 5 PGA Jr. League National Finalists in 2013-2014
- Coached 6 NCAA All-Americans since 2008
- USGA National Championship Participants
- Over 100 Junior Tournament Victories
- Over 600 Personal Best Rounds 2013-18
Junior Instruction
I believe in Changing Kids Lives. Over 80% of Indianapolis Golf Academy students carry an “A” average in school. My philosophy with juniors is to be a mentor coach, teaching them fundamentals and growing knowledge of Their game and the overall game of golf. However my primary goal of teaching juniors is to teach life skills and strong character traits. Their success in golf will be a direct reflection of these values.
Instruction Levels
Gamers & Lucky Levels: (Beginners-Intermediate) 30-Min Private Lessons
- 1-30minute session: $40
- 60-min Semi-Private Session. $30/Session April 16-May 31st
- Spring March 16 – May 31st. Available Monday-Wednesday-Friday-Saturday
- Summer June 5 – July 31st. Available Monday-Wednesday-Friday-Saturday
*All Packages Must be Paid Up-Front
Gamers:
Instruction designed for beginners teaching an ability to control the ball in short game situations and learning the fundamentals of grip, alignment, balance, ball position & arc control.
Luckys:
Students have learned lasting behaviors & fundamentals. A beginner to intermediate player who can perform fundamentals one their own, on the golf course. The ability to understand ball flight laws, rules, scoring and a preparation for tournament golf is taught.
Jacked (Elite) 60-Minute Sessions
Jacked & Jacked Prep:
Students have a passion for golf. They have received instruction, play tournament golf have aspirations of college golf and beyond. They have an understanding of ball flight laws & how to react to them. Students are taught/guided through swing technique, scoring, mental game, tournament prep, physical training & more.
- 1-60minute session:$60
- 60-min Semi-Private Session. $30/Session
- Spring March 16th – May 31st. Available Monday-Wednesday-Friday-Saturday
- Summer June 5 – July 31st. Available Monday-Wednesday-Friday-Saturday
*All Packages Must be Paid Up-Front
Jacked Prep Level: (College Prep)
Those seeking golf beyond High School. Private Instruction, Personal Fitness Plan, Supervised Practice, Club Fitting, Ball Fitting, On Course instruction, Recruiting Assistance, Mentoring.
Monthly plans available. Contact for details and to develop your plan.
- 1- 60min session : $80
Beginners
Beginning golf with instruction is the best way to enjoy the game. Learning fundamentals such as the proper grip and striking the ball solid gets you enjoying the game faster. You do not have to be experienced to come in for lessons. Quite the opposite, beginners tend to be great learners and show tremendous growth from lessons. So whatever your goals are I can’t wait to get you started in this wonderful game.
Junior Golf Course Memberships
Unlimited Range Balls and Golf Course Membership
12 Years & Under
13-18 Years Old
Reach Us
8015 Mann Road,
Indianapolis, IN 462211
(317) 856-7257