Ethan Castle
Former Touring Pro Turned Passionate Coach
I grew up in Denver, Colorado. I didn’t start as a golfer…in fact, I played competitive baseball up until college.
I began my golf journey at the age of 20. Very late by most standards.
I moved to South Carolina to finish my degree at the University of South Carolina. There, after just 1 year of lessons and on-course work, I was able to shoot in the mid-70s.
After graduating in 2013, I played the Hooters Tour as an amateur and then moved to Arizona and turned pro.
While in Arizona I won multiple mini-tour events. I also completed in Latin America and Europe. Eventually, I moved to Wilmington, North Carolina with my Wife and two kids. As I write this we have a third on the way!
Today I’m following my long-held dream of opening a golf academy that caters to players of all levels.
I am passionate about the game of golf.
I love every minute of it…
Even while focused on improving my own game at the professional level, I have always desired to help others improve as well.
I spent countless hours grinding on the range improving my technique. Along the way, I pieced together a system that allows me to teach much more than the mechanics of the golf swing. I can teach the game within the game…and it’s so much more than simply hitting the ball.
Through my years of playing professionally, I’ve formulated an approach allowing me to constantly improve…a necessity to remain competitive. Today I look forward to passing along that knowledge to the students I’m blessed to work with.
Because I started playing at a later age than most, I struggled. My inexperience led to constant frustration. And since I loved the game so much, I was forced to find a way to catch up to my peers.
I was addicted to the pursuit of improvement.
And it paid off…
I went from a player who couldn’t break 90 to a professional who has won multiple tournaments.
While my professional playing days are behind me, I still love to get out on the course whenever I can. And consistently break par.
My students know I am committed to them and their game. My goal is to see each and every player ENJOY every moment on the course.
What is my passion today?
I want to see you achieve your goals.
I want my students to be confident when they pull out their drivers.
I want them to believe that can make that 5-foot putt to win the match.
I want them to never fear hitting a bunker shot but rather be excited about the opportunity to hole out!
I lay out a detailed plan with each of my students that allows them to improve every aspect of the game.
I always start with the fundamentals because I know that every golf shot in every round starts with a solid base.
The result?
I help students improve dramatically.
I’ve witnessed astounding progress with the students I’ve had the opportunity to work with.
It’s hard to express the joy I feel taking double-digit handicappers and turning them into 2 handicaps.
Or guiding multiple junior players and building them into highly competitive collegiate players.
I will be intensely invested in your improvement.
I am passionate about every challenge put in front of me.
This is how I live my life.
I want to be the best that I can be.
The only thing I ask for is that you maintain a willingness to learn and stay committed to the process.
I know better than most that golf can be frustrating and, at times, downright demoralizing. But I also know the game can be extremely rewarding.
If you decide to work with me, I will go on this journey with you.
I believe with hard work and a consistent model you will achieve your goals, regardless of your current ability.
I can help you improve whether you are picking up a club for the first time or you have aspirations of playing on the tour.
I can help. You’ve found a passionate guide.