Golf Instruction

Tommy is Braemar’s fourth Director of Golf / Head Golf Professional in its sixty plus year history. He has worked in the golf industry for over a decade. Tommy has a BA in Management from Saint John’s University, where he was a DIII All-American golfer. He enjoys teaching all ages and skill levels, running things behind the scenes, and playing as much as he can. When he’s not at the course, you can find him spending time with his wife and three boys, or playing/watching golf.

Scott started his career at Wayzata Country Club, then moved to Southview Country Club and Olympic Hills Golf Club. He attained his class A PGA certification in 2020 and enjoys playing in the MNPGA section events. He loves teaching golfers of all skill levels and abilities. Scott grew up in Bloomington and received a degree in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Scott resides in Robbinsdale with his wife and daughter.

Pat has been working at Braemar Golf Course for over 25 years. His love for the game began during summers in college when he worked on grounds crews. He came to BGC and started in the Pro Shop and has held just about every position here since. While he is the Academy 9, Driving Range and Golf Dome supervisor, he also enjoys teaching classes and is available for private lessons.

Greg enjoys sharing his knowledge and passion for the game with players of all ages and ability levels. Greg is a Spruce Grove, Alberta, Canada native who came to Braemar after spending 15 years in North Dakota as a Higher Education finance professional. His passion and talent for golf led him to pursue his dream of becoming a PGA Professional and he is currently enrolled in the PGA PGM Associate Program. Greg was a multi-sport athlete growing up and played collegiate baseball for Jamestown College.

Matt comes to Braemar after a career as a Flight Nurse both in Alaska and Minnesota. Matt’s excitement and passion for the game of golf is evident as he can be found at Braemar just about every day. He enjoys passing on his love for the game to all around him. He is currently enrolled in the PGA PGM Associate Program and loves working with golfers of all ages and abilities. Book a lesson with Matt online.

Alex is an Edina native and grew up playing at Braemar. He has been a long-time employee and is currently enrolled in the PGM Associate program working towards becoming a PGA Class A Member. He enjoys sharing his passion and knowledge of golf with people of all ages and abilities. Alex looks forward to seeing you at the course!

Ben has a passion for teaching the game of golf. Ben started golfing at age 4 and played collegiate soccer at Bethel University, where he received a BA in Graphic Design and an MBA in Business Strategy. He loves helping new golfers get into the game, as well as helping experienced players break through to the next level. He is currently enrolled in the PGA PGM Associate Program. Ben lives in Excelsior with his wife. Follow Ben on Instagram: @benrichburggolf

Josh Larson’s passion for golf began at just six years old, playing alongside his father and grandparents in Big Lake, Minnesota. What started as a family pastime quickly grew into a lifelong dedication to the game. With over 15 years of experience in the golf industry, Josh has built a well-rounded background working at premier facilities, including The Minikahda Club, Burl Oaks Golf Club, Rush Creek Golf Club, and X-Golf.

Throughout his career, Josh has developed a strong reputation for helping golfers of all skill levels improve and enjoy the game more. Whether working with beginners learning the fundamentals or experienced players fine-tuning their performance, he brings a patient, knowledgeable, and personalized approach to every lesson. His goal is simple: to help each student play better golf while building confidence and a lasting love for the game.