LESSONS
Welcome to the Golfzon Social, where the love of golf meets innovative technology and expert instruction. Our instructional programs and clinics are designed to provide golf enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels with a unique and immersive learning experience. With Golfzon's advanced simulators and a team of skilled instructors, you'll receive personalized guidance, feedback, and training to elevate your game to new heights.
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TO SCHEDULE A LESSON:
Contact either Golfzon Social location or one of our instructors directly to inquire about pricing & scheduling
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TO SCHEDULE A LESSON:
Contact either Golfzon Social location or one of our instructors directly to inquire about pricing & scheduling
MEET THE INSTRUCTORS
Ben Mackey is the Regional General Manager and resident PGA professional at Golfzon Social. In addition to opening and running Golfzon’s flagship simulator facility, Ben has also worked at a multitude of green grass facilities. Most recently as Director of Golf for Middlesex County with Indigo Golf Partners. He was also the Head Golf Professional at The Golf Club at Oxford Greens in Oxford, CT.
Ben is a graduate of Ferris State University as a PGA Professional with a business degree. Ben will bring a unique skillset to Golfzon Social and provide a wealth of knowledge in the golf swing and simulator technology.
Ben believes that there is not a “One size fits all” method for the golf swing, and each player is unique. The goal is to identify what works well for the student and build upon that foundation, creating a fundamentally sound swing. From highly skilled, to novice golfers, Ben can help to take your swing to the next level!
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Ben is a graduate of Ferris State University as a PGA Professional with a business degree. Ben will bring a unique skillset to Golfzon Social and provide a wealth of knowledge in the golf swing and simulator technology.
Ben believes that there is not a “One size fits all” method for the golf swing, and each player is unique. The goal is to identify what works well for the student and build upon that foundation, creating a fundamentally sound swing. From highly skilled, to novice golfers, Ben can help to take your swing to the next level!
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Gary Murphy is a PGA Golf Professional who was born and raised in Westchester, New York. He graduated from Villanova University in 1987 with a BA in Economics and a minor in Political Science. In 1992, Gary was elected to membership in the PGA and has served on Metropolitan PGA Membership and Tournament Committees.
In 1997, he attended the PGA/USGA Rules Workshop and was the winner of the National PGA Senior Junior Championship in 2001. He was also a Low Professional 2006 and 2008 Mitch Pro Am, Low Professional 2011 Great River Pro Am, Low Round 62 at the Concord International course and a medalist of Westchester PGA Qualifying 65 at Rolling Hills County Club in Wilton, CT.
Gary Worked at Lake Isle Country Club and Wykagyl Country Club prior to joining the staff at Innis Arden in 1994, and was hired as Head Golf Professional in 1997 and is now teaching at Golfzon Social at Chelsea Piers Stamford.
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In 1997, he attended the PGA/USGA Rules Workshop and was the winner of the National PGA Senior Junior Championship in 2001. He was also a Low Professional 2006 and 2008 Mitch Pro Am, Low Professional 2011 Great River Pro Am, Low Round 62 at the Concord International course and a medalist of Westchester PGA Qualifying 65 at Rolling Hills County Club in Wilton, CT.
Gary Worked at Lake Isle Country Club and Wykagyl Country Club prior to joining the staff at Innis Arden in 1994, and was hired as Head Golf Professional in 1997 and is now teaching at Golfzon Social at Chelsea Piers Stamford.
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Heath Wassem has a vast amount of playing and teaching experience. As a 30-year PGA Member, he started as an Assistant Professional at Atlantic Golf Club, Palm Beach CC and Belmont CC. Following his time as an Assistant, he moved on to be the Head Professional at nearby Fenway Golf Club for 21 years.
Heath served The Metropolitan PGA Section for over 18 years as a Board Member, culminating as Section President. He has won multiple section awards including the 2018 Professional of the Year, 2015 Ely Callaway, 2009 Bill Strausbaugh, and 2004 Merchandiser of the Year.
Heath is comfortable teaching players of all abilities and skill levels. He has been trained in adaptive swing methods for players with physical limitations, and has extensive training with Military Veterans, adapting to their needs.
Heath resides in Mount Kisco, NY with his wife Rebecca and 3 beautiful children, Carolyn (22), Paige (20) and Shane (18).
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Heath served The Metropolitan PGA Section for over 18 years as a Board Member, culminating as Section President. He has won multiple section awards including the 2018 Professional of the Year, 2015 Ely Callaway, 2009 Bill Strausbaugh, and 2004 Merchandiser of the Year.
Heath is comfortable teaching players of all abilities and skill levels. He has been trained in adaptive swing methods for players with physical limitations, and has extensive training with Military Veterans, adapting to their needs.
Heath resides in Mount Kisco, NY with his wife Rebecca and 3 beautiful children, Carolyn (22), Paige (20) and Shane (18).
CONTACT Golfzon Social - Palisades TO INQUIRE ABOUT LESSONS WITH HEATH
Natalie Desjardins has been a fixture on the New York Metropolitan area golf scene as a player, teacher and Division I head coach for over a decade.
Upon arriving in America, the Ontario native quickly became one of the most decorated golfers in LIU history; 3x All-NEC First Team, 2010 NEC Individual Championship, and Player of the Year. Following graduation, Desjardins coached her alma mater to three straight NEC titles and three trips to the NCAA Tournament.
Her success in Brooklyn led to a head coaching job in the BIG EAST Conference at Seton Hall in 2017. Desjardins has routinely kept Seton Hall in the hunt for a conference title, shattering school records for stroke average and Golfstat ranking, while tutoring numerous All-Conference standouts along the way.
Desjardins and her wife Melissa have one son, Olivier, and currently reside in Newburgh, N.Y.
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Upon arriving in America, the Ontario native quickly became one of the most decorated golfers in LIU history; 3x All-NEC First Team, 2010 NEC Individual Championship, and Player of the Year. Following graduation, Desjardins coached her alma mater to three straight NEC titles and three trips to the NCAA Tournament.
Her success in Brooklyn led to a head coaching job in the BIG EAST Conference at Seton Hall in 2017. Desjardins has routinely kept Seton Hall in the hunt for a conference title, shattering school records for stroke average and Golfstat ranking, while tutoring numerous All-Conference standouts along the way.
Desjardins and her wife Melissa have one son, Olivier, and currently reside in Newburgh, N.Y.
CLICK TO CONTACT NATALIE