Crockett Ridge Golf Academy
BEGINNERS – JUNIORS – SENIORS – LADIES – ALL WELCOME!
”The most important shot in golf …. is your next one.” – Ben Hogan
- 90 Minute New Student Lessons
- 60 Minute Individual Lessons
- On-Course Playing Instruction
- Video Swing Analysis
- Club Mapping
- GOLF 101 is a two-week course for those new to the game or just starting out.
- CLINICS on short games, bunker play, speciality shots, green reading, shot shaping, and playing from uneven lies.
Andy Quillen
Bio
Hi everyone, my name is Andy Quillen. I was introduced to the game at the age of 14, when I began working summers at a local 9-hole course. I loved everything about the game – the challenge of trying to master multiple skills of power and finesse, the solitary and mental aspect, the freedom and beauty of where and how you played it. The elements of fairness, integrity and honor, the acceptance of all ages and skill levels, and especially all the wonderful people who I’ve had the privlage of workng with, playing for and competing against in this…. ‘the greatest of all games”..
In the summer of 2020 I traveled to Ft Pierce, Florida and enrolled in the United States Golf Teaching Federation School. A USGTF Certification® cannot be obtained online. Each student must attend classes and have passing scores in the skills of:
- Swing Fundamentals
- Rules Exam
- Verbal – detecting swings flaws & corrective action
- PAT – Playing Ability Test (the “biggie”) one day, one time only event played on an 18-hole Championship course by USGA tournament rules. (Of the 13 students in my class, only myself, and two others obtained a full certification.)
Golf Career Highlights
Has 5 holes-in-one, 2 albatrosses, and several occasions where he “choked the neck off it” with just three holes left to play.
Has played as a low single-digit handicapper for almost 50 years
Competed at the highest level in over 200 regional amateur events
Ranked as one of the top ten local amateurs from 1992 to 1998
Has 30 wins and 75 top tens playing in junior, men’s, & senior events
Holds school record for most consecutive birdies in a round, at seven
Twice recorded 3 eagles in a single round during a local Senior event
Lesson Packages
| Swing Analysis $40 Hi-speed cameras record your swing – ‘face on & down the line’. Instructors will review this video using swing analysis software, showing which fundamentals you’re performing well, & which need improvement. You will receive avideo copy of your swing and a brief writtenanalysis. |
| 60 Minute Private Lesson $60 Swing flaws, ball striking, putting, or short game. Work on what you want when you want. |
| 60 Min Couples Lesson$100 You and a partner will work on swing flaws, ball striking, putting, or short game. Work on what you want when you want. |
| 90 Min New Student Introductory Lesson $60 This is the introductory lesson for both the student and instructor to get to know each other, evaluate skillsets, set goals, and develop a training plan. |
| Club Mapping Session $100 Five “good” shots are recorded for each of the 13 clubs you normally play with. This data is then averaged to obtain carry distance, club & ball speed, launch angle, spin rate, and more. All participants receive a written report for each club’s results. |
| 9-Hole Playing Lesson $125 Play a 9-hole round with our instructor and learn the “speciality shots” to save par, green reading, when to play safe, and when to go for it – a course strategy suited to YOUR game. Plus, techniques the best players use to decrease nervous tension, maintain focus, handle pressure, and post lower scores! *Price includes range balls, green fees, and cart. |
Chris Woods, PGA
Bio
Born into an Army family in North Carolina, Chris Woods grew up living in ten different states and two countries. That unique upbringing helped shape his adaptable, outgoing personality and continues to influence his personalized approach to coaching. He believes every golfer learns differently and enjoys building relationships that help each student gain confidence and achieve lasting improvement.
Chris discovered his passion for golf at age 14 while caddying for his uncle, an experience that sparked a lifelong love for the game. He went on to compete on mini tours throughout Florida and Arizona, playing alongside future PGA Tour professionals such as Bubba Watson and Boo Weekley. His competitive experience gives him first hand insight into the demands of high-level golf while reinforcing the importance of strong fundamentals.
After graduating from Milligan University in December 2013, Chris entered the PGA Professional Program and has dedicated his career to teaching and growing the game. Since becoming a PGA Professional, he has been deeply involved in junior golf development through First Tee, PGA Jr. League, and a variety of instructional programs at his club. He has helped lead four State Championship PGA Jr. League teams and takes great pride in watching young golfers develop not only their skills but also a lifelong love for the game.
Today, Chris works with golfers of all ages and abilities—from first-time players learning the fundamentals to competitive juniors, collegiate athletes, and accomplished players looking to refine their technique and lower their scores. As the swing coach for his alma mater, Milligan University, he enjoys helping competitive golfers perform at their highest level while also making the game approachable and enjoyable for beginners. His teaching philosophy focuses on understanding each golfer’s goals, building sound fundamentals, and creating a clear path for long-term improvement. Whether someone is picking up a club for the first time or preparing for tournament competition, Chris is committed to helping every student play better and enjoy golf more.
Chris and his wife, Ashlee, live in Johnson City, Tennessee, with their son, Blair Charles, and twins, LB and Daisy. They are active members of Harvest Community Church.
60-minute Individual Lesson/$125
60-Minute Junior Lesson/$50
Five 60-minute Individual Lessons/$500 (Cannot be shared between people, only 1 person allowed to use lessons in the package.)
CALLAWAY Master Club Fitter
CALLAWAY Staff Member 2017- Present
2016 Tri-Cities Chapter Assistant of the Year
2017 Tri-Cities Chapter Assistant of the Year
2017 Tri-Cities Chapter Tournament Champion
2017 Tri-Cities Chapter Player of the Year
2017 Tennessee Section Assistant of the Year
2017 Tennessee Section Assistants’ Cup Matches CAPTAIN
2018 Tri-Cities Chapter Youth Development Award
2018 Tennessee State Open Qualifier
2019 Tri-Cities Chapter Teacher of the Year
2021 Tennessee Section Challenge Cup Team
2021 Tennessee State Open Qualifier
2021 Tri-Cities Chapter Tournament Champion
2021 Tri-Cities Chapter Player of the Year
2021 Bill Strausbaugh Award for Mentorship
2021-2023 Tri-Cities Chapter President
2022 Tri-Cities Chapter Tournament Runner-up
2022 Tennessee Section Challenge Cup Matches CAPTAIN
2023 Tennessee Section Challenge Cup Team
2024 Tennessee Section Challenge Cup Team
2024 Tennessee Senior State Open T-8
2024 Tennessee Section Senior Championship T-2
2024 National Senior PGA Professional Championship Qualifier
Contact
Crockett Ridge Golf Academy
4439 L. Jack Drive
Kingsport, TN 37664
Phone 423-279-1700
Email crgaemail@aol.com