Andre R. Pillow, PGA
Director of InstructionAndre R. Pillow is the founder of DNA Golf Instruction, and the Player Development Professional at Blythefield Country Club. He’s been a Class A PGA Professional since 2014, and has over 20 years for experience in the golf industry. His philosophy is shaped around the basic idea that golf is a sport, which is the basis for the company’s coaching model.
DNA Golf Instruction Mission: Our mission is to help every client reach their individual potential in relation to the game of golf. No matter the age, gender, background or income level, we want our customers to “Discover Natural Ability”, and enjoy the game in a manner that is desired by them.
Andre played college golf at Tennessee State University, before transferring and graduating from Grand Valley State University with a Degree in Business Management. He spent the the last four years working for a nonprofit, teaching golf and life skills to students ages 7-17. He currently sits on the Michigan PGA Section Growth of the Game Committee, and was selected to the PGA Lead - Cohort III Class from 2017-2019. This national program is designed to create diversity and inclusion amongst PGA of America leadership on boards and committees at the Chapter, State and National Levels. He was a Michigan Section Youth Player Development Finalists in 2019 and 2020, as well as the Section Finalist for the 2020 Player Development Award. He also won the ELO Network Rising Star Award in 2018, for work with community school students within the city of Grand Rapids, MI.
After recent growth and success, Andre was able to expand the company. Social media interest is also growing, with golf instruction videos gaining attention on Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok and Instagram! He is determined to change the landscape of golf, introducing and teaching the game to everyone that wants to learn!
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Helping players achieve their goals.
Getting Started
Learn the basics
Avoid embarrassment on the first tee
Get comfortable for business golf
Having More Fun
Connect with golfers of similar age
Connect with golfers of similar skill
Have more fun on the course
Improving Your Game
Break 100
Break 90
Break 80
Improve your Short Game
Add 10 yards
Prepare for Tournament Golf
Make the high school golf team
Get swing diagnostic testing
Earn a college golf scholarship
Coaching Services
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Teen
Adult
Senior
Male
Playing with disabilities
Female
Session Type
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Indian Trails Golf Course
Grand Rapids MI
Grand Rapids, MI (Public Golf Course) Book your next in-person lesson online at dnagolfinstruction.com! Indian Trails Golf Course is a city operated golf course with driving range, and practice facility located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. 2017 renovations brought a redesigned course and new short range game area, practice facility, and driving range. Dress Code: There's no dress code at Indian Trails. However, it’s suggested that you dress in comfortable, breathable clothes. The ideal outfit is non-denim shorts or pants and a collared shirt. Jeans and Tee shirts are acceptable. Utilize the newly constructed practice area and driving range, and improve your game today! Learn DNA Golf philosophy along with video analysis of your golf swing. Typical lesson length is 30 minutes.
*Coaching available to public
2776 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507-3940