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Barry A. Hinckley, PGA

Head Golf Professional
PGA Crest

Blacklick, OH
The Golf Depot At Central Park, Gahanna, OH

About Barry

Barry is an award-winning PGA Member Professional with over 30 years’ experience in teaching, coaching, and club fitting. Barry is passionate about helping players of all skill levels improve their game. Having led some of the finest country clubs across the country, Barry brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the game of golf. Barry specializes in swing mechanics, short game, putting, and course management.

As a former collegiate and professional player, Barry offers a unique perspective to the game. His experience as a gifted player allows him to connect with golfers at every level. Whether working with beginners or touring professionals, Barry is a master at helping students learn, improve, and elevate their game. A leader in junior golf development, Barry has helped many of his students earn collegiate golf scholarships, guiding them to success both on and off the course. Barry utilizes the latest tools and technologies to enhance his teaching, including Trackman and FlightScope launch monitors, video analysis, pressure mat mapping, and more. As a Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Certified professional, he understands the crucial connection between the body and the swing, allowing him to provide a holistic approach to improvement.

Barry believes in fostering a supportive and fun environment that makes learning enjoyable while still focusing on improvement. Whether you're looking to lower your handicap, learn the basics, or fine-tune specific aspects of your game, Barry is committed to helping you reach your full potential.

In addition to private lessons, Barry is also available for group clinic and playing lessons. Barry’s teaching philosophy centers around building a solid foundation and improving a golfer’s core golf knowledge in an environment that encourages and supports learning through structured practice, consistent feedback, and developing a strategic approach to the game.

Book your lesson today and start your journey toward a better golf game!

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Barry's Experience

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

Add 10 yards

Improve your Short Game

Prepare for Tournament Golf

Make the high school golf team

Earn a college golf scholarship

Get swing diagnostic testing

Students & Lessons

Coaching Services

Player Type

Youth

Teen

Adult

Senior

Male

Female

Playing with disabilities

Session Type

Individual

Group

Barry's Facilities

The Golf Depot At Central Park

Gahanna OH

*Coaching available to public

789 Science Blvd, Gahanna, OH 43230-6602