Members of the Teaching Staff

Mark Favell

Mark Favell's passion for teaching was ignited through his association with Master Instructor Dr. Jim Suttie, the PGA's 2000, Teacher of the Year. Dr. Suttie had this to say about Mark:

"Mark Favell is one of the most fundamentally sound teachers in America. I have complete trust in his ability to give the student the correct information and to communicate that information in a low key professional manner. As a golf instructor and a person, he is at the top of my list".

Working with Dr. Suttie at the Visual Golf Indoor Learning Center in Chicago, Mark became an expert in the use of video as an integral part of golf instruction. He moved on to become the Director of Instruction at Medinah Country Club.

During his seven years at Medinah, Mark earned his Class "A" PGA professional status. Mark rejoined Dr. Suttie for three years at Cog Hill Golf and Country Club, site of the PGA tours Western Open, there they utilized the latest in computer video technology while working with all levels of players from beginners to PGA and LPGA professionals.

You may reach him directly at (415) 850-0037 to set up a private lesson in Sonoma or Harding Park in San Francisco

Thanks again for a GREAT experience. I really got a lot out of it and felt it was definitely worth the time and money. May 2009 John Summerlin

Mark Favell in this video shows an easy to learn pitching technique

Dennis Mitchell

Dennis, a San Francisco native, has over twenty-five years of experience as a golf instructor, club fitter and business owner.

Dennis believes in a complete approach to game improvement by addressing all aspects of the game. As an instructor at the Doral Resort and Spa in Miami, he learned how to teach from Jim McLean. Jim is one of the top 100 teachers in the world. While there, Dennis worked with PGA, LPGA and top amateur players. Competitive golf is still a passion and playing achievements include winning at the junior, amateur and professional levels.

Dennis’ philosophy is that the golf swing cannot be standardized to fit every golfer. He develops the golf swing around the student’s capabilities and determines the most effective way for the student to swing the club. He keeps the swing changes within the style of the student. Fundamentals are the building blocks for a consistent swing, and Dennis emphasizes the FUN in Fundamentals.

You may reach him directly at (650) 759--7035 to set up a private lesson in Sonoma or Burlingame Driving Range.

It was fabulous in every way. Dennis is the best of several teachers I've had. He is disciplined, consistent, tough, enjoyable, and really focused on the basics in ways I think will actually stick. I'd definitely recommend your program to others - feel free to use me as a reference. And I'll bet you'll be seeing me again! Mr. Randall Rothenberg from New York

Dennis Mitchell describes a technique to learn to hook the golf ball