Derek Siesser is a dedicated PGA professional with a passion for helping golfers of all levels improve their game. He takes a personalized approach to instruction, ensuring each player builds confidence and reaches their full potential. In 2020, he founded the Inland Empire Golf Academy to create an inclusive learning environment where beginners, competitive players, and everyone in between can develop their skills. His commitment to player growth has earned him multiple industry accolades and a reputation as a trusted mentor in the golf community.

Karina has over 10 years of coaching experience and is entering her 10th season at Indian Canyon Golf Course. She specializes in personalized instruction that helps golfers make sustainable improvements that translate to the course. Karina is especially passionate about growing the game for women and girls of all ages and creating a welcoming, supportive learning environment for players of all levels.  

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Book a session with Karina!

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Isaac Hall, born and raised on a wheat farm west of Spokane, discovered his passion for golf during high school, eventually leading him to compete professionally on PGA Tour Canada and various mini tours across the country. His experiences playing alongside some of the world's top golfers have provided him with valuable insights into the game. Additionally, Isaac has developed expertise in club building and fitting, understanding the significant impact proper equipment can have on minimizing swing errors and enhancing performance.

Aaron Byrd is focused on helping golfers build solid fundamentals and play with greater confidence. He works with players of all skill levels, emphasizing simple, repeatable techniques and practical practice methods that translate to the course.

Aaron’s approachable teaching style creates a positive learning environment where golfers can improve, enjoy the game, and see real results.

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Corbin brings an enthusiastic and supportive approach to teaching the game. Focused on helping new and developing golfers build strong fundamentals, Corbin emphasizes simple instruction, confidence-building, and making the learning process enjoyable.

His goal is to create a positive first experience with golf while helping students develop skills they can continue to grow with.

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With 15 years of experience and a strong competitive background, including college golf at Whitworth University and several amateur wins, I bring passion and proven success to my lessons.

Honored with the Dennis Spurlock Award for athletic and leadership excellence, I'm now pursuing PGA certification. My teaching focuses on personalized instruction, confidence-building, and continuous improvement for players of all levels.

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I am a former collegiate golfer from Tekoa Washington and an ambitious golf professional. I believe golf should be an enjoyable experience, however, it’s not fun losing 10 golf balls in a round. If you feel the same way, book a lesson with me.

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Brooke Molner  the Administrator for Inland Empire Golf Academy. Based in Spokane, Brooke dedicated to helping players of all ages and skill levels enjoy the game and reach their full potential. With a strong background in both playing and teaching, Brooke brings a patient, encouraging, and customer driven approach to our Academy friends and families. 

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Ian is committed to helping golfers improve through clear instruction, strong fundamentals, and a practical understanding of the game. Known for his approachable style and attention to detail, Ian creates a supportive learning environment where golfers can develop skills that translate directly from the practice tee to the course. His goal is to help players enjoy the game more while achieving measurable improvement