Academy Team
Patrick
McGuire
Patrick McGuire – PGA Tour Coach, Co-Founder
As a co-founder and PGA Tour coach at Peak Golf Academy, Patrick McGuire brings nearly
three decades of elite coaching experience, along with specialized credentials in psychology-
driven performance coaching. As a certified FLOW Coach, trained in performance psychology,
and a graduate of the “Zero to Dangerous” program from the Flow Research Collective, Patrick incorporates mental optimization techniques that help athletes reach and sustain peak
performance. His coaching emphasizes structured evaluations, personalized goal setting, and the
mastery of flow states to help golfers unlock their full potential on the course.
Patrick’s dedication to advancing golf education is also evident in his facility development and
professional mentorship. He has trained numerous PGA and LPGA professionals and has
overseen the design of multiple cutting-edge training facilities, setting new standards in golf
performance coaching.
Experience
- Managing Partner, Peak Athletics Ashburn – 2024–Present
- Founder and Director, Raspberry Golf Academy – October 2007–December 2023
- Path to the Tour Program – Coached and developed world-ranked professional players
- No Brainer Short Game Structure – Created a program that has lowered scores for hundreds of golfers
- Process Coaching – Helped hundreds of players achieve personal best scores and significant milestones
- Think Low Go Low – Co-authored a personality-based coaching system, benefiting golfers of all abilities
- Teaching Facilities – Built and designed seven training facilities, generating substantial new revenue
- Professional Training – Hired and mentored 35 PGA and LPGA teaching professionals
- Assistant Director of Instruction – Taught over 10,000 lessons from 2001–2007
- PGA Apprentice – 1997–2007
Contact
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Lisa
Deel
Professional Coach
Lisa Deel is a LPGA Class A Golf Professional with a passion for personalized coaching that explores the deeper “why” of the golf swing. Her expertise is in coaching tailored to individual golfers’ unique abilities, goals and, especially, their understanding of the game. With over 15 years of experience, she continues to research and test cutting edge technology in order to provide more accurate answers and clear explanations to all of her students.
Mission Statement
Empower athletes to understand their technique faster and enhance their skills more effectively.
Areas of Expertise
Ball Flight Analysis – Wrist Mechanics Measurement and Diagnosis – Iron Play
Experience
- Principal Partner Peak Athletics Ashburn: 2023 – Present
- Raspberry Golf Academy: Tenured LPGA Class A Golf Instructor: May 2008 – Present
Contact
McAulay
Renfro
PGA Coach, PGA of America Class A Member
With five years of coaching experience, McAulay Renfro is dedicated to helping players refine their technique and build confidence in their game. McAulay’s teaching approach is both hands-on and personalized, focusing on swing mechanics, short-game improvement, and course strategy. His background and continuous training ensure that he remains at the forefront of teaching methods, providing students with the tools they need to advance. McAulay’s ability to connect with players of all levels makes him an essential part of the academy.
Zack
Henry
Golf Instructor & Aspiring PGA Tour Player
Zack, a skilled instructor and aspiring PGA Tour player, offers students unique insights as he works on his own competitive game. Zack’s current pursuit of a PGA Tour career enhances his teaching, allowing him to share cutting-edge strategies and training techniques with his students. Known for his enthusiasm and innovative approach, Zack connects well with students motivated by competitive goals. His journey inspires those he coaches, demonstrating the value of commitment and continuous growth.
Hayden
Miller
Golf Instructor
A NCAA Division 1 player at both George Mason University and Radford University, from which he recently graduated, Hayden Miller brings a strong background in competitive play and academic insight to his role as a golf performance coach. His experience as a D1 player equips him to guide students in competitive and technical aspects of the game. Hayden’s structured, goal-driven approach allows students to see clear progress, while his ongoing training in the latest coaching techniques ensures his students receive a high level of instruction.
Mission Statement
To empower golfers of all levels by combining my swing expertise, competitive experience, and a goal-driven approach to help students improve technically and reach their full potential on and off the golf course.
Experience
Director of Nike Junior Camps – Raspberry Falls Golf Club
Director of Nike Junior Camps – Bull Run Golf Club
Apprentice at Peak Athletics Ashburn