Client Testimonials

13 to an 8 and having more fun doing it!

“I was not looking for someone to rebuild my swing to their idea of a golf swing.  Mike was able to take what I have, listen to my thought process, and provide me with the tools to make my swing better.  More important, through listening and conversation, Mike was able to allow me to change the way i think and approach every shot.  Using Mike's help and guidance, I was able to take my handicap index from a 13 to an 8.  I still have blowups, but my misses are much better and my mental approach to those misses is much better.”

Jim C.- Cleveland, OH

Full Beginner to an 18 Handicap in 18 Months!

“Before working with Mike, I had never even swung a golf club, and now, just a year and a half later, I’ve achieved an 18 handicap! Every lesson with Mike leaves me feeling like I’ve truly improved, with new insights and drills to keep me progressing between sessions. Despite having a busy schedule, Mike always remembers me and where I’m at in my journey, which makes every session feel personal. His deep understanding of the mental game and the FlowCode academy courses he offers have taken my game to a whole new level. I can't recommend him enough!”

Brian D.- Cleveland, OH

Full Commitment takes you from a 13 to a 1 Handicap in 16 Months!

“I only started playing golf seriously a couple of years ago.  16 months ago, I was averaging in the 90’s for 18 Holes and my handicap was over 13.  I am currently a 1.3 index and average around 76 for 18 holes now.  I’m obsessed with golf which has helped my game improve so quickly but none of it would be possible without Coach Pickett.  Yes, he is my Dad, but he is also my swing coach, mental coach, recruiting coach, fitness/strength coach, and more.  I trust no one else in this world more than him to help me achieve my goals.”

Griffin P. (Age 15)-  Cleveland, OH

Instruction Beyond the Course

“Working with Coach Pickett has not only improved our kids' golf skills but has also shaped them personally. His emphasis on discipline, perseverance, and teamwork has instilled confidence and a strong work ethic in them. Coach Pickett's positive influence extends beyond the golf course, helping them grow as individuals who handle challenges with resilience and maturity.”

Mike D. (Father of 3 of Coach Pickett’s Full-Time Juniors)- Cleveland, OH

"Mike's professionalism and attention to detail is unmatched. His creativity, out-of-the-box thinking and passion for what he does continues to exceed our expectations. Mike's artistic flair and calligraphy skills make our premier events majors!"

-  David Griffith-  Former Tournament Director and Current Executive Director of the Northern Ohio PGA

"PGA professional, Mike Pickett, worked in golf operations for my company for more than a decade. His attention to detail in tournament operations and preparing for an event was unmatched by anyone that I worked with or employed in my 25 years as a golf professional. His dedication to have everything from the scoreboard, scorecards, course marking and overall player experience better than everyone else is what made him stand out in this area."

- Jimmy Hanlin, PGA- Owner, Hanlin Golf & Host of 18 Holes with Jimmy Hanlin

"Mike Pickett is bringing a new twist to the golf business in Northern Ohio! As a PGA Professional, Mike is not only a talented player and teacher, but he is most skilled in golf operations management. His services will increase efficiency and ease of operations by offering staff education on course marking, rules interpretation, scoreboard management, and website support. With the support of Mike, course operators can focus on creating a fun tournament environment with the confidence that the details are being handled by a professional."

- Dominic Antenucci, PGA-  PGA Life Member and Former Executive Director of the Northern Ohio PGA. 

"My name is Nic Paolo and I started playing golf in the fall 2021, working with Mike Pickett in the spring of 2022. I came to him as an 18 (or worse) handicap, with no real idea how to get around the course. I had one of the ugliest swings and I could not stand that my less athletic friends could beat me.
First event of the year, Mike watched me hit a ball from the tee box straight into the ground and go backwards. It was one of the most embarrassing moments of my life. I ended up getting an award for the shortest drive of the day, a tennis racket, at a total of -4 yds. Mike then reached out to me to see if I would be interested in working with him.
Day one, I told Mike my goal was to be a scratch golfer with no real clue how in the world I was going to achieve this. The only things I knew were that I was going to do whatever it takes to get there, and that I was going to trust Mike to help me get there.
Best golf decision I have ever made…

He has the best technologies (Trackman/Titleist), and facilities at Kirtland Country Club, a top 10 ranked course in Ohio (21/22 Golf Digest). He is a PGA rules official at a mastery level, and he continues to learn the best ways to coach people in the sport.
We discussed that it was going to be a long process, tailor fit to me and my natural motions. We took one piece of the swing at a time. As we made changes that stuck every week, we built a strong foundation to continue to develop fundamentals that stuck with my natural abilities. It was a gameplan built around what I could do, not what someone else can.
As we learned how to control the ball, we began applying these learned skills in our playing lessons on the course. Mike was able to expand the way I thought about playing the game.
Having his experience with you on the course is an indispensable resource for the fastest results. These were the moments that everything we worked on would really click and become just habits of my new game.
I ended the 2022 season with a low round of 74, and I am currently at an 8 hdcp.
My + hdcp friends think I am closer to a 4 after this winter with Mike after just working on a balanced swing off the tee. I never could have imagined myself enjoying golf as much as I am today.
The best moment of the year for me was the first time I broke 80. Mike was there on the 18th green when I finished and celebrated with me equally, like we just won the club championship.

He truly is one of the best coaches I have ever been around. He cares about my goals as much as I do. I have never had a lesson with Mike where I felt like he was not at his best. I would not consider going to anyone else for myself."

- Domenic Paolo- Member of Quail Hollow Country Club

"I've seen Mike Pickett grow within the golf industry for the last two decades. We've been partners in professional tournaments and worked together at multiple events in a variety of different environments. His attention to detail and overall passion for creating experiences for others might be the best in the game. I would guarantee that any service that "Pick" provides will be professionally executed from start to finish."

- Dan Dauk, PGA-  PGA Professional, Windmill Lake Golf Club and Windmill Golf Center

"Mike and I started working together at Gleneagles Golf Club the same year twenty years ago. Seeing him grow within the game and develop his own business has been rewarding to see. We recently had PGS mark and define Gleneagles from start to finish. It had been neglected for a while but now that the project is complete, the course looks infinitely better. I intend on utilizing his services in any way that we can in the future!"

- Bryan Mineard, PGA-  Director of Golf/General Manager, Gleneagles Golf Club

"Mike Pickett’s service makes it easier on staff and enables them to utilize their time elsewhere as needed.  I know some are thinking, “why pay the money to get this done when my staff can do it?”  Well, time is money, and we all have enough going on at our facilities these days to keep us busy without worrying about needing to mark a golf course.  Mike is familiar with most of the area courses. We had a quick phone call regarding some of the areas that needed to be marked and he came out with his checklist of items (which he keeps in his records for return visits) and did a perfect job marking the course.  My superintendent agreed 100% that it was well worth getting this done out of house and enabled his crew to work on other projects needed.  Mike will be back for sure."

- Mark Sierak, PGA- Head Professional, Barrington Golf Club