THE PCG Team

Instructors

Support Team

Admin

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Instructors

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Blake  isakson, PGA
​Director of instruction

During his 15+ years an instructor, Blake has worked with players of all skill levels from beginners to players on professional tours including the LPGA, PGA, and Korn Ferry Tours. 

​Blake uses his combined playing and teaching experience along with his studies in biomechanics, learning patterns, swing techniques, and technology to help competitive players move up in the ranks and progress to the next level.

Certifications:

• PGA of America
• BodiTrak
• Blast Motion​
• U.S. Kids Instructor
• ​Positive Coaching Alliance​​

• Opti-Brain
• K-Vest, Level 2
• RoboGolfPro, Master Instructor
• Wright Balance

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Support team

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Debbie Crews Ketterling, Ph.D.
Founder & Director, Opti brain

Based on 30+ years of research, Dr. Crews has created systems designed to improve performance in a variety of arenas. Specific to the Opti Brain/ OptiTrain apps, she has collected a large portion of research data from golfers, archers, and shooters as well as the special needs population (ADHD, Autism) and has expanded her work to include basketball, baseball, education and military. 

Recognized by many as top in her field, she has received awards including but not limited to: 2012 LPGA Central Section Professional of the Year, 2011 Ellen Griffin Excellence in Teaching Award, 2012 Golf Digest Top Teachers in Arizona and is a sought after speaker within the Sports Psychology community.

https://www.myoptibrain.com

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Brad Thompson
​​physical fitness training

Brad Thompson is a Golf/Sports Performance Coach. If you are an athlete (yes, golfers are athletes) who is serious about taking your body and game to the next level, then Brad is the coach for you!

Brad specializes in performing a thorough assessment and needs analysis for you, helping develop the best possible path towards your performance goals.

You’ll take your athletic skills to the next level with Brad’s carefully crafted programming that leverages your strengths and improves any weaknesses you may have.

CREDENTIALS

• National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer
• Titleist Performance Institute Level 2 Certified Golf Fitness, Junior, and Power Coach
• Bioforce Certified Conditioning Coach
• Precision Nutrition Certified
• Human Matrix Certified

https://elevatesph.com/brad

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ADMIn

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Tara  isakson, DPT
​Director of Admin & Communications

Tara began her career as a corporate event specialist, managing events such as 500+ person luncheons, golf tournaments, and trade shows. 

​She then transitioned to the medical field when she received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northern Arizona University. She brings this knowledge to the golf world, helping golfers understand the impact of their physical abilities on their golf game. 

Tara manages the administrative aspects of PCG and also works with juniors and groups as an assistant instructor.