Professional PGA Instructor with Four Decades of Excellence
PGA & WGTF Master Professional | International Golf Instructor | Master Club Fitter
Early Life & Professional Beginnings
A native of Louisiana, Thomas T. Wartelle turned professional after earning his Bachelor of Science in Agronomy from the University of Louisiana in 1993. His golf journey began long before he built his first set of clubs at just 12 years old.
Global Career & Professional Experience
Thomas’s playing career took him around the world, competing across Europe, Asia, South America, Canada, and the USA. Over the years, he has competed and/or taught golf in more than 40 countries, earning a global reputation as both a competitor and an instructor.
He has shared his expertise and philosophy with prestigious golf organizations, including:
Brasil PGA (Honorary Member)
PGA Costa Rica
PGA Mexico
PGA Taiwan, Japan, Netherlands, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Austria, China, India, and the UK
Credentials & Recognitions
Thomas is a PGA and WGTF Master Professional as well as a WGTF Course Examiner. His long list of honors includes:
WGTF Hall of Fame Inductee (2007)
WGTF Top 50 Instructor in the World
WGTF Top 100 Instructors in the World
Honorary Member, Brasil PGA
Callaway Top Club-Fitter Worldwide
Callaway Master Certified Fitter
PING Certified Fitter
Teaching Philosophy
& Approach
He has personally delivered over 35,000 hours of instruction to thousands of students, including other golf professionals and instructors. His system emphasizes:
Swing mechanics & fundamentals
Short game development
Tournament preparation
Fitness & speed training
Master Club Fitting & Repair Expertise
In addition to coaching, Thomas is recognized as a master club-fitter and club repair specialist. His deep technical knowledge ensures each player’s equipment is perfectly matched to their game. TTW Golf is an approved dealer for Callaway, Ping, TaylorMade, and Mizuno—offering complete fitting, customization, and repair services.
The Golf Academy Experience
Today, Thomas operates The Golf Academy, a destination for players from all over the world. On any given day, the Academy welcomes:
Tour players and professional athletes
College and amateur champions
Junior golfers and local enthusiasts
Whether for a private lesson, custom fitting, or a cup of coffee and conversation about the game, golfers of all kinds visit TTW Golf to learn, improve, and share in the passion for golf.
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