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WHAT SETS THE WORLD’S TOP 100 CLUBFITTERS APART?

May 20, 2025

The World’s Top 100 ClubFitters aren’t just skilled—they’re masters of their craft. With unmatched experience, deep knowledge, and an unwavering passion for the game, these professionals put performance before profit. Their priority? Helping golfers play their best, not just pushing product.

Every teaching professional will tell you: “no amount of instruction can overcome poorly fit clubs”. Still, too many golfers struggle through lessons with equipment that forces them to compensate with awkward swings and unnatural posture. The result? Years of bad habits and a long road to unlearn them later.

In today’s world, nearly every major golf brand and big-box chain offers some version of “club fitting,” whether online or in-store. Coaches and teachers are jumping into the fitting game too. With so many voices shouting “We’re the best!” it’s no wonder golfers feel overwhelmed.

So how do you find a truly exceptional fitting experience? Here’s what to look for:

  1. Experience that counts– True expertise takes years—sometimes decades—to build. Beware of stores staffed by undertrained rookies with sales quotas. High staff turnover is a red flag.
  2. A reputation built on results– Ask around. Great clubfitters are well-known in their communities because they deliver real results and earn their clients’ trust.
  3. Independent professionals– Fitters who open their own studios are often the most committed. They’ve built their business on integrity and skill, and they know their name is on the line.
  4. Top-tier technology– Elite fitters use the best tools available: launch monitors, frequency analyzers, universal connector systems, and more—all to fine-tune your setup.
  5. Skip the internet “deals”– Buying clubs online without a professional fitting is a fast track to frustration.

We’re proud to recognize and celebrate the dedicated professionals around the world who have earned their place among the World’s Top 100 ClubFitters in 2025. They stand for expertise, quality, integrity, and a genuine love of helping golfers play their best game ever.

AUSTRALIA ACT Robert Taylor PNP Golf
  NSW Jeff Mansfield Jeff Mansfield Golf Solutions
  VIC Patrick Francisco Precision Golf Fitting Studio
  WA Greg Ashton Golfstix
  WA Mostyn Farmer GolfStix
AUSTRIA   Andreas Lauss Makrogolf at Golfclub Ottenstein
    Florian Kepp F K Golf
    Harry Zott HZ Fitting
CANADA AB Jorden Jensen Alberta Golf Works
  AB Jordy McKenzie Alberta Golf Works
  AB Lyle Helland Simply Golf
  NB Bob Bissonette Cave Clubworks Studio
  NS Bob Spicer RJS Custom Clubs
  ON Sahil Kulkarni MOJO Golf
CZECH REP.   Jiri Votroubek Golf 59
    Milan Vantuch Albatross Golf
    Peter Tippelt Golf Lab
FRANCE   Jean-Michel Queva Queva Clubfitting
    Olivier Chalon C.O. Golf
    Marc Brossard MB Clubs
    Arnaud Smaghe Gard & Golf
    Joe Perroud Fit at Joe’s
    Gaetan Seznec Bretagne Clubmaking
    Arnaud Maurin 33 Golf Lab
    Nicolas Jungblut Golf GNJ
    Xavier Pausthomis Atelier XP
    Alexandre D’Incau AD Clubmaker
GERMANY   Jean-Marc Gruner JM Golf Fitting
    Florian Sterr JM Golf Fitting
    Gerald Friz Myclubmaker GmbH, Golf+IT
    Richard Phillips Richard Phillips Proshop M/S Tinnen
INDONESIA   Gavin Webb Jakarta Golf Coach
IRELAND   Bernard Quigley Bernard Quigley Golf
KENYA   Saaleem Haji Data Driven Golf
    Ross Valentine Data Driven Golf
MALAYSIA   Jaya “Gop” Shanker Golf Fitter Malaysia
    Jack Loi Golfsmart Fitting Studio
    Rasshi Golfers Dock
NETHERLANDS   Peter Graham Peter Graham Golf Center
    Declan Graham Peter Graham Golf Center
    Kyan Graham Peter Graham Golf Center
    Wilbert Bruins Slot Golfschool Westwould
    Stuart McEwing The Dutch Academy
N. IRELAND   Nigel Shaw NS Golf Tech at Warrenpoint Golf Club
PHILIPPINES   Francis Go Custom Clubmakers International
    Jake Ong Custom Clubmakers International
SINGAPORE   Joseph Loo XLNgolf Pte Ltd
    Ignatius Tan XLNgolf Pte Ltd
SLOVENIA   Viljem Kern Kern Golf
SOUTH KOREA   Brian Choi Tayoon Golf
SPAIN   Agustin Sanchez Golfinteligente
    Juan Carlos Garcia Diaz Golf Planet – Oviedo
    Mateo Noel Fit & Golf
    Florencio Fuentes SwinGolf
    Fernand Julia Agile Golf at Panoramica
    Alejandro Fernandez IX-XI Golf Fitting Lab
    Paco Garriga Agile Golf @ Pitch & Putt Can Mascaro
    Santiago Jimenez ProGolf Sotogrande
SWEDEN   Johanna Pyk-Jargard Johanna’s Golf Shop
    Peter Wendel Peter Wendel Golf
    David Leet Falsterbo GolfKlubb
    Oscar Falt Gitting Center Goteborg – Golf Custom Fitting
SWITZERLAND   Norbert Struder R&L Golf
    Eric Brouns Let’s Golf Indoor Golf Trainings
UNITED KINGDOM   Nigel Shaw NS Golf Tech
    Tom Bushell Precision Golf
UNITED STATES AZ Nick Nichols TNT Golfs @ Peoria Pines Golf Club
  CA Hector Avila Advanced Golf Performance Studio
  CA Jim Perez Advanced Golf Performance, Bluff Pointe Golf Course
  CA JT Smart Advanced Golf Performance at JT Smart’s Players Academy
  CA Brad Whalen KZG Performance Center
  CA Phil Moore Phil Moore Golf
  CA Jimmy Palmieri Bahama Golf
  CO Bryan “Buddy” Beem Buddy Beem Custom Clubs
  FL Mike D’Orazio Mike’s Honest Golf, PGA Natl.
  FL Mike Riso Mike Riso Golf
  FL Alex Wilson Broward Golf Center
  GA Nick Prokosa Wedges and Woods
  IA Chris Larson The Clubhouse Indoor Golf
  NC Kelly York Kelly’s Custom Golf
  ND Matt Rueb Golf Etc. – Bismarck
  NJ Bob Cardea South Jersey Golf Schools
  NJ Rich Stolz South Jersey Golf Schools
  NJ Bernie Dunne Bernie Dunne Custom Clubs
  NJ Tim Mosel Tim Mosel’s Golf
  OH Dave Freed DV Golf
  PA Jerry Hintze The Clubmaker
  PA Rick Musselman Musselman’s Golf
  PA Tim Musselman Musselman’s Golf
  TX Leslie Knight Next Level Golf
  WA Alex Tibbits Swing Lounge Spokane
  WA Kyle Marvin Westside Golf Academy
  WA Garth Matson Westside Golf Academy
  WA John Eisentrout John Eisentrout Golf
  WA Jack Young Jack Young Golf
  WI Scott Hauser Northland Golf & Ski
  WI Dave Enos Northland Golf & Ski

 

 

Criteria for Selection of The World’s Top 100 ClubFitters  2025

An independent panel of industry authorities has defined the rigorous selection standards for inclusion in the World’s Top 100 Professional ClubFitters. This distinguished panel comprises:

  • Clay Long – Acclaimed club designer and personal fitter to Jack Nicklaus
  • Gene Parente – President of Golf Laboratories, Inc., the industry’s leading equipment testing facility specializing in robotic testing engaged by virtually all major OEMs
  • J.J. King – Founder and President of KZG, a leading custom ProLine golf equipment manufacturer
  • Dr. Christian Reichardt – Sports medicine specialist and author of Pain-Free Golf

To ensure objectivity, a comprehensive 120-point evaluation matrix was developed based on ten weighted criteria. Each applicant is assessed against the following benchmarks:

Evaluation Criteria Point Range Technical Description
1. Golfer-Centric Commitment 1–30 pts Demonstrated dedication to optimizing player performance, evidenced by an outstanding professional reputation and community trust.
2. Communication & Assessment Skills 1–10 pts Proficiency in interviewing golfers to understand performance goals, physical limitations, and personal preferences.
3. Instructional Proficiency 1–10 pts Ability to clearly explain each phase of the fitting process, ensuring golfer engagement and comprehension.
4. Professional Tenure 1–10 pts Number of years serving as a certified fitter, instructor, or coach within the golf industry.
5. Continuing Education 1–10 pts Consistent participation in technical seminars, training, and professional development programs.
6. Equipment Knowledge 1–10 pts Deep understanding of head geometry, shaft profiles, and materials science—including forging, casting, and composite technologies.
7. Data Analysis Expertise 1–10 pts Proficient use of advanced fitting tools such as launch monitors, shaft frequency analyzers, and swing capture systems.
8. Component Inventory & Optimization 1–10 pts Maintains a robust matrix of heads and shafts and demonstrates the ability to identify ideal combinations tailored to individual swing profiles.
9. Build Quality Oversight 1–10 pts Personally verifies the accuracy of build specifications and ensures that final club builds precisely match the prescribed fitting data.
10. Ethical Standards & Fit Philosophy 1–10 pts Prioritizes player performance over profit. Does not engage in remote sales (e.g., internet/phone) and insists on in-person fittings to ensure maximum equipment optimization.

This comprehensive assessment ensures that each recognized fitter operates at the highest level of technical precision, ethical practice, and customer-centered service.

 

MSRP: US $139

ABOUT KZG: 

KZG works exclusively with the top coaches, teachers and clubfitters around the globe.  Working exclusively with highly skilled Professionals has catapulted KZG into the position as the #1 Custom Proline in golf equipment.   KZG is never sold over the internet or over the phone.  Every KZG club is fit by a skilled Professional and each club is individually handcrafted to precise specifications.  KZG and its Professionals truly care about golfers.   Visit www.kzg.com to learn more about our wide spectrum of high performance golf equipment and our award winning Professionals.

 

 

 

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