Pro Tips to Improve Your Game

 

 


How to Get Out of a Greenside Bunker

With over a thousand sand traps at Whistling Straits, being able to get up and down is essential to posting your best score. Mike Aschenbach, Head Pro–Whistling Straits will walk you through four steps for the successful bunker shot.

 

Sharpen your game with private lessons and golf schools at Kohler Golf Academy.

 

How to Get Out of Long Grass

Long rough is infamous on the Kohler Championship courses. Dan Hastreiter, Head Pro—Blackwolf Run provides tips to make solid contact and safely escape.

 

Sharpen your game with private lessons and golf schools at Kohler Golf Academy.

 

Workouts to Improve Your Golf Game

Fitness is vital to maintain club head speed, balance, stability, and limit injuries during your round. Ben Chapman, Titleist Performance Institute-Certified Trainer, will walk you through workouts focused on strength, endurance, mobility, and flexibility. 

 

For a custom Titleist Performance Institute evaluation and golf fitness plan contact Ben.

Michael Aschenbach, PGA

Head Golf Professional – Whistling Straits®

Michael Aschenbach joined the golf staff in 2004 as an Assistant Golf Professional at Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run. He was the First Assistant Golf Professional at Whistling Straits from 2007–2015 and at Blackwolf Run from 2015–2017. As the Head Golf Professional, Aschenbach is responsible for leading the golf operations team and managing all aspects of the golf operation at Whistling Straits. Aschenbach was captain of the Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run PGA Junior League Teams from 2014–2017. In addition, he is a lead instructor for the Kohler Golf Academy and serves in a leadership role for major championships hosted at Whistling Straits. Prior to joining Kohler Co, Aschenbach was a Caddie and Assistant Caddie Manager for Caddie Master Enterprises from 2001 – 2004.

  • PGA Class “A” Member since 2012
  • Lead Instructor for the Kohler Golf Academy
  • PGA Junior League Captain 2014 - 2017
  • 2007 U.S. Senior Open Executive Vice Chair
  • 2010 PGA Championship Executive Vice Chair
  • 2015 PGA Championship Executive Vice Chair
  • 2020 Ryder Cup Executive Vice Chair
Mike Aschenbach
Daniel Hastreiter, PGA

Head Golf Professional – Blackwolf Run®

Daniel Hastreiter began his career at Blackwolf Run in 2006 as a Professional Golf Management Intern. He progressed through the Assistant Golf Professional ranks, working at both Blackwolf Run and Whistling Straits.  As Head Golf Professional, Hastreiter is responsible for managing all aspects of the Blackwolf Run golf operation and ensuring the golf business  leads the industry in terms of service levels and guest experience.  He is a graduate of Florida State University with a degree in business administration.  Hastreiter currently serves on both the Tournament Policy Board and Wisconsin Assistant Golf Professional Association Committee for the Wisconsin PGA.

  • PGA Class “A” Member since 2008
  • Lead Instructor for the Kohler Golf Academy
  • 2018 Wisconsin PGA Assistant Professional of the Year
  • 2010 PGA Championship Committee Chair 
  • 2012 US Women’s Open Committee Chair
  • 2015 PGA Championship Committee Chair
  • 2020 Ryder Cup Executive Vice Chair
Ben Chapman

Titliest Performance Institute-Certified Trainer /
General Manager – Sports Core

Ben Chapman is a certified trainer by the Titleist Performance Institute, the world’s leading educational organization dedicated to the study of how the human body functions in relation to the golf swing. He has always had a passion for health and wellness. Whether it’s competing in athletics, turning everyday chores into competitions, or simply walking, he strives to ensure he is physically ready for any challenge.  Ben also holds a bachelor’s in biology and an M.B.A. in athletic administration and marketing.

  • TPI Certified Level 1
  • TPI Fitness Level 2
  • Credentials: ACSM
Ben Chapman
Ben Chapman
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