Learning Center
Jason is a Lewiston Idaho Native driven by a passion for the game, Jason is committed to helping others experience the joys of golf. He focuses on expanding the reach of the sport through leagues, clinics, PGA-sponsored events, and junior programs. Recently, he founded Approach Theory Golf, an academy dedicated to providing golf instruction to players of all ages and skill levels. Jason’s mission is to make golf accessible and enjoyable for everyone, cultivating a lifelong love for the game. Jason is currently a level one Associate working towards his PGA Class A membership.
Rates For Jason Luft
Student / Junior / Military
- 1-Hour Lesson: $60.00
- 3-Pack (1 Hour Each): $55.00 Per Lesson
- 5-Pack (1 Hour Each): $50.00 Per Lesson
Adult
- 1-Hour Lesson: $70.00
- 3-Pack (1 Hour Each): $65.00 Per Lesson
- 5-Pack (1 Hour Each): $60.00 Per Lesson
Home page: www.emmawhitegolf.com
Lesson scheduling page: https://www.emmawhitegolf.com/book-lesson
About Emma
Emma brings over 20 years of experience in the golf industry as both a high-level amateur competitor and former Division I college coach. She most recently served as the Associate Head Coach for the Washington State University Women’s Golf Team and is a certified LPGA Class B Teaching Professional and TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) Certified Coach.
Originally from Australia, Emma began her golf journey at age 11, competing in events through the Jack Newton Junior Golf Foundation. Her success at the junior level led her to Washington State University, where she played collegiate golf from 2009 to 2013.
Following graduation, Emma spent a year in Sydney continuing her amateur playing career and working at a semi-private golf club. She returned to Pullman in 2014 to begin her coaching career as WSU’s first full-time Assistant Coach for the women’s program. In 2021, she was promoted to Associate Head Coach, a role she held until transitioning out of college coaching in 2023.
Emma is deeply committed to lifelong learning and professional development. She has advanced her teaching through the LPGA Teaching and Club Professional Program and the Titleist Performance Institute. Her coaching philosophy centers on the belief that every golfer has a unique swing, shaped by the way their body moves. She is passionate about helping golfers of all levels—whether new to the game or highly experienced—better understand and enjoy their golf.
Off the course, Emma is married to Dustin White, Head Coach of the WSU Men’s Golf Team. They have two sons, Finn and Archie, who they hope will one day share their love for the game.
Lesson Rates
Individual Lesson (45 minutes) – $60
Personalized one-on-one instruction focused on the area of your game you’d like to improve.
Junior / WSU Student Lesson (45 minutes) – $50
Custom instruction for juniors (18 and under) or WSU students with a valid student ID.
On-Course Lesson (45 minutes / 3–4 holes) – $60 + small green fee
Take your learning from the practice tee to the course. Focus on course management, mental routines, and specialty shots.
Group Lesson – Add $20 for first additional person, $10 per additional second, third etc. person
For just an additional $20 you can make it a two person group lesson. After that the next person is $10. This creates a fun learning environment and offers a cost effective way to get a lesson. Please contact me if you’d like more specific information on group instruction or to create a program tailored to your needs.
Lesson Packages
3 x 45-Minute Private Lessons – $160
3 x 45-Minute Private Lessons (Junior / WSU/UI Student) – $130
Contact Information:
Cell Phone: 509 592-5171
Email: emmawhitegolf@gmail.com
Ellen Martel
(formerly Ellen Nighbor)
Ellen brings over 15 years of golf experience to the course, with a deep passion for the game and helping others grow within it. As a junior golfer, she competed in numerous tournaments including IJGA, MAJGT, and AJGA events. She went on to play Division I golf at Sacred Heart University, where she served as team captain for two years. During her collegiate career, Ellen was a two-time NEC Golfer of the Year, a three-time First Team All-NEC selection, and the 2017 NEC Individual Champion.
Following her college career, Ellen served as a volunteer assistant coach for the University of Florida’s women’s golf program. After relocating to Utah, she spent two years teaching clinics and private lessons at Salt Lake Public Golf Courses.
Ellen’s teaching approach centers on meeting golfers where they are—whether they’re brand-new to the game or looking to elevate an advanced skill set. Her motto is to create a welcoming, encouraging environment that makes golf fun, accessible, and rewarding for everyone!
Lesson Rates
Private Lesson (45 minutes) – $50
Work one-on-one to target specific areas of your game—whether it’s your swing, short game, or course strategy.
College Student Lesson (45 minutes) – $40
Tailored instruction for college students with valid ID.
Group Lesson – (45 minutes) – 2 people at $70, + $10 for each additional person
Learning is more fun together. Bring a friend or a few—group sessions are a cost-effective way to enjoy instruction in a relaxed and fun setting!
Contact Info
Cell: 630-532-8154
Email: ellenmartelgolf@gmail.com
Book lessons here: https://calendly.com/ellenmartelgolf-drkc
Lesson Packages
3 x 45-Minute Private Lessons – $130
3 x 45-Minute Private Lessons (WSU/UI Student) – $100