Director of Instruction
Angella Then, PGA, LPGA
About Coach Angella Then
Angella Then is the Director of Instruction at Indian Creek Golf Club and a dual PGA & LPGA Member with over 22 years of golf experience. She competed for 18+ years, including 5+ years at the professional tour level, and earned a full-ride collegiate golf commitment at age 13.
Certified in TPI Level 1, RGX, and U.S. Kids Golf, Angella blends her elite playing background with a proven coaching approach that delivers real results. Since founding the Angella Then Golf Academy (ATGA) in the summer of 2025, her 69 students collectively cut 171 strokes in just the first three months.
With more than 7,000 lessons taught, Angella is recognized for her on-course coaching method—teaching golfers to start from the hole and work backward to build smarter skills, stronger strategy, and lower scores.
Lesson & Program Options
Junior Individual Lessons
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$75 | Intro Lesson/Assessment (ages 3–7) – Required before joining programs
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$85 | Intro Lesson/Assessment (ages 8–18) – Required before joining programs
Adult Individual Lessons
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$120 | Intro Lesson/Assessment – Required before joining programs
90-Day Game Transformation – $1,080+
Nine customized 1-hour lessons with:
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Swing video analysis
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On-course training
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Pre- and post-round prep
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Unlimited online support & feedback
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Personalized practice plans & equipment guidance
On-Course Lessons
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$230 | 9 Holes
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$480 | 18 Holes
Coaching Philosophy
Golf is more than a swing—it’s technical skill, mental focus, and physical awareness. My holistic coaching helps players improve where it matters most: on the course.
Core Pillars of Coaching:
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Power & Motion – Efficient swing through ground forces & core strength
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X-Factor – Speed and control with upper/lower body separation
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Stability & Flexibility – Athletic motion with a strong spine axis
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Target-Based Focus – Consistent alignment & purposeful ball flight
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Performance Mindset – Smarter decisions, stronger confidence, real-time feedback
By starting at the hole and working backward, I train golfers to think, feel, and play like true players.
My mission is simple: Help EVERY golfer lower scores, gain confidence, and enjoy the game. Practice the way you want to play.
LEad instructor
Rob Sanders, PGA
Contact Rob:
(214) 207-0625
Rob has been a PGA Member since 1991 with over 35 years of teaching experience. As a Teaching Professional at Indian Creek Golf Club, he has dedicated his career to developing players of all levels with a practical and proven approach to the game.
Certified in RGX, Natural Golf (Moe Norman method), Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Level 1, and professional club fitting, Rob combines technical expertise with individualized instruction. He has coached over 125 collegiate golfers, including notable players such as Trip and Henry Kuehne, Vincent Whaley, Matthew Watkins, and Jerad Harklau.
Rob’s extensive career includes tenures at premier facilities like Las Colinas Sports Club, Butler National Golf Club, and John Jacobs’ Golf Schools. He also played a key role in developing and running junior golf programs at Plano Sports Authority, West Dallas Community School, and off-campus programs in Plano, Rockwall, and Allen ISD.
A proud contributor to John Jacobs’ VIP Schools, Rob was fortunate to learn from golf legends such as Byron Nelson, John Jacobs, David Frost, Erie Ball, and Maurice Bembridge.
His teaching philosophy focuses on building a consistent swing and overall game by mastering the three controllable elements in golf: setup, sequence, and finish. He emphasizes course-ready instruction, incorporating practice range and on-course lessons that include shot selection, rules and etiquette, course management, and the ultimate goal—getting the ball in the hole
- Individual 1-hour Lesson $125
- Individual 45-minute Lesson $100
- Individual 30-minute Lesson $75
Discounted Pre-Paid Packages
- Series of (3) 1-hour Lessons $350
- Series of (5) 1-hour Lessons $550
On Course Lessons
- 9-holes $230
- 18-holes $480
TEACHING PROFESSIONAL
Steve Cox, PGA
Contact Steve:
(813) 947-2323
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Steve has vast experience in golf instruction conducting golf schools, group lessons, clinics, and private golf instruction of all skill levels. Steve uses V1 video analysis as part of his comprehensive evaluation and analysis when working with more advanced students. With each lesson a student will be given a written evaluation, improvement plan, drills to support the recommended changes, and in some cases recommended video reviews by other golf instructors.
Lessons
- Individual 45-minute Lesson $75
- Series of 3 Lessons $200
- Series of 6 Lessons $375
- Group Instruction (2-8 Students) $100/Hour
instructor
Andrew Bailey, PGA Associate
Originally from Warrensburg, Missouri, Andrew brings a lifelong passion for sports and a competitive edge to his golf instruction. A multi-sport athlete growing up, he played baseball, football, and basketball before discovering golf in high school. Drawn to the game's unique challenges and precision, he quickly made an impact on his high school team and later competed at State Fair Community College.
Andrew’s athletic background instilled a strong foundation of discipline, teamwork, and performance under pressure—qualities he now brings to every lesson. His goal is to help players of all levels build confidence, develop solid fundamentals, and enjoy the game with purpose.
- 30 minutes $30 (recommended for junior ages 11 & under)
- 60 minutes $60
Series of 10 - Individual Beginner sessions
and key knowledge for 'getting on the course'.
- 3 Short Game sessions - Putt, Chip, and Pitch
- 3 Full Swing sessions - Wedges, Mid Irons, Woods & Driver
- 4 On-Course sessions - Basic Rules, Pace of Play, Player Etiquette, Game Evaluation
*rental clubs available for use at no charge during 'Series of 10' program