Testimonials

“Ben is very knowledgeable in the area of golf and works well with all individuals. He is able to teach all parts of the game and has grown the game of golf in our area. Ben gets to know the player that he is working with customizing and adapting his lessons to meet the golfers specific needs.”

“His individual teaching of me is excellent. He understands the swing and gives great advice on how to improve mine. He is also patient, takes time to explain and then summarize/review at the end of a lesson. He never seems to be in a hurry.

The instruction he gives young people.  I initially approached Ben for lessons when I saw the excellent swings of his young students. It’s evident the very positive impact he’s having on these young folks. This also plays out in the excellent results his Nagel teams have had (always at or near the top of their leagues).

One other thing I really like is that he loves to teach, and he continually takes steps to improve his teaching ability, like attending formal training sessions and staying in touch/getting advice from his own teachers.”

“As a high school golf coach who receives many of the players Ben coached and instructed, it has significantly benefited our program. From making the kids more passionate about golf and advancing their skills tremendously. Our high school program at Turpin has improved from top to bottom. He works diligently in all the realms of golf that he is involved in.”

“Ben is amazing! Originally, my son liked golf but wasn’t in love with it. He does a great job at keeping young golfers engaged until their skill makes the game of golf enjoyable.”

“Ben Chandler is an exceptional Golf Professional. Not only does his knowledge, experience and love of golf stand out amongst others, the one thing that truly sets him aside from all others is his ability to build relationships with his golfers. Ben develops excellent rapport with his golfers by taking a genuine interest in who they are as people and offers his support to them on and off the course. He is able to truly meet them where they are and inspires and motivates them to progress to the next level. Ben does not offer generic drills to his golfers. He creates drills and practice according to each golfer’s strengths and weaknesses. Ben also understands the importance of the mental aspect of the game of golf and truly equips each golfer with the confidence and applicable strategies that enables them to maintain composure and momentum even during a challenging hole/round. Most importantly, Ben coaches the entire athlete. He understands that what he teaches them goes far beyond the game of golf. What he teaches them, equips them with a mindset and work ethic that will benefit them in all aspects of their lives. By knowing Ben Chandler, my son has not only developed a life-long love of the game of golf, he has also become a more confident, hardworking, and resilient teenager. Ben Chandler is far more than a Golf Professional instilling a love of golf in our young people, He is a devoted and committed mentor investing in and impacting the lives of our youth.”

“From the moment I began working with Ben, it was clear that his expertise in golf and teaching was unmatched. He possesses the ability to translate complex golf techniques into simple, understandable concepts, making learning both enjoyable and effective. His patience and encouragement have not only improved my golf swing but also boosted my confidence on and off the course. Beyond technical skills, Ben has taught me valuable life lessons. His attention to discipline, perseverance, details, and sportsmanship have shaped my character in many ways. I have learned to approach challenges with a positive attitude, to stay focused even in the face of setbacks, and to always strive for excellence. One of the best aspects of Ben’s teaching is his genuine care for his students. He takes the time to understand everyone’s strengths and weaknesses and basing his instruction to meet our unique needs. His support and personalized approach have created an environment where every student feels valued and motivated to succeed. He teaches the golf swing to fit the way your body moves; he doesn’t teach everyone to swing the same way. Ben is always willing to help from being a middle school golf coach, having private lessons, setting up multiple clinics in the summer and winter, and providing a helpful social media presence. He has had a huge impact on the golf world in Cincinnati and impacted many kids, teenagers, and adults.
Ben has been in my life since I was in 8th grade. He has seen the highs, lows, and in-betweens in my life on and off the golf course. He has provided me with an immense amount of support through choosing a college to continue my golf career, 4 wrist surgeries, transferring schools, and being able to play competitive golf for the first time since 2022. His support and words of encouragement always helped me look at each situation in a different way, learn about myself, and make the decision that was best for me. I can confidently say that Ben has made me a better golfer and has helped shape me into a better person, which I appreciate the most.
In summary, Ben is not just an outstanding golf swing coach; he is an extraordinary mentor who has made a significant positive impact on my life.”

“Ben has been an integral part of my and my family’s lives since 2020. My daughter (13 at the time) decided she wanted to play golf in 8th grade after never having picked up a club previously. We quickly met Ben as the middle schools coach and the lead instructor at Little Miami Golf Center. Ben taught my daughter the basics of golf which she took to quickly. She improved rapidly that first summer due in large part to Ben’s instruction. As her golf career progressed, she became more interested in pursuing that as a serious sport and showed less interest in other activities she grew up participating in. She has had nearly weekly lessons with Ben since we met him, and I can say with certainty that she would not have developed into the golfer she has become without Ben’s involvement. Yes, she could have taken lessons from another professional instructor but Ben has a special ability to communicate and teach kids that I have rarely seen from an athletic coach. My daughter had a very successful High School golf career having just competed at the Ohio State tournament for the first time in her High School’s history. It is no coincidence that Ben was the primary instructor for every girl on her team as they were learning how to play and developing a passion for the sport. I should mention he is also the primary instructor for all the boys on the High School Golf team who also went to state for the first time in school history.
My daughter recently made a commitment to play golf in college at a nationally ranked golf program and I am certain without Ben’s involvement in her life, she would not have that opportunity.
Everything I have written about so far just involves my daughter. This is just a tiny snapshot of Ben’s impact on the local youth golf community. Many other families in our area have stories very similar to mine regarding the impact Ben has had on their children. The local middle school teams have dominated their season for the last 6+ seasons because of Ben’s involvement. His oldest students are now into high school and the local programs are achieving their greatest success ever as a result.”

“Ben is an incredible leader for both his peers and the kids he coaches. Ben holds everyone accountable no matter how much talent or how good they are at golf. Our best golfer this year showed poor golf etiquette at a course and Ben called me immediately to tell me our best player is going to have disciplinary actions because of the way he acted on the golf course. This is a kid who is miles above everyone else with his talent and the best on our team, Ben made sure to hold him accountable. Not every coach does that but I am glad to have Ben who does! The best part about the story is Ben met with this individual and showed him he cared about him as a golfer and as a person. Everyone makes mistakes and we need to be held accountable for our mistakes. He explained to that young golfer why the disciplinary action was taken and how they need to move forward with their actions on the golf course.
Watching the program grow from a few golfers to now TONS of golfers
shows the kind of leader Ben is. In order to grow a program and consistently get kids to come out and golf shows how valuable he is the Nagel. He creates opportunities for kids to feel the success and battle through adversity within the sport. Ben is a great golf coach but he teaches the kids how to be respectful, be part of a team and have great golf etiquette. I am thankful Ben holds all of these great leadership qualities and instills them into our Nagel and youth golf community.
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