Coaches
Our team of highly experienced instructors are here to help you reach your goals!
Kim learned to play golf at age 4 and started developing her teaching skills as a swim instructor through high school and college. After establishing a long career in the hi-tech industry she decided to go back into instruction and has been teaching golf since 2001. For 10 years she was with American Golf as Director of Instruction for both Summitpointe and Monarch Bay Golf Clubs. She developed and directed Corporate Instruction Programs and Team Building events. Kim started the Silicon Valley Golf Performance Center (SVGOLFPC) in January 2012.
Kim is a proud member of the LPGA, is a Class "A" Teaching Professional and a graduate of Titleist Performance Institute Seminars (www.mytpi.com). She enjoys helping people realize their full potential as a golfer by identifying their body's needs for strength and flexibility that could be limiting their swing and game. For Kim, this has made golf instruction not only more exciting, but more meaningful by helping each individual become physically stronger on and off the course!
Kim enjoys all levels of instruction from helping good players become great to helping new golfers by "de-mystifying" the game and making it more enjoyable.
Mandy spent her childhood in Colorado growing up playing various sports, but it was golf that ultimately captured her heart. She has been playing various degrees of competitive golf for nearly 30 years. She began working in the golf industry fresh out of college as a golf shop assistant and quickly worked her way up to an Assistant Golf Professional teaching clinics. As she began sharing her passion for the game with others, she discovered that teaching was her true calling and fell in love with it.
A few years after turning Professional, Mandy battled with multiple wrist issues and a major shoulder injury that nearly ended her sports career. This prompted her to change focus and adopt a holistic approach to golf instruction, emphasizing the connection between the body and the swing.
She understands that each individual has a unique swing, and her philosophy centers on helping players move and swing in a way that suits their specific needs.
Mandy is a LPGA Class "A" member, TPI Level 3 certified, Golf Digest Certified Instructor, and U.S. Kids 2 Golf Instructor, with nearly 20 years of teaching experience. She is also an ACE certified Personal Trainer and Golf Digest Fitness Trainer and has been guiding clients in golf specific training for the last 12 years.
Awards: 2022 U.S. Kids Top 50 Honorable Mention, 2025 U.S. Kids Top 50 Honorable Mention
Coach Rena is a native of Menlo Park where she played high school golf at Menlo-Atherton High School. In high school, under the coaching of Donn Levine for the JCC Maccabi games, she won the gold medal in Detroit.
Following her strong junior success, Rena played two seasons at Jackson State University (1999–2001), consistently competing in the number 1 and number 3 positions for Head Coach Eddie Payton. She co-captained the team, helped secure two Southwestern Athletic Conference championships, and earned multiple honors, including the Coach's Award, Dean's List recognition, and membership in the National Foreign Language Honor Society.
Coach Rena transferred to the University of Arizona, where she joined the Wildcats' roster and provided depth and competitive energy within the team. She played alongside LPGA Hall of Famer, Lorena Ochoa, as well as other noted golf professionals.
Rena attributes much of her personal and athletic transformation to her involvement in junior golf, which provided structure and support during her formative years.
Sean Barry is a PGA Associate and the Director of Golf at SV Golf Performance Center, where he helps golfers of all levels improve faster and play with more confidence.
Sean began his coaching career at Golftec, earning certification through Golftec University under Nick Clearwater. In his first year he was recognized as the NorCal Rookie Coach of the Year, leading in lessons taught, student satisfaction, and club fitting—an early reflection of his ability to deliver real results.
With a background in Computer Science from UC San Diego and nearly a decade as a software engineer, Sean brings a clear, structured approach to coaching. His lessons are designed to simplify the game—giving players a step-by-step plan so they know exactly what to work on and why it matters.
He has also served as a Lead Club Fitter for TaylorMade, using that experience to ensure each player’s equipment is properly matched to their swing—maximizing performance and consistency.
Sean actively competes in professional events within the Northern California PGA Associates Division, so his coaching is grounded in what actually works on the course.
Whether you’re brand new to the game or looking to take your skills to the next level, Sean’s goal is simple: help you play better golf, enjoy the process, and build lasting confidence every time you step on the course.
Eddie Scott is originally from Portstewart Northern Ireland where he grew up playing golf at two of the most iconic links courses in the world, Royal Portrush and Portstewart Golf Clubs. After an accomplished college golf record with the highlight of winning the World University Championships, Eddie moved to New York in 2002 and started his golf career at the famous Westchester Country Club.
He gained his PGA-certified membership in 2008 and has since taught and given well over 10,000 personal and group golf lessons. Eddie delivers professional golf services in a welcoming, fun, and professional environment. Eddie is a proud father to his daughter Ella and currently resides in San Jose.
Chloe started her golf journey at age 10 by taking lessons with Kim Stevens, owner/founder of Silicon Valley Golf. In addition to private lessons, she also enrolled in a number of Summer Golf Camps through Nike/Silicon Valley Golf and, eventually, became one of our coaches at the Summer Camps. Over the years as a Camp Coach, Chloe blossomed into one of our Camp Lead Instructors and, in 2025, will become Camp Director for PGA Camps/Silicon Valley Golf at Shoreline Golf Links!
Chloe currently teaches our Junior Academy classes and PGA Jr. League at Shoreline. When teaching her younger students, Chloe strives to promote self-confidence and self-motivation by helping them develop their abilities to be consistent and overcome their golf challenges.
Chloe obtained her BA in Public Affairs at UCLA. She currently attends San Jose State University to obtain her master's degree and teaching credentials with a goal of becoming an Elementary School teacher where she can share her knowledge and time through coaching the future of America!
Scott has been involved with the game of golf for over 45 years. His experience as a player, coach and business partner in the golf instruction business gives him a wide range of knowledge around the game.
Scott's involvement in both teaching/instruction and the operations of the golf business allows him to more fully understand the needs of those who want to learn more about the game. His particular interest aligns with the mission of Silicon Valley Golf – to "Grow the Game of Golf" – by teaching students (adults and juniors) at both the beginner and intermediate levels.
Joe has been involved in the golf industry for over 30 years as both a competitive player and instructor. He has worked in various capacities at a number of locations including Trilogy Golf (Power Ranch, AZ), Eagle Ridge (Gilroy), Long Bow Golf Club (Mesa AZ), San Jose Municipal GC, and currently at Redwood Canyon GC in Castro Valley, CA.
Rachael started playing competitive golf on the island of Oahu at 9 years old. She served as team captain of Kalani High School's golf team and helped lead them to the 2022 Oahu Interscholastic Association Team Championship title and a runner-up finish for the state championship.
She is currently in her fourth season playing for the Broncos at Santa Clara University and is expected to graduate with a BS in Public Health Science in June 2026.
Golf has been a major passion and part of Rachael's identity growing up, she wants to inspire and give back to the community of young, aspiring junior golfers with her knowledge and experience of the game. Her coaching experience includes all levels of junior golfers and, most recently, helped coach PGA Jr. League at Shoreline Golf Links. She highlights the importance of grasping and practicing the basic fundamentals of the golf swing to develop a consistent and powerful golf game.