About Malone Golf Academy
At Malone Golf Academy, our mission is to help golfers of all levels play better and enjoy the game more. Through simple, effective coaching, we focus on the key skills that lead to lower scores—ball control, decision-making, and mental performance. Whether you're a beginner or a competitive player, we are committed to providing personalized instruction, expert guidance, and a clear plan for improvement. Our goal is to make golf more accessible, more enjoyable, and more rewarding for every student we coach.
Meet Garrick Malone
A Pleasant View, Tennessee native, Garrick Malone was introduced to golf by his father at age 10. By 12, he set aside baseball to focus entirely on the sport, earning college scholarship offers through his junior golf success. Instead of playing collegiately, he chose to pursue a career as a golf professional, becoming the Head Golf Professional at Highland Rim Golf Course in 2004. After a decade in that role, he founded Malone Golf Academy in 2014 to dedicate himself fully to coaching.
Garrick’s passion for helping golfers improve has led him to study under some of the game’s greatest teachers. His students have won at the state and national junior levels, competed in collegiate golf, qualified for USGA events and World Long Drive, and earned titles like TN Junior Player of the Year. Though his students’ achievements speak for themselves, Garrick believes his role is simple—to give players the tools to succeed, because in the end, the student hits the shots.
Proven Experience
With years of coaching experience and multiple certifications, Garrick Malone brings a wealth of knowledge to every lesson. His background includes working with golfers of all ages and skill levels, from junior players to competitive adults.
✔️ 7 Years as a High School Golf Coach & 5 Years as a Middle School Golf Coach
✔️ TPI Level 3 Golf & Junior Coach – Expert in body mechanics and golf performance.
✔️ AimPoint Certified Coach – Specializing in green reading and putting precision.
✔️ PlaneTruth Level 1 & Stack and Tilt Certified – Proven swing methodologies for consistency.
✔️ Op36 Certified Coach – Focused on skill-based development for all ages.
✔️ Leadbetter Kids & US Kids Certified Coach – Specialized training for young golfers.
Garrick's Teaching Philosophy
The Foundation of Golf Improvement
Golf is more than just a swing, stroke, or technique. Every week, there are players with million-dollar swings who miss the cut on professional tours. That’s because golf, like any sport, is a game of skill, and skills will always outweigh style.
At its core, golf comes down to three essential skills:
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Ball Control – The ability to control the flight and direction of your shots.
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Decision Making – Choosing the right shots, strategies, and course management.
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Emotional Control – Staying focused and composed under pressure.
Most of my lessons focus on improving ball control, which starts with diagnosing errors based on ball flight. First, we identify the bad shot. Next, we analyze what happened at impact to cause it. Finally, we apply the necessary swing adjustments to fix it. A consistent impact leads to a predictable ball flight, and a predictable ball flight is the foundation of playing great golf.
The 6 Laws of Impact
To understand and correct ball flight, every golfer should be familiar with the six key laws of impact:
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Solid Contact – The quality of strike between the club and ball.
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Clubface Angle – The direction the face is pointing at impact.
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Loft – The dynamic loft of the club at impact.
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Club Path – The direction the club is moving through impact.
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Angle of Attack – Whether the club is striking the ball on an upward, level, or downward path.
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Speed – The velocity of the club at impact, affecting distance and control.
Each of these impact laws influences different aspects of ball flight. By diagnosing which one is causing inconsistency, we can correct bad shots and train the right movements to a higher level of mastery—leading to lower scores.
A Personalized Approach to Improvement
Every golfer is different—physically, mentally, and in playing style. In each lesson, you’ll gain a clear understanding of what’s causing your errors, the impact creating them, and exactly what you need to do to correct them. My coaching isn’t about forcing you into a rigid method but finding the best way for YOU to play the game successfully.
What You Can Expect
Personalized Coaching
Every golfer is different, and Garrick takes the time to understand your unique swing, goals, and challenges. Whether you're a beginner or a competitive player, each lesson is tailored to maximize your improvement and lower your scores.
Proven Teaching Methods
With years of experience and multiple certifications, Garrick uses simple, effective coaching strategies to improve your ball control, decision-making, and mental approach. His instruction is clear, practical, and results-driven, ensuring you leave each session with a plan for success.
Support Beyond the Lesson
Improvement doesn’t stop when the lesson ends. Garrick provides ongoing guidance and resources to help you track progress, practice effectively, and gain confidence on the course. His goal is to give you the tools to consistently play your best golf.
Privacy Policy
Expert Instructors
Privacy Policy for Malone Golf Academy
Effective Date: January 22, 2026
Malone Golf Academy ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website malonegolfacademy.com (the "Site") and any associated mobile applications (collectively, the "Services"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our Site, use our Services, or interact with us.
This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access the Services ("Users"). By using our Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Services.
Please note that this is a general template for a privacy policy. We recommend consulting with a legal professional to customize it to your specific needs and ensure compliance with applicable laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), or Google Play Developer Policies.
1. Types of Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide and improve our Services, including:
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Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, phone number, postal address, date of birth, payment information (e.g., credit card details if processed through third-party providers), and any other information you voluntarily provide when registering for lessons, subscribing to newsletters, making inquiries, or participating in promotions.
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Usage and Device Information: Details about how you interact with our Services, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, pages viewed, time and date of visits, referring/exit pages, and clickstream data.
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Location Information: If you enable location services on your device, we may collect approximate location data to provide location-based features, such as finding nearby golf facilities.
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Golf-Related Data: Information you share related to your golfing experience, such as skill level, lesson preferences, or feedback on our academy services.
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Other Information: Any additional data you provide through forms, surveys, or communications with us.
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (e.g., racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, health data) unless it is voluntarily provided and necessary for our Services.
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information through the following methods:
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Directly from You: When you fill out forms on our Site (e.g., contact forms, registration for golf lessons, newsletter sign-ups), make purchases, or communicate with us via email, phone, or chat.
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Automatically: Through technologies like cookies, web beacons, and server logs as you navigate our Site. This includes data collected when you browse pages or interact with features.
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From Third Parties: We may receive information from partners, such as social media platforms (if you link your accounts), payment processors, analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), or advertising networks. For example, if you sign up via a third-party service, we may collect basic profile information.
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Mobile Apps: If using our app, we collect data via device permissions (e.g., camera for uploading golf swing videos, if applicable) or app usage analytics.
We only collect information that is necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy.
3. How We Store, Use, and Disclose Your Personal Information
Storage
We store your personal information securely using industry-standard measures, including encryption, firewalls, and access controls. Data is hosted on secure servers provided by reputable cloud service providers (e.g., AWS or Google Cloud). We retain information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes—typically up to 7 years for financial records or until you request deletion.
In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users and relevant authorities as required by law.
Use
We use your information to:
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Provide and personalize our Services, such as scheduling golf lessons, sending confirmations, or recommending academy programs.
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Process payments and manage transactions.
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Communicate with you about updates, promotions, or service-related matters.
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Improve our Site and Services through analytics and user feedback.
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Comply with legal requirements, enforce our terms, or protect our rights.
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Conduct marketing activities, such as targeted ads, with your consent where required.
Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may disclose it in the following circumstances:
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Service Providers: To third-party vendors who assist us with operations, such as email service providers (e.g., Mailchimp), payment processors (e.g., Stripe), or analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics). These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and use data only for the specified purposes.
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Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.
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Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government authority, or to prevent harm, fraud, or illegal activities.
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With Your Consent: For any other purpose when we obtain your explicit permission.
We may share aggregated or anonymized data (which cannot identify you) for research or marketing purposes.
4. How We Communicate with Our Site Visitors
We communicate with you primarily via email, but may also use phone, SMS, or in-app notifications if you provide consent. Communications may include:
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Service-related updates (e.g., lesson confirmations, account changes).
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Marketing materials (e.g., newsletters about golf tips or promotions).
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Responses to your inquiries or support requests.
You can opt out of non-essential communications at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" in emails or contacting us (see Section 7). We will always send essential communications, such as legal notices or transaction confirmations.
5. How We Use Cookies and Other Tracking Tools
We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage:
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Essential Cookies: Necessary for Site functionality, such as maintaining sessions or remembering preferences.
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Performance Cookies: Collect data on how visitors use the Site (e.g., via Google Analytics) to improve performance.
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Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced features, like remembering login details or customizing content.
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Advertising Cookies: Used by third parties (e.g., Google Ads) to deliver relevant ads based on your browsing history.
You can manage cookies through your browser settings (e.g., block or delete them). Note that disabling cookies may limit Site functionality. For more details, visit our Cookie Policy (if separate) or sites like allaboutcookies.org.
We may also use tracking tools for retargeting ads on other platforms.
6. How You Can Withdraw Your Consent
You have control over your personal information. To withdraw consent for data processing (where consent is the basis), or to exercise rights such as access, correction, deletion, or portability:
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Contact us at [insert email, e.g., garrick@malonegolfacademy.com or through our Site's contact form.
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For marketing emails, use the unsubscribe link.
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For cookies, adjust browser settings.
Under laws like GDPR or CCPA, you may have additional rights, such as objecting to processing or requesting data sales opt-out (note: we do not sell data). We will respond to requests within 30 days (or as required by law). Withdrawing consent may limit access to certain Services.
7. Privacy Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date." For significant changes, we may notify you via email or a prominent Site notice.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Malone Golf Academy
640 Old Hickory Blvd
Old Hickory, TN 37138
Email:Garrick@malonegolfacademy.com
Thank you for trusting Malone Golf Academy with your information.
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