Sport is one of the greatest products of society as it has the ability to unify, inspire, and motivate. Most importantly it allows us an avenue to explore ourselves as individuals and as part of a team. Golf is a lifetime sport and as such demands a certain level of commitment; physically, mentally, and emotionally. I am here to provide an avenue for all three.

Nico van der Ven

nico van der ven

golf coach

Nico van der Ven graduated from Washington State University in 2015 with a B.S. in Sport Science & Kinesiology and a minor in Strength & Conditioning. While at WSU, Nico spent 1,600+ hours training the golf, tennis, track, soccer, basketball, baseball, and volleyball teams. He then interned at the University of Washington training baseball, basketball, and volleyball. With a passion for learning in and out of the gym, continuing education is always a priority. Nico obtained his Titleist Performance Institute Level 1 certification and is a PGA Class A certified Golf Professional. 

After training at the Division I level Nico transitioned to a career as a golf professional. He worked at Jackson Park Golf Course in Seattle before spending the past 3.5 years at Aldarra Golf Club. Nico is well versed in both the weight room and the golf swing, giving him a unique tool set to help golfers reach their full potential.

Nico has a tremendous passion for all sports, playing baseball at the collegiate and semi-professional level. To him, sport is one of the greatest products of society as it has the ability to unify, inspire, and motivate. Most importantly, it allows us an avenue to explore ourselves as individuals and as part of a team. Golf is a lifetime sport and as such demands a certain level of commitment; physically, mentally, and emotionally.

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"Joe and his team are able to develop customized programs that deliver real results. By combing world-class golf instruction and fitness, their students are able to make meaningful advancements. If you are committed to getting better, regardless of your current game, this team can help you make it happen."
Ryan V.
Ryan V.
"I have become a much more consistent golfer after working on my game with SMART Golf & Fitness. The facility is unparalleled in Chicago and I'm able to work on almost every aspect of my game using the latest tech. The gym is equally impressive and, working with Blake Denney, I've been able to significantly improve my balance and range of motion, which has helped me remove a lot of the "corrections" I had put into my swing to compensate. I can't recommend these guys enough!"
Adam W.
Adam W.
"Would highly recommend to anyone at any level of skill. The guys at SMART Golf & Fitness are first class professionals who know how to push you just hard enough to achieve your goals. I’ve taken lessons before and saw few long term results but SMART Golf’s program has changed the way I think about the game and how I play it for good. A huge thanks to everyone involved."
Andy F.
Andy F.