Instruction

Our Founder - Justin Kraft

Currently One of Golf Digest’s Best Young Teachers in America

My goal as a coach is to help you understand your golf swing, identify areas for improvement, and guide you toward achieving your goals. I emphasize teaching the "why" behind any changes we make so you gain the knowledge and tools to continue improving on your own. As an experienced coach, former college golfer, and TPI-certified instructor, I know no two golfers are the same. My approach is tailored to your unique swing, abilities, and limitations, ensuring your path to progress is both personalized and effective.  

My playing and teaching accolades are as follows: Collegiate All-American & 2x Conference POTY, Class A PGA Member, Golf Digest Best Young Teacher, Golf Digest Best Teacher In Minnesota, Minnesota PGA Youth Development Award Winner, TPI Level 1, TPI Power Level 2, Mentored by Shauheen Nakhjavani, Scott Cowx Certified 

WORK WITH JUSTIN

Online Coaching

With over 1,000 virtual lessons under his belt, Justin brings unparalleled expertise to golfers seeking remote coaching. His online lessons cater to players of all skill levels, providing a seamless and effective way to improve your game. The process is straightforward: record your swing in slow motion from two angles, and Justin will deliver a comprehensive analysis of your technique. Each lesson includes a personalized video with individualized drills, a tailored practice plan, and clear next steps to help you progress. Best of all, online lessons are always accessible—whether through the Snead or Skillest app, you can revisit your coaching sessions anytime for continued improvement.

In-Person Coaching

Justin is the founder of the Kraftygolf Studio and serves as the Director of Instruction at Spring Hill Golf Club. For golfers in the Minneapolis area, in-person lessons with Justin provide a direct path to improvement. In 2025, he was named to Golf Digest’s “Best Teacher In Minnesota” and “Best Young Teachers” list. With over 6,800 lessons taught, Justin’s experience and insights will help you take your game to the next level. To schedule an in person lesson with Justin, fill out the lesson inquiry at the bottom of the page.

Adults: $200/55 minutes   |   Juniors: (14 & older) $150/55 minutes   |   Youth: $125/30 minutes

TESTIMONIALS

RECENT PUBLICATIONS

Kraftygolf Studio Opens in Plymouth To Help Golfers Refine Game

In Minnesota, practicing your golf game during the winter months used to require some creativity.

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Justin Kraft's New Golf Studio Opens in Plymouth

Justin Kraft, who has built a big audience for his online golf tips and is director of golf instruction Spring Hill Golf Club in Wayzata, is opening KraftyGolf Studio, an indoor golf training facility in Plymouth.

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Answering Golf Myths & Misconceptions

With the calendar showing late October, and Halloween getting closer by the day, it seems rather appropriate that we discuss something a little spooky.

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Minnesota Golf Pro's Swing Lessons Go Viral on Social Media

"I had zero idea this was coming,"" Justin Kraft said. "I thought maybe social media would be a sort of fun way to help a few people improve their golf game."

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The NFL Superstar Who Has Become Completely Obsessed With Golf

Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner had never played the sport before a team function last year. He’s since embarked on a quest to master the game—by picking up tips off YouTube.

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Looking for More Distance? Try This Simple Band Drill

Today’s PGA of America Golf Professionals are more educated than ever in fitness and the body’s function within the golf swing. They’re not just applying short-term quick-fix band-aids to their students’ swings, but are creating long-term game plans to address the physical, mental and technical aspects of the game.

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Golf Tips: How to Hit Your Irons More Consistently

One of the keys to shooting lower scores is making more consistently good contact with the ball.

While not every shot will be perfectly struck, if a golfer can get in a rhythm with their strikes, the ball flies straighter, usually longer and makes it easier to score... especially with irons.

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PODCASTS

Shoot It Straight

EP 48 | Special Guest - Golf Digest Best of Minnesota Instructor - Justin Kraft

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A Good Miss

Gettin' Krafty with one of Minnesota's up and coming Teaching Professionals, Justin Kraft.

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Wicked Smart Golf

249: Justin Kraft - How to Develop Skills & Avoiding Bad Golf Advice

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Member Guest

61: Justin Kraft

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103: Justin Kraft II, Krafty Golf

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