Scottsdale, AZ
Golf Store
Labor Day Hours: Open 10am - 3pm. Normal store hours will resume Tuesday 9/3
9130 East Talking Stick Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Hours
M-F 10am - 6pm
Sat 10am - 5pm
Sun CLOSED
Cliff Walzak
- Spent 20 years at Titleist as a club fitting manager at Titleist Performance Institute/li>
- Has fit clubs for 15 major champions and 50 collegiate winners
- Spent 5 years traveling the country working with elite junior and college players
Cliff has touched nearly every corner of the golf industry. He began as a golf professional, both coaching and fitting golfers of all abilities. He then spent 20 years with Titleist as a club fitting manager at Titleist Performance Institute. He also spent five years traveling the country working with the best junior and college players in the sport. He has helped fit clubs for 15 major champions and 50 collegiate winners. His fitting certifications include PING, Titleist, Callaway, Cobra, Srixon, Mizuno, KBS, True Temper, and Fujikura.
Michael Biviano
Michael brings over twenty-five years of experience in the professional golf equipment market, developing master-fitting solutions for a diversified global portfolio of PGA, LPGA, Professional Golf Tour, Professional Athletes, Executives, Private Members, and Recreational players. Since joining 2nd Swing Golf in 2022, Michael has been instrumental in introducing the ‘putter boutique’ experience to the award-winning 2nd Swing club fitting process. His proven putter ‘concierge’ service offers a precise and unique, tour-inspired fitting to each player, delivering exceptional results on the greens. Recognized by golf industry professionals around the world for his exceptional technology, equipment, and player performance knowledge, Michael’s work has directly impacted Tour wins in 27 Major Championships, and over 100 PGA victories.
Pete Jarlsrud
- Lifetime member of the PGA of America
- Has served as an instructor at several country clubs in Minnesota and Wisconsin
Pete brings several decades of experience to the 2nd Swing Scottsdale team. He is a lifetime member of the PGA of America and has spent much of his life teaching beginners, professionals, and everyone in between the game of golf. Prior to moving to Arizona, Pete worked at several golf courses and country clubs in Minnesota and Wisconsin. He has quickly become one of the most trusted fitters in the industry and has been a huge piece of the Top 100 fitting puzzle at our Scottsdale location. Pete has earned fitting certifications from all the major manufacturers.
Travis Barkley
- Has previously served as a PGA Teaching Professional and Assistant Club Professional
- Frequently competes in professional events throughout Minnesota
Travis has been in the golf industry since 2007, joining 2nd Swing in 2015 as a club fitter and building upon his extensive education and training in golf. A graduate of the University of Minnesota, Travis has previously served as a PGA Teaching Professional and an Assistant Club Professional, each with a focus on instruction, and spent additional time working a variety of different roles at Minnesota golf courses. He earned all-conference recognition during his high school competition days and frequently competes in professional events throughout the state of Minnesota. Travis is certified by all of the major manufacturers.
Cameron Cordes
- Former Assistant Golf Professional
- Golf Academy of America Graduate
Cameron boasts three years of green grass experience as an assistant golf professional prior to joining 2nd Swing as a master club fitter and a professional club builder. In addition to fitting, Cameron also serves as the build shop lead at the 2nd Swing Scottsdale South location. Cameron’s vast resume ensures that the golfers he works with will receive an award-winning experience backed by his knowledge and insight. He has earned fitting certifications from PING, Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Cobra, Mizuno, and Trackman.
Jacob Locke
- Began in golf as a caddy at Troon North
- Impressive resume as a competitive amateur player
Jacob began as a successful competitive player before serving as a caddy at Troon North in 2016. In 2019, Jacob transitioned to 2nd Swing’s Scottsdale location, fulfilling a variety of roles to help golfers get the right equipment in the bag. Most recently, Jacob has become a certified master fitter for the new Scottsdale South location, where he continues to help golfers of all ages dial in their equipment.
Mike Schmitz
- 2015-16 NSIC Newcomer of the Year
- 2016 NCAA Division II All-Region Team
- 2015-2019 NSIC First Team
- 2018-19 NSIC Men’s Golfer of the Year
- 2018-2021 MN state open Top 10
Michael began playing golf at the early age of 5. He was a four-year varsity starter in high school in Minneapolis, where he continued to play and have a successful career at Winona State University. After graduation, Michael moved to Arizona where he turned professional and competed in Outlaw tour events as well as numerous state opens. Michael has become a certified club fitter where he continues to help other players with his golf knowledge.
Nate Tobias
- Has served as a golf professional at several clubs throughout the US and Europe
- Callaway Top 100 Fitter in 2016 and 2017
Nate began his golf career working on a military base in 1995 as a member of the golf course maintenance staff. Since then, Nate has traveled the globe serving as a member of professional golf staff and golf course maintenance teams in both the United States and Europe. These experiences have molded a unique perspective for Nate in addition to his award-winning club fitting knowledge and insight. He has earned fitting certifications from PING, Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Mizuno, Cobra, and Trackman.
Robert Wample
- Has provided tour-level club fitting at three different Golf Digest Top 100 companies
- Was a fitter for three major Manufacturers
Robert has just about seen it all in golf. He has worked outside services at golf courses and country clubs, caddied, and performed tour-level club fitting for three different Golf Digest Top 100 fitting companies. He has fitting certifications from PING, Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Cobra, Srixon, and Trackman. Robert continues to service golfers of all skill levels and ages in fittings today with the help of his simple philosophy: “You swing the club the way you want to, and we’ll match the club to your swing.”
Ping Fitting + Performance Studio
Experience a professional PING fitting at 2nd Swing's state-of-the-art studio. Our PING-certified master fitters use TrackMan technology to analyze your swing and customize your clubs for optimal performance. It's more than just a fitting; it's a partnership to elevate your game for years to come. Schedule your award-winning fitting today!