“Since I began working with Jim Hardy 17 years ago I have come to know Tom.  He's a fine gentlemen with a keen eye for golf.  His knowledge of the swing and his ability to interact with his students makes him an ideal instructor.  Tom has an easy manner and teacher's spirit.  Like any seeker of "the truth, " he has spent the better part of his adult life learning about this, the greatest game, and he has accumulated a wealth of knowledge along the way.  His understanding of the swing and exposure to playing professionals gives him particular insight into the mechanics of, not only the golf swing, but, how to play the game.  That kind of knowledge is unique.  Great teachers have that intimate understanding of our game, but they also must be able to communicate to their students.  There is Tom in a nushell."

“Tommy has a knack for helping his students rapidly improve their skill set, thanks to his ability to quickly understand and coach their needs.  His genuine, warm style immediately puts students at ease and in the right mindset to receive his instruction.  Tommy constantly seeks to improve as a coach and instructor by gathering information from other teachers to broaden his knowledge base.  This is a rare quality that greatly benefits his own students.”

"I have known and worked with Tommy for nearly 16 years.  He is a warm, friendly and generous man who happens to also be a gifted and talented instructor.  Any one lucky enough to have a lesson with him will benefit from it and be an improved golfer as a result."  

“ Tommy was one of my first certified instructors and has continually shown his enthusiasm and understanding of teaching green reading and has helped grow the game for golfers of ALL levels.  He has continually throughout my relationship with him exhibited the finest qualities of a PGA professional and I have received nothing but positive and exemplary testimonials from his students.”

“I have known Tom O’Brien Jr. since he was a youngster and I was the Director of Golf at Sweetwater Country Club back in the mid 80’s. One of the most rewarding parts of being a PGA golf professional for me is feeling like you have had a positive influence on other golf professionals and Tom is one of those professionals that I am very proud of. Over the years I have seen many talented and passionate PGA golf professionals whose true passion is teaching the game of golf. Tom is without a doubt one of those professionals. His passion and love for teaching golf is undeniable and he is extremely good at it. Tom has built a great teaching resume and is an outstanding ambassador for the South Texas Section of the PGA and the PGA of America.”