About Brad Smith Golf Academy (The Golf Doctor at First Cutt )
For a golf experience unlike any other, trust the expertise of PGA member Brad Smith. As a seasoned instructor and college coach with over 40 years of coaching experience in the Miami Valley has helps golfers of all levels — from beginners to advanced players — refine their skills. Brad's unique approach focuses on teaching students how to practice and play effectively, ensuring lasting improvement. Utilizing both outdoor facilities at Heatherwoode and a dedicated indoor studio, he offers year-round instruction. Recognized as the Best Golf Instructor in the Dayton area, Brad Smith is renowned for his ability to simplify the game and provide personalized video analysis for every student. Golf instructor in Dayton, Ohio in person or online.
I have gone to Brad for about 3 years now and he is an amazing swing coach. He has helped me through my high school career and helped to get me ready for my next step into my college golf career. He has helped improve my swing and take it past just a swing. I highly recommend him to any and all golfers.
November 2025
Coach Brad is excellent! He is very knowledgeable about the game of golf, is very patient when he works with my son, and focuses on the “mental game” along with the physical/mechanical part of the golf game!
October 2025
I took 25 lessons with Brad this past year. I went from shooting 120-130 to breaking 100 for the first time and averaging around 107. I plan to re up on lessons to continue to improve. If he can fix me, he can fix anyone. The usage of video technology is a very fun way to look back at how far your game has improved since... read full comment
