Mark Girard, PGA, is the Head Golf Professional at Sunrise Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California, where he has served since 2007. A PGA Member for over 28 years, Mark brings a uniquely global perspective to his teaching, having worked as a golf professional in Northern California, New Jersey, Austria, and Portugal before making the Coachella Valley his home. His career includes five years as a caddy on the PGA Tour, where he had the rare opportunity to learn from the best players in the world while traveling internationally. This experience gave Mark an extraordinary understanding of the game at its highest level, which he now shares with golfers of all skill levels through private and group instruction at Sunrise Country Club. His teaching philosophy centers on golf as a lifelong pursuit, and he embraces the unique challenges the game brings to each of his students. Whether working with beginners taking their first swings or experienced players looking to refine their technique, Mark draws on decades of diverse experience to deliver personalized, effective instruction that helps every golfer reach their potential.