Michael Breed, the 2012 PGA National Teacher of the Year and former host of The Golf Fix on Golf Channel, brings technique to life in a clear and accessible way.
Michael Breed is one of the best-known golf instructors in the United States, thanks to television and radio. He hosts “A New Breed of Golf” on SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio, and as of November 2026, his YouTube channel has about 70,000 subscribers and more than 1,100 videos. Here is an overview of his background, his teaching method, and a summary of his video lesson.
Who is Michael Breed?
After graduating from Randolph-Macon College in Virginia in 1985, Michael Breed began as an assistant atAugusta National Golf Club from 1990 to 1992. He also competed in tournaments on the Ben Hogan Tour and played in the PGA Tour's Greater Hartford Open in 1994.
He then served as Head Professional at Birchwood Country Club (1996–2001) and later at Sunningdale Country Club (2001–2013) in New York State. A member of the PGA of America, he was named PGA National Teacher of the Year in 2012.
On television, he hosts The Golf Fix on the Golf Channel, described in his biography as the channel's most-watched instructional series. He is also the author of two instructional books.
Michael Breed's Career Highlights
Michael Breed's track record is that of a teacher who has become a prominent figure in the golf media.
| Field | Landmark |
|---|---|
| Major Award | 2012 PGA National Teacher of the Year |
| PGA Section | Metropolitan PGA Teacher of the Year in 2000 and 2009, the only two-time winner |
| Rankings | Golf Magazine's Top 100 since 2003; No. 1 in New York State and No. 10 on the Golf Digest rankings (according to his biography) |
| Clubs | Assistant at Augusta National (1990–1992), Head Professional at Birchwood (1996–2001) and Sunningdale (2001–2013) |
| Television and Radio | Former host of The Golf Fix (Golf Channel); “A New Breed of Golf” on SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio |
| Books | The Picture-Perfect Golf Swing (2008), The 3-Degree Putting Solution (2011) |
| Players Coached | More than 30 tour players and nearly 100 PGA professionals |
| YouTube Channel | Approximately 70,000 subscribers, more than 1,100 videos (November 2026) |
Michael Breed's Method: Clarity and Energy
Michael Breed is known for his energy and his ability to make technique tangible, with simple checkpoints you can apply right away. His motto, “Let’s do this!”, sums up his style: first you understand, then you take action.
How to Hit a Hybrid Properly: Focus on the Chest
To hit a 3-hybrid correctly, Michael Breed emphasizes the chest. Rather than trying to lift the ball, you should rely on the movement of your torso to strike the hybrid the way it was designed to be hit.
Michael Breed's Lesson on Best Golf Tips
- Hybrids (Hybrids, Fairway Woods): How to Hit a Hybrid Properly.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Michael Breed
Who is Michael Breed?
A golf instructor who is a member of the PGA of America, the 2012 PGA National Teacher of the Year, and a former host of The Golf Fix on Golf Channel.
What is The Golf Fix?
The instructional show that Michael Breed hosted on the Golf Channel, described in his biography as the channel's most-watched instructional series.
Has Michael Breed written any books?
Yes: The Picture-Perfect Golf Swing (2008) and The 3-Degree Putting Solution (2011).
Where can you listen to Michael Breed today?
On SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio, on “A New Breed of Golf,” and on his YouTube channel.
