Jucchou Golf Academy Coaches

A native of golf-friendly Hawaii, Jeffrey Hirose is a US Kids Top 50 Master Certified Golf Coach, and a Certified Level 1 and Level 2 Junior Titleist Performance Institute Instructor who brings a life-long enthusiasm to teaching the game of golf.

His background includes over two decades of professional golf instruction at all levels across several Southern California courses. Jeffrey brings in-depth knowledge and firmly believes that golf instruction should be enjoyable for every golfer.

Owner and operator of Jucchou Golf Academy since 2003, Jeffrey has helped more than 3,000 juniors progress through his programs and camps.

With over 20 years of teaching experience, Coach Anthony began his career at Diamond Bar and has now come full circle, bringing his wealth of knowledge and passion for golf back to where it all started.

Fluent in English, Chinese, and Korean, he connects with a diverse range of students, making golf accessible and enjoyable for all.

Julie E. Kim is a seasoned golf professional with over a decade of experience in competitive play and instruction. She was born and raised in Southern California and discovered her passion for golf at a young age, leading her to excel on her high school varsity team for four consecutive years.

Her dedication and talent earned her a full athletic scholarship to compete at the NCAA Division I level, where she honed her skills and deepened her understanding of the game.

After college, Julie competed as a conditional player on the 2012 Symetra Tour, gaining valuable experience on the professional circuit. Transitioning from player to instructor, she found her true calling in teaching.

Tony Tang provides private lesson instruction for Jucchou Golf Academy students across Arcadia and Diamond Bar.

His coaching work supports players who want focused, structured improvement through one-on-one instruction.

Born and raised in Semarang, Indonesia, Okky Masgono moved to the United States after graduating high school to attend Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, CA. A natural athlete, he was actively involved in sports before discovering golf.

Okky was introduced to golf in his early twenties and was fortunate to start with proper guidance from a golf professional. This solid foundation helped him quickly develop a consistent, repeatable swing and a deeper understanding of the game.

In February 2021, he earned his Class A PGA membership. Today, he is a full-time golf coach dedicated to helping students of all ages and skill levels learn, improve, and enjoy the game.

Joel Parker Gorospe brings years of golf experience as a dedicated single-digit handicap player. He served as captain of his varsity golf team for three years, an experience that shaped his leadership skills, teamwork, and deep love for the game.

Outside of golf, Parker is a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo and spent two years teaching as an instructor. His martial arts background instilled in him discipline and mutual respect.

Parker currently serves as the Camp Director for the Nike Golf Camps at Arcadia Golf Course, where he is committed to creating a fun, structured, and engaging learning environment for junior golfers.

Jenny Kim is a PGA & LPGA Class A Teaching Professional and former LPGA Epson Tour player with a strong background in elite competitive golf and modern coaching.

She began playing competitively at age 11 and reached as high as No. 34 in the United States Junior Golf Ranking before competing at the Division I level at San Jose State University.

Fluent in both English and Korean, she specializes in junior development, combining tour experience, sound fundamentals, and data-driven instruction to help students build confidence, consistency, and a lifelong love for the game.