
Welcome to Optimum Golf
At Optimum Golf we believe lasting improvement starts with understanding each golfer's swing, movement and unique goals. Founded by PGA Class-A professional Brad Alston, our mission is to empower players through expert coaching, accurate performance testing and a personalized improvement plan built just for you. Your journey begins with a comprehensive Student Assessment—combining a tailored questionnaire, TPI movement screening and rigorous simulator-based skills testing—to set a clear, data‑driven path toward a stronger, more confident game.
We harness cutting‑edge technology like Sportsbox 3D motion capture, Uneeker launch monitors, and the CoachNow app to deliver clear feedback, faster learning and smarter practice sessions. Whether you're a beginner or have been playing for decades, our team of award winning PGA coaches—including Director of Instruction Aaron Fusiek, Lead Coaches John Wagner and Chris Schultz—bring decades of experience and growth‑focused teaching to help you Own Your Game.
Stop guessing at the driving range and turn every practice session and swing into a clear, actionable feedback. And when it's time to play - enjoy 1000s of courses from all over the world to help you prepare for changing conditions or just to have fun!

MEET THE OWNERS
Brad Alston
Founder, PGA
Brad Alston started Optimum Golf in 2019. Currently, Brad is the Director of Instruction and is dedicated to helping golfers of all levels master the game through expert guidance on technique, strategy and mental discipline. With a passion for teaching both indoors and outdoors with years of experience, he creates a fun and interactive learning environment that fosters growth and development.
Bryan Rusin
Owner, General Manager
Bryan played college golf at the University of Illinois. He then taught high school all around the world for almost 20 years before becoming an owner and the general manager of Optimum Golf. Bryan competes as an amateur in Colorado Golf Association events and has competed in amateur events throughout the world. He has personally seen his own golf game dramatically improve through embracing the data and feedback that indoor simulators give and knows how valuable indoor practice can be.
Chris Thayer
Owner, Player
Chris Thayer is a lifelong competitive amateur golfer with over 30 years of success at every level—Junior, College, Mid-Am, and now Mid-Master. Currently ranked in the top 20 worldwide for golfers aged 40–54, he brings his playing experience, finance background, and problem-solving skills to Optimum Golf. Chris uses modern golf statistics, course strategy, and fitness to accelerate progress, believing that "what gets measured gets done" is the foundation for improvement at all levels.

