Eugene Claude Harmon Sr. (July 14, 1916 – July 23, 1989) was an American professional golfer and golf instructor. [1] Harmon was born in Savannah, Georgia. He spent much of his boyhood in Florida, in the Orlando area. A youthful prodigy, he qualified for …

Director of Instruction at Butch Harmon Floridian, Claude Harmon is in the vanguard of the new generation of golf teachers. Steeped in tradition both his grandfather, Claude Harmon, and father Claude “Butch” Harmon Jr., have been the dominant teachers of their generation.

Throw in his three uncles – Dick, Billy and Craig – who coached or caddied on the PGA Tour, and you can understand why the Harmon name is so revered in golfing circles.

Eugene Claude Harmon Sr. was a true patriarch for the Harmon family. After having spent much of his boyhood in the Orlando area, he eventually went on to become a golf instructor at Winged Foot Golf Club in New York and, during the winters, at Seminole Golf Club, Florida.

Jan 5, 2019 · Eugene Claude Harmon Sr. today is best-known as the patriarch of the Harmon family of golf instructors: His four sons - Claude Harmon Jr., better known as Butch; Billy Harmon, Craig and Dick all became very highly regarded teachers, following in Dad's footsteps.

Claude Harmon was serving as the head professional at Winged Foot Golf Club when he became the last club professional to claim a major championship, winning the 1948 Masters...

Dec 6, 2012 · Claude Harmon III is running the show at the Butch Harmon Learning Center at the Floridian. But when he went to the Masters with his grandfather, Claude Harmon Sr., Harmon III started to get it. "He took me to the Champions locker room," recalled Harmon, aka CH3.

Claude Harmon was the head professional at Winged Foot GC and Seminole GC when he won The 1948 Masters Tournament. He was a semi-finalist three times in the PGA Championship (1945, 1948, and 1953). Claude Harmon also finished in third place at the 1959 U.S. Open, which was held at his home course at Winged Foot GC.

Jan 11, 2018 · Claude Harmon III on his famous family, famous pupils and the blank canvas that was Tiger Woods.

Dec 7, 2024 · For over 15 years, Claude Harmon III has been a leading figure in golf coaching, combining his rich family legacy with an innovative approach to player development. The American remains a world-renowned coach with a global reputation, with an influence that extends far beyond the driving range.