About Us
Creating a Supportive Community
Creating a Supportive Community Through Warrior Golf Academy
Warrior Golf Academy (WGA) is a faith-driven initiative dedicated to empowering veterans, first responders, and individuals in need through the game of golf. As three military veterans, Jonathan Sessa, Bill Poirier, and Ross McKendrick, we understand the challenges that come with transition, isolation, and finding renewed purpose. Our academy is built to restore, equip, and empower those who have served by providing career training, mentorship, and a community of faith and support.
Golf is more than just a game, it is a therapeutic tool that fosters healing, growth, and camaraderie. Many veterans face challenges such as PTSD, depression, and the struggle to reconnect with civilian life. Through personalized training in caddying, golf operations, and course maintenance, WGA creates pathways for professional opportunities while ensuring participants experience the peace and purpose that come from faith, fellowship, and renewed confidence.
At Warrior Golf Academy, we are committed to transforming lives, not just by developing golf skills, but by providing a strong foundation in faith, personal growth, and leadership. Every lesson, every swing, and every moment spent on the course is an opportunity to build something greater than ourselves.
We invite you to walk this journey with us. Whether you are a veteran seeking community, a golf professional wanting to get involved, or a supporter looking to make a difference, WGA is here to serve, uplift, and empower, one swing at a time.
Feel free to reach out if you are interested in Caddie Lessons, Caddie Services, or lessons.
Strokes N Drivers 115 NW 6th St
Fort Lauderdale, 33311
🏌️♂️ Proud Partner Location
Warrior Golf Academy is honored to partner with Strokes N Drivers as our official indoor training facility in Fort Lauderdale. This premier space allows us to deliver year-round instruction, host veteran-focused clinics, and build community—all under one roof.
Together, we're Driving change!
Meet the Leadership Team
Jonathan Sessa | Founder and CEO, Warrior Golf Academy
Jonathan Sessa is a dedicated PGA Coach, military veteran, and the founder of Warrior Golf Academy (WGA). His mission is to empower veterans, first responders, and individuals in need through the game of golf, providing them with training, career pathways, and a faith-driven, supportive community.
After serving in the military, Jonathan discovered golf as a tool for healing, growth, and renewed purpose. Recognizing its profound impact on mental, physical, and emotional well-being, he pursued multiple golf certifications, including adaptive golf, caddying, and golf management, and is currently working toward his PGA Teaching Professional certification. His expertise enables him to design accessible programs that instill confidence, skill, and career readiness in the game of golf.
Jonathan is committed to mentorship, faith, and community-building. Through WGA, he provides free training, structured wellness programs, and professional development to help veterans and first responders successfully transition into the golf industry.
He believes that golf is more than just a sport, it is a pathway to healing, leadership, and transformation. Whether through personalized instruction, caddie training, or faith-based wellness initiatives, Jonathan ensures that those who have served are supported both on and off the course.
Under his leadership, Warrior Golf Academy bridges the gap between military service and civilian life, offering hope, opportunity, and purpose, one swing at a time.
Bill Poirier | Board of Directors – Warrior Golf Academy
Bill Poirier is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, PGA Associate, and President of Golf From the Heart. As a faith-driven mentor and co-founder of Players Outreach Ministry, Bill integrates golf instruction with spiritual growth to build purpose-filled communities.
At Warrior Golf Academy, he brings decades of leadership, discipleship, and service to help veterans and first responders find healing, connection, and opportunity through the game of golf.
David Sapp | Board of Directors – Warrior Golf Academy
David Sapp is a retired executive with over 40 years of leadership experience spanning Corporate America (GE – 21 years), Private Equity, and global consulting at Korn Ferry International. He brings a strong foundation in business strategy, organizational development, and executive mentoring.
A proud son of a 101st Airborne veteran, David was born at Fort Campbell, embracing a lifelong respect for military service. Though not a veteran himself, he is committed to learning, supporting, and serving those who served.
Ross McKendrick | Board of Directors – Warrior Golf Academy
Ross McKendrick is a Navy Seabee veteran originally from Albury, New South Wales, Australia, now serving as a full-time PGA Coach in the U.S. With a passion for helping others excel, Ross specializes in both adaptive golf instruction and performance coaching for players chasing sub-70 rounds.
His military discipline and coaching expertise make him a powerful force in growing the game with purpose and precision.
Preferred Contact Method : Call or Text at 754.234.7677
Michael Kainatsky | Advisory Council – Warrior Golf Academy
Michael Kainatsky is an immigrant, a mentor, and a seasoned executive whose path to leadership was paved through resilience. From overcoming early adversity to building and scaling companies across industries, his story reflects a deep understanding of what it means to lead with purpose.
Michael has spent the past 20+ years developing sales organizations, sitting in C-suites, and guiding companies through high-growth challenges. He has helped teams navigate complex transitions, hiring roadmaps, and organizational pivots, always with a focus on people first.
His philosophy is simple:
You don’t need to be the smartest in the room—you just need to know how to listen.
Michael is proof that kindness, grit, and experience still matter. His guidance helps Warrior Golf Academy stay focused on sustainable growth, smart strategy, and what matters most—serving others through community, opportunity, and impact.
Preferred Contact Method : email at michael@houseofbricks.io
Current Partnerships
Standing Together to Empower Our Heroes
At Warrior Golf Academy (WGA), we are proud to stand alongside our partners in making a lasting impact on the lives of veterans and first responders. Through the power of faith, golf, and community, we provide the resources, training, and support they need to heal, grow, and thrive.
Together, we are more than a golf academy, we are a mission-driven movement dedicated to honoring and empowering those who have served.
Join us in celebrating our heroes and ensuring no veteran or first responder is left behind.
🏌️♂️ One swing at a time. One life at a time. 💙
SportsBox AI
Sportsbox AI is changing the game with cutting-edge AI-powered technology, bringing 3D Motion Analysis and Kinematic AI straight to your phone or tablet.
With just a mobile device, golfers can capture, measure, and analyze their swing in 3D, receiving real-time corrective feedback to improve faster than ever—without the need for expensive motion capture systems.
FootJoy
FootJoy is an iconic golf brand with more than 100 years of excellence and leadership positions in every major market around the world. The brand has been trusted by all of the greatest professional golfers in the world and has been featured at every tournament on the PGA Tour since 1945, because of a singular dedication to the game and relentless commitment to performance innovation, style, comfort, quality and service.
It’s a commitment that is reflected in every product we make and is appreciated by passionate golfers the world over.
Pins and Aces
We’re excited to partner with Pins & Aces, a family-owned brand that’s transforming the golfing experience. Since 2018, they’ve crafted stylish, high-quality golf products, from headcovers to ball markers, with a focus on exceptional craftsmanship and design.
Pins & Aces shares our passion for golf, quality, and community. Their dedication to both style and performance makes them a perfect fit for Warrior Golf Academy as we support veterans and first responders through the game.
Explore their collection and elevate your game with Pins & Aces! 🏌️♂️🇺🇸
True Linkswear
TRUE linkswear was founded with a simple mission: to revolutionize golf footwear by prioritizing comfort, performance, and a connection to the game. Designed by golfers, for golfers, TRUE crafts shoes that let you walk the course naturally—no gimmicks, just pure feel. With a focus on sustainability, versatility, and style, TRUE is redefining what it means to move freely on and off the course.
Shanks Golf Apparel
Born out of a love/hate relationship with golf, Shanks Golf was founded by three best friends who discovered the game during the pandemic and realized something was missing—golf apparel that actually works for women. Their mission? To create stylish, comfortable, and empowering golf wear for women of all ages, sizes, and backgrounds.
100FORE22
100FORE22, a 501(c)(3) organization, leads the charge with their extraordinary golf marathons, playing 100+ holes in a single day, to raise awareness and vital funds for veterans and first responders. These efforts align seamlessly with Warrior Golf Academy’s commitment to fostering healing, community, and opportunity through golf.
Combat Connect
Are you prepared for the civilian workforce? Are you struggling with life? Combat Connect is a faith-based charitable organization serving those that have sacrificed in service (military and emergency responders) by connecting with resources and opportunities to be set up to succeed following their service. They focus on a holistic approach that is client centered. Combat Connect provides free one-on-one coaching in advocacy, personal development, career enhancement, and financial education.
Why Partner with WGA?
✅ Make a Real Impact
Your partnership directly supports veterans and first responders, helping them find healing, purpose, and career opportunities in the golf industry.
✅ High-Visibility Branding & Marketing
We provide strategic branding opportunities at events, on apparel, and across social media platforms with 100,000+ weekly impressions.
✅ Exclusive Networking & Event Access
Gain access to our private golf events, tournaments, and networking opportunities with industry leaders, influencers, and corporate sponsors.
✅ Support a Rapidly Growing Movement
Adaptive golf and veteran therapy programs are growing nationwide. Align your brand with innovation, inclusivity, and community impact.
Ways to Partner with WGA
🎯 Corporate Sponsorships
Sponsor WGA programs, tournaments, and training initiatives with branding on apparel, caddie bibs, and event materials.
🏌️♂️ Host WGA at Your Course
Give back by offering tee times, practice space, or event hosting to support our mission.
🔧 Product & Equipment Donations
Help us provide golf clubs, training aids, apparel, and adaptive equipment to veterans and first responders.
🎙 Media & Awareness Partnerships
Collaborate on content creation, storytelling, and public speaking engagements to raise awareness about the power of golf therapy.
🤝 Fundraising & Grant Partnerships
Align with us to raise funds and secure grants that directly impact those we serve.
Donations
Support WGA – Even Off the Course
Can't make it to the course? You can still make an impact.
Together, We Change Lives
Your donation helps us provide veterans and first responders with free golf training, career pathways, and a supportive community, using the game as a tool for healing, connection, and purpose.
By partnering with Warrior Golf Academy, you help create a stronger, more inclusive golf community where those who served can thrive on and off the course.
🔹 Sponsor a Veteran's Journey
🔹 Fund Training & Career Development
🔹 Provide Access to Adaptive Golf Programs
For more details or to confirm your sponsorship, please contact us [HERE].
Let’s honor those who served by ensuring no veteran is left behind.
Every Contribution Helps
Transforming Lives Through Golf & Faith – At No Cost to Veterans
At Warrior Golf Academy (WGA), we are dedicated to providing veterans and first responders with world-class training, career opportunities, and a strong faith-driven community, 100% free of charge.
Our comprehensive programs include:
✔️ Personalized Golf Instruction (valued at $150+ per hour with PGA-certified coaches)
✔️ Caddie & Golf Operations Training (opening doors to careers in the golf industry)
✔️ Adaptive Golf & Mental Wellness Support (fostering physical and emotional healing)
✔️ FAITH-Based Training for Wellness (guiding veterans toward spiritual strength, resilience, and purpose)
These programs would typically cost thousands per participant, but thanks to the generosity of our donors and partners, we ensure every veteran receives these life-changing opportunities at no cost.
Your support directly impacts the lives of those who have served. By donating, sponsoring, or partnering with WGA, you help veterans build confidence, skills, faith, and careers—ensuring they thrive both on and off the course.
💙 Join us in making a difference. Together, we empower those who served.
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