Brian Velazquez

Bio

L. Brian Velasquez is a North Georgia–based golf performance coach and Founder of Empower Golf Performance North Georgia, with over a decade of experience developing junior and high school athletes. He got his start as a high school baseball coach in the early 2000s, building a strong foundation in athlete development and coaching that continues to influence his work today.

A proud United States Marine Corps veteran and Gulf War combat veteran, he brings discipline, leadership, and resilience into every aspect of his coaching and mentorship.

As a Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Level 1 Certified professional, along with Junior Level 2, Power Level 2, and Golf Level 2 certifications, Coach Velasquez utilizes a comprehensive, data-driven performance model. His approach integrates biomechanics, movement screening, launch monitor data, and structured athletic development to optimize each athlete’s potential.

He specializes in building efficient swing mechanics, increasing clubhead speed, and developing competitive consistency. His programs are designed to guide athletes through every phase of development—laying the foundation at the youth level, elevating performance through high school, and preparing them for collegiate opportunities and sustained competitive success.

By combining technical instruction, physical development, and performance strategy, Coach Velasquez equips athletes with the tools and confidence needed to compete at a high level and continue progressing beyond the game.