Long Beach, New York

Since joining Chelsea Piers Golf Academy in 2003, Allan has been chosen Teaching Professional of the Year for 8 consecutive years. In 2005, Allan was selected Chelsea Piers Coach of the Year. Other honors include being selected as one of Golf Range Magazine's Top 50 Golf Instructors in America in 2008.

Allan is widely known for helping golfers of all abilities – from beginners to several local club champions – to improve all aspects of their game. He became a Teaching Professional in 1993, and has studied with some of the top instructors in the sport including David Leadbetter, Mitchell Spearman, Peter Croker and Lynn Blake. Recently, he has worked extensively with Harold Swash and Geoff Mangum on the short game.

Allan transitioned to golf after a successful career on Wall Street. He holds advanced degrees from New York and Fordham Universities. In addition to being an accomplished instructor, Allan has been involved in other areas of the golf business, having owned a driving range and a golf course. Allan was a regular contributor on the Golf Show with Mike Missanelli, heard on ESPN1050AM (New York), and also has appeared on ESPN97.5FM (Philadelphia), Fox Business News and NBC/Universal television.