Naixin Li
About
Naixin (Sophia) Li founded So Golf Academy in 2017. The academy has now become a leading facility with approx. 5,000 square feet and over 4,000 students in the GTA. So Golf Academy provides lessons 7 days a week at its facility in Markham. There are 5 golf simulators, training equipment, fitness area, club repairs dept and practice putting green. Currently Sophia oversees 8 coaches at the academy providing golf lessons and coaching from beginners to elite level golfers.
Sophia is the recipient of PGA of Ontario Junior Leader of the Year award and Professional Development award in 2024. She is also a committee member of PGA of Ontario Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Group. In 2020 & 2021, she was the finalist of PGA of Canada Warren Crosbie Community Leader of the Year Award.
Sophia is also a TPI Level 3 certified teaching professional, U.S. Kids certified coach, SAM certified Putting Instructor as well as a certified fitter by Mitchell Golf. Sophia made a great contribution to the widespread popularity of golf and provided a communication and learning platform for the community and golf enthusiasts. The things she has done and the passion that she holds for golf has made a positive impact on the community.