Robert is originally from the Chicagoland area and after spending time on the east coast as a PGA professional in New England he has returned home and re-established himself on the North Shore. Robert began playing golf at a very young age and decided to take his love of golf and make it his career. After graduating from Millikin University, Robert earned his Class A PGA membership in 1992. Shortly thereafter, he was inducted into Millikin University's Hall of Fame.

Before creating the Robert Jan Golf Academy, Robert honed his skills within and around the golf industry. He now has branched off on his own; focusing on providing top notch instruction, club fitting, memorable corporate golf trips, logo-ed goods and apparel and his passion is passing the game on to others especially juniors.