Top 9 Golf Coaches in Houston: Pricing and Locations
Houston's golf coaching scene covers a lot of ground, both in geography and teaching style. Lessons from the nine most-booked coaches on TeachMe.To range from $71 to $135 per session, with every coach rated 4.9 or 5.0. You'll find tour pros, D1 athletes, tech-forward instructors, and coaches who specialize in the mental side of the game. Hermann Park and Memorial Park show up most often as teaching venues, but coverage extends outward to The Woodlands, Lake Conroe, and Greatwood. The goal of this guide is simple: help you find the right coaching fit based on your budget, location, and what you actually want to work on.
How This Ranking Was Built
Coaches are ranked by completed lesson volume on TeachMe.To. The coach with the most lessons taught sits at number one. Lesson volume reflects sustained demand over time, including repeat bookings, which tells you something about whether students keep coming back. That said, the coach with the most lessons isn't automatically the best fit for you. Ratings, pricing, venue locations, and coaching background all factor into finding the right match. Use the ranking as a starting point, not a verdict.
Quick Comparison Table
The Top 9 Golf Coaches in Houston
1. Gary Harrison Ducros
302 lessons | $85/lesson | 4.9 rating
Venues: East River 9 Golf Course, Hermann Park Golf Course
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Before picking up a teaching certification, Gary Harrison Ducros spent years as a professional caddy and decades as a corporate attorney. That combination shows up in how he runs a lesson: methodical, organized, with video markup of each student's swing so you have visual reference points to work from between sessions. He's USGTF Certified and a single-digit handicap player.
2. Randy Fink
298 lessons | $78/lesson | 4.9 rating
Venues: Sharpstown Park Golf Course, East River 9 Golf Course, Hermann Park Golf Course
A +2.0 handicap and four years of collegiate golf on scholarship at Texas Tech put Randy Fink's competitive credentials near the top of this list. At $78 per lesson, he's also one of the most affordable options on it.
3. Portland Rosen
263 lessons | $135/lesson | 4.9 rating
Venues: Hermann Park Golf Course, Gus Wortham Park Golf Course, Memorial Park Golf Course
Few local coaches have a playing resume like this one: four-year letterman at the University of Virginia, three NCAA Championship qualifications, full status on the Symetra Tour, a Florida Women's Open title, and a Silver Medal at the Israel Maccabiah Games. At $135 per lesson, Portland Rosen's rate is the highest on this list, and her credentials explain why.
4. Steven Tang
246 lessons | $89/lesson | 4.9 rating
Venues: Hermann Park Golf Course, East River 9 Golf Course, Clear Creek Golf Club
If you want numbers attached to your feedback, Steven Tang brings a swing analyzer and launch monitor to every lesson. He's been coaching for 17 years, holds a First Tee Certification, and is a Regional Champion. He teaches in both English and Mandarin, which makes him one of the few coaches in Houston accessible to the city's Mandarin-speaking golf community.
5. Niraj Kataria
228 lessons | $92/lesson | 4.9 rating
Venues: Hermann Park Golf Course, Memorial Park Golf Course, Wildcat Golf Club
Most coaches on this list grew up with the game. Niraj Kataria didn't pick up a club until he was 37. In the 26 years since, he's reached single-digit handicap territory and won the Connecticut Amateur Tour. That late start shapes everything about his coaching, and adults who feel self-conscious about learning later in life often connect with someone who walked that exact path.
6. Jensen Chen
207 lessons | $85/lesson | 5.0 rating
Venues: Sharpstown Park Golf Course, The Club at Falcon Point, Memorial Park Golf Course
Twenty years of studying swing mechanics led Jensen Chen somewhere unexpected: into psychology, physiology, and Taichi/meditation as teaching tools. His work has been featured in Golf Digest. He holds certifications from US Kids Golf and the Positive Coaching Alliance, is a Regional Champion, and carries a perfect 5.0 rating across 207 lessons.
7. Mitch Duffy
147 lessons | $113/lesson | 4.9 rating
Venues: Golf World, The Golf Club at Margaritaville Lake Resort (Lake Conroe), Hermann Park Golf Course
The coaching lineage here is worth noting: Mitch Duffy was mentored by Lee Milligan, the coach behind two-time U.S. Open winner Andy North. A D1 athlete himself, Duffy runs Top Tracer technology in every session for real-time shot data. His venues stretch from inner Houston to Lake Conroe, making him a practical option for golfers north of the city.
8. Derek Binsted
97 lessons | $85/lesson | 5.0 rating
Venues: Red Wolf Golf Resort, Tour 18 Golf, PGA Tour Superstore (Woodlands)
Short game problems are where most recreational golfers bleed strokes, and that's exactly where Derek Binsted focuses. Trained in the UK with a specialty in ball flight control, he's a college golfer who has played alongside numerous professionals. Students frequently note his patience and how quickly he spots technique issues. His venues are concentrated in The Woodlands, filling a geographic gap that most coaches on this list don't cover.
9. EJ Chapa
45 lessons | $71/lesson | 5.0 rating
Venues: River Pointe Golf Club, Marti Golf Center, Greatwood Golf Club
At $71 per lesson, EJ Chapa is the most affordable coach on this list. He's a PGA Associate and College Coach with four years of focused work on swing mechanics, course strategy, and overall game development. His Fort Bend County venues (River Pointe, Greatwood) serve golfers on Houston's southwest side who'd rather not drive into the city center for a lesson.
Golf Lesson Venues Covered Across Houston
Hermann Park Golf Course is the most frequently listed venue, appearing in the profiles of six coaches (Ducros, Fink, Rosen, Tang, Kataria, and Duffy). It's centrally located and a natural starting point for many students.
Memorial Park Golf Course is covered by Rosen, Kataria, and Chen, offering another inner-city option.
East River 9 Golf Course shows up across Ducros, Fink, and Tang, giving students in that corridor multiple coaching choices at a single venue.
Sharpstown Park Golf Course is shared by Fink and Chen.
For golfers outside the 610 Loop, several coaches reach into suburban and outer-metro locations: Wildcat Golf Club, Clear Creek Golf Club, The Club at Falcon Point, Margaritaville Lake Resort (Lake Conroe), Red Wolf Golf Resort, Tour 18, PGA Tour Superstore in The Woodlands, River Pointe Golf Club, Marti Golf Center, and Greatwood Golf Club.
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Which Houston Golf Coach Is Right for You?
On a budget: Randy Fink ($78/lesson) and EJ Chapa ($71/lesson) are the two most affordable options, both with strong ratings.
Want tour-level instruction: Portland Rosen's Symetra Tour status, NCAA Championship qualifications, and professional playing career set her apart.
Prefer data and tech feedback: Steven Tang uses a swing analyzer and launch monitor; Mitch Duffy runs Top Tracer in every session.
Need bilingual coaching (English/Mandarin): Steven Tang teaches in both languages.
Starting golf later in life: Niraj Kataria didn't pick up a club until 37 and builds his coaching around that experience.
Struggling with your short game: Derek Binsted specializes in pitching and chipping, with training rooted in ball flight control.
Interested in the mental side: Jensen Chen blends psychology, physiology, and Taichi/meditation principles into swing instruction.
Coming from a competitive background: Randy Fink (D1, +2.0 handicap) and Mitch Duffy (D1, trained under Andy North's coach) both understand high-level competitive play.
FAQ
How much do golf lessons cost in Houston?
Prices among the coaches in this guide range from $71 to $135 per lesson on TeachMe.To
Most fall between $78 and $113
Pricing reflects factors like coaching credentials, playing background, and venue
How are these coaches ranked?
By completed lesson volume on TeachMe.To
Higher lesson counts indicate sustained student demand and repeat bookings
Ratings, background, and pricing offer additional context but don't determine rank position
Which Houston golf coach is best for beginners?
All nine coaches work with students across skill levels
EJ Chapa and Gary Harrison Ducros both center their instruction on fundamentals and swing development
Niraj Kataria's own late-start journey makes him a natural fit for adult beginners
Where do most Houston golf coaches teach?
Hermann Park Golf Course is the most common venue across this group
Memorial Park and East River 9 each appear in multiple coach profiles
Coaches like Derek Binsted, Mitch Duffy, and EJ Chapa cover areas farther out, including The Woodlands, Lake Conroe, and Greatwood
What should I look for in a golf coach?
Match coaching style to your specific goals (competitive play, short game improvement, fundamentals, mental approach)
Factor in venue location relative to where you live or work
Review each coach's lesson volume, ratings, and credentials before booking
Is Portland Rosen the most expensive coach on this list?
Yes, at $135 per lesson
Her pricing reflects a playing career that includes Symetra Tour full status, three NCAA Championship appearances, and a Florida Women's Open title
For the most affordable rates, Randy Fink ($78) and EJ Chapa ($71) are the two lowest-priced options
Can I get a free first lesson?
TeachMe.To offers a free first lesson for new students
All nine coaches on this list are available through TeachMe.To