Top 45 coaches for Golf lessons near Lafayette, CA

Bio: I’ve been golfing for over 30 years and as I grew older I’ve learned to maximize what I have. I’m 5’6” and though I consider myself an athlete, I do believe a good swing can be achieved by good fundamentals and what I call positioning. By ingraining certain aspects of a swing, we can continue to improve by doing. I’m just a low-handicap golfer who want to teach average golfers good fundamentals as a takeaway, so you can start to improve on your own. I’m not a teaching professional, but I was a design instructor at an art school for over 17 years, I hope I can make improving your golf game fun.

Bio: As a certified golf instructor with over a decade of experience, I am passionate about helping golfers of all levels unlock their full potential and experience the joy of this amazing game. My teaching style blends proven techniques with a fun and encouraging approach, ensuring you'll learn valuable skills while having a great time on the course.

Bio: Division 1 college football player turning golf enthusiast! Hey there, I’m Coach Rob. Growing up in sports, I’ve always been driven be the lessons, challenges, and personal growth they bring—and I love passing those experiences on to others. What makes my coaching unique is that I’m a self-taught golfer. I know exactly what it feels like to learn from the ground up, which helps me connect with golfers of all levels and guide them through their own journey of becoming a better version of themselves. I’m passionate and both the mechanics of the swing and the deeper side of the game-the strategy, the mindset and the self-awareness it develops. My goal is to understand what you want to achieve, ensuring beginners grasp the fundamentals and advance players find real pathways to lowering their scores. Let’s build your confidence, sharpen your skills, and elevate your game together!

Bio: I am a single-digit handicap golfer who has been playing seriously through high school. I believe the physical side of golf only goes so far, and the real improvement comes from the mental game. Half the battle is hitting the shots, while the other half is knowing which shot to hit. I can help players improve with driving, irons, and wedges, and I have been trained by PGA championship winners as well as multiple D1 coaches. I am excited to help others improve and have a great time on the course. *I use a GC3 for more advanced data, but won’t bring it on the first lesson, and will use it only once I’m comfortable it will be a tool, and not a detriment to your game :) *Lesson fee covers lesson; balls/course fees paid by student onsite.

Bio: With two decades of experience as a PGA Member, I bring a wealth of expertise to the world of golf instruction. Renowned as a Master Instructor, I specialize in refining golf swings across all skill levels. Through tailored education programs, I empower golfers to reach their full potential on the course, embodying a lifelong commitment to the sport's mastery.

Bio: Hi, I’m Nicole Yang, and I’ve been passionate about golf for over 10 years. My journey took me from picking up the game as a beginner to competing as an NCAA athlete, where I gained not only technical skills but also a deep understanding of the mental side of the sport. Now, I’m excited to share what I’ve learned with others who are ready to start their own golf journey. My coaching focuses on building strong fundamentals, developing confidence, and making the game enjoyable from the very beginning. Whether you’ve never picked up a club before or you’re just looking for guidance on your swing and mindset, I’m here to help. Golf can be intimidating at first, but it doesn’t have to be! I’d love to help you get started.

Bio: Michael grew up in Cape Town, South Africa and started playing golf from a young age. He went to university in Georgia and after a decent college career turned pro and played the mini tours in Florida, then the Australian tour and South African Sunshine tour. After a couple of years as a playing professional, he went through the PGA training in the UK and became a teaching pro at Blackmoor GC in Southern England. Michael then took a job with well renown European Tour teacher, Jamie Gough at this golf school in Cape Town. Michael worked there for 3 years before moving to Europe and spending 8 years teaching in Germany and Switzerland before moving to America. Michael also spent time caddying/managing on the European Tour in the 2005, he has done 3 TPI classes through the Titleist Performance Institute as well as many other classes, courses to grow his knowledge. Michael enjoys teaching players of all skill levels from beginners to tour players. Michael still plays a lot of golf and you can find him tinkering with his swing or playing a variety of courses in his free time. He also loves to cook and explore the beauty of Northern California.

Bio: I am a highly skilled and certified professional specializing in the game of golf, and I am on the National Registry of Professional Golf Instructors. As an expert in my field, I am dedicated to helping players develop their game with a focus on comfortability, consistency, confidence, and contact. My teaching approach is tailored to each individual player's unique needs and goals, ensuring that they receive personalized attention throughout the learning process. With a passion for the sport and a commitment to excellence, I strive to bring out the best in my students and help them achieve their full potential on and off the course. Most recently I became the League Director for The Junior Tour powered by Under Armour. This is a sanctioned league nationwide for children ages 6-18.

Bio: ****NOTE: FOR EVERY ADULT SESSION, A SOLANO COUNTY JR RECEIVES A FREE SESSION**** For the past 20 years, I have been coaching and instructing many of the top golfers in Solano County. I firmly believe that "great players make great coaches." Here are some of my esteemed references: Aaron Beverly: Aaron has competed on the PGA, APGA, and Canadian Tours. During his time at Sac State, he broke numerous records and has won on the APGA Tour. He holds several course records, including a 59 at Rancho Murieta. Easton Hether: Currently a sophomore at Cal State East Bay, Easton has already secured first-place finishes in tournaments and was named the 2023 Conference Freshman of the Year. Anthony Del Dotto: A Class A PGA Professional and graduate of PGA/PGM New Mexico State, where he was a Jones Cup Champion. Mark Mills: Operations Manager at Jelly Belly. Mark improved from shooting over 100 to breaking 90 in just months through dedication to my 'Five Keys Method.' Although I now coach part-time, I have spent the past 20 years coaching and instructing for The City of Fairfield, Holy Spirit Middle School, and most recently, the Vacaville High Bulldogs. More than 10 of my students have gone on to play at the college level. But one of my proudest accomplishments is every junior player I have coached that went on to play in high school made their varsity squad as freshmen. Throughout these two decades, I have developed "The Five Keys" method of rapid learning. While I have specialized in instructing juniors with aspirations to play at the highest level, this method is designed for players who cannot dedicate hours each day to practice. The Five Keys Method focuses on accelerating progress without requiring extensive practice time. The Five Keys has consistently proven its effectiveness over the years, and I take great satisfaction in helping golfers achieve their personal goals, whatever they may be.

Bio: Thirty years as a player with multiple tournament wins on US West coast amateur events. I've played and practiced with professional players. Active tournament player monthly. Former club champion and multiple NCGA winners in 2021. Won NCGA event at Lake Merced, 2017 Troon Challenge, and 4-time qualifier of CourseCo annual event since 2013. Retired Navy and Cal grad. Let's hit the range!

Bio: Unlocking your full potential on the golf course is my passion! I've dedicated my coaching career to helping golfers of all levels improve their game, building confidence and fostering a love for the sport.

Bio: For three decades, I've had the privilege of refining swings and shaping golfers, drawing on my experience as a college coach. My passion lies in making the complex simple, helping you unlock your potential with proven techniques and a touch of humor along the way. Let's get you playing your best golf yet! Bob Wang brings over 30 years of coaching expertise to help golfers of all skill levels improve their game and reach their full potential. He is certified in advanced swing analysis technologies, including SportsBox AI 3D analytics software, V1 Sports pressure mat, and Hackmotion wearable sensor technology, allowing him to provide cutting-edge instruction that integrates data-driven insights. His personalized lessons are tailored to each student’s strengths and learning goals, focusing on building strong fundamentals, improving performance, and enhancing the overall golf experience. Fluent in both French and 中文, Bob welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and offers an inclusive learning environment. In addition to his teaching skills, Bob is a highly trained club fitting expert, having completed professional training at Golf Galaxy. He incorporates equipment optimization into his coaching, offering comprehensive swing evaluations with video and pressure mat analysis. An active 8-handicap golfer, Bob blends technical precision with practical experience to deliver dynamic, engaging instruction. Passionate about personal growth and lifelong learning, he has successfully guided hundreds of students to improvement and success. Bob is currently on staff at Golf Galaxy and Mariner Point Golf Center, where he continues to share his dedication to golf education. let me know if that looks good. just rewrote in 3rd person and highlighted skills / credentials

Bio: PGA Class "A" teaching professional with over 20 years of experience in golf instruction. As a US Kids Certified Coach and a recipient of awards from PGA and affiliated organizations, I'm dedicated to helping players of all levels improve their game. With a background in professional playing and extensive experience in course build-out and start-up, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my coaching. Beyond golf, I'm also trained as an improvisational actor, bringing creativity and adaptability to my teaching approach.

Bio: Josh, a Class A PGA Professional since 1995, has gained invaluable experience working at some of the world's top golf clubs in Australia, Asia, and Europe. With six years of competition on the Australasian, Asian, and South African PGA Tours, Josh now shares the knowledge gained from his touring career to benefit his students. His extensive background in both playing and teaching enables him to offer a unique perspective that helps golfers of all levels refine their skills and achieve their goals.

Bio: !!! HOLIDAY FLASH SALE 20% OFF !!! When over at Pebble Beach, I go by The Grounded Caddie #ELSinkO. I also sell golf clubs at Golf Galaxy during the off season. On top of being a life long golfer, my degree is in Biomedical Engineering so I have a deep sense of physics, anatomy, biomechanics & material science. During my undergrad, I played D-1 water polo and club soccer. Eventually, I shifted to CrossFit where I achieved the top 33% in the world my first time competing in the 2016 Open. From there, I found boxing as an outlet from the biotech startup world and was on track to compete at USA Master's level before COVID/SIP hit. Since I have started coaching, I've worked one season with Stratford Charter School as an assistant coach, gained a Confidence Coach certification as well as an esoteric Gene Keys Guide authorization. If any interest in additional Game Of LiFe (G.O.L.F ) Consultation work for alignment with your True Self, inquiries accepted. #KnowThyShot As such, I bring to you a unique, motivational mindset along with a full bag of training tips and drills to aid you, build you up, or dial you more into this beautiful game of golf. Heck, I can even fit you into new clubs and putters! I am here today because my grandfather survived Guadal Canal WW2 battle fighting as a Navy pilot. So my golf life started on the course they retired on up past Sacramento after he was a surgeon/GP in Los Gatos and a member of La Rinc. It was there I learned to swing free using his old persimmons. When I grew into my body as a teenager, I casually wacked it around NorCal hunting those big birds. It wasn't until I was working that I started playing weekly. My self-taught low round is 76 with 23 putts. Luckily, I also have 2 Hole-in-ones (Ko Olina #12*, TPC Stonebrae #13). My GHIN was down to a (10), but being a single parent with 2 young daughters has interrupted that at the moment. *Rental clubs 😎

Bio: Driven by a lifelong passion for golf, I've dedicated 24 years to refining my skills and sharing my expertise with aspiring golfers. My approach emphasizes fundamentals, tailored to individual needs, fostering both enjoyment and significant improvement.

Bio: Joby Ross is a PGA of America Class "A" member and has been a golf instructor for 25 years. He has worked and taught at Burlingame Country Club and Peninsula Golf and Country Club. Joby has been a golf instructor at Mariners Point since 1996. Joby was in charge of the Jim McLean Golf Academy at Mariners Point (Mariners Point Golf Academy) where he worked and trained under Jim McLean. Joby earned Jim McLean Master Instructor status. He has been voted a top 50 instructor in California by Golf Digest, and was also nominated for Teacher of the Year in the Northern California PGA section. Joby's teaching style is consistent with the Jim McLean system, following systematic guidelines and parameters for swing improvement. He believes every golfer is different and his instruction will always fit the student?s needs and goals. Video is included in all lessons. Joby has worked with all skill levels from the novice golfer to the tour professional and has had great success.

Bio: Fueling my enduring passion for the game, I bring 15 years of golf experience, including being a golf business owner. I specialize in beginner's golf lessons. My approach is using the science and art of golf with our indoor hi-tech golf simulator, combined with swing analysis data and time-tested techniques with personalized strategies. Together, let's unlock your golfing potential.

Bio: Fueled by a lifelong love for golf, I offer 10 years of coaching experience to elevate your game. I provide personalized guidance rooted in skill and passion, helping you achieve your golfing aspirations. Playing at a +1 handicap. I enjoy not just the range and practice green, but getting out and learning the game on the course is the best way to learn the game. I enjoy playing with students to help take their game to full potential. Confident in working with all ages and skill levels.

Bio: With 30 years on the green, I tailor golf instruction to each student's unique potential. My expertise fosters skill growth with personalized guidance and proven techniques, ensuring an engaging and effective learning journey. I am passionate about seeing my students thrive and enjoy the sport! As a PGA Professional I have worked with players of all ages and skill levels. Throughout my career, I have worked with youths, adults both men and women as well as seniors from The PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere), serving veterans and active -duty service members, including those with physical challenges. I currently utilizing the locations Crystal Springs Golf Course, Mariners Pointe Golf & Practice Center and My Awing Studio, GolfersBZ. Using during ranges along with indoor AI simulators.

Bio: Elevate Golf Academy is led by Gene, a Class "A" PGA Professional, a Golf Digest Best Teachers In California 2022-2023, winner of the NCPGA 2023 & 2021 Player Development Award and the NCPGA 2022 Youth Player Development Award. Gene was on the coaching staff for the UC Berkeley Men's Golf team from 2002-2016. Taking the lead on player development and skill analysis, Gene helped lead the Golden Bears to their first NCAA National Championship title in 2004. Gene also served as assistant coach for the UC Davis Men's Golf Team from 2000-2002, where he led the team to the number one ranked position in the Country for Division II Men's Golf. Gene has taken his coaching background and applied it to his teaching and coaching at Metropolitan Golf Links since 2004, and NorCal Golf Academy since 2016.

Bio: Justin has been immersed in golf since age 8, competing in junior and high school golf where he learned early on that skill, not just strength, can set a player apart. Focusing on a solid short game and mental resilience led him to pursue a Master’s Degree in Sport Psychology, deepening his understanding of the mental side of golf. Justin firmly believes that mental skills training is the key to unlocking a player's true potential, enabling them to play with greater confidence, focus, and composure under pressure. His coaching style integrates both technical instruction and mental training, guiding students of all levels to improve both on and off the course. Based in Walnut Creek with his wife, Michelle, and daughter, Jaylen, this Castro Valley native is dedicated to helping golfers of all abilities elevate their game through a balanced approach to both skill and mindset.

Bio: I bring three decades of golf expertise, from tour pro to coaching. I tailor instruction to help you reach your full potential, focusing on fundamentals and enjoyment. Let's elevate your game together!

Bio: I’ve had a passion for competitive golf from an early age, with achievements like winning the Peninsula Country Club Junior Championship in 1999 and holding records at Burlingame Country Club and Harding Park. I was ranked as the No. 1 player on a team with two future U.S. Open competitors and played for the UC Davis golf team in 2001 and 2002. I've trained with over 10 PGA professionals and attended the prestigious Jim McLean National Junior Summer Academy. With over three years of teaching junior golf, I love working with beginners and young players, while also running my own business, FORE Golf Towels.

Bio: For three decades, I've fostered a love for golf. I grew up playing the game mostly learning through feel and refined that "feel" through drills. I've played my way to become a plus handicap so I have a lot of knowledge that I can pass on to you and it will be a very relaxed teaching process. Golf is a game and it should be enjoyed, good shots and bad.

Bio: John DiViesti grew up in Upstate New York playing golf through high school and has more than 25 years of experience with the game. He has worked at the Pleasanton Golf Center for the past 15 years working with some of the best golf professionals in the bay area. Recently, in 2021 he entered the PGA PGM Associate program. He is the Assistant Golf Professional now at Pleasanton Golf Center. John is very passionate about the game of golf and his goal is to share what he has learned in all of his years of experience with all of his students. Jon has taught all levels of golfers from Junior golfers to professional golfers. Jon also is the Academy Golf Director at the Pleasanton Golf Center for the Operation 36 golf program. He is dedicated to the sport of golf and helping each one of his students become the best golfer that they can be.

Bio: I have been playing golf for over ten years at a high level. competing in a top 10 NCAA Division 1 golf program and also playing in two PGA tour events. I want to be able to share my knowledge and pursue a professional career.

Bio: Golf is more than just a game—it's a journey of precision, strategy, and personal growth. For the past three years, I've been guiding students to unlock their potential on the course. Let's work together to refine your swing, strategy, and love for this incredible sport.

Bio: Fueled by a lifelong love for the game, I bring over 4 decades of golf expertise to every lesson. As a former mini-tour competitor, I offer invaluable insights to elevate your game, tailored to your skill level. I help golfers achieve their personal best. I’ll cover every aspect of golf which will include the pre-swing fundamentals: grip, stance, body and ball positioning, spine angle, and alignment. We’ll build or adjust your full swing movement and positioning, make adjustments for unlevel lies, and develop the all important short game fundamentals. Welcome to Foundational Fundamental Golf! I look forward to helping you begin or continue the great adventure known as golf. I hope to meet you very soon!

Bio: Every journey begins with an assessment with your golf performance coach. In this first session, a TPI-certified coach assess your mobility, stability, strength, power, swing, and more. This assessment will allow your golf performance coach to determine the best ways to improve your game from a strength, conditioning, and golf perspective. Experienced golfer turned dedicated instructor with over a decade of playing experience. Passionate about sharing golf knowledge and helping players of all levels improve their game. Specializing in personalized coaching tailored to individual strengths and weaknesses. Ready to elevate your golfing journey?

Bio: Coach Lawson｜Find Your Swing, Play with Joy With 20+ years of experience in China and the U.S., Coach Lawson has trained junior champions in AJGA, IMG, and more. He’s known for making complex swings simple, helping students build confidence and enjoy steady progress. “Your swing is personal,” he says. “There’s no one-size-fits-all. Let’s find the rhythm that works for you.” Students love his calm, clear teaching style and the way he brings out their best on the course.

Bio: Matt has provided over 1,500 private lessons to golfers of all skill levels, demonstrating his extensive teaching experience. With over 15 years of competitive golf under his belt, he has also claimed victory in two NCPGA Professional Section Events. Matt's commitment to excellence in coaching and competitive play has earned him a respected position in the golf community.

Bio: Kevin Hyun is originally from Korea and has been teaching at the San Bruno Golf Center since 2010. He is an excellent player who is a five time Korean Amateur winner. As a teacher, he has been in the Bay Area since 2005. During that time, he has written articles for the Korean Weekly Magazine. He does not try to fit the student into one type of swing. Kevin teaches students to develop the most powerful swing for them. That way, they can repeat the same motion. He says “Many people try to copy someone else’s swing, instead of understanding their own.”

Bio: Hi, I’m Coach Hari! I have been coaching the Carlmont High School Varsity golf teams for the past 10 years, guiding players to multiple league championships. As a golf instructor for over 15 years, I’ve also had the privilege of coaching my daughter, who is currently playing Division I college golf on a full scholarship. With over 36 years of personal playing experience, I bring a deep understanding of the game to every lesson. Lessons are conducted at Swing Central GC, a dedicated studio equipped powered by Trackman, offering precise analysis and feedback for faster improvement. In addition to studio sessions, I also provide on-course playing lessons to help students apply their skills in real-world scenarios and improve their course management. I am passionate about helping students of all ages and abilities improve all aspects of their game and, most importantly, lower their golf scores. Areas I focus on include: Short Game Mastery (putting, chipping, pitching); Long Game Skills (ball striking, driving distance, and accuracy); Mental Performance (staying focused and confident); Course Management (strategy and decision-making); Green Reading (improving putt success); Most importantly, I strive to make golf fun and rewarding! Whether your goal is to shoot lower scores, gain more confidence on the course, or simply enjoy this wonderful game of a lifetime, I’m here to help you every step of the way.

Bio: Unlock your golfing potential with guidance from a seasoned professional. As a former tour pro with 35 years of experience, I offer tailored instruction to elevate your game. My passion lies in helping golfers of all levels achieve their goals while fostering a love for the sport.