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Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Sleeping Giant CourseGolf Venue in Hamden, CT

5.0(106 coach reviews)
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1 coach•From $83 per lesson
Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Sleeping Giant Course - Golf venue⛳Hamden, CT

Outdoor golf course in Hamden

Course
9.0 holes
Par 35.0
Setting
Outdoor
open-air
Hours
Daily 7AM - 7PM

1 golf coach at Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Sleeping Giant Course

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Nicholas DeFilippo profile
About Nicholas

Hi, I'm Nicholas. I studied golf course management at Uconn. After graduating, I worked at several top-notch country clubs in New England, initially in Assistant Superintendent capacity and later as an Assistant Pro. This experience gave me a deep understanding of all aspects of golf. Sharing my skills and knowledge with my students is something I'm truly passionate about. I'm excited to help every new student as much as possible. Let's improve your game together!

What students say...

"Nick noticed my ball contact and we are working on it and Jen I hit the ball correctly I get the most distance I’ve had in a long time

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Nicholas
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Nicholas

Bio: Hi, I'm Nicholas. I studied golf course management at Uconn. After graduating, I worked at several top-notch country clubs in New England, initially in Assistant Superintendent capacity and later as an Assistant Pro. This experience gave me a deep understanding of all aspects of golf. Sharing my skills and knowledge with my students is something I'm truly passionate about. I'm excited to help every new student as much as possible. Let's improve your game together!
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💰$83 for weekly lessons
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About Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Sleeping Giant Course

The 9-hole "Sleeping Giant" course at the Sleeping Giant Golf Course facility in Hamden , Connecticut features 2671 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 35. The course rating is 32.7 and it has a slope rating of 99. The estimated green fees for 9 holes is $36. Sleeping Giant Golf Course Golf Club has an onsite driving range with 3 practice tees. Designed by Ralph Barton, the Sleeping Giant golf course opened in 1924.

Amenities
  • Outdoor facility
Hours
Monday7AM – 7PM
Tuesday7AM – 7PM
Wednesday7AM – 7PM
Thursday7AM – 7PM
Friday7AM – 7PM
Saturday7AM – 7PM

Where you'll play

3931 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT, 06518-1519

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Lessons at Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Sleeping Giant Course, explained

Lessons at Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Sleeping Giant Course start at $83 per lesson. The exact price depends on the coach, the session length, and whether you book solo or split a group lesson with friends — and your first lesson is always free.

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Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Sleeping Giant Course - Golf venue⛳Hamden, CT
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Reviews for coaches at Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Sleeping Giant Course

5.0(106 coach reviews)
Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
Getting back to using my driver and trying a hybrid for the first time was quite helpful, especially focusing on my fundamentals like staying focused during the lesson. Though I still need to tweak a few things, it’s pretty good to see some progress. Nicholas’s straightforward tips made adjusting to new clubs less overwhelming and felt quite practical. Still, I think a bit more consistency with the basics would boost my confidence even further. Anyway, if you’re looking to fine-tune your golf with someone who keeps it real, you might want to give him a try.
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David I.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
I'm quite pleased with how Nicholas has been guiding my golf lesson, especially since we're continuing to focus on correcting bad habits. Though I need to stay consistent, the lesson highlighted how important the swing path is for my driver, which I'm hopeful will lead to noticeable results soon. Still, I feel like I’m getting a clearer sense of my overall game, and I appreciate the patience he offers as I work on refining specific aspects. If you're aiming to improve your game with a steady, measured approach, it might be worth trying Nicholas.
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
Honestly, I’ve started to feel more confident with the hybrid and woods, though there’s still some room to refine my swing and really lock in that consistency. It’s good to see steady progress, especially in getting comfortable with the different clubs. Nick’s approach helps me focus without overwhelming me, even if I still stumble occasionally. Still, I think I’ll keep working on what we’ve started so far. It feels like I’m heading in the right direction. If you’re thinking about improving your game, you might find this lesson worthwhile.
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
I'm quite pleased with how my progress is going with Nicholas, especially on my hybrid club. I feel more comfortable and confident during each lesson, though I still need to get back to working on hitting the irons. His approach makes it all feel pretty straightforward, and the lesson really reinforced what I already knew about my swing. I'm hopeful I can keep building on this and maybe improve my consistency in other parts of my game as well. Anyway, definitely a lesson worth trying if you're looking for steady, practical guidance.
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
Getting another lesson with Nicholas really pushed my confidence, especially with how he emphasizes understanding my swing. Though I’m still working on my chip shots and putting, I’m quite optimistic about refining those parts of my game. His coaching speaks to his ability to help me build on what I’ve learned, which is pretty helpful. Still, I hope future lessons cover more short game techniques, but I trust Nicholas to guide me there. If you're looking for a measured, straightforward approach, it might be worth trying him out.
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
I'm pretty satisfied with how the lesson unfolded. We kept working on my fundamentals, especially my iron shots which are getting more consistent. Though I still see some room to fine-tune those points, I’m quite happy with the progress so far. Still, I think sticking with this focus should bring even better results. If you're after a steady, thoughtful approach that keeps improving your game, Nicholas is worth considering.
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Asmit S.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
A standout moment was Nicholas’s patience and skillful teaching style, which made the lesson easy to follow and enjoyable. His clear guidance helped me feel more confident in my swing. If you’re looking to improve your golf game with a thoughtful instructor, Nicholas’s lessons are definitely worth trying out. You’ll leave feeling motivated and ready to play better. ⛳️
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David I.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
The lesson was quite helpful in honing in on the technical aspects of my golf swing, especially for driving with better accuracy, though I still plan to focus more on my driver. Honestly, it felt like a solid step forward, and I think with continued work, I can see real progress. You might want to try Nicholas if you're interested in that kind of precise feedback.
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
Nick has been really attentive to my fundamentals, especially with drive and iron shots, which has helped me stay focused. Still, I think maintaining that emphasis on fundamentals will be key for ongoing improvement. I’d suggest sticking with that approach. If you’re looking for steady guidance that’s not overly enthusiastic, he’s someone to consider.
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
Oh, I guess I found Nicholas's lesson quite helpful. Learning about chipping and putting made a real difference, especially when I saw improvements on the course. Still, I think keeping consistent with my practice is the key to future progress. If you're after a coach who genuinely helps you see tangible results, I’d suggest giving Nicholas a try.
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Tom C.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 21•Verified ✓
I loved seeing improvement in my golf game while feeling comfortable and having fun with Nicholas. He’s easy to talk to and makes learning enjoyable. The second lesson was just as informative and laid-back as the first. If you’re looking to improve and enjoy your time on the course, I’d definitely recommend trying his lessons. 🏌️‍♂️🙂
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Asmit S.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
I was excited to discover how much my tight grip was affecting my swing and how Nicholas helped me fix it. The progress I made in just one session gave me new confidence. If you want to improve your golf game and understand your swing better, I definitely recommend trying Nicholas’s lessons. A great experience overall! ⛳️
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
This lesson was quite satisfying, especially working on my 4 and 5 irons, which I appreciate because it really helps develop different parts of my game. Though I know I still have progress to make, I’m eager to see how Nick continues to guide me forward, and I think trying another lesson would be a sensible step.
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
Hey, I appreciated how using the virtual golf course and different clubs really made the lesson feel like actual play, I’d like to see more real-life situations incorporated on the course in future sessions with Nicholas.. my lessons are fun working with Nicholas and look forward to our next time on the range
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
Nicholas's lesson really helped me see steady progress with my irons, and I appreciated how he focused on practical adjustments, though I still hope to continue improving in the future. If you’re maybe looking for someone who can assist with refining your technique, it might be worth giving Nicholas a try.
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David I.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
Honestly, the focus on detailed technical corrections really helped me improve my dispersion with irons and drivers. Though I still need to work on refining my fundamentals, I’m optimistic about making further progress. If you're after precise guidance, Nicholas is definitely worth trying.
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Nick J.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
What I found most helpful was getting the fundamentals of my swing down with almost immediate improvement. Nicholas was very patient throughout the lesson, which made a big difference. If you want to work on your golf game and build solid basics, his lessons are definitely worth trying.
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Kays C.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
I loved how Nicholas gave tailored advice based on where my swing was at instead of vague tips. The feedback was clear and practical, making the lesson easy and enjoyable. If you’re looking to improve your game with guidance that really fits your style, Nicholas is great.
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
I really enjoyed how Nicholas helped improve my swing, especially with the 9-iron. My technique feels much better now, and I’m excited about continuing to develop my skills. If you want to see real progress in your game, his lessons are definitely worth trying.
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David I.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
That lesson opened with a clear focus on ball position for long irons and face control, which instantly sharpened my feel, then I’m eager to work on fairway woods and hybrids to tighten dispersion, so I’ll keep practicing and book again soon.
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Timothy R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
My 15 year old son struggled to hit the ball off the ground, but by the end, he was hitting them high and far with much more consistency. He has played sports his entire life and said this was the best single coaching experience he’s had.
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Rachael F.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
Nick was so helpful- as someone with no golf experience I felt so much better after a few lessons! Nick does so well breaking down the mechanics and giving correction and encouragement- in just a few lessons my game has improved so much!
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
I'm actually pretty happy with the lesson since Nick keeps me on task and makes sure I focus on my fundamentals. Still, I think I just need to keep practicing to maintain my progress and enjoy the game more as he has helped me do so far.
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
Working with Nicholas, I found great value in his guidance on my posture and how to hit the ball properly. He also showed me how many practice shots to take and the right way to do them. A great experience overall! 🙂 thank you!
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David I.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
That lesson focused on precise mechanics tweaks, and I immediately felt steadier control, especially with irons. Wow, continued focus on each iron will sharpen things further, and I’m eager to keep advancing with Nicholas.
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Tom T.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
I loved how Nicholas used trial and error to help me find feels that really resonated throughout the lesson. It made the experience very personalized and effective. Had me hitting a nice high draw by the end of lesson 1
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
That lesson opened with real momentum, and I left impressed by how to drive more consistently. A solid pivot toward progressing my swing, and I’m keen to continue with Nicholas’s guidance, yep, exciting momentum.
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David I.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
Oh, I’d say Nicholas’s lesson on working on form error correction was quite helpful. Still, I believe continued focus on the form itself will help me see real progress over time.
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Suvy R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Nicholas knows how to teach—great at explaining, showing, and making learning fun. You can tell he loves what he does by the way he teaches!
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Chris D.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Nick noticed my ball contact and we are working on it and Jen I hit the ball correctly I get the most distance I’ve had in a long time
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
Nice start today, and the lesson gave me clear cues to push my Driver progress forward, still progressing with my Driver swing,
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Derek Y.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
I’ve leaned a lot just from one session. He made it so simple to understand and I could see the improvement right away
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Peter W.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Nick gave me great clear direction in all aspects of my lesson and was very pleasant to work with.
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Colin C.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
Awesome time with Nicholas! He had great insights, excited to continue learning from him!
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Michael C.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
I can’t believe how far he’s gotten me in just two lessons highly recommend him.
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Kays C.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
great feedback and all around great guy to work with. super knowledgeable
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Dominic D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•Verified ✓
Drive shots and making good consistent contact with the ball
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Ali A.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Great instruction. Looking forward to the next ones
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Ray M.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Great coach, great tips and works with your game
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Jack F.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Incredible experience
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Cody B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
Great teacher
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Rebecca W.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 21•Verified ✓
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