Little gem of a course at Balboa Park. This is the oldest muni course in San Diego at nearly 100…read moreyears old and the clubhouse is a San Diego City Historic Landmark. The moment you step into the clubhouse you realize the vast history of the location. For example, some parts are in need of major repair, but there are also nearly 100 years of player trophies and accomplishments on display in a large lobby time has not touched (nor cleaners, painters, renovators...but I digress). Don't miss the unbeatable hilltop views out the back of hole 1 and hole 18 side-by-side with the cityscape in the background. The same view can be seen from the restrooms, giving this place the best view from the loo award. I played the regulation 18 (they also have a nine hole executive course). The course was in good to very good condition. It's a fun, unique track and there are some very narrow holes, but fair enough because they are shorter. Accuracy off the tee is favored over length on most of the holes. There are also a few challenging elevation changes, but not many blind approach shots, which I don't think anyone enjoys. It's a fun track that keeps you on your toes. Many holes are lined by canyons so errant shots on those will be lost. Another unique aspect is that Balboa Park sits under the landing path of the airport. I tried to catch an airplane in my photos and it was pretty easy to in most all of them. Pace of play was fine at 4.5 hours on a weekday afternoon. Staff was friendly, but they deal with a lot of people so I could see how things could go sideways as some reviews have mentioned. Just exercise the golden rule. If you play golf and live in San Diego, I say this is a must play at least once. I'll be back again when I'm in the right mood.

I really like the layout of this course however the pace of play is horrible. Took us 3 hours only…read morefor the front 9 holes..on one of the par 3, we were behind by 2.5 x foursome behind and waited for over 30 mins before teeing off. Not sure if it is overbooked or just attracting golfers that are over 30 handicap with T shirt and shorts in to play. Other than that the course is in a good condition and have a. Green is a bit punched out . Very nice view of the city. Parking is limited too . I would recommend if you want fast pace, play between 6-7am tee time. After that is just back up . The staff are very friendly just wish there is a Marshall to help pacing people's pace. Pro shop is clean and organized. Range looks good and they do have a putting and chipping area . Good to decent condition.

After 4 sessions with Tyler I improved about 10-15 strokes. Been golfing for 10 months now and was…read moreshooting around 110's. When I talked to him before my first session my goals were simple, not lose as many balls and get rid of the slice. Can confirm I was able to improve on both aspects of my game quickly. I was able to break 100 now and that's with only iron lessons. Will look to get some driver & chipping lessons in the future! The price is steep but it's felt like a great investment so far!

It pains me so much to leave this review…read more Extremely disappointed by how a battery assault incident was handled by the Torrey Pines supervisor Jack. Torrey Pines has been my favorite golf course in San Diego. As a San Diego resident, I could not be more disappointed by what happened today and, especially, by how the situation was handled by the Torrey Pines supervisor, Jack. During my round, another player became involved in a heated disagreement with us. The situation escalated, and he physically assaulted me with his putter, forcefully striking me in the chest. I did not retaliate. I left the situation and called 911 to report that I had been assaulted. Police responded, along with emergency personnel, and documented the incident. The responding officer provided me with a police report number and told me that I was being treated as the victim of a misdemeanor assault and battery. Afterward, I went to the pro shop because I wanted to understand what action the course would take regarding the other player. I was not asking for anything unreasonable. I simply wanted to know whether the player would be removed from the course after a physical assault had been reported. Unfortunately, my experience with the supervisor, Jack, was extremely disappointing. I initially spoke with him at the pro shop, and he told me that the course had not yet made a decision and that he would get back to me. I later called the pro shop twice to follow up (1 got through) because I had not heard anything. I was simply trying to understand what action, if any, the course was taking regarding the other player. Instead of addressing that question, Jack told me that I was being "pushy" and accused me of "harassing" him. He also brought up the number of police officers and emergency personnel who had responded, as though that was something I had requested or controlled. I had simply called 911 to report that I had been assaulted by a single individual ; I had no control over how the police or emergency services chose to respond. The conversation ultimately ended with Jack telling me that he did not want to "deal with this anymore" and hanging up the phone on me. I understand that there may be conflicting accounts of an incident and that management may need to follow a process before making a decision. I also understand that the course may not be able to disclose every detail of its decision-making process. What I found deeply disappointing was the lack of support and the way I felt my concerns were dismissed after I had reported being physically assaulted. I've attached a screenshot showing my two calls to the pro shop, made simply to follow up on what decision the course had made regarding the other player. For doing so, I was accused of "harassing" the supervisor. Torrey Pines is a City of San Diego municipal golf course, and I expected a much more professional and supportive response from the management of a public facility. This is especially disappointing because Torrey Pines was previously my favorite course in San Diego. After this experience, I no longer feel comfortable returning.

I would not recommend staying at this place. I paid for my room at the time of booking, but when I…read morechecked in, I was charged almost $1,200 again as if I had been charged twice. Because of this mistake, I was told it would take another 3-5 business days to get my money back. As an apology, they offered to comp my breakfast and gave me four free drink tickets. However, when I checked my bank account, I noticed I was charged an additional $200 plus other unexpected charges. I also specifically requested a room with a great ocean view. The front desk assured me I would have an amazing view, but instead, I ended up looking at someone else's window and bushes. This was very disappointing and not what was promised. I called and spoke with someone who said they would look into it and call me back, but it has now been a month and I still have not heard anything. The lack of communication, inaccurate room expectations, and poor customer service have been extremely disappointing. This experience alone is enough that I would not return.

Jason makes golf uncomplicated. He can analyze your swing, pinpoint problem areas and provide…read morerelatively simple fixes. Great guy to work with! Margie Glover

As a raw beginner who had never played a round of golf and also as a female, I was nervous to take…read morelessons starting from absolute zero. But Coach Jason made me feel comfortable from day 1. Been taking lessons with him for about 8 months now. He has been patient, positive, and keeps me moving forward in my game. In a situation where sometimes a coach needs to physically adjust your stance or body position, I would also feel safe recommending Jason to any of my lady friends. A cool thing about Coach Jason is that he is also great with kids- he has been coaching my 8 year old who is not interested in sports at all. Jason shows a LOT of patience and keeps it for fun for my boy. It's been a wonderful experience.

Brian had one hour available on the day my wife and I, both seniors, were passing through, so we…read moreshared the hour. When it was my turn I asked for help with my short game and he gave me the basics to work on. But... he said let's see your full swing so I hit a couple of 7-iron shots. He said I was leaving a lot of power on the table and showed me how to utilize my wrists better. After the lesson I hit 15-20 balls and it finally clicked. The next day I went out on the course and hit my 7-iron consistently 10% further than I did 25 years ago. All of my clubs hit 20-25% further the next day on the course. He showed me how to feel the swing in 2 minutes with one of his props and it changed my game for years to come. Initially I told him I was losing distance because of my age but he showed me that age can be compensated with technique. Thanks Brian.

The facility is a dog but Brian is a gem. Don't let the place stop you from getting great advice…read morewith a fun guy

Highly recommend this academy for golfers at any level! Kim and Julie are incredibly dedicated and…read moreknowledgeable, and they provide personalized instruction that really makes a difference--all at a great value. Kim especially stands out for going the extra mile to make sure everyone walks away with clear, practical tools to improve their game. While the accommodations are at a casino and fairly standard, you'll spend most of your time enjoying the outstanding practice facilities and courses at Singing Hills. With both 9-hole and 18-hole options, the layout is fun, challenging, and perfect for learning. Overall, an excellent experience and a great investment in your golf game.

I attended the Women's Golf Academy as a brand new golfer, never swung a club. I learned So Much,…read moreand it was so much fun! This academy is for Every level of golfer. I was the only new golfer in our group. They limit the size of the group so every golfer can get exactly what they need. Two months later I took the academy again and learned even more. I will take this academy once or twice a year, to continue improving my game. Julie and Kim are amazing! Kim analyzes your full swing with video reviews, and Julie is the sand expert! You will improve every aspect of your game. I promise you will love this three day golf boot camp.

Dave Patchin Golf…read more Dave Patchin is an instructor that helps you find positive results on the golf course. Dave tailors your instruction whether you choose to have feedback individually or in a group. He has the ability to quickly assess why your stroke is raising your score. Dave's teaching style is understandable, practical and intuitive. In a group, he is able to determine the specific skills you need to address. His instruction is not one size fits all. Dave is able to assess what I need to work on while the student next to me is working on an entirely different skill that is unique to them. I always look forward to taking lessons with Dave. It's great to see how all the individuals in our group have progressed. When you practice what Dave teaches, you experience results! Adrienne M.

Fantastic golf coach, I highly recommend him. Dave has an easy going demeanor that combines great…read moretechnical instruction with a fun atmosphere. I've been taking lessons with Dave for several years. My regular lessons allow me to continue to improve my golf skills while getting great exercise. His lesson prices are affordable and fit my budget. This has made it easy to maintain ongoing instruction and continue to improve my game.

Brett is one of the best teachers my son has ever had. My son is 7 and was interested in golf but…read moredidn't know the fundamentals. Brett starts with the proper grip,he says without that being correct you cannot have a proper swing. He makes it fun with no pressure on kids to make it mundane. He specializes in Junior Golf and has taught at many of the top courses around San Diego including Torrey Pines and La Costa. If you are looking to get your kids into golf, or you yourself have always wanted to play but were afraid, Brett is the man for you. He is also very reasonable as normally private lessons are upwards of $80 an hour for someone of his caliber. My son is now playing Executive courses and hitting from the women's red tees, not the kids tees. Here's his #858 254-5659- call now as he books up fast!