I enjoy golf, now! My husband suggested I take Jim Marta's…read moreThursday Morning Ladies Class. I showed up, went to the driving range, met Jim and the other ladies, and started hitting balls. I thought I was hopeless, but Jim had me make a change, hit a few, make another adjustment, hit a few. Gave me some practice points. I looked forward to coming back. Jim has a great way of explaining everything involved in a swing, and takes video to demonstrate body and club position, Thank you, Jim!swing Whether your a beginner, like me, or a die hard with a swing glitch, see Jim!

I was totally happy with my lesson from Jim Marta. His simple approach help me immensely. I highly…read morerecommend him I'm going to be taking another lesson soon.

I think in every city,there are things they are known for or things that are just iconic about the…read morecity and are truly spots you must visit in order to fully get a true picture of the soul of that city. In Sacramento when one brings up the golfing scene,the true mecca of golf in Sacramento begins and ends with Haggin Oaks Golf complex and Driving Range. In this review I wanna talk specifically about the driving range. My history with this range goes back pretty far,all the way back to 1996 when I moved to Sacramento from the Bay Area and didn't know a soul-so after work,especially on weekends with not much to do,I spent many a Friday and Saturday nights at the Haggin Oaks Driving Range working tirelessly on trying to perfect this game that is truly impossible to perfect. Over the years many things have changed at this range but a lot of very important things have remained the same,including a quality practice facility with well maintained mats and tees,along with quality balls to use when practicing at this location. Some of my favorite things today that they have that for sure didn't exist back in the 90s is the Top Tracer displays available at every practice stall which provides you with endless options for however you want to practice-be it golf games or serious data tracking to evaluate how far and straight you're hitting the golf ball. This facility is extremely popular,I would say it's the most popular range in Sacramento-if you come here on any random Friday or Saturday,no matter the hours,I guarantee this place will be packed,though there are so many practice stalls available,a spot will open up pretty quickly. Another thing I love about this spot is the ability to try out clubs in the pro shop before you buy them for free-you just go into the pro shop and find a club you want to try,then register with the pro shop guy and then just take the club out to the range for a quick practice session before deciding on purchasing the golf club. Haggin Oaks also has both a food truck on the premises and a bar stand where one can buy various alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy while working on your craft. Personally I've never bought any food from the truck but I do see people rave about the quality of their food offerings. This facility also has 3 separate putting greens one can use to practice their putting game-along with a separate area one can use to work on their chipping skills for free. I will admit this place isn't the cheapest place in the area to practice when it comes to the price of the balls,but I would say their prices are competitive with most golf courses and when you include the quality of this facility,I would say Haggin Oaks is unmatched. 25 balls cost around $6,while a large bucket of 100 balls run around $22. In closing-if the idea of trying out this game I love so much has ever crossed your mind and you want to come to a family friendly,skill friendly,wallet friendly environment-Haggin Oaks is your spot. Come on out and try this beautiful game of ours called golf.

I want to start by saying that Haggin Oaks Golf Course and its facilities are fantastic. The…read moregrounds, range, and overall experience of being at the course are excellent. I truly enjoy being there. However, the quality and professionalism of some of the golf instruction staff need serious attention. I've participated in multiple group classes and had experiences with at least three older male instructors. While I respect their years of experience and knowledge of the game, the teaching environment has often felt outdated and, at times, inappropriate. There have been repeated "good old boys" style jokes, dismissive comments, and remarks directed toward women that felt unnecessary and unprofessional. One instructor, Don Pottle, even told several of us that he would "cut off our hands" if we held the club the wrong way again. While I understand that this may have been intended as humor, comments like that create an uncomfortable and intimidating learning environment -- especially for newer golfers. Golf is evolving. The culture of the sport is becoming more inclusive, welcoming, and diverse. Instruction should reflect that shift. Many new players -- especially women and younger golfers -- are looking for knowledgeable coaches who can teach effectively without relying on outdated humor or intimidation tactics. Haggin Oaks has an opportunity to lead in this area. Expanding the instructional staff to include more women and younger instructors, or investing in professional development around inclusive coaching, would make a significant difference. The facilities are great. The teaching culture just needs to catch up with the times.

Always a great time playing a quick round at Emerald Lakes! This is the closest course to me so I…read morecome here pretty often, and yet each round is a fun challenge. They change the tee boxes often so it feels a little new each time. The greens aren't level so it's by no means an easy course, but well maintained and super friendly staff. In the last year or so, they've made a ton of improvements - new seating and Trackmans on the range, updated range ball dispenser, updated pro shop. It's super nice to see them putting in love and care into the facility! Love having such a nice course so close to home :)

I'll be honest the first time I played here I was just starting to play and lost so many balls in…read morethe water. Pretty discouraging and humbling. But now that I've been playing longer, I really appreciate the challenge. The course is well maintained and the staff is friendly. I like the variety of holes the course offers and it's different than the other local 9 hole courses like Bing, Land Park and Bradshaw.

Had 5 o'clock tee time and walked…read more What was I thinking? After 4 holes I was dying. Think of those movies where someone is in the dessert and seeing things. Looked on Safari it is 95 degrees. I decided to call it quits and started stumbling back to clubhouse. At about the 7th hole while kicking myself in the butt for not having common sense Eva stopped and offered me a cup of ice. I bought a beer and went on my way. At that point in time Eva was a lifesaver. Make her the boss of something. Customer Service Rate one million.

I had the honor of attending a coworker's wedding at Bartley Cavanaugh this past Saturday. The…read morelocation was beautiful with nice views of the golf course. There was a tent set up with chandeliers that really made everything look so elegant and classy especially as the sun went down. The staff were friendly and did a great job keeping the guests fed during the cocktail hour. They were hustling around the entire evening as well. Food was decent - the chicken was dry, but overall, we enjoyed the food! My family and I aren't golfers so not sure when we'd be back, but if you are, it is definitely a course worth checking out!

Bing Maloney is a very nice 9 hole walking course. It's…read moregreat for beginner golfers The grass is kept short so it's easy to maneuver through There are a few sand pits, not too deep like some other courses. Great deals after 3pm Monday-Friday Give this place a try if you're just starting out. The driving range looks nice, I haven't tried it yet

What a great golf course with amazing views at the driving range. They're up late during the summer…read morehours and even at 730pm it was packed and the place to be. The prices are decent 100 balls for $21, normal pricing. There is food and drinks across the parking lot.

One of my lifelong passions is golf-from the moment I picked up a club when I was 17 years old,I…read moreknew an obsession was being born.Along the way,I've had good highs and good lows,like the time I quit the sport for 10 years because I played a round so terrible at the Ridge in Auburn,I lost 18 balls in one round,but that being said I always come back.Im the kind of guy who will go to the driving range 10 times between actually playing a round,practice makes perfect or whatever they say,so I decided I would write a few reviews of some of my favorite driving ranges-I'm starting my series with one driving range that I probably frequent the most or 2nd most,it's one convenient to my home-I'm talking about Leader Golf on El Centro Road in Natomas. Right off the bat-you got to know this place is not fancy-this is the kind of place the serves that golfer who is just beginning-the kind of person who maybe has thought about golf and wants to give it a shot-this is where they head.This driving range is truly a no judgement zone,so many beginners,so many people there who this may be the 1st time they ever held a golf club-I love that about this place,you never know who your going to see here,it can be someone like me who has been playing golf for over 30 years or literally a kid or teenager or woman's group or older person who has never touched a club before-your going to see all types of people,every age,every skill level and it's great. This place has zero dress code-not that all golf course do but some places you can really standout if u show up in gym shorts and a tank top-but not here-anything goes and nobody will give u a 2nd look if u have no clue what your doing. The place has a few cool features that I enjoy-it has a putting area so you can go out there and work on your putting at zero cost.It has a very good short game area where one can work on their short game but it does cost $7 an hour to get access to that area. This place does have ample parking so that should never be a problem,there is a pro shop on premises as well-Inside your able to buy range tokens which you use to get range balls to use on the range.Prices range from $7 for a small bucket(40 balls) to $24 for a "Leader" bucket which is 200 balls.What I do is buy the Leader bucket for $24 and they give you 5 tokens for 40 balls each and then I spread out their usage over multiple visits since 40 balls is more than enough for a driving range session,which brings the cost down to under $5 a bucket-a very very good price for a small bucket. The pro shop also sells beers and sodas and snacks along with just about any other golf accessory you could possibly need from driving range tees to full on brand new golf sets-it's a decent shop-gets the job done. The gentleman who owns the range also works the shop-he is an amazingly kind man,he is a little rough around the edges when you first meet him but once you get to know him,he is the best-super helpful and chatty-he is truly an asset to this location. Overall what I will say about this place is this-if you have ever had the idea that maybe you have an interest in golf and want to go to a judgement free spot where you can try it out-this is your place.If you want a no frills spot to go and work on your game-this is your place.If you want a spot you and your friends can meet and chill and maybe throw back a beer or two while doing something somewhat active-this is your place.So do yourself a favor and head on out to Leader Golf and give this amazing game a chance-it just might start a lifelong obsession-see ya out there. Driving Range Ratings Cost 10.0/10 Rating Fancy Facilities Rating 6.5/10 Range Ball Quality Rating 7.0/10 Tee Availability Rating 0.0/10 Stall Availability Rating 10.0/10 Friendliness Rating(New Golfers) 9.5/10 Short Game Area Rating 5.5/10

First time playing here. There's a shop with some golf items for sale. I got a glove there for $15…read more The guy working there was nice and helpful. You also buy the tokens for the golf balls inside the shop then proceed to getting your ball from the machine (it's self service). Just choose a bay which no one is using. The only downside is if it's hot and the sun's up, the chairs are not covered.

Ok so the hubby has been coming her for a awhile and I had not made an appearance so o came to…read moresupport and have a Monday night date. Yippee. I did some warm up shots and then I was the official putter. Thank God he understands heheh. In my defense I have played courses with him before 18 holes is just a lot. But that's teamwork and we making the dream work!! So back to this place, it's pretty cool. There is one big room with a. Door and looks like a little more private experience and then there are two side by side bays around the corner. You can many many course from around the world or some original Courses. There are also some games. We didn't play those this time but maybe next time. He says the booking is pretty easy you do it online and then they send you a code to get in. The only thing missing is a water station. If the owner sees this please consider a water station with still and bubbly water. Hehe. Some splashes of fruit would be nice too!! Last but not least maybe some instrumental background music. Not too loud but just enough to catch it here and there. Oh. Wait one more thing. I saw two groups bring the kiddos. It's a great place to teach your little ones. As I don't know many golf courses that allow the kids??

Brand new facility that offers state of the art TrackMan technology. The facility is modern, clean,…read morehas two open bays/one private bay, two restrooms, AC, and is open 24/7! The owner, Charles, is super nice and is very helpful. I booked a free trial and knew right then and there that this was the place for me. This is the best monthly subscription membership I have ever signed up for. I will be booking with PGA coach Elliott Paylor soon to fine-tune my swings. So far, the feedback from the TrackMan technology is proving its worth and quality with insanely accurate stats, video swing playback, video club impact, and more detailed information. I love my unlimited hours privilege and I look forward to coming often.

I've taken group lessons from Dick twice and I really saw a difference in my game especially with…read moremy driver. He really knows his stuff and can really help you improve your game. My son is going to call him for lessons soon.

I started taking lessons from Dick McShane through the Learning Exchange in late March, 2015 and…read morenobody can believe I've only been golfing for a little over a year. If you're looking to learn the basics, improve existing skills or just hit the range regularly get feedback and instruction, Dick McShane is definitely the way to go. He and his associates Jack and Cheech are truly amazing instructors. You'll hear them in your head when you're playing...and that's a good thing! Great group of people and he also hosts regular tournaments at local courses. You can sign up through the learning exchange for as series or Dick can do private lessons or group lessons. He can also help with club fitting.

Great coaches, great people great atmosphere love their facility very flexible hours. Their style…read moreof teaching Brazilian jujutsu is great.

I've been training Jiu-Jitsu for over 20 years and have been a black belt myself for more than a…read moredecade. In that time, I've trained all over the country and experienced a wide range of schools--but Waza BJJ stands out in every way. The owner, Derek Damano, is the real deal. He earned his black belt in 2006 from world champion Casio Werneck, and it shows in every class he teaches. On top of that, Derek is a Division 1 wrestler and has placed at multiple world-level international BJJ competitions. He's an elite athlete with an unparalleled depth of knowledge in grappling, both gi and no-gi, and one of the most well-rounded instructors you'll ever meet. Waza is home to a strong team of high-level black belts, and every assistant instructor brings their own flavor of excellence. The kids program is flourishing--the coaches are amazing, and the kids absolutely love being there. The environment is welcoming, structured, and fun. Beyond the instruction, the vibe at Waza is something special. Derek himself is probably one of the coolest guys in Jiu-Jitsu--laid-back, calm, funny, and just genuinely great to be around. He sets the tone for the entire academy. The facility is gorgeous--huge mat space, multiple bathrooms and changing areas, a clean waiting area for families, a kids' zone, and even a small cardio corner with machines for a quick workouts. Whether you're brand new to Jiu-Jitsu, looking for an amazing program for your kids, or already a black belt looking to sharpen your game, Waza BJJ is one of the best places you'll ever train. I personally love this place.

I came to Patrick as a total beginner and couldn't be happier with the progress. After several…read moresessions, I've gone from barely making contact to actually hitting consistent shots. He's incredibly patient and breaks down the fundamentals (grip, stance, swing) in a way that isn't overwhelming. If you're nervous about starting golf, go see Patrick. He makes the learning process a lot of fun.

Let's get the rates out of the way first. Your swing evaluation (first session) is going to be…read more$150. Then afterward, it's up to about $215/hr. You can get a better rate if you do a bigger package. Who is Patrick best for? In my opinion, Patrick will give the best bang for buck for someone who already has a gameable swing (scoring in the 80s to 100s), has decent body awareness, and is looking for an instructor who will notice the small details that are costing a player 5-10 strokes a round. Read the reviews already here and most of them are from people who have already been playing for some time. After a single lesson, I can already tell Patrick's attention to detail is superb. The day after my lesson (I generally have wavered between a high single digit and low double digit index), I shot +3 through 11 from the back tees. Getting to a 5 index this year seems realistic now. If you're completely new to golf, you can find cheaper instructors who will give you a basic understanding of the swing. They will generally all tell you the same thing, and it will likely take you some time to get your body used to the golf swing. Once you feel like you can make contact on 8/10 balls at the range on a consistent basis, or are scoring in about the 110s, then come in to Patrick to really mold your swing. For the love of God though, do not try to coach yourself through YouTube.