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.

I have been following GolfBallin on Instagram for about 8 years. It was time to get new irons and…read morethis is where I decided to do that. I drove an hour away from Dixon to check it out. Brandon was very knowledgeable and hella cool through the process. It's a sick golf shop with all kinds of accessories you've never seen. Ended up getting new irons, new shirt and he regripped my putter. Very happy with the experience. If I lived closer, I'd be a member. The outdoor simulators and putting/chipping green were awesome. You have to check this place out. It's worth the drive.

We just moved to Oakley and I was looking for a golf shop to change the grip on my putter. Yelp…read moredirected me to this shop which was just a mile from my house. I was impressed the moment I walked into this place. I was able to meet Brandon, the owner. He also replaced my old grip with the new one. It didn't take him long to replace it. I checked the place and I was amazed by the size of the putting green and the indoor simulator bays. This one looks like a golf man cave and every golfer will enjoy the activities they offer. The shop has a lot to offer for all levels. If you live around Oakley or Brentwood, you don't have to drive far to get your golf accessories, such as golf balls, bags, and gloves. I think they sell golf carts too. For a minimum monthly fee, you have unlimited use of their facilities and also a discounted price on their equipment. If you need golf equipment or services, you have to check the Golfballin

I'm very pleased with NorCal Golf Academy in Walnut Creek. A few months ago, I started golfing…read moreagain with friends. It's such a difficult game but can be so rewarding. I tried a couple of places for lessons. Then, I tried NorCal. In a short 3 months, my game is improving!! Lulu Huang is my instructor and she's top-notch! She's an expert, patient and professional which I appreciate. I highly recommend NorCal Golf Academy whether it be for extensive coaching or to improve your game. Thank you!

I have been playing golf 1.5 years before I maxed out at a 24hcp. That is when I went seeking out…read morethe best golf coach the bay area has to offer and decided to commit to Tom for 12 months (24 lessons). I am almost 4 months in (7 lessons total) and am currently sitting at a 18hcp. We joked that's about 1 stroke per lesson! Hopefully I can update down the line with my final numbers. I chose NCGA because of the tech. It's so much easier when you can work on something technical and see the improvements in the data. I am driving from San Francisco so you know it has to be worth it for the commute. So far so good!

Kevin is a great instructor. He helped me improve immediately. I am very new to golf, and was…read moreswinging on top of the ball quite a bit. I was frustrated with hitting little dribbler shots. I don't seem to have that problem too much since training with Kevin. He helped me pick out new irons, my old set I bought off Craigslist and was missing clubs. The drills, the set-up, the swing are all improving my game. Looking forward to learning as much as I can through his instruction.

Awesome lounge area for a reservation with the boys. Lessons capture your swing making stroke…read morecorrection a smoother process with that visual aid.

beautiful golf course although the cart girl refused my id because it's out of state even though…read moreI'm of age. very frustrating.

Good chilaquiles, but not enough to bring me back for brunch…read more We came back after nearly a decade, and while the new chilaquiles station caught my eye, the overall experience was just okay. We took a gamble, did a walk-in, and it paid off. We got seated right away on the patio. No complaints, beautiful scenery and the weather was perfect! The chilaquiles with salsa verde and over easy eggs from the omelet station were yummy and definitely the highlight. The mimosas were a nice addition, I wasn't sure if they were still included. The prime rib, shrimp, and French toast were great. But the Eggs Benedict were tough to cut, the salmon was dry, and dessert was basically gone an hour before closing. They eventually brought out brownies and bread pudding after another guest complained, but... really? I guess you can say I expected more consistency and better execution. I'm not a buffet girl to begin with, so this didn't make my return list. I might come back to try the regular menu though.

I started lessons with Ian less than a year ago and he has completely transformed my game. I could…read morebarely swing a driver and had no real foundation -- in under 9 months, I broke 100 for the first time. The progress has been real. Ian has a sharp eye for mechanics and breaks everything down in a way that actually sticks -- starting from the ground up with grip, then building into swing path, ball position, and tempo. He gives you a clear roadmap and builds on it lesson by lesson. I practice a few times a week and take monthly lessons with him, and every session I walk away with something concrete to work on. What sets Ian apart is that he's not just technically excellent -- he's also a great communicator who's genuinely invested in his students' progress. You can tell he loves what he does. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced golfer looking to sharpen your game, I can't recommend Ian enough. He's the real deal.

Used to be a 10-minute drive; now it's an hour, but worth every second. You completely rebuilt my…read moreswing a year ago, and although it "deflated" after you moved, you revived it. I'm hitting my driver 40 yards farther at 110 mph now! My only issue? Relearning how far every club actually goes with this wider arc. You're a legend!

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.

When I decided to play golf my husband said I needed to get professional lessons. I called Lance…read moreand set an appointment to get started. Lance is very patient and makes learning enjoyable, he is so knowledgeable and focused on you as a student to learn every aspect of the proper way to golf. I have gone back to Lance for refresher lessons and my game has improved so much since going to Lance. Call Lance to get started or to get some tips, you won't be disappointed

Polite, knowledgeable and at reasonable price. Always willing to take his time to show you proper…read moreform.

Did a lesson with Josh and two small fixes to my swing helped with my slice immensely. He explained…read morethe numbers in a way you can understand. I can take those tips and work on them this spring to continue improving my game. I will definitely be back

Great place! My son keeps asking to visit, and his golf game significantly improved not only…read morebecause of the equipment but also because of the training provided by Larry.

Long time overdo. Russell is different, but in the most positive way. Although Russell has the…read moretechnical knowledge to break down your golf swing from start to finish, he specializes in explaining the golf swing in the easiest way possible. Russell has the ability to teach using ideas rather than terms, thus eliminately multiple swing thoughts at the moment of impact. Russell emphasizes swing thoughts, as "the driver head must beat the hands at the finish line" and "once your thumbs are up, start the downswing." Russell's words of wisdom have helped lower my scores but more importantly, made golf more enjoyable, as I have to think much less lol. Aside from his golf knowledge, Russell has always been professional, well dressed (G/Fore), prompt, and always knows how to make people laugh when needed. Best of all is his pup, Crisco!

I waited to write this review until I finish my lessons with Russell A.K.A Master Shifu (inside…read morejoke). Definitely won't be the last for sure. I had ZERO experience in golf. But I'm very grateful that I met Russell as my instructor. He made my experience so much enjoyable. Now that I'm getting into golfing and learning it. It's so fun! The outcome is always different every single swing, the movement. Literally everything. I looked forward to coming and learning more for my best potential. Russell always brings out the best during my lesson. *Always remember, PGA! (POSTURE, GRIP, ALIGNMENT)*. Every sports have its own fundamental skills and without knowing the basics, it's impossible to learn a new sports. He's definitely aware of this so he won't BS nothing! He starts off teaching the fundamental skills of golf, moves onto the next and so on and on. He has a book by John Jacob and he showed me how things are supposed to look like and that helped a lot for someone like me who's a tactile-visual learner. By the second lesson, I started to see the difference of my posture/swings right away. I never expected to learn this fast. He's super interactive and will point out the "mistakes" that I'm doing right away. My weakness was not be able to have my club DOWN or it was late. I GOTTA GO DOWN!! (you'll understand this once you start learning from him). I always have that in back of my mind to keep it down. I stopped thinking or focusing too much on the wrist, head, feet, backswings, things surrounding you because it makes it really difficult to have your own swing so now I just focus my eyes on the ball and do what he told me to do! Very happy with the results and where I'm at now. I'll definitely get more lessons from master shifu in his dojo! Thank you for making it so fun!!