Max had me hit balls with different clubs and shared basic form set up instructions and tips, which were helpful. Besides that this was rather disappointing. I didn't feel welcomed when I arrived or excited about golf by the time if left in any way. I didn't love being on camera the whole time, especially when the video was not really used for the coaching feedback. The whole experience could have been better with just some minor tweaks. Made me think I should just stick with YouTube to learn the game. Probably better for an intermediate or serious golfer with a mission to improve a specific aspect of their form. Disclaimer: this was a gift I received so I didn't really pick it or have a clear expectation of what the 80 mins would entail. read more

If you're serious about improving your golf game, look no further than Max and Swingworx Golf Performance. I grew up playing competitive golf in high school and college, but after years away from the game due to back issues, I found myself struggling with bad habits and an inconsistent swing. That's when I came across Max and decided to give Swingworx a shot. From the very first swing analysis session, I knew I was in the right place. Max is incredibly knowledgeable and not just about golf mechanics but also the physics behind the swing. He has a great way of breaking things down in a way that actually makes sense, helping you understand why something is or isn't working. His setup is top-tier: a private, well-equipped studio with cutting-edge technology, video analysis, and clear takeaways after every session. Max also sends over swing videos and key points to work on between sessions, which has been a game-changer for my progress. I'm only halfway through my package and already seeing a dramatic improvement in my ball striking and flight path. For the first time in years, I'm enjoying the game again and looking forward to playing with confidence. If you've ever considered lessons--whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player--this is the place. Max and Swingworx are the real deal. Highly recommend read more

As a relative beginner to the game of golf, I can't tell you how thankful I am to have signed up for lessons with Max early on in the process. He has helped me set a good foundation for my swing and improved my approach to the game. The video recaps have also been a great resource when hitting the range solo. I would absolutely recommend taking lessons with him! read more

When you start golfing in your 30s, you need a lot of help to become remotely decent at golf. I have taken a lot of lessons, from star instructors (Gankas, Porzak, Dahlquist etc) to random range guys. The star instructors are great, but the prices are steep... and no one can save you in one lesson. They also work with many high profile players, so they don't have time for you outside of your lesson. On the other end of the spectrum is the random range guys. The instruction can be questionable here. Some of them are decent, but the upsell is hard. You're their primary income source, so sometimes that clouds the focus. After lots of trial & error and money / time, I've finally found the perfect balance. Max offers the insights of those star instructors. He provides practical advice that helps quickly. He is also accessible and flexible in communicating "off the clock". He's also reasonably priced, because it takes learning and maintenance to play good golf. I am not compensated. He's not even giving me a discount to write this. He's just good and I appreciate what he's doing. Thanks Max! read more

Been working with Max for the past few months and he has completely transformed my swing and my golf game. He uses the best technology to analyze my swing and really breaks down the science of the changes he is making. He doesn't focus on quick gimmicks, but makes sure you have an optimal and repeatable swing over time. I found the videos he sends after each lesson with voice over really helpful between each of our practice sessions. The facility is top notch - has a trackman bay, putting green, and sand to practice on. read more

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Far exceeded my expectations... Max is NEXT LEVEL! I wanted to write a review about Max Allen because he has literally gone above and beyond to help support me in my golf game and journey. He has completely rebuilt my swing from grip, to set up, to take away, to position at the top, to angle of attack and club pathway including contact and finish. To summarize, I was a PGA apprentice over 30 years ago and stopped playing regularly because our sons got into baseball and my wife and I did everything we could to support them. I started coaching baseball and my wife libby handled the team mom and team party stuff. So I stopped for 25 years. This past August I took golf back up and found Max through a friend. I've had regular lessons since August and have improved from a 18 handicap bogey golfer to a 11.6 handicap and have broken 80 - 3 times in the last month. I continue to work with Max to improve and get to my short term goal of being a single digit handicapper and long term goal of being a scratch golfer. Max has the most advanced tools at his fingertips and the knowledge and on course experience to maximize the use of the Swingworx technology. Swingworx has an incredible indoor studio in Carlsbad, CA. The hitting bay is huge and roomy. Max has build a custom indoor chipping and putting area as well. As a student I feel very comfortable in his golf bay. It literally feels like you are outdoors. I have played on simulators in the past and have never felt comfortable in them. I always felt crowded and crunched for space and this causes me anxiety and tension in my hands. Max's set up is big league. He has cameras running at all times from two angles and vantage points. One from behind and one from the side. He has a large screen TV to use for review of video and analytics as well as the screen that it used to hit the golf balls into. The hitting screen is probably 15 feet X 15 feet. Max uses Trackman technology that literally tracks 100 percent of all of the critical metric points. Max doesn't guess about how to fix your golf swing. He uses facts and analytics that he draws from his top of the line analytic equipment. He pairs 2 angle cameras and his track man data sets to uncover issues and create plans to correct movements and pathways. Max uses science instead of feel and guesswork. He is a technician and his workplace is a lab! He's a pleasure to partner with if you are looking to improve your game. read more

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Had I met Max a few years earlier, he would have been the best man at my wedding. As an adult, I developed a passion for golf, but grew continuously frustrated with putting in so much work at the range with no results, consistency, or the confidence that what I was doing was "correct". Max cut the YouTube and Instagram influencer noise out of my head and clearly demonstrated the "correct" way to strike the golf ball and the sequence of steps to get there. His process is rooted in biomechanics (and not "feels"), which I greatly identify with. Max has all the necessary equipment (Trackman, etc.) and his video recaps at the end of each lesson are invaluable. My golf swing has improved by orders of magnitude, and I couldn't be more grateful. It's not about just finding a swing coach, but investing in the right swing coach who can help you master the physical and mental aspects of golf. No matter your skill level (beginner scratch), Max is the best in town. read more

I have been taking lessons from Max at Swingworx for about 2 years now, and he has been a tremendous help! Max totally understands the golf swing, is a great communicator, quickly identifies your swing flaws, and gives clear corrective guidance and drills. His technology is top-of-the-line with all the video angles and trackman data you would ever want. He also provides after-lesson videos that summarize each lesson and show what to work on and how (in case you don't remember or for future reference). I've tried other tech lesson companies and other instructors, but in contrast, Max is excellent at helping you improve YOUR swing with easy to understand instruction and drills. read more

I found Swingworx from Yelp and didn't really know what to expect. I have to say, I am thoroughly impressed. I was trying to get my daughter back into golf and she was getting frustrated, even though she was getting lessons every week and practicing. Her swing was really off and was the steepest I have ever seen. Max fixed her swing after only three weeks and she has progressed from a 36+ handicap to now a 20 handicap in only a few short months. She is picking things up super fast and I believe she will get to single digit by the summer as she picks up more short game tips and plays more rounds. Max has also helped me go from a 12 to a 7.6 index and I just signed up for more in hopes that I will get to a 2 by summer. Definitely possible if I practice more and play less. I highly recommend Swingworx for all levels as he really understands the biomechanics of the swing and how to teach. Just don't tell people you play with. It'll give away your secret sauce. read more

My fiancé signed me for a golf lesson with Max because I could benefit learning proper form : ) . Amazing difference already after my first class. I've signed up for more classes, after watching the video review of my session with Max my fiancé signed up for class too! If you want an awesome golf coach schedule a session with Max. You're welcome! read more

Max has been teaching our daughter since the summer before her freshman year of high school, she was a true beginner at that time. Today, she is a junior and has been having swing lessons with Max for 3 years. She is one of the top players on her team! He is an excellent teacher and has a very effective style. Our daughter has one of the prettiest and most effective swings out there. It's been a very impressive transformation. We can't praise Max enough! If you are a golfer at any level of the game I have no doubt Max can help you improve your skills. read more

I have always had an interest in learning the game of golf. For a lot of years, it was simply going to the range , hitting a bucket of balls and hoping for the best. As is the case with most amateur golfers, this never led to any real improvement. My wife and I finally decided to go visit Max at Swingworx a few months ago. It has made all the difference to our games. Not only in his coaching and feedback on point, but he also offers a Trackman system in his facility that allows for you to very clearly see how each component of your swing is doing at any given time with real time statistical feedback. I went into the lessons with Max having a very love/hate relationship with golf. I couldn't confidently go play a round with friends. After lessons with Max, I now have the fundamentals down and look forward to my next 18 with a renewed sense of confidnce. read more

Max Changed my game forever. Don't go to a pro at a golf course. If your stubborn like me then you won't know how terrible your swing is until Max pulls it up on camera and shows you where your going wrong. He not only can correct your swing quicker than anyone I have met but also does it in a way that is repeatable and helps you become self aware so you can identify your mistakes moving forward. read more

I've had 50 years of bad habits and have seen other training pros for help with my stroke and my game. Nothing worked like going to Swingworx and working with Max. He's an absolute professional, understands a game from that only a players point of you but from understanding the bodies physiology, and how the body interacts in a swing stroke. Since going to max, I've drop my handicap six points! I'm also enjoying the game like I never have before. I highly recommend checking out in Swingworx for your game to. read more

I found Swingworx by PURE LUCK or by a divine blessing. I was at my wits end with golf. In June of 2021, I played 4 times 3 being mens tournaments and a casual round at TPN. My rounds were 85, 87, 85 and 80. The following month all the way to December, my swing went COMPLETELY sideways. Too much FREE internet video info. TOO MUCH using that FREE info to fix the swing myself. Who hasn't done that and gotten worse? So I decided that I needed a personal IRL swing coach, and that getting one was not gonna free. I'm not a Rockefeller and finding one willing to work with me within my budget was slim. SWINGWORX with a FREE 20 min evaluation! OK. I'll bite. I've been with with Max since January 2022. I now KNOW how MY swing works and how to fix it. Max is an EXCELLENT communicator and Max does know what works and how to help you become better. There is no guessing or using "You need to swing like TW!" or "Lets try this fix I just read about and ... ". Max is not looking to just band-aid you for your hard earned $$$. If you are in search of a quick fix... then you may as well keep staring at YouTube, HOPING something will click. If you want to get better, own your swing and play with confidence . Call Swingworx. Yes. My golf has improved -consistent low 80s -if it weren't for some mis timed "hero" shots, I'd be writing 70s instead and its getting better the more I play. Playing has become a whole lot more enjoyable and simpler. Thanks Max. read more

As a 48 year old female, never having played golf before, I decided to get some lessons. Max is very knowledgeable and explains the golf swing in a simple way to understand . I have a long way to go, but Max is great and I can finally hit the ball. read more

Simply put, Max is a phenomenal golf guru. I've been playing the game for a short period of time, about a year and a half, and went to 3 different golf instructors without much noticeable improvement or even a solid understanding of swing concepts from those sessions. After the first interactive session with Max where we can review, chop up and analyze the smallest of movements within the swing on a 60" HDTV in real time, I knew this was a different type of instruction. Between the 5 min recap video after each session and the specific, concise suggestions on what to work on, my level of understanding on what I'm attempting to accomplish has improved tenfold. I've only completed five sessions and I can say I'm consistently shoot 5-10 strokes better per round than before. But more importantly, my approach and understanding of the golf swing have improved along with my passion for the game. Check out Swingworx and you won't regret it. read more

So having played golf badly for over 25 years my wife gifted me lessons for Christmas. I was not sure if I wanted the usual fair of a golf pro giving me instruction at a course or someone who could combine more of a bio mechanical look at my swing with one on one instruction. As it happens I was referred to Max through friends and thought that i would go take the assessment he was offering to see if there was a fit. Needless to say there was ..Max asked me what my goals and targets were and what i wanted at the end of the sessions and simply told him some level of consistency. I had always been frustrated having hit a good shot never being able to subsequently repeat it. I took a five session package with Max over an 8 week period and practiced hard in between. I would say my improvement is measurable following Max's patient and clear instruction. I am making more consistent contact with the ball, my set up and posture is more aligned, I hit the ball straighter and further but still struggle with follow through which Max is able to help me with long after my sessions had expired by sending him video which he reviews and critiques. The technology, sensors and cameras Max uses in his studio are state of the art and really help see where adjustments need to be made as well as before and after replays. Overall Max provides great value for money but be prepared for a workout! I wouldnt hesitate to recommend Max and Swingworx - but don't just take my word for it take advantage of the assessment before you buy read more