When I started with Matt only 7 months ago, I was a brand new beginner. I had had a few lessons…read morefrom another outfit that were not very helpful for me. I called that other company's teaching approach Painting by Numbers because it wasn't cohesive and intuitive for me. Also, Matt gives full hour-long lessons versus the other company that only did half hour lessons which I found to be way too short so I ended up having a fractured and incomplete understanding of the golf swing. I'm over 60 years old and a slender woman. So I don't have bulk muscle for strength. Learning how to strike the ball correctly gives me the distance. Matt teaches with intuitive, cohesive instruction and shows (sometimes with props) as well as explains why certain aspects of the swing are important so that logically it all makes sense. He is such a gifted teacher to help all the details gel without my feeling its overly analytical. Proof of his teaching is I started out hitting my 7 iron 42 yards on the Trackman and am now hitting 122 yards dead straight. Also when I started out I didn't have the ball striking skills to play18 hole courses, only 9 hole courses. I recently scored 110, 112, and 114 on a par 72 course. When people learn I've only golfed for 10 months total, they can't believe it. When they ask who is my coach, I happily share about Matt being the best ever and why. Matt is confident that I will soon be breaking 100. I can't wait!

Mike is a great coach and was more than happy to accommodate my availability. I could tell by the…read moreway he carried himself and communicated that he was the coach for me. I'm new to golf been playing for two weeks and he was able to help me with getting better contact, my form and a few swing thoughts. I was able to put on 20 yards on each of my clubs from one lesson and get consistent hits. Highly recommend this place and Mike!

Don significantly improved my swing in just one lesson!…read more I am a self-taught golfer with about a year of experience. I have adjusted my grip and swing multiple times to decrease my slice or hook. Finally, I listened to a good friend and took a lesson with Don. He watched my swing and showed me what I was doing wrong. After he adjusted my grip, my slice disappeared. He then taught me a drill to improve my overall swing. By the end of the lesson, I was in awe. Not only did he immediately fix my swing, but he gave me the tools I needed to continue to improve on my own. I will be going to Don for all my training needs from now on. I would highly recommend Don to anyone looking to improve their golf game.

I had a fantastic experience working with Don Allio, who significantly impacted my golf swing…read more After a long hiatus, I developed several bad swing habits, particularly early extension on the downswing. Don skillfully helped me pinpoint and address this issue, resulting in increased accuracy without sacrificing swing speed. Don's ability to quickly assess my swing and tailor his messages to my style of understanding, whether technical or feel, sets him apart. His wealth of knowledge is evident, yet he knows when to deploy it, ensuring I wasn't overwhelmed with too much information. We worked on several drills (including the glove under the arm shown here) that were easy to take to my own practice outside of our sessions. I highly recommend Don for golfers of any age and skill level; he truly understands how to work with each player's unique characteristics.

Michael hasn't been very responsive. I've been trying to get lessons with him but it's been about a…read moreweek and no luck yet.

I have been working with Mike Kim on my game for over 15 years. He has a great video/computer set…read moreup where he takes you through all elements of your golf swing. He has a quick eye for fixing swings and also doesn't over complicate things - keeps it simple. He is also great with junior golfers. No question I would recommend him if you want to improve your golf game.

I've worked with several instructors over the years, but I came to Edison because my driver…read moredistance had been getting shorter and shorter as my confidence with the club continued to decline. In an effort to hit more fairways and lower my handicap, I had unknowingly shortened my swing, which was costing me distance. Right away, Edison identified an issue with my weight distribution using the smart2move plates. I had no idea I was loading my weight much too late in the swing. He also taught me several techniques to create more swing width and make a fuller turn without sacrificing control. I knew my angle of attack wasn't where it needed to be, but after just one lesson I saw a noticeable improvement. In my very next round, I was back to hitting drives around 280 yards total, and I felt much more confident standing over the ball. I highly recommend Edison. His attention to detail, ability to explain the "why" behind the changes, and patience throughout the lesson made a huge difference. If you're looking to improve your swing and build confidence, he's an outstanding instructor.

I can't say enough good things about these golf lessons. Edison breaks everything down in a simple,…read moreeasy-to-follow way and gives you drills that you can take straight to the range. What really stood out was the attention to detail and patience--no rushing, just focused coaching tailored to your game. After just a few sessions, I've seen better ball striking, more confidence off the tee, and lower scores. If you're serious about improving your golf game, whether you're a beginner or experienced player, this is absolutely worth it. Highly recommend!

I was practicing my chipping at Baylands late one Sunday afternoon and struggling. Dan walked by…read moreon his way out from what was probably a long day teaching in 90+ degree heat and noticed. He came over without prompting and spent 15 minutes giving me some really valuable tips, he asked nothing in return. He made a lasting impression of someone who love the game and loves helping others improve.

I have been playing golf for close to 40 years. For the last 5-10 years my playing was very…read moresporadic (think 3 times a year) so I lost any sort of comfortability with my swing. I could still putt and chip well, but felt like my swing was out of whack and golf was no longer fun. So, I decided to take a lesson from Dan. I asked a number of people I knew from the Baylands Golf Links (where Dan teaches!) and they all said that Dan was the instructor they had selected. That was good enough for me. i have only had one lesson with Dan, and I already have my love for the game back! What I appreciate about Dan is that he likes to keep it simple and help you focus on one thing. That allowed me to get out of my head and focus on my set-up and swing. There will be more to learn, and I plan to take more lessons, but for now I am working on practicing the swing he set me up to have. With Dan you will not get a ton of input on mechanics. He is looking at you and your swing, then helping that swing to improve. His philosophy of everyone having their own swing and learning to embrace that swing within their own body makes a ton of sense to me and is far more motivating and enjoyable when I practice. I cannot recommend Dan more highly.

Phenomenal organization. Every single Pro and Coach will say good things about it. It is FUN. Kids…read morewill LOVE golf. It is a Non Profit that teaches the 9 Core Values needed to play golf: Honesty, Integrity, Sportsmanship, Respect, Confidence, Responsibility, Perseverance, Courtesy, Judgement. The best kids golf coaches are part of The First Tee. My son, 6 has been with The First Tee for 3 Sessions. And truly enjoys every time he has a First Tee lesson. On his first 9 hole Tournament he hit 60 stokes and end last one. Did not cry -Honesty, Respect, Integrity, Responsibility-, shook the hand of the other golfers -Sportsmanship-, and as soon as he arrived home took the 7 iron and started practicing -Perseverance-. On his second 9 hole Tournament he hit 42 strokes and end 2nd. He was very happy, yet not competitive, and was able to compliment and develop friendships with the other players. We attribute this behavior to the Nine Core Values learned at The First Tee.

past Saturday providing face-painting services, and while I genuinely enjoyed working with the…read moreattendees and had fun doing the face painting, my experience as a volunteer left me disappointed. I was stationed at the face-painting table and was busy for most of the event. There was food and refreshments available, but I was never offered even a bottle of water or told that food was available to volunteers. By the time I could finally step away, everything had already been packed up. I even saw the remaining ice from the beverage area being thrown onto the lawn. I understand that volunteering means donating your time. I was happy to donate mine. But I also believe volunteers--especially people providing professional services--deserve basic consideration and acknowledgment. I later noticed that the event recognized vendors, caterers, sponsors, and other contributors, but I did not see any recognition for the artists providing face painting. That was disappointing. Artists are professionals too, and our supplies, skills, experience, and time have value even when we choose to donate them. Before leaving, I asked whether there were any photos or video of me working because I was too busy face painting to take any myself. I was also hoping to receive a simple letter acknowledging my volunteer service and providing some feedback about my work. I reached out afterward, but I haven't received a response or even a letter acknowledging my participation. The actual face-painting experience was enjoyable, and the people I interacted with were courteous. The volunteer coordinator was also kind enough to let me take home one of the pink palettes, which I appreciated. I hope FIRST Tee Silicon Valley takes this as constructive feedback. Organizations that depend on volunteers should make sure those volunteers have water, access to food and breaks, appropriate recognition, and some acknowledgment of the time and professional skills they contribute. I would have loved to leave this experience feeling appreciated. Unfortunately, I left feeling more overlooked than valued.

June 2026 I retired…read morein December 2025 and decided to try golf. My wife and I never played before so we wanted to develop good habits before we made an attempt at golf. Coach Kelly was highly recommended by many of my friends. Consistently, they described him as chill, laid back and a great teacher. My wife and I booked a private session with him. We met at his house and he has an indoor golf simulator. On session one, we worked on grip, hip rotation and hinge. On session two (3 weeks later), Coach Kelly worked with our rotation, power shift in the hips and our follow through on the swing. From this point on, we will take individual lessons with him. We've incorporated everything he taught us and are making micro improvements as we continue our golf journey. Scheduling was simple. Prices very reasonable. And that man is Hawaiian! That should tell you enough about his personality. I highly recommend Coach Kelly!

This review is long overdue! Coach Kelly is an amazing coach and all around one of the nicest…read morepeople I've ever met. My daughter was a complete beginner that wanted to make it on her girls high school golf team. When she first came to him the summer leading up to her junior year, she didn't even know how to properly hold a golf club. By the end of her senior year she was captain, made it to BVAL as a solo player and fell in love with the sport. Coach Kelly was so patient with her, encouraged her and because of his knowledge and teaching style allowed her to grow so much in such a short time. I highly recommend Coach Kelly to anyone looking for a coach.

I dropped by here around midday on Saturday (I made an appointment beforehand) and had a lot of…read morefun! The owner is very kind and helpful. He walks you through how to set everything up beforehand and provides the balls, which made the whole experience really easy for a beginner like me. Overall, I'd highly recommend this place to anyone! I found it to be a great way to get some reps in while staying out of the sun. It is quite warm inside, but definitely still preferable to being outside in the heat. There's also a table with free coffee and tea, as well as ample seating areas for each hub. Great experience overall!

First off, shoutout to the owner for returning my phone call and offering to open up a bay earlier…read morefor me. Original rental was at 2:30, but he provided exceptional customer service and gave me one earlier. It was my first time there and took his time to explain how the simulator works and how to navigate through the system. Really dope spot and you can't beat the price! $25 for an hour plus an additional $5 if you aren't a member/each extra person that's golfing. How do you beat that? When a large bucket at the range is $18-$20. You can golf indoor/get data for a few extra bucks. It's a great spot to hangout with friends and family, plus you can bring your own drinks and food! If you're a serious golfer you can get the membership and will have 24/7 access to the simulator. Great place for serious and recreational golfers! Will definitely be back again.