19 Golf coaches & instructors for lessons in River Vale, NJ

I'm passionate about helping golfers of all levels unlock their potential and experience the joy of this beautiful game. Being a PGA professional with over 17 years of coaching experience, I’ve helped countless players improve their game and reach new heights.

As a Korean PGA professional with 16 years of teaching experience at the prestigious Jack Nicklaus Golf Academy, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every lesson. I'm passionate about helping golfers of all levels improve their game and achieve their goals.

Brandon is a dedicated golf coach currently offering indoor lessons. His expertise is backed by a TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) Level 2 Power certification and a Dana Dahlquist Certification. Throughout his career, Brandon has had the privilege of being mentored by renowned coaches including Dana Dahlquist, Todd Anderson, Mike Bender, and Jeff Mullican. His skills in putting and short game mechanics have been honed under the guidance of Mike Shannon. Brandon has also enriched his coaching techniques with mental game philosophies learned from Rick Sessinghaus and Dr. Morris Pikens. His deep understanding of the game was further cemented during his time at Coastal Carolina University, where he earned a golf team scholarship and competed as part of an NCAA Division 1 team ranked within the top 30. In addition to his academic and coaching credentials, Brandon has an extensive competitive background, having participated in tournaments on the Asher Tour, USGA, AJGA, FJT, FCWT, PJGT, and numerous other invitational events. His broad experience and educational background make him a proficient and insightful coach, dedicated to enhancing the skills and mental toughness of his students.

David is a TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) certified coach and a US Kids certified instructor. He is also an advisory staff member for Honma Golf and a Tathata golf body movement specialist. Since 1998, David has taught over 20,000 golf lessons to players ranging from beginners to advanced, and from juniors to seniors. He has competed in local professional tournaments across New York, New Jersey, and Florida. A graduate from The Golf Academy of the South in Orlando, Florida, class of 1991, David has had the opportunity to observe and work personally with top 100 instructors including Mike Malaska, Michael Bender, Michael Bennett, Andy Plummer, Charlie King, and Carl Rabito.

I am a PGA specialized professional in Teaching & Coaching and board certified sport psychology consultant. I have been a PGA of America member since 2011 and teaching for close to 10 years. I have worked at many upscale clubs in the Met section at such roles as shop assistant, assistant and teaching professional. I have played in local PGA sanctioned events and am working to be certified as Golf fitness trainer by National Academy of Sport Medicine. I have the ultimate goal within a couple years of achieving the status of Master PGA golf professional in Teaching & Coaching. I also have developed a benchmark for sport psychology based on Individual Zone of Optimal Functioning for a golfer to obtain their ideal zone

"Very good at analyzing specific things to work in while keeping it simple.

As a dedicated PGA Associate, Jacob is committed to both personal growth and professional excellence within the golf industry. He brings a passion for teaching the game in a way that is welcoming, supportive, and tailored to golfers of all skill levels and ages. With over four years of hands-on experience, as well as played at the collegiate level, he has built a strong foundation in golf operations, tournament coordination, and day-to-day member and guest engagement. This background allows me to offer instruction that is not only technically sound but also grounded in real-world play, course management, and player development. Jacob’s teaching philosophy centers on building strong relationships, creating a positive learning environment, and helping each student gain confidence in their game. He continually focuses on refining his instructional skills to ensure the best instruction is given whether it’s in private lessons, group settings, or junior programs

Class "A" PGA member and TrackMan Specialist, began his golf journey on his father's New Mexico driving range. With over three decades of coaching experience, he's a US Kids Top 50 Instructor, dedicating over 18,000 hours to empowering golfers of all levels. Passionate about advancing the sport, Chance blends traditional wisdom with modern coaching techniques to help golf enthusiasts achieve their goals.