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Coach Thomas Rodriguez

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Golf lessons with

Coach Thomas Rodriguez

From$134.66 per lesson
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99
Happy Student Score
Outstanding
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This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0•5 reviews
99
Happy Student Score
Outstanding
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This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0•5 reviews

About your golf coach

Thomas Rodriguez is a PGA Certified Associate and has been in the golf industry for over nine years. During his career, he has taught over 5,000 lessons to a wide variety of students and skill levels, from juniors to seniors and everyone in between along with being named ā€œbest in stateā€ by golf digest. Through mentorship at distinguished outdoor golf facilities and advanced indoor instructional institutions, complemented by a range of professional certifications—including Swing Catalyst, ADM, TrackMan, and SAM PuttLab—he has cultivated a profound and comprehensive understanding of the golf swing. His continued education under some of the nation’s most respected instructors has enabled him to effectively support his students in achieving excellence and deepening their passion for the game. Besides instruction, Thomas also works as the Head Mens and Womens golf coach for Trinity Christian College, working as both a coach and an instructor, this gives him a unique dynamic on how to grow not only a golf swing but a proficient player. ā€œMy philosophy is to work with the golfer and their goals. There is no ā€˜one’ swing that fits everyone. Every person is different, with specific restrictions and specific goals. My goal is to help you reach them whatever they may be.ā€

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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Palos Heights, Illinois
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 50 lessons

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The Haven Indoor Golf

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276.7 miles away

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291.9 miles away

Lombard Golf Course

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293.4 miles away

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Accomplishments

ā›³ļø0 Handicap
šŸ…College Golfer
āž•Ranked Best in State by Golf Digest

Certifications & Badges

āœ…250+ Lessons Given
šŸ“PGA Professional
šŸ“PGA Associate
šŸŽ“5+ Years Teaching

Reputation

99
Happy Student Score
Outstanding
Reliability
Always reliable ⭐ Shows up on time and ready to teach every lesson. You can count on them.
Average rating
5.0
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Charles
I have been working with Tom for 3 years on my swing. He’s an excellent instructor, and he has a great approach to teaching. He has the ability to instruct all skill levels, he utilizes video for on the spot feedback, and also works with clients not only indoors, but also on course during the summer! He has an easy demeanor during instruction, he is passionate about the game, and he utilizes drills that will improve your mechanics and lower your scores. I have referred my friends to him, I continue to work with him, even after lowering 10+ strokes off my game. Book a session now!!
Joe
Stop! No need to look any further, this is the golf instruction that will provide you with the most notable results, and great value. I have attended various golf schools, instructors, etc.. and this has been, by far, the best! The difference is that people like Thomas, recognize that it's not one size fits all. We all have different body types, ages, etc.. and they train you accepting that. As long as you do your part (practice what they teach), you will improve your game! I cannot recommend them enough! You will not be disappointed!!
Jennifer
I can’t recommend Thomas at Golf Done Right enough!
 I came to him as a relatively new female golfer after taking lessons elsewhere that left me frustrated and with some bad habits. I wasn’t seeing any improvement. My iron game was especially rough, I could barely hit them 30 feet. Fast forward to lessons with Thomas, and I’m now consistently hitting my irons over 100 yards and still improving! He has an incredible eye for detail and picks up on the smallest things that can make a big difference in your swing. He’s not only observant but personalized in his approach. What’s made the biggest impact for me is how he customizes his teaching to fit you. When I was struggling to grasp a concept in my downswing, he didn’t just keep repeating the same instruction, he changed up his method, until it clicked. That kind of adaptability is rare and so valuable. He’s also great at pacing, he doesn’t overload you with too many changes at once, which keeps everything manageable and less overwhelming. The recap videos he sends after lessons are super helpful for practice sessions on my own. If you’re new to golf or just looking to improve your game, I can’t recommend Thomas enough.
Emily
Thomas is absolutely fantastic! I have experience with various instructors, and Thomas has been one of the best. He is great at finding ways/cues to make the adjustments really stick. Great technology as well to help make the most of the lesson and it's super helpful to be able to see what I'm doing and work on connecting to the feel. Great business, super kind and helpful, and such a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Thomas and Golf Done Right to anybody interested in improving their golf game - from beginner to more advanced he will tailor his instruction to meet your needs.
John
I started lessons with Tom Rodriguez three weeks ago and the results have been instant. I was struggling with irons for years and lost all confidence in my game. After my swing evaluation,Tom immediately figured out what I needed to work on and provided me with the guidance to make proper contact. He is beyond knowledgeable about swing mechanics and has restored my confidence in my game. I highly recommend Golf Done Right for lessons and especially Tom as a coach. I will be continuing my lessons for the foreseeable future.

Beginner training plan
Your first lessonOur first lesson is a swing consultation. This is a chance for us to get to know you as a golfer, discuss your goals, go through an analysis of your swing and a lesson, and set forth a game plan for you moving forward to help you accomplish said goals. Generally, the first lesson is mainly address positions. Can’t make a proper swing if you’re set up is incorrect! ļæ¼
Lesson 11+Generally, depending on progression throughout the Bag. This is when we start to work on short game. We do all of our short game lessons outdoors on real grass. We will work on our putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play, as well as on course lessons that are no added cost for you and is included in the package price. ļæ¼
Lesson 4-10Generally, at this point, we start working into the longer irons, hybrids, and our woods, which include driver. Generally, the longer the club the more difficult it is to hit, partially because of the added length and also because of the lower loft of the golf club. Gives you less of a margin for error.
Lesson 2-3Generally, as we progress forward with lessons, we always start with our high to mid irons first and then we work to our lower irons. Depending on other variables, will affect our progression throughout the bag. ļæ¼

Advanced training plan
Your first lessonOur first lesson is a swing consultation. This is a chance for us to get to know you as a golfer, discuss your goals, go through an analysis of your swing and a lesson, and set forth a game plan for you moving forward to help you accomplish said goals. Generally, the first lesson is mainly address positions. Majority of people would be surprised how the biggest fixes with advanced players are in how they are setting up to the golf ball.ļæ¼
Lesson 11+At this point, we can start to have a little fun, we can work on building distance, shaping shots, adjusting trajectories, adding short game shots to the arsenal, as well as anything else that you would like to add to your game.ļæ¼
Lesson 4-10Depending on how we progress with eliminating their biggest mess, we generally start to move into skill development. Refining the skills that we already have and making them better.
Lesson 2-3Depending on their goals and preferred ball flight, we will work on whatever their biggest miss is when playing. The miss that can sometimes make or break a good round.

Youth players
Working with kidsI am ADM certified, Which stands for American development model. What this means is that it gives me a guideline on how to approach lessons with different age groups dependent on their age. Now there are always exceptions to this, but it’s good to have a guideline on how much information and how that information is given to the student, depending on how their brain interprets information at that given age. For example, you would most likely would not try to talk to a 15-year-old the same way you would talk to a five-year-old. ļæ¼

Working with teenagersDepending on the age, the ADM model could still apply. But as they get older, it’s very dependent on how passionate they are about the game. We will start to be a little more focused on specific aspects of the swing that wouldn’t be portrayed the same way to younger ages. ļæ¼

What you need to bringBring your whole bag, golf glove, golf shoes, and anything else you may use when you go to the range or to practice

What I can bringClub and ball numbers including path, face, launch, ball and club speed, etc. As well as video during the lesson and access for you to view said videos to help improve practice. Our video software also allows you to send me videos, if at any point you need assistance with practice I always suggest sending a video my way so I can help!

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If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.

And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.

Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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