Golf lessons with
Coach Alexis Coates
From$120.48 per lesson
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Golf lessons with
Coach Alexis Coates
From$120.48 per lesson
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Alexis is a SuperCoach ranked in the top 3% coaches based on reliability, responsiveness and student feedback, often exceeding expectations.
Coach Rating
5.0
SuperCoach
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Alexis is a SuperCoach ranked in the top 3% coaches based on reliability, responsiveness and student feedback, often exceeding expectations.
Coach Rating
5.0
About your golf coach
With over 15 years of experience coaching golfers from beginners to seasoned players, I combine classic techniques with customized strategies to help you master your game. As a Regional Champion and low-handicap player, I bring a competitive edge and deep insight into the mental and mechanical aspects of golf. Iām also the author of 51 Golf Tips, a practical guide packed with real advice to improve your swing, short game, and course management. Whether youāre looking to break 90 or fine-tune your tournament performance, Iām here to help you reach your full potentialāone swing at a time.
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Teaches: Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Laurel, Maryland
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 42 lessons
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Accomplishments
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Regional Champion
Certifications & Badges
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Specializations
ā³ļøScratch Golfer
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonI keep it simple, welcoming, and encouraging. For a beginner, the first lesson is all about building comfort, confidence, and a solid foundation. I start with a relaxed conversation to understand their goals, athletic background, and any nerves theyāre bringing to the tee box. Then we focus on grip, stance, and postureāno pressure to be perfect, just progress. I introduce basic swing mechanics through feel-based drills, not technical overload. My goal is to make it fun, clear, and motivatingāso they walk away thinking, āI can do this.
Lesson 11+Lesson 11 and beyond is where we unlock your true potential.
Now that the fundamentals are second nature, we go from ālearning golfā to mastering it. These sessions are tailored to your goalsāwhether itās breaking par, winning local tournaments, or just outplaying your weekend foursome. We dial in advanced shot shaping, distance control, and mental game tactics. Youāll learn how to handle pressure, recover from mistakes, and stay focused over 18 holes.
Weāll do on-course playing lessons, track performance metrics, and study your tendencies. I also start integrating tips straight from my book 51 Golf Tipsāinsider techniques and mental game hacks I use myself as a low-handicap player and former Regional Champion.
By now, weāre not just fixing swingsāweāre sharpening a competitive edge. Youāre not just playing golf anymore. Youāre playing your gameāwith confidence, clarity, and consistency.
Lesson 4-10Lessons 4 through 10 are where it all starts to clickāand the game gets real fun.
At this stage, we shift from learning how to swing, to learning how to play golf. We refine swing mechanics, improve shot consistency, and start building a repeatable pre-shot routine. We dive deeper into short gameāchipping, pitching, puttingāand begin exploring course management: how to think strategically, manage risk, and play smarter, not harder.
Expect video feedback, targeted drills, and situational practice (bunkers, uneven lies, etc.). For more serious players, weāll also track stats and start goal-settingāwhether itās breaking 100, 90, or getting tournament-ready.
This is where confidence grows, flaws get fixed, and your personal swing identity starts to emerge. Youāll leave every session with something to work onāand a reason to be excited about your next round.
Lesson 2-3By the 2nd and 3rd lessons, we start turning fundamentals into real confidence. Once the grip, stance, and posture are dialed in, we begin developing consistent swing mechanics. Expect focused drills on takeaway, tempo, and ball contactāplus an intro to short game basics like chipping or putting, depending on their pace.
Each session is personalized based on their strengths, weaknesses, and learning style. I also mix in real-world scenariosālike how to handle nerves, read a lie, or choose the right club. Itās about building momentum, not rushing perfection. My job is to make sure every swing feels like progress, and every lesson feels like theyāre becoming a golfer.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonWith advanced players, I treat the first lesson like a diagnostic sessionāhigh-level, collaborative, and focused.
I start by asking key questions: Whatās working? Whatās not? Whereās your game under pressure? Weāll review recent scores, missed shots, and what patterns are holding you back from your next breakthroughāwhether thatās scratch, low single digits, or tour prep.
From there, I watch your swing in motionāusually from multiple anglesāand break it down using video feedback and ball flight data (if available). Weāll zero in on small adjustments that deliver big results: tempo, transition, sequencing, face control, and shot shaping.
This isnāt a beginner tune-up. Itās about precision, performance, and elevating your strengths while eliminating costly mistakes. Iām here to sharpen your edge, not reinvent your swing.
Lesson 11+Lesson 11 and beyond is about chasing excellence, not just improvement.
At this stage, your swing is sound. Your fundamentals are elite. Now, we go after peak performance: lowering your tournament scoring average, sharpening decision-making under fire, and owning every part of your gameāfrom tee box to tap-in.
Hereās what weāre working on now:
ā¢ Pressure Play: Reps and routines that simulate competitionātight lies, must-make putts, windy conditions, final-hole nerves.
ā¢ Tournament Strategy: We develop full prep plansāpractice rounds, mental maps, scoring strategies, and post-round reviews.
ā¢ Advanced Metrics: Strokes Gained analysis, dispersion patterns, shot tendency mapping. This isnāt guessworkāitās data-driven refinement.
ā¢ Custom Skill Blocks: Weāll build mini training phases focused on the parts of your game holding you backāwhether thatās lag putting, distance control, or bunker conversion.
ā¢ On-Course Coaching: Playing lessons focused on scoring, not just swinging. We coach every shot, every choice, every mindset.
At this point, Iām not just your coachāIām your strategist, analyst, and mindset mirror. Youāre not learning to play golf anymore. Youāre learning to own your game like a professional.
Lesson 4-10Lessons 4ā10 are where we get surgical.
Now that your baseline is established, we shift to mastery-level refinement. This means:
ā¢ Ball Flight Mastery: Shaping fades, draws, stingers, and high/low trajectories on command.
ā¢ Scoring Zones: Dialing in wedges, approach shots, and green-side shots with precision. We break down carry vs. rollout, spin control, and trajectory choice.
ā¢ Course Management: Youāll learn how to play smarterāchoosing lines, adjusting for wind, and avoiding mental traps that cost strokes.
ā¢ Mental Game Conditioning: Iāll coach you on pre-shot routines, focus resets, pressure management, and in-round adaptability.
ā¢ Performance Tracking: Weāll assess trends in GIR, scrambling, putts per round, and develop game plans to attack your weak spots.
Every lesson is strategic. Weāre not just cleaning up mechanicsāweāre training you to become a complete player who knows their numbers, knows their swing, and knows how to win. Whether youāre playing club championships, amateur events, or chasing a plus handicap, these lessons are built for results.
Lesson 2-3Lessons 2 and 3 are all about identifying the keystone tweaks that unlock consistency and control.
By this point, Iāve seen how you move and strike the ball. Now we dig into refinement: tightening your swing path, dialing in your attack angle, and sharpening shot shape control. Iāll design drills tailored to your tendenciesāwhether thatās flattening your transition, squaring the clubface earlier, or cleaning up impact.
If youāre a tournament player or chasing scratch, we also start layering in situational work: trouble shots, pressure routines, and tempo management under stress. I track your ball flight patterns, decision-making, and short game tendencies so we can isolate and fix whatās costing you strokes.
Youāre not here for fluffāyou want elite results. These lessons set the stage for just that.
Youth players
Working with kidsWhen I work with kids, the number one rule is: keep it fun, simple, and encouraging.
I adapt every lesson to fit their age, attention span, and learning style. That means shorter drills, more movement, and tons of positive feedback. Instead of overloading them with technical terms, I use games, visual cues, and fun challenges to teach fundamentals like grip, aim, and balance.
My goal? Help them fall in love with golf. If theyāre having fun, theyāll want to come backāand thatās when real skill development starts to happen. Whether itās their first time holding a club or theyāre already showing talent, I build their confidence, teach respect for the game, and give them tools to grow both on and off the course.
Golf is a lifelong sportāand I want their journey to start with joy, not pressure.
Working with teenagersWith teens, I strike a balance between skill-building, confidence, and keeping it real.
Theyāre old enough to handle real feedback, but still figuring out their swing and themselves. So I treat them with respectālike athletes. I explain the why behind what weāre doing, not just the how, and I give them space to ask questions, make mistakes, and own their improvement.
Lessons are hands-on, goal-driven, and tailored to their mindsetāwhether theyāre casual players, high school team members, or chasing a scholarship. I use video breakdowns, game-based drills, and real-course strategy to keep it engaging and competitive. And if theyāre serious about leveling up, weāll build a full development plan with targets, milestones, and practice routines.
At the end of the day, I want teens to walk off the range feeling better about their swingāand more confident in themselves.
What you need to bringStudent bring those own equipment
What I can bringMy golf clubs and the book 51 Golf Tips
Frequently asked questions
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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!
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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