What are we changing?
You will know the specific priority we are working on.
Golf coaching should make the game clearer.
Simple, practical and personalized instruction connected to better decisions and better golf.
MEET YOUR COACH
Alfonso Rivera Jr., PGA
PGA Specialized Teaching and Coaching Professional
Golf has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. My dad introduced me to the game when I was young, and I played my first competitive round in high school. That was when golf became more than something I played—it became the career I wanted to pursue.
I started working in golf at 16 as a junior golf instructor. The PGA Professionals around me showed me how one lesson could change a golfer's confidence and enjoyment of the game, and they inspired me to build a life in coaching.
PGA Member since 2023Teaching & Coaching SpecializedADM CertifiedPGA HOPE Certified
Contact Alfonso →WHY I COACH
The moment it starts to click is what makes coaching meaningful.
My favorite part of coaching is seeing a golfer's reaction when something finally makes sense. When someone has been struggling and begins to see a way forward, their confidence changes—and that moment is priceless.
I love golf because it brings people together. Skill level and age do not determine whether someone belongs in the game, and I want every student to feel comfortable learning, asking questions, and making mistakes.
MY MESSAGE TO THE GOLFERYou don't need another swing tip—you need a plan.
My goal is to simplify the game, help you understand why you're making changes, and give you the confidence to practice with purpose so your hard work leads to better golf on the course.
Great coaching is not about giving you more information. It is about giving you the right information.
Every golfer moves differently, learns differently, and has different goals. I am not trying to make your swing look like someone else's. We will focus on the priority that has the greatest impact on your ball flight and scores, then build from there.
Why are we changing it?
The change will connect to your ball flight, contact, decisions, or scores.
How do we practice it?
You will leave with a repeatable way to turn the lesson into productive practice.
YOUR FIRST LESSON
We begin by getting to know your game.
We will talk about your goals, evaluate your strengths and challenges, and identify the areas that can make the biggest difference. Instead of overwhelming you with several swing changes, we will focus on one or two priorities and build a clear plan around them.
You can expect a patient, encouraging, and welcoming environment where learning feels natural and improvement feels achievable.
BEYOND THE SCORECARD
Golf matters to me because people matter to me.
I am a husband, a father, and someone who genuinely enjoys helping people reach their goals. I believe golf can build confidence, create lasting friendships, and provide memories that extend far beyond the scorecard.
When I am not coaching, you will usually find me playing golf, creating instructional content, spending time with my family, or continuing to learn so I can become a better coach for my students.
READY WHEN YOU ARE