Lead Golf Coach
About The Position
Five Iron Golf is seeking a Golf Coach to deliver high-quality golf instruction and develop lasting relationships with members and guests. The role reports directly to the General Manager of Performance and combines individual and group coaching with guest engagement, club fittings, and community activities. Coaches work with the Social and Performance Teams to introduce golfers to lessons, fittings, and memberships. As a coach builds a client base and meets performance goals, the role can transition into a full-time instruction position, supported by Five Iron’s Coach Development Program. Five Iron Golf combines golf instruction with technology such as TrackMan and Callaway Tour Fitting in a welcoming, inclusive, and social environment. Coaches help golfers of all levels improve while contributing to an engaging member and guest experience. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with estimated total annual compensation of $100,000 to $120,000 depending on performance, including base salary and incentive-based compensation.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of golf coaching experience, with a proven record of helping players at all levels achieve measurable improvement.
- Expert understanding of swing mechanics, ball flight laws, and launch monitor data, with the ability to translate technical insights into practical instruction.
- High proficiency in video analysis and fluency with modern golf technology, including performance tracking and fitting systems.
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and motivatingly to golfers of all skill levels.
- An energetic, engaging personality and passion for creating fun, inclusive group learning environments.
- Commitment to continuous personal and professional improvement, including willingness to learn, grow, and mentor fellow coaches.
- Physical ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 30 pounds for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- PGA or LPGA affiliation and/or graduation from a PGM program strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality individual and group golf lessons for players of all skill levels.
- Use TrackMan and other Five Iron technologies for personalized, data-driven coaching and custom club fittings in partnership with Callaway Tour Fitting.
- Engage guests during Golf Experience Engagement Time and promote lessons, swing evaluations, fittings, and memberships.
- Build and retain a loyal client base through welcoming, memorable, and performance-driven experiences.
- Represent Five Iron Golf at corporate events by delivering energetic instructional sessions.
- Maintain a consistent lesson schedule that meets productivity goals and performance expectations.
- Use social media to promote coaching services and the Five Iron brand.
- Conduct junior clinics and support community outreach programs.
- Follow up with students to convert swing evaluations into ongoing lessons and meet key performance indicators.
- Serve as an on-floor Performance Expert, engaging with members to improve their overall golf experience.
- Participate in ongoing education and certification programs to develop coaching skills.
Benefits
- Set schedule with two days off per week.
- Additional time off for tournament play.
- Eligibility to become a Callaway Staff Member.
- Access to the Five Iron Coach Development Program and free TrackMan, Golf Digest Coach, and Callaway Fitting certifications.
- PGA dues covered by Five Iron.
- Free meals while working.
- Unlimited practice privileges at all Five Iron Golf locations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
