Coaching & Clinics at The Sands Torquay
Coaching at The Sands is designed to help golfers of all abilities play better and enjoy the game more. Delivered in partnership with Geelong Golf Academy, our programs combine experienced PGA professionals, modern technology, and a welcoming approach that makes improvement feel achievable and rewarding.
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Whether you’re new to the game, returning after time away, or looking to refine specific parts of your game, our coaching offerings are built around confidence, clarity, and long-term progress.
Private Lessons & Club Fittings
Private lessons offer a personalised approach tailored entirely to your game. Working one-on-one with a PGA professional, golfers receive clear feedback, structured goals, and practical drills that translate directly from the practice tee to the course.
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Sessions are available for:
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Junior Lesson – Under 18 (30 mins)
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30 Minute Private Lesson
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1 Hour Private Lesson
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Titleist/TaylorMade Club Fitting
Coaching can focus on full swing, short game, putting, course management, or specific challenges.
Complete Short Game Classes
Take your short game to the next level with our Complete Short Game Classes, a one-off, intensive 2½-hour session covering every aspect of your short game. Designed for golfers of all abilities, these classes provide hands-on coaching and practical drills to help you improve accuracy, consistency, and confidence around the greens.​​
Available Dates
Friday 20 February, 9:30am – 12:00pm
Friday 6 March, 9:30am – 12:00pm
Junior Golf Clinics
5 Week Clinic
Our Junior Clinics are part of the Geelong Junior Golf Academy, and run as a 5-week program. Designed for young golfers of all abilities, these sessions help kids build skills, confidence, and a love for the game in a friendly, supportive environment.
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Most sessions are run at The Sands Golf Club, with one special session per term at XGolf Geelong, where juniors use state-of-the-art simulators for skills tests and Par 3 competitions.
Book Your Place
Our Junior Clinics run as a 5-week program. Click below to register online.
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Additional dates coming soon.
Women's Beginner Program
5 Week Clinic
Our 5 Week Women’s Beginner Program is designed as a social and confidence-building introduction to the game, providing structured coaching alongside other women in a welcoming group setting. No prior experience is needed, and all equipment is provided.
Book Your Place
Our Women’s Beginner Program is available across two weekly time slots. Select your preferred session below and secure your place online.
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Friday Sessions
Commencing Friday 27 February, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Thursday Sessions
Commencing Thursday 26 February, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Group Clinics
Coached by a GGA PGA professional, these small group clinics are designed to be practical, relaxed and hands on. Bring your own clubs if you have them, or clubs can be provided​.
Putting Clinic
Friday 27 February, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Driver Clinic
Friday 06 March, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Bunker Clinic
Friday 13 March, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Iron Full Swing Clinic
Friday 20 March, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Chipping Clinic
Friday 27 March, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Meet the Coaches
The Sands Torquay proudly partners with Geelong Golf Academy to provide professional coaching for golfers of all ages and abilities.
