Matt Henderson
Junior Golf Lessons in Las Vegas, NV
Matt Henderson gives junior golf lessons in Las Vegas, NV at TPC Las Vegas.
TPC Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 79 reviewsStarting at $125
- GolfDigest Best In State - Nevada (2013-Present)
- GolfDigest Best Young Teachers (2018-Present)
- Southern Nevada PGA Horton Smith Award (2018)
- Southern Nevada PGA Teacher of the Year (2013, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023)
- Southern Nevada PGA Player Development Award (2013, 2017)
- Southwest Section PGA Teacher of the Year (2021)
- GOLF Magazine Teachers to Watch (2024-2025)
- TPI Golf Level 2
- TPI Power Level 2
- Trackman Level 2
- Sportsbox AI Staff Member
- USKids
- Boditrak
About
Meet Matt Henderson, Junior Golf Coach in Las Vegas, NV
Matt Henderson was the 2021 Southwest Section PGA Teacher of the Year. The Southern Nevada PGA also named him Teacher of the Year in 2013, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2023. He has coached tour players, Division One college athletes and competitive juniors. Earlier he spent time as Assistant Men's Golf Coach at the University of Tennessee. Golf Magazine put him among its Teachers to Watch for 2024 and 2025.
After graduating, he began his instruction career teaching with Dave Pelz. Reviewers single out how quickly he identifies what is causing a swing problem. A parent noted that he talked through their junior golfer's goals with the family and set expectations. Matt teaches at TPC Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV.
Inside a lesson
Inside a lesson with Matt
Who lessons suit, what they work on and the technology in use, from the coach's own listing.
Where lessons fit
- Beginner (Taught)New golfers building fundamentals and confidence.
- Intermediate (Taught)Developing players looking to improve consistency and scoring.
- Competitive (Taught)Tournament players working to perform under pressure.
- Advanced (Taught)Elite players fine-tuning their game for high-level competition.
Focus areas
- Full SwingGrip, setup and a repeatable motion with every club.
- Short GameChips and pitches that turn near misses into pars.
- PuttingReading greens, controlling pace and starting the ball on line.
- Bunker PlayGetting out of greenside sand with confidence.
- FundamentalsGrip, stance and alignment: the base of every swing.
- Mental GameRoutines and focus that hold up in a tournament round.
Technology
- Ball flightLaunch, spin and carry, measured shot by shot.FlightScope
- Putting and green readingStroke, face angle, roll and the slope of the green.AimPoint green reading
- Body and motionHow the body moves and balances through the swing.BodiTrak force plates
- VideoSwings on screen, frame by frame, side by side.JC VideoVideo analysis
Credentials
Credentials and Coaching Experience
Listed by the coach
- Achievement: GolfDigest Best In State - Nevada (2013-Present)
- Achievement: GolfDigest Best Young Teachers (2018-Present)
- Achievement: Southern Nevada PGA Horton Smith Award (2018)
- Achievement: Southern Nevada PGA Teacher of the Year (2013, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023)
- Achievement: Southern Nevada PGA Player Development Award (2013, 2017)
- Achievement: Southwest Section PGA Teacher of the Year (2021)
- Achievement: GOLF Magazine Teachers to Watch (2024-2025)
- Certification: TPI Golf Level 2
- Certification: TPI Power Level 2
- Certification: Trackman Level 2
- Certification: Sportsbox AI Staff Member
- Certification: USKids
- Certification: Boditrak
Where to train
Where Matt Teaches Junior Golf Lessons in Las Vegas, NV
TPC Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
FAQ
Questions parents ask
How much are lessons with Matt Henderson?
Lessons with Matt Henderson start at $125. Use the contact form on this page to ask about current rates.
Where does Matt teach?
Matt Henderson teaches at TPC Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV.
What are Matt's qualifications?
Matt Henderson lists these certifications: TPI Golf Level 2, TPI Power Level 2, Trackman Level 2 and Sportsbox AI Staff Member.
What levels does Matt teach?
Matt lists beginner, intermediate, competitive and advanced players as the levels taught.
What do lessons with Matt cover?
Matt lists these areas of expertise: putting, short game, full swing, bunker play and fundamentals. Matt uses AimPoint green reading, BodiTrak force plates, FlightScope, JC Video and video analysis.
Does Matt help players prepare for college golf?
Matt lists college preparation as a coaching focus.
How can lessons help my child get ready for tournaments?
Lessons are a natural place to develop a routine that holds up when nerves appear, plan how to play each hole and pick sensible targets. After an event, looking back at decisions rather than only the score keeps attention on what a player can control. Parents can support this by keeping expectations light and treating each event as a chance to learn.
How do private sessions differ from an academy?
Private lessons are built around an individual player's swing, goals and pace. An academy is usually a group setting that meets regularly, with structured drills, games and on-course play. The social side keeps many kids engaged, while individual lessons make it easier to work on detailed technical changes.
How do I contact Matt?
Send your details with the contact form on this page to ask about junior golf lessons in Las Vegas, NV. Matt Henderson receives them by email.
Getting started
Ask About Junior Golf Lessons in Las Vegas, NV
Send your details to ask about lessons and current rates.
Send your details
Tell us who is playing and the best way to reach you.
Hear from Matt
Your details go to Matt Henderson, who can answer questions about lessons and current rates.
Meet on the course
See TPC Las Vegas, meet Matt and plan a first lesson together.