Roger Pineda
Junior Golf Lessons in Palo Alto, CA
Roger Pineda gives junior golf lessons in Palo Alto, CA at Baylands Golf Links.
Baylands Golf Links
Palo Alto, CA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 22 reviewsStarting at $115
Head coach atCAMPUS Academy Palo Alto- 1989 California State Junior Champion
- 1990 U.S. Junior Amateur Contestant (Lake Merced GC)
- 1991 U.S. Junior Amateur Contestant (Bay Hill Club and Lodge)
- Division I Scholarship Athlete at the University of the Pacific
- 1999 U.S. Amateur Contestant (Oak Hill Country Club)
- U.S. Open Sectional Contestant (2x)
- Menlo School Athletic Hall of Fame
- Titleist Performance Institute - TPI Certified Level 1
- Trackman Certified
- Menlo School Athletic Hall of Fame inductee (2012)
- Palo Alto Hills G&CC Club Champion
- University of the Pacific D1 scholarship golfer
- Students placed at Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Duke, Cal Poly
- 20+ years as a teaching professional
- PGA Member
- Titleist TPI Certified
- College Placement
- Junior Development
About
Meet Roger Pineda, Junior Golf Coach in Palo Alto, CA
Roger Pineda coached and trained the 2015 US Women's Amateur Champion, among other players. Many of the juniors he has developed went on to play in the NCAA, at schools including Harvard, Duke and Princeton. As a player he was the 1989 California State Junior Champion and competed in the US Junior Amateur in 1990 and 1991. He played Division I golf on scholarship at the University of the Pacific.
Roger focuses on short game instruction and on developing young junior players. He works with golfers from beginners to low-handicap competitors, and he is TPI Level 1 and Trackman certified. Reviewers wrote that he diagnosed a swing quickly and accurately and gave practical fixes. Students said he left them with a realistic plan and things to work on between lessons.
Roger teaches at Baylands Golf Links in Palo Alto, CA.
Inside a lesson
Inside a lesson with Roger
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.
Technology
- VideoSwings on screen, frame by frame, side by side.V1 video
Gallery
Roger at work
Credentials
Credentials and Coaching Experience
Listed by the coach
- Achievement: 1989 California State Junior Champion
- Achievement: 1990 U.S. Junior Amateur Contestant (Lake Merced GC)
- Achievement: 1991 U.S. Junior Amateur Contestant (Bay Hill Club and Lodge)
- Achievement: Division I Scholarship Athlete at the University of the Pacific
- Achievement: 1999 U.S. Amateur Contestant (Oak Hill Country Club)
- Achievement: U.S. Open Sectional Contestant (2x)
- Achievement: Menlo School Athletic Hall of Fame
- Certification: Titleist Performance Institute - TPI Certified Level 1
- Certification: Trackman Certified
Where to train
Where Roger Teaches Junior Golf Lessons in Palo Alto, CA
Baylands Golf Links
Palo Alto, CA
FAQ
Questions parents ask
How much are lessons with Roger Pineda?
Lessons with Roger Pineda start at $115. Use the contact form on this page to ask about current rates.
Where does Roger teach?
Roger Pineda teaches at Baylands Golf Links in Palo Alto, CA.
What are Roger's qualifications?
Roger Pineda lists these certifications: Titleist Performance Institute - TPI Certified Level 1 and Trackman Certified.
What levels does Roger teach?
Roger lists beginner, intermediate, competitive and advanced players as the levels taught.
How can parents keep track of a child's progress?
Watch for gradual signs rather than big jumps, such as cleaner contact, a better sense of what to practice, or calmer reactions to a poor shot. Brief notes kept at home make progress easier to spot. Coaches can point to changes in technique and scores from practice games. If you are unsure, ask the coach to explain the current goals and how they plan to measure them.
How can lessons support a path to college golf?
Coaching can help a player build the skills college golf asks for: sound technique, a reliable short game, good course management and composure in competition. A coach can also help a player choose suitable events and set realistic goals. Academics and conduct matter to college programs as well, so they deserve steady attention. Every path looks different, and honest feedback about a player's level helps families plan wisely.
How do I contact Roger?
Send your details with the contact form on this page to ask about junior golf lessons in Palo Alto, CA. Roger Pineda receives them by email.
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