John King
Junior Golf Lessons in Poland, ME
John King gives junior golf lessons in Poland, ME at Poland Spring Golf Course.
Poland Spring Golf Course
Poland, ME
Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviewsStarting at $125
- 2007 Dixie Section PGA Teacher of the Year
- US Kids Top 50 Kid Teacher
- Golf Digest #3 Top Teacher in the State of Alabama
- Dixie Section PGA Junior Golf Leader
- 2023 New England Section PGA Merchandiser of the Year
- Titleist Performance Institute Certified Level 1
- Trackman Certified Level 1
- Boditrak Certified
- K-Coach 3-D Motion Certified Level 2
- Plane Truth Golf Certified Level 2
About
Meet John King, Junior Golf Coach in Poland, ME
The Dixie Section PGA named John King Teacher of the Year in 2007 and also recognized him as Junior Golf Leader in the Alabama Chapter. He was Director of Instruction at Saugahatchee Country Club from 2005 to 2014. He is a US Kids Top 50 Kid Teacher and has been named a Golf Digest Top Teacher in Alabama and in Maine. Ken Venturi recruited him early in his career, and he worked for Venturi for eleven years.
John works toward a correct, repeatable impact by diagnosing each player's primary faults and recommending changes drawn from analysis of impact and ball flight. He builds the skills behind lower scores through measurable assessments and individualized plans for practice. Reviewers found that he explains swing changes and TrackMan numbers in terms players can follow, including why each change is made. Students reported seeing improvement within their first lesson.
John teaches at Poland Spring Golf Course in Poland, ME, and at Robert Trent Jones Golftrail Grand National in Opelika, AL.
Inside a lesson
Inside a lesson with John
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.Foresight SportsLaunch monitorTrackMan
- Putting and green readingStroke, face angle, roll and the slope of the green.TOMI putting analysis
- Body and motionHow the body moves and balances through the swing.BodiTrak force platesK-Vest3D analysis
- VideoSwings on screen, frame by frame, side by side.JC VideoTHINQ GolfUbersenseV1 videoVideo analysis
Credentials
Credentials and Coaching Experience
Listed by the coach
- Achievement: 2007 Dixie Section PGA Teacher of the Year
- Achievement: US Kids Top 50 Kid Teacher
- Achievement: Golf Digest #3 Top Teacher in the State of Alabama
- Achievement: Dixie Section PGA Junior Golf Leader
- Achievement: 2023 New England Section PGA Merchandiser of the Year
- Certification: Titleist Performance Institute Certified Level 1
- Certification: Trackman Certified Level 1
- Certification: Boditrak Certified
- Certification: K-Coach 3-D Motion Certified Level 2
- Certification: Plane Truth Golf Certified Level 2
Where to train
Where John Teaches Junior Golf Lessons in Poland, ME
- Primary location
Poland Spring Golf Course
Poland, ME
Robert Trent Jones Golftrail Grand National
Opelika, AL
FAQ
Questions parents ask
How much are lessons with John King?
Lessons with John King start at $125. Use the contact form on this page to ask about current rates.
Where does John teach?
John King teaches at Poland Spring Golf Course in Poland, ME. John also teaches at Robert Trent Jones Golftrail Grand National in Opelika, AL.
What are John's qualifications?
John King lists these certifications: Titleist Performance Institute Certified Level 1, Trackman Certified Level 1, Boditrak Certified and K-Coach 3-D Motion Certified Level 2.
What levels does John teach?
John lists beginner, intermediate, competitive and advanced players as the levels taught.
What do lessons with John cover?
John lists these areas of expertise: putting, short game, full swing, bunker play and fundamentals. John uses BodiTrak force plates, Foresight Sports, JC Video, K-Vest, a launch monitor, THINQ Golf, 3D analysis, TOMI putting analysis, TrackMan, Ubersense, V1 video and video analysis.
Does John help players prepare for college golf?
John lists college preparation as a coaching focus.
How can parents tell when a child is ready to start?
Readiness is more about behavior than size or skill. Signs to watch for include enjoying swinging a club or rolling a ball at a target, waiting for a turn, and staying with a simple task without drifting off. If most of these are present, talking with a coach about your child can help you judge the timing. If not, waiting a little longer does no harm.
What should my child expect at their first lesson?
Mostly introductions and a relaxed look at the basics. Coaches usually chat with a new player about any golf they have tried, then check fundamentals such as posture, aim and how the club is held. Many start near the green with putting or short chips, where early success builds confidence.
How do I contact John?
Send your details with the contact form on this page to ask about junior golf lessons in Poland, ME. John King receives them by email.
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