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GOLF ACADEMY

For the more serious side of golf, KDV Sport also provides clear pathways for those who want to achieve their dreams and aspirations

through our Golf Academy. We offer exclusive and unrivalled personal coaching, individually designed programs and technology

that sets us clearly apart from our competitors. Described as the “best golf coaching bays in Australia”, our 3 bays provide privacy, 

access to the latest technology and tranquil hinterland views as you hit out into the driving range

OUR INSTRUCTORS

  • 2 x winner of Australian PGA Coach of the Year; 2016 & 2020
  • 3 x Winner of PGA of Australia Queensland State Coach of the Year; 2013, 2015, 2019
  • Director of Instruction KDV Sport Golf Academy
  • Queensland Academy of Sport Assistant Coach
  • Golf Australia – QLD High Performance coach
  • Golf Australia – QLD Women’s Interstate series Coach
  • Kieron completed his PGA training in England where he worked as a golf coach for 10 years before moving to Australia in 2016. He is extremely passionate about coaching and developing his knowledge to help golfers of all levels and experience.
  • Taking a holistic approach to coaching, he works with each golfer to understand their swing technique, the body-swing connection and the skills required to improve their golf game. This approach enables a golfer to understand their own game and how they can get the best from it, achieving what is the main goal for more enjoyment playing golf. 
  • Whether you are just starting out, a regular on the links or an aspiring professional, Kieron will work with you to develop a plan so you can achieve your goals.
  • Certified Australian PGA Professional – Advanced Golf Coaching
  • Trackman Level 1 & 2 Certification
  • 2022 QLD Junior Golf Program of the year
  • Master Golf Club Fitter, Club Repairs and Building
  • Exceptional Ladies Program development
  • Mentored by Australia’s elite coaches.
  • 8 years of Golf Industry Experience 
  • TPI Certified Level 1
  • PGA Certified Golf Professional
  • Advanced in Coaching and Game Development
  • Diploma in Sports Coaching
  • NDIS Certified Golf Coach for Golfers with Disabilities
  • Cromer Golf Club Course Record Holder
  • Nurturing Junior Golfers through Fundamental Skill Development
  • Dedicated to Increasing Women’s Participation in Golf
  • PGA Associate 
  • Graduated from University of the Southwest in the US
  • Junior coaching experience 
  • Trackman Level 1  
  • 2018 Golf Qld – Junior Development
  • S&C Coach
  • 2014 ALPG Rookie Of Year
  • 2014 Meriton Invitational Winner
  • 2011 St Rules Trophy Winner
    St Andrews
  • 2011 #2 in Australia

Teaching staff at Royal Melbourne GC for the past 5 years and currently works with European Tour Winner Lucas Herbert, Kornferry Tour Player Ryan Ruffels and 2019 US Women’s Amateur Champion Gabi Ruffels to name a few.

TECHNOLOGY AVAILABLE IN EACH LESSON

GASP Lab video software offers the opportunity to analyse movement in high speed and provide us with feedback as to how the body is functioning in the golf swing.
K Vest measures the human movements with accuracy not possible with cameras or the naked eye, this is done in 3D motion. This allows us to understand how a player moves. Therefore, we can create an action plan to improve based on biomechanics and kinematic sequence reporting.
SAM Balance Lab is an ultra-high resolution pressure plate to evaluate balance and weight transfer during a golf swing. The pressure signals and synchronized video are recorded in parallel and then interactively analysed in detail.
SAM Putt Lab analyses the 28 most important parameters of your putting stroke and displays the results in easy to understand graphic reports. Discover your individual strengths and weaknesses for a better and more efficient training.
TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) is the world’s leading educational organization dedicated to the study of how the human body functions in relation to the golf swing. TPI Certified Instructors are certified to conduct physical screenings measuring a player’s body motions and relating them to their golf swing. Once a screening is complete, each player who has been screened receives an 8-week exercise program specific to their needs with videos accessible online to help the player overcome muscular imbalances and mobility issues thus creating more efficiency in the player’s technique.
Trackman displays the shot’s 3D trajectory together with 26 impact and ball flight parameters in real time. Discover the importance and advantage of receiving instant and actionable feedback on club delivery, launch, ball flight and landing. The mapping of swing DNA is now possible, as is the quantification and comparison of swing feel vs. real. This technology also empowers us to monitor patterns and swing changes over time.
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Private Coaching Bays

Described as the “best golf coaching bays in Australia”, our 3 bays provide privacy, access to the latest technology and tranquil hinterland views as you hit out into the driving range.

PGA Qualified Coaches

Our coaches are certified PGA professionals with expertise from junior & beginner to advanced & professional tuition.

Latest Technology

Our point of difference is our coaches and technology. Combined, these two elements provide our clients with unbridled access to the very latest data & analysis to improve your game.

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PRIVATE COACHING PRICE LIST

PRIVATE COACHING

ADULT
  • Director of Instruction - $229
  • Instructor - $150

FULL DAY COACHING

8 HOURS
  • Director of Instruction - By request
  • Instructor - $1100

PLAYING LESSON

9 Holes
  • Director of Instruction - By request
  • Senior Instructor - $315

AIM POINT

  • Director of Instruction - $300

JUNIOR COACHING

HIGH SCHOOL YR 12 AND UNDER
  • Director of Instruction - By request
  • instructor - $115

HALF DAY COACHING

4 HOURS
  • Director of Instruction - By request
  • Instructor - $550

TPI SCREENING

  • Director of Instruction - By request

MENTAL PERFORMANCE

  • Jamie Glazier - $220

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Hot Shots Red Plus Program (6-8 Years)

Overview: This is a coach selected program for the more competitive red ball player. There is a minimum playing level required for these squads which is assessed by out professional coaching team. Players training in these squads are expected to be playing multiple times per week including match play and competing in in-house leagues, future stars events and local red ball tournament series events.

Sessions Times & Fees: To see available times & fees click the book now button 

Court Size: 5.5m x 8.2m

Tennis Ball: Red Ball (25% compression)

Recommended Racquet Size: 21-23”

Further information about our coaching program can be found here FAQ Sheet

Yellow Ball Plus (12-17 years)

Overview: Choose 2 squads from the below times. These are full court yellow ball squads for players in the yellow program that want to develop their game to the best of their ability and possibly move into more competitive squads, fixtures and tournaments in the future. There is a minimum playing ability required (assessed by our professional coaching team) with some coaching and playing experience necessary. It is recommended that players in these squads are taking some private lessons in conjunction with the squads as well as playing in regular inter-club fixtures team matches.

Sessions Times & Fees: To see available times & fees click the book now button 

Full court size: 10.0m x 23.7m

Tennis ball: Yellow ball (Full compression)

Recommended racquet size:  26-27 inches

Further information about our coaching program can be found here FAQ Sheet

Yellow Ball Groups (12-17 years)

Overview: No minimum playing experience required and players can join this program at any stage. As with all the other junior coaching programs it also includes free access to our weekly in-house match play sessions. At this stage players are taught all areas of the game both technical and tactical on a full sized court and guided into hopefully playing in regular inter-club fixtures or in-house match play sessions. Our yellow ball groups are aimed at the more sociable teenage player who wants to learn and improve but not necessarily interested in competing at a high level.

Sessions Times & Fees: To see available times & fees click the book now button 

Full court size: 10.0m x 23.7m

Tennis ball: Yellow ball (Full compression)

Recommended racquet size: 26-27 inches

Further information about our coaching program can be found here FAQ Sheet

Hot Shots Green PLUS (9-11 years)

Overview: This program is designed for the more competitive green ball player. There is a minimum playing level required for this and it is expected that players are having regular private lessons and competing in regular individual and team tournaments & events. This program has a selection criteria based on an assessment from our professional coaching staff. The green plus program is a launch pad into the KDV Performance Tennis program. For more information on this program click here.

Sessions Times & Fees: To see available times & fees click the book now button 

Green court size: 10.0m x 23.7m

Tennis ball: Red ball (25 per cent compression)

Recommended racquet size: 25-26 inches

Further information about our coaching program can be found here FAQ Sheet

Hot Shots Green Stage (11-12 years)

Overview: The green ball program runs on the full court size using slightly softer balls so the bounce is not quite as high and the rally speed is slightly slower to again make learning easier and more fun for the kids. The general green ball program does not have any minimum playing standard and kids can join the program at any time during the year. At this stage players are taught all areas of the game both technical and tactical and guided into hopefully playing in regular inter-club fixtures or in-house match play sessions.

The KDV green ball program also includes in-house match play sessions as a free addition to all classes and gets the kids practicing what they learn in their lessons against other kids from the club in a fun, coach supervised, team environment.

Sessions Times & Fees: To see available times & fees click the book now button 

Green court size: 10.0m x 23.7m
Tennis ball: Green ball (75 per cent compression)

Recommended racquet size: 25-26 inches

Further information about our coaching program can be found here FAQ Sheet

Hot Shots Orange Plus Program (7-10 years)

Overview: The KDV ‘Orange Plus’ Program is for the more competitive orange ball player. These sessions run twice per week and it is expected that kids in this program are taking regular private lessons and competing in regular inter-club events. There is a minimum playing level requirement for these sessions which is assessed by our professional coaching team.

Sessions Times & Fees: To see available times & fees click the book now button 

Orange court size: 6.4m x 18.3m

Tennis ball: Orange ball (50 per cent compression)

Recommended racquet size: 23-25 inches

Further information about our coaching program can be found here FAQ Sheet

Hot Shots Orange Stage (8-10 years)

Overview: No minimum playing standard required and kids can join the program at any stage through the year. Played over the full court net with the baselines brought in a little closer towards the service line, the orange ball lessons make learning easier and more fun.

There is no rush to move kids out of orange ball to the next level. Sometimes they may stay in the orange level for up to 3 years. It is important that kids learn all aspects of the game in an environment that is suited to their size and ability. Our orange stage is also includes regular in-house match play. This is a free addition to all classes and gets the kids practicing what they learn in their lessons against other kids from the club in a fun, coach supervised, team environment.

From there we also have inter-club team events and for the more advanced red ball kids the Gold Coast Orange Ball Tournament Series. Please ask your coach for more details on this. Download the yearly event planner here.

Sessions Times & Fees: To see available times & fees click the book now button 

Orange court size: 6.4m x 18.3m
Tennis ball: Orange ball (50 per cent compression)

Recommended racquet size: 23-25 inches

Further information about our coaching program can be found here FAQ Sheet

Hot Shots Red Stage (5-8 years)

Overview:This is an entry level class where kids will learn the basics of tennis including rallying,basic scoring, serving and understanding how to compete. Perfect for all kids aged between 5-8 years old of any level. Kids can join at any stage through the year. We grade the classes with lesson plans to help progress the kids and find their level.There is no rush to move kids out of red ball to the next level. Sometimes they may stay in the red level for up to 3 years. It is important that kids learn all aspects of the game in an environment that is suited to their size and ability.Our red stage is also where we introduce the kids to in-house match play.This is a free addition to all classes and gets the kids practicing what they learn in their lessons against other kids from the club in a fun, coach supervised, team environment.

From there we also have inter-club team events and for the more advanced red ball kids the Gold Coast Red Ball Tournament Series. Ask your coach about more info on these. Download your yearly event planner here.

Sessions Times & Fees: To see available times & fees click the book now button 

Red court size: 3m × 8.2m or 5.5m x 8.2m

Tennis ball: Red ball (25 per cent compression)

Recommended racquet size: 21-23 inches

Further information about our coaching program can be found here FAQ Sheet

Hot Shots Blue Stage (3-5 years)

Overview: Blue Hot Shots is ideal for children between the ages of 3 and 5. It is a Fundamental Motor Skills program based around the basics of movement, balance, and coordination, throwing, catching and striking.

Our Blue Stage program is a launch pad and helps to familiarise children with the size and bounce of a Red Hot Shots court and ball while focusing heavily on improving their fundamental and perceptual motor skills. These skills are essential as children begin to move into Red Hot Shots and beyond.

Sessions Times & Fees: To see available times & fees click the book now button 

Blue court size: 3m × 8.23
Tennis ball: Red ball (25 per cent compression)

Recommended racquet size: 19-21 inches

Further information about our coaching program can be found here FAQ Sheet