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Golf schools & lessons in Santa Monica, CA

6 golf schools, academies and teaching professionals in Santa Monica. Sorted by rating weighted for review volume — featured listings first. Claimed listings show lesson pricing, programs and credentials.

6

Listings

4.8

Avg rating

$60–100

Typical hourly

1

Owner-claimed

5 of these 6 listings have no pricing or programs.

Those are the two things students compare first. If one of them is yours, claiming is free and fills in the blanks — and Featured puts you where the first card is.

What golf lessons cost in Santa Monica

Typical local pricing, compiled from public sources — individual schools set their own rates.

Public Course/Outdoor PGA Instructor

$100–$150/hour

Standard 60-minute private lessons at public facilities or local ranges near Santa Monica.

Extended Outdoor Session

$225/90 minutes

Longer block lessons with independent PGA instructors, sometimes including range balls or fees.

Indoor Simulator & Tech Studio

$100–$175 per 30–60 min

High-tech studios like GOLFTEC use launch monitors and video analysis, often sold in packages.

Elite Performance Academy

$300–$350+ per lesson

Premium Westside academies offering biomechanics, fitness, and tour-level coaching.

Golf lessons in Santa Monica — common questions

Answers are generated from public sources and Google's “People also ask”.

How much do golf lessons cost in LA?
Lessons typically range from about $100 to $350+ per hour, depending on facility type, instructor credentials, and whether simulators or advanced swing analysis are used.
Is it worth paying for golf lessons?
Many golfers find lessons valuable for correcting swing flaws and speeding up improvement, though the value depends on instructor quality, personal goals, and how consistently you practice.
Is a 1 hour golf lesson enough?
A one-hour lesson is often enough to cover specific technique issues or drills, though ongoing improvement usually requires multiple sessions and practice between lessons.