Trace Martin

Former Division 1 college golfer & 2 decades experience of comp golf · Ballina · Golf

Reviews

Starting Price

$175.99

Lessons

190

Followers

166

Social Media

About the coach

I’m a former Division 1 golfer at Texas State University with 2 decades of competitive golf experience. I’ve been fortunate enough to play in tournaments such as the U.S. Junior Am.

My coaching focuses on helping players actually understand their swing—not just copy positions or feels—so they can understand when they swing correctly and when they don’t. And what they need to do to swing the club towards the target and play with confidence on the course.

I work with golfers of all skill levels, from beginners trying to build a solid foundation to experienced players looking to sharpen specific parts of their game. Whether it’s dialing in your swing mechanics, improving consistency, or learning how to translate range performance to the course, I’ll give you clear, simple feedback you can actually apply.

My goal is to keep things as SIMPLE as possible —golf instruction in today’s era is very overcomplicated and confusing.

“I relate the golf swing to baking a cake. The less ingredients you need to bake your cake the more repeatable the recipe is. Making your golf swing more consistent, and allowing you to hit more greens and have more birdie putts.” -Trace

If you’re serious about improving your game and want coaching that’s tailored to you, I’d love to work together.

Specialities

fullSwing

mentalGame

Sample Lesson

01.Original Videos

02.Analysis Videos

03.Other Videos

Reviews

4.78 / 5

Based on 50 ratings

Overall rating

Another great lesson!

Ronan Conlon

September 20, 2026 • Online

Great stuff!!

Joël Gagnon

September 12, 2026 • Online

Trace Martin

September 13, 2026

Joël you will go far legend! And I am here to support you every step of the way. Let’s dial in that footwork one step at a time. I’m here to help 💪🏼

Feedback has been given directly to Trace. I paid over £250 for two very poor lessons. After only two weeks, Trace then put his out-of-office on something that had never been mentioned beforehand. M…

Phil Anderson

September 2, 2026 • Online

Trace Martin

September 13, 2026

Sorry to hear you weren't happy, Phil. We put together a swing plan after our first call and were still waiting on the additional video angles we asked for to keep refining it before things wrapped up…

Nothing close to what I expected and have paid nearly £250 for 2 very poor lessons

Phil Anderson

September 2, 2026 • Online

Trace Martin

September 13, 2026

Sorry to hear that, Phil. We had a plan in place after our first call and were waiting on some follow-up videos to keep building on it. I put a lot of care into every student's coaching. I’m happy to…

Excellent coach. Enjoying the lessons.

Ronan Conlon

August 9, 2026 • Online

Trace Martin

August 9, 2026

Let's gooooo Ronan! Updated 1:1 practice logs coming out this week. I'm proud of you and your commitment to getting a little bit better everyday! Stay patient and trust the process 💪🏼

Purchase Options

Online Lesson

1 Online Lesson

Send me 3 swing videos. From face-on, down-the-line, and directly behind.
I will analyze them with voiceover feedback and create a personalized video myself with specific drills tailored to your swing changes.
Turnaround time is 48-72 hours due to a high volume of lesson submissions. This policy is in place to ensure high quality lessons for everyone.

Development Coaching

4 Online Lessons

1 Zoom Lesson

1 Course

1 x 60min Zoom Lesson/mo
⚠️ Limited to just 15 Development Coaching students to ensure every golfer receives the time and attention they deserve. Once all spots are filled, applications will close.
Build Your Process—Stop chasing swing tips and start building a process you'll trust on your best days and your toughest ones.
Understand why every shot happens so you always know what adjustment to make next—instead of starting over.
Stop rebuilding your swing after two or three bad shots. Learn to make confident adjustments instead.
Development Coaching includes a 3-month commitment because lasting improvement takes time. Great golfers aren't built in one lesson—they're built through consistent coaching, purposeful practice, and a process they trust.
My goal isn't to build the perfect swing. It's to build a golfer who trusts their process enough that one bad swing never becomes one bad round.
Course: Foundations of an Efficient Golf Swing

Courses

FREE LESSONS

Free Golf Swing Lesson: The One Move That Changed Everything For Me As A Division 1 College Golfer If you’re struggling with inconsistent contact, slices, weak shots, or feeling like you’re forcing the golf swing, this free lesson is for you. Inside this lesson, I’ll show you one of the biggest concepts I teach my private students—the movement that helps the club shallow naturally, improves compression, and allows you to create effortless speed without trying to “hit” the golf ball. This isn’t a list of random tips. It’s a simple concept you can take to the range today and immediately start working on. In this free lesson, you’ll learn: * Why most golfers lose power before they even start the downswing. * The movement that helps sequence your body correctly. * How to create speed without swinging harder. * A simple drill you can practice to start making cleaner contact. Whether you’re trying to break 100, 90, or 80, understanding this movement can completely change how you think about the golf swing. Watch the lesson, give the drill a try, and let me know how it goes. If you want personalized feedback on your own swing, you can also apply for my online coaching program where I’ll analyze your swing and build a plan specifically for you.

Foundations of an Efficient Golf Swing

Most golfers spend years chasing swing tips without ever understanding **how the golf swing actually works**. That's why improvement feels inconsistent. **Foundations of an Efficient Golf Swing** is the first lesson series in my coaching system, designed to give you the understanding every great golf swing is built on. Through nine short, easy-to-follow lessons, you'll learn: * How the golf club is designed to swing * The proper backswing and the muscles that move the club * Where speed and power actually come from * How to transfer energy efficiently into the golf ball * Why your hands need to work left to hit the ball straighter * Simple at-home drills to build the right movement patterns Each lesson is just 3–6 minutes long, making it easy to watch, understand, and apply to your own swing. By the end of this series, you'll have a clear blueprint for building an efficient golf swing, allowing you to practice with purpose, diagnose your own swing more effectively, and make lasting improvements instead of relying on endless swing tips. Whether you're just starting out or have been playing for years, these are the fundamentals that every golfer should understand before moving on to more advanced concepts. Build the right foundation—and everything else becomes easier. 🏌🏼‍♂️

Frequently asked questions

What is an online golf lesson?

An online golf lesson is a way of learning golf skills and techniques from a coach or instructor through the internet, using video analysis, live coaching, or online courses. On Skillest, you can get private instruction with an elite golf coach without even leaving your home. Just record your golf swing and send it to your coach, along with any goals, questions, or other information that will help your coach create the right plan for you.

What are the benefits of an online lesson using Skillest?

Online golf lessons using Skillest offer many benefits, such as convenience, affordability, flexibility, and access to the largest selection of the most talented golf coaches in one place. Through video recordings, side by side comparisons, and conversations you have with your coach, you will receive comprehensive feedback on what you need to improve and how to improve these areas. When you get a lesson on Skillest, you don’t need to schedule a time or drive to your lesson. You can just record your swing and message your coach whenever you have questions.

How do I receive feedback from my coach?

You will receive feedback from your coach through the Skillest app. Your coach will record their own videos with their analysis as well as additional drills to work on and send them back to you inside the lesson. You can watch your coach’s analysis, which may include video, audio, text, or drawings and see the changes and improvements they suggest for your swing. You can also ask your coach follow-up questions you have, and chat with them through the app. You can also review your feedback and track your progress anytime on the app.

What are the different types of lesson plans I can purchase?

Skillest offers a variety of plans and packages available for purchase. You can purchase a single online lesson, lesson packages, monthly subscriptions, or live Zoom lessons. Many coaches also offer video-based courses in addition to one-on-one coaching. Note: Not every coach will offer each type of lesson plan available.

What are Courses?

Courses are a series of instructional videos created by expert coaches that cover a wide range of sport-specific topics. Whether you're looking to refine your technique, master strategy, boost your fitness, or enhance your mental game, our courses are designed to help you excel in your chosen sport—be it golf, swimming, cricket, basketball, or baseball.