Quintin Van Der Berg

PGA Fellow Professional

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Quintin Van Der Berg

PGA Fellow Professional with 30+ years of global experience, 40,000+ lessons delivered, and Tour winners across the DP World Tour, Sunshine Tour, and Asian Tour.

Wentworth Club · Wentworth Club · Golf

TPI Expert CoachScott Cowx Master CertifiedTrackman CertifiedCapto CertifiedThe Golfing Machine (TGM) / MORAD CertifiedLynn Blake Certified Senior Instructor
Reviews

Reviews

67

Starting Price

Starting Price

$199.00

Lessons

Lessons

397

Followers

Followers

65

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Social Media

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Credentials

PGA Fellow ProfessionalTPI Expert CoachScott Cowx Master CertifiedTrackman CertifiedCapto CertifiedThe Golfing Machine (TGM) / MORAD CertifiedLynn Blake Certified Senior Instructor

Highlights

  • Delivered over 40,000 lessons to golfers ranging from beginners to elite Tour professionals
  • Coached winners on the DP World Tour, Sunshine Tour, and Asian Tour, including 7 Sunshine Tour champions and 1 European Tour winner
  • Worked with over 50 Tour players, including Garth Mulroy, Trevor Fisher Jnr, Neil Schietekat, and Peter Karmis
  • Former Academy Director at the flagship David Leadbetter Academy in Spain and the Els Performance Academy in Asia
  • Keynote speaker at the PGA of Spain National Teaching Conference and multiple PGA coaching summits
  • Coached 12 National Amateur Champions and players who competed in The Open Championship

Teaching Philosophy

My coaching philosophy begins with one simple principle: every golfer is unique, and your lessons should reflect that. I look at the needs of each individual player from a swing perspective and where they reside on the overall swing spectrum. Some players need improved geometry and reduced degrees of freedom; others need greater athleticism and freedom of movement. There is no one-size-fits-all answer, and I've never believed in cookie-cutter instruction. After more than three decades working with golfers at every level — from first-timers to Tour winners — I've learned that lasting improvement comes from blending technical precision with an understanding of the mental and physical demands of the game. I use the very best technology available, including Trackman, Boditrak, HackMotion, Capto, and Sportsbox AI, not to overwhelm students with data, but to give us clarity. Why guess when you can measure? Above all, I want every golfer I work with to leave the lesson with confidence — knowing exactly what to work on, why it matters, and how to make it stick. Whether you're chasing a Tour card or just trying to break 90, my goal is the same: to help you play better golf and enjoy this game more.

About the coach

I'm a PGA Fellow Professional with over three decades of international coaching experience and a passion for transforming golfers at every level of the game. South African-born and globally shaped, my career has taken me from the flagship David Leadbetter Academy in Spain to the Els Performance Academy in Asia, where I served as Academy Director and worked alongside elite players from around the world. Those years sharpened my coaching eye, deepened my understanding of what it truly takes to develop a golfer, and reinforced my belief that world-class instruction should be available to everyone.

I now operate VderbergGolf, and in that time I've delivered over 40,000 lessons — a number that reflects not just volume, but an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement. I've had the privilege of coaching over 50 Tour professionals, including winners on the DP World Tour, Sunshine Tour, and Asian Tour, as well as 12 National Amateur Champions and players who have competed on the grandest stages in the game, including The Open Championship.

My coaching is built on the latest technology — Trackman, Capto, HackMotion, Boditrak, and more — paired with certifications that reflect a lifelong pursuit of knowledge, including TPI Expert, Scott Cowx Master Certified, Golfing Machine/MORAD, and Lynn Blake Senior Instructor. I also bring that expertise online, delivering structured, personalised video lessons to students anywhere in the world.

Whether you're a beginner picking up a club for the first time or an elite amateur targeting your Tour card, I bring the same energy, precision, and genuine care to every session. Let's get to work.

Specialities

fullSwing
shortGame
juniorGolf

Sample Lesson

01.Original Videos

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02.Analysis Videos

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03.Other Videos

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Videos

Lowpoint control

Lowpoint control

The grid for draws

The grid for draws

Old school posture

Old school posture

Pressure transition

Pressure transition

Fix your slice today !

Fix your slice today !

Ground reaction and backswing trigger to assist with hip turn

Ground reaction and backswing trigger to assist with hip turn

Creating room for the right arm approaching impact

Creating room for the right arm approaching impact

Bunkers 101

Bunkers 101

2 Grips / 2 Hinge motions

2 Grips / 2 Hinge motions

The break effect here shown in hockey and how to transfer speed

The break effect here shown in hockey and how to transfer speed

Swing centers to control lowpoint with irons

Swing centers to control lowpoint with irons

Rory vs Adam driver comparison

Rory vs Adam driver comparison

Swing analysis Charl Schwarzel

Swing analysis Charl Schwarzel

A little comparison between Rory and Furyk and power production with both

A little comparison between Rory and Furyk and power production with both

Turn down release aka Tommy Fleetwood .

Turn down release aka Tommy Fleetwood .

5 Trackman Imperatives

5 Trackman Imperatives

Drill for timing the COM and it’s relationship to lead arm for increased club speed

Drill for timing the COM and it’s relationship to lead arm for increased club speed

Lead shoulder trajectory and controlling lowpoint and angle of attack

Lead shoulder trajectory and controlling lowpoint and angle of attack

Different clubface vectors and wrist motions for face control and trajectories

Different clubface vectors and wrist motions for face control and trajectories

Linear and angular contributions to club head speed

Linear and angular contributions to club head speed

Grip and it’s effects on hinge motion

Grip and it’s effects on hinge motion

Creating a lower hands feel through impact with this simple drill

Creating a lower hands feel through impact with this simple drill

Managing arms and pivot sequence when chipping with total golf trainer

Managing arms and pivot sequence when chipping with total golf trainer

Controlling pelvis structure and spine tilt during downswing

Controlling pelvis structure and spine tilt during downswing

Managing swing radius and controlling clubface with swingyde

Managing swing radius and controlling clubface with swingyde

Steep to shallow feel laying the shaft down and shallowing out swing

Steep to shallow feel laying the shaft down and shallowing out swing

Width and arm structure in the swing

Width and arm structure in the swing

Two wrist motions for short game success

Two wrist motions for short game success

Saving up the right arm and correct right side bent at impact

Saving up the right arm and correct right side bent at impact

The left hand grip and its importance in creating leverage

The left hand grip and its importance in creating leverage

Developing a planar swing

Developing a planar swing

Reviews

4.96 / 5

Based on 67 ratings

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Fantastic coach

Matt O Rourke

Matt O Rourke

June 12, 2024Live

Buzzing after the first lesson. Now to practice.

James Denham

James Denham

February 27, 2024Live

Amazing lesson. Quick solves with super easy to follow instructions. Looking forward to the next one.

Mitch Lovich

Mitch Lovich

February 5, 2024Live

Great session, really enjoyed the technical aspects and really feel like were building a swing Im happy with and understand WHY Im happy with it

Edmund Erskine

Edmund Erskine

January 23, 2024Live

Quintin is a game changer. A lovely man who tailors his coaching to you. Can't wait for the next lesson.

Jake Noden

Jake Noden

November 24, 2023Live

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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.

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