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David Holmes

PGA Tour competitor

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David Holmes

Former D1 All-American Now Performance Coach

Full swing, Putting, Chipping · Knoxville · Golf

Korn Ferry Tour competitor and past memberPGA Tour Americas competitor and past memberCoach of PGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and Americas Tour playersPing All-American (honorable mention), University of Tennessee (2009)
Starting Price

Starting Price

$109.00

Lessons

Lessons

1

Followers

Followers

3

Social Media

Social Media

Instagram

Credentials

PGA Tour competitorKorn Ferry Tour competitor and past memberPGA Tour Americas competitor and past memberCoach of PGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and Americas Tour playersPing All-American (honorable mention), University of Tennessee (2009)

Highlights

  • Competed professionally for 13 years across the PGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA Americas Tour, and Developmental Tours
  • Hold the record for lowest round in the history of University of Tennessee golf in competition: 62 (-10) at Turtle Bay Intercollegiate
  • Placed top-25 at the NCAA Championship in back-to-back years, competing against the nation's best collegiate golfers
  • Part of the 2007 SEC Championship-winning Tennessee Volunteers golf team

Teaching Philosophy

I coach from experience, not just theory. I’ve learned from failures and successes alike with many great mentors and coaches along the way. My approach is summed up below: “You don’t rise to the level of your goals, you fall to the level of your systems” - James Clear This is how I implement a system: -Deliver an accurate diagnosis -Educate and help you fully understand the WHY and HOW to start fixing it -Develop a time line and PLAN to follow -Monitor practice habits and tendencies -Create frequent communication channels -Track progress and adjust when needed Communication in between sessions is the KEY to improving. More feedback = faster results I specialize in all areas of the game: full swing, putting, short game, course management, and practice plans

About the coach

My coaching platform aims to solve the two biggest problems that I’ve seen players struggle with in instruction:

#1: Most golfers take or receive a great lesson, but then are unable to recreate the feels in practice and feel lost. This can be due to improper practice habits or lack of communication with a coach

#2: Players not receiving accurate feedback or diagnosis of ROOT CAUSE of their issues and a clear plan of HOW to start fixing it

✳️Taking a long term approach with consistent communication and monitoring practice habits in between sessions is where the magic happens.

⭐️UNLIMITED plan subscribers will receive priority feedback and messaging preference.

Specialities

fullSwing
putting
shortGame

Sample Lesson

01.Original Videos

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02.Analysis Videos

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03.Other Videos

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Purchase Options

⭐️UNLIMITED Game Changer (most effective)

Unlimited Online Lessons
  • Full analysis and explanation of your swing, putting, or chipping followed by a step-by-step action plan based on your questionnaire answers.
  • Drills and “feels” videos of myself demonstrating HOW to make the moves necessary to improve and any further explanations needed to support the analysis
  • A detailed process of HOW to practice and a plan tailored to you to help you achieve your goals
  • Unlimited video submissions for analysis Unlimited messaging in our personalized chat to monitor your practice, progress, feels and questions Unlimited potential for improvement 📈
  • Priority response times on videos and messaging

$299.00/mo

with 2 month minimum commitment

Recurring billing, cancel anytime after 2 months

Unused lessons don't carry over to the next period

🥈Tour Blueprint- TWO lesson plan (Monthly)

2 Online Lessons
  • Analysis and feedback on full swing, chipping or putting followed by a clear action plan before the next lesson. You will have TWO of these full analyses each month.
  • Drills and “Feels” videos of myself demonstrating any further explanations needed and HOW to actually practice the moves
  • UNLIMITED messaging during the month in our personalized chat to discuss progress, feels, and how your progression is going

$175.00/mo

with 3 month minimum commitment

Recurring billing, cancel anytime after 3 months

Unused lessons don't carry over to the next period

🥇Single Lesson Diagnosis & Analysis

1 Online Lesson
  • One diagnosis and analysis of the ROOT CAUSE of your full swing, chipping or putting
  • Drills and “feels” videos of me demonstrating the proper moves you need to feel and work on
  • HOW to actually practice and implement the changes
  • Can send follow up swing progression after

$109.00

One time payment

🥉 3-pack of lessons: Build Your Foundation

3 Online Lessons
  • 3 full swing, chipping or putting analyses — valid for 3 months
  • Drills and “feels” videos to support video analysis and aid implementation and improvement
  • Annotated video feedback with on-screen draw tools each session
  • Text message support in our personalized chat throughout the 3- lesson window for continuous communication to assist in practice regimens, feels, and progress monitoring
  • Progress summary after final session with next-step recommendations

$279.00

One time payment

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.