
About the coach
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Hi—I’m John Montgomery III, Director of Golf at The Golf Performance Academy (Ridgefield, CT) and a Golf Digest Best Young Coaches in America honoree. I’ve delivered 2,300+ online lessons with a 4.99★ rating and coach juniors, college players, and competitive adults worldwide. My coaching blends data (TrackMan), simple feels, and clear practice plans so you know exactly what to do between lessons.
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What you’ll get with me
1️⃣ Clear diagnosis of your 1–2 biggest levers (no jargon)
2️⃣ Modeled demo video of the movement I want you to copy
3️⃣ Drills & reps you can run this week (at range or at home)
4️⃣ Checkpoint clips so we lock the feel before it fades
5️⃣ 48-hour feedback loop to keep you progressing
Monthly plans include
Practice session monitoring: send clips from your sessions—I’ll course-correct in real time so the “feels” stick
Weekly training plan: exactly what to practice, how many reps, and how to measure progress
Chat support for quick questions between lessons
Tech & credentials
TrackMan L1 & L2 • TPI L1 & L2 • USKids • Scott Cowx Advanced
Former Alabama State standout (SWAC Medalist/Champion) • Coached players across junior → NCAA → pro tours
47k+ on IG with features on Golf Channel’s Swing Expedition and GolfPass (Through the Bag)
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Who I’m perfect for
8–25 HCP serious improvers who want structure and accountability
Juniors eyeing college golf and tournament prep
Players fixing early extension, low-point control, or face/path issues
Anyone chasing +15–30 yards the sustainable way (ground forces + sequencing)
How it works
Upload down-the-line & face-on (waist-high) in good light
Tell me your goal (e.g., break 80, add 20 yards, stop the hook)
Get your analysis, demo, drills, and 7-day plan within 48 hours
Ready to start?
Try the First-Time Assessment (or a Single Lesson) if you want a quick win
Commit with CORE/PRO/ELITE monthly for momentum and accountability
Or just follow for the free snapshot and we’ll take it from there
Thanks for checking out my page—wherever you are 🌍, I’ll help you build a swing you trust under pressure.
Specialities
Sample Lesson
01.Original Videos
02.Analysis Videos
03.Other Videos
Videos

Move slow to learn fast!

Push fade (TrackMan breakdown)

6 exercises for your golf swing

Drill for hook miss

Great way to progress through swing changes

Putting

Chipping vs pitching

At home training drill

How to set up for a draw

Draw drill

Drill to help you get body through the ball

Distance wedge breakdown

6 steps to have a solid routine

Under plane?

Make swing changes faster

Quick drill for my over-swingers!

Control the low point of your swing

Impact zone training

A great way to “feel” how to shallow the shaft early in transition

Get the most out of your practice with this set up

My journey to hitting BOMBS 💣

My swing preferences

Understanding feedback from the golf ball

Routine routine routine!

Stop the early extension with this drill!

Control your wedge distance better with this tip!

Get more extension by using the ground

Poor Alignment: Biggest reason why golfers “lose it”

Perfect your take away with this drill.

3 quick tips to stop the slice!
Reviews
Based on 675 ratings
Overall rating
Great lesson! John gave me direction on where I should go working through some swing changes this Winter. His detail and expertise has me excited to work on my swing.

Kevin Radey
September 15, 2025 • Online
Thank you for the chip shot and bunker shot videos!

Larry Chen
September 6, 2025 • Online
Great feedback thanks John!

Larry Chen
August 31, 2025 • Online
I have a love hate with this one! Love that we are making progress and love the accountability you are driving! Hate that I have to repeat the same drills for so dangerous long!

Jason Hawks
April 28, 2025 • Online
Loving the detailed practice plans and the accountability partnership. Operation win the family tournament is on

Jason Hawks
March 29, 2025 • Online
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