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PGA Professional (15+ Years)

Samuel Phillips 🇦🇺

Australian PGA Professional & Stack and Tilt® Network Instructor delivering structured, geometry-based coaching in Orange, NSW.

Online · Orange · Golf

Stack and Tilt® Network InstructorMini Tour Player

Reviews

106

Starting Price

$75.00

Lessons

396

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Credentials

PGA Professional (15+ Years)Stack and Tilt® Network InstructorMini Tour Player

Highlights

Trained directly under Stack & Tilt® co-creator Andy Plummer.
15+ years of PGA Professional coaching experience across all skill levels
Competed as a Mini Tour player, bringing real competitive insight to every lesson
286+ online video lessons completed with students around the world

Teaching Philosophy

My coaching philosophy is simple: lasting improvement comes from understanding, not chasing tips or quick fixes. I coach using the Stack & Tilt® system, focusing on three fundamentals: low point, power, and controlling curvature. It’s a systematic approach that takes the guesswork out of improving your golf swing. I combine swing mechanics, video analysis, technology, and practical coaching to help golfers understand what they’re doing, why they’re doing it, and how to improve. If you’re anything like me, golf isn’t just a passion. It’s something that can make your day or leave you sitting in silence on the drive home, thinking about every missed shot. I’m constantly working on my own game, learning and looking for ways to improve. That process never ends, and it’s exactly how I approach coaching. No guesswork. No quick fixes. Just a clear plan for long-term improvement. Ask me how I can help improve your game!

About the coach

I'm an Australian PGA Professional with over 15 years of coaching experience, a former Mini Tour competitor, and one of Australia's Stack & Tilt® Network instructors. I run the Samuel Phillips Golf Academy out of Orange, NSW, where I'm based at Wentworth Golf Club.

My journey to this point wasn't straightforward. Like many golfers, I spent years chasing the right swing, trying different methods, and leaving lessons still searching for answers. That all changed when I trained under Stack & Tilt® co-creator Andy Plummer. What I learned in those 2 schools reshaped everything I knew about the golf swing — and I've been coaching through that system ever since.

I work with men, women, and juniors of all ages and abilities. My lessons combine ball-flight laws, video analysis, swing geometry, and personalised practice planning to give you a crystal-clear picture of your game and a real path forward. I focus on the three core fundamentals — low point, power, and control of curvature — and I'm known for the depth and detail I bring to every session, whether in person or online.

Having played at a competitive level myself, I understand the frustration of not performing to your potential. That's what drives me as a coach — I don't want any of my students going through the confusion I once experienced. I'm here to give you structure, knowledge, and results.

Specialities

fullSwing

distance

shortGame

Sample Lesson

01.Original Videos

03.Other Videos

Reviews

4.97 / 5

Based on 106 ratings

Overall rating

Great feedback with clear drills to work on

Terry Pilkadaris

September 9, 2026 • Online

Another excellent lesson from Sam with clear explanation and issue specific drills which have improved my swing in a very short period of time

Chris Chesky

September 9, 2026 • Online

I've had a couple of great online lessons with Sam through Skillest. Sam did a fantastic job identifying the key issues in my swing and explaining them in a simple, easy-to-understand way. The drills…

Cem Okan

August 31, 2026 • Online

Enjoyed learning about more technical aspects of the swing. Will require some practice to undo compensatory aspects of my swing. Have realised this is what I need to unlock more consistent ball flight…

Thomas Carruthers

August 14, 2026 • Live

2nd lesson to date and exceptional analysis and importantly clear explanation on swing issues and and how to address them in structured way with tailored drills and plan. So far i highly recommend Sam…

Chris Chesky

August 11, 2026 • Online

Purchase Options

Free Consultation

Free 15-Min Kick-off Call

Book a free 15-minute call to discuss your goals and how we can work together. This is a great way for us to get to know each other and see if we're a good fit!

Schedule Consultation

Online Monthly UNLIMITED Coaching

Unlimited Online Lessons

6 Courses

Unlimited swing Analysis
Stack & Tilt® geometry framework applied to every analysis
Monthly structured practice plan with priority drills
Unlimited messaging for questions between submissions
Progress tracking across the month with written milestone notes
Response within 48 hours per submission
Access to intro to stack and tilt, drills and set up key points albums
Course: Introduction to Stack and Tilt
Course: The Golf Setup: Irons
Course: The Fortnight playbook — BEGINNER
3 more courses

Monthly Plan Lite option

2 Online Lessons

5 Courses

Personalized video analysis of your golf swing using Skillest's coaching tools
A custom coach response with the key priorities and next steps
Drills or practice tasks to help you apply the feedback
2 lessons Per month
Access to drills library
Monthly practice plan
Course: Introduction to Stack and Tilt
Course: The Golf Setup: Irons
Course: The Fortnight playbook — BEGINNER
2 more courses

Online Starter Analysis

1 Online Lesson

Face-on and down-the-line angle breakdown
Personalised drill prescription targeting your #1 priority
Written summary of findings and next steps
Response delivered within 48 hours

Geometry Trio – 3-Lesson Online Pack

3 Online Lessons

3 x video swing analyses using Stack & Tilt® geometry principles
Progressive lesson structure — each analysis builds on the last
Custom practice plan updated after each submission
Drill library tailored to your swing pattern
Direct messaging between submissions for quick questions
Response within 48 hours per lesson

Courses

The Fortnight Playbook — LOW HANDICAP

A 30-day, drill-based golf practice program built for people with real schedules — a full-time job, kids, and course access only once a fortnight. Every session is 10–20 minutes, done from a home garage setup, and focused on quality repetition rather than hitting bucket after bucket of balls. Two built-in course days let you test what you’ve drilled where it counts. Low-Handicap For players refining fine margins. Drills add pressure putting, tempo counts, trajectory control and shot-shaping work — designed to sharpen precision and hold up when it matters most, on the course.

The Fortnight Playbook — MID HANDICAP

A 30-day, drill-based golf practice program built for people with real schedules — a full-time job, kids, and course access only once a fortnight. Every session is 10–20 minutes, done from a home garage setup, and focused on quality repetition rather than hitting bucket after bucket of balls. Two built-in course days let you test what you’ve drilled where it counts. Mid-Handicap The core program. Built for the golfer who already has the basics but wants tighter, more repeatable ball-striking and a reliable short game — sharpening start lines, tempo, and contact quality in short daily sessions.

Introduction to Stack and Tilt

Most golfers are told to shift off the ball for power… but what if staying centred is the key to striking it pure? Here’s your introduction to Stack and Tilt.

The Fortnight playbook — BEGINNER

A 30-day, drill-based golf practice program built for people with real schedules — a full-time job, kids, and course access only once a fortnight. Every session is 10–20 minutes, done from a home garage setup, and focused on quality repetition rather than hitting bucket after bucket of balls. Two built-in course days let you test what you’ve drilled where it counts. Beginner For golfers still building the fundamentals. Drills focus on grip, setup, balance and simple, repeatable contact — bigger targets, shorter distances, and more forgiving margins so confidence builds alongside consistency.

The Golf Setup: Irons

Easy to follow but detail view of the correct setup for iron shots, pause the video at anytime to study images. This is a must before you start any golf swing changes!

Get a Grip: learn the basic golf grip

The grip is your only connection to the golf club, so getting your hands positioned correctly is an important part of building a consistent golf swing. This guide will take you through the basic steps to create a comfortable, functional grip that helps you control the clubface and swing the club freely.

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.