A year ago, I casually entered a golf tournament with colleagues before quickly realizing I was going to severely embarrass myself. I had 3 months to break a lifetime of terrible habits. I was beyond awful, never kept score, only played for fun/frustration a couple times a year, etc. I found Lew on Yelp and, even though he was further from me than many other instructors, his reviews gave me a good feeling - I called and we started lessons immediately. I told him about my event coming up, my realistic goal of simply not embarrassing myself, but to treat me like a beginner who knew absolutely nothing - we began building a new swing from scratch. Lew didn't just teach me how to fix something, he taught me why it was happening and gave me a pedagogical understanding that has helped me to analyze and solve my own problems outside of our lessons. He is incredible at diagnosing problems, trying multiple methods to fix problems until one clicks for you, helping you think from a holistic perspective, and taking time to defuse things when you're mentally kicking your own ass. By the time my tournament came around, I sucked...but I sucked SO much less than I used to. And, most importantly, I didn't humiliate myself (and actually made the winning putt for my team on the 18th). The truth: it's not easy...it's frustrating as hell...there's no magic wand. However, everything is always done for a reason with the result in mind and, if you trust the process, you WILL see the results. Lew has made me love the process - and, to get better at anything, that's the most important aspect. A year later - I'm still happily taking lessons with Lew and my game is lightyears beyond where it was a year ago. read more

Lew Cooper Golf Instruction - Golf Lessons Near Me - Seal Beach, California

Cocky and disrespectful guy, I never liked his style of teaching. This time he just canceled my lesson because I came in the wrong type of shorts. Well, guess what? If you invite your clients to a private country club, it's your responsibility to explain everything in detail regarding club dress code. It has to be a written explanation point by point describing what is allowed and what isn't. I'm not a member of that club, so I had no clue about their strict policy of not wearing sport shorts. Just canceling someone's lesson due to miscommunication on your part is lame and shows your ignorance and lack of respect for your clients. read more

Lew is the man! He's a great coach. He uses multiple cameras at different angles and records your swing. Then he will compare it to other pro golfers to see where you need to improve. All the lessons are recorded and sent to you so you can watch them and practice at home. My golf swing has improved greatly after only 5 lessons. Can't wait to get more lessons in! read more

As someone who was completely new to golf, I honestly didn't know where to begin -- the swing, the rules, the equipment -- it all felt overwhelming. But from the very first lesson with Coach Lew, everything changed. Coach Lew has an incredible gift for making golf approachable, even for total beginners like me. He creates a comfortable, supportive learning environment where no question feels too small and no mistake is treated as a failure -- just an opportunity to grow. He breaks everything down with patience, clarity, and just the right amount of challenge to keep things exciting. What I appreciate most is that he never just tells you what to do -- he teaches you why it matters and how to make it work for your unique style. Every session with him builds both skill and confidence, and I can honestly say that I now look forward to every time I step on the course. Coach Lew has turned what was once a completely foreign sport into something I genuinely enjoy -- and I owe that transformation entirely to his coaching. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your game, Coach Lew is the kind of coach who will meet you where you are and take you further than you thought possible. Jonathan and I thank you for your service and cannot wait to visit you! read more

Lew is a great instructor. I've had a number of lessons over the years from quite a few well regarded coaches- and Lew is certainly as high caliber as any I've met. Lew uses the latest technology to show you your faults- and the immediate impact of correcting said flaws via the drills he teaches. The combination of technology and a great understanding and teaching style is rare. I especially like the ability to go back and listen to lesson recaps and swing videos via the app he uses. The lesson packages Lew offers fit my needs well and I'm playing at my lowest handicap ever. Thanks Lew! read more

I've played golf for many years but had gotten away from it over the past 7 years. I have a desire to get back into the game and found Lew on Yelp. I was very impressed with the reviews he had received and decided to purchase a 5 lesson package. Lew is a great golf instructor and human being. He immediately was able to see what I was doing wrong in my swing and corrected it. His teaching style is such that it's not just banging balls, it's about the mental aspects and dialing in the routines necessary to get better. Thank you Lew for making me a better golfer and fueling my love for the game. read more

Lew Cooper is hands down the best golf instructor in the OC area! During my first lesson, he fixed my swing so that I could start hitting my irons more consistently . I was hooked. Turns out my decision to buy a 10 hour package deal was well worth it. Lew is honest, patient, funny and a great teacher. None of my previous coaches have come close to being as good. Lew takes the time to show you what needs to be corrected and sends you an online before & after video to practice during the week. Being a lefty, I don't have the option of a front camera view. LOL! Whatever part of your game that needs improvement, Lew can help. I've had lessons on the driving range, chipping and putting greens. Sign up today! You won't regret it. read more

Spent an hour with Lew last week. I've have been having an issue with hooking my iron shots. Lew has a knack for picking out the subtle yet critical flaws in your swing. He breaks it down for you with video so you know exactly what he's talking about. He does a really good job of communicating not just what he wants you to do, but why he wants you to do it. And the results are immediate and impressive. I've had a couple of lessons over the years that were nothing to write home about. But I highly recommend Lew, especially if you've had other instruction that didn't amount to much. read more

I've been taking lessons with Lew for a few weeks now and he is the best! He uses a video camera to record your swings and pulls up the footage to show you what to correct, which makes it super easy to understand. Also very affordable and offer private or group lessons. Definitely recommend lessons with Lew! read more

Very happy we found Lew to coach our two sons. Lew is extremely professional and excellently prepared. Lew has shown immediate effect in our son's improvement. Our youngest boy even hadn't wanted lessons or to be there which changed after the first day of lessons. Now putting, chipping and driving are his favorite activities even wanting to go 2x in the same day to our local range. Thank you Lew! read more

I have been golfing for over 40 years and Lew has helped improve my game more than any instructor I have ever used. He has all the high tech video and Trackman equipment to really analyze your swing. I especially enjoy playing lessons on the course where he works not only on your swing but also course management. His instruction has taught me how to figure out what I am doing wrong during a round and get back on track. I highly recommend Lew! read more

Lew Cooper Golf Instruction - Golf Lessons Near Me - Seal Beach, California

My very first lesson was about realistic expectations and having patience; this is a process. Lew explained the effort it takes to develop a better golf swing and, using video and FlightScope, showed me my 'flawed' swing perception - I wasn't doing what I thought I was doing. With these visual cues and persistent reinforcement, I've gone from an inconsistent, overpowering arm-slinging to having more swing control and distance. Using my body, arms, and hands at the right times, I'm able to do this with far less effort and much better, more predictable results. I'm able to 'draw' and 'fade' my shots, 'hear' good shot contact and I'm developing the ability to make adjustments based on what I'm seeing and hearing. With Lew's past professional experience, we're moving to on-course lessons to learn how to 'think' my way through the golf course for better course management. With all of this, I'm enjoying my game so much more and I'm developing the confidence to be able to play with anyone. read more

Just signed up for another block of lessons- can't say enough great things about Lew. I walked in as a beginner (very beginner) in my early 30s and decided to learn the good habits before I took on some bad ones on my own, and glad I did. After my first 5 lessons, I have many fundamentals down, swing is tremendously better and now things are building on each other, adding more movements every week, and feeling much more confident every time I get out there. Lew really takes the time to break it down, ensure you understand why each building block is necessary, show you recordings of what it should look like, and then uses the technology to record you, analyze and then adjust. You won't be disappointed. read more

I picked up golf 7-8 months ago and knew nothing. I hit a few balls and went looking for them , that was my day at the course. I got serious and visited Newport Beach golf shop, got set up w clubs and owner suggested I see Lew. Lew is great, corrected my hands, talked about weight distribution, timing and enjoying the game. I took 10 lessons, I probably could use more, but Lew took me from a complete mess to a organized confident player quickly, highly recommend Lew , super fair pricing, excellent understanding of golf and very patient. He uses lots of tools for you to understand where you are including video , I'm sure he will make you a much happier and organized player quickly , Tom read more

I'm about a 25 handicap senior golfer and bought a 5 half-hour lesson package. Lew basically rebuilt my iron swing. My swing is considerably better, however, 5 lessons are not enough. We never got to work on my driver, pitching, putting, and I really need more iron lessons. My guess is if you are a high handicapper or a beginner you probably realistically need 15-20 lessons. Also the half hour lessons seem rushed. You really have to just shut up and listen or you will waste your time. Also, seeing yourself on video is very helpful. You see that you are not doing what you think you are. read more

Helped my friend completely fix his slice and much more in one lesson! Went through video comparisons of his swing to any pro swing he wanted! read more

Lew is awesome. Great Guy. I look forward to my lessons with Lew every time.

Lew is great. Awesome personality and of course very knowledgeable and professional. I had two lessons with him last year and still try to hear his voice and remember his feedback and apply them - every time I'm out on the range or a course. This was the first time i have ever received lessons and as I was fairly new to the game. I'm glad I corrected any errors early on. Buddies have told me how much better I look, and I'm glad I'm not losing as many balls anymore. His system with the video recording and audio feedback is very helpful -- as you are provided a link to the video and can re-watch it as many times as you'd like for a refresher. Thanks Lew. read more

Lew is a great golf instructor and a good person. I've been taking lessons with Lew since last May of last year and he's helped me successfully revamp my golf swing. I've taken lessons from other instructors in the past, but what sets Lew apart from them is the fact that he will give you hands on instruction while also using technology to track ball speed and spin. Lew has helped me improve my scores by at least 10 strokes and I would recommend his lessons to any golfer. read more

I am a former world long drive champion and now an instructor. A lot of what I know I learned from Lew.

Great instructor. Definitely worth a look. He uses video and can show you your launch monitor numbers.

I'll try not make this too long, but I've been "trying" to play golf for the last 12 years; have given up several times only to try again. I've taken golf lessons before but was really turned off by the instructor trying get me to do a 24 year old's swing when I was 38. However, if I'm going to get better I have to get proper training, so I decided to give lessons another shot, 8 years after my last lesson. After a lesson with Lew I can say I'm so happy I did. My first swing was about as ugly as it gets with the results pretty much matching up. After a few adjustments, explanations, visuals and exercises to help my body understand what it's supposed to do, my shots started to improve. I ended the lesson absolutely crushing a ball out into the practice field. Frankly, I was shocked at how right the swing felt and how well I hit the ball. I didn't think I had it in me, apparently it's there and I just needed the right person to bring it out. Looking forward to more lessons and improving my game. If you're thinking about taking lessons this guy definitely knows what he's doing. read more

Hes awsome!! Helped me with the basics that I needed to start my golf journey. Will definitely go back for more lessons.