PGA & LPGA Golf Instruction
golf & fitness coaching
Overview
Elevate Your Game with Expert Coaching and Cutting-Edge Fitness
At Del Mar Golf Center, we’re passionate about helping golfers of all skill levels reach new heights in their game. Our team of eight PGA-certified professionals brings years of expertise and a dedication to personalized instruction.
We offer a range of tailored training programs designed to meet each golfer’s unique goals, whether you’re learning the basics, perfecting your swing, or refining specific techniques. Our goal is to create a supportive and engaging learning environment where each session brings you closer to mastering the game.
Toptracer technology is integrated into our training programs, golfers can track their progress, analyze each shot, and gain insights that lead to measurable improvements.
Our fitness offerings complement our coaching services, focusing on flexibility, strength, and endurance to enhance on-course performance.
private Golf lessons
Coaching Packages: Six 30 minute sessions
Adults: $375
Juniors: $300
Individual Sessions: 30 minutes
Adults: $75
Juniors: $60
* All lesson fees are paid directly to the coach and must be used with the original coach
** Semi-private lessons are available, contact your preferred instructor to discuss
Fitness and Performance Coaching
Golf Coaches
Matt Terzo, PGA
Schedule: Mon 8am to 11amThurs - Sun 8am to 5pm
Schedule a lesson with Matt
Email: terzo@delmargolfcenter.comPhone: 858-344-8455
Schedule a lesson with Matt
Email: terzo@delmargolfcenter.comPhone: 858-344-8455
Matt is a passionate and knowledgeable instructor who uses digital video analysis to help golfers of all levels improve their game. He thrives on challenges and takes pride in his students’ progress.
With expertise in the golf swing, Matt believes success comes from both understanding and mastering proper movement. He stays current by attending annual PGA coaching summits and various teaching seminars.
With expertise in the golf swing, Matt believes success comes from both understanding and mastering proper movement. He stays current by attending annual PGA coaching summits and various teaching seminars.
tim hart, pga
Schedule:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun8am to 5pm
Schedule a lesson with Tim
Email: tim@delmargolfcenter.com
Phone: 858-353-2934
So often we get bogged down with too much thinking while trying to make a golf swing, usually this means too much thinking about things that we don't need to concern ourselves with.
Tim helps his students focus on just the causes of why their swings break down and filter out everything else. Once they know the causes, it is much easier to develop a better image and a better golf swing.
Tim helps his students focus on just the causes of why their swings break down and filter out everything else. Once they know the causes, it is much easier to develop a better image and a better golf swing.
maiya tanaka, pga
Schedule: Mon, Tue, Wed, Th, Sat
8am to 5pm
Schedule a lesson with Maiya
Email: maiya@delmargolfcenter.comPhone: 858-883-9679
Maiya Tanaka, a San Diego native, began playing golf over 20 years ago and quickly rose through the ranks. Starting at the First Tee, she soon became the youngest West Coast player in the U.S. Girls Junior Championships and led both boys’ and girls’ teams at Mira Mesa High School to CIF Championships.
She joined UCLA’s National Championship-winning team as a walk-on and graduated with a B.A. in Sociology, later earning an MBA while touring.Maiya competed on Golf Channel’s Big Break Sandals, played professionally on the Symetra Tour, and qualified for the LPGA Canadian Open.
Now back in San Diego, Maiya recently attained her Class A PGA status and is bringing her passion for helping others enjoy golf and achieve their goals.
She joined UCLA’s National Championship-winning team as a walk-on and graduated with a B.A. in Sociology, later earning an MBA while touring.Maiya competed on Golf Channel’s Big Break Sandals, played professionally on the Symetra Tour, and qualified for the LPGA Canadian Open.
Now back in San Diego, Maiya recently attained her Class A PGA status and is bringing her passion for helping others enjoy golf and achieve their goals.
bill westerlund, PGA
Schedule: Tue, Thur, Sat
8am to 5pm
Schedule a lesson with Bill Email: bill_westerlund@hotmail.comPhone: 760-613-6368
Schedule a lesson with Bill Email: bill_westerlund@hotmail.comPhone: 760-613-6368
After 50 years as a PGA Golf Professional, I’ve developed a teaching approach that helps golfers quickly elevate their game. I cover everything from the fundamentals to advanced techniques that maximize power and control.
Key Areas of Focus:Fundamentals: Grip, stance, alignment, ball position, and posture
Advanced Skills: Harnessing breath and core muscles for precision and control
Swing Mechanics: Analyzing body movements to make targeted adjustments for accuracy
I teach my clients to see the swing as three interconnected parts:Lower Body: Footwork to engage and empower the hips
Upper Body: Shoulder rotation to transfer force through the hands
Grip: Focused pressure to accelerate the clubhead
Using my Core-Breathing 4 Golf method and the “JC Video” motion analysis system, I help golfers refine their swing for greater power and effortless precision. Interested in learning more? Let’s connect!
Deedee lasker, LPGA
Schedule: Sat, Sun, Mon
8am to 5pm
Schedule a lesson with Deedee
Email: ddlgolf@sbcglobal.netPhone: 760-685-2791
Deedee Lasker has resided in the San Diego area since 1988, originally from Chicago, Illinois. She started playing golf at the age of 12 in the junior golf program at Medinah Country Club. Her love for golf progressed, and she was a walk-on at the University of Tulsa Women’s Golf program, where her team won three national titles (1980 AIAW, 1982 AIAW, and 1982 NCAA Championships). Deedee graduated with a BS degree in Business Administration, with an emphasis in Marketing.
In 1983, she qualified for the LPGA Tour, where she played for 11 years (1983–1994), achieving two 2nd place finishes and a 6th place finish at the 1987 Women’s US Open at Plainfield Country Club. Following her time on the LPGA Tour, Deedee has enjoyed teaching golf and working in various positions in the golf industry.
She is very passionate about teaching golf and emphasizes the importance of the basic fundamentals, correct equipment, fitness, psychology, and course management as integral parts of enjoying the game. Deedee looks forward to sharing her knowledge of the wonderful game with you!
Her favorite golf saying is, “Golf is a science, a study of a lifetime – in which you may exhaust yourself, but never your subject.” – David R. Forgan.
Christopher Lesson, PGA
Each student is an individual with a different body type and a different level of flexibility. They have different goals and different learning styles. This is what makes teaching so exciting.
Being able to help someone improve their game is very rewarding to Chris. He wants to get the best out of his student without changing what they can do naturally.
Chris will take what they have and improve on it. A key component to his philosophy is video swing analysis. It helps the student see instantly what you are trying to tell them. Chris also has a strong passion for equipment and club fitting.
Being able to help someone improve their game is very rewarding to Chris. He wants to get the best out of his student without changing what they can do naturally.
Chris will take what they have and improve on it. A key component to his philosophy is video swing analysis. It helps the student see instantly what you are trying to tell them. Chris also has a strong passion for equipment and club fitting.
2016 San Diego PGA Clubfitter of the Year
2017 Southern California Section PGA Clubfitter of the Year
Bob bellesi, pga
Bob believes that golf lessons must be individually tailored to each student. It is very important to have a good understanding of the basic fundamentals of the golf swing. Bob makes sure you understand the proper grip, stance, posture, alignment and ball position.
Bob also emphasizes the importance of the short game. As you get started with the lessons, you will develop and focus on your short and long term goals. Bob has been teaching golf to men, women, boys and girls of all ages and abilities for more than 39 years.
matt clay, pga
Schedule: Matt is not taking new students at this time.
Email: matt.clay@delmargolfcenter.comPhone: 858-509-5130
Matt’s goal is to help young athletes build a strong foundation in golf with a personalized, engaging approach. Each player, swing, and set of goals is unique, so Matt tailors each program to address the athlete’s physical movements, technique, equipment, practice routine, and on-course demeanor. His focus is on helping athletes understand the cause and effect of the golf swing; as their knowledge grows, they can work together to evaluate and refine their swing as a team.
2015 San Diego PGA Junior Golf Leader
2x US Kids Top 50 Coach
2x OP36 Top 50 Coach