# Opie Hicks > Opie Hicks is a Golf coach in San Diego, CA. Source: https://sites.coach/opie-hicks. Every page on this site has a Markdown version at its URL plus `/index.md`, or send `Accept: text/markdown`. ## About - Headline: Golf with Opie Hicks - Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors - Levels: beginner, intermediate, expert - Years of experience: 25 - Lessons taught: 384+ - Rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 281 ratings I began playing golf after working at a summer camp in the late 90’s. I signed up to coach basketball, but the Bulls were in the Finals again, so by the time I got to camp, the only sport left to coach was golf, and I had zero playing or coaching experience in that sport. I had been an athlete all my life and a coach for almost a decade by that point, so I figured, “How hard can it be?” I found out quickly it was very hard, but also challenging in a way that kept me completely compelled to learn. I spent that summer learning the game from 10 year olds. We would drive over to the local course in rural Pennsylvania nearest the camp in the late afternoon, the sun getting low as we’re out there laughing and having a blast, usually at my expense. I vividly remember my mind being blown at the concept of hitting down, to make the ball go up. Fascinating! I got hooked, came home after camp, jumped into any and everything golf; Tiger Woods, Dave Pelz, Rick Smith, David Ledbetter, Golf Channel, etc., etc. I got pretty good quickly, played all over the place, signed up to attend a golf instructor school in 2002 and the rest is history. I’ve given thousands of lessons coast to coast, including Maui, Scottsdale, NYC, San Diego and even Tijuana. I have a deep knowledge of the game and swing mechanics, combined with a sincere passion to help anyone of any ability learn the game I have come to love so much. I’m looking forward to working with you soon! Thank you! ## Packages and prices - **Foreplay!**: 4 prepaid 60-minute lessons for $480.00 ($55.00 per lesson). Sold as 1 to 20 lessons, 1 to 4 students. Designed for the player who already has an understanding of what’s going on in the swing, but still needs some help with mechanics. Whether you need assistance getting up and down from off the green, or you need to be able to hit more fairways, I’ve got you covered. Sometimes, it’s a small fix, the… - **Beginner Lesson**: 3 prepaid 60-minute lessons for $360.00 ($55.00 per lesson). Sold as 3 lessons, 1 to 4 students. Start From the Fundamentals-Learn the proper grip, alignment, stance, posture and tempo, while also learning the beginning parts of the swing. In order to move on to a longer, full golf swing, ideally, a beginning player must learn the correct mechanics and develop some important muscle memory deta… ## Where lessons happen - Mission Bay Golf Course, San Diego, California - Mission Trails Golf Course, San Diego, California - JR South Bay Golf Range & Golf Practice Facility, Bonita, California - Bonita Golf Club, Bonita, California - Beachside Greens PB, San Diego, California - Online lessons ## Weekly hours - Monday: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Tuesday, Thursday: 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM - Wednesday: 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM - Friday: 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM - Saturday, Sunday: 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM ## Cancellation policy - Cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before a lesson. The coach charges no fee for a late cancellation or a no-show. ## Reviews > I can’t recommend Opie highly enough. He is exceptionally knowledgeable, technical, and meticulous, with a true gift for breaking the game down in a way that actually makes sense. What sets him apart is his ability to rebuild your swing and fundamentals from the ground up without overwhelming you. Every change is purposeful, clearly explained, and tailored to your ability and goals. He’s also incredibly personable and patient, which makes every lesson both productive and enjoyable. There’s no rushing, no ego—just thoughtful coaching and genuine care for your progress. He pays close attention… > From Judy, 5 out of 5 > Jared arrived on time, with a great attitude, ready to work on some things. We talked briefly about what he felt was his biggest inconsistency, and he told me that was contact. I decided to start with the very basics, so we went to a spot next to a practice green to take a look at his grip and set up. We chipped to a pin a few yards away, and it was important for Jared to understand the various things we were working on at the same time he was actually attempting to make contact with the ball, so we went slowly. By the end of the lesson, Jared had begun to make a lot more solid contact with t… > From Jared, 5 out of 5 > April wanted to take a playing lesson because she had been playing golf for a year, but still had some issues during her rounds. She already had a decent swing, as well as an understanding of the game, etiquette, and how to think her way around a course. We spent about two hours together and worked on her grip, stance, alignment and tempo. Chipping and putting are essential, and she improved dramatically. After each hole, she could see herself getting better because the results were in her shots. She was able to understand and apply the small adjustments we were making, and that’s the key-bei… > From April, 5 out of 5 > Coach Opie is an excellent golf coach! He really takes the time to work with you and is incredibly patient throughout the entire lesson. He explains things clearly and makes sure you understand each adjustment before moving on. His tips are practical, easy to apply, and made an immediate difference in my swing. I’ve already seen improvement in my consistency and confidence. Highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their golf game! > From Mihai, 5 out of 5 > This dude is the best. Whether you’ve never swung a club EVER, or you’re trying to break through the performance ceiling you may have, Opie is the coach you want to go to. I’ve been searching high and low for my first coach, and I’ve lucked out, Opie will be my coach, mentor, and consultant for a very long time. I’m sending my mom and my sister my way, and anyone in San Diego I meet in his direction as well. Thank you Coach! > From Wes, 5 out of 5 > Great instructor took couples lessons with my girlfriend. I’ve played 2 horrible rounds with friends before and girlfriend is very new. He was able to give us both individual lessons based on pace of knowledge/skill while also giving us homework and drills to practice on our own. We felt like we progressed greatly from this. Will definitely keep lessons going great vibe all around !! > From Justin, 5 out of 5 > My recent golf lesson with Opie was quite helpful. He explained the reasons behind each adjustment, which made it easier to grasp the concepts. Though I still have some areas to work on, I’m eager to continue gaining more insight and experience with his guidance. If you’re after a knowledgeable coach who cares about your progress without over-hyping, I’d suggest giving Opie a try. > From Eddie, 5 out of 5 > recently had a session with Coach Oppie and can’t recommend him enough. He has a deep understanding of swing mechanics and, more importantly, knows how to explain them in a way that’s easy to implement. His attention to detail really helped me clean up my form, and his teaching style is incredibly effective. If you’re looking to improve your game, he’s the guy to see. > From Kyle, 5 out of 5 ## Pages on this site - [Home](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/index.md) - [All services](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/services/index.md) - [Golf Lessons](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/lessons) - [Private Lessons](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/private-lessons/index.md) - [Group Lessons](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/group-lessons/index.md) - [Kids Lessons](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/kids-lessons/index.md) - [Lessons in Bonita](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/areas/bonita) - [Lessons in San Diego](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/areas/san-diego) - [Bonita Golf Club, Bonita](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/locations/bonita-golf-club-bonita) - [JR South Bay Golf Range & Golf Practice Facility, Bonita](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/locations/jr-south-bay-golf-range-and-golf-practice-facility-bonita) - [Beachside Greens PB, San Diego](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/locations/beachside-greens-pb-san-diego) - [Mission Bay Golf Course, San Diego](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/locations/mission-bay-golf-course-san-diego) - [Mission Trails Golf Course, San Diego](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/locations/mission-trails-golf-course-san-diego) - [Agent instructions](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/llms.txt) ## Book through the API Opie Hicks sells Golf lessons on this site. It is one coach on TeachMe.To, listing id `e7f5b444-383e-443c-99c4-c5005d3372be`. An agent reads this coach, quotes what this site sells, and books it through the TeachMe.To agent API. - [Agent instructions, generated from the live API](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/llms.txt): Read this before calling anything. Sessions need no registration. - [This coach](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/coaches/e7f5b444-383e-443c-99c4-c5005d3372be): The coach read. `site.packages` are the packages sold here, priced as this site prices them, and `site.cancellationPolicy` is this site's policy. - [Open times](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/coaches/e7f5b444-383e-443c-99c4-c5005d3372be/slots): Pass `sitePackageId` and `locationId` with `from` and `to`. - Quotes and bookings: pass `sitePackageId` and `lessons` to `POST /quotes`, then `POST /bookings` with the quote. The booking returns `paymentUrl`; the student pays there, and the booking is readable while they do. Send `policyAccepted: true` after showing the student the policy when `site.cancellationPolicy.agreementRequired` is true. - [OpenAPI 3.1](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/openapi.json): The machine contract. The `sitePackageId` and `locationId` values for this site are in [llms.txt](https://sites.coach/opie-hicks/llms.txt).