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Ajay Sondhi

Golf Coach in San Jose, California

5.0(161 ratings)

192+ lessons taught

Golf should feel enjoyable, rewarding, and easier to understand. With over 25 years of California mini tour competition and coaching experience, I help golfers build confidence by simplifying the game and developing strong, repeatable fundamentals. Whether you’re picking up a club for the first time or looking to take your game to the next level, every lesson is tailored to your goals. I focus on the key changes that improve ball striking, short game performance, and swing mechanics while building greater consistency. I bring my passion for golf to every lesson and love helping students develop their own passion for the game. My goal is for every student to leave with more confidence, a clear plan, skills they can remember and take onto the course, and a greater enjoyment of the game.

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5.0

161 ratings

192+

Lessons taught

Years experience

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About Ajay

Golf should feel enjoyable, rewarding, and easier to understand. With 25+ years of California mini-tour competition and coaching experience, I help golfers build confidence and lower scores through clear, repeatable fundamentals. I coach all skill levels, from beginners to competitive players, with a focus on solid contact, short-game scoring, and swing mechanics that hold up under pressure. My coaching style is structured, personalized, and easy to follow, turning complex concepts into simple feels and actionable steps players can trust on the course. My goal is to help golfers play with more confidence, clarity, and enjoyment.

Teaches: Teenagers, Adults, Seniors

Levels: beginner, intermediate, expert

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Private Lessons

Choose a lesson package that works for you. Every session is personalized to your skill level and goals.

3 Lesson Beginner Package

A step by step introduction to golf covering putting, chipping, and full swing fundamentals. Build confidence, solid fundamentals, and skills you can practice on your own. Lesson 1: Putting • Setup, alignment and aim • Stroke and distance control Lesson 2: Chipping • Setup, contact and technique • Club selection and distance control Lesson 3: Full Swing • Grip, setup and ball position • Swing fundamentals and solid contact

3 lessons

Ages: Teenagers, Adults, Seniors · beginner, intermediate, expert · Gear provided

$90/ lesson

3 lessons, $270 total

Beginner Trial Lesson

A one hour introduction to golf for new golfers who want to experience personalized instruction before committing to a lesson package. Learn the basics, get comfortable with the fundamentals, and leave with a clear understanding of what to practice next.

1 lesson

Ages: Teenagers, Adults, Seniors · beginner, intermediate, expert · Gear provided

$110/ lesson

Swing Tune-Up

A focused one hour lesson to identify and address a specific swing issue. We’ll assess your swing and ball flight, make targeted adjustments, and provide simple drills and practice recommendations.

1 lesson

Ages: Teenagers, Adults, Seniors · beginner, intermediate, expert · Gear provided

$110/ lesson

On-Course Playing Lesson

Three playing lessons designed to help you take your skills from the range to the course. Focus on course management, shot selection, club selection, strategy, and applying your swing fundamentals during actual play. Coach’s green fee is additional and paid by the student.

Ages: Teenagers, Adults, Seniors · beginner, intermediate, expert · Gear provided

Number of lessons

$150/ lesson

3 lessons, $450 total

“I had a real growth experience working with Ajay both for myself and with my son. He has a proven methodology that really elevated our putting and chipping, and when we worked on clubs and irons, he made a tweak for my intermediate-level son that was immediately useful. What I especially appreciated was that Ajay could recap our notes and methodology in a way that really embedded it in my mind. That made a meaningful difference in my gameplay and helped me actually take what we worked on onto the course. There’s no question that if I hadn’t taken a break from my previous lessons and pivoted to AjayI wouldn’t be where I am with my game today. I’m very grateful to him and really enjoy his teaching style.”

Chara B.

What Students Say

5.0(161 ratings)

Toshiyuki N.

1 lesson

Ajay was an excellent instructor. His teaching style was very patient, clear, and easy to understand, especially for a complete beginner like me. He explained each concept step by step and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the lesson. I particularly appreciated how he focused on the fundamentals and provided simple, practical advice that I could immediately apply. By the end of the lesson, I felt much more confident and prepared for my first round of golf. I would highly recommend Ajay to anyone looking to learn golf, especially beginners.

Laura

5 lessons

I wasn’t excited to spend a whole hour on putting, but Ajay won me over. He explained that putting counts for more of your score than driving, then show me how to lineup the shot like a pro, where to stand, and how to swing like a pendulum. He’s patient, clear and encouraging, and I’d happily book him again!

Andres V.

1 lesson

Ajay is a very patient and knowledgeable instructor. Im a beginner and was impressed that he was able to replace my bad habits with good habits. He does a great job in building my confidence throughout the session. We had a breakthrough in our very first lesson. Highly recommend Ajay.

Raj S.

25 lessons

Ajay is clearly very passionate about the game and has so much knowledge to share with his students. I’ve been working on my putting fundamentals with Ajay and having noticed significant improvement in only 2 sessions. I would recommend Ajay for beginner golfers without a doubt!

Justin D.

Intermediate student

“Very well thought out and explained aspects throughout each part of the swing. Ajay was able to spot many of the key points in my swing that weren’t optimal and gave good points on how to fix it. I felt like I was set up very well to keep improving”

Badli C.

Beginner student

“I had my first lesson with Ajay and he was very thorough and knowledgeable, explained golf starting from its origin. My 1 hour session with him was very fruitful and I definitely learned some basics of putting. He is an excellent coach.”

Plus 126 more ratings from students.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before booking with Ajay.

What ages do you teach?

I teach golf to teenagers, adults, and seniors. I work with beginners through expert players, simplifying swing mechanics, ball striking, and short-game skills into clear fundamentals tailored to each golfer’s goals. If you’re asking about a particular student, share their age, golf experience, and goals so we can discuss whether the lessons fit.

Do I need my own golf clubs?

No, you don’t need your own golf clubs for my lessons; I can provide beginner-friendly clubs if needed. If you have clubs, feel free to bring them. You’ll need to purchase your own range balls at the driving range before the lesson.

What experience levels do you teach?

I teach golf to beginners, intermediate players, and experts. I tailor lessons to your goals, simplifying swing mechanics, ball striking, and short-game skills into clear fundamentals and actionable steps. Share your golf experience and what you’d like to improve so we can discuss whether the lessons fit.

Where do lessons take place?

I teach golf at courses around the South Bay, including golf courses in San Jose, Santa Clara,, Milpitas, Mountain View and Morgan Hill. Ask which venue is planned for your lesson before booking.

Can I take a lesson with a friend or family member?

I keep golf lessons individual so I can give each golfer my full attention and tailor instruction to their needs. You and your friend or family member can each work on chipping and the short game. Ask whether consecutive individual sessions can be arranged if you’d like to come together.

What happens during the first lesson?

In your first golf lesson, I’ll tailor the instruction to your experience and goals, explaining swing mechanics through simple feels and clear steps. We can focus on fundamentals, ball striking, or short-game performance; tell me what you’d like to improve so we can find a useful starting point.

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Weekly Schedule

Mon

10AM - 6PM

Tue

10AM - 6:30PM

Wed

10AM - 6PM

Thu

10AM - 6PM

Fri

10AM - 6PM

Sat

10AM - 6PM

Sun

10AM - 6PM

Where to train

18 locations across 8 cities. Pick the one closest to you.

18 locations

Booking policies

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your lesson.

Expiry

Prepaid lessons expire 12 months after purchase.