{"id":2049,"date":"2023-10-10T15:04:04","date_gmt":"2023-10-10T07:04:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whalebackgolfcourse.com.au\/cms\/lessons\/private-coaching\/"},"modified":"2026-04-07T10:35:48","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T02:35:48","slug":"private-coaching","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.whalebackgolfcourse.com.au\/cms\/lessons\/private-coaching\/","title":{"rendered":"Private Coaching"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Interested in learning how to play golf or keen to improve your game? At Whaleback we offer private coaching that can be tailored to suit you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our coaching is personal, intensive, and guaranteed to help you achieve your golfing goals. Any aspect of your game can be covered, at times and intervals suited to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Services include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One-on-one coaching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Golf schools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get Into Golf adult program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Junior coaching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Please&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.whalebackgolfcourse.com.au\/cms\/contact\/\">contact us<\/a>&nbsp;if you have any questions or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/canning.us8.list-manage.com\/subscribe?u=dfad6e862e565625a3c3b2807&amp;id=301a67aec5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sign up to the Whaleback newsletter<\/a>&nbsp;to keep up to date with offers and promotions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Jim Heron<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PGA Professional<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Mark Patriarca<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PGA Professional<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"270\" height=\"330\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whalebackgolfcourse.com.au\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/jimmy-heron-headshot.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2561\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"270\" height=\"330\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whalebackgolfcourse.com.au\/cms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mark-patriarca.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3525\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Jimmy has been involved in the golf industry for over 30 years. He knows that every golfer would love to get better, and sometimes all it takes is a single change in technique or thinking in order to see that improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He understands that people all think differently, have different body types, and different physical abilities &#8211; and likes to keep teaching as simple as possible. Each person swings the club differently, but not all people learn the same way.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Mark is a PGA of Australia member and brings a wealth of experience to Whaleback. His career encompasses roles as a coach and a tour caddie, which has enriched his understanding of the game at all levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Known for his calm and friendly demeanor, Mark excels in coaching golfers from beginners to tour pros. His inclusive approach fosters a supportive learning environment, making him a sought-after instructor for those aiming to enhance their skills and confidence on the course.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/app.coachnow.io\/public\/facility_availability?facilityId=257ddd65ee973326aaed8da650\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book lesson with Jimmy<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/app.coachnow.io\/public\/availability?coach=d439cea0898cc7b9eed14cd26a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book lesson with Mark<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Standard fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The standard private coaching fees at Whaleback are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>30 minutes from $70<sup>^<\/sup> <em>(Juniors $60)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>45 minutes from $105<sup>^<\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 hour from $125<sup>^<\/sup> <em>(Juniors $100)<\/em><br><em><sup>^ Fees stated are the minimum that a contracted Teaching Professional can charge.<\/sup><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note the fees for coaching services will change depending on the coach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Packages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whaleback offers these package options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>6 x 30 minutes $350<sup>^<\/sup> (pay for 5, get 30 minutes free)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>6 x 45 minutes $525<sup>^<\/sup> (pay for 5, get 45 minutes free)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>6 x 1 hour $625<sup>^<\/sup> (pay for 5, get 1 hour free)<br><em><sup>^ Fees stated are the minimum that a contracted Teaching Professional can charge.<\/sup><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On-course Tuition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On-course tuition with your coach:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1.5 hours from $190<sup>^<\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>9 holes with a pro (warm up, 9 holes and debrief) from $275<sup>^<\/sup><br><em><sup>^ Fees stated are the minimum that a contracted Teaching Professional can charge.<\/sup><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Interested in learning how to play golf or keen to improve your game? 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