ABOUT ME
An Ideal Learning Environment
My name is David Thomas, I am a fully qualified PGA Advanced Coach and one of Australia's leading golf coaches in 3D & 6D Biomechanics, Trackman, Flightscope, SAM BalanceLab and SAM PuttLab.
I am certified across the board in all of the latest golf technologies and own and use these tools when required to help improve your game.
With 26 years full time coaching experience around the world I am a very experienced and passionate coach and enjoy helping all golfers from beginners to professionals improve their game.
I have worked extensively in all levels of coaching. Prior to coaching at Emerald Lakes Golf Coaching Centre I completed my traineeship in Brisbane (1996-1998), becoming a full PGA member in 1998. Over the following years I held a PGA Tour Card (Australasian Tour) and resided in Germany from 1999 until 2016 where I taught at my own two golf academies. I have also worked as Head Coach at the Australian P.G.A in Sandhurst, Melbourne.
I speak English (first language) and am fluent in German. I hold a current Blue Card and am approved to work with NDIS clients.
I work at Emerald Lakes Golf Coaching Centre, Gold Coast, Queensland.
Everyone welcome!! From beginners to advanced players and all playing levels in between, don't hesitate to contact us and start improving your game.
I am also Director at Global Golf Tech Solutions, we manufacture protective casings and levelling and angle bases suitable for all major launch monitor brands as well as golf training aids. All products are proudly manufactured on the Gold Coast in Queensland.
www.globalgolftechsolutions.com.au
JUNIOR GOLF ACADEMY - TERM 1, 2024
TERM 1, 2024
LEARN, PLAY & HAVE FUN!!
NEW LOCATION!!
EMERALD LAKES COACHING CENTRE all weather facility, no weather is bad weather.
The Coaching Centre has all the latest technical and golf coaching equipment for learning and fun, situated at Emerald Lakes Golf Club it's an all-round perfect training facility for your young golfer.
Option 1- 1 hour x 9 weeks training:
Dates: 03.02.24 - 30.03.24
Time Options:
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Cost: $250.00
Fun and educational
Beginner and intermediate
Option 2- 2 + hours x 9 weeks training:
Dates: 03.02.24 - 30.03.24
Time Options:
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm or 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Cost: $400.00
2 + Hours Training and on course learning
Intermediate and advanced
LEARN, PLAY AND STAY
GOLD COAST GOLF SCHOOLS
IMPROVE YOUR GOLF WHILE ON HOLIDAYS
EMERALD LAKES COACHING CENTRE
Improve your golf by combining a holiday with superior coaching while playing some of the best golf courses on the Gold Coast.
The golf school is based out of the world class Emerald Lakes Golf Coaching Centre hosted by PGA Members David Thomas and Josh Smith, 2 highly accredited PGA coaching professionals on the Gold Coast.
Schools are available 7 days a week to improve your game and fit into your holiday program. Everyone is welcome, from adults to children (10+ years).
David and Josh provide a fun, intensive and personal golf experience while playing some of the Gold Coasts best golf courses. The golf school offers a range of schools from 1 to 5 days, with the 3-day school being the most popular.
The facilities at Emerald Lakes Golf Coaching Centre are second to none and all coaches are PGA accredited.
With a maximum 4 students per coach, you will receive a fun and intensive day golfing while focusing on what’s important to you and your game. All aspects of the game are covered e.g.: swing analysis, bunker play, green reading, putting, short game and plenty of on course learning / playing.
Each day you will go with your Pro for an 18-hole playing lesson at one of the Gold Coast’s premier golf courses working on course management and ironing out any other game issues.
Tailor made programs also available, for any queries or further details please contact us at djthomas@pgamember.org.au or on 0435 552 628
2 DAY GOLF SCHOOL
This is a 2 day intensive school where students receive 2 full days of coaching (including on course) from 8:30am until 5:00pm.
Day 1
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Full swing and putting
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18 holes on course game / coaching
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After game review and analysis
Day 2
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Short game, chipping, pitching and bunker training
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Full swing and putting
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Short game skills training booklet for future training
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18 holes on course game / coaching
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After game review and analysis
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Golf school conclusion
Inclusions for 2 Day Golf Schools:
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All technology from video, 3D analysis, PuttLab, Flightscope etc.
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2 x 18 holes on different Gold Coast courses
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On course coaching
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Advanced PGA Coaches
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Unlimited range balls
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Small groups 3 students / 1 Professional trainer
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First class all weather practice facility
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All players receive an ongoing practice plan
2 Day Golf School:
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$1500.00 Single
3 DAY GOLF SCHOOL
This is a 3 day intensive school where students receive 3 full days of coaching (including on course) from 8:30am until 5:00pm.
Day 1
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Full swing and putting
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18 holes on course game / coaching
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After game review and analysis
Day 2
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Short game, chipping, pitching and bunker training
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18 holes on course game / coaching
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After game review and analysis
Day 3
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Full swing, putting and pitching
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Short game skills training booklet for future training
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18 holes on course game / coaching
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After game review and analysis
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Golf school conclusion
Inclusions for 3 Day Golf Schools:
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All technology from video, 3D analysis, PuttLab, Flightscope etc.
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Daily 18 holes on different Gold Coast courses
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On couse coaching
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Advanced PGA Coaches
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Unlimited range balls
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Small groups 3 students / 1 Professional trainer
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First class all weather practice facility
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All players receive an ongoing practice plan
3 Day Golf School:
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$2100.00 Single
5 DAY GOLF SCHOOL
This is a 5 day intensive school where students receive 5 full days of coaching (including on course) from 8:30am until 5:00pm.
Day 1
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Full swing and putting
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18 holes on course game / coaching
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After game review and analysis
Day 2
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Short game, chipping, pitching and bunker training
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Driving range
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18 holes on course game / coaching
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After game review and analysis
Day 3
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Full swing, putting and pitching
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18 holes on course game / coaching
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After game review and analysis
Day 4
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Full swing, physical and speed training
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18 holes on course game / coaching
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After game review and analysis
Day 5
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Short game review / training
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18 holes on course game / coaching
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After game review and analysis
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Short game skills training booklet for future training
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Golf school conclusion
Inclusions for 5 Day Golf Schools:
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All technology from video, 3D analysis, PuttLab, Flightscope etc.
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Daily 18 holes on different Gold Coast courses
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On course coaching
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Advanced PGA coaches
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Unlimited range balls
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Small groups 3 students / 1 Professional trainer
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First class all weather practice facility
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All players receive an ongoing practice plan
5 Day Golf School:
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$3500.00 Single
PERSONALISED COACHING, PACKAGES & PROGRAMS
AVAILABLE ALL YEAR ROUND
GET STARTED WITH GOLF CLINICS
SINGLE COACHING
1 x 30 Minutes $70.00
1 x 60 Minutes $130.00
For the golfer who wants to see significant improvement and lower scores an individualised program will maximise your results.
Depending on what’s needed, we can assess your game/swing and monitor your progress using:
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Video/computer analysis (live high-speed video cameras)
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Launch monitors - full tracking radar devices (FlightScope/TrackMan)
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3D or 6D bio-feedback
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(K-Vest/ K-Player)
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PuttLab
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Pressure/force plates
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On course training
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Physical tests (TPI screen) to identify your body’s strengths and weaknesses
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CoachNow
SINGLE COACHING PACKAGE DEALS
6 x 30 Minutes $350.00
6 x 60 Minutes $650.00
1 MONTH MAKE MORE PUTTS PROGRAM
Are you using the correct putter?
Are you sick of missing short putts?
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4 x 30 minute Sam PuttLab putting analyses & putter fitting
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2 x 30 minute putting training
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Tailored improvement plans and practice templates
1 Month $390.00
1 MONTH CHIP BETTER PROGRAM
Giving away opportunities?
Struggling with confidence?
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2 x 30 minute Flightscope short game analyses
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4 x 30 minute short game, chipping and bunker
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Tailored improvement plans and practice templates
1 Month $390.00
1 MONTH PITCH CLOSER PROGRAM
Don’t know what club to use? No distance control?
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4 x 30 minute FlightScope analyses skills training
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2 x 30 minute pitch training
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Wedge fitting
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Tailored improvement plans and practice templates
1 Month $390.00
FULL SWING 12 WEEK PROGRAM
Designed for golfers with a substantial goal in mind, 12 weeks provides both the student and coach the required time to work on the necessary improvements and see a positive change in performance.
Work with your coach over a 3 month period to improve your entire game:
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8 x 1 hour sessions
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3 x 2 hour on course lessons
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All technology included
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Tailored improvement plans and practice templates
Full Swing 12 Week Program $1590.00
We can provide customised gift vouchers which can be emailed for printing. Please contact us on 043 555 2628 or djthomas@pgamember.org.au
GALLERY
CONTACT US & BOOKINGS
If you have any questions or would like to book a lesson, package or clinic please call or email us or send us a message through our contact form. We will reply as soon as possible.
Emerald Lakes Golf Coaching Centre
3 Alabaster Drive
Carrara QLD 4211
Email: djthomas@pgamember.org.au
Mobile: 043 555 2628
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