COACHING
Conor Lavin is a PGA Professional and Applied Sport Practitioner based in Los Angeles, helping golfers of all abilities—from developing juniors to competitive adults—improve performance through motor control, skill acquisition, and contemporary sport science.
With more than 20 years of experience and ongoing postgraduate studies in Applied Sport Practice at Dublin City University, Conor combines practical coaching expertise with evidence-informed learning models. His work draws from ecological dynamics and performance psychology to help golfers develop adaptable movement solutions that actually transfer to the course.
Rather than prescribing a rigid, one-size-fits-all swing model, Conor helps every player discover efficient patterns tailored to their physical capabilities. By combining force plate analysis and launch monitor tech with representative practice design, Conor connects high-tech feedback to real-world execution.
Based at NeuroForce Golf and Woodley Lakes Golf Course, Conor is passionate about fostering independent problem-solvers who perform with confidence under pressure
How I Coach
My coaching integrates:
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Technical skill development
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Motor learning and skill acquisition
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Representative practice design
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Course strategy and decision-making
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Practice planning for retention and transfer
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Performance under pressure
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Data-informed feedback and assessment
Qualifications & Professional Development
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PGA Professional
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Currently completing MSc Applied Sport Practice (DCU)
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TPI Certified
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Swing Catalyst Certified
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ADM Certified
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Skilled Coaching Alliance
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TrackMan Certified
5 Hour Complete Short Game Package
Special Offer
It starts with a plan
It doesn’t require a huge amount of time to improve but a clear intent to focus on right training. The plan will require you to master a few simple key techniques and then see a growth in performance because of the process.
Putting
• Read the green to predict line
• Start the ball on the intended line
• Roll the ball at the correct speed
Finesse Shots (inside 30 yards)
• Club Selection
• Set up
• In Swing principles
Distance Wedges (40-100 yards)
• In Swing principles
• Trajectory control
• Distance control
Outcomes
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Improved strike consistency
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Better distance control
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Enhanced adaptability around the green
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Transferable skills for real course situations
On Course Lessons
On-course lessons offer a unique environment to apply and refine range skills in real-world situations. We can observe your decision-making, swing, and shot execution in the moment, offering immediate feedback loops to accelerate learning.
Transfer skills
Shift from block practice at the range to implementation and strategy on the course by adding pressure and context to your practice.
Faster handicap reduction and increased enjoyment
By combining technical fixes with better course strategy and confidence, players see quicker score improvements and greater enjoyment of rounds
Stronger short game and recovery skills
Emphasize shots you actually face: chips, pitches, bunkers and putting from on-course positions, producing quicker improvements around the greens
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GOLF TRIPS
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It’s more than just a golf trip. Our mission is to offer the most authentic and luxurious Golf Trips to the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a Castle in Kilkenny or a B&B in The Highlands, each trip is tailored specifically to the client.
Customized tours are available to all of the following regions:
Ireland South West, East of Ireland, Northern Ireland, North West Ireland, Scotland Home of Golf, Scotland East Coast, Scotland Highlands, Scotland West Coast, North West England.
"Developing adaptable golfers through evidence-informed coaching. By combining skill acquisition principles, performance analytics and player-centered learning, I help golfers build skills that transfer from practice to performance." - Conor Lavin
Kevin M, CA
"I have been taking lessons from Conor for 6 months now. In that time my average scores have dropped from 89 to 80!!"
Daniel K, Los Angeles
"I would highly recommend Conor to anyone from beginners to pros who are looking to improve their game from driving to putting."
Patrice M, CA
"Conor has an impressive knowledge of the game, but more importantly he can share his knowledge very simply and efficiently."