Online vs In-Person Golf Coaching: What Actually Works? | Sam Kiloh

Most golfers think golf coaching means booking a lesson, hitting some balls and being given something to work on.But what if great coaching is about more than what happens during the lesson?In this episode of the Golf Yourself Happy Podcast, Golf Mindset Coach Kris Lynch is joined by Sam Kiloh, PGA Professional and Head of Junior Development at Deeside Golf Club, to explore how golf coaching is evolving and what golfers really need to improve.Sam has competed professionally on mini tours including the EuroPro Tour and Pro Golf Tour, and now combines his in-person coaching with online coaching through Skillest.Together, Kris and Sam explore why online coaching can be just as effective as traditional in-person coaching, how ongoing feedback can strengthen the coach–golfer relationship, and why the best coaching doesn't necessarily involve giving golfers more information.They also discuss the challenges faced by recreational golfers - from frustration and inconsistency to embarrassment and even wanting to give up the game - and why mindset can become increasingly important as golfers become more committed to improving.The conversation also explores what adult golfers can learn from juniors about playfulness, patience and resilience, and why keeping practice simple can sometimes be more effective than chasing technical complexity.Whether you're considering working with a coach, curious about online golf coaching, or simply looking for a simpler way to improve your game, this episode will encourage you to think differently about what great golf coaching should look like.In this episode:How online coaching is changing golf instructionWhy ongoing feedback can make coaching more effectiveThe difference between online and in-person coachingWhy good coaching should be simple and individualisedThe mindset challenges facing recreational golfersWhat adults can learn from junior golfersWhy playfulness and experimentation can improve learningHow mindset coaching can complement technical coaching Key Takeaways✔ Great coaching isn't about giving golfers more information - it's about giving them the right information.✔ Online and in-person coaching can complement each other.✔ Keep improvement simple, focused and individualised.✔ Golfers can learn a lot from the patience, resilience and playfulness of juniors.ResourcesGolf Yourself Happy website Book a free 30-minute Golf Yourself Happy Coaching Discovery CallExplore Sam Kiloh GolfBook online coaching with Sam on Skillest