Al Owens

Al Owens
Central Valley, California

Al Owens is a highly regarded golf coach known for his expertise in swing mechanics and the application of biomechanics and technology in coaching.  Based in the Central Valley of California, Al works with golfers of all levels including mini tour players, local golf professionals in the region, college players and competitive players aspiring to take their golf games to their next level.

He is recognized for his ability to blend traditional coaching principles with modern technology, such as launch monitors, high speed cameras and bio mechanic systems (SportsboxAI) to analyze and improve a players swing. His coaching philosophy emphasizes efficiency and consistency, tailored to the unique needs and physical capabilities of each player.

Al frequently collaborates with other industry experts and contributes to the advancement of golf instruction by integrating cutting-edge methods and research into his practice.  He is also active in sharing his knowledge through on-line platforms, clinics, speaking engagements and retreats.

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"Hello! I'm Al Owens, and I've been dedicated to helping golfers elevate their game since 1990. My coaching philosophy blends technical expertise with mental coaching to help you achieve lower scores and a more enjoyable golfing experience."

Services:
"I offer a range of coaching services tailored to your needs:
  • Efficient Swing Mechanics: Master the fundamentals of a powerful and accurate swing.
  • Practice Principles: Learn effective practice routines that translate to real results on the course.
  • Playing Strategies: Develop smart strategies to navigate the course with confidence.
  • Mental Coaching: Build a strong, competitive mindset to enhance your performance.
  • Physical Conditioning: Improve your fitness to support your golf game."



Al Owens has been coaching golf since he joined the PGA in 1990.  His extensive coaching background includes being a Master Instructor for the PGA Tour Academy in Scottsdale, AZ and the Lead PGA Master Instructor for Movement 3 Golf located in Chicago, IL.

His coaching expertise includes being Certified Sportsboxai Motion Measurement Golf Performance Coach (1 of only 12 in CA), a TPI Level III Expert and being certified by the Grey Institute of Bio-Mechanics, Nike NG360.  He was voted the #1 coach in Indianapolis, IN and has been a top-ranking golf coach in San Diego, CA Sacramento, CA and Glenview, IL.  While in Indiana he helped create the first Junior Golf Tour in the state, a tour that to this day hosts over 700 juniors annually.  
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Al has enjoyed coaching over 31,000 lessons to students of all levels from beginner to the more advanced, including European Senior Tour players, Web.com players and players on various mini-tours. 

From 2015 through 2023 he received the Outstanding Coaching Achievement award with GOLFTEC, recognizing him as one of the premier coaches for that company and in the very large San Diego, CA market.  He is a Best-Selling Author, having published three books on the mental side of golf.   Since 2020 he has been a Valued Professional Staff Member with Taylor Made Golf. He also hosts his Awakening to Golf Seminars based on his best-selling book.  These seminars and retreats help golfers to remove the mental blocks so many players have that hinder their golf game improvement.

Al's golf background began when he was the PGA Director of Golf at Sand Creek Country Club and later became PGA General Manager at several courses in Indiana and Illinois before he began his total focus on coaching golf in 2002.

Currently Al Owens is coaching individual and 1/2 day lessons at  located at Swing Center Indoor Golf located in Modesto, CA.
Player Development Golf Coach - Al Owens

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