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About
INDOOR And OUTDOOR LESSONS. Former tournament player and owner of golf instruction business for 15 years. I've worked with adults, beginners, kids and seniors.
I am a Leadbetter Certified Instructor and USGTF instructor and member of the International PGA. TPI Level 1 Certified.
No two swings are the same and while I have studied and am knowledgeable in several different methods, the instruction I provide is completely based on the student's ability, comfort and flexibility.
I use video and complete analysis of your swing.
Contact me to start improving your game.
Please note if you are more than 25 miles from central Long Island I most likely cannot help you unless you are willing to travel to me. But am happy to do an online lesson.
Online lessons also available if you are out of the area.
Overview
Hired 15 times
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1 employee
11 years in business
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2021
Services offered
Desired lesson frequency
Once per week
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Work location
My customers travel to me
I travel to my customers
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Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, value, and work quality.
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Dan B.
Jul 21, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had my first golflesson yesterday and after an hour, I already feel like I've taken a big step forward. John is an excellent teacher. His clear and concise explanations of how and why things happen in your swing, and the steps towards correcting mistakes, make every minute valuable. Looking forward to future lessons!
Details: Beginner • 26 - 44 years old • Improve driving skills • Improve iron play • General improvement • Introduction to golf • Yes, I own golf clubs • As recommended by instructor • I travel to the golf instructor • The golf instructor travels to me
Golf Lessons
Maz F.
Jun 6, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
John was amazing he teaches on a very understanding way I’ve have taking lessons before but no one was able to get my swing in the right place and get me to hit the ball like this I am highly recommend him to anyone he’s a great teacher can’t what to take another lesson from John this week
Details: Intermediate • 45 - 64 years old • General improvement • Yes, I own golf clubs • As recommended by instructor • I travel to the golf instructor
Golf Lessons
Nick l.
Apr 22, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
John is AMAZING!! Exactly the instructor i have been searching for! I’ve taken lessons many times before with various pros (even TPI certified instructors) and i got more out of one 1 hour session than i did with others with multiple sessions. I will continue to be working with John to help improve my game across the board!
Details: Intermediate • 26 - 44 years old • General improvement • Yes, I own golf clubs • Once a week • I travel to the golf instructor • The golf instructor travels to me
Golf Lessons
John F.
Jun 6, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
John was a great instructor thats helped me VERY much. To both improve my skill, and my knowledge of the game of golf. Thank you John!
Details: Beginner • 18 - 25 years old • General improvement • Yes, I own golf clubs • Once a week • I travel to the golf instructor • The golf instructor travels to me
Golf Lessons
Zakary K.
Jun 6, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
John is a great teacher. He is great at analyzing and helping make adjustments to your swing using video to show you. He is awesome at explaining why you are doing what your are doing, rather then just having you do it, which really helps you better understand what is going on
Details: Beginner • 18 - 25 years old • General improvement • Improve driving skills • Improve iron play • Improve putting skills • Yes, I own golf clubs • As recommended by instructor • I travel to the golf instructor • The golf instructor travels to me
Golf Lessons
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John Rooney
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Rates are as is displayed. Discounts available for lesson packages.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to determine the goals and expectations of a player and create a plan to help them achieve those goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
USGTF Teaching Professional, International PGA Member. I've owned a golf instruction business for over 10 years, played competitively, collegiate experience.
