Coach Nathan is the founder of Tour Development Academy and the Head Teaching Professional. Recognized as one of the top golf instructors in Canada, he works with golfers of ALL ages and skill levels, from kids to adults, beginners to Tour professionals.

When you work with Coach Nathan, you’re not only learning from one of the best, but you’re also gaining access to cutting-edge technology in one of the most advanced teaching facilities in the country. Using high-definition slow-motion video on large TV displays, Nathan analyzes your swing from multiple angles, breaking down key movements and areas for improvement. After each lesson, he provides you with personalized video recaps so you can practice with clarity and confidence.

Nathan’s expertise lies in identifying the root cause of swing issues and explaining them in a way that’s easy for anyone to understand. His ability to simplify complex movements and tie them into the bigger picture of your swing is what sets him apart. One of the most common things students say after a lesson with Nathan is: “I know I have issues, but I’ve never heard it explained that way. Seeing how everything fits together makes total sense! Now I know exactly what to focus on in my practice.”

In addition to coaching players, Nathan also works with golf coaches, where instructors from around the world learn from him on how to improve their lesson structure, diagnostics, and coaching systems. His approach is often sought out by other coaches for its clarity, efficiency, and ability to create consistent results for students.

Enough watching YouTube and trying to fix your own swing. Come in and work with the best, and find out exactly what you need to be working on!

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Contact Nathan directly if you have any questions regarding his lessons - 778-999-9227 or Nathan@TDAgolf.ca.

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Coach Nathan has expertise in using the following technology during lessons: ​

• TrackMan 4 – Industry-leading launch monitor technology

• SwingCatalyst – High-speed video analysis

• Smart2Move Dual Force Plates – Ground reaction force measurement

• HackMotion Wrist Analysis – Detailed 3D wrist movement tracking

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HOURLY PRICING & PACKAGES:

1 Hour = $195

5 Hours = $890

10 Hours = $1,710

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30 MINUTE PRICING:

30 Minutes = $105

*Hourly packages cannot be used to pay for 30 minute lessons

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*Prices above do not include applicable GST

*Purchasing packages - Book any lesson(s) online, and we can discuss purchasing the package when you come in.

*Once a package has been started, no refunds will be given.

ALL packages expire 1 year from purchase

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Coach Jacob is a PGA of Canada Class “A” Teaching Professional with over 15 years in the golf industry. He works with golfers of all skill levels, from beginners building their foundations to competitive players preparing for tournaments.

When you work with Jacob, the goal is to understand what your ball flight and strike are telling you, what to work on, and how to practise it. His approach combines natural movement, clear explanations, and on-course problem-solving to help you make improvements that carry onto the golf course.

Using video, 3D swing analysis, launch monitors, and force plates, Jacob connects what you feel with what is happening in your swing. Lessons provide a clear practice focus, and students are encouraged to report back between sessions with their progress, questions, and challenges.

This upcoming season, Jacob will serve as a Team BC Mentee Coach, supporting regional coaches and junior golfers as a rotating assistant across BC Golf regions. His coaching has also been influenced by exposure to Mike Adams, Terry Rowles, Adam Young, Dr. Mark Bull, and Vision54’s Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott.

Jacob’s playing background includes representing BC on the 2014 Willingdon Cup team, five Vancouver Golf Tour wins, and the 2020 Zone 4 City Amateur title. His career-best round of 61 (-11), including a 27 (-9) front nine, secured his first collegiate victory.

Contact Jacob directly with any questions about lessons: 778-988-4150 or jacob@vanderwong.ca

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Coach Jacob has expertise in using the following technology during lessons:

• TrackMan 4 – Ball-flight and club-delivery analysis

• SwingCatalyst – High-speed video analysis

• Sportsbox 3D – Three-dimensional swing analysis

• Smart2Move Dual Force Plates – Pressure and ground-reaction force measurement

• HackMotion – Wrist-movement analysis

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HOURLY PRICING & PACKAGES

1 Hour = $170

5-pack = $800

10-pack = $1,500

Long-term player development packages are available upon request.

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Prices do not include applicable GST.

Packages apply to one-hour lessons only.

Purchasing a package: Book your lesson online, and we can arrange the package when you arrive.

All packages expire one year from purchase.

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Max Vaclav is a Golf Performance Coach, Registered Kinesiologist, and TPI Certified Professional based at the Tour Development Academy. With over eight years of experience in kinesiology and human performance, Max blends the science of movement with the art of coaching to help golfers move better, swing more efficiently, and play at their highest potential.

A graduate of Lakehead University’s Kinesiology program and a PGA of Canada Apprentice Professional, Max has worked with athletes ranging from developing juniors to PGA Tour Americas players. His integrated coaching model combines Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) screening, swing analysis, and individualized corrective exercise programming, all designed to optimize movement, strength, and power specific to each golfer’s body.

Max’s approach goes beyond “fixing the swing.” He identifies the why behind movement limitations, builds evidence-based corrective plans, and connects those changes directly to improved club delivery, consistency, and distance. Whether the goal is lowering scores, increasing swing speed, or building a body that supports long-term performance, Max’s system creates measurable, lasting results.

Off the lesson tee, Max is passionate about performance training, biomechanics, and helping golfers understand how small physical changes can unlock major on-course breakthroughs. His goal is simple: to make every player feel and perform like an athlete.

Book your assessment or lesson with Max today and experience the difference between golf instruction and golf performance.

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HOURLY PRICING & PACKAGES:

1 Hour = $160

5 Hours = $760

10 Hours = $1,470

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Prices above do not include applicable GST.

Purchasing packages: Book any lesson(s) online, and we can discuss purchasing the package when you come in.

ALL packages expire 1 year from purchase.

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Coach Donald started playing golf at the age of 7 in Guangzhou, China. He was part of the Guangzhou Junior Golf Association, training with LPGA player’s Shanshan Feng and Xiyu Lin. Donald was the Vancouver Junior Champion in 2011 and in the same year placed 2nd in the Canadian U17 Juvenile Championship. He represented Team BC to compete in Western Canada Summer Games, Eddie Hogan Cup, and the Aaron Baddeley International Junior Championship.

Donald attended Torrey Pines High School in San Diego, California where he played in top junior tournaments in the USA competing with top players in the world, such as, Collin Morikawa, Bryson DeChambeau, and Sahith Theegala. He later received a scholarship to the University of British Columbia. Graduating with a Bachelor Degree in Psychology, his academic background would closely intertwine with his golf instruction.

Now, Donald is privileged to be working with golfers of all ages and skill levels. He uses his experience and knowledge learned through his Amateur and Professional career to mentor his students reach their goals and enjoy the game.

Coach Donald speaks fluently in both English and Mandarin.

Donald教练教学语言: 普通话和英文均可。

Contact Donald directly if you have any questions regarding his lessons - 604-868-7811 or Don200996@hotmail.com.

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Coach Donald has expertise in using the following technology during lessons: ​

-TrackMan 4

-SwingCatalyst Video Analysis

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HOURLY PRICING & PACKAGES:

ADULTS

1 Hour = $150

5 Hours = $700

10 Hours = $1,300

JUNIORS (Age 18 and younger)

1 Hour = $135

5 Hours = $625

10 Hours = $1,200

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*Prices above do not include applicable GST

*Purchasing packages - Book any lesson(s) online, and we can discuss purchasing the package when you come in.

ALL packages expire 1 year from purchase

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