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At Clubhouse, John brings decades of teaching experience to golfers of all skill levels through private instruction, swing analysis, and performance-focused coaching in a state-of-the-art indoor golf environment in Manhattan.
John Hobbins is the founder of Greenside Golf Academy, one of the longest-standing golf instruction academies in New York City. Recognized as a Golf Digest Best Teacher in New York State every year from 2015-2024, John is known for his modern, player-focused approach to golf instruction and player development. He was also named PGA Metropolitan Section Teacher of the Year and is a member of the PGA of America Quarter Century Club.
SPECIALTIES
Full-Swing Motion & Mechanics
Putting
(Blast Gold 360 Certified)
Green-Reading, AimPoint Level 4
(1 of only 10 worldwide)
Club Fitting
(L.A.B. Directed Force & Makefield Putters)
On-Course Strategy & Pre-Shot Routines
LPGA Tour Member, 2011-2014
Epson Tour (formerly Futures Tour) Professional
Competed in 2 USGA U.S. Women's Opens
T-3 finish, 2014 New Zealand Open (European Tour sanctioned)
AimPoint Certified Level 4 Instructor
Blast 360 Certified Putting Instructor
Certified L.A.B. Directed Force Putters Fitter
Makefield Putters Certified Fitter
Golf Digest "Best in State," 2015-2024
Golf Magazine Top Instructor, Northeast Region (2005, 2013)
Chelsea Piers PGA Senior Instructor of the Year, 2006-2011
PGA of America Quarter Century Club
Founded Greenside Golf Academy, 1999
Director, Golf Digest Schools, 1991-1999
Director of Golf Operations, Hyatt Hotels Caribbean, 1986-1991
Host Professional, PGA Tour New York Life Champions
John Hobbins has developed his teaching philosophy through decades of coaching golfers of every skill level, from beginners to competitive players. His approach combines modern golf instruction, movement analysis, and performance science to simplify the game and help players build more repeatable, efficient swings.
Driven by a deep understanding of swing mechanics and athletic movement patterns, John has dedicated years to advanced certification studies, in-depth research, and the analysis of elite golfers and high-performing athletes across multiple sports. His philosophy centers on helping players better understand why the golf ball moves the way it does — translating complex concepts into clear, actionable instruction.
John's methods have also been shaped by the teachings of legendary instructor John Jacobs, often regarded as the father of modern golf instruction. Inspired by Jacobs' belief that ball flight reflects both club movement and body motion, John focuses on building efficient movement patterns that create lasting improvement and more consistent performance on the course.
Create efficient swing motion
Improve green-reading skills
Improve on-course strategies
Assess your putting performance
Create a consistent pre-shot routine
Develop a plan for improvement
Better practice habits (blocked vs. random)
At Clubhouse, Anya brings tour-level experience and a modern, fundamentals-first approach to golfers of all skill levels through personalized instruction, swing analysis, and on-course strategy coaching in a state-of-the-art indoor golf environment in Manhattan.
Anya Alvarez is an LPGA teaching professional and former LPGA and Epson Tour player based at the River Club of NYC. A two-time U.S. Open competitor, she’s known for her individualized coaching style that blends technical development with confidence, course management, and real-game performance.
SPECIALTIES
Fundamentals-first instruction
Personalized swing analysis — no 'one-size-fits-all'
On-course strategy and how to actually play the game
Confidence building and mental approach
Tour-level technique adapted for all skill levels
LPGA Tour Member, 2011-2014
Epson Tour (formerly Futures Tour) Professional
Competed in 2 USGA U.S. Women's Opens
T-3 finish, 2014 New Zealand Open (European Tour sanctioned)
Collegiate Golfer, University of Washington
LPGA Teaching Professional
10+ years of professional teaching instruction
Head Professional at River Club NYC
Anya's approach to instruction is rooted in the fundamentals — but never rigid. She treats every student as an individual, recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all golf swing. Rather than imposing a single model, she listens, observes, and builds a game around each person's natural motion and goals.
Having competed collegiately at the University of Washington and professionally on the Epson and LPGA Tour, Anya doesn't just teach mechanics — she teaches golf. Her lessons weave in the course management, decision-making, and mental approach that separate good ball-strikers from real players.
Whether you're picking up a club for the first time or looking to break a scoring plateau, Anya meets you where you are. She brings the same competitive mindset that carried her to two U.S. Opens and translates it into practical, enjoyable instruction for golfers at every level.
Build a solid, repeatable swing foundation
Develop consistent ball-striking
Improve on-course decision making
Sharpen short game and putting
Build a confident pre-shot routine
Learn to manage your game, not just your swing
Have more fun every time you play
At Clubhouse, Patricia brings a competition-driven, strategy-first approach to player development through personalized coaching, tournament preparation, mental performance training, and advanced swing analysis.
Patricia Garcia is a former competitive amateur golfer with over a decade of experience on the regional circuit. Known for her calm, detail-oriented coaching style, she helps players strengthen course management, build confidence under pressure, and develop a smarter approach to competitive play.
SPECIALTIES
Tournament prep
Course management and mental performance
Experienced junior golf coach & development instructor
Simulator-based instruction for amateurs & professionals
Ball flight analysis
Founder — Patricia Garcia Golf, New York City
3x Puerto Rico Women's Amateur Champion
Caribbean Amateur Golf Champion — 2009
Puerto Rico State Champion — 2010 & 2011
First girl to win gold competing against the boys (PR)
Individual Gold Medalist — 2008 & 2010
Puerto Rico Junior Ranking Winner — 2010–11
Puerto Rico Athlete of the Year — 2007–08
Won 11 junior golf tournaments
Best junior round: 7-under 67
Graduate — Colegio Marista, Guaynabo · 2011
Patricia’s approach to instruction is rooted in structure, clarity, and measurable improvement. She believes real development comes from understanding your game — not guessing at it. Using simulator technology and data-informed coaching, she tailors each lesson to the individual, building around a player’s natural tendencies, goals, and skill level rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all approach.
Having competed from Puerto Rico’s junior golf circuit through her collegiate career at Texas A&M, Patricia brings genuine competitive experience to every session. She doesn’t just teach swing mechanics — she teaches how to perform. Her instruction blends technical development with course management, practice structure, and the mental discipline required to improve under pressure.
Whether you’re new to the game or training to compete at a higher level, Patricia focuses on creating lessons that leave players with something tangible: a clearer understanding of their swing, a focused plan for improvement, and the confidence that comes from measurable progress.
Simulator-based swing analysis
Build a repeatable, structured swing
Track and measure real improvement
Develop course management skills
Sharpen short game & putting
Compete with clarity and confidence
Create structured practice routines
Junior development & early fundamentals
book a lesson at Clubhouse
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For instructors looking to connect, coach, and work in a space built for the game.
Book a lesson with a Clubhouse instructor to start building a swing — and a game — that finally feels like your own.
A PLACE TO PLAY
A PLACE TO INSTRUCT
For instructors looking to connect, coach, and work in a space built for the game.
Clubhouse offers instructors and trainers a semi-private indoor golf environment designed for focused instruction, flexibility, and ease. Whether you’re working one-on-one or hosting small group sessions, our bays are fully set up, distraction-free, and ready when you are.
At Clubhouse, John brings decades of teaching experience to golfers of all skill levels through private instruction, swing analysis, and performance-focused coaching in a state-of-the-art indoor golf environment in Manhattan.
John Hobbins is the founder of Greenside Golf Academy and a Golf Digest Best Teacher in New York from 2015–2024. Known for his modern, player-focused coaching style, he is also a PGA Metropolitan Section Teacher of the Year and member of the PGA of America Quarter Century Club.
At Clubhouse, Anya brings tour-level experience and a modern, fundamentals-first approach to golfers of all skill levels through personalized instruction, swing analysis, and on-course strategy coaching in a state-of-the-art indoor golf environment in Manhattan.
Anya is an LPGA teaching professional and former LPGA and Epson Tour player based at the River Club of NYC. A two-time U.S. Open competitor, she’s known for her individualized coaching style that blends technical development with confidence, course management, and real-game performance.
At Clubhouse, Patricia brings a competition-driven, strategy-first approach to player development through personalized coaching, tournament preparation, mental performance training, and advanced swing analysis in a modern indoor golf environment in Manhattan.
Patricia Garcia is a former competitive amateur golfer with over a decade of experience on the regional circuit. Known for her calm, detail-oriented coaching style, she helps players strengthen course management, build confidence under pressure, and develop a smarter approach to competitive play.
Full-Swing Motion & Mechanics
Putting (Blast Gold 360 Certified)
Green-Reading, AimPoint Level 4
(1 of only 10 worldwide)
Club Fitting (L.A.B. Directed Force & Makefield Putters)
On-Course Strategy & Pre-Shot Routines
PGA Metropolitan Section Teacher of the Year
PGA Metropolitan Section Board of Directors, 2021-2023
PGA Metropolitan Section Professional Development Award
Chairman of the Educational Committee, 2021-2023
AimPoint Certified Level 4 Instructor
Blast 360 Certified Putting Instructor
Certified L.A.B. Directed Force Putters Fitter
Makefield Putters Certified Fitter
Golf Digest "Best in State," 2015-2024
Golf Magazine Top Instructor, Northeast Region (2005, 2013)
Chelsea Piers PGA Senior Instructor of the Year, 2006-2011
PGA of America Quarter Century Club
Founded Greenside Golf Academy, 1999
Director, Golf Digest Schools, 1991-1999
Director of Golf Operations, Hyatt Hotels Caribbean, 1986-1991
Host Professional, PGA Tour New York Life Champions
John Hobbins has developed his teaching philosophy through decades of coaching golfers of every skill level, from beginners to competitive players. His approach combines modern golf instruction, movement analysis, and performance science to simplify the game and help players build more repeatable, efficient swings.
Driven by a deep understanding of swing mechanics and athletic movement patterns, John has dedicated years to advanced certification studies, in-depth research, and the analysis of elite golfers and high-performing athletes across multiple sports. His philosophy centers on helping players better understand why the golf ball moves the way it does — translating complex concepts into clear, actionable instruction.
John's methods have also been shaped by the teachings of legendary instructor John Jacobs, often regarded as the father of modern golf instruction. Inspired by Jacobs' belief that ball flight reflects both club movement and body motion, John focuses on building efficient movement patterns that create lasting improvement and more consistent performance on the course.
Create efficient swing motion
Improve green-reading skills
Improve on-course strategies
Assess your putting performance
Create a consistent pre-shot routine
Develop a plan for improvement
Better practice habits (blocked vs. random)
Fundamentals-first instruction
Personalized swing analysis — no 'one-size-fits-all'
On-course strategy and how to actually play the game
Confidence building and mental approach
Tour-level technique adapted for all skill levels
LPGA Tour Member, 2011-2014
Epson Tour (formerly Futures Tour) Professional
Competed in 2 USGA U.S. Women's Opens
T-3 finish, 2014 New Zealand Open (European Tour sanctioned)
Collegiate golfer, University of Washington
LPGA Teaching Professional
10+ years of professional instruction experience
Based at the River Club of NYC, Manhattan
Anya's approach to instruction is rooted in the fundamentals — but never rigid. She treats every student as an individual, recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all golf swing. Rather than imposing a single model, she listens, observes, and builds a game around each person's natural motion and goals.
Having competed collegiately at the University of Washington and professionally on the Epson and LPGA Tour, Anya doesn't just teach mechanics — she teaches golf. Her lessons weave in the course management, decision-making, and mental approach that separate good ball-strikers from real players.
Whether you're picking up a club for the first time or looking to break a scoring plateau, Anya meets you where you are. She brings the same competitive mindset that carried her to two U.S. Opens and translates it into practical, enjoyable instruction for golfers at every level.
Build a solid, repeatable swing foundation
Develop consistent ball-striking
Improve on-course decision making
Sharpen short game and putting
Build a confident pre-shot routine
Learn to manage your game, not just your swing
Have more fun every time you play
Tournament prep
Course management and mental performance
Experienced junior golf coach & development instructor
Simulator-based instruction for amateurs & professionals
Ball flight analysis
Founder — Patricia Garcia Golf, New York City
3× Puerto Rico Women's Amateur Champion
Caribbean Amateur Golf Champion — 2009
Puerto Rico State Champion — 2010 & 2011
First girl to win gold competing against the boys (PR)
Individual Gold Medalist — 2008 & 2010
Puerto Rico Junior Ranking Winner — 2010–11
Won 11 junior golf tournaments
Best junior round: 7-under 67
Graduate — Colegio Marista, Guaynabo · 2011
Top-3 scoring average on the roster (75.53)
5 top-25 finishes as a freshman
2nd place — Battle at Rancho Bernardo
Career-low round of 70 (PING/ASU Invitational)
Helped A&M win Dr. Donnis Thompson Invitational
Helped A&M finish 2nd at NCAA East Regional
Top-20 team finish at NCAA Championship
Patricia’s approach to instruction is rooted in structure, clarity, and measurable improvement. She believes real development comes from understanding your game — not guessing at it. Using simulator technology and data-informed coaching, she tailors each lesson to the individual, building around a player’s natural tendencies, goals, and skill level rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all approach.
Having competed from Puerto Rico’s junior golf circuit through her collegiate career at Texas A&M, Patricia brings genuine competitive experience to every session. She doesn’t just teach swing mechanics — she teaches how to perform. Her instruction blends technical development with course management, practice structure, and the mental discipline required to improve under pressure.
Whether you’re new to the game or training to compete at a higher level, Patricia focuses on creating lessons that leave players with something tangible: a clearer understanding of their swing, a focused plan for improvement, and the confidence that comes from measurable progress.
Simulator-based swing analysis
Build a repeatable, structured swing
Track and measure real improvement
Develop course management skills
Sharpen short game & putting
Compete with clarity and confidence
Create structured practice routines
Junior development & early fundamentals
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