Reviews

“Last golf season, I completely lost my golf swing and decided to take lessons at Willowbrook Driving Range. Unfortunately, that instructor wasn't effective at all and I ended up stepping away from golf for the rest of the year. This season, a friend recommended Jon Manos and the difference was incredible. In just three lessons, Jon helped me regain my swing and rebuild my confidence on the course. Not only am I enjoying golf again, but I also shot my best round in the past two years. Jon is patient, knowledgeable, and does a great job of keeping lessons relaxed and enjoyable with plenty of dad jokes along the way. I highly recommend Jon Manos to golfers of any skill level who are looking to improve their game and enjoy the process.”

— Daniel Kinslow

“Jon deserves even more stars. With his masterful and patient lessons, I'm finding myself enjoying golf again. I've had several instructors before meeting him but his rates are affordable and the quality of the lessons is excellent. He cares about his students. Thank you so much Jon for helping me appreciate it more.”

— Hyewon

“been going to jon since i was young and he has always been a fun and nice instructor. always looking to crack a joke and keep golf fun which is not the easiest sometimes. plus he's a great help with my swing! whether you're looking to start or improve wherever your game is at manos is a great guy to go to”

— Chris Ha

“Amazing experience! Jon was so easy to work with and is so passionate about his work. He had me making great contact within such a short amount of time, it was great! He's clear with his explanations and cares about seeing his students get better, awesome guy!”

— Jack Makdis

“I started taking lessons with Jon to improve my form and lower my scores. He is an excellent instructor who is extremely knowledgeable and experienced, and you can really tell that he truly enjoys teaching golf. His lessons are very unique, creative, and fun, and he uses different approaches each time, which is always eye-opening. With every lesson, I can feel myself improving more and more, and it has made me enjoy golf even more. Honestly, the range is a bit far from my home in New York, but it is absolutely worth the trip. I'm really glad I found the Jon Manos Academy.”

— Reina

“Jon makes learning golf fun and rewarding with his passion, patience, and know-how. He creates a positive, encouraging vibe that turns practice into something enjoyable, breaking down tricky techniques into simple, easy-to-follow steps. His genuine enthusiasm and personal approach helped me build confidence fast and improve my game a lot—without ever feeling overwhelmed. Whether you're just starting out or want to fine-tune your swing, Jon's mix of skill and a fun, relaxed attitude makes every lesson something I actually look forward to. He's a great choice for anyone who wants to enjoy the game while getting better.”

— Victor

“Jon is a fantastic instructor. Golf can feel intimidating, but Jon makes it feel doable and he is great at providing different tactics to help you learn better. I've only been with him for a couple of months and my technique has improved tremendously. Highly recommend!!”

— Beatrice Tokayer

“Jon was recommended to us by a friend a seasoned golfer who still go to Jon. My husband and I are new to golf Jon's takes step to coach us the details of all moving parts in golf. Our children also goes to him now on a regular basis. He also gives a reasonable rate. Highly recommended!”

— Cecilia Zheng

“I have had the pleasure of working with Jon, and I can't recommend him highly enough! He brings an incredible blend of fun and kindness to each lesson, making the learning experience truly enjoyable. He focuses on the fundamentals, ensuring that I improve without needing to completely overhaul my swing. This approach has not only helped me enhance my game but also maintain my style. If you're looking for a golf instructor with an exceptional teaching ability, who can help you improve while keeping the lessons engaging and personalized, Jon is the perfect choice!”

— Jungyup Song

“After just five lessons with my golf teacher Jon, I've seen remarkable improvements in my swing. Starting as an intermediate player, I've gained confidence and precision under his guidance. Jon's warm, friendly demeanor and contagious humor make each lesson both productive and enjoyable. His personalized approach and ability to make me laugh while refining my skills create a uniquely rewarding learning experience. I highly recommend Jon to anyone seeking to enhance their golf game with a touch of fun and professionalism.”

— Suzy Q

“After learning from videos, it was time to get a lesson and I am so glad I found Jon Manos. He was very creative, instructive, and precise. Fixed my swing and gave me quick and easy practice tips that I can use to improve my golf game. Will be coming back again :)”

— Michelle Paik

“Great guy and great lessons. Always enjoyable and a lot learnt. I'd recommend Jon to anyone looking to improve their game.”

— K T

“Jon is a great coach and teacher. Beyond his encyclopedic knowledge of the game and fundamentals of the golf swing, he has the rare quality of helping you greatly improve your game with patience and humor. Working with Jon is effective AND enjoyable. He is one of a kind. If you are struggling with your game or just need a tune up Jon WILL help you.”

— Ian D

“I just got my second hole in one in 2 months ! All those lessons I took from Jon at my young age of 65 paid off!”

— Paul Savidis

“Jon teaches my 8 year old son every week. He is very easy going, super patient and knowledgeable about golf. My son is comfortable w Jon, and loves coming to golf lessons. If you want your child to learn golf, please sign up w Jon. He is awesome!!!”

— Leon Kennedy

“Jon is incredibly gifted as a golf instructor. Doesn't make you completely "re-learn" a new swing his way, he prefers to work with what you give him and build out from there. Knowledgeable, easy to work with, and always enjoyable getting a lesson with Jon. My game got better after one lesson. I learn something major every time I meet with him. Would (and already have) recommend him to any golfer of any skill level!”

— Eric Wehrle

“Jon is a fantastic coach and extremely knowledgeable. He makes things simple to understand and gives great drills you can take home to work on. If you are serious about improving your golf game, and are willing to put in the work, Jon is your guy. I saw immediate improvements. Each week we work on one specific thing, and continue to build off that. He is also very flexible and will adapt on the fly if you want to work on something specifically. Awesome!!”

— Nick Trent

“I don't know where to start, Jon has changed my life. I would've never been able to learn how to golf the way I do without him. He's a great teacher he's inspirational And overall a great person. He cares about each and everyone of his students and treat them like his own. Taking lessons from Jon is a true joy, and I wouldn't trade it for the world.”

— Jane L

“Started seeing Jon a few years ago and I couldn't be happier. He's friendly, knowledgeable, and can fix any swing issues your having. I recommend all golfers from beginning to advance level to go see him. I saw immediate improvements in my game from the first lesson and continuing to get better every time I see him.”

— Teppei Iharada

“Jon is an excellent instructor for beginners or players who have been golfing for many years! He gives great visual instructions and simple training exercises to perform at home that provide immediate results in consistency, accuracy, and distance of different golf shots.”

— Emmit Rojo

“Saw Jon for my first ever intro to golf lesson in 2021. It got me started with the right form. Unfortunately over time, I began to struggle with slicing and no matter what I tried from online videos, I could not figure it out. After a year and a half, I returned to Jon and he took 20 seconds to arrange my stance. My first 5 driver shots went straight down the middle!!! Highly recommend Jon. I am very excited to continue practicing the drills he gave me. Remember to Bear left!!!”

— Matthew Santiago

“Whether you are a beginner like me, or a seasoned golfer like my brother-in-law, JON IS THE MAN(OS). He doesn't just know the game, he knows how to TEACH the game. His calm manner will put you at ease as you enjoy becoming a better golfer. His creative practice drills will help you develop the skills you desire. His fees are very fair and he is very generous with his phone advice between lessons. Prepare to Tee up to a lower handicap with Jon on your side.”

— Susan Freed

“I would not have been able to learn everything Jon taught me on my own. What a big difference! He taught me how to use every club in the bag. I even brought my family to learn from him! He makes golf easy to understand. 10/10!”

— patricia chang

“Don't waste time going to any other GolfPro. I have been working with Jon for about a month and my game has improved tenfold .Jon cares about one thing having you enjoy the game as much as he does and making you a better golfer. I would recommend Jon to a golfer with any skill level. Great Coach and Great Person.”

— Allen Ambrogio

“Jon is exactly who I was looking for to help improve my game. He doesn't teach each person the exact same way. He makes sure to adjust his teachings to what works best for you and set you up for success when you get on the course. Highly recommend!”

— Max Flashenberg

“Jon is a fantastic instructor. He is positive and keeps it simple in his explanation. He doesnt overcomplicate your thoughts with too much information. I highly recommend Jon Manos if you want to improve your golf game.”

— ryan bergman

“Jon is a great teacher! I was a self taught golfer with a terrible slice, within the first lesson my slice was gone! He's set me up with at home drills and I can't believe how fast my game is improving!”

— Dan Coda

“What a great instructor. Helpful and insightful without changing everything about your swing. After just one lesson, I have the tools to make the driving range a more helpful place. Highly recommend and will be a long time student.”

— Joel Inchaustegui

“The best golf teacher! My golf life is divided before and after meeting Mr. Manos. I felt like blind before meeting Mr. Manos. All the YouTube videos and lessons from other teachers made me more frustrated. However, with Mr. Manos's lessons and his golf training aids, he visualized golf for me, and I finally got opened my eyes! My ball directions are no longer flying like wide Wi-Fi signal anymore and my distance got increased. I am thrilled to learn/discover my potential more with Mr. Manos.”

— Yusun Hwang

“I've worked with three golf instructors before Jon, and none of them came close to the experience I've had with him. I have herniated discs, and instead of forcing me into a "perfect" swing, Jon took the time to understand what my body can realistically do. He's patient, thorough, and explains the mechanics of the golf swing in a way that finally makes sense. He works around injuries without ever making you feel limited. Finding Jon has genuinely made me enjoy golf. I'm so grateful I found him.”

— J

“Jon is the best - have just finished 4 private lessons with him, and feeling great. Highly recommend!”

— Shang Gao

“Jon is a great instructor. His teachings and tips make a lot of sense and are easy to understand and remember. I highly recommend him.”

— JS Lee

“Jon is awesome. He explains things clearly and makes each lesson fun. Highly recommended!”

— Linnea W

“Uses great little visual tools and tips to make learning how to play golf as foolproof as possible. Appreciate his personality and sense of humor too!”

— Nick Stefanidis

“Jon helped me get my distances back after a year of slumping in 2 lessons.”

— Dylan

“Jon is great! Mellow, easy instructions that work! Highly recommend!!!”

— Matt Viola

“Jon rebuilt my game from the ground up. He added 30 yards to my seven iron, and fifty yards to my driver. He teaches just the right amount of theory and fundamentals. I still make plenty of mistakes, but I can now correct myself, I now know what I did wrong, and I know what to work on. Since taking lessons with Jon I went from a 30 handicap to 23. Best of all, Jon remembers to always make the game fun. THANKS JON!”

— Richard K., River Edge, NJ

“I've gone from 160 to 99 thanks to Jon, who has taught me everything. Jon is an extraordinary teacher who finds a simple way to convey what needs to be done to improve ball striking.”

— Jeff F., Englewood, NJ (age 54)

“I've been playing for 3 1/2 years and went from a 25 handicap to 17 thanks to Jon. Without Jon I would not have a swing. He never gives you more to do than you can handle. He can truly teach any level of player. He brings you along in increments starting with establishing a solid understanding and the mechanics of a proper golf swing. He works with your physical limitations and does not try to get you to do what you cannot physically do.”

— Nick R., Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ (age 62)

“Jon has done a wonderful job with my golf game. Over the 8-9 years we have worked together, he has re-tooled my golf game, one step at a time. He has never tried to totally change my swing; other golf professionals have suggested that I need to have 'heart surgery', Jon on the other hand, has taken it one minor surgery at a time. This approach works best for me. As a result, I have reduced my handicap by 1/3 and have won numerous tournaments within my handicap range. THANK YOU JON!!!!”

— Ira C., Alpine, NJ

“I've been playing for 12 years. Before I started taking lessons with Jon in 2006, my handicap was 18-20. After one year with Jon, my handicap was down to an 11. The repetition of the most basic elements of the golf swing through Jon's fundamental approach have brought consistency to the tempo of my swing, the trajectory of my shots and the overall results of my round.”

— Garrett S., Woodcliff Lake, NJ (age 24)

“Jon is one of the best teaching pros in the tri-state area! I have been playing golf for 50 years and through Jon, I have lowered my handicap from a 13 to a 10. His approach is 'keep it simple' and 'let the club do the work'. Jon tries to limit the amount of swing thoughts so that you are not standing over the ball thinking of 20 different ways to try to hit that damn little white ball straight!”

— Jay T., Ridgewood, NJ (age 61)

“I played golf for 35 years without the benefit of lessons. I got to the point where I had no clue about the proper way to swing a golf club. Since taking lessons with Jon, I have lowered my score from 125 to 100/110. Jon has not only taught me how to swing the club, but to understand the swing. I may not always do it correctly, but at least I know what I did wrong, so that I CAN correct it.”

— Steve R., Westwood, NJ (age 59)

“I began learning about the game of golf from Jon. I barely had a club in my hand, so I was a true beginner. 5 years later I'm shooting in the 90's thanks to Jon. He has a simple method of teaching. He doesn't flood you with many thoughts and he is very patient. He not only helped me with my technique; he also helps me with the mental aspect of the game. Jon truly CARES if you do well. He takes his students' game seriously. I am where I am today because of Jon's expertise about the golf swing.”

— Penne G., Glen Rock, NJ (age 51)

“My scores before I met Jon were usually 120-125, now it's between 97-105. Jon adjusts his lessons to fit the specific needs of the students. He deals with both the mental and physical issues that are unique to each student and is always encouraging and easy going. He really understands what elements of the swing are important for improvement and can see what you are doing wrong. He is a really great instructor!”

— Richard S., Manhattan (age 59)

“What I love the most about Jon's teaching methods is his sense of humor and also that it's never a case of 'you're doing THIS WRONG, or THAT WRONG'. What a difference from the other Pros... this was fun!!! He is extremely patient and through him I have seen an improvement in my scores. It's the ongoing encouragement of 'now let's try this,' which in the long run corrects what I'm doing. He treats you like a friend, he sincerely wants you to improve your game and to have fun playing it. Each time I needed help, Jon always made time for me, and directed his teaching skills to adjust to my swing. I look forward to 'Spring Training' with Jon Manos, and, of course, another 'Hole in One'. I know that due to Jon, my passion for the game remains!”

— Louise K., Bergenfield, NJ

“Let's just say it's a 'light year's' difference. Jon is an extremely capable teacher. He breaks down the swing and works on components effectively. There is no haranguing or harping on deficiencies. It's a total 'You can do this' attitude.”

— Marcia J., Fort Lee, NJ (age 68)

“Jon quickly determines what you need as an individual and then works with you accordingly. I once went to him in the middle of the season to work on a particular problem I was having with my driver. He diagnosed the problem right away and within a few practice sessions, my drives became much more consistent. I went from a 25 handicap to a 19 in one year.”

— Joe S., Washington Township, NJ (age 48)

“Jon is an excellent teacher. I was truly struggling when I first went to him. Instead of changing my entire swing, Jon addressed what was wrong and sent me on the proper path. Through Jon's teaching, I have learned how to help myself on the course as well as through practice.”

— Matt C., River Vale, NJ (age 37)

“Teaching is not so much about knowing your subject as it is about knowing how to get your knowledge across to others. Jon Manos has that gift. I started lessons in April and could NOT hit the ball. I am now hitting an 8 iron about 130 yards, and more importantly, straight.”

— Don M., Emerson, NJ

“Jon's style of teaching is both flexible and traditional; via a willingness to take fundamental stroke theory and practice, and teach it through varied and creative strategies. As a teacher, he inspires me. I am continually amazed at the level of patience he maintains for all his students. I can honestly say that I would not have taken a year's worth of lessons if it were not for my confidence in his teaching and the success I have experienced. It is with pleasure that I universally recommend him. In fact, my wife and her sister are current beginners and taking lessons with Jon.”

— Tom P., River Edge, NJ (age 43)

“I've been playing for 20 years. Jon Manos has a method of teaching golf which combines his expertise in the game with a very relaxed and calming manner of instruction. He is very intense and works you hard because he wants you to improve as much as you WANT to improve your game. This technique makes you strive even harder. Through Jon's expert guidance I was able to correct my grip, swing, alignment and follow through, and I greatly improved my game by taking several strokes off my score.”

— Paul N., Paramus, NJ (age 68)

“Jon Manos broke through my accumulated bad habits and re-taught me the game of golf. Jon has the professional eye needed to identify every correction needed as your game progresses. My experience can best be described as dynamic and to the point, as his methods change to the seemingly limitless swing problems I presented. After a few months I felt I had acquired enough to enjoy the game for the rest of my life.”

— Don M., Emerson, NJ (age 54)

“Jon has put the driver and 3 wood back in my bag. He has helped me to develop a reputable swing with less left-to-right action.”

— Mark A., Oradell, NJ (age 50)

“Jon has helped my game immeasurably! He is able to work around some physical limitations with real success. His advice is something I can internalize and helps me tremendously to improve my swing.”

— Jerry J., Fort Lee, NJ (age 74)

“Jon pointed out all the things that I do that were affecting my direction and distance and he showed me how to correct them. He showed me how to straighten out my drives and the LESSONS ARE ALWAYS FUN!!!!”

— Laura W., Tenafly, NJ (age 40)

“My game has improved to a point where only a shrink can help me now!”

— Mel G., Haworth, NJ

“Great patient method of teaching. Jon knows how to get the most out of your individual abilities and swing. Thanks again Jon!!!”

— George L., Harrington Park, NJ

“Jon is very patient and understanding. He analyzes your swing and gives you what you need to help your game.”

— Sue L., Closter, NJ (age 55)