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Chance C. Scheffing, PGA

Director of Instruction
PGA Crest

Scotch Plains, NJ
Shackamaxon Golf & Country Club, Scotch Plains, NJ

About Chance

Chance Scheffing, PGA is the Director of Instruction at Shackamaxon Country Club and one of the most sought-after coaches in the region, known for his blend of elite technology, modern coaching systems, and a proven track record across 15,000+ hours of instruction.

A PGA Class A Professional, TrackMan Level 2 certified instructor, and TPI certified coach, Chance specializes in helping players of all ages develop a sharper understanding of their swing, improve their decision-making, and build the habits required to perform under pressure. His teaching integrates the CSG 3P System™ — Precision, Performance, Peak — a weekly development cycle designed to produce consistent, measurable, long-term improvement.

Before joining Shackamaxon, Chance coached at Chelsea Piers Golf Academy (NYC) and held key instruction roles at Trump International Palm Beach, The Breakers, Manasquan River, and Gardiner’s Bay Country Club. He has also served as an assistant coach for NYU Men’s & Women’s Golf, bringing college-level competitive insight to his players.

Chance uses TrackMan, OnForm, and modern performance training methods to create personalized plans for juniors, competitive players, and dedicated adult golfers. His goal is simple: help every player train smarter, think sharper, and play their best golf — on command.

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669

Followers

1.6k

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Chance in Action

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Testimonial:

Chance is an excellent coach. He is very understanding and patient. Every lesson is an opportunity to learn something new. With Chance'sexpertise, he will take you to the next level. I highly recommend Chance

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Chance's Experience

Helping players achieve their goals.


Getting Started

Learn the basics

Avoid embarrassment on the first tee

Get comfortable for business golf


Having More Fun

Have more fun on the course

Connect with golfers of similar skill

Connect with golfers of similar age


Improving Your Game

Break 100

Break 90

Break 80

Add 10 yards

Improve your Short Game

Make the high school golf team

Get swing diagnostic testing

Prepare for Tournament Golf

Earn a college golf scholarship

Students & Lessons

Coaching Services

Player Type

Youth

Teen

Adult

Senior

Male

Female

Playing with disabilities

Session Type

Individual

Group

Skills & Tools

Improve with Chance.

SkillsTools
Putting
Tournament Strategy
Speed
Physical Assessment
Short Game
Club Fitting
Full Swing
Course Strategy
Chance's Facilities

Shackamaxon Golf & Country Club

Scotch Plains NJ

*Coaching available to public

1607 Shackamaxon Dr, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076-4784

Westfield NJ

*Coaching available to public

902 Shackamaxon Dr, Westfield, NJ 07090

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