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Kevin M. O'Connor, PGA

Teaching Professional
PGA Crest

Vacaville, CA
Foreplay Simulators, Vacaville, CA

About Kevin

Kevin is a Class A PGA Golf Professional with 23 years of experience coaching golfers of all skill levels, from beginners to tour professionals.

Originally from Connecticut, Kevin has built a distinguished career in both competitive play and instruction. His passion for the game began in high school, where he won multiple tournaments. He went on to compete at the collegiate level, starting at Mitchell College, where he won the NJCAA Division 3 National Championship. He then transferred to UConn, serving as team captain in his senior year. After college, Kevin turned professional and competed on the Cleveland Golf Pro Tour in New England, further deepening his understanding of high-level competitive golf.

Throughout his coaching career, Kevin has held prestigious coaching positions at top courses and academies across the U.S. and abroad, including:

  • Old Lyme CC (CT)
  • Duxbury Yacht Club (MA)
  • Hyatt Hill Country Resort and Spa (TX)
  • Edwin Watts Golf Academy (TX)
  • Baumholder GC & Woodlawn GC (Ramstein AFB, Germany)
  • Joint Base Langley-Eustis (VA)
  • Paradise Valley GC & Rancho Solano GC (CA)

Kevin's approach emphasizes the importance of understanding each golfer's unique style and skill set, allowing for personalized instruction that resonates with their individual learning processes. By focusing on the fundamentals and the process, he encourages students to build a solid foundation, ensuring that they grasp essential techniques before moving on to more advanced concepts.

Whether you're a beginner looking to build a solid foundation or an experienced player striving for peak performance, Kevin brings the knowledge, experience, and passion to take your game to the next level.

Students

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Kevin in Action

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Kevin in Action

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Testimonial:

I have been taking lessons with Coach Kevin for 3 years. He has an incredible ability to assess swings of all levels and provides adjustments necessary. He may not know this, but many in our golf circle refer to him as the ‘Golf Whisperer’.

Sophia Lee, 2025 US Open Contestant

Testimonial:

One of the best teachers in Northern California. Kevin does a good job of explaining the concepts and drills to help improve your game.

Gary Sigel

Testimonial:

One-on-one coaching with Kevin is unmatched. He’s both personable and incredibly knowledgeable. I genuinely look forward to every session and the opportunity to grow under his guidance.

Brandon Cole

Testimonial:

He has been an incredible golf coach. He has shown immense patience and understanding. He has consistently remained kind, supportive, and committed to helping me grow and retain my golf skills.

James Lising

Testimonial:

Kevin is hands down the best golf instructor I've worked with. Kevin is knowledgeable and engaging, with a competitive edge that pushes my game. From the range to the course, the fundamentals he’s installed are paying huge dividends.

Christine Keener
Kevin's Experience

Helping players achieve their goals.


Improving Your Game

Break 80

Break 90

Break 100

Add 10 yards

Improve your Short Game

Prepare for Tournament Golf

Make the high school golf team

Earn a college golf scholarship

Get swing diagnostic testing


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

Students & Lessons

Coaching Services

Player Type

Teen

Adult

Senior

Male

Female

Session Type

Individual

Group

Skills & Tools

Improve with Kevin.

Skills
Putting
Tournament Strategy
Speed
Short Game
Wind Play
Full Swing
Social Engagement
Course Strategy
Wedge Play
Kevin's Facilities

Foreplay Simulators

Vacaville CA

*Coaching available to public

601 Orange Dr, Vacaville, CA 95687

Begin Your Journey

Work with Kevin