Improve your game with professional golf tuition at Maroochy River Golf Club on the Sunshine Coast. Our experienced PGA professionals provide personalised lessons for beginners, juniors and experienced golfers looking to refine their skills. Explore our coaching team below and book directly with the coach that best suits your goals.
Our coaching team offers lessons for players of all levels, from beginners learning the fundamentals to experienced golfers refining specific areas of their game. Select a coach below to learn more and book your lesson.
A highly respected PGA Golf Professional and Member of the Australian PGA, John Wright brings over 25 years of coaching experience across all levels of the game. With a proven ability to develop both tour professionals and beginner golfers, John is recognised for delivering clear, practical instruction that produces lasting results.
Throughout a long and successful career, John has coached numerous elite and touring professionals, while maintaining a strong passion for introducing new players to the game and helping everyday golfers improve their skills, confidence, and enjoyment. This breadth of experience allows John to tailor coaching programs to suit individual goals, whether performance-driven or recreational.
In addition to private and on-course coaching, John is also a PGA Educator, providing live education sessions and lessons for Australian PGA Members. This role reflects a deep understanding of coaching principles, player development, and the ongoing professional education of fellow PGA professionals.
Golf runs deep in the family, with both sons also Members of the Australian PGA, creating a proud multi-generational legacy within the profession. This family connection reflects a lifelong commitment to the game, its values, and the ongoing development of golfers at every stage.
Known for a professional yet approachable coaching style, John continues to be a trusted mentor to players seeking improvement, consistency, and a deeper understanding of the game.
PGA Professional & Golf Coach
Cameron Banks a passionate golf coach dedicated to helping players improve through clear instruction, modern coaching methods, and expert club fitting. Cam’s coaching focuses on building strong swing fundamentals while using technology and data to create consistent, repeatable results.
Alongside coaching, he specialises in professional club fitting to ensure every golfer has equipment that suits their swing and maximises distance, accuracy, and control.
Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or an experienced golfer looking to lower your handicap, Cam’s goal is simple: to help you play better golf and enjoy the game more.
Director of Golf
Matt Rogers is a PGA Professional and Director of Golf who coaches golfers of all levels. Advanced in Coaching through the PGA and Trackman Certified, Matt combines modern technology with practical coaching methods to help players improve their skills and enjoyment of the game.
He has extensive experience delivering individual lessons, junior coaching, group clinics, and beginner programs, creating a supportive environment for golfers at every stage of their journey. Matt also has strong expertise in club fitting, ensuring players are equipped with clubs that suit their swing and help maximise performance.
Maroochy River Golf Club offers golf lessons for players of all ages and abilities. Whether you are learning the fundamentals, returning to the game, or refining specific skills, our PGA professionals provide tailored coaching in a relaxed and professional environment.
