Data-driven golf coaching for the average player

The best players in the world take a specific approach to improve - they use technology to target flaws, then they drill changes to make them permanent.

We think every player should have access to the same kind of insight used by tour pros. Using data from best-in-class launch monitors and swing analysis software, every Birdie Thesis lesson follows a simple formula:

Understand your goals

Diagnose your barriers

Translate the change

Curate tailored drills

About the Founder

A smiling golf coach, David Malfara, outdoors on a golf coarse at sunset in Celebration / KIssimmee, FL

“Every player should have access to fact-based coaching”

David Malfara is an emerging figure in the golf coaching community, blending a passion for the game with an analytical style. As a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Instructor and a Trackman Level 2 Professional, his coaching philosophy centers on a deep understanding of a player’s swing, not shortcuts or quick fixes.  David will help you cut through the noise and focus on changes that will have a real impact!

I had my first lesson with David to get more compression on my irons. After the first I went from a +5 attack angle to -2 ... a vast improvement. The sound of a loud “click” of the ball is very encouraging. A lot work ahead, but David is very motivating!
— Birdie Thesis student
David was exceptional! Very personalized instruction with great videos to help provide support. I can’t wait to get started and implement his coaching!
— Birdie Thesis student
Fantastic coaching. Truly understands the golf swing and is able to bring data to the equation. Doesn’t just throw a bandaid on the swing, but actually takes the time to diagnose the real swing issue. Highly recommended.
— Birdie Thesis student

Lesson packages

A laptop on a desk showing a golf swing analysis with a golfer on a driving range, an inset of a golf coach delivering an online lesson, and annotations indicating the golfer's body positioning, with the word 'skillest' in the top right corner.

Online lessons

Access to a coach worldwide, anytime

We deliver online coaching through the SKILLEST golf platform, including a free swing evaluation.

$50 Video Analysis: Detailed video analysis of your golf swing and drills curated from online sources (e.g., YouTube).

$85 Single Lesson: Detailed video analysis of your golf swing and a customized video demonstrating your specific change formula and drills.

$215 lesson package: Discounted price for 3 individual lessons.

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Live coaching

Data-driven coaching in Orlando, FL

If you live in Orlando, FL we offer in-person coaching and player development! We operate out of The Greens Indoor Golf on International Drive with access to 4 Trackman hitting bays in a fully air conditioned training facility. Every live lesson includes the option to complete a TPI player screening and custom fitness plan to help maximize improvement.

In-person lessons are $100 per hour

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Contact Us

If you are interested learning more about our approach, please use this form to contact us and a coach will reach out to discuss the details