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Joe Balander Short CourseGolf Venue in Austin, TX

4.9(67 coach reviews)
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1 coach•From $86 per lesson
Joe Balander Short Course - Golf venue⛳Austin, TX

Outdoor golf course in Austin

Courses
4
Setting
Outdoor
open-air
Parking
On-site
Shared parking at Jimmy Clay/Roy Kizer Golf Complex.

1 golf coach at Joe Balander Short Course

Every coach below teaches at Joe Balander Short Course. Pick the one that fits your level - they handle the rest.

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About Lanam

Golf is one of the most frustrating, demoralizing and addictive things you can do. I have been playing for 28 years. I spend 85% of my time conscious practicing , playing or thinking about golf. Each person learns the game differently and I have learned and taught myself through a variety of methods.

What students say...

"Fantastic lesson. Lanam is very knowledgeable and lead a fun, impactful lesson. Highly recommend!

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Lanam
From$86per lesson

Lanam

Bio: Golf is one of the most frustrating, demoralizing and addictive things you can do. I have been playing for 28 years. I spend 85% of my time conscious practicing , playing or thinking about golf. Each person learns the game differently and I have learned and taught myself through a variety of methods.
4.9
146 Lessons given
4.9
Available
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College Golfer
💰$86 for weekly lessons
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About Joe Balander Short Course

4-hole par-3 short course at Jimmy Clay/Roy Kizer Golf Complex in Austin, TX. Ideal for sharpening short game with rolling terrain, practice bunker, and putting green. Fees $5 adults, $3 juniors; walking only.

When to come
A steady-traffic venue. Lessons book up fastest on weekday evenings and weekend mornings.
Amenities
  • Parking: Shared parking at Jimmy Clay/Roy Kizer Golf Complex.
  • Outdoor facility
Hours
Monday8AM – 4PM
Tuesday8AM – 4PM

Where you'll play

5400 Jimmy Clay Dr

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Lessons at Joe Balander Short Course, explained

Lessons at Joe Balander Short Course start at $86 per lesson. The exact price depends on the coach, the session length, and whether you book solo or split a group lesson with friends — and your first lesson is always free.

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Joe Balander Short Course - Golf venue⛳Austin, TX
Wednesday
8AM – 4PM
Thursday8AM – 4PM
Friday8AM – 4PM
Saturday8AM – 3PM
SundayClosed

Shares operation hours with Jimmy Clay and Roy Kizer golf courses; open every day except Christmas.

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Reviews for coaches at Joe Balander Short Course

4.9(67 coach reviews)
Mark C.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Working with Lanam has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my game. He is incredibly patient and creates such a comfortable, encouraging environment to learn in, no matter your skill level. What really stood out to me was his gentle, positive, and fun coaching style — he never makes you feel pressured or discouraged, and instead builds confidence with clear guidance and thoughtful feedback. (Without overloading you) What impressed me most was how quickly I saw improvement. Within just a few adjustments my swing felt more consistent, and my confidence improved. He has a great ability to break down complex mechanics into simple, actionable adjustments that actually work. If you’re looking for an instructor who is knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely invested in helping you improve quickly while still enjoying the process, I couldn’t recommend him more highly.
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Andreas K.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
Lanam was clear, simple, and flexible. He helped me stay focused and set the correct expectations. He did not try to stick to "his" way, he consistently adjusted to my needs. At the same time, he was also properly firm on what he believed the focus should be, in a very respectful way. His entire approach of practicality and repeatability really REALLY worked for me. Great coaches are experts who have a wide array of tools and styles and do what's right for the student to get results. A great coach does not overwhelm you and is able to back off and adjust to keep that from happening, while still pushing you forward. Lanam is a great coach. He's my guy after one lesson.
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Matt M.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
The lesson focused nicely on simplifying my approach, which I appreciated. It felt good to concentrate on just a couple of things like keeping the club face more open and reducing sway. That’s a helpful reminder for next time. Though, I still think I could improve how I position my arms and avoid over-swinging. Still, Lanam’s teaching style makes it easy to stay engaged without feeling overwhelmed. Definitely worth giving it a try if you’re after practical tips grounded in real technique.
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Rohit C.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 37•Verified ✓
I was pretty pleased with the lesson because Lanam focused on what I needed most and explained things clearly, especially in how I could improve my swing consistency. Still, I think some of the drills could have been a bit more tailored to my specific issues. It's promising though, I feel like I can take what I learned and apply it next time I hit the course. If you’re open to constructive feedback, trying out a lesson with Lanam could be worth it to see if it helps your game improve.
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Joe Z.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
That lesson was quite helpful, honestly. My girlfriend and I are pretty eager for our next class because the highlight really boosted our confidence on the course. Lanam’s approach makes it easier to remember key points and stay focused. Still, I think there’s room to refine some of the drills to make them more tailored to our specific game. Anyway, I’ll probably keep going , Lanam’s lessons seem like a solid way to get better without feeling overwhelmed.
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Rohit C.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 37•Verified ✓
Honestly, I appreciated how Lanam was really attentive to guiding, and his eagerness to help Riaan improve his golf skills was clear. Though, Riaan still need to keep working on the grip and body motion, but he feel more aware of what to focus on next. It's a balanced lesson that leaves you with a better understanding of your fundamentals. For anyone aiming to polish their technique, Lanam’s approach offers a solid starting point.
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Rohit C.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 37•Verified ✓
The lesson with Lanam was quite helpful. I felt like I better understood some swing mechanics I’d been struggling with, though I think more practice would make a difference. Still, it was a solid step forward, and I’m hoping to keep building on what was covered today. If you’re looking for a coach who can help clarify confusing parts of your game, Lanam’s worth trying out.
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Jorge G.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Wow! What a great coach. I’m a “social golfer” so no experience no practice just with friends on the weekends. Lanam helped me identify key point where I’m failing technique wise and together he guided me through them. I feel much more confident now, my shots are improving, and I’m working on the next step. Highly recommended!
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Rohit C.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 37•Verified ✓
Really, Lanam’s lesson helped me see some subtle tweaks I can make to my swing, and I appreciate how he kept things straightforward but still useful. Though, I still need to put in regular practice to really see the results. If you're after consistent improvement without too much fuss, giving Lanam a try might be worth it.
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Matt M.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Working with Lanam was a great experience. Simple adjustments throughout the lesson made a huge impact on my swing and there was a noticeable difference between when we started and ended. I’m looking forward to working with him again on a recurring basis as I’m certain my game will improve drastically under his guidance.
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Jennifer S.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 2•Verified ✓
Lanam is a true professional with a genuine passion for teaching.. He has excellent communication skills and can explain complex concepts in a way that's easy to understand. His positive attitude and encouragement made the lessons a truly enjoyable experience. Focusing on the overall experience:
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Rohit C.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 37•Verified ✓
Honestly, I appreciated how Lanam's lesson helped me focus on my swing path, which has been a consistent issue. Still pretty keen to keep working on that aspect, though, so I’m hopeful more lessons will bring noticeable improvement.
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Matt M.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Nice focus on the basics of chipping, and I can see how it boosts the whole game. A bit more range work and rotation would tighten things up, but I’m encouraged to keep refining. Lesson.
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Giovanni I.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Lanam gave me great pointers on how to start improving my swing as a beginner. Definitely felt like I made progress and left the lesson knowing what to continue practicing to improve.
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Willy D.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Lanam is awesome! He explains things clearly and rather than trying to reinvent your swing he’ll try to make it work. Awesome coach!
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Payton M.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Very informative and helpful! Took his time to explain and adjust my form on my swing! I definitely recommend!!
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Tori N.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Amazing lesson, super patient gave as all a really good laugh, overall just a really funny amazing instructor!
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Sean H.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Fantastic lesson. Lanam is very knowledgeable and lead a fun, impactful lesson. Highly recommend!
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Rafael F.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Solid coaching, advice, consistency in one goal. Not introducing too many concepts on day 1.
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Collen F.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Coach help me break bad habits and see different in my swing in the first lesson
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Sharud A.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
Very appreciate of his understanding of my unique goal and ideas to achieve it.
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Yash P.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Lanam was amazing. Teaches great mechanics and makes golf easy to grasp!
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Hemali P.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Lanam is very patient but very helpful in his critique!
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Leonard M.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Great teaching style!
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