Steve Watanabe Jr.
PGA "Class A” Professional and has been at The Bridges Golf Club since 2007.
Teaching Backround:
Steve Watanabe Jr. has been professionally teaching for more than 14 years. Steve works with golfers of all skill levels from beginners to professionals. He uses his extensive knowledge of the golf swing and eye for detail to help students improve their game. Working within each golfer’s capability and skill level, Steve will customize a plan of improvement through the use of V1 Pro HD video software, exercises, drills, range practice and on course playing lessons. His passion and understanding of the game help his students transfer their new skills to the golf course.
Private Lesson Rates One-Hour Individual Lesson for Adults & Juniors (7-17yrs): $175 One-Hour 2 Person Lesson: $200
Group Lessons of 3 or more please contact for pricing
Steve teaches Wednesday thru Sunday
Steve was recruited to be a Titleist Certified Club Fitter in 2007 and now directs the Titleist Advanced Fitting Center at The Bridges Golf Club. His in-depth knowledge of the golf swing and professional training enable consumers to select the best clubs to fit their game. Receiving the latest technology direct from Titleist headquarters in Carlsbad, California allows Steve to fit with the most cutting-edge equipment in both "Right and Left" hand.
Full Bag fitting takes about 2 hours and fits for Set Composition, Shaft, Flex, Length, Loft, Lie & Grip
Titleist Fitting Fee for Adults & Juniors: $175 per hour
Steve fits Wednesday thru Sunday
Steve is also a SeeMore Putter "Silver Certified" Instructor and Fitter for those in need of specific putting equipment. Instruction & fitting fee is the same as the Private Lesson rates listed above.
Playing Backround:
Concurrent with instruction, Steve continues to compete in professional tournaments on a regular basis. He has been playing professional tournament golf since 2003, at times traveling nationwide to compete. He continues to be a student and top competitive player of the game. Notable accomplishments include:
-31 Professional Career Wins
2020 NCPGA Section Champion
- Qualified for 2021 National PGA CPC in Port St. Lucie, Florida
- Qualified for 2019 National PGA CPC in Bluffton, South Carolina
-U.S. Open Local Qualifying “Medalist” 2017
-Assistant "Player of the Year" Northern California PGA Section in 2010 & 2016
-NCPGA Match Play Championship Runner Up @ Pebble Beach Golf Links in 2016
-NCPGA Assistant Stroke Play Champion 2009 & 2016
-NCPGA Assistant Match Play Champion in 2009, 2012 & 2016
-Qualified for 2009 PGA Assistant National Championship in Port St. Lucie, Florida Finished: T-17 @ 7-under par (73-71-68-69)
To schedule a lesson or fitting, email Steve at [email protected]