Golf Guides
Golf Guides & Articles
By Tony Meechai, PGA — Thai-American PGA professional golf coach, Bangkok · 30 guides · updated 2026.09.04
The Short Answer
Straight answers to real golf questions — coached by a PGA of America professional with 30+ years and 50,000+ students mentored. Bangkok and Thailand guides, swing fixes, and how to plan a golf trip that actually improves your game.
Coaching & Lessons
How to choose a coach, what lessons cost, and what a golf school actually looks like.
Coaching & LessonsGolf Schools in Thailand: What to ExpectInside a Black Hat Vacation Golf School — minimum 2 days, morning range coaching, afternoon on-course play, tailored to your level at recognized Thailand courses.Coaching & LessonsGolf Lessons in Bangkok with a PGA CoachGolf lessons in Bangkok with Tony "Black Hat" Meechai — PGA of America professional, 30+ years, 50,000+ students. Individualized coaching or 2-day vacation golf schools.Coaching & LessonsHow Much Do Golf Lessons Cost in Bangkok?Discover golf lesson prices in Bangkok, key factors driving coaching costs, instruction formats, and how personalized golf programs are structured.Coaching & LessonsGolf School vs Weekly Lessons: Which Is Right for You?Compare multi-day golf schools and weekly lessons to decide which training format fits your schedule, learning pace, travel plans, and game goals.Coaching & LessonsHow to Choose a Golf Coach in Bangkok: 7 ChecksUse these seven checks for choosing a Bangkok golf coach: credentials, method, communication, facility, structure, trial lesson, and references.Coaching & LessonsThe Meechai Method: 3 Pillars of Golf CoachingDiscover the Meechai Method: Mind, Body, Club. Built on Club-Focused Instruction lineage, Tony Meechai's system simplifies golf coaching in Bangkok.Coaching & LessonsWho Is Tony Meechai? The PGA Coach Behind Black Hat GolfTony "Black Hat" Meechai is a Thai-American PGA professional golf coach in Bangkok with 30+ years and 50,000+ students. Learn his credentials and method.
Improve Your Game
Shot-shape fixes and improvement plans from a PGA coach with 30+ years on the range.
Improve Your GameHow to Fix a Slice in GolfA slice is usually an open clubface plus an over-the-top swing path. The four fixes PGA coach Tony Meechai teaches: grip, aim, swing path, and tempo.Improve Your GameHow Many Golf Lessons Do I Need? A Coach's AnswerPGA coach Tony Meechai explains how many golf lessons you actually need: from a single diagnostic session to a multi-day school that compresses a season of progress.Improve Your GameHow to Fix a Hook in Golf: Grip, Path and Release FixesA hook comes from a closed clubface or an in-to-out path with too much release. Learn the grip fix, square alignment and a half-swing drill to quiet the curve.Improve Your GameHow to Lower Your Golf Handicap: A Coach's 5-Step PlanLower your handicap by fixing one measurable weakness at a time. Use baseline stats, short-game focus, course strategy, and structured practice to score better.Improve Your GameHow to Stop Topping the Golf Ball: Causes and Fast FixesLearn why you top the golf ball and how to fix it fast. Discover the 3 root causes, a 5-minute drill, and core setup adjustments from PGA professionals.
Thailand Golf Guide
Courses, costs, caddies, seasons and planning — for golfers visiting Thailand.
Thailand Golf GuideBest Golf Courses in BangkokBangkok golf at its best: Lotus Valley, Thana City, Pattana, Phothalai, Riverdale, The Vintage Club and Royal Golf & Country Club — the recognized facilities Black Hat Golf works with.Thailand Golf GuideIs Thailand Good for Golf?Yes — Thailand is one of Asia’s premier golf destinations: year-round play, championship facilities, caddies, value and PGA-level coaching in Bangkok.Thailand Golf GuideA Golf Vacation in ThailandCombine a Thailand vacation with golf: vacation schools, on-course clinics or private coaching — planned around your schedule at recognized courses.Thailand Golf GuideBest Time to Play Golf in Thailand (Season Guide)Discover the best time to play golf in Thailand. Explore season-by-season weather, tee-time tips, night golf, and flexible vacation golf school options.Thailand Golf GuideGolf Bangkok vs Pattaya: Which Is Better for Your Trip?Bangkok wins on coaching depth and course access; Pattaya adds a beach base and a strong golf cluster about 90 minutes away. Compare logistics and combine both.Thailand Golf GuideCaddies in Thailand: Do You Need One and How Much to Tip?Yes, caddies are standard at Thai courses. Learn what they do, what the caddie fee covers, how much to tip in Thailand, and first-round etiquette.Thailand Golf GuideHow Many Golf Courses Are There in Thailand?Discover how many golf courses are in Thailand, where key golfing hubs cluster, why course counts vary, and how to choose top facilities.Thailand Golf GuideHow to Book Golf in Thailand: A Visitor's Complete GuideA visitor's guide to booking golf in Thailand: choosing the area, booking through the club or agent, tee-time rates, caddie fees, cancellations, and more.Thailand Golf GuideIs Golf Big in Thailand? Yes — Here's the EvidenceGolf is a major sport and tourism draw in Thailand, with hundreds of courses, junior academies, a PGA of Asia, and a reported 750,000 golf visitors as of 2013.Thailand Golf GuideHow Much Does a Round of Golf Cost in Thailand?Understand green fees, caddie fees, cart rates, and seasonal price factors for playing golf in Thailand, plus indicative market price tiers for golfers.
Start Golfing
First clubs, first lessons, etiquette and the habits that make golf easier.
Start GolfingAre Golf Lessons Worth It? What You Get for the MoneyYes, golf lessons are worth it for most players. Learn why structured coaching beats solo practice, what a good lesson includes, and how to start affordably.Start GolfingGolf Etiquette: 10 Rules Every New Golfer Should KnowMaster essential golf etiquette rules including pace of play, green care, safety, and unique Thailand caddie dynamics for a smooth round.Start GolfingGolf for Beginners in Bangkok: Your First 5 StepsDiscover how to start playing golf in Bangkok. Follow five simple steps from driving ranges and lessons to renting clubs and hitting your first course.Start Golfing7 Golf Tips for Beginners: Learn from a PGA ProfessionalMaster the fundamentals of golf with expert advice from PGA professional Tony Meechai. Start your journey with these seven essential tips for beginners.
Golf Lifestyle
Juniors, seniors, practice off the course, and the culture around the game.
Golf LifestyleGolf for Senior Golfers: It's Never Too Late to StartDiscover how senior golfers can take up or improve their game with proper swing mechanics, club selection, and warm-weather training in Thailand.Golf LifestyleIndoor Golf in Bangkok: Simulators and Practice Off the CourseBangkok's indoor golf studios offer simulator practice, video feedback and covered sessions for hot-season training. Here is what to check before you book.Golf LifestyleJunior Golf in Thailand: Academies, Coaching & College PathJunior golf in Thailand is strong: academies, junior series and coaching feed US college golf. Learn how the path works and where to start in Bangkok.Golf LifestyleWhat to Wear Playing Golf in Thailand (Dress Code + Heat Guide)Golf dress code for Thai courses: breathable collared shirts, tailored shorts, soft-spike shoes, sun protection, and a light rain shell for monsoon showers.
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