About Marc Rosa

Meet Marc Rosa, PGA 

Marc Rosa is the PGA Head Golf Professional at Wanakah Country Club in Hamburg, NY, and founder of Marc Rosa Golf Performance, a private, year-round golf instruction and performance facility in Clarence Center, NY.

With extensive experience in golf instruction and player development, Marc works with golfers of all ages and abilities, from juniors learning the game to competitive players and adults looking to improve their performance.

A three-time Western New York PGA Teacher of the Year, Marc believes effective coaching begins with understanding each player’s individual abilities, identifying opportunities for improvement, and developing a plan for lasting results.

His approach combines technical instruction, physical assessments, advanced performance technology, and structured practice to help golfers develop more efficient, repeatable movements and improve their performance on the course.

Awards & Recognition  

Golf Digest — Best Teachers in Every State (2026–2027)

Western New York PGA Teacher of the Year — 2020, 2024 & 2026

Western New York PGA Golf Professional of the Year — 2026

Western New York PGA Player Development Award — 2026

Education

The TPI Level 3 Junior Coach certification focuses on long-term athletic development and age-appropriate coaching for junior golfers.

Based on TPI’s Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) model, the program emphasizes developing fundamental movement skills, coordination, athleticism, and golf-specific abilities as juniors grow and mature.

This education helps Marc design structured junior golf programs that support players at every stage of development, from beginners learning the fundamentals to competitive juniors preparing for high school and tournament golf.

The TPI Level 3 Golf Mechanics certification focuses on advanced swing analysis, biomechanics, ball flight, and the relationship between a golfer’s physical capabilities and swing mechanics.

The program incorporates launch monitor technology, video analysis, and 3D motion capture to better understand how golfers move and how those movements influence performance.

This education allows Marc to identify swing inefficiencies, understand their underlying causes, and develop individualized improvements that promote more efficient movement, consistent ball striking, and improved performance.

The TPI Level 2 Power Coach certification focuses on understanding how golfers generate speed and power through efficient movement, physical conditioning, and swing mechanics.

The program covers power development, speed training, physical assessments, and the relationship between strength, mobility, and clubhead speed.

This education helps Marc identify opportunities to increase distance and develop individualized training strategies that improve speed and power without sacrificing control or consistency.

The K-Motion Level 1 certification focuses on using 3D motion capture technology to analyze how golfers move throughout the golf swing.

The technology measures body movement, sequencing, rotation, and timing, providing objective information about how different segments of the body contribute to swing efficiency and performance.

This training allows Marc to identify movement patterns, better understand the relationship between body mechanics and club delivery, and develop individualized improvements supported by measurable feedback.

The U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coach program focuses on introducing children to golf through age-appropriate instruction, engaging activities, and a positive learning environment.

The program emphasizes developing fundamental golf skills, building confidence, and making the game enjoyable through equipment, instruction, and playing opportunities designed specifically for junior golfers.

This certification helps Marc create a welcoming environment where young players can develop their skills, enjoy the game, and build a foundation for long-term participation in golf.

Philosophy

Every golfer is different, and I believe their coaching should reflect that.

My approach begins with understanding each player’s goals, physical capabilities, and movement patterns. Rather than teaching everyone the same swing, I focus on identifying what each golfer does well, what may be limiting their performance, and how we can make meaningful improvements.

I combine swing analysis, physical assessments, performance technology, and structured practice to develop an individualized plan. Just as importantly, I believe lasting improvement comes from understanding what to work on between lessons and having a clear path forward.

My goal is not simply to help golfers swing the club better, but to help them develop the skills, confidence, and consistency needed to play better golf.

Contact Marc

email: marcrosa@pga.com