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Professional coaching at Houghton Golf Club
All Ages and All Experience Levels
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Richard Kaplan
Advanced Fellow Professional of the PGA | Former Houghton Captain | 50+ Years at Houghton
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With more than 50 years as a member of Houghton Golf Club, Richard Kaplan has an exceptional history with the club. He represented Houghton at elite amateur level, earning Provincial and National honours before embarking on an 18-year career as a Touring Professional across the Sunshine, Asian PGA and Canadian Tours.
Richard achieved victories in South Africa, Swaziland, Botswana and Thailand and proudly represented South Africa at the 1999 World Cup of Golf in Kuala Lumpur. He also competed at Valderrama in the inaugural American Express World Golf Championship.
Richard later served as Houghton’s Director of Golf and Head Professional before becoming Club Captain in 2017. An Advanced Fellow Professional of the PGA, former Houghton Captain and highly experienced coach, Richard brings decades of playing, coaching and club experience to every lesson.
Houghton Golf Club has been, and always will be, his second home.
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Website: www.pgakappy.co.za
Costanza Trussoni
PGA Professional | Former Ladies European Tour Player | TrackMan Master
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Born in Turin, Italy, Costanza Trussoni has lived in Italy, France and the USA before making South Africa her home, where she quickly fell in love with the people, the country and its golf courses.
Costanza specialises in motor learning, skill acquisition and long-term player development, with a coaching philosophy focused on creating meaningful and lasting improvement. Known by her clients for her warm and encouraging approach, she is passionate about inspiring golfers of all levels to develop their skills, confidence and enjoyment of the game.
Committed to continuous learning, Costanza draws on leading research and education in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, motor learning and skill acquisition to continually develop her coaching at the Houghton Golf Academy.
Credentials
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Former Ladies European Tour Player
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Member of the PGA of South Africa
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TrackMan Master
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TPI® Certified Golf Instructor – Level 3
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TrackMan & Performance Coach for the South African Women’s National Squads
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Team Callaway​
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Website: www.costanzagolf.com
Ruben Labuschagne
​Golf Coach | Junior Development | Houghton Golf Academy
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Ruben works alongside Costanza Trussoni at the Houghton Golf Academy and is a passionate and experienced coach who genuinely loves the game of golf.
His coaching philosophy goes beyond improving technique. Ruben believes golf can help develop important values such as honesty, trust, courtesy, responsibility, discipline and dedication. His enthusiasm for the game creates a positive and encouraging environment where golfers can learn, improve and enjoy the process.
Ruben coaches players of all ages and ability levels, from complete beginners through to intermediate and advanced golfers. He has particular experience and passion for junior and children’s development, helping young golfers build strong fundamentals, confidence and a lifelong enjoyment of the game.
For Ruben, coaching is more than a profession — it is an opportunity to share his passion for golf and help every player reach their potential.
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Website: www.costanzagolf.com
NEW TO GOLF?
Build strong fundamentals, confidence and an understanding of the game in a relaxed and supportive environment.
JUNIOR GOLFER?
Fun, structured coaching focused on building strong fundamentals, confidence and long-term player development.
WANT TO LOWER YOUR HANDICAP?
Take your game to the next level with personalised coaching focused on technique, course management and consistent performance.
SERIOUS OR COMPETITIVE GOLFER?​
Advanced coaching for golfers looking to maximise their performance through technical development, performance analysis and a structured approach to improvement.
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"Fantastic golf course.
Most difficult greens in Johannesburg but a beautiful overall course design.
Plus: best driving range in Johannesburg!"