What Happens in a Golf Game Evaluation? (Full Breakdown)
Most coaching relationships start with a lesson. That is backwards. Without a diagnosis, any first lesson is a guess. A Game Evaluation is the diagnosis.
What Happens, Step by Step
- Short intake — handicap, average score, goals, injury history, time available
- Warm-up with launch monitor running silently — captures your real swing, not a coached one
- Full-bag carry distance baseline
- 3D motion capture pass — sequence, rotation, side bend, hand path
- Force plate pass — pressure shift, vertical force, rotational torque
- Short game and putting assessment
- Data review on screen with you
- Prioritized change list — what to fix first, second, third
- Realistic timeline and recommended coaching block
What You Walk Out With
- Baseline launch monitor numbers across the bag
- Motion capture and force plate snapshot
- Two or three specific things costing you strokes
- Honest answer about how long the change will take
- Coaching plan you can say yes or no to without pressure
What it is Not
It is not a sales pitch. It is not a half-lesson. It is not a generic "work on your grip" conversation. It is a measurement-based read of your game so the next 6 to 10 sessions actually solve something specific.
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Learn More →Who it is For
- Golfers stuck in the same scoring band for 12+ months
- Anyone considering committing to a coaching block
- Juniors entering tournament play or college recruiting
- Returning golfers who want a real picture before rebuilding
- Skilled players hunting the last 2 strokes
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Learn More →Frequently Asked Questions
What is a golf Game Evaluation?
A 60-minute diagnostic session that combines launch monitor, 3D motion capture, and force plate data to identify exactly what is costing you strokes. You leave with baseline numbers and a prioritized coaching plan.
How much does a Game Evaluation cost in Austin?
From $125 for a full 60-minute Game Evaluation at ATX Golf Performance, including all data capture, full data review, and a written priority list of what to change first.
Do I need lessons before a Game Evaluation?
No. A Game Evaluation is designed to be the first thing you do. The data captured becomes the baseline for every future session, which is exactly why starting with a lesson is usually less efficient.
How long does a Game Evaluation take?
60 minutes total. About 35 minutes is data capture and 25 minutes is review and planning. You leave with a clear picture of your game and a realistic plan for what to do next.
