During your game evaluation session, we'll create a personalized plan to help you reach your golfing goals. Below are some of the golf lessons we'll cover to guide you on your journey to success.
1. Club-Ball Interaction
Learn the essentials of how the club interacts with the ball to produce different shots:
Face and Ground Impact: Achieve clean, consistent contact.
Club and Ball Speed: Maximize distance and accuracy.
Swing Path: Develop a straight or shaped shot.
Club Face Angle: Master control of direction and spin.
Angle of Attack: Control trajectory, distance, and spin.
2. Swing Technique
Establish a solid foundation for a consistent golf swing:
Basic Fundamentals: Proper grip, posture, alignment, and ball position.
Body Motion (Pivot): Generate power and maintain balance.
Arms and Club Coordination: Synchronize your arm movements with your body.
Sequence: Execute body movements in the correct order.
Tempo: Develop a smooth, consistent swing rhythm.
3. Full Swing and Long Game
Enhance your long game and maximize distance and consistency:
Driver Techniques: Long, powerful, and consistent drives.
Fairway Woods: Effective shots from the fairway.
Long Irons: Hit long irons with accuracy.
Mid Irons: Set up approach shots with consistency.
Short Irons: Control short iron shots for accuracy.
4. Short Game
Master the skills needed around the green for lower scores:
Wedges: Use wedges for various distances and situations.
Half Wedges: Execute partial swings with precision.
Pitching: Hit high, soft shots that land close to the target.
Chipping: Consistent, controlled shots around the green.
Bunker Play: Effective greenside and fairway bunker escapes.
5. Putting
Perfect your putting game to lower your scores:
Putting Setup: Proper alignment, ball position, and posture.
Putting Techniques: Smooth stroke and controlled follow-through.
Lag Putting: Control distance on long putts.
Short Putts: Build confidence on putts within six feet.
Putting Routine: Establish a consistent pre-shot routine.
Green Reading: Read greens accurately to improve putting results.
6. Course Strategy and Situational Play
Learn to make smarter decisions and play strategically:
Course Management: Decide when to be aggressive or conservative.
Shaping Shots: Master fades, draws, and controlling shot height.
Slopes and Uneven Lies: Handle uphill, downhill, or sidehill shots.
Trouble Shots: Navigate challenging situations like rough or obstacles.
Punch & Specialty Shots: Control low-trajectory shots in tricky conditions.
Bunker and Tough Lies: Escape from challenging bunkers or lies.
Mental Routines: Build mental toughness and focus.
Pre-Round Prep: Tailored warm-ups and round preparation.
Performance Coaching: Sharpen your competitive edge.
7. Practice, Calibration, and Testing
Structured and effective practice to improve your game:
Pre-Tournament Practice
Focused Drills: Target shots needed for upcoming competitions.
Simulated Pressure: Practice in conditions similar to tournament pressure.
Course Strategy: Develop effective game plans.
Short Game Emphasis: Focus on scoring skills.
Out of Tournament Practice
Skill Development: Improve swing mechanics, power, and accuracy.
Experimental Practice: Try out new techniques and shot shapes.
General Conditioning: Focus on golf-specific fitness and flexibility.
Fun and Variety: Keep practice enjoyable with relaxed play and challenges.
Calibration
Distance Calibration: Ensure reliable distances for each club.
Impact Calibration: Practice solid, consistent contact.
Trajectory Calibration: Control ball flight height and spin.
Directional Calibration: Adjust path and clubface to achieve precise direction.
Testing
On-Course Testing: Test skills in real-game scenarios.
Skill Drills: Measure progress in accuracy, distance, and consistency.
Performance Testing: Set benchmarks and evaluate improvement.
Practice Essentials
Warm-Up Routines: Prepare properly before practice or play.
Practice Routines: Develop structured, purposeful practice habits.
Fitness for Golf: Improve strength, flexibility, and conditioning.
Stats Analysis: Use data to identify areas needing improvement.
8. Specialized Scoring Lessons
Refine specific areas of your game to improve your scores:
Gapping: Identify and fix yardage gaps.
Distance Control: Increase accuracy across all clubs.
Short Game Focus: Sharpen chipping, pitching, and putting skills.
9. Competitive and Tournament Skills
Prepare for tournaments and competitive play:
Tournament Preparation: Fine-tune skills and strengthen your mental game.
Advanced Course Strategy: Improve risk management and decision-making.
Launch Monitor Analysis: Use technology for data-driven improvements.
10. Equipment and Fitting
Make sure your equipment matches your swing:
Club Fitting: Get clubs that suit your swing style and body.
Understanding Equipment: Learn about clubs, shafts, and grips to maximize play.