Golf Instruction & Tips

Golf tip: Simplifying your bunker shots

I teach my students at VIP Golf Academy a bunker shot that I believe gives them the best chance to hit close shots from the sand. Here are the components of this sand shot ...
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Are you ready to compete in tournaments? Some thoughts on preparing for your first competitive golf

When a golf round is labeled as a tournament it often creates anxiety and tension for the golfer. As a mental game coach I am often asked about when a golfer should start competing. My answer rarely has anything to do with their ability to play. It has more to do with how they handle themselves on the golf course when the going gets tough. Here are a few keys to make your first competitive golf experience a positive one ...
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Putting tip: For more success on the greens, draw a straight line

An essential part of good consistent putting is to start your ball rolling end over end without any side spin. PGA Professional Earl Svenningsen offers an easy drill to help you determine if you are creating a good roll for your putts.
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A better grip on the club means a better golf swing

I am adamant that my students get their grips correct from the beginning. I will show you exactly how to employ the absolute best grip in the world. It will transform and improve golfers' swings and games dramatically in the short term and inexorably in the long term.
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Golf tip: Proper knee-flex reduces the "moving parts" of your golf swing, increases repeatability

The role of the right knee in the backswing is very simple, but incredibly important. The importance of the flex in the right knee is undeniable. The flex in the right knee helps keep the hips more level in the backswing. If the right knee straightens, it pushes the right hip up and consequently the left hip down resulting in too much left-hip tilt in the backswing.
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