Golf Instruction & Tips
The importance of footwork in the golf swing
Many players do not realize the importance that their feet play in the golf swing. Your feet are the only point of contact with the ground and provide the platform from which a fundamentally sound swing is built. It is critical that your feet are in sync with your body throughout the entire swing for a proper weight shift. I use the "step into it" drill so that the student can feel how their weight should move during the golf swing.
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Towel drill can help eliminate the dreaded 'flying elbow' for a better golf swing
Countless students come to me with a very common problem - "the flying elbow," or as it is also commonly referred to as "the chicken wing." Whether you have issues on your takeaway or your follow through, a flying elbow will rob your swing of consistency and power. I use a simple drill called the "Towel Drill" to train students on how their arms should sequence with their body and to train proper forearm rotation.
... full article »Improved eye lines mean improved putting
What is more important: reading the green or seeing the line? Reading the break and speed of the green is a critical aspect of making more putts, but if you cannot consistently see the line you intend the ball to roll on, made putts are more accident than skill. In order to accurately see the line, you must first establish exactly where your eye line is.
... full article »The mindset of great golfers
A key distinction between golfers who improve and those who don't is their mindset. The peak performance mindset includes confidence, mental toughness, and thriving under pressure on the golf course. Unfortunately most golfers focus on just practicing the physical side of golf.
... full article »Training vs. trusting: What mindset are you in?
The number one question I receive at the VIP Golf Academy is, "How can I take my practice game to the golf course?" I develop techniques that take an athlete from training mindset (practice) to trusting mindset (playing.
... full article »A tip from the VIP Golf Academy for 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 ...
... full article »Are you ready to compete in golf tournaments? Some thoughts on preparing for your first competitive rounds
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 ...
... full article »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.
... full article »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.
... full article »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.
... full article »Poor putting? Custom club-fitting can help your scoring
Often times, poor putting is a result of poor posture. Posture is important in every aspect of golf, but nowhere is it more important than in putting. In order to get into correct posture with your putter, it must be the correct length for you.
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