The flag is a mesmerizing target. It draws our focus and becomes the target, often when it shouldn’t. If you’re aiming to break 90, unless you’re greenside, ignore the flag and look for the center or largest part of the green - the place with the most room for error.
“You’ve just got a short 30-yard pitch. But ignore the flag. It is there to tempt you to the bunker. Aim for the very center of the green."
The 15 – 40-yard short pitch shot is the most common final shot into the green for most golfers.
“The common mistakes we see on this shot are backswings that are too long and a deceleration of the clubhead at impact, and attempts to scoop the ball.”
Many of you have seen the pictures of open stance and ball position and get set up quite well. But the use of the wrists on the backswing and the downswing betrays a lack of confidence or poor understanding of the required technique for this shot. Let’s get you practicing the right technique. Contact us to get started.
Some traditionalists want to hang on to the past. Well, we like some of the improvements.
Anyone who thinks any aspect of fitting is only for the best golfers, has been busted again.
There’s an excellent reason to come along with your driver and let us change your game.
Decide to acquire a new skill or master a new shot. Please do. Along the way, “mix it up”.
How you decide to practice can accelerate your improvement and have unexpected benefits.
We want to inspire you to take a journey. As many of you as possible.
If you want to improve then connect with why you want to improve.
You don’t have to be the lonely, long-distance runner to succeed.
Driver designers are now competing with “speed”, but what do you need?
The manufacturers have made Par 3’s easier. It’s your turn to take advantage of that improvement.
Why would you want to improve your golf swing; improve your consistency?
Sometimes you wish you had one, at other times you’d prefer the other. So have them both.
We’ve changed some advice offered by one of the world’s most famous mental game coaches.
Do you lack confidence controlling distance with your pitch shots?
Understand where your enjoyment comes from and then make it happen more often.
We want to inspire you to take a journey. As many of you as possible.
Sometimes the scorecard doesn’t matter as much as you think. Let us bring a smile to your face.
If you want to improve then connect with why you want to improve.
Any journey is better with friends. And as we said: “better is great”.
Golf should be one of the activities a child participates in to live a longer and better life.
We need to find a way to add balance to our children’s lives.
How else does a 16-year old girl process 1,700 social messages a day on average?
Golf is the greatest game for families that has ever been invented.
This is a staggering fact and one we ought to be very committed to changing.
Here’s research that highlights just how important golf is as an active lifestyle.
Too many golfers think that a fitting is for the very best players.
Most golfers are unaware of just how much too much or too little spin is robbing them of distance.
Want to see a child’s confidence grow. Watch them to learn a new skill.
If you know someone who you’d like to introduce to golf, then we need your help
First, start with the result you want. If its more magical moments, we have the answer.
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Club makers believe that most golfers experience a breakdown in consistency at 37 inches.
Most golfers have a part of their game that drags their handicap down (or up actually).
We fit you to make it easier to make square contact. But when you don’t we can still help.
How would you like to look like a good golfer? How would you like to play better golf?
Gluteus maximus, your chest, latissimus dorsi, and your core. The answer to the question.
For many, many golfers, enjoyment trumps handicap. So check this final benchmark.
Do not settle for the occasional moment of magic. Make more magic.
Golf is random enough at times, so here’s a reminder of how to add certainty.
Is there such a thing as a one-club wind, especially when you don’t know if you’re coming or going?
When you arrive at a golf club rank 1, 2, and 3 what’s most important to you
There is a way to gain confidence, add certainty, and make more magic on the course.
The right driver shaft weight adds distance and accuracy to your tee shots.
It’s not the improvement, it’s how you feel about the new experience.
The right lie angle makes it a lot easier to hit accurate shots more often.
When you arrive at a golf club rank 1, 2, and 3 what’s most important to you
Experience more green side thrills by adding spin and control to your short game.
How much do you crave something? How brightly does your flame of desire burn?
Golf balls don’t have a mind of their own, but they are programmed differently.
There is a real joy to discovering better results. It’s even more important than the scorecard.
There is a real joy to discovering better results. It’s even more important than the scorecard.
Most golfers have some very simple to fix bad habits that have little to do with technique.
A shorter shaft could make it easier for you to square the clubhead.
In a fast-paced, frantic, friends-on-facebook world there’s a slower and better social network.
But there’s another weight in your setup that’s just as important.
How improving your angle of attack can give you a shorter approach.
Fast iron faces become even faster when you’re square at impact.
Here’s why getting better at scrambling is especially important for amateurs.
Forgiving irons are even more of an advantage when your lie angle is correct.
Being comfortable hitting any iron makes the game more enjoyable.
A good way to prepare yourself for the variety of challenges during a round.
Get your lie angle right, and you’re better positioned to enjoy your entire iron set.
Sharp wedge grooves can be the difference between a 14-foot putt and a tap in.
New grips not only feel great in your hands, they also help you play better golf.
Get active during downtime to improve your distance when you return.
Playing outside is important for children, in general, but it is especially so when learning golf.
Distance control with your wedges shouldn’t be a guessing game.
New grips can help increase your clubhead speed and improve your consistency.
The more sports a child has played, the better off they’ll be when learning golf.
Perfect ball striking means nothing if you don’t consider the situation.
Make it easier to respond positively to challenges during a round.
Correcting your lie angle will make it easier to hit straighter shots more consistently.
When you’re facing at least 9 scramble situations per round, you need sharp grooves.
Playing a second sport that complements golf can help juniors improve their golf performance.
Hip rotation is fundamental to the golf swing. Here’s how you can improve yours.
Playing a second sport that complements golf can help juniors improve their golf performance.
Here’s why getting better at scrambling is especially important for amateurs.
Now – more than ever – we have to think about a future for our children.
Some ideas to keep your children active and golf-ready during the PGA Junior League postponement.
A good way to prepare yourself for the variety of challenges during a round.
The right setup will help you experience more magical moments on the course.
Getting your children into the game early could be the greatest gift you give them.
A stronger core gives you more distance on course and better movement off it.
The trio of impact factors that help you go the full distance.
1mph of ball speed adds 2 yards of distance. And a lot can happen in 2 yards.
We’re not sure why we hang on to some old truths when the new truth is so clear.
The golf course is a safe and fun testing ground for children.
Increase the number of holes you finish with the satisfaction of a solid two-putt or even a birdie.
These two things that have a massive impact on your distance.
Smash Factor, a measure of energy transfer, is a big part of how far you hit the ball.
Golf offers your child the fun of gaming with the added benefits of exercise and fresh air.
Check out these stretches and exercises to help you reduce the distance dip that comes with age.
There are certain aspects of your club setup that can be easily changed to improve your golf.
So much about playing better golf and having more fun depends on this zone.
Next time you play 18 holes, try out this benchmark challenge to see where your short game is.
Knowing these five distances will improve your chances of hitting the green on par 3’s.
Three generations connected by golf. What an incredible opportunity!
With a few good habits you can improve your movement and flexibility, and free your golf swing.
Three generations connected by golf. What an incredible opportunity!
The total number of shots during your round isn’t the only score you should be keeping track of.
Flag hunting on par 3s is a limited approach that creates unnecessary risk.
Heard of “scapulohumeral rhythm”? It helps you make a full shoulder rotation and swing on plane.
As the parent of a junior golfer, you have a very important role to play.
You might have too little dynamic loft in your putting stroke.
Are you making half of your round more difficult than it should be?
Many golfers get tense around the greens, but it doesn’t have to be this way.
Seeing all par 3s as scoring opportunities is a risky game to play.
Work often replaces golf, but it doesn’t have to be one or the other.
Hitting good wedge shots without making perfect contact is possible. But there’s a catch.
This fun challenge is a great way to improve your wedge play skills.
Golf is the perfect counterbalance to the pressures of modern life.
There are big iron loft differences between manufacturers. That has implications for your game.
Understanding your dispersion pattern can have an immediate impact on your club selection and aim.
If you’ve recovered time by working from home, our practice clubs are the perfect fillers.
Knowing your dispersion pattern will help you negotiate the course a lot more successfully.
With so many iron loft options now available, you need some direction before making a selection.
Fill the gaps in your schedule with joy and better golf at one of our practice clubs.
For golfers looking to take their game up a level, muscle strength endurance is key.
Even when lofts are equal, CoG has a big impact on the type of ball flight you’re getting.
When you know your dispersion patterns, it becomes so much easier to navigate a new golf course.
Knowing your dispersion patterns frees you up to approach a daunting hole with more confidence.
There’s a very good reason for the strange looking poses in yoga.
There is nowhere that your DNA is more apparent than on the tee box.
Here’s a putting skills test you should challenge yourself with on a regular basis.
One factor has the largest impact on your ability to sink putts in the 8 to 10-foot range.
It’s not just the loft and center of gravity that impact your launch angle.
A happy image that disguises frustration caused by a simple equipment error.
In one of the most important parts of the game, most golfers place themselves at a disadvantage.
If you want to break 90, then how are you approaching each hole? Here are some thoughts.
We’ve embraced the PGA of America’s new model for the development of juniors.
We allow the wrong swing thoughts on the tee. If you want to break 90, think again.
Playing from sloped lies is always awkward, but it doesn’t have to mean dropping shots.
You know that on every round, you ought to create two additional scorecards?
We want to help make their junior years a showreel of happiness and fulfillment.
We keep reading that the fairway wood is dead, but it's not even a relevant debate.
If you want a golf swing that has you looking good and threatening 80, then
Par 18 is a great game to play with friends, and it will definitely sharpen you up.
More important than teaching them a game for life, we want to build every student's self-esteem.
We want to help you hit more good shots. You’ll enjoy the feeling of solid contact more often.
Your putter should be your magic wand. There’s one more club that needs the magic dust.
To develop your golf swing’s full power potential, you need a strong foundation of mobility.
This small driver improvement could help you take a shorter club on your approach.
It is possible to drive the ball further without increasing your swing speed.
There are many stairways to golf heaven, and we can help you find yours.
Increasing your pelvic mobility can help you hit a higher smash factor more consistently.
Which of these two golfers do you think drives the ball longer and more accurately?
Backspin generates lift for your golf ball, but how much is too much for you?
Finding the fairway from the tee box is about fine margins at impact with your driver.
Once we know the answer to these questions, you’ll have the perfect distance package.
Impress your playing partners, have more fun around the greens, and lower your score.
Fairways, friends, and fresh air. That’s a better life. That’s real wealth.
A fun and full playing experience on the golf course that takes less than an hour. It is possible.
Here’s a fun alternative playing format that will help you improve inside the scoring zone.
In just 20 hours, you could be shooting lower scores and have more fun on the course.
Shooting in the 80s? Then we have a plan you’re going to want to hear about.
Golf should be a joy, not a constant struggle. You can experience better. Here’s how.
These two fitting aspects of your setup can make your long irons much easier to hit.
Many golfers are losing distance off the tee without even realizing it. Are you one of them?
In a fast-paced, frantic, friends-on-facebook world there’s a slower and better social network.
You don’t suffer with a car seat that makes driving more difficult. Find your ONE.
A shorter shaft could make it easier for you to square the clubhead.
Do you know your ‘short-game score’? It could help you lower your overall score.
Three numbers that tell a story and directly impact your enjoyment and performance on the course.
Across 18 holes, carding 9 bogeys and 9 double bogeys gets you to 99. Say no to “par pressure”.
Breaking 100 becomes a lot easier when your wedge play is more efficient.
How many holes must be spoiled from the tee? One factor causes most of the problems.
The art of golf; the journey to better; more enjoyment. There’s a path to them all.
There’s a way to improve your control around the greens without changing your swing or setup.
Improve more than just your swing. What are you waiting for? Reap the benefits golf has to offer.
When it comes to getting you further down the fairway, there are a number of areas we can exploit.
Did you know that different model golf balls will respond differently to exactly the same contact?
While fairway woods do present a challenge to your technique, we’re confident that you’re up to it.
Take advantage of the benefits that hybrids offer by using the correct setup and technique.
No more surprise misses. Here’s where squaring the face at impact is especially important.
Going the distance off the tee is important, but going the distance on the green is essential.
You need to practice SMRT techniques to look after your muscles and add 24% to your clubhead speed.
Golf is the greatest pastime for anyone who wants more quality family time.
If you’re measuring steps, then there’s no better pastime than golf.
New, fitted golf clubs are important, but the swing that your equipment fits into is even more so.
Let’s take a look at what is available to add to your better golf “shopping cart”, right now.
We’re here to help assess your core strength and get you strengthened and conditioned.
The values of the PGA Jr. League help to keep our community strong.
Here’s a scoring benchmark for your game that’s a lot more useful than ‘greens hit in regulation’.
We can use your dispersion patterns to increase the number of fairways and greens you hit.
Golf has an important part to play in our modern health and wellness culture.
Your club face strike pattern could be the key to us removing the hook shot from your game.
At PGA Jr. League, we develop children into more than just good golfers.
Knowing your short-game score will help us to improve your overall score and playing experience.
Some ideas to keep your children active and golf-ready for PGA Jr. League.
Experience more exhilarating moments on the greens by playing with equipment that fits you.
By approaching your set of clubs as a group of yardages we can help you fill any distance gaps.
Hybrids offer an easier way to cover longer distances, but should you replace your long irons?
What if more time for golf also meant more time with your loved ones? Well, it can.
Golf is the best social network, help us to grow it by introducing more women to the game.
Golf offers women more than health, fun and lifestyle benefits. It’s also an opportunity to grow.
In a world with endless digital distraction, golf is a great way for families to bond.
Small fitting adjustments can make a big difference to your playing experience and performance.
When your child gets into the game, you get a special new playing partner.
Get your child into golf and double your enjoyment of the game.
Make extra special golfing memories with the people you care about most.
Let’s find a chipping method that’ll make your greenside experience more fun and effective.
Those moments spent together on the golf course are what really make this game so enriching.
There are plenty of scary shots in golf, but there’s a way to overcome the fear and have more fun.
An effective way of reducing the fear factor and playing your natural game, even in nervy moments.
Want to add some fun and strategy to your next round with some friends? Just add string.
Thought patterns can have a big impact on how successful we are at overcoming water hazards.
Add the “hand-wedge” to your bag and add some light-hearted fun to your next round with friends.
There are plenty of scary shots in golf, but there’s a way to overcome the fear and have more fun.
Adding physical strength helps to improve balance, and improved balance helps you to swing better.
Reading a putt effectively involves more than sight. Your feet also have an important part to play.
Physical strength gives you control, and control gives you better impact and more distance.
Small, incremental improvements to your short game build up to massive gains in the long-term.
A practice drill that will help you improve your putting distance control and remove three-putts.
Tracking your approach shot tendencies is a stepping stone to finding more greens in regulation.
Once we’ve found and fitted you with the right putter, you’ll find more joy on the greens.
Once we’ve found your ideal iron lie angle you’ll enjoy sharper accuracy and find more greens.
Don’t get hung up on scores, focus on what really matters and enjoy the game with friends.
Is your putter weighing you down? Find the right putter head for your stroke and drain more putts.
Trust that with your ability, you have it in you to develop the skillset for all situations!
To get the best out of your swing, we need to match it up with a shaft that’s right for you.
The right shaft flex helps you optimize your launch conditions and flex on the competition.
Let’s take a look at what is available to add to your better golf “shopping cart”, right now.
Even as we age, working on mobility and rotational strength will translate into swing speed.
Using video to coach you from home so you can sink those flat 5-footers on course, everytime.
Once we find the answer to this important question, your playing experience will be transformed.
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Once we know which of these levels you’re on, we can begin to drastically improve your iron play.
This is one of the quickest ways to improve your score and find more enjoyment on the golf course.
We’re here to help you create a plan that’ll make it easier for you to reach your full potential.
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Grow your junior membership by discussing the benefits of junior golf participation.
What if there was a way for less experienced golfers to get closer to perfection more often?
With some deliberate breathing, your butterflies can positively affect pressure-filled shots.