Beginner training plan
Your first lessonEvery player progresses at their own pace — no moving forward without consistency
Strong emphasis on feel over mechanics, with numbers introduced when needed
Build solid fundamentals first, then shift toward scoring and on-course thinking
Goal: Help players play smarter, not just swing better, and enjoy the game
Build comfort, confidence, and basic understanding of the golf swing
Focus Areas:
Grip, stance, posture (natural and athletic, not forced)
Ball position & alignment basics
Introduction to contact first, not perfection
Key Feels:
“Balanced and relaxed”
“Let the club swing, don’t force it”
Drills:
Short swing (3 to 9 o’clock) for control and rhythm
Tee/coin contact drill (focus on clean strike)
Feet-together swings for balance
Outcome:
Student makes consistent contact
Understands setup fundamentals
Leaves confident and excited
Lesson 11+Objective: Develop a golfer who can self-manage, strategize, and perform
Focus Areas:
Course management & decision making
Shot shaping (when needed)
Pressure situations & mental game
Key Concepts:
Playing percentages (like a pro)
Understanding miss patterns
Pre-shot routine development
Drills:
Random practice (simulate course play)
Pressure putting drills
“One ball, one shot” scenarios
Advanced Feel Work:
Shot shaping feels (draw/fade basics)
Tempo control under pressure
Customization:
Tailored to player goals (breaking 100, 90, 80, etc.)
Introduce numbers/data only when helpful
Outcome:
The player starts thinking independently
Better decision-making on course
More enjoyment and confidence
Lesson 4-10Objective: Turn swing improvements into real on-course performance
Focus Areas:
Distance control (wedges & irons)
Driver control (start line + curve control)
Short game fundamentals (chipping & putting)
Key Feels:
“Control the low point” (irons)
“Smooth tempo = better distance”
“Simple, repeatable short game motion”
Drills:
Ladder drill (distance control)
7/10 contact drill (strike consistency)
Chipping landing zone drill
Putting gate drill
Game Integration:
Introduce basic course strategy
Shot selection (safe vs aggressive)
Playing to strengths
Customization:
Spend more time where the student loses the most shots
No rushing — mastery before adding complexity
Outcome:
Improved consistency across clubs
Better scoring awareness
Reduced wasted shots
