Golf Schools

Golf Schools

Work on any area of your game in detail -- or learn to hit it longer

There are currently two types of PGAProfessional.com Golf Schools. Both types are private sessions for individuals or small groups of friends or family.
Custom Golf Schools - Custom-tailored program based on individual interests and goals, focusing on any area(s) of the game that you'd like
Long Drive Schools - Focusing exclusively on getting more distance in your golf game -- learning how to hit the ball longer, both off the tee and will all your other full shots too
There are many advantages to taking my schools over the many other popular golf schools available today. Foremost among the benefits is the fact that you'll receive more personal one-on-one instruction from the main (and only) instructor (me) than any other golf school that I am aware of. My golf schools are private sessions with individuals, couples or very small groups of friends or family pre-arranged by the student. How much personal attention can you stand? I believe you will find the experience to be very worthwhile. (More about me and my credentials below )
You will learn more effectively in private sessions than you would in any large or public group. Consider: If you could have the undivided attention of the instructor in any subject and could have all your questions answered directly, as they came up, don't you think you would get a deeper understanding and greater retention of the lessons learned? Undoubtedly.
Locations
All PGAProfessional.com Golf Schools are currently held in the east bay area of San Francisco in Northern California at either Boundary Oak Golf Course in Walnut Creek, California (about 45 minutes east of San Francisco) or The Golf Club at Roddy Ranch in Antioch, California (about an hour east of San Francisco).

About the Instructor
PGA Class A Professional
22+ years of golf instruction experience, 35+ years playing the game
Master's Degree (Biomechanics/Exercise Physiology)
2-time finalist National Long Driving Championship
Former West Coast Long Drive Champion
Charter member YONEX Long Drive Exhibition Team
Author of the 4-volume "Your Golf" book series
Author of (ACE nominated) Golf Instruction Videos
Featured golf professional on many other websites with tips and articles on various aspects of the game
Schedule & Rates
There is not a fixed schedule nor a standard rate for the Custom Golf Schools or the Long Drive Schools, as they are private sessions based on your availability, goals, etc. They are scheduled and priced on an individual basis. This chart will give you a general idea of the typical cost of the most common session lengths.

TOP PUTTING TIPS In Thailand Naraihill Golf

TOP PUTTING TIPS

1. Make your Putter an extension of your arm If

your putting has become very inconsistent, and you feel your hands are getting to involved in the stroke, then the following tip will give you a far more consistent and repeating stroke, that will lead to more holed putts.Holding the putter in your left hand, let the putter grip go through the centre of your hand, and rest again the base of your thumb.Hold your putter so your fingertips of your left hand, press the grip into your lifeline, which is located at the base of your thumb. Remember though, this grip should be light without any real pressure. Now stand at address and swing your lead arm (left for a RH player and right for a LH player) back and forth, like a normal putting stroke. You should feel a distinct pendulum motion and a rocking of your left shoulder.Complete your grip, making sure the putter is against your lifeline and your wrists are bowed forward so the shaft runs straight down from your forearm. There should be no wrist hinge in the stroke. You should feel that the putter is part of your lead arm, not part of your hand. You will note that both of your arms for a triangle with your shoulders. For a consistent, repeating stroke, simply rock your shoulders keeping the triangle in place. With the ball placed slightly forward in your stance you will now stroke the ball on a slight upswing, resulting in the ball rolling down the target line with top spin. This will lead to much more consistent, and more holed putts!

2. Stop Moving!One of the most common putting problems amongst many amateurs is body motion during the stroke, which leads to unwanted power and inconsistency. Most golfers have no idea they are moving their bodies on the backswing, the throughswing, or both.When the putter goes back, the instinctive reaction of the head and upper body is to move forward; when the putter swings forward, the head and upper body rotate backward. This reaction may feel natural, but that doesn't mean it's good. In fact, it's very destructive, as it affects the putter's power and consistency through impact.You must learn to keep your head still, but be careful. Your head sits on your spine, not your shoulders, but your shoulders do move. A good exercise is to go a practice green in the early morning or late afternoon, when shadows are long. Address a ball so the shadow of your head falls over a tee, or some other fixed object . Be sure you can see the shadow without lifting your head, then make normal strokes being sure to keep your head directly over the spot the entire time. Don't worry about holing any putts, just make good strokes without moving your shadow.On the course, you can lock in this feeling by imagining a point between your neck and sternum (breastbone), and keeping it fixed in one spot as you putt.Remember, putting is about accuracy, precision, delicate feel, and touch - not about power. By keeping your head and body still, you'll promote good feel and touch, and become a better, and more consistent putter.

3. Put the putter head in the holeOne of the best tips I can give for holing more of the 3 – 4 foot putts, that seem to cause more problems and fear in many golfers, is simply put the putter head in the hole!The majority of these putts are missed by quitting on the putt, or decelerating through impact, leading to pushing or pulling the putt.When making your stroke, try to follow through so you see the putter head going right through to the hole. By the time you see this from the angle you are standing at, the ball will be safely 6 inches below the ground!