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Learn Golf with John

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💰$88 weekly lessons

Ever wonder what separates a good shot from a great one? With two decades of experience, including time as a Tour Pro, I've honed the skills and techniques to elevate your game. Let's work together to unlock your potential and make you the golfer you always dreamed of being.

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Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts

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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors

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🔥52 Lessons

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Beginner training plan

Your first lessonBeginner Golf Lesson 1: Building a Solid Foundation Objective: Introduce the fundamentals of golf, focusing on grip, stance, posture, and basic swings. 1. Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes): • Get to know the student and their goals. • Briefly explain the lesson structure. 2. Basic Golf Overview (5 minutes): • Introduce the key clubs (putter, wedge, and driver). • Discuss the importance of grip, stance, and alignment. 3. Grip and Stance Practice (10 minutes): • Demonstrate proper grip for control and comfort. • Teach stance and posture for balance and power. • Have the student practice with guidance. 4. Putting Basics (10 minutes): • Teach how to hold the putter and align with the target. • Practice short, controlled putts to build confidence. 5. Swing Introduction (10 minutes): • Demonstrate a simple swing focusing on form, not power. • Have the student practice swings with a short club (e.g., wedge). 6. Wrap-Up and Homework (5 minutes): • Recap key points from the lesson. • Assign a simple practice drill, such as 10 putts and 10 short swings daily. Focus: Keep it simple, fun, and positive to build confidence and excitement for the next lesson!

Lesson 11+Lessons 11 and Beyond: Mastery and Competitive Edge After foundational skills have been established, these lessons will focus on fine-tuning techniques, advanced strategies, and developing a competitive mindset. Lessons will include on-course play, in-depth performance reviews, and preparation for tournaments or personal milestones. Lesson 11: Fine-Tuning Weaknesses Objective: Identify and improve specific areas that need refinement. • Warm-Up (10 minutes): Focus on weak areas (e.g., inconsistent putts or drives). • Skill-Specific Drills (30 minutes): Tailored exercises based on performance gaps (e.g., handling pressure shots, long irons). • Advanced Shot Shaping (20 minutes): Master draws, fades, and punch shots for versatility. • Homework: Focus practice time on weak areas identified during the lesson. Lesson 12: In-Depth Course Play Analysis Objective: Simulate a full round of golf, analyzing every aspect of play. • On-Course Simulation (90 minutes): Play 9 holes with a focus on real-time strategy, club selection, and mental approach. • Post-Round Review (20 minutes): Discuss decisions, mistakes, and successes to refine the student’s strategy. • Homework: Practice specific scenarios encountered during the session. Lesson 13: Advanced Mental Game and Focus Objective: Strengthen mental resilience and focus for competitive situations. • Visualization Techniques (10 minutes): Practice imagining successful shots and rounds. • Pressure Drills (30 minutes): Simulate high-stakes situations (e.g., final putt to win). • Building Confidence (20 minutes): Discuss routines and mental cues for maintaining composure under stress. • Homework: Implement mental strategies during all practice sessions. Lesson 14: Tournament Preparation Objective: Prepare the student for competitive play or a personal milestone round. • Simulated Tournament (60 minutes): Play a competitive round with score tracking and pacing. • Review and Adjustments (20 minutes): Identify areas to improve before the event. • Homework: Create a pre-tournament routine and practice under simulated pressure. Lesson 15: Advanced Recovery Skills Objective: Master challenging recovery shots from rough, bunkers, and hazards. • Difficult Lie Drills (30 minutes): Practice uneven lies, deep rough, and thick grass shots. • Hazard Escapes (30 minutes): Focus on bunker play and water hazard recovery strategies. • Homework: Practice recovery shots using different clubs and techniques. Lessons 16 and Beyond: Ongoing Mastery Objective: Continue skill refinement, introduce new techniques, and set higher performance goals. • Specialized Techniques: Work on unique shots (e.g., stingers, knockdowns, or flop shots). • On-Course Strategy: Play full rounds with live coaching to enhance decision-making. • Consistency Training: Focus on maintaining peak performance over multiple rounds. • Personal Goals: Tailor lessons to individual aspirations, such as breaking a score barrier or winning a competition. Additional Focus Areas 1. Physical Fitness for Golf: Introduce exercises to improve flexibility, strength, and stamina. 2. Equipment Optimization: Help choose the right clubs, grips, and gear for optimal performance. 3. Data-Driven Analysis: Use tools like swing trackers or video analysis to fine-tune mechanics. The ultimate goal for lessons 11 and beyond is to transform the student into a confident, consistent, and adaptable golfer who thrives in any situation, whether for personal achievement or competitive success.

Lesson 4-10Beginner Golf Lessons 4–10: Progressive Development Lesson 4: Improving Short Game Precision Objective: Build accuracy and control in putting and chipping. • Warm-Up (5 minutes): Light stretching and short putts. • Putting Drills (15 minutes): Practice controlling distance and aiming at targets. • Chipping Basics (20 minutes): Focus on simple, consistent chips from different distances. • Mini Challenges (15 minutes): Fun games to reinforce accuracy. • Homework: Practice 10 short putts and 10 chips daily. Lesson 5: Developing Consistency in Full Swings Objective: Improve balance and contact with longer clubs. • Warm-Up (5 minutes): Practice swings to loosen up. • Swing Mechanics (20 minutes): Focus on smooth, controlled swings with mid-irons. • Distance Control (15 minutes): Practice hitting consistent distances with shorter irons. • Mini Games (15 minutes): Targets or competitions to encourage focus and fun. • Homework: Practice 10 swings with focus on grip and posture. Lesson 6: Introduction to Course Play Objective: Familiarize students with playing on the course and making decisions. • Warm-Up (5 minutes): Short putts and chips. • Course Play (40 minutes): Play 2–3 holes, focusing on club selection and rules. • Discussion (10 minutes): Talk through decisions made during play and areas to improve. • Homework: Visualize playing a hole during practice. Lesson 7: Confidence in the Bunker and Rough Objective: Teach basic recovery techniques for common challenges. • Warm-Up (5 minutes): Stretch and light swings. • Bunker Basics (20 minutes): Practice easy exits from the sand. • Rough Recovery (15 minutes): Teach simple techniques for thick grass. • Mini Challenges (10 minutes): Practice recovery shots in fun scenarios. • Homework: Practice recovery shots with simple drills. Lesson 8: Building Driving Confidence Objective: Improve comfort and control with the driver. • Warm-Up (5 minutes): Practice swings with short clubs. • Driving Practice (30 minutes): Focus on smooth swings and balance. • Distance and Accuracy (15 minutes): Work on hitting straight drives to targets. • Homework: Practice 5 drives daily, prioritizing form over power. Lesson 9: Course Strategy and Shot Planning Objective: Teach simple strategies for better decision-making. • Warm-Up (5 minutes): Light chipping or putting drills. • Course Simulation (40 minutes): Play mock holes, focusing on club selection and aiming for safe spots. • Review (10 minutes): Discuss what worked and how to improve. • Homework: Visualize shot planning during practice. Lesson 10: Progress Review and Next Steps Objective: Evaluate progress and set goals for the future. • Warm-Up (5 minutes): Student chooses their favorite drill. • Comprehensive Skills Review (40 minutes): Test putting, chipping, and full swings. • Feedback and Goal Setting (10 minutes): Highlight strengths, identify challenges, and set a plan for improvement. • Homework: Focus on practicing areas needing improvement. Focus: Keep lessons fun, build confidence, and reinforce fundamentals while gradually introducing new skills. Each session is tailored to the student’s pace, ensuring steady progress and a love for the game!

Lesson 2-3Beginner Golf Lesson 2: Refining Fundamentals Objective: Build on the basics from Lesson 1, focusing on consistency in putting, chipping, and swing mechanics. 1. Warm-Up (5 minutes): • Light stretching and practice swings to loosen up. 2. Putting Practice (15 minutes): • Review grip and alignment. • Practice short putts using target drills for accuracy and confidence. 3. Chipping Basics (15 minutes): • Introduce the chip shot, focusing on proper stance and ball positioning. • Practice hitting short, controlled shots around a target. 4. Swing Development (20 minutes): • Reinforce grip, posture, and balance for full swings. • Practice with short clubs (e.g., pitching wedge) to develop consistency. 5. Wrap-Up and Homework (5 minutes): • Review progress and assign practice drills (e.g., 10 putts and 10 chips daily). Beginner Golf Lesson 3: Introducing the Long Game Objective: Introduce driving basics while continuing to refine short game skills. 1. Warm-Up (5 minutes): • Stretch and practice putting or chipping drills. 2. Putting and Chipping Review (15 minutes): • Reinforce techniques for accuracy and consistency. • Add new challenges, like hitting from different distances. 3. Driving Basics (25 minutes): • Teach proper grip, stance, and posture for hitting with a driver. • Focus on smooth, controlled swings rather than power. • Practice hitting balls off the tee with guidance. 4. Course Strategy Introduction (10 minutes): • Discuss basic course navigation and shot planning. 5. Wrap-Up and Homework (5 minutes): • Assign simple drills, like practicing 10 drives and 5 chips. Focus: Keep the lessons engaging, encouraging confidence in short and long game fundamentals.

Advanced training plan

Your first lessonFirst Lesson Plan for Golf Students Objective: To assess the student’s current skills, build a foundation of trust and understanding, and introduce core techniques tailored to their unique abilities. 1. Welcome and Introduction (10 minutes) • Warm greeting and brief conversation to build rapport. • Discuss the student’s goals, experience, and challenges in golf. • Share how our coaching approach will help them unlock their potential. 2. Warm-Up and Fundamentals (15 minutes) • Basic warm-up exercises to loosen muscles and improve flexibility. • Discuss and demonstrate the importance of grip, stance, and posture. • Allow the student to practice basic swings while observing their technique. 3. Skills Assessment and Observation (20 minutes) • Putting: Observe precision and control. • Chipping: Evaluate short-distance accuracy and form. • Driving: Assess long-distance shots for power and technique. • Provide constructive feedback on strengths and areas for improvement. 4. Tailored Drills and Techniques (30 minutes) • Introduce specific drills based on the assessment, such as: • Putting Practice: Focus on alignment and reading the green. • Chipping Basics: Build control and consistency. • Driving Power: Develop swing mechanics and follow-through. • Offer guidance to fine-tune

Lesson 11+Lessons 11 and Beyond: Mastery and Competitive Edge After foundational skills have been established, these lessons will focus on fine-tuning techniques, advanced strategies, and developing a competitive mindset. Lessons will include on-course play, in-depth performance reviews, and preparation for tournaments or personal milestones. Lesson 11: Fine-Tuning Weaknesses Objective: Identify and improve specific areas that need refinement. • Warm-Up (10 minutes): Focus on weak areas (e.g., inconsistent putts or drives). • Skill-Specific Drills (30 minutes): Tailored exercises based on performance gaps (e.g., handling pressure shots, long irons). • Advanced Shot Shaping (20 minutes): Master draws, fades, and punch shots for versatility. • Homework: Focus practice time on weak areas identified during the lesson. Lesson 12: In-Depth Course Play Analysis Objective: Simulate a full round of golf, analyzing every aspect of play. • On-Course Simulation (90 minutes): Play 9 holes with a focus on real-time strategy, club selection, and mental approach. • Post-Round Review (20 minutes): Discuss decisions, mistakes, and successes to refine the student’s strategy. • Homework: Practice specific scenarios encountered during the session. Lesson 13: Advanced Mental Game and Focus Objective: Strengthen mental resilience and focus for competitive situations. • Visualization Techniques (10 minutes): Practice imagining successful shots and rounds. • Pressure Drills (30 minutes): Simulate high-stakes situations (e.g., final putt to win). • Building Confidence (20 minutes): Discuss routines and mental cues for maintaining composure under stress. • Homework: Implement mental strategies during all practice sessions. Lesson 14: Tournament Preparation Objective: Prepare the student for competitive play or a personal milestone round. • Simulated Tournament (60 minutes): Play a competitive round with score tracking and pacing. • Review and Adjustments (20 minutes): Identify areas to improve before the event. • Homework: Create a pre-tournament routine and practice under simulated pressure. Lesson 15: Advanced Recovery Skills Objective: Master challenging recovery shots from rough, bunkers, and hazards. • Difficult Lie Drills (30 minutes): Practice uneven lies, deep rough, and thick grass shots. • Hazard Escapes (30 minutes): Focus on bunker play and water hazard recovery strategies. • Homework: Practice recovery shots using different clubs and techniques. Lessons 16 and Beyond: Ongoing Mastery Objective: Continue skill refinement, introduce new techniques, and set higher performance goals. • Specialized Techniques: Work on unique shots (e.g., stingers, knockdowns, or flop shots). • On-Course Strategy: Play full rounds with live coaching to enhance decision-making. • Consistency Training: Focus on maintaining peak performance over multiple rounds. • Personal Goals: Tailor lessons to individual aspirations, such as breaking a score barrier or winning a competition. Additional Focus Areas 1. Physical Fitness for Golf: Introduce exercises to improve flexibility, strength, and stamina. 2. Equipment Optimization: Help choose the right clubs, grips, and gear for optimal performance. 3. Data-Driven Analysis: Use tools like swing trackers or video analysis to fine-tune mechanics. The ultimate goal for lessons 11 and beyond is to transform the student into a confident, consistent, and adaptable golfer who thrives in any situation, whether for personal achievement or competitive success.

Lesson 4-10Lessons 4–10: Progressive Development and Mastery Each lesson will build on previous skills, introducing advanced techniques, course strategy, mental toughness, and consistency for competitive play. Here’s an overview: Lesson 4: Mastering Short Game Precision Objective: Hone skills in putting and chipping to improve scoring around the green. • Warm-Up (10 minutes): Focus on short-game drills. • Putting Drills (20 minutes): Advanced exercises like the clock drill for precision and lag putting for distance control. • Chipping Techniques (20 minutes): Work on different lies and spins, including flop shots and bump-and-run. • Course Strategy (15 minutes): Analyze how the short game impacts overall performance. • Homework: Assign drills for 20-yard chips and 10-foot putts. Lesson 5: Advanced Driving and Long Game Techniques Objective: Develop distance and accuracy off the tee and from the fairway. • Warm-Up (10 minutes): Full-swing warm-up with focus on driving mechanics. • Power Drills (20 minutes): Exercises for increasing swing speed and maximizing distance. • Accuracy Techniques (20 minutes): Controlling ball trajectory and reducing side spin. • Mental Focus (10 minutes): Staying calm and focused for long drives under pressure. • Homework: Assign target-based driving drills. Lesson 6: Mid-Range Shots and Approach Play Objective: Improve consistency with irons and hybrid clubs for approach shots. • Warm-Up (10 minutes): Practice with mid-irons. • Ball Striking Drills (20 minutes): Focus on clean, consistent contact. • Trajectory Control (20 minutes): Learn to shape shots, including draws and fades. • Course Simulation (15 minutes): Practice approach shots under varying conditions. • Homework: Assign practice hitting greens from 100-150 yards. Lesson 7: Course Management and Decision-Making Objective: Teach smart decision-making for lower scores. • Warm-Up (10 minutes): Light drills to loosen up. • Course Simulation (40 minutes): Play mock holes focusing on club selection, positioning, and risk management. • Discussion (10 minutes): Evaluate decisions and strategies used during play. • Homework: Practice scenarios that involve choosing between aggressive and safe plays. Lesson 8: Bunker and Recovery Shots Objective: Build confidence in escaping bunkers and difficult lies. • Warm-Up (10 minutes): Focus on recovery swings. • Bunker Techniques (20 minutes): Practice various sand shots, including high flops and low releases. • Rough and Slopes (20 minutes): Work on shots from uneven lies and thick grass. • Pressure Situations (10 minutes): Simulate high-stakes recovery shots. • Homework: Practice bunker exits with 10+ repetitions from different sand conditions. Lesson 9: Competitive Mindset and Routine Development Objective: Prepare for tournament or competitive play through mental preparation and pre-shot routines. • Warm-Up (10 minutes): Light stretching and drills. • Pre-Shot Routine (20 minutes): Develop consistent routines to stay focused under pressure. • Mental Toughness Drills (20 minutes): Visualization, breathing techniques, and stress management. • Mock Competition (10 minutes): Simulate tournament conditions. • Homework: Practice routines before every practice shot. Lesson 10: Performance Evaluation and Final Review Objective: Assess progress, refine remaining challenges, and outline a personalized long-term improvement plan. • Warm-Up (10 minutes): Focus on the student’s favorite drills. • Comprehensive Skills Test (40 minutes): Evaluate putting, chipping, driving, and approach shots. • Feedback and Analysis (10 minutes): Review progress and highlight achievements. • Long-Term Goals (10 minutes): Create a personalized plan for continued growth. • Celebration: Congratulate the student on their hard work and progress! Each lesson will continue to adapt based on the student’s individual strengths, challenges, and aspirations. The goal is not just to improve their game but also to instill confidence and a love for the sport.

Lesson 2-3Lesson 2: Building Consistency and Confidence Objective: Focus on refining the foundational skills introduced in Lesson 1 while introducing strategies to improve consistency and mental focus. 1. Warm-Up and Recap (10 minutes) • Brief warm-up to loosen muscles and practice the basic drills. • Discuss progress from practice since the last session. • Address any challenges or questions the student experienced. 2. Advanced Grip, Stance, and Alignment (20 minutes) • Refine grip and stance for improved balance and accuracy. • Teach alignment techniques for consistent ball trajectory. • Use visual aids (alignment rods, cones) to reinforce concepts. 3. Focused Drills (30 minutes) • Putting Drill: Introduce lag putting to control distance and accuracy. • Chipping Drill: Practice low and high chips for versatility around the green. • Driving Drill: Work on maximizing power and accuracy, focusing on consistent contact. 4. Course Strategy Introduction (15 minutes) • Teach basic strategies like club selection and reading the terrain. • Discuss the importance of managing risk vs. reward during play. 5. Wrap-Up and Homework (5 minutes) • Recap the lesson’s key takeaways. • Assign practice drills (e.g., hitting 10 balls each focusing on form, distance, and aim). Lesson 3: Course Simulation and Mental Game Objective: Simulate on-course scenarios to develop decision-making skills, focus on under-pressure situations, and introduce advanced techniques. 1. Warm-Up and Review (10 minutes) • Begin with a warm-up focusing on consistency. • Review feedback from practice and previous lessons. 2. On-Course Scenarios (40 minutes) • Set up simulated on-course situations: • Driving from the tee box. • Approaching the green with mid-range shots. • Escaping bunkers or rough areas. • Teach situational strategies, like playing around obstacles or managing wind. 3. Pressure-Play Drills (15 minutes) • Introduce timed or competitive drills to simulate game pressure. • Work on maintaining composure and focus during challenging shots. 4. Advanced Swing Mechanics (20 minutes) • Teach advanced techniques, such as controlled fades and draws. • Focus on body rotation, follow-through, and power distribution. 5. Mental Game and Goal Setting (10 minutes) • Discuss visualization techniques and positive reinforcement. • Set short-term and long-term goals for improvement. 6. Wrap-Up and Next Steps (5 minutes) • Highlight accomplishments from the session. • Assign specific scenarios or drills for at-home practice. • Prepare the student for their next stage of development in Lesson 4.

Youth players

Working with teenagersI’m the best golf coach because I bring a down-to-earth, understanding approach that breaks the mold of the “average golf guy.” My unique skills and hard work focus on unlocking each student’s inner potential, helping them discover strengths they didn’t even know they had. From putting and chipping to long-distance driving, I tailor my coaching to develop not just great players but motivated individuals striving for improvement. The real reward for me is watching my students achieve their highest performance, both on and off the course.

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