Warm-Up & Introduction
Get to know studentās experience, goals, physical ability.
Gentle stretches + grip/stance posture drills without a club.
Grip, Stance, Posture
Proper grip (neutral grip basics).
Athletic stance, balance, posture alignment.
Short Swing Fundamentals
Start with putting stroke to build feel.
Chipping with a wedge (small swings focusing on contact).
Wrap-Up & Homework
Simple drills at home: grip checks, mirror stance practice.
Lesson 11+ ā Player Development & Customization
Goals: Refine, specialize, and build towards independence.
Swing Refinement
Analyze swing tendencies (slice, hook, contact issues).
Advanced drills for correcting swing path/clubface control.
Shot-Shaping & Specialty Shots
High vs. low shots, fades/draws (as appropriate).
Advanced Short Game
Flop shots, bunker variations, putting under pressure.
Course Strategy & Scoring
Pre-round preparation, mental game, tournament readiness.
Personalized Focus
Adapt lessons to student goals (breaking 100, 90, 80).
Use tools like TrackMan/GCQuad if available for data-driven improvement.
Homework/Practice Plans
Create weekly routines tailored to playerās strengths/weaknesses.
Lessons 4ā10 ā Building the Swing & On-Course Skills
Goals: Develop repeatable swing, course awareness, and scoring skills.
Swing Progression
Move from half-swings to full swings.
Work with mid-irons ā hybrids ā driver.
Focus on contact, ball flight, and consistency.
Short Game Development
Variety of chips, pitches, and bunker basics.
Lag putting and green-reading.
On-Course Fundamentals
Basic rules & etiquette.
Club selection and pre-shot routine.
Introduction to course management (when to play safe vs. aggressive).
Video Analysis (if available)
Reinforce improvements with visuals.
Homework
Structured practice: 50% short game, 50% full swing.
Lessons 2ā3 ā Solidifying the Basics
Goals: Build confidence in making consistent contact.
Review Fundamentals
Quick check on grip, stance, posture.
Short Game Focus
Chipping & pitching mechanics.
Learn ball positions (middle, slightly forward/back).
Introduction to Full Swing
Half-swings with short irons.
Emphasize rhythm & balance over power.
Putting Routine
Distance control drills (ladder drill).
Homework
10ā15 minutes daily grip + half-swing practice.
Player Interview & Goal Setting
Competitive goals, handicap targets, or specific performance metrics.
Full Swing Analysis
Sportsbox 3D Swing analysis
Video breakdown of swing mechanics.
Short Game & Putting Assessment
Up-and-down % drill, lag putting consistency, green reading evaluation.
Course Strategy Review
Recent scorecards: tendencies, common mistakes, decision-making patterns.
Homework
Track 3 rounds with strokes gained metrics (tee-to-green, putting, etc.).
Tournament Prep
Warm-up routine optimization.
Practice round strategy: mapping greens and approach zones.
Performance Under Pressure
Simulated competitive environments (match play, time limits, score targets).
Strokes Gained Focus
Identify weakest category (OTT, APP, ARG, PUTT) and design drills to address it.
Periodization & Practice Planning
Build a personalized weekly/monthly schedule balancing technical, physical, and mental training.
Long-Term Development
Injury prevention, strength & mobility programs.
Ongoing swing monitoring with tech.
Shot Shaping
Fades, draws, knockdowns, and stingers.
Wind play strategy.
Advanced Short Game
Flop shots, bunker variations (plugged lies, long bunker shots).
One-ball practice: play 9 holes around practice green.
Mental Game
Visualization and pre-shot routine reinforcement.
Pressure drills (consequence-based practice).
Course Management
On-course lessons focusing on target selection, risk-reward strategy.
Analyzing dispersion patterns with data to inform club selection.
Homework
Journal rounds (mental notes, misses, recovery strategy).
Full Swing Adjustments
Fine-tune swing plane, sequencing, and pressure shifts.
Drills to eliminate miss tendencies (overdraw, block, etc.).
Distance Control Work
Wedge matrix (track carry yardages for each swing length).
Spin loft and trajectory adjustments.
Putting Precision
Gate drills for start line.
Pace control with chalk line or metronome drills.
Homework
Build a ādistance chartā (carry + rollout for each club).