I keep it simple, welcoming, and encouraging. For a beginner, the first lesson is all about building comfort, confidence, and a solid foundation. I start with a relaxed conversation to understand their goals, athletic background, and any nerves they’re bringing to the tee box. Then we focus on grip, stance, and posture—no pressure to be perfect, just progress. I introduce basic swing mechanics through feel-based drills, not technical overload. My goal is to make it fun, clear, and motivating—so they walk away thinking, “I can do this.
Lesson 11 and beyond is where we unlock your true potential.
Now that the fundamentals are second nature, we go from “learning golf” to mastering it. These sessions are tailored to your goals—whether it’s breaking par, winning local tournaments, or just outplaying your weekend foursome. We dial in advanced shot shaping, distance control, and mental game tactics. You’ll learn how to handle pressure, recover from mistakes, and stay focused over 18 holes.
We’ll do on-course playing lessons, track performance metrics, and study your tendencies. I also start integrating tips straight from my book 51 Golf Tips—insider techniques and mental game hacks I use myself as a low-handicap player and former Regional Champion.
By now, we’re not just fixing swings—we’re sharpening a competitive edge. You’re not just playing golf anymore. You’re playing your game—with confidence, clarity, and consistency.
Lessons 4 through 10 are where it all starts to click—and the game gets real fun.
At this stage, we shift from learning how to swing, to learning how to play golf. We refine swing mechanics, improve shot consistency, and start building a repeatable pre-shot routine. We dive deeper into short game—chipping, pitching, putting—and begin exploring course management: how to think strategically, manage risk, and play smarter, not harder.
Expect video feedback, targeted drills, and situational practice (bunkers, uneven lies, etc.). For more serious players, we’ll also track stats and start goal-setting—whether it’s breaking 100, 90, or getting tournament-ready.
This is where confidence grows, flaws get fixed, and your personal swing identity starts to emerge. You’ll leave every session with something to work on—and a reason to be excited about your next round.
By the 2nd and 3rd lessons, we start turning fundamentals into real confidence. Once the grip, stance, and posture are dialed in, we begin developing consistent swing mechanics. Expect focused drills on takeaway, tempo, and ball contact—plus an intro to short game basics like chipping or putting, depending on their pace.
Each session is personalized based on their strengths, weaknesses, and learning style. I also mix in real-world scenarios—like how to handle nerves, read a lie, or choose the right club. It’s about building momentum, not rushing perfection. My job is to make sure every swing feels like progress, and every lesson feels like they’re becoming a golfer.
With advanced players, I treat the first lesson like a diagnostic session—high-level, collaborative, and focused.
I start by asking key questions: What’s working? What’s not? Where’s your game under pressure? We’ll review recent scores, missed shots, and what patterns are holding you back from your next breakthrough—whether that’s scratch, low single digits, or tour prep.
From there, I watch your swing in motion—usually from multiple angles—and break it down using video feedback and ball flight data (if available). We’ll zero in on small adjustments that deliver big results: tempo, transition, sequencing, face control, and shot shaping.
This isn’t a beginner tune-up. It’s about precision, performance, and elevating your strengths while eliminating costly mistakes. I’m here to sharpen your edge, not reinvent your swing.
Lesson 11 and beyond is about chasing excellence, not just improvement.
At this stage, your swing is sound. Your fundamentals are elite. Now, we go after peak performance: lowering your tournament scoring average, sharpening decision-making under fire, and owning every part of your game—from tee box to tap-in.
Here’s what we’re working on now:
• Pressure Play: Reps and routines that simulate competition—tight lies, must-make putts, windy conditions, final-hole nerves.
• Tournament Strategy: We develop full prep plans—practice rounds, mental maps, scoring strategies, and post-round reviews.
• Advanced Metrics: Strokes Gained analysis, dispersion patterns, shot tendency mapping. This isn’t guesswork—it’s data-driven refinement.
• Custom Skill Blocks: We’ll build mini training phases focused on the parts of your game holding you back—whether that’s lag putting, distance control, or bunker conversion.
• On-Course Coaching: Playing lessons focused on scoring, not just swinging. We coach every shot, every choice, every mindset.
At this point, I’m not just your coach—I’m your strategist, analyst, and mindset mirror. You’re not learning to play golf anymore. You’re learning to own your game like a professional.
Lessons 4–10 are where we get surgical.
Now that your baseline is established, we shift to mastery-level refinement. This means:
• Ball Flight Mastery: Shaping fades, draws, stingers, and high/low trajectories on command.
• Scoring Zones: Dialing in wedges, approach shots, and green-side shots with precision. We break down carry vs. rollout, spin control, and trajectory choice.
• Course Management: You’ll learn how to play smarter—choosing lines, adjusting for wind, and avoiding mental traps that cost strokes.
• Mental Game Conditioning: I’ll coach you on pre-shot routines, focus resets, pressure management, and in-round adaptability.
• Performance Tracking: We’ll assess trends in GIR, scrambling, putts per round, and develop game plans to attack your weak spots.
Every lesson is strategic. We’re not just cleaning up mechanics—we’re training you to become a complete player who knows their numbers, knows their swing, and knows how to win. Whether you’re playing club championships, amateur events, or chasing a plus handicap, these lessons are built for results.
