Learn Golf with Colin
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*Colin Pidgeon: Elevate Your Golf Game* "Transform your golf experience with expert instruction and personalized coaching. As a PGA Associate and Leadbetter Academy certified instructor, I help golfers of all levels improve their game and achieve their goals. *My Expertise:* * Golf instruction and coaching * Fitness and nutrition planning * Mental game development and strategy * Video analysis and swing correction *Let's Work Together to Elevate Your Game!* Join The 2% Golf Movement !
Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
Teaches: Kids, Adults, Seniors
🏅Mini-Tour Competitor
📝PGA Associate
🎓30 years playing
🔥12 Lessons
⭐️Leadbetter Academy Instructor
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Reviews
Total reviews12
Average rating
5.0
Karan K
Lessons taken: 1
"Colin Pidgeon is an exceptional golf instructor who helped me improve my game significantly. His patience, expertise, and passion for golf make him an outstanding teacher."
Karan K
Lessons taken: 1
Came to Colin with some playing goals. Achieved those in 7 months then set some new ones!
John D
Lessons taken: 1
I came to him with a problem and he did some research and figured it out for me.
Morgan P
Lessons taken: 1
Had a fun and informative lesson with him Saturday. I recommend him to anyone.
Dennis Joos
Lessons taken: 1
If new to game you need to go see him. Simple and Very clear instructions !
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:1 course available
Springfield Golf Resort
1657 miles awayOutdoors
At your favorite course
Anywhere in the blue service area shown while selected.When I'm usually available
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.tuesdays2 PM - 5 PM
wednesdays2 PM - 5 PM
thursdays5 PM - 1 AM
fridays4 PM - 12 AM
saturdays2 PM - 5 PM
sundays2 PM - 4 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonWelcome to The Golfer’s Asylum!
I'm excited to help you start your golfing journey. The first lesson is all about putting, the most important part of golf. Here's what we'll cover:
*Lesson 1: Putting Fundamentals*
* Grip: How to hold the putter correctly
* Stance: Standing comfortably over the ball
* Alignment: Aiming the putter face squarely at the target
* Ball Position: Placing the ball in the correct spot
* Stroke: Making a smooth, consistent putting stroke
We'll practice these fundamentals with drills like the "Clock Drill" and the "Straight Putt Drill." These drills will help you develop muscle memory and improve your putting technique.
Remember, putting is all about consistency and patience. With practice, you'll become a great putter and lower your scores. Let's get started!
Lesson 11+Here are lessons 11 and beyond:
*Lesson 11: Advanced Full Swing Technique*
* Focus on advanced swing techniques (draw, fade, high launch)
* Practicing drills like the "Draw Drill" and the "Fade Drill"
*Lesson 12: Advanced Short Game Technique*
* Focus on advanced short game techniques (bunker play, uphill/downhill chips)
* Practicing drills like the "Bunker Shot Drill" and the "Uphill Chip Drill"
*Lesson 13: Course Management*
* Introduction to course management strategies (club selection, risk/reward)
* Practicing on-course decision making
*Lesson 14: Advanced Mental Performance*
* Focus on advanced mental performance techniques (self-talk, visualization, breathing)
* Practicing mindfulness and self-awareness on the course
*Lesson 15: Putting Under Pressure*
* Practicing putting in high-pressure situations (long putts, breaking putts)
* Focus on maintaining composure and confidence
These lessons will help the golfer refine their skills and develop advanced techniques to take their game to the next level. By the end of lesson 15, the golfer will be ready to compete in tournaments and play with confidence!
Lesson 4-10Here are lessons 4-10:
*Lesson 4: Pitching Fundamentals*
* Grip: How to hold the wedge correctly
* Stance: Standing comfortably over the ball
* Ball Position: Placing the ball in the correct spot
* Stroke: Making a smooth, consistent pitching stroke
* Practicing drills like the "Pitch Shot Drill" and the "Lob Shot Drill"
*Lesson 5: Full Swing Fundamentals*
* Grip: How to hold the club correctly
* Stance: Standing comfortably over the ball
* Ball Position: Placing the ball in the correct spot
* Stroke: Making a smooth, consistent full swing
* Practicing drills like the "Tee Shot Drill" and the "Fairway Shot Drill"
*Lesson 6: Full Swing Technique*
* Focus on proper swing plane and rotation
* Practicing drills like the "Swing Path Drill" and the "Rotation Drill"
*Lesson 7: Full Swing Practice*
* Practicing full swings with different clubs (driver, irons, wedges)
* Focus on consistent ball striking and distance control
*Lesson 8: Short Game Practice*
* Practicing putting, chipping, and pitching drills
* Focus on developing muscle memory and consistency
*Lesson 9: On-Course Practice*
* Playing holes 1-3, focusing on putting, chipping, and pitching
* Practicing full swings on the driving range
*Lesson 10: Mental Performance*
* Introduction to mental performance techniques (focus, visualization, breathing)
* Practicing mindfulness and self-awareness on the course
These lessons will help the golfer develop a solid foundation in the full swing, short game, and mental performance. By the end of lesson 10, the golfer will be ready to play 9 holes on the course!
Lesson 2-3Here are the next two lessons:
*Lesson 2: Putting Green Reading*
* Understanding green slopes and breaks
* Identifying the ideal putting line
* Practicing green reading drills like the "Circle Drill" and the "Ladder Drill"
* Learning how to adjust for different green speeds and conditions
*Lesson 3: Chipping Fundamentals*
* Grip: How to hold the wedge correctly
* Stance: Standing comfortably over the ball
* Ball Position: Placing the ball in the correct spot
* Stroke: Making a smooth, consistent chipping stroke
* Practicing drills like the "Bunker Shot Drill" and the "Chip Shot Drill"
These lessons will help the golfer develop their short game skills, which are crucial for scoring well. By mastering putting and chipping, the golfer will be able to save strokes around the green and build confidence in their game.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonHere is a description of the first lesson for an advanced player:
Lesson Topic: Advanced Short Game Techniques
Objective: To improve the advanced player's short game skills, specifically focusing on chipping and pitching.
Drills:
· Chipping: Practice chipping with different clubs (wedges, irons) and techniques (hinge and hold, sliding chip).
· Pitching: Practice pitching with different clubs (wedges, irons) and techniques (flop shot, pitch and run).
· Bunker Play: Practice hitting bunker shots with different clubs (sand wedge, pitching wedge) and techniques (splash shot, bunker blast).
Tips:
· Focus on ball position and alignment for consistent chipping and pitching.
· Use the right club for the right shot (e.g. sand wedge for bunker shots).
· Practice with different lies and conditions to improve adaptability.
Feedback:
· Provide feedback on technique, ball position, and alignment.
· Use video analysis to review swings and provide detailed feedback.
· Encourage self-assessment and adjustment during practice.
Lesson 11+Here are descriptions of lessons 11+ for an advanced player:
Lesson 11: Advanced Mental Game Techniques
- Focus on developing a pre-shot routine and strategy for mental toughness
- Practice visualization, breathing exercises, and positive self-talk
- Use video analysis to review swings and provide feedback on mental game
Lesson 12: Advanced Club Fitting and Gapping
- Practice hitting shots with different clubs and techniques to optimize gapping
- Focus on adjusting club selection and technique for different conditions
- Use launch monitors and club fitting software to optimize club selection
Lesson 13: Advanced Swing Analysis and Correction
- Practice hitting shots with different clubs and techniques to optimize swing
- Focus on adjusting technique and club selection for different conditions
- Use video analysis and launch monitors to review swings and provide feedback
Lesson 14: Advanced Course Management and Strategy
- Practice navigating different golf courses and conditions
- Focus on developing a pre-shot routine and strategy for course management
- Use video analysis to review swings and provide feedback on strategy
Lesson 15: Advanced Practice Techniques and Drills
- Practice hitting shots with different clubs and techniques to optimize practice
- Focus on developing a practice routine and strategy for improvement
- Use video analysis and launch monitors to review swings and provide feedback.
Lesson 4-10Here are descriptions of lessons 4-10 for an advanced player:
Lesson 4: Advanced Putting Techniques
- Focus on speed control, direction, and alignment
- Practice putting with different grips and stances
- Use training aids like putting mats and gates to improve accuracy
Lesson 5: Mastering the Pitch Shot
- Practice pitching with different clubs and techniques
- Focus on distance control and accuracy
- Use video analysis to review swings and provide feedback
Lesson 6: Advanced Bunker Play
- Practice hitting bunker shots with different clubs and techniques
- Focus on escaping bunkers with high lips and difficult lies
- Use training aids like bunker mats and ramps to improve technique
Lesson 7: Challenging Lies and Uneven Terrains
- Practice hitting shots from uphill, downhill, and sidehill lies
- Focus on adjusting technique and club selection for uneven terrains
- Use video analysis to review swings and provide feedback
Lesson 8: Advanced Wedge Play
- Practice hitting shots with different wedges and techniques
- Focus on distance control and accuracy with wedges
- Use training aids like wedge mats and gates to improve technique
Lesson 9: Managing Trajectory and Distance
- Practice hitting shots with different clubs and techniques to control trajectory and distance
- Focus on adjusting technique and club selection for different conditions
- Use video analysis to review swings and provide feedback
Lesson 10: Course Management and Strategy
- Practice navigating different golf courses and conditions
- Focus on developing a pre-shot routine and strategy for course management
- Use video analysis to review swings and provide feedback on strategy.
Lesson 2-3Here are descriptions of lessons 2-3 for an advanced player:
Lesson 2: Advanced Full Swing Techniques
Objective: To improve the advanced player's full swing skills, specifically focusing on driver and iron play.
Drills:
· Driver: Practice driving with different techniques (draw, fade, straight) and clubs (driver, fairway woods).
· Irons: Practice hitting irons with different techniques (high, low, straight) and clubs (long irons, short irons).
· Ball Flight: Practice controlling ball flight with different swings and clubs.
Tips:
· Focus on swing plane and angle of attack for consistent driver and iron play.
· Use the right club for the right shot (e.g. fairway wood for long shots).
· Practice with different lies and conditions to improve adaptability.
Feedback:
· Provide feedback on technique, swing plane, and angle of attack.
· Use video analysis to review swings and provide detailed feedback.
· Encourage self-assessment and adjustment during practice.
Lesson 3: Advanced Course Management
Objective: To improve the advanced player's course management skills, specifically focusing on strategy and decision-making.
Drills:
· Strategy: Practice developing strategies for different holes and conditions.
· Decision-Making: Practice making decisions on the course, such as club selection and risk management.
· Mental Preparation: Practice preparing mentally for golf, including focus and concentration.
Tips:
· Focus on developing a pre-shot routine for consistent strategy and decision-making.
· Use course knowledge and experience to inform strategy and decision-making.
· Practice with different conditions and scenarios to improve adaptability.
Feedback:
· Provide feedback on strategy, decision-making, and mental preparation.
· Use video analysis to review play and provide detailed feedback.
· Encourage self-assessment and adjustment during practice.
Youth players
Working with kidsWhen working with juniors, I adapt my approach to meet their unique needs and learning styles. Here are some ways I adapt my approach:
*Juniors (ages 5-12):*
* Use fun and engaging drills that incorporate games and challenges
* Focus on developing fundamental movement skills like balance, coordination, and agility
* Use visual aids and demonstrations to help them understand complex concepts
* Keep lessons short and interactive, with plenty of breaks for water and snacks
Working with teenagers*Teenagers (ages 13-18):*
* Use more advanced drills and techniques that challenge them physically and mentally
* Focus on developing their technical skills, like swing mechanics and short game techniques
* Use video analysis and feedback to help them improve their game
* Encourage them to take ownership of their practice and set goals for themselves
* Use positive reinforcement and encouragement to help them build confidence and self-esteem.
What you need to bringA golf glove, golf clubs if you have them, great attitude and any questions for me to answer.
What I can bringI do access to ladies and mens sets and limited access to junior set.
Frequently asked questions
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Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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