Introduction & Setup Basics
Objective: Build comfort with the golf environment and develop a solid foundation.
Focus Areas:
β’ Introduction to equipment: clubs, grip types, tee, and ball positions
β’ Golf etiquette & safety on the range/course
β’ Posture, stance, and alignment basics
β’ Grip fundamentals (neutral grip focus)
β’ Short swings with wedges (half swings for contact)
β’ Basic putting stroke introduction (distance control drill)
Drills:
β’ βFeet togetherβ half-swing contact drill
β’ Gate putting drill (two tees around putter head)
Course Strategy & Game Management
Objective: Transition from range to course play and performance mindset.
Focus Areas:
β’ Course management & shot planning
β’ Club selection & reading lies
β’ Managing nerves and pace of play
β’ Recovery shots and troubleshooting (hook/slice correction)
β’ Scoring mindset and confidence routines
β’ Continued short game improvement (up-and-down challenges)
Drills:
β’ Playing lessons on course
β’ Scoring games (up-and-down challenge, par 18 short game)
β’ Visualization and target focus drills
Skill Development & Consistency
Objective: Apply fundamentals to various clubs and shots, develop control and consistency.
Focus Areas:
β’ Full swing mechanics with irons
β’ Proper sequencing: lower body β upper body β arms β club
β’ Ball striking (impact position and follow-through)
β’ Intro to woods/hybrids and driver setup
β’ Bunker basics (Lesson 8+)
β’ Pitching and distance wedges
β’ On-course simulation: shot selection, pre-shot routine, and tempo
β’ Mental focus and consistency
Drills:
β’ Alignment stick practice (direction & club path)
β’ Impact bag or tee drill for centered contact
β’ β9 oβclock to 3 oβclockβ drill for tempo
β’ Ladder pitching for distance control
β’ 3-hole practice round (Lesson 9β10)
Building the Swing Foundation
Objective: Learn proper body motion, balance, and consistent contact.
Focus Areas:
β’ Review grip, posture, and stance
β’ Understanding the swing plane and takeaway
β’ Weight shift and rotation (hips & shoulders)
β’ Connection between arms and body (one-piece takeaway)
β’ Introduce chipping technique (bump and run)
β’ Continue putting with focus on aim and routine
Drills:
β’ Towel under arms drill (for connected swing)
β’ Feet-together drill for balance
β’ Chip ladder drill (distance control)