Category Archives: For Teachers Only

Stop Talking! I’m Trying To Learn


One of my favorite things to do in this business is to help young teachers perfect their craft. At the Carmel Golf Academy part of my training regimen is to observe my teachers and to video tape their lessons and … Continue reading

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#Mentor: A Twitter Question : Advice For New Coaches


men·tor  noun 1.a wise and trusted counselor or teacher.   2.an influential senior sponsor or supporter   I spoke to the large group of insurance business people the other day on the  topic of  personal development. My speech closed with … Continue reading

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Michael Breed Teaching Presentation – Carolinas PGA Teaching Summit Review


Recently I attended our Carolinas section Teaching Summit at Myrtle Beach. Our feature spreaker was Michael Breed. You might have seen him of the Golf Channels “golf fix”. You know….”The let’s do this” guy. I was interested to see him … Continue reading

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Playful Learning Part 2 – Teaching vs. Coaching


In the midst of another P.G.A. Merchandise show, I think for those who don’t participate just don’t know what they are missing. I enjoy seeing the new products and gadgets but that is not why I attend. I make the … Continue reading

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TRADITIONAL TEACHING-FIXING APPROACH VS. RESEARCHED-BASED PLAYFUL LEARNING


What is your teaching philosophy? What do you consider a successful golf lesson? How do you know if the student gets it? These are all questions that should keep coaches up at night, I know it does me at times. … Continue reading

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Sticks and Stones Will Break Your Bones But Misconceptions Will Kill Your Game: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You


I was giving a lesson the other day to a first time student and in the process of watching him warm-up, the commentary began at a fever pitch. He would top one or hit it thin…..”Oh, I lifted my head.” … Continue reading

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Hank Haney and My New Favorite Training Aid


I went to the Carolinas P.G.A. show this past Monday and Tuesday to attend our annual meeting and to see Hank Haney speak at our section teaching summit. I thought it was great to hear from one of our premier … Continue reading

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Guru TV – Practice With A Purpose


The weather was so nice today in Charlotte that I had to get out and hit some balls. You get to witness the first official swings of 2010 from the Guru. I hope you enjoy the video and it inspires … Continue reading

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