GOLF COACHES

The novelist Harry Wilson once quipped: “Golf has too much walking to be a good game, and just enough game to spoil a good walk.” Many golfers would agree that while golf can be a fun, social and entertaining game, it can also be incredibly frustrating at times.

Golf is a great social game, and of course it’s also famous for being a good networking sport, with many deals being struck during a round of golf.

Having a golf coach help you improve your golfing technique can help ease the frustration and improve your game. But where do you start?

Many golf instructors will work with children, either alone or in groups, to teach them the fundamentals of the game. At a young age children need to work on hand-eye co-ordination and build strength in their arms. Putting techniques and the short game are also key development areas. A coach can make the game of golf fun for younger players who are new to the game.

Golf is a game you can learn at any age. With a few lessons from a golf pro you can learn a lot about golfing technique. Perfecting your golf swing involves positioning your body in the right way and a coach can help you correct any postural and stance errors. By helping you work on a confident golf swing a coach can improve your game in a few short lessons.

Of course, like any sport, practice makes perfect and a golf pro will ensure you’re practicing the right technique and not reinforcing bad habits – like an incorrect grip or poor follow through.

Different golfers can also have different types of swing so it’s important to learn what works for you. Your aim is to work on a simple, repeatable swing that hits the ball where you want. A coach can help you do this by focusing on what’s not working for you, instead for trying to make your swing look like everyone else’s.