DIsciplined technique

When it was confirmed that the new management at Okeeheelee and Park Ridge Golf Courses would not be inviting me back to teach, I had to get creative in how to provide lessons.  My junior students became especially anxious when the PGA South Florida Section Junior Golf tournament schedule was announced.  

About a month ago, I found a quiet place in a local park to meet and we focus on disciplined technique by hitting  balls into the net.  I also set up some targets for short shorts around the green.  Nothing fancy, but very effective.  ​

​When the "wow factor" of how far the ball has traveled is removed, my juniors become more aware of  how moving the body impacts club position.  They also start to feel what they are doing and connect it to the respective outcome.   It has been eye-opening for them.

Of course, the real discipline happens after they leave the lesson.  Do they practice at home with the same focus and attention?  Do they approach the golf course with the same awareness of how their preparation impacts the outcome?  Only time will tell but I am honored to be along for their golf journey.