It’s More than a Lesson
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As we eagerly await the start of golf season in the Midwest, many of us are dusting off our clubs after a
long winter away from the game. If you’re like most golfers, your swing could use a little tune-up after
several months without hitting balls. Or maybe you’ve been practicing all winter and you’re ready to
transition your game outside. Either way, this is the perfect time to invest in a lesson or two from a
professional coach who can guide.
To be completely honest, Correct2Compete does not believe in the traditional Golf Lesson which is
typically one hour of swing tips that leaves players with more questions and internal swing thoughts than
answers. We believe that golf drills lead to acquired skills that you can take to the course. A coach is the
person who can guide you through a technical change, practice plan, mental hurdle, or even a different
way of approaching the game or a shot all together.
“The most important thing is developing a rapport and trust with the student,” says Chase Cooper. “As
the instructor, I need to communicate in a way they understand and make them feel comfortable enough
to make changes.” In a proper golf lesson, there should be questions that facilitate the next steps
needed, and each session should offer communication on the why we might be making this change vs
the how to do a move. A great coach will meet you where you are and walk you through every step of
the way on your path to better golf.
For Greg Rose, TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) expert, patience and a building-block approach are
critical: “You can’t rebuild a swing overnight. We’re retraining muscle memories through repetition of
proper movements and positions. Small incremental changes build the new groove over time.” Greg
Rose also states, “There’s no substitute for hands-on guidance from a trained set of eyes. Investing just a
couple hours can pay huge dividends this season.”
The benefits of even one or two well-structured lessons can be game-changing. You’ll get personalized
coaching, a clear plan of attack, and professional-level practice drills tailored specifically to your needs.
“After a long layoff, it’s very common for faults and flaws to creep back into a player’s swing,” notes Dave
Phillips. “A good instructor can quickly diagnose and address those issues.”
So don’t just dust off your clubs this spring – invest in your golf game with a lesson or two. A professional
instructor can quickly get you headed in the right direction and maximize your enjoyment on the course
this season.
“The couple hundred bucks for a series of lessons is a very wise investment compared to losing multiple
rounds and bits of your golf soul to a glaring swing flaw you can’t fix yourself.” – Chase Cooper