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Teaching Philosophy

Teaching begins with promoting the game of golf and assisting players in learning
proper techniques in order to enhance the enjoyment of the game. The teaching

curriculum offers a wide variety of programs to include all playing abilities of the
membership. This includes individual lessons, video lessons, playing lessons,

group lessons, junior golf programs, and beginner ladies clinics. The professional
staff is trained in recognized teaching methods and capable of providing lessons to
any of these groups. A member of the professional staff is available to provide
lessons during open business hours.

A lesson book with available times is kept in an accessible area. When a lesson
time is made, the student’s full name and phone number should be written down.

The student should also be told where to meet the instructor. If this is the first
lesson, they should be asked if they have equipment and what part of their game
they are interested in working on during that session.

Always be on time for the lesson. Never make the student wait. Have everything
necessary for the lesson ready, such as balls, teaching aids, note pad and pencil,

and any teaching software being used. Start the lesson by putting the student at
ease. The more relaxed they are, the more productive the lesson will be. Determine
what the student would like to accomplish though short term and long term goals.
Discuss any physical limitations of the student. Determine how the student learns;

auditory, kinesthetic or visual, and provide instruction in that manner. Determine
their body type; arch, leverage and muscular build and teach within their
capabilities.

During the lesson examine the student’s equipment and determine if any
modifications are required. Share with the student his/her strengths to build

confidence. Discuss area for improvement and what necessary adjustments should
be made. Help the student identify and isolate the pre or in-swing flaws. Provide
positive swing thoughts and drills that will result in correction. Always finish the
lesson on a positive note. Give the student realistic short term and long term goals.

Always set a time frame for the next lesson.