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GOLF & COACHING ACADEMY
THE PLAYING LESSON
There are many different ways of taking a golf lesson. The most common
kind of lesson is taken at the practice facility. Does the following sound
familiar?
“I had the perfect swing on the practice facility and I can’t seem to bring it
to the golf course.” If you have mentioned this at least once during a round
of golf, you might want to consider taking a PLAYING LESSON. It’s a lesson
on the golf course with a golf professional, learning HOW to PLAY golf.
A lesson on the golf course, not only enhances the understanding of
your golf swing, but it will take you to the next level, a lesson in course
management. During a playing lesson you will learn how to think and act
on a golf course. Most people can ruin their game by over analyzing their
swing during play. It is the time and place to USE your practiced pre-shot
routine and kick into your “imagination of situation” or course management
mindset. Good course management skills lend itself to a successful day
on the golf course. Consider the following as part of your instruction
during a playing lesson:
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