Ladies Coaching Day
Sat 26th July 2008
Recently I put together a golf day for a group of beginners who wanted a total golfing experience. Holly and the other ladies were determined to try all that golf could offer and we put together a day that covered all aspects of the game and culminated in a Texas scramble tournament on the course.
It is very unusual for complete beginners to get onto the course after a single day’s coaching but I was confident I could get them to a standard where they would all enjoy themselves.
We started with a light lunch to provide some much needed energy and then proceeded to an intensive 90 minutes on the range where we focused on the basic elements of the swing. I have to say that all the ladies should a real enthusiasm to learn the swing and there were some fine shots hit during the session.
After the long game coaching we took a few minutes to grab a drink and rest from the afternoon heat before we headed to the short game area. In our second 90 minute coaching session of the day I covered the basics of putting and chipping. This was a session aimed at providing the essentials in putting including reading greens and then worked on chipping with a variety of different clubs to ensure that when we got into the course later in the day all of the ladies were well equipped to deal with the golf course challenge.
Jeremy joined me for the Texas Scramble competition and we split the ladies into two groups of four. Learning the game and getting on the course on the same day can be a daunting experience, but we played Texas Scramble format which allows for a few “interesting” shots to be discarded as we select the best shot from the four and then all play form there until we hole out. This is by far the best way to start learning the game on the course without the added pressure of playing your own ball all the way round.
The competition was played in good spirits and a number of Pars were recorded along the way. All the ladies enjoyed the challenge and relished in the rivalry between fourballs!
After the game we finished off with a cold drink on the balcony and discussed the day’s events, I would like to thank Holly for all here efforts in coordinating the day and all the ladies for their hard work and enthusiasm.
We look forward to seeing you all soon here at Northwick Park.
Darren Bragg.
Below are some kind words from the ladies:
“thanks very much for organising what was an awesome day! I'm really into the swing of it now, haha... I actually (surprisingly) do want to take up golf now - Jeremy and Darren were very patient and obviously knew what they were doing.”
“Loved it, can't wait to get out there again….even had the golf clubs out last night as my flatties wanted to view my swing”
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The text book finish! |
Jeremy leading his team in the Texas Scramble |
If you would like us to arrange a corporate day for you and you are just interested in group coaching please contact me on darren.bragg@premiumgolfschools.co.uk, where I would be glad to help.
Darren Bragg
PGA Professional
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