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How I Teach Golf

How I Teach Golf

By Duncan Woolger

Welcome to How I Teach Golf. Your host, Duncan Woolger, talks to great golf instructors about where, with what technology and how they teach the greatest game ever invented. Cover art photo by https://artbystevej.com
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How I Teach Golf #19 Wendy Lodder

How I Teach GolfSep 06, 2018

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How I Teach Golf,the final shot, with Jim Hardy

How I Teach Golf,the final shot, with Jim Hardy

In this episode I got to talk with my, more than a mentor, Jim Hardy. I hope you hear things about Jim you never knew. It’s pretty obvious I think he’s awesome.
Nov 08, 201901:33:54
How I Teach Golf #39 Andrew Agnoli

How I Teach Golf #39 Andrew Agnoli

How I Teach Golf #39 with Andrew Agnoli. A Fellow of the PGA, Head of Academy for @topgolfUK Andrew occasionally teaches now but takes us through his journey and how he looked outside of golf to bring a great customer experience. Follow Andrew @agnoligolf
Apr 24, 201936:15
How I Teach Golf #38 Jim Hardy YBL

How I Teach Golf #38 Jim Hardy YBL

In this episode I talk to USKidsgolf.com Director of Instruction Jim Hardy. Jim talks about how he started out in golf and how he struck up a relationship with Teachers Hall of Fame member Jim Hardy! Jim lets us know how anyone golf club can set up their course to make the game faster, have a ‘Tour Experience’ and therefore more fun! If you want to reach out to Jim he gives out his personal email and all the websites on how you can create a fun, inclusive Junior programme.
Apr 16, 201901:01:01
How I Teach Golf #37 Chris O’Connell

How I Teach Golf #37 Chris O’Connell

In this episode I talk to one of my mentors and great friend, Top 100 Instructor and Co Founder of Planetruthgolf.com Chris O’Connell. Chris gives away so much information to instructors and players in this podcast. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did and please leave a comment and rating so I can deliver the next podcast better!
Mar 22, 201901:01:46
How I Teach Golf #36 Matthew Tipper
Mar 08, 201953:54
How I Teach Golf #35 Dan Abrahams

How I Teach Golf #35 Dan Abrahams

In this show I speak with Dan Abrahams. Dan is a sport psychologist working alongside individuals, teams, coaches and organisations globally. He is known for his passion to de-mystify sport psychology and for creating simple to use performance techniques. He is the author of four best-selling sport psychology books and is the founder of both the Dan Abrahams Soccer Academy and The Sport Psych Show podcast. A former professional golfer and PGA qualified, Dan has a First Class Honours degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Sport Psychology. He is registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), meaning he is an accredited psychologist and bound by the HCPC’s code of conduct which emphasises confidentiality, evidence of professional development, safe practice, and standards of proficiency. You can reach out to Dan on many social handles. @Danabrahams77 on twitter and @danabrahamssport on Instagram or go to his website danabrahams.com
Mar 01, 201901:12:44
How I Teach Golf #34 PGA of America Golf Show review with Jason Sutton

How I Teach Golf #34 PGA of America Golf Show review with Jason Sutton

In this episode I chat to @golfgurutv Jason Sutton about our trips to the PGA show and what our takeaways were to help improve the way we deliver sessions, to find out what’s new in the golfing world, meeting up with friends and colleagues, in Jason’s case speaking engagements and in my case watching as many presentations as possible to make sure I’m right up to date with current trends. We find out we have a lot of similar interests and a passion for learning and improving ourselves as well as an appreciation for @garyvee
Feb 08, 201947:48
How I Teach Golf #33 Alex Mollin

How I Teach Golf #33 Alex Mollin

In this episode I speak with @AlexMollin about her journey in to golf on the island of Jersey. How she is continually improving, her mentors, initiatives and how she switches off from golf.
Feb 01, 201941:32
How I Teach Golf #32 Tom Davies

How I Teach Golf #32 Tom Davies

Tourfitgolf.co.uk founder and Head Professional at ashburnhamgolfclub.co.uk Tom Davies takes us from playing rugby to Asian tour school to fitting clubs for the best players in the world! Tom speaks passionately and honestly about the fitting process and the similarities between coaching and fitting. Make sure you give Tom a follow @tourfitgolf59 on Instagram and Twitter.
Jan 18, 201901:00:45
How I Teach Golf #31 Bernie Najar
Jan 11, 201950:39
How I Teach Golf #30 Tom Motley

How I Teach Golf #30 Tom Motley

Tom Motley takes us through his career and tells us how he delivers golf lessons in Wiltshire with a difference, TomMotleyGolf.co.uk offers a high level of golf coaching, not only utilizing the best possible coaching technology coaching in the high spec Swing Catalyst swing studio with Pressure plates, Trackman 4 and a vast array of training aids. Tom continually develops his skills as a golf coach each year through educational courses, study, seeking new information and through spending time with some of the best coaches across the globe and has developed a reputation as a highly knowledgeable & well rounded golf coach. You can reach out to Tom on twitter and Instagram @motleygolf
Jan 04, 201947:51
How I Teach Golf #29 Jamie Cundy

How I Teach Golf #29 Jamie Cundy

In #29 I get to talk to World Record holder Jamie Cundy. Jamie is the golf manager and head professional at Calderfields Golf & Country Club in Walsall. Jamie’s story of self discovery, reflection, willingness to learn and upskilling himself has recently seen him awarded the Advanced Fellowship of the PGA. Jamie’s other certifications include: TPI Certified Level 1 & 2, Plane Truth Certified Golf Coach. ASQ Level 5 Golf Management Qualification. PGA Director of Golf and Level 3 UkCC Coaching and AdCert (Advanced Certificate in Coaching) at Birmingham University. You can reach Jamie at jamiecundygolf.co.uk & @jamiecundygolf
Dec 12, 201849:04
How I Teach Golf #28 Ben Emerson

How I Teach Golf #28 Ben Emerson

In episode #28 Bowood.org Director of Golf Ben Emerson talks about how he got in to the industry at 17 and how quickly he progressed through improving himself. Ben speaks about those who have helped him in his career and how he takes people through an improvement plan after an initial 2 hour assessment at the wonderful facilities he gets to enjoy, every day. You can reach Ben on social media @benemersongolf
Nov 30, 201853:21
How I Teach Golf #27 Oliver Morton

How I Teach Golf #27 Oliver Morton

In How I Teach Golf #27 I talk to @changethegame54 and www.TheLeadingEdgeGolfCompany.com founder Oliver Morton. In this episode Oliver talks how he got in to the game, his mentors and his passion for always improving himself to give a better golfing experience.
Nov 23, 201857:06
How I Teach Golf #26 Rick Valentine
Nov 16, 201837:01
How I Teach Golf #25 Adrian Rietveld

How I Teach Golf #25 Adrian Rietveld

Adrian Rietveld shares his passion and hunger to help the top players in the world fine tune and improve their games through TaylorMade equipment. Adrian talks about his journey from driving range attendant to travelling the world and his enthusiasm in getting the best products in to the best players hands.
Nov 09, 201848:30
How I Teach Golf #24 Oli Leett

How I Teach Golf #24 Oli Leett

In this episode I speak with leettputtinghub.co.uk founder Oli Leett. Oli speaks about mentors, his process that he takes people through and we discuss about how he teaches you to roll your rock better.
Oct 31, 201841:34
How I Teach Golf #23 Sam Carr

How I Teach Golf #23 Sam Carr

In this episode I spoke with Sam Carr about his progression through his career and about what his role as business relationship officer at the PGA entails. A deep reflective thinker, I hope Sam's podcast raises questions that he, the other BRO's or the PGA can help answer.
Oct 12, 201854:40
How I Teach Golf #22 JJ Vallely

How I Teach Golf #22 JJ Vallely

Great to have JJ Vallely on the podcast. He talks about how he got in to golf and his progress to being an England regional coach. He mentions his influences and mentors that help JJ be one of the top coaches in the UK.
Oct 05, 201838:31
How I Teach Golf #21 James Skelton

How I Teach Golf #21 James Skelton

James Skelton talks to me about his mentors, myths and misconceptions, training and what happens when he teams up for one of his experience days. www.jps-golfacademy.com @jpsgolfacademy on twitter & Facebook page JPS GOLF
Sep 21, 201837:38
How I Teach Golf #20 Ben Blackburn

How I Teach Golf #20 Ben Blackburn

This episode I talk to Ben Blackburn about the multiple areas of the game, he loves, that he's worked in up to his current position with England and Wales Blind Golf, Kent PGA and the PGA South Region.
Sep 14, 201831:01
How I Teach Golf #19 Wendy Lodder

How I Teach Golf #19 Wendy Lodder

In this episode I get to talk to, and thank, Wendy Lodder for all the help and inspiration she has given me and the impact Wendy and other volunteers have on our game. We talk about her golf, concerns and hopes for the game and why she became a volunteer.
Sep 06, 201837:28
How I Teach Golf #18 Sarah Bennett

How I Teach Golf #18 Sarah Bennett

In this episode I talk to a Fellow of the PGA, former Ladies European Tour player and award winning coach Sarah Bennett. We go through how she got in to the game and what and how she introduces players to golf and how the things around us can help us play better golf.
Aug 23, 201841:50
How I Teach Golf #17 Philip Talbot

How I Teach Golf #17 Philip Talbot

Philip Talbot takes us through growing up as the son of a golf progessional and tells about all the different areas of the profession he has worked in. From stories about the greats in our game to how golf pulls together in times of need, Philip's passion about golf shines through.
Aug 15, 201801:10:24
How I Teach Golf #16 Steve Gould

How I Teach Golf #16 Steve Gould

With the world of golf instruction having lots of technology connected with it, I got to speak with one of the leaders, Steve Gould. Steve talks about how he started GASP systems and how he uses technology at his facility.
Aug 09, 201850:54
How I Teach Golf #15 Jamie Donaldson

How I Teach Golf #15 Jamie Donaldson

Jamie Donaldson talks to me about all things Aimpoint and putting. Listen to how Jamie was teaching full swing and what, how and why he stopped giving conventional golf lessons and went "all in" on Aimpoint.
Jul 25, 201850:34
How I Teach Golf #14 Andy Griffiths

How I Teach Golf #14 Andy Griffiths

In this episode Andy Griffiths takes us through his journey from University to China. How he loves to take on a new challenge every year and he talks about his influences.
Jul 18, 201854:57
How I Teach Golf #13 Jason MacNiven

How I Teach Golf #13 Jason MacNiven

Jason MacNiven of golfprinciples.co.uk takes us through the custom fitting world. Jason tells us how he works as part of a team to help you find your fitting DNA and how he has no bias towards what you need to help you get the best fitting for your game.
Jul 11, 201852:12
How I Teach Golf #12 Denise Hastings

How I Teach Golf #12 Denise Hastings

In this episode I speak to one of the founding members of the Ladies European Tour, an Advanced Fellow of the Professional Golfers Association and my first leading lady of How I Teach Golf, Denise Hastings. Denise shares her journey and her struggles in being a women in a mans world. Her passion to help others and the fun she has in golf.
Jul 04, 201839:50
Stuart Morgan #11

Stuart Morgan #11

In this episode, I talk with Stuart Morgan. Now based in Europe, Stuart talks about his journey, working for Hall of Fame teacher David Leadbetter and how he wants you to collect data to help you improve. There's a competition offer in this podcast so we look forward to your feedback.
Jun 29, 201836:51
How I Teach Golf #10 Alan Fletcher

How I Teach Golf #10 Alan Fletcher

How I Teach Golf #10 with Alan Fletcher. Based at Girton Golf Club, Cambridge, Alan takes us through his journey and introduces us to his team enviroment. How improving his coach education made him question his role and how he's going to look for your patterns to improve your golf.
Jun 23, 201841:05
How I Teach Golf #9 Martin Hall

How I Teach Golf #9 Martin Hall

Martin Hall gives us his years of wisdom in teaching our great game. Listen to his passion and advice on how to give great lessons but also how to find a great instructor for you. There’s also a surprise for me that catches me off guard!
Jun 17, 201858:46
How I Teach Golf #8 Russell Warner

How I Teach Golf #8 Russell Warner

Russell Warner talks about growing up in the UK and then leaving to become a highly respected instructor in Switzerland. Hear how Russell conducts a lesson and what he's learnt apart from a new language!
Jun 13, 201836:25
How I teach golf episode #7 Alastair Spink

How I teach golf episode #7 Alastair Spink

In this episode I talk with Alastair Spink. Alastair speaks passionatley about womens golf and hopefully will get you thinking about your game or how to get into the game.
Jun 08, 201845:07
How I Teach Golf #6 with Kevin Roman

How I Teach Golf #6 with Kevin Roman

In this episode of How I Teach Golf, I talk to Kevin Roman Director of Instruction at the amazing Monterey Peninsula Country Club. Kevin recalls playing in 2 major championships and how he ended up at one of the finest facilities anywhere in the world. There's a nice surprise for me at the end of the podcast!
Jun 03, 201823:59
How I Teach Golf #5 Ian Clark
May 30, 201834:12
How I teach golf with George Porter

How I teach golf with George Porter

How I teach golf #4 is with North Hants Club Professional George Porter. George speaks about what its like to have grown up around golf and there's a sentimental favourite golf course.
May 23, 201829:35
12 May 2018

12 May 2018

Richard Hughes based at Thegolfcentrecoalville.co.uk takes us through How I teach golf. Listen to Richard talking about his use of technology and a surprise for favourite course!
May 17, 201832:58
How I Teach Golf #2

How I Teach Golf #2

Episode 2 of How I Teach Golf. Your host Duncan Woolger talks with England Girls coach Mark Day explains How I Teach Golf at Whipsnade Park Golf Club. To reach Mark go to @markdaygolf or me @dunk_w on twitter to give us feedback and comments.
May 12, 201820:09
How I Teach Golf

How I Teach Golf

How I teach golf with Steve Astle. In this podcast I speak with Steve Astle from EMGA.co.uk who’s an England regional coach, PGA tutor and golf business consultant. In this episode Steve tells us How I Teach Golf.
May 05, 201819:30