The new fairways of the coming season as surely as all the other chronological certainties of our yearly turn round.Golfers new and experienced will soon be renewing their challenge to our great game as they take to the fairways of the new year.Getting ready to play at whatever level after a layoff can be frustrating,however with some simple preparations you can all hit the grass swinging and playing better than before.
If you get the chance to go on the golf course through February remember its still winter so wrap up well,carry a wee pencil bag with a few clubs.Be gentle in your ambitions,if you must take the driver tee it up nice and high and try the mind set “I am only going to swish the ball 150 yds. through the air at this time”(with this attitude you will form a new relationship with the club and benefit form many more fairways hit in the new season,otherwise take a three wood and a utility wood plus a wedge ,a seven and nine iron,don’t forget your putter but remember its winter and only on Brora links have i seen and felt greens of summer pace and quality.Play off the forward tees respect the wishes of the your greens team in their efforts to present the course in the best possible shape for the coming season, so if its move it to the rough,preferred lies or mats just do it!and remember to repair your pitch marks.
Should you be unable to get on the golf course try to get in shape with a brisk walk on the beach when the fresh sand left by the out going tide offers a wonderful playing surface of off firm tight lies that will test you while making playing off grass a dawdle.Hitting a few balls of the sand will get you hands active and secure.
During this pre season activity if you get your swing priorities in order with a good attitude to rhythm and tempo allowing the shorter course to take the pressure off distance, you really can get into a good routine for the season, alternatively arrange a few lesson either individually or as a group to help identify the priorities of your requirements to help perform to your best.Indoor facilities are available locally where you can avoid the poor weather,why not take advantage of the free swing and equipment checks available with me at Brora,this fifteen minute check will reveal any equipment flaws plus give priorities to work on and think about in you technique.
As coach /tutor and having spent some considerable time in various locations throughout the world I have concluded after a lot of research that indoor coaching is very beneficial for new players and those wishing to change their technique as well as identifying areas for development and improvement.
Whilst you should be in the best shape toy can to start the season don’t forget you r vital equipment maintenance
Wear good shoes to keep you feet stable and warm and make sure your studs give you a good grip of Scotland
Wrap up well!good wind and waterproof clothing is essential,modern outer wear is efficient ,light weight and does not inhibit you swing
Make sure you have a good grip on you game new compounds offered by the leading manufacturers provide a superb gripping quality
Its often beneficial to use a softer ball colder temperatures. So when its breezy take it easy and let me know if I can help you get more enjoyment and fun from you game
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