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NEWSLETTER
WEST
ISLAND GOLF
eNewsletter
Fall/Winter
After
playing for 23 years I have come to the conclusion
golf was intended to be played outdoors, of course,
amongst the wonderful courses in the Quebec region.
So there's always been something a little strange
about trying to test drive a new driver or getting a
lesson at an indoor hitting facility.
It's just not right……...wrong. Practice and
play must be separated at times.
If you want to improve your game in the off
season or even in-season, remember that indoors is
sometimes the best place for improving your game
because you are not focusing on the ball flight but
rather the technique. When it comes to golf lessons
or club fitting or fitness for that matter, indoors
is often the place to be. You can concentrate on your body
and use technology such as video analysis club
fitting analysis systems and specific core training
for your strength and flexibility.
Kinesiology or better known as the study of motion,
can be explained to the student under professional
analysis at your local golf school. If not, make
sure that the individual who is recommending or
teaching you has the qualifications to do so. Most
golf teaching professionals, coaches and player
professionals have a good background in this field.
Don’t think that you know enough or have reached
your potential or you don’t play enough or your just
a beginner or your too old. As a teaching
professional, I’ve heard all the excuses why people
do not take the right steps to improve their game.
If Tiger has a team behind him, I’m sure you will
need assistance as well. Whether it’s psychological,
physical, technical or all of the above, one thing
for sure, see a specialist in that particular field.
Golf Teaching Professional:
Is
there to give you drills and exercises so that you
have a sense of purpose and progression when you
practice or play. He is also there to be a general
mentor on all golf related subjects.
Club Maker:
Is
there to be your technical guide. He is there to fit
your clubs and help you optimize your ball flight
through technology. He should give you all the
recommendations necessary so that you may be able to
adjust or buy the clubs that best suit your
performance needs.
Sport Psychologist:
Can
help you get rid of those mental blocks. Do not
think of the psychologist in a stereotypical manner.
He is there to help you focus, develop and unlock
your mind so that you can enjoy and reach goals in
the game you love.
Personal Trainer:
Is
there to maximize your strength and flexibility
through programs such as weight training, aerobic
training and cross training. Make sure your trainer
is a golfer and has a specific program tailored to
golf.
If
you decide to get the assistance of a professional,
try to tell yourself that your doing this so that you can enjoy
this crazy game called golf. So, the next time you
throw your club or your ball goes out of bounds
think about getting some professional help.
Rafael Kalamat
Director of Golf
West Island Golf
To get lessons
with Rafael contact us at:
514-630-GOLF
info@westislandgolf.com
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