by Bill Boltz
Golf’s Four Keys T H E F O U R K E YS TO E V E R YO N E ’S GOLF GAME
The typical golfer focuses on technique and mechanics only, neglecting the importance of the mental, physical, and equipment areas. All four areas are essential, and they affect each other and the golfers’ ability to perform.
1 | Fundamentals The mechanics for setup and motion
I believe that all golfers have a natural aptitude to swing a golf club functionally. Combined with a solid understanding of the four keys that will directly affect a golfer, a functional swing motion can be developed. Learning and performance will be compromised if this understanding is not fulfilled.
2 | Mental Game Understanding the learning process and the emotional state while learning & playing
Any instructional program should be designed to evaluate and develop the golfer in all four areas. Physical strength and flexibility should be evaluated when establishing a swing model — mentally understanding the learning process and the importance of attention. Mechanically provide a simple understanding of the elements that create a good shot. The final component is a complete golf club evaluation, which should be performed on the current equipment to identify any inconsistency that will affect performance.
3 | Physical Ability Strength & Flexibility 4 | Equipment The golf clubs and the set make up
I will share how one area will affect all four areas. Controlling the ball flight is the end objective for all golfers. The mind and body will not perform naturally if the club does not generate the proper ball flight with a balanced motion. When this does not happen, the golfer will have to compensate for their balance and swing motion to get this desired ball flight, which will lead to confusion and frustration.
Bill Boltz Henry-Griffitts Certified Teacher | National Director of Education & Training | www.henry-griffitts.com Bill Boltz has over 26 years of experience teaching thousands of students ranging from beginner to touring professional. The past 12 years he has traveled throughout North America & abroad as a National Director of Education, sharing and coaching his approach to business, teaching and club fitting. Henry-Griffitts Certified Teacher Since 1991 and recipient of their Master Clubfitting Award.
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