For those that have embarked on the journey of becoming a golfer then this article might make sense to you. The world renowned sports psychologist Bob Rotella says in his book Golf is Not a Game of Perfect, “a golfer has to learn to enjoy the process of striving to improve. That process, not the end result, enriches life.”
Sir Nick Faldo was quoted saying that rhythm, tempo and timing is the glue that holds every great golf swing together and as a coach I couldn’t agree more.
Masters week is quickly approaching and we couldn’t be more fired up. The Masters and the US Open are my favorite majors and always look forward to this time of the year.
Practicing your putting can be very fun and effective, if it is done properly.
The white rod putting training aid was developed by the late great Carl Welty. He developed this for many reasons, it was an aid that he expected all of his students to carry with them at all times.
Spending time in the green side sand traps or bunkers is very important because you just never know when you are going to hit your ball into one.
Enthusiastic young men and women to help grow 18 GREENS. Anyone want to make some extra $$$$.? Well most sales reps for companies make anywhere from 6% to 8% commission on sales made, we want to pay you...
Keep it old school with a timeless approach to making your lady feel as special as she really is.
Tom Byrum (San Antonio, Texas) eagled the first playoff hole to defeat Tommy Tolles (Hendersonville, North Carolina) to claim medalist honors at the 2017 PGA TOUR Champions National Qualifying Tournament at TPC Scottsdale.
I love teaching juniors the game of golf for many reasons. With all of the technological distractions out there today, golf has become an even more important tool in helping kids...
For the past five years, we have been making some of the most comfortable pants and shorts in the business.
The Aiming Fluid Belt concept by 18 GREENS is for the days when you need just a little assistance hitting it straight. Check out this demonstration for proper lubrication.
Big congrats to our local San Diego boy, Pat Perez who took home the W at the PGA Tour’s OHL Classic at Mayakoba this last weekend. My friendship with Pat started at the La Costa Golf School when he was working with Carl Welty back in 1993. Carl was Pat’s instructor before he was a teenager until he turned 22 years old.
Where's Your Happy Hour.? Ours happens to be on the golf course playing golf with our friends.
In this video I will give a very effective drill to add into every practice session. Will help build coordination, strength, ball contact, angle of attack, forearm/ hand rotation and a more neutral swing plane.
Wait, so you are telling me that if you hit down on the ball it makes it go up, you are kidding me.!
Benji Weatherley celebrates his 40th birthday with his friends. Watch surfers Kalani Robb, snow boarder JJ Thomas, surf movie producer Taylor Steele and the rest of the crew enjoy 9 holes of golf
Setting up to the golf ball properly is very important as we all know. In this video I will help you with an effective routine...
Setting up your practice area is very important as we all know but still after telling my students constantly some just are too lazy to do it.
When you are headed to the range for a practice session or warming up before a round it is important to have a specific routine on how to warm up. In this video I will give you an effective way to start every practice session or warm up.
One error that I constantly see from all levels of players is not staying level during their swing. Understanding what that actually means is the first step and second step is knowing how to work on it.
Well if you are starting with your hands on the club incorrectly then you are making a difficult game even more difficult.
Sometimes the obvious is not so obvious... Hmmm... Well this is pretty darn important if you want to hit solid golf shots... Check it out...
2015 was a great year for golf, the shot of adrenaline that we all needed. Ever since Tiger disappeared from the leader board golf has been a bit boring. I hate to say it but it’s true. I left 2014 thinking if it wasn’t for the 4 majors...
I have been a golf instructor at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course in San Diego, CA for the past 17 years and received my PGA Class A in 2003. I have been lucky enough to have been mentored by Master Instructor, Carl Welty...
Throughout the history of golf there have always been some pretty interesting fashion statements on the course. Starting in Scotland, where golf originated with kilts, to Bobby Jones sporting a button down shirt and a tie...
For those who plan on traveling to San Diego for vacation do not forget your golf clubs. While San Diego is known for its great weather and amazing beaches we also have some of the best golf courses around, especially if you have some connections.
