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Mind Caddie - Improve Your Mental Golf GameThe Quest for 180mph Ball Speed – Cordie Walker #351Today we are joined on the show by Cordie Walker from GolfWell Cordie Walker spends time with the most interesting players, coaches, and researchers in the golf industry to discover what the best are doing in their game. The content and information he puts out is absolutely brilliant. On today’s show we discuss his fascinating journey to get to 180mph ball speed. The conversation is packed full of golden nuggets if you are on a quest to gain more distance of the tee. The perils and pitfalls of going down th...2025-03-2151 min
TOUR COACH with Tony RuggieroCordie Walker: Obsessing Over One Thing to Get BetterJackson Koert sits down with Cordie Walker of GolfWell to talk about 2025, how to get better, and how you can too!Subscribe and follow @DewSweeperTV on YouTube for more golf instruction, podcasts, insights and so much more!Also check me out on Instagram @thedewsweeper If you like the training aids and gear used check out our store!! https://7d478f-a8.myshopify.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqqX2FBr-239XdDf7QXayock2yq6evfwke4N5Ubw9HitUcdMXXS#pro work #dewsweepertv @dewsweepertv#golf #improveyourgolf #golftechnique #golfskill #golfinstruction #golfswing #golf...2025-02-0613 min
The Golf Fitness Bomb Squad with Chris FinnEp 147: Chasing 180 MPH - Speed Training & Performance w/ Cordie WalkerCordie Walker, the mind behind GolfWell (formerly Golf Science Lab), joins the show to talk speed training, performance, and golf science. From his personal goal of hitting 180 MPH ball speed to insights from top experts like Luke Benoit, Mark Blackburn, and Claude Harmon, we break down the technical, physical, and mental aspects of speed training. Plus, Cordie shares key takeaways from the PGA Show and how the latest gear, training systems, and research can help golfers at every level.
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@cordie_golfwell
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GolfWell PodcastDecoding Shot Shaping & Iron Size: Dr Sasho MacKenzie breaks down new researchGet ready for a deep dive into the science of golf with Dr. Sasho MacKenzie. In this episode, we cover it all, from the surprising impact of iron size on shot shaping to advanced concepts in swing mechanics. Here’s what you’ll learn as we recap the World Scientific Congress of Golf:
- Why smaller irons might not always be better for shaping shots
- The surprising truths about club kinetics and how they influence your swing
- The science behind face-to-path variability and what it means for your game
- How ground interaction affects your wedge play more than...2024-09-0252 min
GolfWell Podcast3 Unique Insights from the 2024 World Scientific Congress of Golf w/ Dr Paul WoodIn this episode, Dr. Paul Wood, Vice President of Engineering at Ping and President of the Golf Science Organization, discuss insights from the recent World Scientific Congress of Golf.
They delve into various research topics, including the physics of putting on sloping surfaces, technological advancements in measuring putting dynamics and the latest buzz in the research community.2024-08-1439 min
GOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsThe Path to Becoming a PGA National Coach of the Year: Joe Hallett
This week, Will Robins interviews JoJo, the 2024 PGA National Teacher and Coach of the Year. They discuss JoJo’s journey, the importance of mentorship, and his teaching philosophy. JoJo emphasizes creating movements for improvement, using technology wisely, and the value of effective communication and motivation.
They also talk about the significance of continuous learning, adapting teaching methods, and the impact of influential books. JoJo shares personal anecdotes and insights, highlighting the importance of collaboration and mentorship in the evolving landscape of golf instruction.
About Joe Hallett:
Joe Hallett, the Di...2024-07-2556 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsAchieve Peak Performance: Mastering Human Conditioning and the Mind with Sean Foley – Part 2
This week, Will Robins continues his discussion with Sean Foley as they delve into the mental aspects of golf coaching, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, open communication, and self-awareness.
Foley discusses the impact of language, sensory motor skills, and self-perception on performance. He also explores how media and advertising influence emotions like fear and anxiety. Additionally, Foley shares personal insights on self-love, societal influences, and the neuroscience of hatred.
About Sean Foley:
Sean Foley is a renowned golf instructor who has coached top players like Lydia Ko, Justin Rose...2024-07-1146 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsAchieve Peak Performance: Mastering Human Conditioning and the Mind with Sean Foley – Part 1
Coach Will Robins converses with renowned golf coach Sean Foley. Foley shares his holistic approach to coaching, emphasizing the importance of creating the right environment for players to excel.
He discusses the significance of understanding the brain’s natural tendencies, fostering resilience through adversity, and the role of empathy in coaching young players. Foley also highlights the importance of defining a player’s purpose and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth, offering valuable insights into the mental and emotional aspects of golf coaching.
About Sean Foley:
Sean Foley is a re...2024-06-2047 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsAndy Matthews: How to Train Your Players to Perform Under Pressure
Will Robins talks with Andy Matthews from Neuropeak Pro about the critical role of breathing in golf performance. Andy, a former professional golfer, shares his insights on how breathing techniques can help manage stress and improve physiological responses on the course.
He discusses his experience teaching precision breathing to PGA Tour players and its benefits in high-pressure situations. Will reflects on the challenges of consistent breathing practice and its potential to enhance mental focus and performance for golfers at all levels.
Interested in trying out Neropeak Pro? Click here and you’ll...2024-04-1845 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsJason Baile: The Recipe for Building PGA Tour Winners- Part 2 (with special guest Brad Faxon)
In this episode of Golf in the Life of, host Will Robins welcomes back Jason Baile, a seasoned golf coach who shares their approach to coaching and mentoring. Baile emphasizes the judicious use of technology, the importance of a thorough assessment process, and the role of imposter syndrome in personal growth. Professional golfer Brad Faxon makes a brief appearance that you won’t want to miss. Faxon reflects on their career, including working with Darren Clarke, and values continuous learning, evidenced by their evolving coaching framework and the documentation of their experiences. The episode highlights the coach’s hum...2024-02-0529 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsJason Baile: The Recipe for Building PGA Tour Winners- Part 1
In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, host Will Robins talks with golf coach Jason Baile about the intricacies of coaching high-level players. They delve into Jason’s experience with Lucas Glover’s transformation, overcoming the yips, and the journey to regain confidence. Jason shares a personal story of a coaching mistake, highlighting the importance of understanding a player’s abilities and focusing on pre-swing fundamentals. The discussion also covers adapting coaching strategies to individual player needs, setting realistic goals, and the evolving role of golf coaches.
About Jason Baile: Jason Baile...2024-01-2227 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsRandy Smith: Lessons from the World’s #1 Coach (part 2)
In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, we welcome back Randy Smith, a golf instructor, who shares his insights on what he looks for in young golfers who have the potential to become elite players. He also recommends some books and courses for developing coaching skills and emphasizes the importance of being an artist on the golf course. The conversation then shifts to the importance of learning how to shape shots and control ball flight, and why Texas produces so many good golfers. The episode also discusses the use of technology in golf...2023-06-3033 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsRandy Smith: Lessons from the World’s #1 Coach (part 1)
The Golf in the Life of podcast features Randy Smith, a renowned golf instructor who has taught some of the best players in the world. Randy shares his unique journey into coaching, the importance of communication and building rapport with players, and the significance of understanding a player’s DNA to create a shot. He emphasizes the need for quality lessons over quantity and finding a balance between work and family life. Randy also talks about the importance of transitioning from the range to the golf course and not getting in the way of a player’s natu...2023-06-1635 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsLorin Anderson: Business Value of Golf Instruction (part 2)
In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, Will and Lorin Anderson discuss the current state of the golf industry amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. While some golf pros may believe that the industry will continue to thrive despite the economic downturn, they suggest that golf instructors should not become complacent. They delve into the ways in which the pandemic has affected the growth of the industry and what they are seeing from their perspective and from the professionals they’re talking to. Additionally, they touch on the importance of recognizing what is truly valuable to...2023-05-2924 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsLorin Anderson: Business Value of Golf Instruction (part 1)
In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, host Will Robins interviews Lorin Anderson, the owner and founder of Proponent Group, a golf instructor networking organization. They discuss the role of Proponent Group in the golf industry and share valuable insights and data gathered over the last ten years on the revenue that golf instructors can bring to a club.
About Lorin Anderson: Founder of Proponent Group and a golf industry veteran with over two decades of experience as the Managing Editor for Instruction at GOLF Magazine. Lorin’s expertise in golf in...2023-05-1524 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsDr. Rick Sessinghaus: The FlowCode
In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, host Will Robins speaks with coaches Rick Sessinghaus and Josh Alpert, two instructors with a wealth of experience in the game. The two discuss their work in developing the FlowCode, a tool to help players channel the right state of mind to achieve success in golf. They discuss how Rick worked with world number one Colin Mora Cowan from a young age and tell the story of Colin’s extraordinary shot at the 2020 PGA Championship, emphasizing the importance of being aware of the variables in order to...2023-05-0153 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsMike LaBauve: Short Game Assessment (Part 2)
In this episode of the Golf in the life podcast, the guest speaker, Mike LaBauve, discusses the short game evaluation tool he uses to help his students set goals to improve their scores. Tour players often find it too easy and set additional challenges to deepen the game.
Setting goals for the short game score helps golfers reduce their handicap, and the short game course takes around 12 minutes to complete. The speaker suggests that golfers should practice regularly and compete with each other to improve their scores. His students have achieved success by competing against...2023-04-1412 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsMike LaBauve: Short Game Assessment (Part 1)
In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, Will Robins discusses the best short game assessment for golfers looking to improve their scores. The assessment is so effective that the University of California’s golf team used it for their qualifying rounds. He interviews Mike LaBauve, the creator of the short game assessment.
Mike explains how he came up with the assessment in 1989 and how it has helped countless golfers improve their game. He talks about the eight holes included in the assessment, which test a golfer’s ability to make short putt...2023-03-3112 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsJames Sieckmann: High Performance Coaching (Part 2)
Coach Will Robins and James Sieckmann jump right into his advice for creating an effective online product:
-Don’t do it too early, make sure you’re extremely confident of a certain topic.
-Look at it as the end user. What is their first step?
-Go through each building block and scenario
-Keep it digestible
They also discuss choosing your students, aligning mindset with behavior, the brain and stress response, as well as his greatest teachers and one book he’d recommend.
Are you looking to transf...2023-01-0526 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsJames Sieckmann: High Performance Coaching
Coach Will Robins is joined by James Sieckmann, Master of the Modern Short Game, to talk about his coaching disciplines, the different tactics he uses to help players of all levels, and his process in writing his first book.
James’ brother played on tour for eleven years, allowing him to learn from elite coaches and players at an early age. He continued learning by surrounding himself with experts from different backgrounds, so he could piece together as many skillsets as he can to help his players be their best. James shares how integrates his coaching di...2022-12-2225 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsMark Blackburn: Finding your niche
Mark Blackburn is back for another great episode that is rich with information for every coach including:
– Twelve things he looks for when hiring a new coach
– What he looks for when working with new players
– Why five tour players is his limit
– How to find your niche as a coach
– The difference between teaching and coaching
– His advice for young coaches
Don’t miss this insightful part 2 interview with Mark.
Are you looking to transform your business? At RGX we’re committed to helping you achi...2022-11-2226 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsMark Blackburn: Every lesson is an opportunity to get better
Mark Blackburn has been named PGA Teacher of the Year, Golf Digest’s 50 Best Teachers, Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher and has built a world class brand. The Blackburn Golf Academy develops and coaches players at every skill level. He joins Coach Will Robins to talk about business, communication, coach development, leadership and so much more.
Are you looking to transform your business? At RGX we’re committed to helping you achieve your goals. From making more money EFFECTIVELY, having more of a work/life balance or getting better results for your golfers. If you’...2022-11-1027 min
GolfWell PodcastSmylie Kaufman shares the success in keeping it simpleAfter Tony Ruggiero and Smylie Kaufman reflect on their years working together – Smylie was one of the best students Tony ever had. Smylie shares the secret to his success it was his understanding of his swing and keeping his focus simple, by having three to four things he’d monitor. They dive into specific techniques and approaches, as well as the best advice he’s ever received, what the best players can do and how his greatest strengths as a player have helped him in broadcasting.2022-10-2632 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsJim Hardy: Hit the Next Ball Better (Part 2)
Jim Hardy and Coach Will Robins jump right into marketing; how to build your brand as a coach and what you can do to coach more effectively. Jim shares his twenty-five year process of studying different personality types-with Jennifer Munro, and how he went from making mismanagement to always understanding first why the student is there and how do they learn?
They dive deep into the technicalities of the club face at impact, training before a tournament, getting them out of their own and building confidence.
Are you looking to transform...2022-10-1332 min
GolfWell PodcastRalph Bauer: What you need to know about puttingRalph Bauer and Tony talk all things putting. He explains where he starts when work with tour players, it’s changing their perspective to understanding how they missed is due to misreading instead of pushing or pulling. He talks about his new app, and how it solves the missing part to putting better is reading the greens better. The technology accelerates what would take years into weeks. They also discuss which grip is best for your putting, and the data he found from testing twelve tour players on left to righters and right to lefters. This episode is full of wa...2022-09-2230 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsJim Hardy : Hit the Next Ball Better (Part 1)
Jim Hardy, PGA joins Coach Will Robins to share his journey from playing on tour to becoming a coach and creator of The Plane Truth. Hardy was named the National PGA Teacher of the Year in 2007, has been nominated to the Teachers Division of the World Golf Hall of Fame, is ranked in the top 10 on Golf Digest’s list of America’s 50 Greatest Teachers, and has been on the biannual rankings list for more than two decades. And for more than twenty-five years, he has also been on Golf Magazine’s “Top 100 Teachers in America” list.
Jim...2022-09-2034 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsWhere Golf is Heading
Co-Founder, Coach Will Robins, answers “where do you see recreational golf going in the next 18months?”, and explains how you can create a scaleable business as people start returning to the office and the change in economy impacts the boom during COVID.
He explains how coaches are the solution to maintaining the interest in golf and recruiting the next generation of PGA Professionals. Coaches need to understand their legacy, because the results they’re known for are what people will truly value and continue to pay for. He shares TONS of ideas, stories and examples of coac...2022-09-0537 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsThe New Direction of the Golf Industry (Part 2)Coach Will Robins and Jay Karen, Chief Executive Officer of NGCOA, jump right back into discussing the new direction of golf. Starting with how facilities should look to Top Golf’s example in order to generate more business by creating fun outside away from the first tee and the countless ways to do so without alienating core customers. They also discuss golf’s lack of culture and connectivity is hurting opportunities for revenue and retention, while giving solutions to capitalize on the increase of new players from the pandemic. This episode is full of options in improving business for Cour...2022-08-3023 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsThe New Direction of the Golf Industry
Will Robins sits down with Jay Karen, Chief Executive Officer of National Golf Course Owners Association, to discuss how Teaching Professionals and Course Owners/Managers can align in vision and work together for more effective results.
The NGCOA has three main missions: advocacy, education and a commercial program. He shares feedback from countless owners and their priorities when it comes to the value of teaching professionals. Will and Jay debate how to prove value – correlation vs. causation, is complacency or busyness the culprit to slowing business development. They also talk about how the industry has got...2022-08-1731 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructors10 Years of GITLO: Will and Cordie discuss the journey and evolution of the golf industry (Part 2)
Will and Cordie hop directly into technology’s influence on the golf industry and instruction. We’ve come a long way with indoor training, from the first bad simulators to indoor facilities becoming commonplace for entertainment in addition to practice that offers real data, fast feedback and furthers the progress of instruction that’s focused on getting results and not selling time.
They also discuss how strong golf currently is and has grown in the past decade, and explore why instruction hasn’t kept pace with increased interest. Will shares practical ideas that will get players...2022-07-2618 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructors10 Years of GITLO: Will and Cordie discuss the journey and evolution of the golf industry
After ten years of Golf In The Life Of, Will and Cordie reflect on how they started working together and how the past ten years have been for them both and the industry. Their journey has led to impactful shifts within the industry, a partnership with PGA, helping Teaching Pros overcome their biggest challenges, and how they’re bringing change management to more coaches. You’re going to gain incredible insight into improving your business and quality of life.
Are you looking to transform your business? At RGX we’re committed to helping you achieve...2022-07-1319 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsShane Ryan: Fixing the Golf Pro Crisis
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Shane Ryan joins Coach Will Robins to discuss his recent article, “The Club Pro Crisis”. He shares several of many stories he received of the hardship and difficulties that Pros currently face. They talk through the current club labor expectations not allowing Pros to have a balance between work and personal life, subsequently leading many to face mental health issues, divorce and alcohol abuse. Coach Will and Shane discuss the ability to change this without a labor union would mean the responsibility falls to the clubs to hire more employees in diverse role...2022-05-3146 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsPete Hinojosa: The Power of Personalities
Coach Will Robins and Pete Hinojosa jump right in part two, discussing how you can simplify the DISC training to be remembered and without over generalizing people. Pete explains, “everyone is a unique combination of the four tendencies”; and why the first step to improving your coaching is doing a self-assessment. You’ll learn who you are and discover your strongest patterns in different environments. If you’d like to take the assessment click here: https://www.questlv.com.
Pete offers a couple questions t0 quickly understand your players. You’ll also learn great tips to learn n...2022-05-2030 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsPete Hinojosa: understanding your patterns vs. your students’
Coach Will Robins sits down with Pete Hinojosa to help you get out of coaching Golf and into the mindset of the person in front of you. Pete has more than 25 years of experience in training and development. His background includes design, development and delivery of training curriculum with emphasis on leadership. Pete has owned his own company since 1997, Omega Quest, specializing in leadership development, and was an educator for 20 years. Currently, Pete is the director of human capital development with Insperity where he develops and delivers leadership training to all leaders and managers across the country. He...2022-05-1337 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsSuzy Whaley: doing what the challenge requiresIn part two, we hear the incredible story of Suzy Whaley playing on the PGA; why it took her three months to accept, how she handled 3000 interviews in nine months, alongside training and a full-time job. Listen to hear the rocky start and how it was still the best golf she ever played.
She explains how it equipped her for other experiences, the biggest lesson learned. You’ll also get her best advice for coaches, what keeps her sharp and improves her coaching and her most proud moments.
Are you looking to...2022-05-0528 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsSuzy Whaley: the key to longevity is in the processWe’re joined by a history-making instructor, Suzy Whaley. Suzy Whaley was one of only six women to play on the PGA tour, and in our first episode she shares how her love for playing the game laid the foundation in becoming a professional golfer, as well as the coaching mentality that supported it. She continued to make history, becoming the first woman President of the PGA of America.
Coach Will Robins and her discuss how coaching has changed and bringing technology in to coach the game not just the swing makes a significant difference. She...2022-04-2821 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsKarl Morris: How Context Transforms PerformanceKicking off part 2 with Karl Morris, we jump right in with what key factors of a context mindset that players needs to embrace to see results.
He shares some significant insights on how our body organizes movement in response to a positive or negative mindset, as well as why resisting any nerves before getting up to the tee isn’t good for their game and what they should do instead. We hear about his work with Lee Westwood, how he’s help Lee play with much more flow the past few seasons. You’ll learn how to...2022-03-2432 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsKarl Morris: Coaching a Context MindsetKarl Morris, founder of The Mind Factor, sits down with Coach Will Robins to clarify how to change your coaching so it aligns with the context and environment of the game so your players get better.
Karl’s focus on integrating the mind and game technique has helped many Tour Players and Juniors over the years and he’s now teaching coaches how to do the same for their players. In the first of our two-part interview he shares the first few steps of how he starts the process with players, the most important elem...2022-03-1727 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsScott Fawcett: Stop Trying SO Hard (part 2)
Welcome back to the second part of our interview with DECADE Founder, Scott Fawcett. Coach Will Robins and Scott discuss to stop trying so hard to make putts and instead start by focusing on “not sucking” will lead to getting the results you or your player deserves.
The numbers-based strategy and system of DECADE comes from Scott’s three math degrees, playing professional golf, and playing poker for a living. We dive into the success he’s seen by combining DECADE with psychology. Scott shares countless examples as well as advice on how to conserve mental ene...2021-11-0939 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsScott Fawcett: Stop Coaching These 3 Mistakes
Scott Fawcett, founder of DECADE golf, shares how his experience and a sequence of events led to working with Will Zalatoris and the creation of a renowned course management system DECADE. In three months, Zalatoris went from ranking 3300 in Junior Golf to 3rd in World Amateurs. Fawcett shares the best advice he gave Will on their first tour together, the significance of systemizing decision making for Junior Golfers, how economics, finance, logic, playing poker and Mark Brodie’s insights of shot game statistics have shaped his success. He also shares the three fundamentals mistakes that you shouldn’t let...2021-11-0241 min
GolfWell PodcastAkshay Bhatia: The Journey to Playing Pro at 17Tony has Tour Player, Akshay Bhatia, on the show this week. Tony shares what really stood out to him about Akshay. They talk about his journey and choices with turning Pro at 17 years old. The uncharted challenges he struggled with and how he’s worked through them the past two years. He talks about the amazing coaches that have helped on the journey, and what he’s learned from playing with some of the greatest in the game: Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm, Bill Haas, Bryson DeChambeau and many more.2021-10-1424 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsVJ Trolio: Developing Junior Golfers for Success (part 2)
Our second episode with Coach VJ Trolio, is full of candid conversations about his personal experience of knowing what to say as a parent and a coach, the major shift he needed with his teaching. He shares how he got stuck in his own trap and the invaluable help from Coach Will Robins to reevaluate and refocus.
If you liked this episode, make sure to check out his book “Only One Shot: Creating a Disciplined, Defined and Loving Environment for Junior Golfers”. For your chance to win a free copy of VJ Trol...2021-08-1722 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsVJ Trolio: Developing Juniors for Success
Author, Coach and golf parent, VJ Trolio, discusses with Coach Will Robins how he balances coaching and parenting. Both of his sons are on the path to the elite level; with Cohen recently playing in the USGA final.
VJ also explains his coaching philosophy, the importance of sequence, timing and force and the difference in practice structures for his high school, college and professional players. He offers some key insights for coaches in developing juniors. If you liked this episode, make sure to come back next week for part two, and enter to win a free...2021-08-1023 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsWarren Bottke: Coaching Juniors into Elite Players (part 2)
We’re back with Warren Bottke, for further insight on how to develop juniors into elite golfers. He shares incredible stories from coaching Brooks Koepka, how he became a coach and the amazing experiences he’s had due to golf and coaching players of all levels.
His own journey has shaped the way he helps players and parents navigate the many options of a successful golf career. He gives insight to the keys to longevity for juniors and coaches, the value of being a part of the PGM program and three keys to being a grea...2021-08-0319 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsWarren Bottke: Coaching Juniors into Elite Golfers
We’re bringing you two episodes with star coach, Warren Bottke, to talk about developing juniors into elite golfers. Warren has been coaching for 48 years, his accolades and successful players, i.e. four time major champion, Brooks Koepka, speak to his expertise.
In this first episode, Warren shares his strategies that result in improvement and longevity from 10 years old to getting them ready for Division 1. This episode is jam-packed with key advice for setting expectations, having positive parent/student relationships and the three levels of bringing a player to their greatest potential. Come back next we...2021-07-2623 min
GolfWell PodcastScience Behind the Swing w/ Michael JacobsMichael Jacobs - 50 Best Teacher in America by Golf Digest, and top 100 Teacher in America by Golf Magazine; shares his journey, with Tony Ruggiero to creating his own research software and what the Jacobs 3D team is working on now. Teaching for 22 years, Michael explains how his focus changed and the 2 steps to becoming a great coach if you’re just starting out. Tony and Michael also discuss the culture of golf instruction and the great modern debate of pushing vs. pulling on the back of the shaft and so much more.2021-07-1628 min
GolfWell PodcastIntegrating Athletics into Golf Training w/ Shaun WebbThis week’s guest is Shaun Webb - he’s a top 100 teacher, been coaching for 20 years and has achieved great success with his business Athletic Motion Golf.
Athletic Motion Golf integrates other sports' exercises and drills to golf instruction. He also studies the commonalities of great players to incorporate and improve the uniqueness of each student. Tony and Shaun share four different similarities of great players, they also talk about what it takes to become a successful coach. This episode is loaded with great teaching techniques and experience.2021-07-1333 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsWalter Chun: What it takes to become a Division I golfer
Will Robins sits down with Walter Chun, the Head Coach of Men’s Golf at Cal. Walter first joined the Bears as a player in 1997, being a two-time team captain who competed three times at the NCAA West Regional, once at the NCAA championship and qualified for the U.S. Amateur Championships in 1999 and 2002. Since then, he ascended through the ranks of the Cal Golf Program over 19 seasons; eventually taking the reins as head coach in 2016.
Walter provides immense insight on the highly competitive standards of qualifying for a Division 1 school. He shares three characteristics he...2021-06-2451 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsChris Mayson: Developing Elite Players – Part 2
We jump right into the second part of our interview with Chris Mayson. We hear his key points of focus and the exercises he uses right before a tournament. Plus, he explains his perfect lesson, what he’s learned on tour and three things that ever listener should do in practice. If you missed the first part to this interview, Chris is coming straight off of K.H. Lee’s, PGA Tour Win. Chris is candid and transparent of his process, struggles and and what he’s working towards – an amazing, insightful interview!
If you...2021-06-0232 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsChris Mayson: How to Develop Elite Players
Chris Mayson, Coach of K.H. Lee PGA Tour Winner, shares how to develop elite players with us. We hear how he went from setting a goal to making it happen. He speaks candidly on his process, how he keeps growing, what he looks for in players that he coaches now.
This is loaded with information for coaches at every stage in their career – if there’s one thing you do for your growth today, listen to this interview!
If you’re looking to put these ideas into action, check out Will R...2021-05-2524 min
GolfWell PodcastAttention of Focus - External vs. Internal CuesWe sit down with Luke Benoit, a renowned instructor and Founder of Ryp Golf, the inventor of Rypstick, a speed training tool. He's done interesting work in the fields of attention of focus and learning. There's tons of GREAT info to help you train and play better.2021-03-2431 min
The Graff Golf PodcastUnderstanding a Great Golfer’s Mindset With Cordie WalkerIn this episode of The Club, Cordie Walker of the Golf Science Lab podcast joins the show to talk about what separates a great player from a good player, how golf continues to evolve into a more dynamically athletic pursuit and some of the best lessons he's learned from top coaches, mental gurus and players. 2021-03-1930 min
GolfWell PodcastImprove Your Ball Striking (Week 3)This week we have the pleasure of sitting down with Trillium Rose. She shares her perspective on the foundations of great ball striking, helping her players understand their unique tendencies, the value of saving the data, making the most of feedback and having a go-to shot.
Trillium is the Director of Instruction at Woodmont Country Club in Rockville, Maryland and she’s been recognized by Golf Digest as one of “The 50 Best Teachers in America,” and a “Top 50 Master Kids Teacher” by U.S. Kids Golf. This episode is FULL of fantastic information.2021-03-1834 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructors3 Fundamentals of Success with Tony Ruggiero (Part Two)
Welcome back to the second part of our conversation with Top 50 instructor, Tony Ruggiero. We talk in greater detail on the value of always learning and having a team of different perspectives will make you a better coach. Tony also shares the greatest lessons that shaped his coaching journey. Each offers insightful perspective for every coach!
If you’re looking to put these ideas into action, check out Will Robins’ Monday Mastermind. It’s free training for growing your business and simple steps to better coaching results.
The post 3...2021-03-1723 min
GolfWell PodcastUsing Stress for Better PracticeBrady Riggs joins Tony Ruggiero from our partner podcast, The Tour Coach. Brady has been recognized as a Top 100 Teacher for the past 13 years, and was inducted into the Southern California PGA Teaching Hall of Fame, in 2017. Alongside of coaching Tour Players, he's added Director of Instruction at Hualalai Golf Hale. Tony and Brady talk in depth about his practice strategies - 'Combine-arama', and utilizing stress - as well as the evolution of teaching.2021-03-1033 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructors3 Fundamentals of Success with Tony Ruggiero (Part One)
Will Robins has Top 50 Instructor, Tony Ruggiero, share the three main keys to his success. Tony shares the incredible obstacles he’s gone through, the greatest lessons he’s learned and what you really need to be focusing on with building a successful business.
He had so much great information to share we’ve made two episodes. So pull up a seat and enjoy part one of our very candid conversation.
If you’re looking to put these ideas into action, check out Monday Mastermind. It’s free train...2021-03-0428 min
GolfWell PodcastWhat is collaborative coaching and is it effective?Drew Steckel sits down with our partner, Tour Coach with Tony Ruggiero. Drew has been recognized as one of the Best Young Coaches by Golf Digest - he shares his journey to coaching Tour Players and his keys to being a great coach. Tony and Drew talk in depth about being on tour, what are the most effective ways of coaching.2021-02-1734 min
GolfWell PodcastImprove Your Ball Striking [Week 2]This week we talked to Mike Malaska about what is good Ball Striking. He shares three super specific ways that you can improve your ball striking in practice. This discussion has tons of insight, great stories, helpful tools for you to check out.
Use our discount code GSL for $75 off links.rapsodo.com/gsl-website-mlm-75off2021-01-1533 min
GolfWell Podcast3 Ways to Improve Your Ball StrikingWe are kicking off a new series today; it's all about ball striking. How can we do that more effectively? We have tons of accessibility to feedback with golf technology, but how do we use it to improve our ball striking. To kick off this series, we have Tony Ruggiero sharing what he is paying attention to when it comes to his Tour Pros and their ball striking - full of great info.
Use our discount code GSL for $75 off http://links.rapsodo.com/gsl-website-mlm-75off2021-01-0831 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsDave Phillips: you NEED to be creative in building a business
Dave Phillips is one of the most sought after golf instructors in the country, he’s rated one of the Top 100 Teachers in the country by Golf Magazine and Top 50 by Golf Digest. He’s a Class A and faculty member of the PGA of America, a Co-Founder of TPI, Titleist Performance Institute and works with elite players such as John Rahm, Jordan Spieth and many others.
TPI was developed with the goal of creating the world’s first true golf performance facility that looked at every aspect of a players game, f...2020-12-1743 min
GolfWell PodcastRESEARCH: Insights into Virtual Reality and Golf PracticeWe talk with Dr. David Harris who works at the University of Exeter in the UK, he’s a researcher in psychology and specifically interested in skill acquisition. He's done a lot of research in the world of VR, and has some conducted studies on quiet eye with VR equipment, and experimented with using VR as a way to practice. He offers insightful and relevant conclusions in terms of technology and sports.2020-12-0417 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsLynn Marriott and Pia Nilsson: Creating a Foundation for Success
Vision54 Founders, Lynn Marriott and Pia Nilsson, join us this week. Together they’re internationally recognized, two of the highest ranked female instructors in America, and are regularly featured among Golf Digest’s Top 50 Greatest Teachers. Their golf school has received “Best Golf School in America” on multiple occasions, and their coaching has gleaned well over one hundred players tour victories for the LPGA Tour, PGA Tour, European Tour, Ladies European Tour, and Japan Tour. Lynn and Pia have coached nine different major winners and four #1 ranked players in the world.
They share in...2020-12-0443 min
GolfWell PodcastChris Como talks Coaching Tour Players with Tony RuggieroOur Partner, Tour Coach with Tony Ruggiero had the chance to sit down with Chris Como. Como shares what he's learned from his coaching career, why Bryson and him work well together, his favorite players to watch, and what he does first when working with a new tour player.2020-11-1924 min
GolfWell PodcastMasters Week with Chris O'Connell, Jamie Mulligan and Jeff SmithMasters Roundtable with three amazing coaches: Jeff Smith, he works with Viktor Hovland, Chris O'Connell, who works with Matt Kuchar and Jamie Mulligan who works with Patrick Cantlay.
They each have a ton of insights into how they're preparing for the masters - what they're doing beforehand, what they're doing there while on-site and some insights in strategy, jam packed with insights.2020-11-1047 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsMartin Chuck: From Director of Golf to selling 180,000+ training aids
This week we talk with Martin Chuck – he’s a top 50 instructor, and has created one of the most successful tools and academies out there. Martin gives us a deep look at his experience from starting out to what his weeks look like now. He explains the mentality it took to get there, and how he overcame his biggest hurdles.
He specifically emphasizes the greatest lessons he’s learned in building his business – being dedicated to excellence and building a great relationship with your audience.
“The one thing that would be th...2020-11-0247 min
GolfWell PodcastRESEARCH: Quiet Eye's Direct Correlation to Better PuttingThis installment is part two of our conversation with Gal Ziv. If you didn’t catch the first part, make sure you go back and give it a listen – there’s some really interesting stuff we talk about that’s sure to pique your curiosity.
Today, we’re going to talk about gaze behavior and the quiet eye.
The quiet eye as described by Gal, is “the final fixation on a specific area in your visual field before a critical movement.” In golf, this is usually your last look at the ball before you hit a shot. Gal’s research has found that t...2020-10-3022 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsMichael Breed: The #1 thing YOU need to do to be Successful
Will Robins sits down with Michael Breed. He shares how he’s built his career, the lessons that have transformed his perspectives, and the mental hurdles that he’s had to continually outwork.
Listen in to their insightful discussion on what makes the most successful coaches and business people, getting clear on what type of golf instructor you want to become, taking on challenges and how to separate yourself from everybody else.
Have questions and want some guidance during this time? Coach Will Robins has offered his time...2020-10-2234 min
GolfWell PodcastRESEARCH: Do your expectations ACTUALLY impact your results?In this installment of the GSL podcast, we’re going to take a deep dive into research as it pertains to golf and human behavior. As you know, we’re firm believers in data, backed by science. Our goal is to deliver it to you in a way that helps you better understand the game of golf and play your best.
We’re privileged to be joined by Gal Ziv who has done a lot of work on “gaze behavior and enhanced or diminished expectancies.”
This conversation is being broken down into two parts. In this first part, we’re going to exp...2020-10-2219 min
GolfWell PodcastSean Foley: Most Candid Coaching Conversation You'll HearWe're sharing an episode from Tour Coach. Tonny Ruggiero and Sean Foley discuss candidly about how quickly coaching and pro golf is changing.2020-10-1550 min
GolfWell PodcastACCURACY... How do you find it?Adam Young, Jon Sherman, and Cordie Walker have a practical conversation about gaining accuracy in your golf game and what it actually means.2020-09-1843 min
GolfWell PodcastSwing your own swing?!? Adam Young + Jon Sherman of Practical GolfAdam Young (author of Practice Manual) and Jon Sherman of Practical Golf join host Cordie Walker for a Q&A session around "swing your own swing".2020-07-0336 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsHow top instructors are coaching during the COVID-19 situationJoin coaches from all over the world as we discuss what they’re doing and how they’re helping students even when they can’t teach in person.
In this time of insanity that we understand the importance of staying calm. To have a clear vision and be leaders to our players.
We need to learn from the past and hear from the successes of others during time of crisis.
Have questions and want some guidance during this time? Coach Will Robins has offered his time to help anyone that w...2020-04-081h 01GOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsWill You Be Ready When Your Course Re-Opens?Join Coach Will Robins on a live call with golf coaches from all over the world as they talk about how they’re dealing with the COVID-19 situation.
In this time of insanity that we understand the importance of staying calm. To have a clear vision and be leaders to our players.
We need to learn from the past and hear from the successes of others during time of crisis.
Have questions and want some guidance during this time? Coach Will Robins has offered his time to help anyone th...2020-03-3100 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsWhat We’re Learning About Overcoming Struggles as Golf Instructors
Will Robins talks about what they’ve learned so far about what to do during COVID-19 pandemic as golf instructors. Listen in and reach out if you have questions.
In this time of insanity that we understand the importance of staying calm. To have a clear vision and be leaders to our players.
We need to learn from the past and hear from the successes of others during time of crisis.
Have questions and want some guidance during this time? Coach Will Robins has offered his time to h...2020-03-241h 09GOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsAdvice for Golf Instructors During the Coronavirus
In this time of insanity that we understand the importance of staying calm. To have a clear vision and be leaders to our players.
We need to learn from the past and hear from the successes of others during time of crisis.
Have questions and want some guidance during this time? Coach Will Robins has offered his time to help anyone that wants to talk. His email is will@rgxcoach.com or his personal cell phone 916-742-7785.
The post Advice for Golf Instructors During the Coronavirus...2020-03-1717 min
GolfWell PodcastHow to get your PGA Tour card BACK [TOUR COACH]Join host, Cordie Walker as he sits down with Tony Ruggiero, Tom Lovelady, and Jackson Koert after a day of work at Frederica Golf Club talking about the realities of playing golf for a living and what makes it so difficult.2020-02-2841 min
The Secrets to Winning with Dr. Bhrett McCabeCordie Walker: How to Create Winning Online ContentOn this week's episode of The Secrets to Winning, I sat down with Entrepreneur and Founder of Golf Science Lab Cordie Walker to talk how to create content that sells...and wins! When creating great content, there are a number of different rules you need to follow if you are going to create excellent, stand alone content. There are 5, specifically, that Cordie talks about in this episode that are proven to get a ton of views.2020-02-2828 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsHow to Grow a Coaching Business as a Head Professional at a Private Club
For many Head Golf Professionals, it’s all too easy to be stuck in the office. Their time is pulled in so many different directions that they don’t have time to teach and increase their revenue. Today we talk about how to balance the demands of a head professional and growing a thriving coaching business.
Looking for additional resources to revolutionize your golf instruction business and learn how to guarantee results for golfers?
Learn more from Will Robins here.
Besides time, a major objection that Head Prof...2019-12-1924 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsHow to Become a Successful Elite Golf Coach w/ VJ Trolio
When you walk into the teaching studio at Old Waverly Golf Club in Westpoint, Mississippi, you’ll notice a large chalkboard with the words “What you do is not who you are and, who you are is not what you do.” Today’s podcast guest, VJ Trolio shares honest open conversations about being an instructor and what has worked (and what hasn’t) for him over his career.
Looking for additional resources to revolutionize your golf instruction business and learn how to guarantee results for golfers?
Learn more from Will Robins...2019-12-0628 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsHow to Build a Profitable Thriving Junior Program you LOVE
In this episode of Golf in the Life, Will Robins sits down with Riley Andrews to discuss his journey from struggling on mini tours, to running one of the most successful junior academies in the country. If you’re a golf instructor looking to build a thriving, profitable junior program you need to listen into what Riley has done growing his academy.
Will and Riley discuss the nuts and bolts of running a successful junior academy.
Where to find quality coaches.
How to structure your academy in a way that promotes lon...2019-11-0730 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsBiggest Mistakes I’ve Made in my own Golf Instruction Business
Join host Will Robins as he talks with his head coach at their Sacramento facility, Jared Butts about the biggest mistakes Will has made in his own business.
Jared joined the WR Golf organization about 8 years ago, helping Will grow the junior program to 150+ kids on a weekly basis.
Will and Jared talk about all the biggest mistakes that go along with growing a junior coaching program.
Problems every golf instructor has probably ran into like, dealing with excused and unexcused absences, allowing free sessions, letting students...2019-10-1932 min
GolfWell Podcast[UNEDITED] Derek Ingram: Why Canada has more players than ever on the PGA Tour[UNEDITED] Derek Ingram: Why Canada has more players than ever on the PGA Tour by Cordie Walker2019-10-1048 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsHow to create extremely dedicated students and a thriving coaching community
You’re giving great golf lessons however students keep coming back with the same issues and not shooting lower scores. What do you do?
Sara had hit the burn out point and was tired of standing on the range for 50+ hours a week. She wanted to find the enjoyment in what she was doing again.
We learn from Sara how she’s transitioned her business at a private golf club in Naples, Florida. Sara describes how she’s built a thriving coaching community and created raving fans who refer clients and ca...2019-07-0823 minGOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructorsHow a Golf Coach made $44,350 in 5 months
Today we tell the story of Dave DePula as he’s created a thriving coaching business getting real results for players transitioning from his previous career as a real estate broker with a 7 handicap.
Looking for a new facility? Dave tells the story of how he went from crowded driving range with 15 other instructors to a fantastic golf club. There are always ways to think outside the box and find new opportunities if you’re willing to get out there and ASK.
As a successful real estate broker Dave had...2019-06-1823 min
On the Mark Golf PodcastCordie Walker on Positive Practice Plans and a Beneficial Mindset for GolfCordie Walker is the founder of "Golf Science Lab". Between his blogs and his podcasts he documents happenings in golf research, and beyond that what can help you play your best golf when it counts. He joins "On the Mark" to share his insights on what a positive and beneficial practice regimen and/or session entails. Among practice topics he shares a few "Practice Plans" and elaborates on Swing Pace, Skill Acquisition, and Swing Development. He also addresses mindfulness and environmental and personal awareness for faster and more lasting improvements. 2019-06-1251 min
GolfWell Podcast111mph to 119mph club head speed in 3 golf swings w/ Dr Sasho MacKenzieHow can someone see a massive jump in club head speed in just 3 golf swings!?! We dive into a case study of how Dr Sasho MacKenzie helped Golf Science Lab host Cordie Walker do just that.
Watch the video here https://youtu.be/z3V8doDTXhc2019-04-2527 min
GolfWell PodcastThe real reason GETTING BETTER is so difficult w/ Dr Mark GuadagnoliThe real reason GETTING BETTER is so difficult w/ Dr Mark Guadagnoli by Cordie Walker2018-10-0538 min
The Secrets to Winning with Dr. Bhrett McCabeThe Science Of Golf: Golf's Future With Cordie WalkerOn this week's edition of the "Exploring The MindSide" podcast, Dr. Bhrett McCabe sits down for a chat with Cordie Walker. Cordie is the founder of the Golf Science Lab. It's a platform and educational place where you can come to learn how to perform better. It's goal is to help bring to light golf-related research in an understandable and practical way to help people learn and perform more effectively. We enjoyed having Cordie in The MindSide office in Birmingham, and we hope you enjoy listening to this podcast. You can also listen...2018-06-0559 min
GolfWell PodcastQuick Questions with Bob LamkinQuick Questions with Bob Lamkin by Cordie Walker2018-05-2903 min
GolfWell PodcastThe Problem with "Perfect Practice Makes Perfect"The Problem with "Perfect Practice Makes Perfect" by Cordie Walker2018-04-0524 min
Breaking Par with Bernard SheridanBreaking Par with Bernard Sheridan 166 Cordie Walker This week on Breaking Par with Bernard Sheridan we speak with the Founder of The Golf Science Lab podcast Cordie Walker of Golf Science Lab podcast. Cordie is growing the game of golf through his interviews on golf and helping golfers and coaches learn more about the the game and ways to improve. Today Cordie talks about what he has been doing to help inform his audience about all that is really going on in golf technology and ways to improve in the game we all love. Contact http://golfsciencelab.com/ 2018-02-0528 min
GolfWell PodcastHow to get BETTER FASTER w/ Corey Lundberg & Matt WilsonHow to get BETTER FASTER w/ Corey Lundberg & Matt Wilson by Cordie Walker2017-06-2935 min
GolfWell Podcast4.11 Why Are Pressure Mats and Force Plates so Popular?4.11 Why Are Pressure Mats and Force Plates so Popular? by Cordie Walker2017-04-2820 min
GolfWell Podcast4.7 What Makes a Good Putter Good? w/ Dr Rob Neal4.7 What Makes a Good Putter Good? w/ Dr Rob Neal by Cordie Walker2017-03-2427 min
GolfWell Podcast4.6 Let’s Talk About Pressure Shift Instead of Weight Shift4.6 Let’s Talk About Pressure Shift Instead of Weight Shift by Cordie Walker2017-03-1716 min
GolfWell PodcastThe Truth About SINGLE LENGTH IRONS w/ David EdelThe Truth About SINGLE LENGTH IRONS w/ David Edel by Cordie Walker2017-01-2036 min
GolfWell PodcastBONUS - Introducing Game Like Training RadioHear the Golf Science Lab's latest show. Hosts Matthew Cooke and Cordie Walker are dedicating an entire show to learning and practice so that you can play your best game on the golf course instead of on the range. Because the topic of learning is so under explored, Matt and Cordie are going to explore more effective and efficient training environments, have conversations with experts in the field, and also dive into research papers on different topics related to golf training.2016-08-1833 min
GolfWell Podcast1.9 Find Your Best Challenge Point with Dr Mark Guadagnoli and Dr Chris Bertram1.9 Find Your Best Challenge Point with Dr Mark Guadagnoli and Dr Chris Bertram by Cordie Walker2015-11-1218 min