New teaching concept to get underway at glorious Goodwood

Four of Britain’s leading sports specialists have combined their unique expertise to devise a totally new concept in golf teaching that is to be unveiled in November at the Goodwood Golf Academy.

The philosophy behind this comprehensive approach aims to focus on all aspects of a golfer’s DNA make up including technique, mental approach and fitness and all four specialists will deal with their particular area of expertise.

Olympic coach Steve Gent who has worked with gold medallist Sir Ben Ainslie will outline the importance of conditioning and golf screening to pupils and says: “Body mechanics and posture are essential for success in sport and none more so than in golf.”

Karen Francis, an acknowledged expert in the field of psychology and neuro-science who reached county standard at squash and golf, will explain the dynamics between basic technical ability and the mental aptitude needed for success and the way to acquire a solid mind set.

Christian Fogden brings the latest technology to the science of putting including the ultrasound sensory analysis of each putting stroke in which even the golfer’s smallest movements are recorded to develop improvement and training methods.

Ryan Fenwick, Goodwood’s PGA Professional, takes on the role of technical and tactical coach and his message to would-be pupils is simple: “To be the best, you have to train with the best.” He has worked with US Open Champion Justin Rose who is a regular visitor to the West Sussex resort and represents Goodwood (pictured) worldwide in an ambassadorial role.

Ryan added: “By bringing all these experts together we develop a holistic approach to playing golf instead of concentrating on separate aspects of the game.”

The teaching programme for November 9th is open to all golfers and is divided into one-hour sessions with each expert on their specialist subject and Ryan says:” In this way we can assess and bench mark a pupil’s current performance and build a plan for improvement.” Cost is £200 per person.

Each golfer will receive a comprehensive report of their findings and recommendations for their improvements.

*For further information contact Ryan Fenwick.ryan.fenwick@goodwood.com or call 07795564345