Practice Master Class Program

We help you and your golfers solve the practice transfer problem.

Practice Thinkers Masterclass for Coaches
Sale Price: £799.00 Original Price: £999.00

+ Bonus Courses

BONUS COURSE 1 - Swing Changes

BONUS COURSE 2 - Consequences in Practice

What is the Practice Transfer Problem?

In a recent study by Rahman looking at over 30 years of research on transfer of practice to performance they found what is called a transfer problem.

He found that only 15 - 30 % of practice in 30 years of research transferred to performance.

Accordingly, what was found in this study is the most positive shifts in solving the transfer problem in the last 20 years has been the movement towards the study of real practice environments, practice environments that simulate performance.

Solving the Transfer Problem

This course is all about helping you discover how to solve the transfer problem.

Optimise the practice environments for your golfers.

Transferring Practice to Performance…

A stand alone online course for golf coaches that helps optimise your group and individual practice time.

Done at your own pace

WHAT COACHES ARE SAYING ABOUT THE PRACTICE MASTERCLASS

  • "This course is fantastic for coaches at all levels! Whether working with beginners or more advanced players, you'll gain invaluable insights on how to plan challenging and engaging practice sessions. As a newer coach, I found this course extremely beneficial!"

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    Simon Dyson

    6 Time Winner on the European Tour

  • "This course has been a game-changer! My students are already seeing the benefits of the improved training strategies I've implemented. If you're a coach committed to continuous improvement and getting the most out of your players, this course is essential."

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    Dan Merrell

    Head of Coaching and Player Development @ Penn State University

  • "You'll gain invaluable insights on how to plan challenging and engaging practice sessions. The course will upgrade your understanding of practice concepts and encourage you to re-examine your approach. If you're serious about taking your coaching to the next level, this is it!"

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    Erin Thorne

    Head Women’s Golf Coach of Kennesaw State University Athletics

  • "I used to think my practice sessions were decent, but this course made me realize I was leaving a lot of potential on the table. It helped me understand how to make training more focused and purposeful, which has already translated to better results for my players. Highly recommend this course for any coach looking to level up!"

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    Keir McNicoll

    Head Coach Carnoustie Golf Links

  • "This course made me feel part of a global community of forward-thinking golf coaches. It presents the latest scientific research in a way that's immediately applicable to my coaching. Get ready to question your old methods – in the best way possible! This course has sparked a journey of continuous learning!"

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    Daniel Whyley

    Golf Coach @ Royal Melbourne GC

  • "Stuart and Peter are incredibly knowledgeable about practice design, and their passion for sharing that knowledge is evident. They explain complex concepts clearly and make the course engaging. If you're looking to deepen your understanding of how to create effective training sessions, this course is a must!"

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    Jeff Isler

    Founder and President of Jeff Isler Golf

What is in the Practice Master Class Course?

Practice Knowledge

  • Optimize Time and Ensure Effective Practice for Your Golfers

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    Overview:

    "Practice Basics " offers golf coaches a revolutionary approach to training that guarantees time is not just spent but invested wisely. This module provides you with the tools needed to ensure practices are effective and directly contribute to performance improvements on the course and in competition,

    Key Benefits for You:

    Maximize Every Minute:

    - Streamlined Practice Sessions: Implement scientifically designed practice schedules that focus on quality over quantity, ensuring each session brings your golfers closer to their peak performance.

    - Effective Time Management: Reduce the hours spent on unproductive practice exercises with our targeted practice strategies that are proven to foster skill development and adaptability.

    Direct Practice to Performance Transfer:

    - Enhanced Skill Transfer: Learn how to structure practice sessions that enhance the transfer of skills from practice to competitive play, boosting your golfers' confidence and consistency under pressure.

    - Problem-Solving Tools: Equip yourself with knowledge and techniques that solve the common problem of practice-to-performance gaps, ensuring your coaching leads to tangible results on the course.

    Module Features:

    Practical Training Modules:

    - Explore the intricacies of blocked and random practice and how these methods can be tailored to prepare golfers more effectively for competition.

    - Gain insights into creating practice scenarios that mimic game-day conditions, enhancing the transfer of skills.

    Supportive Resources:

    - Quick-Reference Guides: Access easy-to-use templates and guides that make applying new knowledge simple and straightforward.

    - Expert-Led Q&A Sessions: Engage in discussions with Stuart and Pete to refine your application of course teachings and troubleshoot any challenges.

    Community and Expertise:

    - Professional Network: Join a community of like-minded coaches who are committed to improving their coaching effectiveness.

    - Continuous Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing updates and the latest research in practice to keep your coaching practice state-of-the-art.

    Addressing Key Coaching Challenges:

    - Efficient and Effective Practice Design: Overcome the challenge of wasted practice time with methodologies designed to maximize the effectiveness of each session.

    - Guaranteed Performance Improvement: Apply proven strategies that not only improve practice efficiency but also ensure that these improvements are reflected in competitive performance.

  • Ensure Every Practice Session Counts by Mastering Effective Practice Design

    Overview: The "Framework for Practice Design" course equips you with advanced strategies to save time and guarantee that each practice session efficiently translates into enhanced performance on the course. This course addresses the crucial gap many coaches face: ensuring practice improvements carry over into actual game performance.

    Key Benefits for Coaches:

    ·  Enhanced Efficiency in Practice:

    Learn to utilize time more effectively by focusing on practice designs that target specific performance goals.

    Reduce wasted effort on less effective practice techniques, focusing instead on methods proven to yield results.

    ·  Improved Transfer of Skills:

    Strategies to ensure that skills developed in practice are effectively transferred to competitive situations.

    Techniques for simulating real-game conditions during practice, which prepare athletes for the pressures and challenges of tournaments.

    ·  Customizable Practice Scenarios:

    Access to templates and frameworks that can be customized to address the unique needs of different golfers.

    Ability to create diverse practice environments that mimic the variability athletes will face in actual competitions.

    ·  Strategic Emotional and Psychological Preparation:

    Tools for integrating emotional and psychological challenges into practice sessions, which are crucial for performance under pressure.

    Preparation techniques that not only enhance physical skills but also build mental toughness and strategic thinking.

    ·  Access to Expert Knowledge and Community:

    Regular Q&A sessions with experts in the field provide ongoing support and refinement of coaching practices.

    Opportunities to connect with a network of professional coaches, fostering an environment of continuous learning and sharing of best practices.

    ·  Practical Application and Real-World Examples:

    Detailed case studies and practical examples that illustrate successful practice strategies.

    Direct application tips for implementing learned strategies into daily coaching routines.

  • Develop, Train, Perform Practice Framework

    The DTP Practice Framework provides a structured approach to golf coaching, focusing on optimizing practice design to enhance the transfer of skills from training to competitive environments. Here’s an outline of the key benefits provided by the course:

    Structured Approach to Practice:

    Implements a Develop, Train, Perform (DTP) model that strategically cycles through phases of skill acquisition, enhancement, and execution.

    Ensures that practice sessions are purposefully aligned with the golfer’s competitive schedule and development needs.

    Enhanced Skill Transfer:

    Focuses on effective methods to ensure that skills learned and refined during practice are reliably transferred to competitive settings.

    Reduces the gap between practice performance and tournament execution, increasing the golfer's consistency and confidence under pressure.

    Adaptive Training Plans:

    Provides adaptable strategies that can be tailored to the specific demands and progress of each golfer, promoting individualized development.

    Adjusts training interventions dynamically to match the golfer’s readiness and competitive demands.

    Time and Resource Efficiency:

    Optimizes both coach and athlete time by focusing on high-impact practices that lead to tangible improvements.

    Minimizes wasted effort on less effective training methods, thereby conserving energy and resources.

    Comprehensive Educational Resources:

    Offers detailed insights into the science of periodization and its application in golf, enhancing the coach's theoretical and practical knowledge.

    Includes case studies, practical examples, and templates that simplify the implementation of the DTP framework in daily coaching routines.

    These benefits collectively aim to transform coaching practices by providing a scientifically-backed framework that not only enhances the effectiveness of practice sessions but also ensures these sessions contribute directly to performance outcomes in competitive golf.

Practice Application

  • Develop, Train, Perform Practice Framework Application

    This module provides a practical, tailored approach to training, focusing on the Develop, Train, Perform Practice Framework to enhance your coaching and golfer performance. Here's an outline of the key benefits provided by the course:

    Practical Implementation Tools:

    Offers practical tools, such as color-coded training phases and detailed scheduling, to simplify the application of complex training principles.

    Includes templates and examples that demonstrate the practical implementation of the DTP framework in various coaching scenarios.

    Real-Time Application and Feedback:

    Integrates real-time adjustments and feedback within training sessions, promoting immediate improvement and adaptation.

    Enables a dynamic training environment where changes can be implemented quickly based on ongoing assessment and golfer feedback.

    Focus on Tournament Preparation and Execution:

    Specifically focuses on preparing golfers for tournaments by back-planning from tournament dates to ensure peak performance when it matters most.

    Teaches how to balance training loads and taper appropriately as competitions approach, enhancing performance longevity and reducing the risk of injury.

    Structured Training Framework:

    Utilizes a systematic approach that categorizes training into Development, Training, and Performance phases, each designed to optimize specific aspects of a golfer's skills and readiness.

    Guides coaches on when and how to apply different training intensities and focuses, which align with the golfer's competition schedule and development stage.

    Enhanced Skill Adaptation and Performance:

    Ensures skills developed during the 'Develop' phase are effectively translated into real-world performance through targeted training and performance strategies.

    Helps golfers adapt their skills to competitive environments, significantly improving their ability to perform under pressure.

    Customizable and Dynamic Application:

    Provides flexibility in the application of training strategies, allowing for adjustments based on the golfer's progress, specific needs, and feedback.

    Empowers coaches to tailor the framework to the individual, considering each golfer's strengths, weaknesses, and competitive calendar.

  • Practice Games Templates

    A depot of template practice games and exercises for you to try with your golfers

    Develop Games (Green)

    Practice games templates designed to develop the skill of your golfers at the right time.

    Train Games

    Practice Game Templates that simulate the performance, sometimes under pressure.

    Perform Games

    Practice Games Templates that get your players to Perform like they would in tournament play.

+ Bonus Courses

  • Bonus Course 1 – Swing Changes

    Focusing on practical strategies for you to guide your players through effective swing changes:

    First Principles Approach to Swing Changes:

    Emphasizes understanding the core mechanics of how the club face and grip influence the swing path. This approach aids you and your golfers in making intuitive adjustments that naturally improve the swing without over-complication.

    Simplification of Complex Swing Corrections:

    Provides methods for addressing common swing faults with simple adjustments, reducing the need for extensive and often confusing changes.

    Direct Application in Tournament Settings:

    Offers strategies that can be directly applied in tournaments, ensuring that practice improvements translate into competitive advantage. You learn how to prepare golfers for the natural variability of their swing in tournaments.

    Practical Application and Real-Time Feedback:

    Includes actionable steps and feedback mechanisms that allow for immediate application and adjustment during practice sessions, ensuring that changes are effectively integrated into the golfer's technique.

    Customizable Training for Individual Golfers:

    Outlines adaptable training plans that can be customized to fit the specific needs and skill levels of different golfers, making it easier for coaches to address individual challenges and strengths.

    These benefits make the "Swing Changes" module a comprehensive resource for you to enhance their effectiveness in teaching swing adjustments, focusing on fundamental principles, simplification, and direct applicability to competitive golf.

Bonus Course 1 - Swing Changes

Bonus Course 2 - Consequences

  • Bonus Course 2 – Consequences in Practice

    This bonus course teaches you targeted strategies for incorporating meaningful consequences into training sessions to enhance performance under pressure.

    Enhanced Emotional Engagement:

    Trains your golfers to perform under heightened emotional conditions, similar to those experienced in tournaments, by introducing personalized stakes and meaningful consequences to practice scenarios.

    Individualized Training Approaches:

    Customizes consequences to individual preferences and emotional triggers, ensuring that the training resonates with your golfers and effectively motivates them to improve.

    Improved Performance Under Pressure:

    Helps your golfers learn to cope with and excel under the pressure of meaningful stakes, enhancing their ability to execute during crucial moments in competition.

    Creative and Collaborative Practice Design:

    Involves your golfers in the creation of their training consequences, fostering a sense of ownership and commitment to the practice process, which can lead to more engaged and effective learning.

    Application of Psychological Principles:

    Utilizes psychological insights to craft practice conditions that mimic the tension and stakes of real tournaments, preparing golfers to handle stress and make crucial shots when it counts.

    Versatility in Training:

    Offers a range of consequence scenarios from simple motivational stakes like removing a favorite treat to more intense competitive scenarios involving peer observation and social stakes, providing a spectrum of emotional intensity to suit different training needs.

    Real-World Examples and Case Studies:

    Provides practical examples and stories, like the anecdote involving Jack Nicholson and Michael Jordan, illustrating how high stakes, that have meaning to those partaking, can dramatically increase focus and performance.

    Feedback and Adaptation:

    Encourages continuous feedback and adaptation of training consequences based on their effectiveness, ensuring that practices remain relevant and impactful for the golfer’s development.

Practice Thinkers Masterclass for Coaches
Sale Price: £799.00 Original Price: £999.00

Meet Stuart and Pete

  • Performance Director, Tour Coach + Academic

    Stuart’s current work is to support Swiss Golf as their Performance Director for the professional team, to assist Robert Macintyre and Bernd Wiesberger with their practice, whilst completing a Doctorate in Human Performance with the spotlight on Golf & Practice.

    Tour Level Experience

    Stuart has coached at all Majors in Golf, and at the Ryder cup. The work he does with professional golfers takes him all over the world.

    He is an Advanced member of the PGA of Great Britain and recognized by Golf Digest at one of the top international coaches.

    Having started his full-time coaching career under the guidance of David Leadbetter, he became ever more interested in the science of how we learn, skill acquisition, motor control and how we practice.

  • Pete is a practice coach with a Masters by Research in the learning and practice habits of European Tour Players.

    He has also co-authored two books on golf practice.

    One for Golf Coaches

    A Constraints-Led Approach to Golf Coaching

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    One for Golfers and Coaches

    Swing Like Tiger: A History Lesson on Tiger Wood’s Practice

    Pete works with all levels of golfer around the globe as a practice consultant.

Practice Master Class Program

What you get

🧠 Lessons at your own pace

💬 Private Discord Server for support

💡Practice Resource Library

💬 Community Platform

As a member, you'll join our Discord server, a space for connection with fellow members. Here, you'll find inspiration, practical advice, and a wealth of practice ideas.

Explore session recordings and a curated collection of articles, podcasts, documentaries, and research articles to continually expand your practice to performance horizons.

Our community thrives on pushing the boundaries of the ‘normal’ beliefs of practice in golf.

Boundaries informed by the learning sciences.

🧠 Join the Masterclass

Embrace the path of a becoming a wiser coach, where curiosity thrives, growth is nurtured, and practice enlightenment awaits.

Practice Thinkers Masterclass for Coaches
Sale Price: £799.00 Original Price: £999.00