Junior Golf Schools (Ages 8-14)
Included are the FUNdamentals of putting, chipping, pitching and the full swing. Through fun games and exercises, any child ages 8-14 regardless of ability level will progress through these three 2-hour sessions. School concludes with a playing experience. Bring your own equipment or equipment will be provided. Presented by Brad Pluth, US Kids Top 50 Junior Instructor
Tuition: $99
http://adventuregolfacademy.uschedule.com/OnlineAppointments.aspx?View=EventDetails&eventoccurrenceid=147573 to register
Monday, June 30, 2014
Sunday, June 22, 2014
Golf as a game…
Golf is a game, and game should be fun! I think a lot of people forget that you're supposed to enjoy playing a game and not have to work at it! Let me rephrase that, I think Golfers need to learn how to enjoy the process rather than focus solely on the outcomes. There someone in my skills that you can learn through golf. Patience, how to handle adversity, focusing on the task at hand are a few immediate ones that come to mind.
Tension management and awareness. is something that I found coaching more and more this year. Tension is the biggest destroyer of any swinging motion.
Remember to stare at the target, and glance at the ball! One practice swing is enough, two is too many! Get out and have some fun!
Saturday, June 21, 2014
$99 Three Day Junior Golf School
Golf is fun!
Our Junior Golf schools are designed to introduce and develop skills for the new and intermediate golfers.
On the first day we cover what to carry in your bag along with teaching the fundamentals of putting, chipping and full swing.
Day two is full of games and activities that teach and train golfers putting, pitching along with different full swing shots.
Day three is where we get out on the course and apply the first two days learnings and teach rules and etiquette, course strategy, shot selection along with the social skills to enjoy their competitors company. Will also teach on course games including scramble, best ball, shamble, alternate shot with the emphasis on having fun and enjoying the process.
Visit www.GolfAchievement.com to register online or call 952 401-4653.
Junior Lesson Leagues
I came up with the idea of a junior lesson league eight years ago and still believe it's one of the best programs that we offer of my academies. We deliver four practice stations followed by nine holes or 18 holes of golf. We teach the fundamentals of putting, chipping, pitching, and full swing, in short 10 minute bursts I continue to build on each other from week to week. We also teach rules and etiquette on the course, course strategy and course management, along with physical literacy skills of running, jumping, kicking, throwing, pushing, pulling and striking. I believe in cross training because a lot of the elements you need to play any sport can be found in multiple sports. Sport specific training is a myth, that'll be covered in another blog post.
If you're looking for something more than just a Golf Link, check out our Junior lesson league's at Bluff Creek, Timber Creek along with Majestic Oaks. Or call us at 952/401-GOLF or you can find us online at www.GolfAchievement.com
US Kids Minneapolis Tour
Looking forward to another fun day at Oak Marsh! 51 boys and girls competing in age-specific brackets, on age-appropriate tees, with their family and friends enjoying the competitions !
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Check out our US Kids Local Tour, seven more events throughout Minneapolis this summer for kids 5-14!
Three reasons our kids tour is different:
1. Age appropriate tees
2. Caddies are encouraged
3. Chance to advance to play in regional, national and international events
View the schedule at http://www.uskidsgolf.com/tournaments/local/find-local-tour/284888/minneapolis
Three reasons our kids tour is different:
1. Age appropriate tees
2. Caddies are encouraged
3. Chance to advance to play in regional, national and international events
| Tournament | Event Date | Registration | Late Registration* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Marsh Golf Club | Jun 21, 2014 | Mar 16 - Jun 16 | Jun 17 - Jun 18 |
| Majestic Oaks Golf Club - Crossroads Course | Jul 1, 2014 | Mar 16 - Jun 26 | Jun 27 - Jun 28 |
| Majestic Oaks Golf Club - Signature Course | Jul 2, 2014 | Mar 16 - Jun 27 | Jun 28 - Jun 29 |
| Bent Creek Golf Club | Jul 7, 2014 | Mar 16 - Jul 2 | Jul 3 - Jul 4 |
| Faribault Golf & Country Club | Jul 14, 2014 | Mar 16 - Jul 9 | Jul 10 - Jul 11 |
| Timber Creek Golf Course | Aug 10, 2014 | Mar 16 - Aug 5 | Aug 6 - Aug 7 |
| Bunker Hills GC (Tour Championship) | Aug 19, 2014 | Mar 16 - Aug 14 | Aug 15 - Aug 16 |
View the schedule at http://www.uskidsgolf.com/tournaments/local/find-local-tour/284888/minneapolis
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
3 Yellow Roses
T-bone steaks, yellow roses and friendship READ THIS!!!! and then reread it. Especially the last part...
I walked into the grocery store not particularly interested in buying groceries. I wasn't hungry.. The pain of losing my husband of 57 years was still too raw. And this grocery store held so many sweet memories..
He often came with me and almost every time he'd pretend to go off and look for something special. I knew what he was up to. I'd always spot him walking down the aisle with the three yellow roses in his hands.
He knew I loved yellow roses. With a heart filled with grief, I only wanted to buy my few items and leave, but even grocery shopping was different since he had passed on.
Shopping for one took time, a little more thought than it had for two.
Standing by the meat, I searched for the perfect small steak and remembered how he had loved his steak.
Suddenly a woman came beside me. She was blonde, slim and lovely in a soft green pantsuit. I watched as she picked up a large package of T-bones, dropped them in her basket... hesitated, and then put them back. She turned to go and once again reached for the pack of steaks.
She saw me watching her and she smiled. 'My husband loves T-bones, but honestly, at these prices, I don't know.'
I swallowed the emotion down my throat and met her pale blue eyes.
'My husband passed away eight days ago,' I told her. Glancing at the package in her hands, I fought to control the tremble in my voice. 'Buy him the steaks. And cherish every moment you have together.'
She shook her head and I saw the emotion in her eyes as she placed the package in her basket and wheeled away
I turned and pushed my cart across the length of the store to the dairy products. There I stood, trying to decide which size milk I should buy. A Quart, I finally decided and moved on to the ice cream. If nothing else, I could always fix myself an ice cream cone.
I placed the ice cream in my cart and looked down the aisle toward the front. I saw first the green suit, then recognized the pretty lady coming towards me. In her arms she carried a package. On her face was the brightest smile I had ever seen! I would swear a soft halo encircled her blonde hair as she kept walking toward me, her eyes holding mine.
As she came closer, I saw what she held and tears began misting in my eyes.. 'These are for you,' she said and placed three beautiful long stemmed yellow roses in my arms. 'When you go through the line, they will know these are paid for.' She leaned over and placed a gentle kiss on my cheek, then smiled again. I wanted to tell her what she'd done, what the roses meant, but still unable to speak, I watched as she walked away as tears clouded my vision
I looked down at the beautiful roses nestled in the green tissue wrapping and found it almost unreal. How did she know? Suddenly the answer seemed so clear. I wasn't alone.
Oh, you haven't forgotten me, have you? I whispered, with tears in my eyes.. He was still with me, and she was his angel.
Every day be thankful for what you have and who you are.
(Please read all of this, it is really nice)
This is a simple request. If you appreciate life, send this to your friends, including the person that sent it to you.
Even though I clutch my blanket and growl when the alarm rings. Thank you, Lord, that I can hear. There are many who are deaf.
Even though I keep my eyes closed against the morning light as long as possible. Thank you, Lord , that I can see. Many are blind.
Even though I huddle in my bed and put off rising. Thank you, Lord, that I have the strength to rise. There are many who are bedridden.
Even though the first hour of my day is hectic, when socks are lost, toast is burned, tempers are short, and my children are so loud.
Thank you, Lord, for my family.. There are many who are lonely.
Even though our breakfast table never looks like the picture in magazines and the menu is at times unbalanced..
Thank you, Lord, for the food we have. There are many who are hungry.
Even though the routine of my job often is monotonous. Thank you, Lord, for the opportunity to work. There are many who have no job.
Even though I grumble and bemoan my fate from day to day and wish my circumstances were not so modest.
Thank you, Lord, for life.
For friendship is a gift. A friend is someone who fills our lives with Beauty, Joy and Grace and makes the world we live in a better and happier place!
YOU ARE MY FRIEND!
God bless you and yours.
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Thursday, June 12, 2014
Top ten swing thoughts:
Something has to be moving to the target!
1. Right foot in transition
2. Back of left hand
3. Right palm
4. Tummy to the target
5. Shoelace to the target
6. Right shoulder to the target, only if your young.
7. Hips square to the target.
8 Right eye in you hip gets a clear and balance look at target.
Other proven swing thoughts:
Swing to balance.
Stick your finish like a gymnast.
1-2-3 tempo. One I the way back, two at the top, three at impact.
Ahhhh smoothly through your swing
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