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Fat? Thin? I'm not talking about your weight!
Are you struggling with hitting your irons fat (hitting the ground first) and thin (ball only and no ground)? Today we are going to dive into intention and low point control and how it impacts your ball contact with your irons. Intention Your brain and body need to be connected on what you are trying to accomplish with your golf swing. Some of our students have not been clear on what creates a good strike with their irons. Your irons, wedges and fairway woods all require a

Wayne Ogrodnick
Feb 233 min read
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Why do I slice the ball?
The infamous slice! What causes this? In simple terms, when the club face is open to your path. The larger the difference between the open club face and your path generates a larger slice. Below are the ball flight laws that Golftec has on their website: Source: Golftec The right column shows the different path and clubface combinations to deliver a Pull Slice, Straight Slice and Push Slice. If you have this shot curve, what do you? Club face management is key to good g

Wayne Ogrodnick
Feb 92 min read
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Golf Grips - why are they important?
Importance of golf grips We can help with grip selection The importance of golf grips cannot be overstated, as they play a role in a golfer's performance on the course. Golf grips are the only point of contact between the player and the club, making them essential for achieving proper control, accuracy, and consistency in each swing. A well-chosen grip allows golfers to maintain a firm yet comfortable hold on the club, which is vital for executing a variety of shots with less

Wayne Ogrodnick
Feb 22 min read
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I have the shanks! How do I stop it?!
This can be the most fearful thing you can experience on the golf course. What are shanks? Shanks are when the ball is struck between the face of the club and the club's shaft rather than the clubface (see picture below). This results in a shot that veers off right if you swing right handed, and vice versa if you swing left handed. Results are rarely good! Shanks can be frustrating for golfers, as they disrupt the flow of the game and can affect confidence levels drastically

Wayne Ogrodnick
Jan 262 min read
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Growing the Game - Why golf is a great sport!
New to Golf? There are numerous reasons why golf is an excellent sport to start playing: Lifelong Sport: Golf can be played at any age, making it one of the few sports you can continue into your later years. This longevity is due to its adaptability to different fitness levels and the availability of power carts for those who can't walk the course. Physical Health: Golf involves walking long distances (up to 15km), which can improve cardiovascular health. Swinging a golf cl

Wayne Ogrodnick
Jan 192 min read
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Pain Free Golf Swing
Golf is a sport that can put significant stress on your body due to the repetitive nature of the swings and the mechanics involved in the game. Understanding the causes of pain in golfers is essential for prevention and management. The most common areas for pain are in the elbows, wrists, shoulders, lower back, knees and ankles. Below are some common causes: Improper Swing Mechanics: Â Early extension (moving your butt towards the ball prior to impact) Â is extremely taxing

Wayne Ogrodnick
Jan 122 min read
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When is the optimal time of year to make improvements to your golf game?
How long does it take to get to make improvements in your golf game? While it varies by individual, here are some general timeframes for lasting change to your golf game: Minor Swing Adjustments and Skill Development: A couple of coaching sessions with at least two to one practice sessions over a few weeks. This can be done in season. Moderate Changes: Several weeks to a few months. This would be our Silver or Gold packages which includes 4 hours of coaching and 4 or 8 ho

Wayne Ogrodnick
Jan 13 min read
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What happens at our first one hour initial assessment session?
First off, lets get down to some of the basics. To book an appointment requires you to set up your contact information (please include your phone number and email address) on our secure website and book and pay for your Initial Assessment session. Once you are booked I will be setting you up in the MyTPI app. You will get an email on downloading the app and setting up your account. In preparation of your session, please clean your clubs (we will potentially be hitting mor

Wayne Ogrodnick
Dec 15, 20243 min read
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Unleash Your Golf Potential: Discover the Power of Holistic Development
Unleash Your Golf Potential: Discover the Power of Holistic Development In this blog post, we will explore the concept of holistic...

Wayne Ogrodnick
Dec 9, 20242 min read
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What are you doing this winter?
Some people like a break so they come back hungry in the spring. Others realize its the time to go to work. The best time to make changes in the year is in the winter when you're not playing. Why start next season they way last season went? Was it really that good? Changes to your game take time and golf practice in the winter is rewarding and fun! Come see us and we will assess your body swing connection through the TPI physical screen and provide an analysis of your sw

Wayne Ogrodnick
Nov 24, 20243 min read
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Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Level 1 Certification
Hello everyone, I trust you all enjoyed a wonderful summer! Now that it's the offseason, it's time to focus on improving our game. I'm...

Wayne Ogrodnick
Nov 10, 20242 min read
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How is your wedge game?
Below is my definition of a great wedge game: ·      Consistent and crisp contact with the ability to hold any green ·      Dialed in...

Wayne Ogrodnick
May 12, 20242 min read
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Adding Consistency to Your Game
We often hear this during coaching sessions: "I want to be more consistent." Indeed, there are swing improvements that can aid in...

Wayne Ogrodnick
May 5, 20243 min read
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Golf Balls - do they matter?
This is my favourite topic as I see so many players playing very inexpensive (ok cheap) or used golf balls. Does it really matter? Well,...

Wayne Ogrodnick
Apr 14, 20242 min read
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Is it the wand or the wizard?
In our case with golf, does the equipment we play make any difference? I have heard this many times over the years that it doesn’t make...

Wayne Ogrodnick
Apr 7, 20243 min read
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"Overcoming the Yips: A Personal Journey to Regaining Confidence and Control"
A mysterious term that puts a lot of fear into all of us! There is a lot of technical definitions out there, but I will define it as...

Wayne Ogrodnick
Mar 18, 20243 min read
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Exploring the Difference Between Golf Coaching and Golf Lessons
Traditionally, golf lessons or instruction is what we think of instead of coaching. Golf lessons will normally improve your swing but does not necessarily equate to better scores or even better ball striking.   Often, a lesson is just a band aid but not the solution to better golf. Golf coaching is working with you and your swing on every aspect of your game to help you score better and is more about developing new skills such as ball striking, pitching, chipping and puttin

Wayne Ogrodnick
Mar 3, 20242 min read
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Become Your Own Golf Coach: Self-Improvement Strategies
This is an exciting time of year! Courses will be open soon and we are all chomping at the bit to play golf again! In this blog post,...

Brent Bortnick
Feb 27, 20242 min read
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Understanding Your Golf Game
The truth is behind Launch Monitor Technology, Video Analysis and understanding the TPI Body Swing Connection. Our performance on the golf course is often surrounded by myths and misconceptions. From swing intentions and techniques to equipment preferences including balls, there are countless beliefs that can hinder a golfer's progress. However, we can shed light on the truth utilizing launch monitor technology, video analysis and the TPI body swing connection that will disp

Brent Bortnick
Feb 27, 20243 min read
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