Golf Academy
How Long Do Golf Balls Last? Understand Their Lifespan
How Long Do Golf Balls Last? Golf balls, integral to the game of golf, are meticulously designed for performance and durability. However, like any sporting equipment, they are not immune to wear and degradation over time. Understanding the lifespan of golf balls, including factors that affect their longevity and how to maximize their performance, is…
Read MoreUnderstanding Golf Scoring: A Beginner’s Guide to the Basics
How Does Golf Scoring Work? Golf, a sport known for its precision and strategy, employs a unique scoring system that can be both straightforward and intricate. Whether you’re new to the game or looking to expand your understanding, grasping how golf scoring works is fundamental to enjoying the sport to its fullest. Let’s look at…
Read MoreWhy Golf is Played Over 18 Holes: A Historical Perspective
Why is Golf 18 Holes? Unraveling the Tradition Have you ever wondered why a round of golf typically consists of 18 holes? This seemingly arbitrary number has a rich and storied history deeply intertwined with the evolution of the game itself. Let’s explore the origins of the classic 18, its development, and the enduring significance…
Read MoreHow To Line Up a Golf Shot
How To Line Up a Golf Shot: An Experts Perspective After teaching countless golf lessons over the past 25 years, I have found that the most misunderstood pre-swing fundamental is how to line up a golf shot. Misalignment frequently leads to other issues in the golf swing, resulting in bad habits. Golfers, sometimes too smart…
Read MoreTreetops Resort’s Guide to Buying New Golf Clubs
There’s never been a better time for buying new golf clubs. With manufacturers producing technologically advanced shafts, grips, and other components, today’s golf clubs far surpass equipment that’s three or four years old. Wondering how often you should buy new golf clubs? Regular updates can significantly enhance your game. Additionally, getting fitted for golf clubs…
Read MoreGolf Exercises
By Mark Hogan PGA Head Golf Professional of Treetops When Did You Last Utilize Golf Stretching Exercises? Do you remember the promises you made to yourself and your golfing friends at the end of last season? Promises to play more golf in 2024 and take golf lessons to improve your game? Well, 2024 is here,…
Read MoreWhat’s the Proper Golf Stance?
Proper Golf Stance Understanding the proper golf stance is crucial because if you set up incorrectly, you are most likely going to make a poor motion in your golf swing. The best golf stance starts with holding the club properly. When holding the golf club, ensure it is gripped in the fingers, with the thumbs…
Read MoreHow to Fix a Slice in Golf
By Mark Hogan, PGA Golf Pro at Treetops Resort As an instructor in the golf industry for over 20 years, it’s safe to say that I think I’ve seen it all. Students often think they are alone when it comes to their particular swing flaw, but I quickly reassure them, they certainly are not. Many…
Read MoreHow To Grip a Golf Club – Golf’s Most Underrated Key
Gripping a golf club seems simple and straightforward, but like most things in golf, there’s much more than meets the eye. Golfing greats Arnold Palmer, Harry Vardon, and Tiger Woods have attributed much of their professional success to their grips. Understanding how to grip a golf club properly is crucial for improving your game. There…
Read MoreHow to Hit a Golf Ball Further
One of my favorite instructional experiences at Treetops Resort is, without a doubt, the Ladies Golf School. These schools offer a fun 3-day learning experience for groups of 4-20 ladies, focusing on full swing, short game, physical conditioning, and course management. A common request I always receive during these schools is, “I want to hit…
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