A (W)Hole New Approach to Improving Your Golf Game

In the golf mecca of Hilton Head, SC one pro is setting the standard for refining a player's technique. No longer do you have to go to different coaches for different aspects - welcome to the holistic approach the new trend in golf instruction.

(PRWEB) September 22, 2005 -- Elevating your golf game isnt just about hours spent at the driving range or on the practice green. While there is certainly merit to those routine elements of practice, todays top instructors know that improving your performance means developing a strong mental game and positive attitude, maintaining overall fitness and injury prevention, and evaluating and selecting the right equipment.

The best instruction for golfers -- leisure and competitive - who want to improve their game is an all-inclusive package -- a holistic approach that incorporates all of these factors into your golf instruction. (W)holistically speaking, your instruction can -- and probably should be -- a one-stop-shop for everything relevant to improving your game: selecting equipment, physical fitness, developing your mental focus, and -- last but never least -- practice rounds on the fairways.

It can be said that holistic golf instruction is based on the theory that a steadily decreasing score (the whole) is based on the interdependence of all of the elements of practice and preparation that are associated with the game. The interdependent parts should include: goal-setting, equipment evaluation, visualization and confidence-building, fitness, and practice, practice, practice -- at the range and on the course. Your best score is dependent on a well-executed series of shots, which are dependent on a smooth swing and solid connection with the ball, which is dependent on your strength and flexibility, as well as choosing the right club, and so on...Whether your enjoyment of the game is derived from the excitement of competition or from spending a day outdoors with friends -- simultaneously focusing on all of the pieces allows you to better the (w)hole.

The great thing about a holistic approach to golf instruction is that it can be applied to all levels of golfers from amateurs to experienced players, and is not just for competitive golfers anymore. Traditionally, time was only invested on sharpening the mental game or investing in the right clubs once you were an established player. But including these factors at all levels of golf instruction can be extremely successful, particularly with a beginning golfer. The holistic approach takes into consideration the fact that success at any level is defined by more than just the golf swing. Ultimately, the key to making the holistic approach work for improving your game is to find the right instructor who can help you work on all of these areas -- not just some of them.

Bryan Rhame, head golf professional at Hampton Hall and formerly of Sea Pines in Hilton Head, is a leader in this trend of holistic instruction. All of his instruction programs -- beginner to advanced, group and private -- include: goal-setting, equipment evaluation, visualization and positive imagery, fitness, practice drills, course management and actual play. His approach is leading to faster improvement and golfers are enjoying the results...scores are coming down and they are having fun on the course!

Bryan Rhame is the head golf professional at Hampton Hall in Bluffton, SC. Formerly the assistant pro at Sea Pines in Harbour Town on Hilton Head Island, Rhame is widely-regarded as one of the areas best golf instructors. His students include golf professionals from several area courses, and he works with competitive and novice golfers alike.

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