Teaching Philosophy - Paul Holtby, PGA Simi Valley CA

Philosophy: Golf Swings and Golf Games are like Finger Prints. We all have them and they are unique to each person. Because everyone is built differently in regards to body type, muscle mass, flexibility and physical strength we need to develop a golf swing and a golf game specifically for you. One that can be repeated, will lead to lower scores and more enjoyable golf.

The Process of Learning: Learning is not excessive adding on .... it is paring down, changing old patterns and reconnecting. Learning is replacing a less complete, complicated way with a simpler and more encompassing way.

We are Individuals: We Are all Different and Unique! We must understand what are bodies can and cannot do, work with our style and have equipment that compliments us.

Mission Statement: To enhance your knowledge, skill and enjoyment in the game of golf through two developmental programs designed and taught by Paul Holtby, PGA.

2 Absolutes of Golf:
1) Distance: How far did it go in the air?
2) Direction: What direction did it go?

When you can answer these two questions and understand why - you are on your way to becoming a better player!

Four Areas of Golf:
1) Putting  Short Putts & Long Putts: (43 % of your Score)
2) Short Game   Chip, Pitch & Sand : (15 % around the greens)
3) Wedge Game Scoring Shots: (125 yards of less 65% of your Score)
4) Ball Striking   Full Swings: (25% of your score)

Things You Can Control:
1) Yardage to middle of green.
3) Yardage Calculation. (5 Variables)
4) Choice of Club. ( For You: Know Your yardages)
5) Choice of Target. (For You: Know Your miss)
5) Know Your pre-shot routine: getting the 4 fundamentals in place.
( G.P.B.A.)
6) Swing. (Takes less than 1 second)
Your set-up dictates how you can or can't swing the club with consistency. Set up properly and understand the cause and effect of your set-up and better golf is just around the dog-leg!!!

Purpose of your tools “The Sticks”:
Driver: Originally called the "Play Club" designed to get the ball in play.
Woods & Long Irons: To advance the ball down the fairway to the green.
Mid-Irons: To advance the ball on to or near the green.
Short Irons: To advance the ball on the green or close to the hole.
Short Game: To advance the ball next to the hole.
Putting: To roll the ball close to the hole if not in the bottom of the cup.

E mail Address: holtby61@paulholtbygolf.com