Island Golf - Ideas For Your Upcoming Golf Vacation

If you're like me, you like to find a vacation spot where you can engage in some of your favorite activities. Some people pick the destination based on its beauty or the weather, but I'm not to just sit and watch the sunset every day – I want a little action with my R&R.

Before you start planning a vacation, I want you to consider going to an island, but not because you can snorkel or surf – but because it's the most beautiful golf I've ever seen in my life.

Playing a round of golf on an island is the most peaceful mental game I've been exposed to. Of course, if there are jagged cliffs and shattering waves looming by the green, I'll admit it can get a tad intimidating.

Somehow, though, it's a little easier to accept your ball flying off over a cliff and into the big blue ocean than it is to see it sink into a stagnant pond on a mainland course. It might be the sea air or the fact that when I'm on vacation, nothing seems to matter much, but my game actually improves when I fly away to an island resort and reserve a tee time for the first morning I'm there.

So what do I look for when I want to go on an island golf getaway? Let's take a look at some of the most important criteria for me:

Is it family-friendly? Now I know not all kids belong on the golf course, but I drag my sons and daughter along with me and they hit the ball better than most adult players.

Still, we receive skeptical looks from those who don't know us and assume I'm going to ruin the course with my unmanageable brats. At the Kiawah Island Golf Resort, families get to use the Kiawah Island Family Tee Program from May 29-September 5th.

That means every day between 6 and 7 PM, families can tee up together without being rushed by other players to hurry up to the next hole. It's affordable (free for the kids) and everyone plays from the junior tees to encourage togetherness.

How many courses can I play? When you visit some of the islands, they'll have more than one course – and you'll want to play them all while you're there! It's not like you can drop by three weeks from today, so you want to get access to the various courses whenever you can.

If you order a golf resort package for a particular island, make sure you have access to the various courses, not just one. They may have different levels of course – from Championship courses to those for the average Jane.

How hard will it hit my pocketbook? I'm a savvy shopper, whether it's whole grains or a good golf resort, so I want the most play for my money. A good golf resort package will include more than 1 round of golf, and will include green and cart fees, range balls, and a breakfast, dinner, or meal or two along the way.

Of course the costs will vary depending on what time of year that you go, just as it does for any resort vacation. If you go to Kiawah Island in the winter, from January 1-March 15, for instance, you'll only have to pay $303 per person. But an Easter vacation from April 8-21st will go up in price to $446 per person.

There are always variations of packages. You can downsize the amenities and have a smaller villa or fewer meals for a reduced cost. Or, you can super-size your play and get golf instructions, sports massages, and personalized club fitting if you have the money to do it.

What else does the island have to offer? When we went to Hawaii, we loved exploring the flora and fauna on foot and renting mopeds to travel all around from the Pearl Harbor museum to Diamond Head for a beautiful view of Honolulu.

This, of course, was in between our trips to Coral Creek where we enjoyed a PGA lesson and enjoyed fine dining experience while the kids (along with grandma) went to a luau for the night.

Don't forget that planning a trip to an island golf resort is not very different from planning any other vacation. You want the best amenities for the least amount of money and there are always packages available to cater to your needs.

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Golf Ball Review: Titleist HVC Tour SF

A few days ago I was in my favorite discount department store. I was wandering up and down the isles looking at the new stuff and avoiding the sporting goods section because that's where I spend the most money.

As an avid golfer I eventually made my way to the shelves with the golf balls and noticed that the Titleist HVC Tour SF was on sale for $10 a dozen. So, I picked up a dozen.

The next day I was on the golf course with my new balls in my bag and eager to get started.

The first thing I noticed about the ball was how similar it was to the Pro V1, which is the premium ball for Titleist. That's one of the things I like about Titleist, unless you look at the side label, you can't tell one ball from another. This ball oozes confidence.

Now for the moment of truth. I put on my best game face; I stick the peg in the ground and place my new ball on it. I align myself to my target. I make a mighty swing and...WOOHOO!

I normally play the more expensive Titleist Pro V1 and the Titleist HVC Tour SF was longer by about 30 yards! Now I am not a low handicap player. I normally have GHIN of around 12 and a swing speed right at 100 MPH. For me, a 30 yard gain is impressive.

The same was true of my irons. I was 10 to 15 yards longer on all my irons. Normally I would use an 8 iron to hit 135 yards. I hit my 8 iron over 150 yards and was long to the green on my approach shot. Not a big deal if you are a known short hitter. I was able to adjust as the round went along.

So where is the problem? It did not hold the green like the ProV1. I’m sure that on a hard green you can expect it to go right through the green unless you compensate for it. It should be good for the bump and run golfers. The target golfers may have a problem.

On the green the ball was great. I had a chance to practice on the putting green prior to the 1st tee and was impressed with the feel. It is not as soft as the Titleist Pro V1. Maybe more like the Pro V1X. I was holing out with longer puts and leaving the ball closer on the lags.

I went on to score well for the rest of the round and was impressed overall with the quality of the ball. It didn't scuff as much as I had anticipated. It held its roundness and I was able to get 2 rounds out of it before it was relegated to my shag bag.

So what’s the bottom line? Overall, I was impressed with the Titleist HVC Tour SF. I think I will continue to play this ball. I would give it 3 balls out of 4. It has found a permanent place in my bag. You should be able to find it at the department stores for less than half what you would pay for Pro V1/V1X.

I'm sure that some of the low handicappers would have trouble with my review and will surely dispute my findings. This just my opinion and hopefully it will help a fellow golfer. Play Well.

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PurePoint Golf Instruction Golf Swing Fundamentals � Driver Timing

Let’s spend a couple of minutes talking about one of the three most abused and misunderstood golf swing fundamentals, timing. It’s an important term but it’s misused a lot. So, let me explain to you what timing is, and then it’ll draw you a lot closer to understanding when you're struggling.

Timing is your ability to swing your arms and hands back to the golf ball as your hip turns out of the way. And the reason it has to turn out of the way is so the arms and hands can pass your body and wrap around you. That’s the definition, no more, no less.

Now, I have gone to the golf course many days where I’ve hit the ball beautifully, solid, straight right. So, my timing was off a bit because my body was turning out in front of my golf club and that was sending it off to the right.

Now, the correction would be to slow the bottom half down and speed up the top part. There have been days where my timing has been off because the arms and hands were quicker than the bottom.

How do you correct that? Speed up the bottom and it’ll catch up with the arms and hands, and that will help that.

Now, how do you fix your timing? That’s probably the most difficult question in the game of golf. How do you get your timing back? I believe that if you can’t hit your pitching wedge, you probably aren’t hitting your 5 iron and your 5 wood and your driver.

So, I love to send people out to the practice facility to hit thousands of pitching wedges and work on their golf swing fundamentals. That, to me, is the easiest way to find your timing.

Now, let’s say that your favorite club in your golf bag is your driver and you're driving the ball beautifully. Then go hit a thousand drivers. Or maybe it’s a 5 wood or a 5 iron. Whatever club you're struggling with, stay way away from that one.

Go to the club that you're doing well with. And if you're not doing well with any of them, then go to a pitching wedge.

Now, the next question most difficult after that: How do you know when your timing’s off? I believe that your timing is off when your miss/hit pattern is not consistent. One’s fat, one’s thin, one’s top, one’s good, one’s to the left, one’s to the right. That’s a great indication that your timing’s off.

Find your favorite club and go to the practice tee and hit ten thousand of them and remember when you hit the golf ball to think of the golf swing fundamentals.

Thanks and have a great day.

Copyright 2006 David Nevogt

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18 Charity Golf Outing Success Tips

Here are 18 steps to follow to ensure your charity golf tournament is a great success.



Step 1 - When planning your event you must have some target in mind that you would like to achieve for the given charity. Some examples to follow are: How much are you trying to raise, the purpose of the event, when and where will the event be held, who is your target golfer and what is their profile, how many golfers would you need and their availability for the event, and lastly what sponsors would you need and at what level.



Step 2 - A good idea is to give a brief job description with set goals for each committee chair member. Recruit six to twelve volunteer chair members this is one for every top position, and then let them recruit their own team. Remember to train volunteers properly with plenty of motivation and praise when they meet their goals of gifts and prizes. Also, always have a contact list for all committee members.



Step 3 - When working with the golf course be flexible as this may help to save you money. Try to be flexible with your dates as off-peak season may be best and you may get a better rate. It is best to secure your chosen golf course six months in advance.



Step 4 - You should find a format that suits both your golfers and the event; you don't have to choose the same format every year. To help choose a format consider the caliber of your golfers, conduct a small survey to see what they like and have a goal in mind as to how much money you would like to raise.



The sponsors are one of the most important components of the event given the fact that they are the ones giving the money for the event. The more sponsors you have the more you make. If it is big money you would like, consider asking some big companies for sponsorship as long as they get something to benefit their company, such as a golf tee sign.



Step 6 - It is important to promote your event. The three objectives in promotion are exposure for recruiting golfers, your event or fundraising organization, and your sponsors. There are many promotional ideas for you to use. You can use local radio shows, local newspapers, brochures, mail direct to specific industries and put some ads in trade magazines. Don't forget to use the event beneficiary in your promotional materials.



Step 7 - There is a simple step to recruiting golfers. When recruiting committee members hope to try and choose nine who are golfers, who they themselves can recruit four other golfers, of which they can bring a team of four players. Alternatively, an idea is to try to sell 36 teams to 36 sponsors. A sell out for a golf event is 120 to 144 players or 30 to 36 groups.



Step 8 - When talking of gifts and prizes the best quality gifts you have to offer will go a long way in securing an event for you to organize the following year. Nothing speaks louder than word of mouth. Logos with your sponsors name on the gifts, prizes, and hole sponsor signs are also a good idea of which the sponsors will notice.



Step 9 - Try and make your golf event something for everyone to enjoy, you could have some games and contests later in the event; this is a sure way to make lots of money. The more fun people have at these events the more relaxed they feel into spending money.



Step 10 - Have a friend or professional photographer take photos of the event, of people having fun, group photos, and golfers taking their shots. If you have a professional photographer, he may do it free so he can promote his business.



Step 11 - A good idea to generate money is to purchase Hole in One Insurance; this will provide coverage for you in case someone hits a hole in one. The rule is that the shot must be done on a par 3 and you will need a witness to volunteer. Offer great prizes like a small vacation, watches, or big prize money.



Step 12 - Have lots of big golf sponsor signs and banners with sponsor's names on it. Any potential sponsors at the event will take note of this.



Step 13 - Have auctions at the event and get a person to bid for one of the golfers to be their caddy for a game of golf. Anything that is fun and generates money could be included in the items to be auctioned.



Step 14 - Having an awards ceremony make it memorable and fun for people to remember. Include the sponsors, any individual who was a key helper in the event, and any of the volunteers.



Step 15 - Make sure your committee has ample time to help organize the event. Some bookings may have to be done a year in advance; you can never plan to early when organizing a charity event.



Step 16 - Remember to keep a record of income and expenses. A normal event can raise 5,000 dollars and sell sponsorships to help cover the cost. Treat the event as if it was your business and never spend more money than you bring in.



Step 17 - Try to keep calm and organized at the event and make sure everybody is fully aware of the times of all the different events and where they are. Relax, smile, and have fun. If everybody sees the organizer happy then they will be to.



Step 18 - This event can be the start of next year's event at the awards ceremony so sign golfers up for next year. Get contact numbers from all participants, talk to sponsors for next year and stay in touch with as many people that you can.





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Scoring With The Sand Wedge

The sand wedge gets no respect. Many weekend golfers use it just for getting out of greenside bunkers. That's because it's hard to hit from the fairway. Even veteran golfers sometimes have problems hitting it from the fairway. But in the hands of a skilled player, the sand wedge is a potent offensive weapon that can help dramatically lower your scores and chop strokes off your golf handicap.

The key to transforming the sand wedge into a scoring club, as I tell students taking my golf lessons, is understanding how best to use it for full shots from the fairway and for touch shots around the green. Learning how to hit a sand wedge in these situations takes time and practice. It also takes concentration. But it's worth it. If you looking to take your golf game to another level, the sand wedge is just what the doctor ordered.

Getting Out Of Trouble

Slashing strokes off your golf handicap means making the right decisions. It's also means not compounding your mistakes. For example, weekend golfers who hit bad drives often compound their mistakes by taking a 5-iron or hybrid and trying to blast their way out of trouble, which is difficult if the rough is deep. Mis-hitting the shot, they find themselves still in deep rough facing another tough shot.

You have two goals when you hit into trouble. The first is finding a way to get out of trouble and onto the fairway with the least amount of risk. The second is hitting the ball solidly. A sand wedge helps you achieve both goals. It's leading edge cuts through deep rough, enabling you to hit the ball cleanly and solidly. Next time you're in trouble, consider the sand wedge. It's a sure-fire way of getting out of trouble.

Hitting Approach Shots

The sand wedge is also ideal for hitting approach shots. With 56 degrees of loft, it provides precision when you need it the most. When combined with a pitching wedge (48 degrees) and a loft-wedge (62 degrees), it is a key component of a three-club system for getting it close. For additional precision, add a gap wedge (52 degrees). Learn to hit these wedges with short, medium, and long swings, and you'll have a great way of hitting the green from anywhere inside of 100 yards.

To hit fairway wedge shots, you must rotate the clubface open, just like you do with any full shot. Also, learn to trust the loft on your club. Resist the urge to try and help the ball in the air by focusing on your finish position, not on impact. For example, it you want to hit a 70 percent shot with your wedge, focus on finishing with a follow-through slightly shorter than a full-wedge follow-through, not on what happens to the ball.

Hitting Shots Close To The Green

The sand wedge works well for delicate shots around the green. These are shots you can't afford to mis-hit because they can cost you strokes. To hit them with a sand wedge, you must learn to control trajectory with the club. You can learn to hit wedge shots low or high by making some simple setup adjustments, instead of changing the way you swing.

For a low shot, strengthen your grip (turn your hands away from the target), move the ball back in your stance, and close your shoulders. Keep the clubface aimed at the target. For a high shot, weaken your grip (turn your hands toward the target), move the ball forward in your stance, and open your shoulders. Again, keep the clubface aimed at the target. The club follows your shoulder line and produces the right loft.

One Drill For The Sand Wedge

Many drills teach you how to hit a sand wedge. But if you have time to practice only one, use the Two Tee Drill:

To grove a shallower path into the ball, take a tee and break it in half. Stick the pointy half in the ground an inch behind the ball, angled at the target. Take a second tee and stick in the ground an inch in front of the ball, also angled at the target. Now hit practice shots, clipping both tees from the grass.

If you're swing is too steep, you'll catch only the second tee. If you're swing is too shallow, you'll catch only the first tee. Hit both tees and you're hitting it pure.

Don't disrespect the sand wedge. It's more versatile than you think. In addition to a greenside bunker, use it for getting out of the rough, hitting approach shots inside of 100 yards, and executing delicate shots around the green. Master the sand wedge and you'll have a great tool for lopping strokes off your golf handicap.

Jack Moorehouse is the author of the best-selling book How To Break 80 And Shoot Like The Pros. He is NOT a golf pro, rather a working man that has helped thousands of golfers from all seven continents lower their handicap immediately. Free weekly newsletter available with the latest golf tips, lessons and instructions.

Proper Golf Setup - Golf Swing Setup Routine... Just Like The Pros

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This is the Proper Golf Setup Routine, and it is the best I have ever come across in 5 years of golf swing research...

OK, here we go. This is something that I was shown by a Professional Golfer. I have never seen this before in any golfing magazine, web site, golf show etc.

This is a setup routine to get you in exactly the right position and distance from the ball every time with every club.

Proper Golf Setup Instructions

This proper golf setup routine should ONLY be used on the practice range, I don't want you getting disqualified from some big competition! Any significant change should be practiced - you should never make big changes to your golf swing during a round. Work it all out on the practice range, check it works, then implement it. Only implement this setup on the course once you can get the right distance from the ball without laying your club on the ground.

Choose the club you plan to hit the ball with - I would recommend that your start to try this setup routine with a 7 iron.

The following instructions are for a 9 iron right through to your long irons:

1. Lay the club down on the ground pointing away from your body, that's from your body when setup alongside the ball in your normal stance, towards the ball.
2. Now move the club head (which should be closest to the ball, away from your body) so that it is on the other side of the ball. So as you look down to the ground you will see the club shaft running away from you with the club head wrapped around the other side of the ball.
3. Now move yourself to the ball and put one finger width space between the ball and the clubhead as it is laid on the ground.
4. Now move back to the butt end of the shaft.
5. Now take up your stance but this time line up the back of your heels with the butt end of the club. This now sets your feet the correct distance from the ball.
6. All you need to do now is keep you feet on the line you've set them and pick your club up and address the ball.

WARNING: This proper golf setup gives you the correct amount of bend at your knees. To get yourself balanced you will need to push you bum out behind you, remembering to keep your back straight and bend more over the ball.

WARNING: The first time you do this you may think you are way too far away from the ball. I have checked this setup and it is absolutely correct and matches the setup of the worlds top pros.

WARNING: You may find it easier to change your golf setup in small steps rather than go straight to this setup - if the ball feels way too far away from you then gradually increase the distance over a few rounds.

You need to practice the proper golf setup as described above until you can do it without laying you club down on the floor. Soon you will be doing this without even thinking about it.

The Other Clubs

The only differences for the other clubs is that for clubs shorter than your 9 iron you add another finger for each club, two finger space for a pitching wedge etc.

For the driver, instead of the end of the butt of the shaft being along the back line of your heels the end of the butt should be around the middle of your foot.

Give this proper golf setup routine a try, you might be nicely surprised at how much easier it is to hit the ball with this extra room to work in.

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Are You Getting Shafted?

Players taking golf lessons sometimes ask me about shafts. They wonder if using different shafts really matters. It's a good question. My answer: it probably matters more for professional golfers, like Phil Mickelson or Ernie Els, than it does for recreational golfers, like you and me. Matters, but it does matter for recreational golfers, which is why I cover them in my golf tips.

Most major manufacturers think so, too. That's why they work with top companies to produce shafts designed specifically for their clubs, especially when it comes to metal drivers. Manufacturers want to make sure golfers get the most out of their clubs, so they invest the time, effort, and money to find a good shaft. Rest assured, you're getting something decent with the club, something that can help lower your golf handicap.

Unfortunately, stock shafts are designed to accommodate groups of players, not the individual. The question is whether the shaft's flex profile sufficiently matches your swing. Two players with identical swing speeds might need different shafts that still measure at the same overall stiffness. A golfer with a short swing requires a stiffer tip, while a player with a long swing needs a softer tip with a stiffer butt section. The first thing you need to do, then, is determine if the shaft you're using is right for you.

Five Telltale Signs

How can you tell if the shafts on you clubs are right for you? Here are five telltale signs that you're using the wrong shaft:

1. Center hits don't feel solid

2. Ball starts out low; takes off midway in flight

3. You swing easier or harder to make the club feel right

4. Bad shots curve differently compared to other shots

5. Trajectory is either too low or too high

If you're experiencing these signs, chances are you have the wrong shafts. However, don't go running to your local sports store to buy new clubs just yet. First, make sure your problems are shaft-related, not swing-related, which you can do by working with a professional teacher. If the shafts are not right for your swing and your serious about golf, then you'll need new shafts. What are the key considerations when choosing new shafts?

Considerations

Material of construction is one. Shafts come in either steel or graphite. Steel is a more durable and reliable than graphite. It's also less expensive and heavier, and has a lower torque rating than graphite. Graphite offers improved club head speed, better shock absorption, and increased flex. Since it has a better torque rating than steel, graphite increases the range of choices for golfers.

Flex is another key consideration with shafts. Flex is a shaft's ability to bend during the golf swing, as I've explained in my golf tips. It may be the most important consideration of all. Of course, you can't actually see the bend in the shaft with the naked eye. Its bend is subtle and brought about by the force and weight of the club head as it swings. But it's there. Flex ratings are generally categorized as follows: Ladies (L), Regular (R), Senior (S), and Extra Stiff (XS).

Shaft Frequency

Unfortunately, flex ratings aren't always consistent. One company's regular is another company's stiff. So many people use shaft frequency to measure flex. Shaft frequency is a more precise measurement of flex. Taken by a machine, shaft frequency is the number of times a shaft oscillates, either vertically or horizontally, known as cycles per minute, or CPM. A shaft with a higher frequency (more CPMs) is stiffer than one with a lower frequency (fewer CPMs).

By using frequency, you can tell which shaft is stiffer and by how much. Typically, there are 10 cycles between shaft flexes. Thus, if one shaft registers 250 on a frequency machine and another 270, there's a two-flex shaft difference between the two clubs, regardless of what the manufacturer says. By assigning a specific frequency number to a shaft, you can get a better gauge on the flexibility between different shafts.

Usually a player with a fast swing requires a shaft with less flex. Those with a slower swing needs a shaft with greater flex. Its important to determine the correct flex for your swing. Shaft flex can affect the accuracy and distance of your shots. So if you have a flex that doesn't match your swing characteristic, your shots may not hit their desired target.

Cost and Consistencies

Cost is a third consideration when it comes to shafts. By experimenting with expensive composites, layering, and fiber direction shaft makers can tailor things like flex while minimizing deformation. The slightest undesirable can magnify inconsistencies in a swing. However, the cost of chasing these consistencies, which often exceed the players swing consistencies, is often extremely expensive. Other key considerations with shafts are torsional resistance and weight.

Ultimately, the choice of a new shaft will come down to feel. One way to find the right feel is to take your favorite club, one that you hit well and feels right, and copy that shaft for your other clubs. Remember, having the right equipment in golf is important. It can go a long way toward cutting your golf handicap down to a respectable level.

Copyright (c) 2007 Jack Moorehouse

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More Tips To Improve Hitting The Driver Long and Straight

Few golfers could argue that there are many better feelings than hitting the driver well. Aside from the huge ego boost it gives you there is also the added incentive of putting yourself in position to make a good score. But the fact is the driver is perhaps the most difficult club to master. So here are some tips to help improve hitting the big dog.



Choosing the right club for you is a good start. Assess your swing speed because the slower it is the higher the loft you want. Also consider how advanced you are. A stiffer shaft is probably more appropriate for the seasoned golfer as they will be able to generate more distance through sound fundamentals. If you're just starting out or a high handicapper then consider a more flexible shaft - the extra whip will add some distance for you.



When setting up stand at least shoulder width apart. Consider widening your stance even further as you want to have a stable platform for what is the most energetic swing in golf. Stand more upright than you would with your irons with your hands dangling down just ahead of your chin. Ensure your shoulders are parallel to the target and lean slightly to the right. It should feel as though there is perhaps 60% of your weight on your right foot. This last point will help you create more power.



It is said that the driver will always find the faults in your swing. If you tend to slice then check your grip isn't too weak. Have at least 2 knuckles showing on your left hand. If there is a draw or hook in your swing consider weakening your grip so that no knuckles are showing.



The ideal tee position is to have half the ball showing above the clubface and to have it set near to your left heel (right heel if you're left handed). If you tend to slice tee the ball up higher and vice versa if you tend to hook.



When you swing you are looking to sweep the ball off the tee with a wide and shallow movement. Ensure that you are relaxed. As with most things in golf this is the opposite of what you think you should do - a tense body will reduce the club head speed that you can produce.



Concentrate on keeping your wrists flexible. Extra length can be generated through the whip created by your wrists on release. Stiff wrists will severely impair your distance using the driver.



As you begin the backswing think long and wide. At the quarter point you want your hands to be as far from your body as possible. This long shaft is a lever which is being wound round a coil (you). It will pick up more speed on the downswing the longer the lever is.



The next part is critical. You must complete a big and full shoulder turn -try to get your right shoulder under your chin. This is the engine room of your driving. Without it you will not hit the big shots. You must also try and get your hips round with the shoulder turn. Both of these combined will created a tight coil ready to unwind. Get this right and then watch the ball soar. Also adding a little extra effort yourself will really take you into the stratosphere.



Ensure, however, that your body does not get ahead of your arms during the downswing. This is a killer mistake. It is seen quite often because the golfer wants to really go for the shot with everything they've got. What you end up getting is open shoulders before contact which translates into a bad slice. We all know the damage this can do when you've just used the most powerful club in your bag.



So try and stay unified whilst concentrating on using your body to create the momentum like an uncoiled spring. Before long you'll be booming that driver like Tiger.



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History of the Hawaiian Hula Dance

The Hula dance is associated with Hawaii and luaus and while everyone knows what the hula is very few people are actually knowledgeable of its origin, not even the Hawaiians. According to Hawaiian history there is no information available as to who performed the first hula dance or why, however it is a common agreement that the original hula dance was performed by a god or goddess, making the dance sacred to Hawaiians. And this dance is sacred to men and women in Hawaii because the hula was danced by both sexes despite some information stating only men danced the hula. This information is incorrect and actually men and women both were involved in the sacred hula dance.

There are many types of Polynesian dances; however the hula is one of a kind and completely different than other dances in this area of the world. The origination of the hula was used for rituals and ceremonies, however this changed over time and eventually the hula was a dance used strictly for entertainment.

When dancing the hula individuals truly must become one with the dance and the actions, objects, or images they are imitating in their hula dance. The hula is a very meaningful dance and every movement of the body represents something. In addition to this, the hands are very important in the hula dance as well. When the individual is dancing the hula they may be imitating a palm tree, war, plants, and even animals. Because of this when the individual is dancing they are transforming themselves mentally into the object they are portraying through dance. Basically, the hula dancer is telling a story through the movements of the body and hands and as a result it is very important to watch. Chants also accompany the hula dance and while they used to be the most important part of the dance to portray what was happening they are no longer so and the movements are most important. You will notice the difference if you see a portrayal of old style hula dancing compared to new style hula dancing. While both are still hula dancing and fun to watch, the first is more ritualistic and the second more entertaining.

The hula dancers wear a costume in order to perform the hula dance. This consists of leis made of flowers around the neck or even the shoulders. A grass skirt is also used and is made of tapa and known as a pau. The dancers also wear anklets made of whale bone or even dog teeth. The whole ensemble makes up the vision of the hula dancer the whole world is aware of.

In the past, when hula was danced as a religious ritual rather than simply for entertainment the rules regarding the hula dance were very strict and individuals involved in hula dancing school were required to follow them while they were learning how to dance. Generally, students were required to follow all rules and behave properly while obeying their hula teacher in all requests. Some of the rules stated that hula students could not cut their fingernails or even their hair. Other rules stated hula students could not engage in sex nor could they eat certain foods that were forbidden. As a result, the life of the hula dancer in hula school was very strict, yet all of the rules were for a purpose that believed the students would learn to dance the hula better if they did not engage in the forbidden activities.

Today there are two types of hula, hula kahiko and hula auana. Hula hahiko is the old style that was described above and generally includes percussion, chanting, and the traditional costumes. Hula kahiko is traditional and ritualistic and the chanting tells the story more than the dance moves. However, for the more entertaining hula auna there is music, guitars, entertaining costumes to enhance the dance, ukuleles and even songs. This type of hula uses body movements and the hands to really tell the story because it is easier for tourists to understand.

While the hula dance has been around for thousands of years and always been popular it almost disappeared in the 1800s when missionaries arrived in Hawaii. The missionaries believed that hula dancing was devilish and against God and tried to convince the dancers of their wrongdoing by dancing the hula. However, King Kalakaua did not want the traditional dance of the islands to disappear simply because the missionaries did not understand what the hula was all about in the first place so he took action.

As a result, King Kalakaua developed his own group of hula dancers and encouraged them to learn the hula dance, the old style hula, and fortunately the hula did not disappear and still remains a very important dance of the islands and even today there are hundreds of hula schools on all the Hawaiian islands that teach the hula dance, old style, to the students. Even today many of the hula schools have strict rules like the old hula schools implemented.

There are even hula schools and groups that teach old style hula dancing to people on the mainland so while hula remains an important part of Hawaiian culture the culture is spreading and many people show an interest in learning how to hula dance.

When you visit Hawaii, no matter what island you visit, you will certainly see plenty of hula dancing from old style to the newer and more entertaining hula and regardless which one you like the most you should definitely attend festivals or dances that exhibit both styles so you can see the performing arts of the island and learn about the culture, history and the people of Hawaii. You never know, you may learn a few hula moves yourself.

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Practicing Golf Trouble Shots

A lot of times on the golf course you will find that you are not in the middle of the fairway, or not in the fairway at all. Putting yourself in and around a tree on the practice range will help your decision making out on the golf course on what golf club to choose, and how to play it.

Most good golfers put themselves in trouble shot situations and bad lies on the practice range. Practicing this drill for a month, two or three times a week with a large bucket of golf balls each time, will improve your trouble shot making, and help lower your scores. You will find with practice and persistence you can save a par, or even birdie one or two holes out on the golf course more often than not. Keep in mind, saving a few strokes or better is 50% skill and 50% luck that you will succeed. The odds will increase or decrease depending on how much you practice these golf shots out on the practice range. It is always a good idea to play it safe, by chipping out.

By practicing golf trouble shot drills on the golfing range, you will sometimes visualize a prior practice shot taken on the range when you’re confronted with a trouble shot out on the golf course. Visualizing the golf shot from this practice routine requires a little bit of consistent practice. The golf shot will be a lot easier if you have done it many times over. You will need to take six golf clubs, (3 iron, 5 iron, 7 iron, wedge, 5 wood and driver) or your favorite golf clubs to the practice range along with a huge bucket of balls to keep your golf memory in shape. The idea of this trouble shot practice is to memorize distance and ball flight using different clubface ball positions and lies. This is a very enjoyable practice routine and exercise that requires a little patience, imagination and memory.

Find a tree between the golf ball and the green. You do not need a green behind the tree. It would be a lot more fun to watch your golf shots land and roll on the green, if there was one nearby. Stand behind the tree and hold the grip of the golf club with your fingers, and rest the club head on the grass with the clubface facing you. Put the bottom of your foot on the face of the golf club and let the grip go. Look and see if the tip of the golf club is pointing upwards and over the tree. Should the grip end of the golf club point at any part of the tree. Chances are, you haven’t got enough club loft to go over. You may need to go under the tree or find a loftier club. You can do this test with any club iron on the golf course.

The idea of this drill is to know how low and far you can roll a golf ball out to the fairway or green, and how much distance and loft you need to get over a tree. The key memory for the practice would be the golf club selection for both the loft and distance for the target you’re aiming for. One club may be low enough to get you under the obstacle, but may be too much club for the target area. You may want to consider choking down on the club to take a little distance off the shot. The other club may have enough loft, but not enough distance. Do this routine with different club selections often. For the distant trouble shots try a 1 wood and a 3 iron under the branches of a tree. (Use extra caution for these clubs near a tree. Also look around for other players before attempting any blind golf shot.)

With your first 10 balls, practice hitting it low to the ground. Always pick a target and put some kind of obstacle in front of you. Practice with a tree right in front of you or 100 yards away with the imaginary green behind it, if you have no access to a practice green. Try to keep the golf ball from flying into the tree, or make the ball land just before and roll beyond onto your imaginary target or green. You will have to use your imagination for this shot and practice with several different clubface positions. You need to practice playing the ball in front, middle, or back in your stance. You may want to practice going around the tree if you’re a substantial distance from the green. Close the clubface to help it hook, or open the face of the club to help slice it around the tree. There are a lot of good professional teachers, books and videos on the Internet to help you master the hook and slice effect of the ball at will. Practice your chipping distance for certain clubs, by chipping out to the side of trouble. It is a good idea to know how far you can chip a certain golf club so you don’t end up on the other side of the fairway, and or behind another obstacle.

Practice your trouble shots in a sand trap as well. Place a group of balls behind a big lip of a sand trap. Move some in the front and back of the trap. Do not forget to stand on a couple of golf balls for that buried golf ball effect. Now take your time hitting the golf balls, keeping in mind for an open clubface, and a slightly closed clubface for those buried lies. Is the sand hard or soft? Take more sand for shorter distances from the flagstick, and less sand for those longer shots. Your target for striking the sand should be 1 to 3 inches behind the golf ball, depending on your distance from the flagstick. Accelerate at impact. Follow through and do not quit on the shot. Again you will find more information on the Internet for mastering these types of trouble shots. Practice until you prefer to be in a trap on the golf course, because it's your favorite golf shot. This will raise your level of confidence when approaching a green on the course with bunkers around it. With enough practice you will actually see the ball drop in the hole coming out of the bunker from time to time. Eventually you will find yourself on the green trying to read the roll of the putting surface before you take the bunker shot.

Take out your 5 wood to practice aiming for the tall timbers. Know your distance. The 5 wood flies high and far. Try to put yourself close to the trees and back, to see how close is too close, and how far back is too far back. Do not forget to practice those long high fades and draw shots.

When you have practiced this drill enough times, it will almost seem like second nature when attempting these same golf trouble shots. You will either impress your foursome or make them stand there in awe. The other ingredients you will need to benefit from this practice routine are confidence and a positive mindset. The game of golf is almost magical at times. What seems impossible at times can have yourself shaking your head in disbelief and saying to yourself. “I can play like a pro!”

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Stack and Tilt Swing Revisited

By now you've probably heard of the Stack and Tilt swing model. Stack and Tilt is relatively new, but it has gained ground on the Tour. Developed by Andy Plummer and Mike Bennett, this new model has drawn good reviews from both veterans and youngsters. Golfers like Eric Axley, Dean Wilson, and Aaron Baddeley have all tried the new swing model. Even some veteran golfers, like Brad Faxon and Mike Weir, have tried it. Stack and Tilt sounds like a good way to cut strokes from your golf handicap.





But Stack and Tilt is controversial. It challenges time-tested principles being taught in today's golf instruction sessions. It's also unique. For one thing, it looks much different than other swing models because the body never moves off the ball. For another, it has golfers tilting to the front on the backswing. This forces players to spring up through impact to hit the ball, which has some experts up in arms. So while Stack and Tilt is new and different, the question remains: Can the new swing model cut strokes from your golf handicap?





Here are three key principles of Stack and Tilt, plus a brief discussion of each to help you decide if you want to try the new swing model.





Stay On The Front Foot





In golf lessons instructors teach you to shift your weight onto your back foot on the downswing. Then, shift it back to your front foot in time for impact. That's hard to do consistently. Thus, you often end up hitting off your front foot. Stack and Tilt teaches you to start with your weight on your front foot and stay there throughout the swing. Its proponents claim this change helps golfers hit the ball solidly-and that they say is what the new swing model is all about.





Critics of Stack and Tilt reject this idea. One of the biggest problems golfers have, they say, is coming down into the ball too steeply. If they lean forward, as the new swing model suggest, they run the risk of making their swing even steeper, unless they dramatically tilt their spines away from the target on the downswing. That's extremely difficult in the milliseconds it takes to swing down, leading to mis-hits. It's easier, they say, to learn to shift your wieght





Tilt Of The Hips





golf lessons also tell players to stay in their address positions through their swing. Stack and Tilt disagrees. It says that your body has a limited capacity to turn when your hips are titled toward the ball, as they are at address. If you stay in that position through impact, the body stops turning, killing momentum and clubhead speed. Stack and Tilt encourages you to release that forward tilt by having you thrust your hips upward. It's a move you often see other athletes make, like baseball players.





Critics of Stack and Tilt say there's definitely a weight shift in the modern swing. They also say that anything can be overdone, including lateral motion, causing mis-hits. But if you look at many of the great golf swings, like Ben Hogan's, you'll see there is clearly lateral motion in them.





Flex Your Spine Away





In addition, Stack and Tilt holds that players must flex their spines away from the target on the downswing. The upward thrust of the hips is coupled with the forward flexing of the upper body. The top half of the spine must then stretch back, tilting away from the target. When the spine goes back and the hips release, the body has great rotational power. Plus the arms are stretched and straightened through impact.





Critics of Stack and Tilt say the model requires great flexibility. Without that, mainly coming from the mid-back, this swing model places a tremendous amount of sheer force on the lumbar back. Sheering is the most destructive force the lumbar spine has to deal with. In addition, Stack and Till places increased load on the front knee. Players with damaged or arthritic leads knees could make them worse.





If you're thinking of trying the Stack and Tilt to cut strokes from your golf handicap, keep one thing mind. Many of the games most noted golf instructors don't teach a system. They teach individuals in golf lessons. These instructors don't believe there's one set of fundamentals for all players. So while Stack and Tilt may be right for some, it may not be right for you.





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How To Drive The Golf Ball Straighter And Longer With Golf Fitness Exercises

This is probably a burning desire of most every golfer on the planet. The desire to drive the golf ball farther and straighter, allowing us to lower our golf scores on the golf course. One of the keys to driving golf the straighter and longer is a golf fitness program. This type of a training program incorporates exercises to improve your golf swing.

An amateur recently sent me an e-mail describing how he is driving the golf longer and straighter than ever before. He plainly states the reason for the improvement is directly connected to a golf fitness program he implemented 10 weeks ago.

Here is what he had to say;

“Sean, Thought I’d drop you a note to let you know I am still enjoying the BioForce workout exercises and I’m getting closer to the goals I set 10 weeks ago.

I still track my workouts and I am encouraged by the progress I see, not only on the chart, but also with my swing. As a reward for my efforts and progress, I bought a new Ping Tour wedge. Why a wedge?

Because I can already see I am hitting my drives consistently much straighter –

This, of course, is giving me more distance and great enjoyment.

And, I am much more consistent with my pitches and chips.

So, a good wedge that will give consistent distance and allow me to try different types of shots to expand my skills seemed like the right reward.

The only thing I am unsure of is “am I pushing myself enough? Could you please have a look at my workouts and advise the best schedule for me to meet my goals.

I know I haven’t pushed myself on some the exercises like Side Holds as I should have; the result being no progress with this.

For my initial goals I have 5 weeks to go, if I miss these then Mid-May is the next deadline I have set.”

Colin

Colin, let me first congratulate you on your progress, determination, and results you are seeing. It is because of your hard work and dedication to the golf fitness programs your golf game is improving.

I always like to say; “I have the easy part, all I have to do is teach you, and the hard part is following through with what I teach you.” I tip my hat to you.

Before I answer your question about “pushing yourself”, I would like to make a note of your goal setting. Goal setting is extremely important. I know Phil and almost every athlete I work with sets goals. On one hand, it allows you to measure yourself and see how you are progressing.

I think all amateur golfers do this to some extent. Aren’t we all trying to lower our handicaps, make more birdies, and overall improve our golf game? The answer is yes, and on some level, we set goals to measure our progress. Additionally goals have another benefit.

It provides a “mark” to achieve, keeps you focused, and provides a sense of accomplishment when met. We as golfers often set goals of lowering our handicap to single digits, drive the golf ball 280 yards, or not make any three putts. These are all “marks” we are trying to hit, and these “marks” are essentially goals.

Once the goals are set, a plan can be put in place to reach those goals. For example, if the desire is to lower your handicap to single digits, part of the plan may be practicing at the range three times per week. On the other hand, if the goal is add an additional 20 yards to your drives, part of the plan may be the implementation of a golf fitness program to increase your flexibility, strength, endurance, and power.

I will also say at times goals are not met, and that is okay. If a goal is not met, it provides us a point to reflect, make adjustments in our current program, and set new goals.

Additionally, Colin you bring up a very good point on how much should you be “pushing yourself” on the exercises. We all probably are aware that in order to improve in any task, golf swing included, we must put forth an effort. How much is very important, and this is of the up most importance in relation to golf fitness exercises.

Let me first say there is a very fine line between the correct amount of exertion and too much exertion. Too much exertion can lead to poor exercise technique and a possible injury. Too little exertion will limit the benefits received from your golf fitness program.

A term I use as a guideline for the correct amount of exertion on each exercise is: “Perform each exercise to your own level of tolerance”.

Essentially this states every exercise you perform should be done with the;

1) Correct technique

And

2) Performed for the number of repetitions in which you can maintain proper exercise technique.

This requires you to “push yourself”, but in addition maintain an awareness of your exercise technique. For example with the golf fitness exercise Side Holds, once you set yourself up in the correct position, you should “hold” the position for the amount of time you can until your technique falters.

This guideline can be followed for almost every golf fitness exercise. Another golf fitness exercise, the Jack Knife should be performed for as many repetitions with the correct technique. If you find your technique starting to falter this is the point at which you stop.

To summarize, we know a golf fitness program can assist a golfer in driving the golf ball longer and straighter. In the bigger picture longer and straighter drives is a goal. In order to achieve a goal in the sport of golf, a plan must be put in place. The plan can include golf fitness exercises as part of the steps for us to meet that goal. Additionally, when we talk about any golf fitness exercise the correct amount of effort must be exerted, but not exceeded. Following the guideline of “perform every golf fitness exercise to your own level of tolerance” will help you maintain this fine line of effort.

Sean Cochran

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How To Build A Consistent Golf Swing

The secrets to a consistent golf swing are hidden in the laws of physics

I was recently discussing the golf swing with a physics professor I had met on the golf course. He said there are really only 2 physical principals that impact a consistent golf swing (he described the forces due to gravity as being negligible in the golf swing).

The physics professor went on to say - "The truth is COAM and Torque is by far the 2 most important factors when learning to build a consistent golf swing."

COAM being the Conservation Of Angular Momentum - the principal that states angular momentum of an object remains constant as long as no external force or moment acts on that object.

COAM says if the object (club head) is brought closer to the axis (formed by the golfer's stable spine), it speeds up. If the club head is moved further out, it slows down. In a consistent golf swing, as the player rotates the club, the hands move farther from the body or axis and slow down. This reduction in momentum feeds into the much lighter club and increases the speed of the club head in the last part of the stroke, in a whiplash type of effect, increasing the force of impact on the ball.

To further illustrate Conservation Of Angular Momentum, picture an ice skater performing a stationary spin on ice. When the skater moves her arms closer to her body, she spins much faster...as the arms are brought farther from the body, the ice skater spins slower.

He described the other principal in a consistent golf swing as Torque.

Torque equals Force X Length(T = FL); where "F" being Force and "L" being length of the lever in our case the length of the golf club shaft.

"F" or Force can be further broken down using Newton's equation for Force; F= ma (Force equals mass X acceleration)

So we now have Torque = mass x acceleration x length (T = maL)

"m" being the mass of the club head, "a" being the acceleration of the club head, and "L" being the length of the golf club.

It is Torque or the twisting action of the golf club that gives real leverage in a consistent golf swing.

Now that you know a little golf swing physics, how do you maximize the principals of Torque and COAM into YOUR golf swing? The secret - you must develop the late hit or "lag" into your golf swing.

The truth is, you will unleash an enormous amount of power at impact because of the principals of Torque and COAM.

The secret is to find a golf instruction system that teaches you how to develop the late hit into your golf swing or you will never reach your potential as a golfer.

It is simply amazing how fast you can build a consistent golf swing by learning the late hit. This is because your swing will now be in harmony with the physical laws of nature - this is how a 150LB golfer can crush 340 yard drives - he is able to harness an incredible amount of power due to Torque and COAM!

Hit 'em Long & Straight!

--John


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Guitar Lesson- Top 5 Myths Keeping You from Playing Like a Pro

Most guitar players desire to become a better guitar player. Lots of guitarist are held back from ever reaching their true potential because they believe myths that have nothing to do with playing the guitar like a pro.

It is not uncommon to see a guitar player give advise to learn to play the guitar or a guitar lesson with some sort of myth involved. I have summed up the top 5 myths that keep people from playing guitar like a pro.

It seems strange to me how many incorrect assumptions and teachings there are in guitar lessons about becoming a better guitarist. Here are a few things that are often NOT true.

1. You should be a well rounded player and learn lots of different styles of music to become a good guitarist.

This is one of the most ridiculous statements I have ever heard on the subject. Segovia (the classical guitar master) wasn't well rounded - he didn't waste his time to master jazz or bluegrass for example. Yngwie Malmsteen didn't study intense jazz guitar. Most great jazz guitarists don't study classical guitar or heavy metal guitar. Stevie Ray Vaughn never learned to play fusion or metal. Great country players usually don't study Progressive Rock. Of course there are examples of players that do learn and play in more than one or two styles, but most of the really great guitarists are
known for the style they focussed on. They are masters of their style, they are specialists, not a jack-of-all-trades type of player. Don't listen to people who say something like, "You must learn blues before you can learn heavy metal or classical guitar."
You do not have to be well rounded.

The only time one needs to learn lots of different styles of music is because your goals REQUIRE it. If you truly love a lot of styles and want to learn them all in a guitar lesson, then go ahead and do that. If you want to be a studio musician or a jobber, then you
will need that versatility. Its very hard to be REALLY good at many styles.

2. You should be able to play all the techniques of the guitar.

Van Halen did tapping but not with all his fingers as others have done. He didn't play finger style much either, but we still regard him as an important guitarist, the same thing can be said for
Vai and many others. Classical guitar master John William's probably doesn't play well with a guitar pick (I am assuming this to be true, I have no proof of it), but he is considered one of the greatest
classical guitarists alive today. Skills like improvisation, songwriting and playing with a guitar pick or not going to be high on his list of skills to acquire. This is because classical guitarists generally don't do those things - and don't need to to be great at what they do. These players are great players in their own ways and they have spent many years developing their skills. Learning everything about guitar playing would have taken away precious practice time from the things they needed to focus on to reach their goals.

3. Teaching yourself is the best way to be original.

This is so obviously false it's hard to believe that anyone could actually believe it - yet some people still do. Don't fall into the trap of thinking this is the best way to learn. This is the most close-minded philosophy I can think of. Musical skills are tools. One should want to obtain and master as many of these tools as will be needed to reach your goals. Doing that alone won't work well and even if it does eventually work, it will take ten times as long! Besides, how will you know if what you are trying to do is original if you don't learn about what has already been done? You need some sort of guitar lesson.

4. To be GREAT means I have to be BETTER than everybody
else.

What matters is reaching YOUR goals, not someone else's goals. Who cares if you are or are not better than someone else? This is not the Olympics. Music is the art of expression (or for some people, the science of entertainment).

5. You need natural talent to be a great (or even a good) musician. Don't believe this.

It is true that some people possess more natural abilities in one or skill or another. For example, some athletes are naturally fast sprinters. Others are great marathon runners. Others can swim faster
or longer. Others can jump higher. Others are stronger. Others are smarter. Others have faster reflexes. Others can through a football better. Others can shoot a basketball better, etc. The point is athletes with great abilities have them usually in one area. For example, Michael Jordan (arguably the world's greatest basketball player of all time) was not very successful when he tried to play baseball (or golf for that matter). Think about athletes in the
olympics, they are specialists. They have found their natural ability and developed it to its greatest potential, but that natural ability is usually limited to one skill.

Music is very different from a skill or a sport. There is no such thing as musical skill. There exists only a large set of musical skills. Think about some of the very different types of skills a musician needs to have: a highly developed ear, good physical technique on his/her instrument, heightened creativity, the ability to improvise well, songwriting/composing skills, the ability to play in time, the ability to play with others, the comprehension of
music theory, a good memory, the ability to read music, etc. The list goes on and on. Some players have a natural ability to play fast, some have naturally good ears, some have good voices, some are naturally more creative than others, some are natural improvisers, etc. NOBODY has natural talent in all of the necessary areas to be a complete musician.

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