Author: Sarah Chen

The Missing Piece: How Emphasis and Proof Transform Your Golf Swing I’ve been teaching golf for over 15 years, and I’ve noticed something interesting about golfers who make real breakthroughs. They’re not necessarily the ones with the most natural talent or the fanciest equipment. They’re the ones who understand the “why” behind what they’re doing. One of my students, Shammah, came to me frustrated after years of inconsistency. His swing had parts that worked beautifully—his takeaway was smooth, his tempo was reasonable—but something was missing. When we finally identified the specific piece he needed, his entire game shifted. That’s the…

Welcome to Golf’s Golden Age: How to Make the Most of the Game’s Growth I’ve been teaching golf for over 15 years, and I’ve never seen momentum like what we’re experiencing right now. The numbers tell an inspiring story: we’re at participation levels we haven’t seen since the Tiger Woods era, more women are playing than ever before, and golf has become recognized as a genuine wellness activity rather than just a recreational pastime. If you’re picking up clubs now or looking to improve your game, you’re joining something special. But here’s what I want to tell you as an…

Playing the Wind and Course Setup at Pebble Beach: What Tour Pros Know That You Can Apply This week, the golf world’s attention turns to one of the most iconic venues in the sport. “Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach, Calif.” is hosting the 2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, where the best players in the world will compete this week. But here’s what I want you to understand: watching Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and the other 80 top professionals navigate this course isn’t just entertainment—it’s a masterclass in strategic golf that translates directly to your game. Whether you’re a weekend…

The Power of Understanding Your Swing: How Clarity Creates Quick Improvement One of the most rewarding moments in my teaching career is when a student comes back to the range with a completely different energy—lighter, more confident, and visibly improved. I see it in their posture, their tempo, and most importantly, in their results. What’s interesting is that these breakthroughs rarely happen by accident. They come from understanding not just what to do, but why you’re doing it. One student shared something that perfectly captures this: “In one week of watching the videos in your system, my swing is better…

The Art of Playing “Boring” Golf: Why Consistency Beats Distance Every Single Time I want to tell you something I’ve learned after 15 years of teaching golfers at every level: the players who improve the fastest aren’t the ones obsessing over swing speed or chasing the longest drives. They’re the ones who’ve figured out that patience pays better dividends than heroics. Last week, an 18-year-old named Blades Brown demonstrated this principle beautifully at The American Express, and his performance offers us a masterclass in smart golf. More importantly, his approach is completely transferable to your game—whether you’re shooting 75 or…

Equipment Matters: What the Pros Know That Can Transform Your Game This week at Pebble Beach, I’m watching something fascinating happen in the equipment trailers. Professional golfers are testing new drivers at different lengths, evaluating fairway woods with fresh technology, and meticulously choosing putters that match their stroke. And here’s what I want you to understand: they’re not doing this because equipment is magic. They’re doing it because the right tools, matched to YOUR swing, can unlock real improvement. In my 15+ years of teaching, I’ve noticed that amateur golfers often fall into one of two traps. Either they ignore…

The Hospitality Game: How Club Culture Impacts Your Performance and Practice You know what I’ve noticed after 15 years of teaching golf at every level? The environment where you practice and play matters far more than most golfers realize. I’m not just talking about the quality of the greens or the layout of the range—I’m talking about the entire experience that surrounds your golf. When a golf club invests in creating spaces where members genuinely want to spend time, where the food is excellent, where the service makes you feel valued, and where the community feels welcoming, something shifts in…

One of the most rewarding parts of my 15 years teaching golfers is watching that moment when something clicks. A student walks up to the range with tension in their shoulders, a vague sense that something’s “off” with their swing. Then, after we isolate the right fundamental and they understand not just the what, but the why behind it, their entire posture changes. Their confidence returns. This happens more often than you’d think, and it tells me something important: most golfers aren’t far from playing their best golf. You’re probably closer than you realize too. The Power of Understanding Your…