Mesa, Phoenix, Tempe, Arizona Golf Lessons Update: Monday, November 28, 2011

Well, here we are again in Holiday Season. Why not treat someone you know this season a gift certificate for a golf lesson or a series of golf lessons. And, I have a special offer, but you must call me to hear about the special offer. The “special offer” will expire on 12/24/11.

Robbie Camacho, PGA Teaching Professional & Coach
Dobson Ranch, Mesa, AZ

Update for Phoenix, Mesa Golf Lessons at Dobson Ranch: Monday October 17, 2011

Golfers: Are you set-up correctly? And what actual does set-up mean?

Set-Up: To be in a “ready” athletic body/golf club position prior to the start of the golf swing. Below is a list of items that make up the “set-up.”

Grip [proper placement of the hands and style of grip - ten-finger, overlap, or interlock]
Posture [posture will vary depending on the golf club to used at time of shot, and if you grip-down to make the club shorter]
Stance [type of stance - open, closed, or square, and width of stance]
Aim [aiming the center of the clubface at target. The leading edge of the clubhead to be perpendicular the ball-flight line]
Body Alignment [body facing ball-flight line with toe-line, knees, thighs, hips, arms, parallel to ball-flight line. Note: shoulders on the same plane as the ball-flight line]
Ball Position [back of stance, forward, or middle of stance? The golf club itself will determine the ball position by way of its length and lie angle. Also the body plays a role as well. And preference by the player]
Hand Position [both hands "centered" between the shoulders]
Shaft Angle [shaft angle leans forward with the shorter clubs, while the shaft angle leans back with the longer clubs. Note: length of club, lie angle, body determine]
Balance [weight distribution, static, and dynamic]

The best way to seek improve with your golf swing is to have a good “set-up”. If you woukld like help please feel free to contact me. A golf lesson on “set-up” may just be what you need for a better golf swing.

Robbie Camacho, PGA Golf Instructor
Dobson Ranch Golf Course

Golf Lessons Update: Mesa, Phoenix, Tempe for September 1, 2011

This post is for those golfers who are frustrated when it comes to bunker shots. Here in the Phoenix metro area you may find that the texture in the bunkers vary from course to course. From hard, bare, and crusty, to soft, and really soft. So, what do you do? And how do you practice when it comes to the type of sand. Well, here is what you can do: make a phone call to your nearest golf course and ask the golf shop staff. They pro’s in the shop will inform you if they do have a practice bunker, and then just ask what is the texture of the sand like.

For firm to hard: you need a wedge that does not have a lot of bounce. But how can you tell if you have too much bounce.

Here is how: Image 1

Notice that the *trailing edge is lower than the *leading edge. This wedge is best for firm/hard/bare sand.

Image 2: Notice that the *trailing edge is higher than the *leading edge. This wedge is best for soft to really soft sand.

*Trailing Edge – The trailing edge is the very back part of the sole of a golf club. Literally, the trailing edge is the edge of the clubhead that is bringing up the rear (trailing) during a swing.

*Leading Edge – The front-most edge of the sole of a golf club. Literally, the edge of the club that leads in a swing.

For help on bunker shots please feel free to contact to discuss.

Robbie Camacho, PGA Golf Instructor
Dobson Ranch Golf Course
Mesa, AZ

Mesa, Phoenix, Tempe Golf Lessons: Update – Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Ten things to ponder before you financial, emotionally, and physically commit to golf lessons:

1. Can I make a time commitment to attend?
2. Can I set time to actually practice post lesson(s)?
3. Can I accept change?
4. Can I set time to play on the golf course?
5. Can I be patient?
6. Can I allow my instructor to fully lead me?
7. Can I allow myself to be coached on putting, chipping, pitching, and bunker shots?
8. Can I ask questions if I don’t understand?
9. Can I take written notes, audio, or even video?
10. Can I stay focussed on MY golf instructor/coach for the entire duration of a lesson series?

Robbie Camacho, PGA Golf Instructor & Coach
Dobson Ranch
Rio Salado

Phoenix – Mesa – Tempe Golf Lessons Update: Wednesday, July 27, 2010

As of August 1, 2011: I will be offering golf instruction, lessons, playing lessons, and coaching at Dobson Ranch in Mesa, AZ.

Dobson Ranch offers a full 18 hole golf course, lighted full driving range [grass], practice putting greens, chipping, pitching areas, and a practice bunker. So you can book a lesson on every aspect of the game.

For more information about golf lessons and instruction at Dobson Ranch, please contact me directly.

Note: You must book your lesson with me, not Dobson Ranch.

Robbie Camacho, PGA Golf Instructor.
(602) 828-GOLF (4653)

Phoenix / Tempe / Arizona Golf Lessons Update: Monday, July 18, 2011

My blog made it to AllTop: http://golf.alltop.com/ Think of Alltop as an “online magazine rack.” For more information visit: http://alltop.com/about/

You will find not only my blog, but you can read other golf related blogs that may be of interest to you: golf.alltop.com.

Robbie Camacho, PGA Golf Instructor/Coach

Update: Phoenix / Tempe / Arizona Golf Lessons for July 14, 2011

In the images below you will notice the shaft [angle] varies from club-to-club. But what does influence the shaft angle? The lie angle and length of the club determine shaft angle at set-up. You will see in image #1 [wedge] that the shaft angle is leaning forward, while image #4 [driver] the shaft is leaning back. Another influencer of shaft angle is your stance-width.

Set-Up [Wedge]

Set-Up [7 iron]

Set-Up [4 iron]

Set-Up [3 fairway]

Set-Up [Driver]

If you are not sure about the correct shaft angle at set-up, please feel free to contact me for discussion.

Robbie Camacho, PGA Golf Instructor

Phoenix – Tempe – Arizona Golf Lessons Update: Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Golf lessons for $20 [15-minute session], unlimited golf lessons, and golf lessons in your backyard:

Robbie Camacho, PGA Golf Instructor / Coach

Arizona, Phoenix, Tempe: Golf Lessons Update for July, 12 2011

The golf instruction video below is about the golf stance. Stance: Square / Open / Closed

Robbie Camacho, PGA Golf Instructor / Coach

Phoenix – Tempe, Arizona Golf Lessons Update: July 8, 2011

Just launched as of today: Unlimited golf lessons for one month at Fiddlesticks driving range. What? Yes it is true. If you really want to improve and with a SUBSTANTIAL COST savings, then this may just be the thing for you.

Cost: $295 per person.

Add your friend, child, or spouse for $100

How does it work?

You are limited to one 45-minute lesson per day of availability.

Schedule [46 time slots per week to book a time]

Your one-month starts the day of your first lesson.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
8:00 am – 11:00 am
6:00 pm – 8:15 pm

Friday
8:00 am – 11:00 am

Saturday
8:00 am – 11:00 am

But what if I can’t do four weeks in a row?
No problem, let’s say you do three weeks in a row, but your going out of town on week four – you can complete week four when you return.

What about the range balls?
The range balls are not included, but Fiddlesticks offers discounted range cards for balls. Ask the golf shop staff details.

What if I am a beginner?
This program is the best for you to learn the sport of golf. Why? You can be trained up to six days per week for a month.

What if I am a really good player?
Well, you too will benefit. How so? For one month of coaching – you can learn to polish your current skills in just about every aspect of your game. If it is short game where you need the msot help, well then you can receive coaching and training in areas to better your game.

Can I add my friend, son, or wife? Yes you can. You only pay an additioanl $100 for one more person. So now you have more of a cost savings advantage if you add your spouse, son, or friend.

For more information, please contact me direct, not Fiddlesticks. Thank you.

Robbie Camacho, PGA Golf Instructor