{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf","title":"Effective Coaching Methods with Andy Hayes of The Golf Practice","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3605,"description":"NewClub > https://www.newclub.golf\n\nIn partnership with Titleist > https://www.titleist.com\n\nThe Golf Practice > https://thegolfpractice.com/\n\nSummary\n\nIn this episode, Matt interviews Andy Hayes, a senior coach at The Golf Practice, about coaching kids and adults in golf. They discuss the importance of creating a safe and fun environment for kids to learn and develop their skills. Andy emphasizes the need to let kids lead and discover the game on their own terms. When it comes to coaching adults, Andy highlights the importance of effective teaching and learning methods, focusing on problem-solving and self-discovery. He also emphasizes the value of asking questions and helping players understand the cause and effect of their swing. In this conversation, Matt and Andy discuss the importance of asking questions in golf coaching and finding a balance between providing instruction and allowing students to problem solve. They also explore the mindset and patience required for improvement in golf, as well as the role of fitness and body awareness in the game. Andy shares insights from his coaching experience and highlights the value of the coaching relationship and the enjoyment of the struggle in golf.\n\nChapters\n\n00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction\n02:27 Playing Golf with Kids and the Importance of Safety and Fun\n04:36 Coaching Kids at Different Ages and Skill Levels\n09:45 The Role of Birdie Balls and Other Tools in Junior Coaching\n12:43 Transitioning to Junior Golf and High School Golf\n18:24 The Short Season of High School Golf\n23:38 Coaching Adults and Effective Coaching Methods\n27:08 Effective Coaching: Teaching vs. Learning Environments\n30:48 Asking Questions and Helping Players Understand Their Swing\n31:20 The Power of Asking Questions\n38:28 The Coach-Golfer Relationship\n41:14 The Number One Thing Holding People Back\n44:26 Embracing the Difficulty of Golf\n50:08 The Role of Fitness in Golf\n55:26 Enjoying the Process of Improvement","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/UTWF4LINKJxQLEH-r1aPYxPmlXn5V5SbcsdRGBvWeuk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNTEx/NjJmODg0OWI2ZGU5/NmZlMDBhMDljZDFh/YmNkYi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}