Examples of Course Outlines:-

Course Objectives:-

THE GOLF ATHLETE Level I and II Seminars

“Enlightened coaches will accelerate their coaching outcomes by embracing the link that physical inability may lead to technical deficiencies. The Golf Athlete aims to support coaches, players and allied health staff who support this approach on a daily basis”.

                     Co-Founders of The Golf Athlete (left to right):
                       Michael Dalgleish Sports Physiotherapist,
                              Robert Neal Golf Biomechanist,
                   TGA Consultant Kelvin Giles (Movement Dynamics)

The Golf Athlete (TGA) has a range of seminars from a few hours through to full one and two day specialist seminars - each of our courses have detailed course descriptions, which can be found by navigating straight to the Course Outlines page on www.thegolfathlete.com.

GBD ASSISTANT

This is a unique opportunity for a recently graduated PGA Professional (Australian/NZ only) to live in the US and work with Golf BioDynamics as a first Assistant at the prestigious Jim McLean Golf School. A traineeship lasting 12-18 months with the result of being attaining accreditation as both a GBD instructor and a Jim McLean Instructor.

For opportunities to join the team as a either a GBD or Jim McLean Assistant please contact us directly: K.Harrison@golfbiodynamics.com

GBD Assistant Opportunity

It is a unique opportunity for young Australian Golf Professionals wishing to develop new skills and advance their careers with the focus squarely on golf instruction. The position combines certification in the Jim McLean Teaching System as well as developing expertise in the use of 3D technology for Swing Analysis, BioFeedback Training and exercise prescription alongside world expert in golf biomechanics, Robert Neal.

The program started in 2008 with the first Golf BioDynamics Assistant, Brett Bridgman. Brett currently resides in Singapore where his is quicklydeveloping his reputation at The Phil Brew Golf Academy (The National Service Resort and Country Club). Following in Brett's footsteps, the next Australian PGA professional to take up the position hailed from Royal Canberra Golf Club - Steve Keogh. Steve is now the Teaching Professional at Tempe Driving Range (Sydney, Australia) and is also continuing his education studying Sport Science and Personal Training.

Our current Golf BioDynamics Assistant is Gavin Sutherland. Gavin is from the Hunter Valley in NSW and arrived to Miami in August 2010. During his time here at the Jim Mclean Golf School he has managed to work first hand with many top level amateurs and Tour Professionals the likes of Keegan Bradley, Alexis Thompson and Andres Romero as well as the German and Danish National Golf Teams. He has also attended the 2011 PGA Golf Show in Orlando, FL as well as the 2010 World Golf Fitness Summit hosted by TPI. Gavin will be completing his training in March 2012 and is currently exploring his future teaching options either still in the United States or back in Australia.  

We would like to formally thank Brett, Steve and Gavin for the exceptional job they have performed for both Golf BioDynamics and The Jim McLean Golf School and we wish them all the success with their futures. 

We are also excited to announce our next Golf BioDynamics Assistant for the 2012 -2013 season, Josh Longney. Josh is originally from New Zealand and became a PGA member of Australia at the end of 2009. He completed his PGA training at the prestigious New South Wales Golf Club. This summer he accepted an internship at Royal Portrush Golf Cub (Northern Ireland). Josh will begin his Golf BioDynamics training in December 2011 and we look forward to welcoming him to the team at Doral.

Read about Assistant for 2008 Brett Bridgman  (PDF)

Read about GBD Assistant for 2009, Steve Keogh  (PDF)

NEW! – Jim McLean and GBD Instructor Training

Jim McLean and Dr. Robert Neal are presenting a unique opportunity for Instructors to sharpen their teaching skills. Learn the McLean Teaching System and the GBD 3D process (3D Swing Analysis, BioFeedback Training and Physical Screening) from some of the best in the business. Perfectly situated in South Florida, at the Doral Golf Resort and Spa, The Jim McLean Golf School will provide instructors with an intense learning environment.

An intensive 4 week training course being offered (limited months) at the Jim McLean Golf School at Doral will include:

• Small group Instruction (numbers will be limited)
• Prior teaching experience is a pre-requisite
• Best Practice Techniques
• How to improve the service delivery at your facility
• Theory and Practical: The McLean System, presenting skills, filming techniques, 2D swing analysis, all parts of the game covered.
• 3D Biomechanics and Swing Analysis: The Theory, Interpreting the Results, Hands on 3D Data collection and Biofeedback training
• Developing Juniors
• Elite Player Development
• Linking the physical to the technical
• Physical Screening Techniques – what can you do on the range.
• Deliberate Practice – planning practice sessions for your students
• Mental Game and Course Management – for the average player, for the playing professional
• Provided: Basic JC Video software, The newly revised Eight Step Swing Book (Jim McLean), Biomechanics Manual (Dr. Rob Neal)
• Trackman Instruction – understanding Ball Flight Laws and interpreting the Trackman data, links to club fitting and instruction
• Accommodation options will be made available
• Optional week of golf on South Florida Courses (play can be organized)

Course Presenters:

Jim McLean
Robert Neal
Karen Harrison
Chris Toulson
Bobby Cole
Glen Farnsworth
Jared Isaacs

Please send your application/expression of interest to:

Karen Harrison
C/O The Jim McLean Golf School
Doral Golf Resort
4400 NW 87th Ave
Miami FL 33178
K.Harrison@golfbiodynamics.com


Please Note: The course is still being finalized thus some of the details mentioned above may in fact change.

Two Day Seminar with Mr. Jim McLean and Dr. Robert Neal