Junior Golf Lesson for Your Putting Process: Mastering Refocusing and Routine
Want to give your young golfer an advantage on the greens? This blog post dives into the world of junior golf lessons, specifically focusing on putting – a skill that can shave multiple strokes off their scorecard! We'll explore a structured "putting process" that incorporates both mental refocusing and a consistent routine. These techniques, while demonstrated by a young golfer, are valuable for players of all ages!
Building a Strong Putting Foundation
Imagine a young golfer standing over a crucial putt. Butterflies flutter in their stomach, and the pressure to sink it feels immense. Junior golf lessons that address these anxieties equip young players with tools to manage their emotions and focus on the task at hand.
The Putting Process: Gearing Up for Success
The putting process can be broken down into two key elements: refocusing and routine.
- Refocusing: The Mental Math Drill
Before any physical movement, a young golfer needs a moment to assess the situation. Think of this as solving a "mental math problem." They should consider factors like the distance of the putt, the slope of the green, and any potential breaks. A simple visual trick involves estimating where the ball needs to roll two-thirds of the distance to the hole, then doubling that distance to determine the starting aim point. We demonstrate this technique in the video!
- Building Confidence Through Routine
Once the "mental math" is solved, it's time for the routine. This is a series of consistent steps the young golfer takes before every putt, creating a sense of comfort and familiarity. The videos showcase a routine that includes:
- Taking a decisive first step to initiate the routine.
- Taking one look at the hole.
- Taking a practice swing or two, making sure they are realistic and not too forceful.
- Stepping back in and hitting the putt with a smooth stroke.
Making Junior Golf Lessons Fun: Engaging Activities
Junior golf lessons shouldn't be confined to drills! Here are some creative activities from the videos to make putting practice engaging for young golfers:
- Six-Ball Challenge: This drill helps with distance control. The golfer hits six putts, aiming to get them all within one club length of the hole. If they miss, they have to putt again until they achieve all six putts within the designated distance.
Mastering Putting: Beyond the Basics
Want to take your young golfer's putting game to the next level? Our Score Better Video Program offers a comprehensive approach to putting instruction, incorporating these drills, and many more! It's packed with engaging lessons that will help your young golfer master every aspect of putting, from distance control to self-talk to reading greens.
Ready to see a transformation in your young golfer's putting? Check out the Score Better Video Program today!
