Renowned PGA Professionals Suzy Whaley (left) and Laird Small will serve as Masters of Ceremonies at the 2008 PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit. (Photos: The PGA of America)
If you are a PGA Professional who cares about Golf Instruction, you need to attend the 11th PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit!
The PGA of America invites you to come to the PGA Learning Center in Port St. Lucie, Fla., to experience the expertise of leading PGA instructors -- including the three most recent national PGA Teachers of the Year -- in an environment designed to grow your skills as a teacher and coach.
-- Learn how a greater understanding of Physical Motion can lead to longer-term participation from your customers
-- Gain insights into Learning Golf vs. Teaching Golf
-- Find out the best ways to utilize today's tools and technology, to help grow your instruction business
PGA Professionals Laird Small (the 2003 PGA Teacher of the Year) and Suzy Whaley will serve as Masters of Ceremonies in this fast-paced, energized Summit that has something for every PGA instructor.
WHAT: The 11th PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit
WHEN: December 3-7, 2008
WHERE: PGA Learning Center, Port St. Lucie, Fla.
COSTS: $600 for PGA members; $850 for non-members (Cost includes entry to the Summit, goodie bag with sponsor gifts, and breakfast and lunch every day.)
REGISTER: online today at PgaLinks.com
PRESENTING SPONSOR: Callaway Golf
SUPPORTING SPONSORS: Golf Pride Grips, SkyGolf GPS
Wednesday, December 3 -- Play Golf America Day
Volunteer for the fun and excitement of a Play Golf America day, and share your instructional expertise with golfers of all ages and abilities.
Thursday, December 4 -- Sponsor Technology Day and PGA/USA Today HotLine
Test the latest designs in golf equipment, golf balls, golf grips and distance-measuring devices. Sponsor technology day is presented by Callaway Golf with support from
Golf Pride Grips and SkyGolf GPS.
Participate in the PGA/USA Today Hotline via phone or online. You can help golfers improve their game and make their golf experience more enjoyable.
Summit attendees will discover the strategies that will help lead the instruction business into the future. Each day concludes with a roundtable discussion and audience Q&A.
Friday, December 5 -- Physical Motion (8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. ET)
Learn physical motion behaviors that help provide developmental strategies for long-term participation by your students.
Speakers include:
-- Dr. Rick Rigsby, Rigsby Communications
-- David Donatucci, PGA Performance Center
-- David Phillips, PGA
-- Dr. Greg Rose, Titleist Performance Institute
Saturday, December 6 -- Learning and Coaching (8 a.m.-5:15 p.m. ET)
A "must see" learning environment featuring presentations and live lessons that focus on attaining high performance in coaching. Discover insights into Learning Golf vs. Teaching Golf. The presentations focus on "How to Attain High Performance in your Coaching."
Speakers include:
-- Michael Hebron, PGA
-- Dennis Walters, 2008 Distinguished Service Award
-- Jim Estes, PGA
-- Judy Alvarez, PGA
-- Martin Hall, PGA, 2008 PGA Teacher of the Year
-- Jim Hardy, PGA, 2007 PGA Teacher of the Year
-- Bill Forrest, PGA, 2006 PGA Teacher of the Year
Sunday, December 7 -- Technology (8 a.m.-4:00 p.m. ET)
From Two-Dimensional Analysis to Sensitivity Training, today's experts will share experiences that help formulate strategies for successful long-term participation in the game of golf.
Speakers include:
-- Errie Ball, PGA, last living member of the first Masters Tournament
-- Chris Welch, e-Welch Technology
-- Dan Goldstein, Sports Balance Technology
-- Andy Beyrer, LinxTracker
-- Mike Bender, PGA
-- Henry Brunton, Canadian PGA
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