If you're in the market for a great driver, fairway or hybrid now is the time to save money. We have a good selection of demo drivers, fairway woods and hybrids available. These include Ping, Callaway and Taylor Made products. Many of these clubs have only been used a few times and only indoors. Some haven't been hit at all so they are essentially brand new.
We also have a good selection of putters, wedges and bags at clearance prices. If you're in the market for new equipment remember we accept trade in's, or we will sell your old equipment for you on consignment.
Remember this Saturday, September 15th we will be at the Hermitage Golf Center for our Adams Fitting Day. Our Adams Golf Representative will be on hand using launch monitor technology to evaluate your present driver and compare it to the new Adams products. He will also have all the new Adams products for customers to try. This service is free and an appointment is preferred. Call Steve at Golf Rx at 288-4539 to set up your time. Hermitage Golf Center is located at the corner of Old Hickory Blvd. and Andrew Jackson Parkway in Hermitage. We will be there from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM.
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Adams Fitting Day Saturday September 15th
Sign up for our Adams Fitting Day to be held at Hermitage Golf Center on Saturday, September 15th. Scott Harriger, our Adams representative and Steve will be on hand using launch monitor technology to compare your equipment to the new Adams drivers, fairways, hybrids and irons.
You'll have a chance to try the new Adams equipment and compare it to what you're presently using. Scott will be doing driver fittings providing each person with the correct specifications for loft, shaft and length. The service is free - all you need to do is call Golf Rx at (615) 288-4539 and make an appointment.
Hermitage Golf Center is located at 4000 Andrew Jackson Parkway in Hermitage. Come experience the difference custom fitting equipment can make in your game.
You'll have a chance to try the new Adams equipment and compare it to what you're presently using. Scott will be doing driver fittings providing each person with the correct specifications for loft, shaft and length. The service is free - all you need to do is call Golf Rx at (615) 288-4539 and make an appointment.
Hermitage Golf Center is located at 4000 Andrew Jackson Parkway in Hermitage. Come experience the difference custom fitting equipment can make in your game.
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Considering new equipment? Let me sell your old clubs.
A lot of players in the market for new clubs are disappointed when they see the trade in values on their old equipment. Golf Rx offers you another option that can save you hundreds of dollars on your new club purchase.
I will sell your old clubs for you. Let's look at an example. Say you're in the market for a new set of irons and you are currently playing with a set of Taylor Made R7 irons, steel shaft 4-gw. The trade in price is $72.00. If I sell that set for you at $200.00 less the 15 % consignment fee that's almost $100.00 in savings for you towards your new set.
I have saved my customers hundreds of dollars toward their new equipment purchases by offering this service. If you're in the market for new equipment give me a call and we'll see how much we can save you as well.
I will sell your old clubs for you. Let's look at an example. Say you're in the market for a new set of irons and you are currently playing with a set of Taylor Made R7 irons, steel shaft 4-gw. The trade in price is $72.00. If I sell that set for you at $200.00 less the 15 % consignment fee that's almost $100.00 in savings for you towards your new set.
I have saved my customers hundreds of dollars toward their new equipment purchases by offering this service. If you're in the market for new equipment give me a call and we'll see how much we can save you as well.
Thursday, July 5, 2012
I want to be more consistent...
The most common request I hear from all my new students is "I want to hit the ball more consistently." In regards to the full swing this means controlling the flight of the ball, it's trajectory and the distance it travels. This may sound simple but even the game's most talented players struggle to maintain consistency.
Imagine you need a par on the last hole to shoot your lowest score ever or to win your member event. After a good drive you are 175 yards from the green and select a 5 iron. With bunkers surrounding the narrow green the task is challenging but not impossible, right?
But look at it from this perspective. With a hitting area on the clubface of only 2 inches, you have to strike a ball only 1.67 inches in diameter. The 15 ounce club, which builds up a dynamic pulling weight of nearly 100 pounds during the 1.5 second swing, has to be swung at a speed close to 90 miles per hour through an arc of 16 feet. The ball is only on the clubface for 0.00035 of a second, and to be hit the desired distance and direction it needs to be launched at an angle of 42 degrees.
You can now see why consistency is a problem no matter how talented or gifted the player. If you add outside factors such as wind, the condition of the lie and the player's level of confidence to the equation, it shows how precise the swing has to be.
It is my opinion that the root cause of inconsistent ball striking is poor fundamentals that result early on in players developing bad swing habits. All too often these players then move from one tip to the next trying to find the key to great golf. In almost every case players seeking a short cut to a better game with quick fix solutions find they don't last more than one round.
As a PGA Teaching Professional I use my 25 years experience and ability to diagnose the cause of a problem and quickly demonstrate the proper cure. Rather than to try "changing" a person's swing, I point out what is causing their shot problem and explain how to correct it in a simple and concise manner. My goal is to help students achieve long term improvement that in turn rewards them with what they are seeking - A better golf game.
Imagine you need a par on the last hole to shoot your lowest score ever or to win your member event. After a good drive you are 175 yards from the green and select a 5 iron. With bunkers surrounding the narrow green the task is challenging but not impossible, right?
But look at it from this perspective. With a hitting area on the clubface of only 2 inches, you have to strike a ball only 1.67 inches in diameter. The 15 ounce club, which builds up a dynamic pulling weight of nearly 100 pounds during the 1.5 second swing, has to be swung at a speed close to 90 miles per hour through an arc of 16 feet. The ball is only on the clubface for 0.00035 of a second, and to be hit the desired distance and direction it needs to be launched at an angle of 42 degrees.
You can now see why consistency is a problem no matter how talented or gifted the player. If you add outside factors such as wind, the condition of the lie and the player's level of confidence to the equation, it shows how precise the swing has to be.
It is my opinion that the root cause of inconsistent ball striking is poor fundamentals that result early on in players developing bad swing habits. All too often these players then move from one tip to the next trying to find the key to great golf. In almost every case players seeking a short cut to a better game with quick fix solutions find they don't last more than one round.
As a PGA Teaching Professional I use my 25 years experience and ability to diagnose the cause of a problem and quickly demonstrate the proper cure. Rather than to try "changing" a person's swing, I point out what is causing their shot problem and explain how to correct it in a simple and concise manner. My goal is to help students achieve long term improvement that in turn rewards them with what they are seeking - A better golf game.
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
All putters now 20% Off
During the month of June all in-stock putters at Golf Rx are 20 % off. We have a great selection of putters from Odyssey, Ping, Taylor Made, Yes and Bettinardi all 20 % off the regular price. We have a good selection of Belly Putters as well.
If you're in the market for new equipment we proudly custom fit Ping, Callaway, Taylor Made and Adams Golf Equipment. We also offer same day service on re-gripping and next day service on re-shafting. Loft and Lie adjustments are ready within an hour.
If the problem is the indian rather than the arrow then schedule a lesson with Steve. An award winning instructor and author of three instructional books, Steve will quickly diagnose your problem and explain the cure in an easy to understand manner.
Golf Rx offers gift certificates for any and all products and services. Call, stop by or visit our website at www.kirkpatrickgolf.com.
If you're in the market for new equipment we proudly custom fit Ping, Callaway, Taylor Made and Adams Golf Equipment. We also offer same day service on re-gripping and next day service on re-shafting. Loft and Lie adjustments are ready within an hour.
If the problem is the indian rather than the arrow then schedule a lesson with Steve. An award winning instructor and author of three instructional books, Steve will quickly diagnose your problem and explain the cure in an easy to understand manner.
Golf Rx offers gift certificates for any and all products and services. Call, stop by or visit our website at www.kirkpatrickgolf.com.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Transition in the golf swing
One of the most common faults I see with weekend players is in the transition from backswing to forward swing. Watch any tour player's swing in slow motion and you will notice that their change of direction from backswing to forward swing begins from the ground up with their feet and knees. Most amateurs however start the forward swing with their upper bodies either by heaving their shoulders or a jerky attempt to force the club towards the ball with their hands. Both movements result in a significant loss of power, poor contact with the ball and misdirected shots.
To help my students feel the proper transition movement I use two drills. The first is to have the student go back to his baseball or softball days. I'll have them pretend they're at the plate and swing as they did when hitting a baseball. They naturally begin their swing into the ball from the ground up using their feet and knees. It's fun to watch their expressions when the "light bulb goes off" as they sense the movement and then relate it to their golf swing.
The second drill is to have my student swing the club to the top of their backswing then hold that position for four or five seconds. This allows them to feel their feet and legs resisting the coiling action of their upper body. The deliberate pause also enables the student to trigger the downswing as a reflex uncoiling action with their feet and legs.
To help my students feel the proper transition movement I use two drills. The first is to have the student go back to his baseball or softball days. I'll have them pretend they're at the plate and swing as they did when hitting a baseball. They naturally begin their swing into the ball from the ground up using their feet and knees. It's fun to watch their expressions when the "light bulb goes off" as they sense the movement and then relate it to their golf swing.
The second drill is to have my student swing the club to the top of their backswing then hold that position for four or five seconds. This allows them to feel their feet and legs resisting the coiling action of their upper body. The deliberate pause also enables the student to trigger the downswing as a reflex uncoiling action with their feet and legs.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Come try all the new equipment
If you're in the market for new golf equipment Golf Rx is just the place for you. We have all the new clubs from Ping, Taylor Made, Callaway and Adams Golf . We have demo clubs you can try on our simulator or take to the range or course.
We also offer professional custom fitting of all the lines we carry including wedges and putters. Custom fit clubs cost no more than off the rack sets while allowing you the benefit of choosing only the clubs you need.
We can also evaluate your existing clubs to make sure they are right for your individual size and swing. If adjustments need to be made such as length, lie angle or grip size we can do the work in house, and have your clubs ready the next day.
If you are considering new equipment this year or have questions about your present equipment give Steve a call and he'll be happy to answer your questions.
Golf Rx is a locally owned full service golf facility offering PGA instruction, professional custom fitted equipment and club repair services including re-gripping, re-shafting and loft and lie adjustment. We specialize in personal and professional service for our customers.
We also offer professional custom fitting of all the lines we carry including wedges and putters. Custom fit clubs cost no more than off the rack sets while allowing you the benefit of choosing only the clubs you need.
We can also evaluate your existing clubs to make sure they are right for your individual size and swing. If adjustments need to be made such as length, lie angle or grip size we can do the work in house, and have your clubs ready the next day.
If you are considering new equipment this year or have questions about your present equipment give Steve a call and he'll be happy to answer your questions.
Golf Rx is a locally owned full service golf facility offering PGA instruction, professional custom fitted equipment and club repair services including re-gripping, re-shafting and loft and lie adjustment. We specialize in personal and professional service for our customers.
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