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What a waste! I played on a perfect day yesterday. The course was pristine and the weather ideal. I’ve also been in pretty good form so I was looking forward to the game. It was also great to get out of the office early and get some fresh air. But I stuffed up. And I’m annoyed about it.

I read a golf instruction book early in the week. It was a good book, one of the best I’ve read (I will talk more about it in another post) and it wasn’t overly complicated. But…

I got distracted. Thinking about technique caused me to make mistakes. I four putted one green. I stopped hitting my shot. I tried to do things I knew I couldn’t do. I stopped actually playing golf and was hatching.

By the 9th hole I was tired. I knew what I was doing was wrong but I thought I could get away with it. Two terrible bogeys on 12 and 13 got me frustrated. I then had five shots from twenty metres on the 16th. I was throwing shots away and by then I was powerless to stop it.

This post is a warning. No matter how good your game becomes you can never consciously control your swing. It’s not possible – no matter how good you think you are. This was an important wake up call for me.

The most annoying thing is I wasted a potentially great day. I walked off the course tired. It wasn’t overly enjoyable and I was left frustrated by all the shots I threw away. I took for granted my automatic game and let Pesky take control. He was thrilled. He got to try new shots and was more than happy to remind me that I only need a bit more practice and I’d master the technique. He told me to keep going, not to be discouraged and that all would be fine. I was stupid enough to listen.

And don’t think I’m saying technique is not important. It is. But there is a time and a place for everything. And I’m fairly sure that the golf course on competition day is not the right time. I let a remarkable golf opportunity slip by. I won’t get that day back again but at least I’ve learned a valuable lesson for my next hit.

A golfing mate quizzed me tonight on how I would rebuild my golf game if I had to start from scratch. This is not the first time I’ve been asked this question, and it was a bit of fun thinking about it.

The last five or so golfing years have been great for me. I reckon I’ve learned a thing or two and can help you rebuild your game.

I’m also sure you’d like to know what and how I’d do it all again if for some stupid reason I lost my game overnight. Here’s a list I compiled in a few minutes.

How I would rebuild my golf game

Lighten Up- This one would be high up on the list. Golfers take things too seriously sometimes. Although we think our golf games are life and death, they rarely are that important. I remember when a family friend took me aside and told me to stop being so serious. She told me to relax and stop being so serious. It took a little while but it certainly helped. Not only has it helped my golf game, but it affected all parts of my life.

Ignore Most – I’m not saying ignore everyone. You always need mentors and people to guide you but I recommend you ignore most. Playing partners and swing gurus are best given a wide berth. Learn to trust your skill and game and you’ll be on the right track.

Break Some Rules – I wasted years during my golfing development trying to swing in a way that I thought was correct. This is getting back to “Ignoring Most”. I can honestly say that when I stopped trying to swing in a certain way and just swung, my golf swing found a freedom that unlocked some real magic. Another way of saying this is “be different”.

Play more than I practice – I learned golf in the “Faldo Age”. The myth here was that he spent years on the practice fairway, perfecting and honing his swing. Golf coaches and mentors pushed many to follow the same path. The truth is that although he spent too much time on the fairway he did play at least nine holes each day. And when he played golf that is what he did. He stopped thinking about his swing and played a variety of shots to get the job done. This I believe is what allowed him to become the best in the world and win 6 majors.

Get a good set of clubs – I went through a patch during the mid nineties where I thought my bad golf was due to poor clubs. I changed clubs a lot. My shaft flex was never correct, nor the lie angle. My mind was scattered and I always had an excuse for poor golf. When I realised I was telling stories and the clubs had little impact on my play I was able to get to the bottom of uncovering real golfing success. Get a good set of clubs and stick with them, there’s nothing wrong with them.

Use rock solid fundamentals – The temptation is always to try different things and improve technique. Even today my mind wanders around thinking about ways I can improve my golf swing. This is something that I try and avoid. Been there and done that kind of thing – and never really had much success with it. Instead I rely on “my” fundamentals, these include;

• A comfortable and natural grip and stance
• A free flowing and simple swing – I like to feel like I’m throwing the club
• Play “my” shot – a draw with the irons and a fade with the driver

These simple fundamentals are rock solid. If I ever get tempted to rebuild my golf swing I remind myself about the above three. They will almost always get me back on track.

Avoid Golf Magazines – Read them for the articles and golf results but I would never use them for a source of golf learning. I’m struggling to think of anything that I’ve learned of value in them. Sad but true.

Work the short game – In my early days I spent a lot of time around a chipping green. Without enough money to hit range balls I opted for the vacant short game area. I didn’t know it at the time but this time was well spent. A reliable short game is incredibly important – maybe the easiest way to rebuild your game.

Aim for confidence – Confidence doesn’t just happen. I don’t think you can wish for it and you certainly can’t pay for it. Confidence comes when you can swing the club without fear or self-doubt. Then you realise that all of the control, worry and energy is wasted – that your real game shines through and this is better than anything you thought possible.

This is a big step to take but it makes golf worthwhile. I would never want to waste another second looking for the secret or a miracle cure. Playing golf with confidence is the ultimate. It makes the game fun and gives me the best score possible each time I play. There is no comparison to confidence. Daylight is second. It’s hard to put into words the euphoria felt when you know deep down you have everything you need to play great golf. The searching is over and all you have to do is play.

Help others – This one is warm and fuzzy but I have received tremendous enjoyment by helping others. This is something I would recommend and the hidden benefit in giving is that you continue to learn and develop.

This is by no means a definitive list. I’ll probably add to it in time and I’d like to hear you thoughts. Leave your comments in the comments section below. And feel free to pass it on to any golfer you know that is having trouble with their game.

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I‘ve discovered a flaw in my automatic golf teaching. This is my fault not yours. Somewhere along the way I haven’t explained the process in enough detail.

Steady and Grayden have been off the mark. If I’m correct there will be others. The good news is that what you’re about to learn is an easy fix. It doesn’t require too much effort – just a little discipline and understanding.

There’s something else worth mentioning here.

Your feedback and questions are gold. The more you contribute, ask questions and partake in the comments section the better The Golf Tribe works. So if you have a question or comment please use the space below. Don’t hold back. Let rip and hopefully I can continue to improve the information that I deliver.

Today’s lesson is profound. It will enable you to take your golf game to a whole new level of mastery. It will give you the skills to OWN your game. This could be one of the most important and beneficial lessons to date.

My advice is to watch the videos at least twice each. There’s some good stuff here.

Beware: Some ugly heads in these videos.

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Today’s lesson is a case study of Triber regular Grayden Provis.

This is not your usual swing instruction you’ve probably seen in the past. I have given my advice on how Grayden can improve his automatic game (he makes a common mistake) and get the most out of his natural talent. Find out how he can improve his score and his consistency without changing his swing.

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I remember when I was struggling with my game. A part of golf technique that I found really confusing was the golf grip.

There was debate about how many knuckles could be seen. Was an interlocking or overlapping grip better? How hard does one need to hold? These questions caused self-doubt and kept my mind spinning. The end result was a fidgety and uncomfortable hold on the club.

So what is the right way to hold the club?

I don’t think there is any right or wrong way. The perfect grip for me is unlikely to suit you. But there is one thing you need to understand if you’re grip is going to allow you to play your best golf.

And that is speed.

If your grip doesn’t allow you to swing the golf club quickly then change. This is not negotiable. Speed is the essential element for gripping the club – far more important than anything else you’ve tried in the past.

Gripping the club correctly for speed

Rather than writing a super long post I thought it would be better to put a video together. In time I might add some images too!

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The below images sum up my ideal mindset for playing great golf.

It doesn’t matter how good your golf swing is or how talented you are, if you can’t block out distractions (anxiety and self-doubt for starters) then you’ll always be plagued by inconsistent play.

On the other hand, if you can control your emotions, find your natural swing and stick to your guns, you’ll tap into an endless confidence reservoir. This is when golf becomes easier and fun. Something I call Remarkable Golf.

Let me know your thoughts.

How to control your mind with your golf game

Your Golf Mind

This lesson probably should have come before the last one. It is incredibly important and something you must understand and be able to apply. It is especially relevant if you’re struggling to play automatic golf.

The stages I’m about to talk about will be explained in Cameron speak – they may not be exactly scientifically correct, but I’m describing them as I understand them. Simple, yet some profound insight to be had. Here goes,

Your two golf minds

The brain has two minds. Timothy Gallwey, author of The Inner Game of Golf, called them self 1 and self 2. I usually refer to them as conscious mind and the subconscious mind. In this article I’m going to call them Pesky and Flair. Whatever you call them is not important. What is vitally important is learning how your two golf minds affect your  game.

To play your best golf you need to play with Flair. By “play”, I’m referring to the task of hitting the ball on the golf course and attempting to shoot the best score you can. Flair is responsible for fine motor skills under pressure – he gives you the ability to play golf as an art. To swing freely and allow your real swing to shine through. Flair is responsible for all those birdies, long drives and memorable shots you’ve hit.

But there is a problem.

Pesky likes to bully Flair. Pesky hates giving up control. And he especially hates feeling uncomfortable – he will do anything he can to avoid feeling scared or slightly uneasy. When Pesky feels uncomfortable he overrides what Flair wants to do. And the second you try and play instinctively Pesky starts getting grumpy. Here’s an example,

My game on Saturday was derailed by two poor shots. On the third hole I faced a fairly easy bunker shot – I needed to get the ball up quickly and allow it to run to the hole. The uphill lie made it simple – the process was straightforward, with nothing much to it.

In normal circumstances I’d go through my routine and slap the ball out onto the green. I wouldn’t worry about consequences, whether good or bad, and just hit the shot. But something different happened this time.

Worry kicked in.

Pesky reminded me not hit the ball thin (I slightly bladed a ball two-weeks ago and he was now reminding me of it). Instead of ignoring him (more on this later) I moved the ball more forward in my stance (to avoid hitting the ball first). I made the swing and the club buried deep into the soft sand. The ball popped up sluggishly and did not clear the lip – it rolled back down into the newly created divot.

Now I was in trouble.

Three more shots later I was still not on the green. I was lucky to eventually chip and putt and get into the hole for an 8 (four over). With a below scratch handicap, the quadruple bogey almost certainly destroyed my chances of a good score.

A few holes later Pesky did the same thing. He told me not to aim down the middle of the fairway. He again reminded me of a time when a poor swing hit the ball over the fence on the left. So what did I do? I aimed further right and made my swing. This time I pulled hooked the drive way right under a bush. Dead. A double bogey was the result. At least it didn’t go out of bounds! Pesky had done his job.

The error here was taking in too much of what Pesky wanted. You can’t stop Pesky talking. You have to learn to not let his ideas disrupt what you want to achieve.

Pesky is only doing his job. He is trying to feel safe – the second you try and be brave he will give you all the reasons why you shouldn’t be doing that. If you listen to him at this crucial time you have little chance of performing successfully.

So what’s the answer here?

You have to ignore that Pesky mind. Thank him for his input but don’t get distracted by it. If you can accept the fact that Pesky is there you will nullify any distractions.

But this is hard. Ignoring Pesky is not easy. It does not feel sort of bad. It feels horrendous. And this is where the problem starts.

Because it feels so bad we listen to little Pesky. We adjust – we swing safely. We don’t hit the correct shot. We don’t swing without fear.

Understanding this is vital to grasp. If you don’t get this you’ll always be sabotaged by Pesky. Pesky wants full control. He wants to make sure you don’t feel embarrassed and stuff things up. He doesn’t want Flair raining on his parade and making him feel out of whack.

In a previous work I refer to removing interruptions from your game. Interruptions are almost always caused by Pesky getting in the way. Remember he wants to feel safe – he also has been around longer so he likes to pull rank and boss Flair around.

But that’s not all.

Not only are you fighting Pesky – you’re fighting the system. Traditional instruction plays up to Pesky. It is structured. Grip this way. Swing on plane. Play the golf course this way. There is no room for Flair to breathe. This kind of systematic systems sabotages artistic movement. It makes Pesky feel good but it doesn’t allow you to play.

A young kid with a funky swing is forced to change. Those that don’t understand the two brains can’t see the magic. They try and make everyone swing in the same way. And when things go awry the industry has got a million ideas, tips and cures to fix any problem. This is Pesky brain thinking. There’s little pain, but there’s also little excitement.

And don’t think playing with Flair is easy. It isn’t. The closer you get to managing Pesky the harder he will fight. He will always be fighting and this is where the courage comes in.

You have to be prepared to play no matter what. You can actually use the interruptions and fear to drive you. What you are afraid of is exactly where you should be aiming. If Pesky is scared of the bunker maybe you should take dead aim at it and make the best swing you can.

If playing great golf was easy then you’d be doing it already. It isn’t easy and is only possible for those with an understanding of your two brains. Swing technique, course designs and the make of your clubs matters little if you can’t control that Pesky mind. Only those that are prepared to break free from the fear and the system can experience something remarkable.

Remarkable golf is different. It’s hard to put it into words. Yes it takes discipline – but it requires a level of courage that can’t be bought.

So learn to accept the fear and anxiety. Accept that your mind works in mysterious ways and that aiming at the fear is the right thing to do. Slowly and surely the interruptions will diminish in intensity and you’ll play your best golf.

You also need to stop aiming for perfection. This is Pesky thinking. Let Flair have his chance and aim for something realistic. Like remaining calm under pressure and not getting distracted by every thought that comes your way. Better scores and lowering your handicap will come your way. When I’m playing Pesky golf here’s a typical situation;

Worry about all the trouble that’s around
Needlessly change clubs
Fidget and fumble over the ball
Try and workout what I am doing right (or wrong)
Make excuses and tell stories
Repeat

When I’m letting Flair do his job it’s a different story;

Workout what I need to do
Thank Pesky for any input he may give me but tell him things are under control
Dance (this is playing golf)

This is where confidence, enthusiasm and real enjoyment lies. When you experience – and you need to experience it, reading about it doesn’t work – that you play better golf WITHOUT Pesky, that you don’t get injured and there’s nothing really to be scared about huge breakthroughs are made.

Automatic golf is the answer

If you can learn to ignore that Pesky mind you’ll play better. Automatic Golf is the answer to keeping naughty Pesky at bay. If you want to see the process in full detail then you should check out this page.

It’s time to play golf. Flair is there waiting for you.

For a fantastic resource on the two minds and being the best that you can be please read this book. You won’t be disappointed.

This post is important. It will be the most valuable golf instruction I’ll give in regards to improving your golf swing.

Until this point, much of this golf blog has been about automating your swing. And automatic is important. Because without automation you’ll never be able to take your golf game to the course. You won’t be able to perform under pressure. And you’ll almost certainly walk off the course feeling frustrated and annoyed.

And this will be the case no matter how good your golf swing is.

Put another way.

No matter how technically sound your golf swing mechanics, you will never realise your full potential if you don’t understand and then implement automatic. So yes it’s important. And I’m not about to change my tune and start teaching something different. I will always be a fan of automated golf learning.

But (you knew that was coming didn’t you?)

Thanks to a recent survey I put together, I have realised that many of you guys are struggling with your golf technique. And this is despite giving automatic golf a fair go.

So I have decided to spill the beans on what I think you need to do to improve your golf swing. Now I’m not about to start going all technical on you. And I’m certainly not contradicting myself by giving you complicated instruction. Far from that.

Here’s the thing.

Automatic golf can’t give you something that you haven’t already got. If you can’t actually hit the ball in the sweet spot, then automation is not going to help you. And, if you have tried to automate your swing, you should be now seeing some consistent shots occurring. If you’re swing is still not working that well then you probably need further assistance.

Sidenote: Ray C had a lesson with me a few weeks ago. He has always struggled with a nasty hook. Yes, automatic will help him – but some swing improvements will help too. And it’s for guys like Ray C who I have in mind as I write this.

Onward.

The one thing that I’m absolutely certain of is this. If I start talking about swing plane, body pivot, forearm rotation and angles I will destroy your game. This kind of instruction doesn’t work too well (that’s my honest opinion )

My golf swing instruction is a little bit different. The best way I can describe it is like a light. To make a light work all we have to do is flick a switch. We don’t have to concern ourselves with electricity or wires. All that is required is one little motor skill – flick the switch – and presto! The light works each time.

This simplistic approach took me years to figure out. I had golf lessons each week for two years. I traveled around and got to meet scientists and learning gurus. I practised (a lot) and played more rounds then I can remember. But the one thing that had the most profound impact on me was getting a deep understanding of keeping golf instruction simple.

And there’s more to it than than thinking you know what “simple” is. You can’t say I’ll teach someone simply but still dish up the usual crap. That doesn’t work – in fact this is probably the worst instruction of all.

What I’m talking about is giving you the road map and instructions that will allow you to improve your golf swing. But, and this is really important, these instructions can’t mess with your learning system. They have to be like the light switch – one simple instruction allows a lot of behind the scenes things take place – you reach your goals without too much stress.

Like hitting the ball high and straight without having to think about your grip, back swing, wrist cock, club face position, hips, the target, your release and follow-through all at the same time. What I’m talking about is making the golf swing as easy as humanly possible.

Sound too good to be true?

It is easy. But the instruction I’m going to share with you is not a miracle cure. It requires practice and dedication. It won’t just happen. So if you were hoping for something you’d find on the Golf Channel then I’m sorry. I can’t help you. Quick fixes don’t work – never have and never will. The sooner the golf industry (and everyone else) realises this the sooner golfers can start making real progress.

Here’s what I’ve got in mind

I’m going to release my absolute best lessons I know on building a better swing. These are not going to be about the automatic process. It’s all about developing a motor skill (your golf swing) and improving your technique. These lessons will be delivered on this blog on a post by post basis. One thing at a time.

I suspect if you’ve tried automating your game but still feel like your golf swing is lacking you’re going to want to read these posts. If you’re also looking for more of a system then this is for you. And, if you’ve tried automation without too much luck then maybe the following is what you’ve been looking for.

Here’s how it will work;

1. You will need to be a member of the Golf Tribe to gain full access. If you’re not a member then you can sign up here. There will be some information available free, but if you want to see everything, including the comments (this is where the real gems often lie) then please join. It’s only $19.95 per month and for the quality of content I think it’s worth it.

2. Each lesson will be on a post by post basis. I’m not going to do everything at once. Not only is this impossible, the crawling approach works well. Learn, apply and automate – then move on. I’m planning on delivering a knock out lesson each week. This is not set in stone – it is only a guide.

3. I’m hoping the comments section will light up. If you have any questions then use the comments section at the bottom of each lesson. Your comments will add to the quality and allow more learning to take place. If you’ve got a question then the chances are someone else will have it too. So be brave. Post any questions that you will have.

4. I may add to the content at a later date. This will depend on the questions and feedback I receive. I’m a firm believer of delivering the best content possible for this moment in time. If I learn something new or find a better way of explaining myself, then it will be added to the specific lesson. So each lesson will improve over time.

5. All Tribe members will be notified of new content via email.

6. Content will include vids, audio and images.

7. The first lesson will appear shortly. Keep your eyes peeled.

And just so you don’t forget. Automatic golf is and will always be the most important part to mastering your game. The information that I’m about to share must be used used with an automatic mindset. No exceptions.

Any questions fire away. It will be good practice.

The golf blog has been going under some changes. Thought it would be a good idea to explain my ideas and answer some of the questions that have been asked more than once. Here goes.

Why have you turned this into a Members Only blog?

I really wanted a way to provide more detailed content to those interested. The more detailed the information the more time it takes. I figured that a small fee would help contribute to the cost. But …

There are still over 250 free blog posts. These golf instruction lessons cover a wide variety of topics on golf improvement and learning. The best way to find them is to use the search or category function on the right. So if you don’t want to pay you can still access some really good lessons for free.

What’s the main benefit of getting a membership?

You get more instruction on WHAT to do. There’s more videos that help the learning process. You also get better access to me. While I will always do my best to answer ALL emails, I will now prioritise those who are members of The Golf Tribe.

My golf swing needs improving – can you help?

I have been getting this one quite a bit. I’m now working on putting my golf swing improvement system into writing. This is something that I’ve always wanted to do – learning to improve your golf swing naturally is by far the best way to see major improvement. This info will be part of the Golf Tribe and will contain information including;

• How to practice correctly
• How to make swing changes
• The things you actually need to do in your swing – I will remove all of the fluff
• A roadmap and guide – more detailed instruction on planning and integrating swing changes
• Making all changes a part of your natural game
• Taking swing changes to the golf course

Are you now saying that Automatic Golf is not important?

Not at all. You should always automate your golf game. This is the most important skill for playing your best golf.

How often will new content be added?

I am trying to add one ripper lesson per week. There will always be free blog posts – these may be less frequent, but I will still be doing them. Ripper blogs are those with extra content and deeper explanations.

Cameron, can I help in any way?

Yes. If you join the Golf Tribe that would be great. The more members the better the content.

If you have joined then I ask you to participate by leaving comments and asking questions. The Golf Tribe works best when there is banter back and forwards. Often I have found that this communication provides some of the best instruction.

Is there anything new I can look forward to?

I am starting a golf swing review service. If you are part of The Golf Tribe you can send me a video of your golf swing – I’m particularly interested in seeing you perform on the golf course. I will then review your action in great detail. I’m hoping to include this review for all to see – but if you’re not comfortable then it will be for your eyes only.

For those interested please contact me.

If you’re not a member then there will be a small fee.

More details to come.

Is your swing trainer worth it?

The Beta Golf Swing Trainer is a beauty. And I’m not just saying that It really helps you learn a better swing without bogging you down with too much technical golf instruction. It took me years to come up with the right formula, but it is now spot on.

If you want something that forces you to learn a better swing and more importantly teaches you a correct impact position, then the swing trainer is what you need.

How do I contact you?

The best way is to use the contact form on this website. If you’re a Tribe member make sure you tell me.

Why do you have two golf websites?

Good question. Betagolf.com is generally the starting point – it hosts all of the free golf instruction videos and the introduction to automatic golf. While this blog is for those ready to step it up and take their learning further.

You can contact me via any website.

Do you give private golf lessons

Yes. But these are done in a way that I know works – and they will be different from anything that you’ve experienced in the past. Basically I do lessons my way – I don’t prescribe to traditional methods. These private golf lessons are reserved for those serious about learning about automatic golf. I have put together a page explaining all the details here.

Can I play golf with you?

I have been getting this asked more and more. I am not against the idea but I do have serious limits on my time. Also, a social round of golf is not a golf lesson. If you’re looking for a lesson that is conducted on the golf course see above. Contact me to discuss what you have in mind.

What about holding a golf seminar?

This is something I’m toying with. I have looked into having a one-day seminar in Melbourne and Brisbane. Let me know if you’re keen or if you can help with organisation.