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"Little Moe" Signature School
January 2008 Etip Newsletter
Issue #73
In This Issue
Upcoming GGA Contest
Moe Movie Update
Upcoming GGA Events
Winter Stretching
Practice Tip - What Makes a Good Teacher?
Moeism
PGA Show
GGA Event Schedule
GGA Club Specials
GGA Instructional Materials
Greetings and Happy New Year!,
From all of us at the Graves Golf Academy, we hope your and yours had a wonderful and memorable Christmas and a safe New Year!
As this is a new year, the question we have for you is simple;
Are you ready to have your best year of golf ever?
We believe there is no reason why 2008 can't be the be your best year of golf ever. It's as simple as getting on, or staying on, the right path. Moe's path.
It is our resolution for the new year to continue to guide you to your true golf potential with Moe Norman's golf swing.
Upcoming GGA contest - Win big!
We have an exciting new contest in the works. Prizes will include a 5 day Build Your Game Camp and other GGA merchandise!
If you've been with us for a while, you know that we are always looking for ways to "Spread the Word" about Moe Norman and his golf swing, which has given all of us hope for better golf. Many of you have in fact offered your assistance in helping spread the word, and do so every chance you get.
Along that line of thought, the contest, which will be coming soon, will ask a simple question of you, and require a simply response.
The question: Do you believe Moe Norman's golf swing is the Swing of the Future?
The response: Forward an upcoming Special Edition of the E-Tip Newsletter to all your golf friends, along with a personal note.
That's it. And the beauty of this contest is it can all be done right from the Special Edition email, and will be tracked by GGA. The people who forward the Special Edition email to the most golfers will receive the prizes!
Watch for full details to come soon, and thank you for your support of the legacy of Moe Norman and the Graves Golf Academy.
Scott Renfrow
Director of Customer Relations, GGA
scottr@swinglikemoe.com
Moe Movie Update
Golf World Magazine end of December 2007 issue had an article on the upcoming Moe movie. According to the article, everything is on schedule to begin shooting the movie early this spring, except the writer's strike may hold up the production and shooting schedule.
We have been talking to Barry Marrow (movie producer) and he is hopeful everything will be on schedule for the spring, we will keep everyone updated as we get additional information.
Upcoming GGA Events - by Scott Renfrow
A quick FYI in regards to our upcoming events;
As we have mentioned previously, NG will now have the ability to register their customers for a Graves Golf Academy school. With the increased number of people vying for a limited number of spaces, we fully expect our schools to fill up VERY quickly this year.
I know that Tim is always telling everyone not to hesitate when looking at attending a school, however, I wanted to take a few minutes as the person who actually controls the school schedule and registrations to let you know this:
For our Spring schedule in Orlando, we have a total of 112 spaces available in all schools. At the time of this writing, we have only 19 spaces remaining of ANY kind, in any school.
Friends, if you are even considering attending a school, please don't wait. It seems I get calls and emails weekly from golfers who are disappointed because the school they wanted to attend has been sold out and we can't get them in.
For all those who've attended schools, and are registered to attend a school this year, we want to thank you for helping make our schools very special events.
Winter Stretching - by Dave Predzin, PGA(a)
We are sure everyone enjoyed Dave's first winter stretching article in our last etip (Hamstring Stretch). For more information about Dave, see his bio on our website. Here is the 2nd installment in Dave's Winter Stretching tips.
Back and Glute Stretch
This combination stretch can be done prior to or just after the hamstring stretch we covered in the previous newsletter. The starting position is lying on your back with your knees bent, feet flat on the floor. If your neck feels strained use a pillow or place your hands behind your head.
Cross your feet at the ankles and raise your knees towards your chest. If possible reach up and grab just below the knees and gently pull in towards your chest. Hold the stretch for 10 breaths (inhale slowly to a count of four, hold for one second, and exhale slowly to a count of four). Lower your feet to the ground and uncross your ankles when finished.
The second part of this stretch begins with crossing your right ankle over your bent left knee. If possible extend both arms straight out from your shoulders, 90 degrees from your torso. Make sure your left foot has not slid away from your buttocks. If you need an added stretch push your right knee towards the floor until you feel the stretch in your right buttocks. Hold the stretch for 10 slow breaths. Switch legs and repeat.
Good Luck,
Watch upcoming etips for more stretching articles.
Dave
Practice Tip - What Makes a Good Teacher? by Tim Graves, PGA
Have you tried to teach yourself?
Have you tried to teach someone else golf - like your child, your wife, your husband?
Have you ever taken a lesson from a professional?
Have you ever attended a golf clinic / school / camp?
Golf Teacher's Motto:
"If you're going to teach golf, accept the responsibility of having an impact on people's lives and work every day to be help your student obtain their goals."
This past week, I was honored to receive a nomination for the 2007 PGA SCS Teacher of the Year.
Part of the selection process includes answering questions about my teaching philosophy, discussing what I have done in the past year and finally, what I consider a good teacher. I also read a great article by C. King in my last issue of PGA Magazine that got me thinking....
What Makes a Good Teacher?
Whether teaching yourself, working with others, or being the student, what should you look for in a good teacher?
What does the Graves Golf Academy strive to attain with every one of our students?
Here is my "Top Ten" points I think everyone should look for in a good teacher.
1. There is a program for improvement, not just a single lesson. A single lesson is like putting a "bandage" on the swing/golf issue. It doesn't "cure" the problem, only covers it up until it "falls off".
2. Goals for improvement should be discussed along with a "realistic" time frame. Nothing in golf is an "overnight" fix - NOTHING!
3. There should be an equal emphasis on short game and long game. Never forget - 60% + of the scoring occurs in the short game.
4. The entire game of golf should be taught - NOT just the golf swing. Meaning, a good instructor will teach short game, long game, course management, mental game, rules of golf, club fitting, etc..
5. Concepts should be explained, demonstrated and shown in an UNDERSTANDABLE manner in "bite-size" pieces.
6. Information "overload" must be avoided.
7. The student should be given drills and or training aids that will turn new concepts into habits.
8. The instructor will use VIDEO ANALYSIS as a feedback tool. Video is the BEST way to bridge the gap between perception and reality and fact and feel.
9. The instructor must understand everyone "learns" a little different, and he/she should be able to teach the student in a way the student "learns" the best.
10. The instructor should have a "passion" for the game of golf and for the student's improvement.
My recommendation for you, whether teaching yourself, working with other's, or taking a lesson, is to follow these 10 points. Use them as a guide, and you can't go wrong.
See the GGA Path to Great Golf
This is our path to aid you in playing your BEST GOLF EVER!!!!
As always - please, please PRACTICE WITH A PURPOSE.
Good Luck,
Please let us know if we can do anything else for you.
Moeisms
Moe Norman:
"I want both feet on the ground when I hit the ball. Most guys are way up on their right foot. I want my swing to balance me."
Please feel free to comment on this or email any of your favorite "Moeism's" to us if you'd like to share with others....
PGA Show
The GGA Staff will be attending the PGA show next week in Orlando, FL. If you would like us to look at anything for you, get information, etc.. let us know. We are more than happy to "check a few things out" - new clubs, new golf balls, golf equipment, whatever... Give us an email, and we'll make every effort to check out the new product for you and report what we find.
GGA Event Schedule (Thru June - East Coast Schools released)
** Visit our website at http://www.swinglikemoe.com/ for more information on each school, school agendas, and for most recent updated schedule. Updated every few days.
2008
Feb. 1-3, 2008 - 3 day school - Orlando, FL (SOLD OUT)
Feb. 4-8, 2008 - Build Your Game Camp - Orlando, FL (2 spots remaining)
Feb. 23 & 24, 2008 - 2 day Alumni school - Orlando, FL (SOLD OUT)
Feb. 25-29, 2008 - Build Your game Camp - Orlando, FL (2 spots remaining)
Mar. 9-13, 2008 - Alumni Build Your Game Camp - Orlando, FL (SOLD OUT)
Mar. 14-16, 2008 - 3 day school - Orlando, FL (4 spots remaining)
Mar. 27-29, 2008 - 3 day COUPLES School - Orlando, FL (SOLD OUT)
Apr. 11-13, 2008 - 3 day school - Orlando, FL (3 spots remaining)
Apr. 14-18, 2008 - Build Your Game Camp - Orlando, FL (2 spots remaining)
Apr. 25-27, 2008 - 3 day school - Oklahoma City, OK GGA Academy (2 spots remaining)
May 5-9, 2008 - Build Your Game Camp - Oklahoma City, OK at GGA Academy (SOLD OUT)
May 16-18, 2008 - 3 day School - Dover, DE, Jonathan's Landing (Open)
May 20-22, 2008 - 3 day School, East Haddam, CT, Fox Hopyard Golf Club (Open)
May 23-24, 2008 - 2 day Alumni School, East Haddam, CT, Fox Hopyard Golf Club (Open)
June 20-22, 2008 - 3 day school - Oklahoma City, OK - GGA Academy (Open)
June 23-27, 2008 - 5 day Build Your Game Camp, OKC, OK - GGA Academy (Open)
Others TBA
Please visit our website at www.swinglikemoe.com for updated events and more information.
Online Registration available.
If you would like more information about the schools agenda, etc.. or would like more information about a particular area, please feel free to call or email anytime: TimKGraves@aol.com or 866-377-2316 within US, 405-823-9693 (outside US). We have brochures we can send and/or email.
GGA Club Specials
We greatly appreciate all those who have contacted us for orders in the past.
All clubs ordered through the GGA are built at the manufacturer to the individual's single axis swing specifications and sent direct from the factory to you.
You can see more about your recommended single axis specifications on our website HERE.
*** Call for prices on any clubs: Adams, Ping, Taylormade, Callaway, Titleist/Cobra, Cleveland, YES Putters, and others.. we are able to beat (or at worst match) all prices and we can offer (custom build to your single axis specs) all clubs built by these manufacturers.
* No shipping charges, no taxes (outside of Oklahoma)
NEW Callaway Hyper X Driver - $299 (Graphite)
NEW!! Callaway 2008 Big Bertha Irons
Wider sole long irons (hyrbrid type), transitional mid irons
Price (Set of 8) - $799 graphite
$599 steel
NEW!!!
Adams A3 OS Hybrid / Combo Set Irons
(Set of 8) - $599 Steel, $699 Graphite
Adams "combo" set always rated one of best in industry.
Callaway Big Bertha 460 Driver
Price: $299 (Graphite)
Callaway X-20 irons
Set of 8 Price: $899 graphite shaft, $699 steel shaft
Individually - $120 per club graphite, $100 steel
www.callawaygolf.com
Cobra DWS hybrids - $149 graphite
NEW - Callaway Big Bertha Fairway woods - $199 each (graphite)
Callaway X Hybrid - $159 graphite, $139 steel
Most Forged Wedges - Titleist Vokey, Callaway Forged + & Cleveland - Between $100 and $110 each
GGA Instruction Materials
See our latest and newest release - TROUBLES AND SOLUTIONS - great reviews (visit our chatroom to read them)
GGA "FEELING OF GREATNESS" GRIP TRAINING CLUB: $129.95
GGA / TGGS INSTRUCTIONAL TAPES:
Please see:http://swinglikemoe.com/shopping/pgm-more_information.php?id=7&=SID
"Little Moe's" Swing for Life $24.95
GGA Short Game: $19.95
Course Management/ "How to Practice": $19.95
Get all three on VHS: $64.95
All three on DVD: $64.95
Volume #1 - #6 - 7 Principles of Golf Improvement - $64.95 each
Entire Series: $299
Leverage bag: $35.95
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* A small shipping charge will be added to all orders.
If you are interested in any of the above specials, please call us at 866-377-2316 within US or 405-823-9693 outside US, or email Tim Graves at TIMKGRAVES@AOL.COM or TIMG@SWINGLIKEMOE.COM
We wish everyone continued success with their golf games, and hope to see everyone very soon.
Tim Graves, PGA, Graves Golf Academy Owner/Instructor
Todd Graves, Graves Golf Academy Owner/Instructor
Scott Renfrow, GGA Director of Customer Relations
Brent Evans, GGA Instructor / School Manager
Dave Predzin, PGA(a), GGA Instructor
Mick Benson, GGA Instructor
Ben Stanborough, PGA (European), GGA Instructor
Clayton Zwicker, GGA Apprentice
Graves Golf Academy
www.swinglikemoe.com - GGA Website
866-377-2316
405-823-9693 (Outside US)
timg@swinglikemoe.com
timkgraves@aol.com
www.moenormanforum.com - GGA Chat Forum
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