Showing posts with label Brendon Elliott Golf. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Brendon Elliott Golf. Show all posts
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Thursday, March 19, 2009
The Winter Park Country Club Golf Lecture Series Has Successful Debut...
The debut of the new Winter Park Country Club Lecture Series Presented by Arnold Palmer Hospital For Children took place this past Monday, March 16th and proved to be a great success. The evenings guest speaker was PGA Tour golfer Cliff Kresge. The guest emcee was "The Voice of Golf" Mr. Peter Kessler. Being the great golf story teller he is, Peter started out the presentation with some great tales of Gene Sarazen and Arnold Palmer. He then introduced Mr. Cliff Kresge and the two chatted about a variety of topics including life on the PGA Tour, Golf Coaches and tales of great players of the past. Cliff also shared his goals for the 2009 season. After the discussion between Peter and Cliff, the floor was open up to questions from the nights attendees.
As the evening concluded, a representative from the Arnold Palmer Invitational raffled off two VIP passes to the 2009 version of the API. Mr. Allen Darty of Oviedo, FL was the lucky winner.
MORE ABOUT THE WINTER PARK COUNTRY CLUB LECTURE SERIES:
The Winter Park Country Club Lecture Series presented by Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children will take place once a month throughout the year at the Winter Park Country Club at 761 Old England Ave. in Winter Park. Scheduled speakers will include some of golf’s greatest PGA and LPGA TOUR players, experts in areas such as golf fitness, golf mental coaching, golf history, golf media and more. Space will be limited and tickets will be available for purchase to the general public at Winter Park Country Club. Contact Winter Park Country Club Head Golf Professional Brendon Elliott at 407-599-3339 for more information.
MORE ABOUT THE WINTER PARK COUNTRY CLUB:
With a history that dates back to 1914 and a place on the National Register of Historic Places, the Winter Park Country Club is the second oldest golf club in the Central Florida area. The clubs history includes play by the likes of Sam Snead, Gene Sarazen and Walter Hagen. The course makes its way through the downtown Winter Park area and provides a challenge to even the most experienced golfer. Course conditions are always superb. With its narrow, tree-lined fairways and postage stamp, bunker guarded greens; this course will provide a test for every shot in a golfer’s arsenal.For further information call Head Golf Professional Brendon Elliott at 407-599-3339. The WPCC can be reached by email at the following: winterparkgolf@cityofwinterpark.org.
MORE ABOUT ARNOLD PALMER HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN:
Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, supported by the Arnold Palmer Medical Center Foundation, is a 158-bed facility dedicated exclusively to the needs of children. Located in Orlando, Arnold Palmer Hospital provides expertise in pediatric specialties such as cardiac care, craniomaxillofacial surgery, emergency and trauma care, gastroenterology, nephrology, oncology, orthopedics, pulmonology and sports medicine. Visit arnoldpalmerhospital.com to learn more about all of our specialties.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Sunday, November 2, 2008
MY TAKE ON GOLF FITNESS...
HELLO EVERYONE!
Brendon Elliott here again. I would like to talk about Golf & Fitness with you for a few moments. I recently started a multi phase health & fitness program which I believe should be an important consideration for all of us. Whether it be for improvement with your golf game or just for your health in general, you should consider a healthy lifestyle for yourself too. Remember…ALWAYS consult with your doctor before starting any health or fitness program.
PHASE ONE
In the first phase I worked on weight loss. In May of this year I reached my heaviest weight ever. I was tipping the scales at 240 pounds. Since then, I am proud to say that I have lost 51 pounds and got down to 189 pounds. Check out my before & after pictures below:
Brendon Elliott here again. I would like to talk about Golf & Fitness with you for a few moments. I recently started a multi phase health & fitness program which I believe should be an important consideration for all of us. Whether it be for improvement with your golf game or just for your health in general, you should consider a healthy lifestyle for yourself too. Remember…ALWAYS consult with your doctor before starting any health or fitness program.
PHASE ONE
In the first phase I worked on weight loss. In May of this year I reached my heaviest weight ever. I was tipping the scales at 240 pounds. Since then, I am proud to say that I have lost 51 pounds and got down to 189 pounds. Check out my before & after pictures below:
February 2008
240 Pounds
44" Waist
XXL Shirt
44" Waist
XXL Shirt
October 2008
189 Pounds
39” Waist
L Shirt
How did I do it? From May through mid August I was on the Nutisystem plan. From mid August on I have just been very careful about what I eat. I highly recommend Nutrisystem. Click on the banner below for more info on Nutrisystem:
PHASE TWO
I’m in the process now of starting phase two which is a fitness and training program. There is allot to choose from out there in terms of getting help with and putting together a fitness or golf specific fitness program and I’ll never make claims that one is any better than another. I am by far not an expert. I just started working with a TPI (Titlist Performance Institute) Certified Fitness Instructor by the name of Scott Shepard based out of Lake Mary/Heathrow Florida. Scott’s owns and operates Plane Performance Golf Fitness & Wellness. You can check out his company by clicking the banner below:
You can also check out the TPI website by clicking on the banner below…It is a fantastic resource!
As I said, I am no expert but below are some links to some other golf fitness resources that I can recommend to you:
Not enough time in your schedule for lots of exercise? Check out the folks at SuperSlow Zone!
Check out the Better Golf Fitness Products website which is a very well put together site by Anthony Renna. Also check out Anthony’s Blog & Podcast.
The best Golf Fitness Publication out there is Golf Fitness Magazine!
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Also check out the Golf Fitness Magazine website!
Another great resource on the web is GolfersMD. Click to link below to explore the site!
Check out my website and go to the Golf Fitness Page for more info….
PHASE THREE
The third and final phase is more golf specific. This phase is taking place hand and hand with phase two. In phase three, I’m working on my own golf swing. Yes….even Club Professionals need help with their games! I’m no different than all of you out there, I struggle with my game. A lot of it has to do with a lack of play and practice but I have attributed a great deal of my bad swing habits to my poor fitness level. I’m confident that by going through this journey, I will see a dramatic improvement in my golf game. I think it is very important for everyone, no matter what the state of their golf game is, to work with a certified golf instructor. Even the world’s best, Tiger Woods goes to see his coach, Hank Haney constantly! Click the link below to find a PGA Instructor near you:
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Friday, September 19, 2008
Tee Off With Social Networking
Social Networking has taken the Internet by storm. Anyone that is Internet savoy has certainly heard of MySpace and FaceBook and more likely then not you have a profile on one or both of these sites. I personally can say that social networking sites are not only great for connecting with old friends and finding new ones, but are an incredible source for business networking. Below are a selection of some of the best social & business marketing sites on the web...both golf related and non-golf. Click on each picture for a view of my profile and to preview the site. If you join a site, dont forget to add me as a friend!
Sunday, May 11, 2008
My PGA.com Article: "Raising a Golfer"
Recently, I was lucky enough to have an article I wrote published on PGA.com. The article, "Raising a Golfer: A Parents Guide" is for parents, grandparents, or anyone wanting to help bring a child up in the wonderful world of golf. I have included the article below for your review or you can check it out on PGA.com by clicking on this link: http://www.pga.com/2008/instruction/other/04/22/raisingagolfer_elliott/index.html
If anyone has any question or comments on this article feel free to contact me at brendonelliott@pga.com or info@brendonelliottgolf.com
Enjoy!
Brendon Elliott
Raising a Golfer: A Parent's Guide
By Brendon Elliott, PGA
Over the past decade the Junior Golf Industry has become big business. Numerous Junior-only equipment, training aid, and apparel companies have sprung up, not to mention the countless number of junior tours and college recruiting/resume services that have come along. Undoubtedly, there is amble opportunity for junior golfers, starting even as early as a few years old, to develop their game and have numerous opportunities for playing both recreationally and competitively. With so much out there to choose from, where should a parent start in planning the roadmap for their junior golfers development? No need to worry, I'm here to help.
First Things First
My first bit of advice is simple; no matter what age your child is when they get started, make sure that having fun is #1. Whatever your aspirations may be for your child with golf, you need to remember (and remind your child) that it's just a game. In my mind golf is the greatest game known to man, and perhaps you feel the same, but if your child does not see things that way that's fine. Even if your child does grow to love the game and winds up devoting a great deal of time with it, make sure they grow up to be a well rounded individual. Encourage them to play other sports or develop other talents in areas such as art and music.
What Next?
Before They Pick Up a Club
I highly recommend that you start your child out by teaching them some of the most important principles of the game. These initial teachings do not even require a club or a ball. The most wonderful thing about the game of golf lies in these principals. What are these principals? I'm speaking about the Etiquette and Rules of the game. Golf is historically an honorable game, the idea of a game where a participant is more or less self policing themselves can not be found in many (if any) other games. The aspects of etiquette within the game mirror that of the way people should act in everyday life, with respect and concern for others. The moral core of golf which will resonate throughout your child's entire life are unquestionably what makes golf, in my opinion, the greatest game in the world. For more information on the Rules of Golf log onto the USGA's website and there page on The Rules. For more information on Golf Etiquette log onto Mr. Golf Etiquette and the USGA's website and there page on Etiquette.
Finding an Instructor
Now that your child has been primed on the core values of the game, its time to look for an instructor. One great resource for starting your search is right where you're at right now, PGA.com. Look at the top of the page at the site page options, go to PGA of America and in the drop down box and go to Juniors at the bottom OR go to the Instruction page. Both areas have a search area to find a PGA Professional in your local area. Another great resource is the Junior Links website. Junior Links is the ultimate junior golf website.
Finding the Right Equipment
When it comes to looking for the right equipment, you have a lot to choose from. Most of the major golf club companies make junior sets. I would suggest however to initially look at a junior specific golf equipment manufacturers such as Accu-Length or US Kids Golf My personal recommendation is purchasing a set of clubs from Accu-Length. Accu-Length is the only custom fit junior clubs that grow with your child. According to the Accu-Length website and most Golf Professionals, a large number of juniors develop their swings using faulty equipment that leads to life long swing flaws. Historically, kids learned the game with adult clubs that were cut down to junior size, but were still way too heavy and unbalanced which made learning the game difficult for even the most athletic kids. That's why equipment from companies like Accu-Length make the most sense for junior golfers.
Where to Play
Most golf courses are very accommodating to junior golfers. Some set aside specific times when juniors are allowed to play so be aware of that. I suggest looking for a course that offers junior or "family tees." Recently, the PGA of America and U.S. Kids Golf announced the establishment of The PGA of America Family Course Program. This program is a nationwide initiative that is intended to provide PGA Golf Professionals a means to make golf enjoyable for all members of a family, regardless of age and ability. Log on to the Play Golf America website or the US Kids Golf website for more information. We recently installed these tees at my facility in Winter Park, FL and the initial response has been extremely positive. Keep in mind that this is a new program so more and more golf facilities will be adding these tees as time goes by.
What to Wear
Now that your child has a grasp on the essence and rules of the game, has a quality instructor, good, well fitting equipment, and a place to play, they need to "dress the part" of a golfer. As with most of the major golf equipment companies, most of the major golf clothing manufacturers have junior apparel lines. I however suggest checking out a newer junior golf apparel company called Total Kids Wear, makers of PGA Tour & LPGA Tour licensed apparel (www.tkwgolf.com). TKW has an excellent selection of shirts, hats, outerwear, and accessories for boys and girls of all ages.
Be Realistic
If your junior golfer turns out to become a good golfer you need to remember to be realistic in your potential expectations for them. The quantity of quality junior golfers today is great, and in reality there are only a handful of college scholarships available for the vast number of juniors out there. If your son or daughter can make the cut on the course, make sure what they do off the course is equally as impressive. Make sure that they are true student-athletes and that their grades are up to par. Also make sure that they are well rounded and are active in extracurricular activities away from the course. This will make all the difference. From a competitive playing stand point, make sure your child plays in as many quality and high profile events as possible. Log onto the American Junior Golf Association website and the National Junior Golf Scoreboard site for more information on playing opportunities. If your son or daughter indeed has what it takes to play at the college level then you should consider using one of the several golf scholarship and resume writing services out there. I personally recommend checking out The Golf Bridge Company.
Professional Golfer vs. Golf Professional
A Professional Golfer is an individual who makes a living by playing golf (i.e. Tiger Woods) and a Golf Professional (notice the order of words) is an individual who makes a living in the business of golf. For more information on the classifications of Golf Professionals as designated by The PGA of America, click here.
If your son or daughter is not quite a tour quality golfer (Don't worry, very few are) there is still tremendous opportunities out there for a career in golf. The PGA of America offers an in-depth training program for those interested in a career in the golf business. The PGA Professional Golf Management Program is the vehicle needed to have your child navigate their way toward a rewarding career in the golf business. Log on to the PGA CareerNet website and go to the PGA and You section for more information. There are two ways to earn your Class A classification in the PGA of America. The first is going through the PGA PGM Program at one of the 20 universities throughout the country that offer this degree program. The second is by going through the program in a self study manor while being employed at a PGA recognized golf facility.
The 18th Hole
As you can see there are endless opportunities out there for your son or daughter within the wonderful game of golf. What I gave you is just a small sampling of the resources available to you if your child shows an interest in the game. If you have any questions on Junior Golf please feel free to contact me at brendonelliott@pga.com or log onto my website http://www.brendonelliottgolf.com/ and go to the Junior Golf Central page for more information.
If anyone has any question or comments on this article feel free to contact me at brendonelliott@pga.com or info@brendonelliottgolf.com
Enjoy!
Brendon Elliott
Raising a Golfer: A Parent's Guide
By Brendon Elliott, PGA
Over the past decade the Junior Golf Industry has become big business. Numerous Junior-only equipment, training aid, and apparel companies have sprung up, not to mention the countless number of junior tours and college recruiting/resume services that have come along. Undoubtedly, there is amble opportunity for junior golfers, starting even as early as a few years old, to develop their game and have numerous opportunities for playing both recreationally and competitively. With so much out there to choose from, where should a parent start in planning the roadmap for their junior golfers development? No need to worry, I'm here to help.
First Things First
My first bit of advice is simple; no matter what age your child is when they get started, make sure that having fun is #1. Whatever your aspirations may be for your child with golf, you need to remember (and remind your child) that it's just a game. In my mind golf is the greatest game known to man, and perhaps you feel the same, but if your child does not see things that way that's fine. Even if your child does grow to love the game and winds up devoting a great deal of time with it, make sure they grow up to be a well rounded individual. Encourage them to play other sports or develop other talents in areas such as art and music.
What Next?
Before They Pick Up a Club
I highly recommend that you start your child out by teaching them some of the most important principles of the game. These initial teachings do not even require a club or a ball. The most wonderful thing about the game of golf lies in these principals. What are these principals? I'm speaking about the Etiquette and Rules of the game. Golf is historically an honorable game, the idea of a game where a participant is more or less self policing themselves can not be found in many (if any) other games. The aspects of etiquette within the game mirror that of the way people should act in everyday life, with respect and concern for others. The moral core of golf which will resonate throughout your child's entire life are unquestionably what makes golf, in my opinion, the greatest game in the world. For more information on the Rules of Golf log onto the USGA's website and there page on The Rules. For more information on Golf Etiquette log onto Mr. Golf Etiquette and the USGA's website and there page on Etiquette.
Finding an Instructor
Now that your child has been primed on the core values of the game, its time to look for an instructor. One great resource for starting your search is right where you're at right now, PGA.com. Look at the top of the page at the site page options, go to PGA of America and in the drop down box and go to Juniors at the bottom OR go to the Instruction page. Both areas have a search area to find a PGA Professional in your local area. Another great resource is the Junior Links website. Junior Links is the ultimate junior golf website.
Finding the Right Equipment
When it comes to looking for the right equipment, you have a lot to choose from. Most of the major golf club companies make junior sets. I would suggest however to initially look at a junior specific golf equipment manufacturers such as Accu-Length or US Kids Golf My personal recommendation is purchasing a set of clubs from Accu-Length. Accu-Length is the only custom fit junior clubs that grow with your child. According to the Accu-Length website and most Golf Professionals, a large number of juniors develop their swings using faulty equipment that leads to life long swing flaws. Historically, kids learned the game with adult clubs that were cut down to junior size, but were still way too heavy and unbalanced which made learning the game difficult for even the most athletic kids. That's why equipment from companies like Accu-Length make the most sense for junior golfers.
Where to Play
Most golf courses are very accommodating to junior golfers. Some set aside specific times when juniors are allowed to play so be aware of that. I suggest looking for a course that offers junior or "family tees." Recently, the PGA of America and U.S. Kids Golf announced the establishment of The PGA of America Family Course Program. This program is a nationwide initiative that is intended to provide PGA Golf Professionals a means to make golf enjoyable for all members of a family, regardless of age and ability. Log on to the Play Golf America website or the US Kids Golf website for more information. We recently installed these tees at my facility in Winter Park, FL and the initial response has been extremely positive. Keep in mind that this is a new program so more and more golf facilities will be adding these tees as time goes by.
What to Wear
Now that your child has a grasp on the essence and rules of the game, has a quality instructor, good, well fitting equipment, and a place to play, they need to "dress the part" of a golfer. As with most of the major golf equipment companies, most of the major golf clothing manufacturers have junior apparel lines. I however suggest checking out a newer junior golf apparel company called Total Kids Wear, makers of PGA Tour & LPGA Tour licensed apparel (www.tkwgolf.com). TKW has an excellent selection of shirts, hats, outerwear, and accessories for boys and girls of all ages.
Be Realistic
If your junior golfer turns out to become a good golfer you need to remember to be realistic in your potential expectations for them. The quantity of quality junior golfers today is great, and in reality there are only a handful of college scholarships available for the vast number of juniors out there. If your son or daughter can make the cut on the course, make sure what they do off the course is equally as impressive. Make sure that they are true student-athletes and that their grades are up to par. Also make sure that they are well rounded and are active in extracurricular activities away from the course. This will make all the difference. From a competitive playing stand point, make sure your child plays in as many quality and high profile events as possible. Log onto the American Junior Golf Association website and the National Junior Golf Scoreboard site for more information on playing opportunities. If your son or daughter indeed has what it takes to play at the college level then you should consider using one of the several golf scholarship and resume writing services out there. I personally recommend checking out The Golf Bridge Company.
Professional Golfer vs. Golf Professional
A Professional Golfer is an individual who makes a living by playing golf (i.e. Tiger Woods) and a Golf Professional (notice the order of words) is an individual who makes a living in the business of golf. For more information on the classifications of Golf Professionals as designated by The PGA of America, click here.
If your son or daughter is not quite a tour quality golfer (Don't worry, very few are) there is still tremendous opportunities out there for a career in golf. The PGA of America offers an in-depth training program for those interested in a career in the golf business. The PGA Professional Golf Management Program is the vehicle needed to have your child navigate their way toward a rewarding career in the golf business. Log on to the PGA CareerNet website and go to the PGA and You section for more information. There are two ways to earn your Class A classification in the PGA of America. The first is going through the PGA PGM Program at one of the 20 universities throughout the country that offer this degree program. The second is by going through the program in a self study manor while being employed at a PGA recognized golf facility.
The 18th Hole
As you can see there are endless opportunities out there for your son or daughter within the wonderful game of golf. What I gave you is just a small sampling of the resources available to you if your child shows an interest in the game. If you have any questions on Junior Golf please feel free to contact me at brendonelliott@pga.com or log onto my website http://www.brendonelliottgolf.com/ and go to the Junior Golf Central page for more information.
Sunday, March 16, 2008
The NEW Brendon Elliott Golf Blog Spot
The NEW Brendon Elliott Golf Blog Spot
Hello Everyone & Welcome!
My name is Brendon Elliott. I am a Golf Professional in Central Florida and between work & schooling, I have been involved in the business for almost 18 years. My blog articles will cover many aspects of the wonderful world of golf. Instruction, my take on the latest in golf news, the business of golf and reviews of great courses, equipment, appareal, training aids and more will be a few of the topics covered. Please stop by often to see what's up on the Offical Brendon Elliott Golf Blog Spot!
Also, next time you are surfing the web, check out my new website: http://www.brendonelliottgolf.com/ This redesigned version of my site will have many exciting new features. "The Golf-Shop" will be my new on-line store where you can buy apparel, hats, golf prints, and great golf accessories. Check out my Golf Lessons page for information on taking private lessons with me at my NEW training studio here in beautiful Central Florida. The Golf Lessons shop (Coming April 2008) will offer mp3 and video lessons that you can download as well as an area where you can send a video of your swing for analysis.
The NEW BrendonElliottGolf.com will also have monthly contest's for great prizes, fantasy golf, the latest in golf news from the tour's and many other great features! After checking out the site, please leave your feedback on my Contact Us page or here on my Blog. I look forward to hearing from you!
Thanks for stopping by!
Brendon Elliott
Hello Everyone & Welcome!
My name is Brendon Elliott. I am a Golf Professional in Central Florida and between work & schooling, I have been involved in the business for almost 18 years. My blog articles will cover many aspects of the wonderful world of golf. Instruction, my take on the latest in golf news, the business of golf and reviews of great courses, equipment, appareal, training aids and more will be a few of the topics covered. Please stop by often to see what's up on the Offical Brendon Elliott Golf Blog Spot!
Also, next time you are surfing the web, check out my new website: http://www.brendonelliottgolf.com/ This redesigned version of my site will have many exciting new features. "The Golf-Shop" will be my new on-line store where you can buy apparel, hats, golf prints, and great golf accessories. Check out my Golf Lessons page for information on taking private lessons with me at my NEW training studio here in beautiful Central Florida. The Golf Lessons shop (Coming April 2008) will offer mp3 and video lessons that you can download as well as an area where you can send a video of your swing for analysis.
The NEW BrendonElliottGolf.com will also have monthly contest's for great prizes, fantasy golf, the latest in golf news from the tour's and many other great features! After checking out the site, please leave your feedback on my Contact Us page or here on my Blog. I look forward to hearing from you!
Thanks for stopping by!
Brendon Elliott
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