EPISODE · Jan 13, 2025 · 47 MIN
Peter Donahue's Return to Coaching
from The Meaning of Golf · host thegolfpractice
Peter joins Andy to share some stories about some new students he inherited from Andy, as well as the philosophies and methods he's using with them. They also explore various aspects of golf coaching, focusing on the importance of personalized instruction, the challenges of teaching different students, and the significance of experimentation in learning. They discuss the complexities of golf, the lurking fear of the shank, and the necessity of adapting techniques to fit individual needs. The dialogue emphasizes the value of variety in practice, the distinction between learning and performing, and the role of marketing in golf instruction. 03:40Teaching Golf: Lessons and Experiences 07:32Addressing the Shank: A Student's Journey 17:20Innovative Teaching Methods and Learning Process 24:55The Power of Collaboration 26:37Complexity of Problem Solving 34:31The Fallacy of Cause and Effect in Learning 36:13Subtle Changes Leading to Major Improvements 38:25Redefining the Role of a Teacher 41:58Empowering Students Through Intrigue
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Peter joins Andy to share some stories about some new students he inherited from Andy, as well as the philosophies and methods he's using with them. They also explore various aspects of golf coaching, focusing on the importance of personalized instruction, the challenges of teaching different students, and the significance of experimentation in learning. They discuss the complexities of golf, the lurking fear of the shank, and the necessity of adapting techniques to fit individual needs. The dialogue emphasizes the value of variety in practice, the distinction between learning and performing, and the role of marketing in golf instruction. 03:40Teaching Golf: Lessons and Experiences 07:32Addressing the Shank: A Student's Journey 17:20Innovative Teaching Methods and Learning Process 24:55The Power of Collaboration 26:37Complexity of Problem Solving 34:31The Fallacy of Cause and Effect in Learning 36:13Subtle Changes Leading to Major Improvements 38:25Redefining the Role of a Teacher 41:58Empowering Students Through Intrigue
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