Golf In School Initiative 2012-2013
Midwest Section PGA In School Initiative Certification Workbook Contents Contents 1 Introduction Letter 2 SNAG Certification 3 What is SNAG? 4-5 SNAG Science 6-7 SNAG Equipment 8 Roller 9 Launcher 10-11 Launch Pad 12 Hoop Clock 13 Targets 14 Rollerama 15 Bullseye 16 Flagsticky 17 Coaching Kit (SNAG Balls) 18 Instruction 19-20 Hoop Clock 21 Set-up 22 Alphabet A 23 Alphabet Y 24 Alphabet L 25 Hold / Grip 26 Rolling / Putting 27-28 Chipping 29-30 Pitching 31-32 Launching / Full Swing 33-34 Training Tools 35 Roller Brush 36 Kinesthetic, Visual 37 SNAG-O-Matic 38-41 SNAG-a-Zoo 42 SNAG Snapper 43-46 Safety 47-48 Layout 49 Coaching System 50-53 Layouts / Stations 54 Rolling 55 Chipping 56 Pitching 57 Launching 58 SNAG Cues 59
SNAG Certification Level 1 3
What is SNAG? Modified Form of Golf Designed to be the Best Entry-Level Instruction Program Designed to Allow the Game to be Played Anywhere Low Cost Entry and Participation 4
What is SNAG? Utilizes the Science of Human Learning Chromo Psychology Neuro Linguistic Programming Learning Styles Psycho Acoustics 5
snag science Designed to make skills acquisition as easy as possible Based on task focussed learning and instruction Works within pupil s frame of reference Emphasis is on form before function Exercises and word cues have been analyzed to ensure correct input 6
snag science The equipment provides the coach and the pupil with multi-sensory feedback The word cues utilize neurolinguistic programming (NLP) to create exact tasks designed to develop golf specific motor skills The training tools work using psycho-acoustic sounds and rhythms, visual stimuli and tactile and kinesthetic feedback Called training tools because tools are made to build things The colors were specifically chosen based on chromo psychology, aimed at eliminating fear in the learning process and creating fun to put the pupils at ease 7
snag equipment 4 categories Clubs Launcher Roller Green 26 Blue 30 Red 34 Training Tools Roller Brush - SNAG-O-Matic SNAGazoo Snapper Hoop Clock Targets Rollerama Bullseye Flagsticky Sticky gear Visual Tracking System Spots - Dots - Arrows 8
roller Roller Name is appropriate to purpose it fulfills Right or left handed use Dots on grip are reverse of the Launcher to promote hold in the palms rather than the fingers Helps create relaxed Y 9
launcher Launcher Features and benefits Loft based on that of an 8 iron Used for chipping, pitching and launching 5 sided grip for easy hold Matches the shape made between thumb and index finger Eliminates the torque or twisting of the grip in the pupil s hands Two rows of colored dots help pupil s Position thumbs on correct side 10
launcher Launcher Features and benefits Bullseye on club face helps focus the eye on impact Coach should refer to this as the eye Must be played from the Launch Pad; never off the ground Must only use SNAG balls. Hitting golf balls is extremely dangerous 11
launch pad Launch Pad Heavy duty rubber Gripper sole Slight bevel from back to front helps prevent catching the back edge Replaceable rubber tees Arrow for targeting Convenient carrying handle 12
hoop clock Training tools Used for all shots in stations Easy to control length of swing Simplifies instruction by referring to numbers Colors correspond to stations Blue Rolling Green Chipping Yellow Pitching Red - Launching 13
targets Hook and loop system Balls SNAG to them Lowest values nearest to the center Reflects the scoring in golf Designed for positive reinforcement 14
rollerama Rollerama Rolling chipping Triangle shape for stability Central target with two segments on each side Focus on centre but rewards slight deviation Encourages shot control as a shot that s struck too hard will not stick Store inside-out 15
bullseye Bullseye 2 parts - pitching - launching Hook and loop outer scoring zone Inflatable inner Inflatable means it takes shape and form Also makes it more receptive to shots Pump is a good investment 16
flagsticky Flagsticky Rolling chipping - pitching launching course creation Fill with water or sand for stability Stopper screws into base Flag sits inside the stopper Can be lifted by carrier handle 17
coaching kit The Cornerstone of Our System 1Equipment carrier 14 Launchers (Blue 30 12 RH 2 LH) 8 Rollers (Blue 30 ) 12 Launch pads 1 Snag balls (100) 4 Rollerama targets 2 Bullseye targets 4 Flagsticky targets 4 SNAG azoo 4 Snapper 4 SNAG-o-matic 4 Roller brush 16 Clock hoops Spare ribbons zoos clips - tees 18
Instruction 19
instruction The Hoop Clock Easily and Instantly Recognized by Students Demonstrate the Numbers and How They Relate to the Clock 7 to 5 Rolling 8 to 4 Chipping 9 to 3 Pitching 10 to 2 Launching Place on the Ground with the 6 O clock in Line With the Tee in the Launch Pad 20
hoop clock The Hoop Clock has Colored Sections that Relate to the Various Strokes and Swings Blue Rolling Green Chipping Yellow Pitching Red Launching Designed for Teaching Arm Control in the Various Strokes and Swings Designed to be a Safe Area to Swing a Club 21
The Set Up Used to simplify coaching 3 letters of the alphabet Designed for easy self correction by the pupil Dynamic results in a rapid time-frame Clear and concise 22
alphabet - a Using English Letters in Upper Case Form it Gives Immediate Feedback and is Easily Interpreted and Understood. The A is Used to Establish the Stance 23
alphabet - y The Y is Formed Between the Arms and the Club and is Referred to When Playing the Roll, Pitch and Launch shots. The Long Y is Referred to During the Chip Shot 24
alphabet - l The L Signifies the Position Between the Target Arm, Hands and the Shaft of the Launcher 25
The Hold 30 Seconds to a perfect hold 4 Step Process Left on Yellow - Connect - Right on Red Grip Designed for this Process 1 2 3 4 Hold the Shaft band with your rear hand club head facing up Place your left thumb on the yellow dots Slide your rear hand down and connect with your target hand Place your right thumb on the red dots 26
Hold Hand Placement on the Grip rolling Left on Yellow Connect Right on Red Grip Held in the Palms Set up Body, arms, feet, and ball Tall A Relaxed Y Bow to the ball Bend your knees Target step Rear step Start at 6 O Clock Stroke Away to 7 O Clock Stroke Through to 5 O Clock 27
7-5 tick - tock Stroke Clock Positions Dot Your Eye Brush 7 to 5 Tick-Tock. 28
chipping Hold Hand Placement on the Grip Left on Yellow Connect Right on Red Grip in the Fingers Set up Body, Arms, Feet, and Ball Tall A Long Y Bow to the Ball Bend your Knees Target Step Start at 6 O clock Target Foot Step Stroke Away to 8 O Clock Stroke Through to 4 O Clock 29
8-4 tick tock Stroke Clock Positions Dot Your Eye as You Cross Your Tee (Club Face Eye Square on Launch Pad) Brush 8 to 4 Tick-Tock. 30
Hold Hand Placement on the Grip Left on Yellow Connect Right on Red Grip Held in the Fingers Set Up Body, Arms, Feet, and Ball Tall A Long Y Bow to the Ball Bend your Knees Target Step, Rear Step pitching Start at 6 O Clock Swing Away to 9 O Clock Form Your L Swing to 3, Hold Your Y, Eye to the Sky 31
eye to the sky Stroke Clock positions Dot your eye as you cross your tee (club face eye square on Launch Pad) 9L to 3 Hold your Y Word Cues Swing away from the 6 to the 9 Make an L with the target arm and the shaft of the club Swing forward to the 3 Hold your Y Keep the eye to the sky 32
launching Hold Hand placement, grip position Left on yellow connect right on red Grip in the fingers Set up Body, arms, feet, and ball Tall A Long Y Bow to the ball Bend your knees Target step, rear step 33
Swing Clock positions 10-2 Dot your eye as you cross your tee (club face eye square on Launch Pad) 9L to 10, swing to 3L, finish at 2 Phrase Swing away from the 6 to the 9 make the L Swing to 3, make an L Finish at 2 Start at 6 O Clock Swing Away to 9L Continue to 10 O Clock Swing to 3 O Clock, Reform your L Finish at 2 O Clock 34
Training Tools 35
Roller brush Motor skill development Can be used right or left handed Start low and move up the club. Bristles should be @ 1 below the sole Can be used on the Launcher for chip shot Paint a line, kinesthetic feedback 36
kinesthetic, visual SNAG-o-matic Rolling chipping pitching launching Top of the triangle acts as a handle Dots correspond to five-sided grip 37
snag-o-matic SNAG-O-Matic Rolling Place arms inside hoop at the elbows Creates feeling of swinging a triangle Coach can use handle to initiate the rocking motion 38
snag-o-matic SNAG-o-matic chipping The Tool sits dot to dot on the grip Excess extending above the grip Hold with both hands close to where the grip meets the shaft of the club The Tool rests against target forearm One-piece swing action; hands do not flip 39
snag-o-matic SNAG-o-matic pitching Place tool on club the same as the chip shot Hold in the same position as before Swing away, it helps create and support the L Swing through it helps support the Y Encourages smooth simple action 40
snag-o-matic SNAG-o-matic launching Same placement Same hold Swing away supports and establishes good position Swing through supports and establishes good position Excellent for young children and women who cup their hands at the top of the swing. It provides complete support throughout the entire swing 41
snagazoo SNAGazoo pitching Five-sided grip for simplification Auditory feedback Encourages self correction Helps create the L position Low tolerance of incorrect actions 42
snapper Snapper launching Five-sided grip for hold consistency Auditory feedback First Exercise - Small Circles Above the Head The pupil stands with her arms extended above her head making small counter clockwise circles with just her wrists. She will do this as fast as she can. Develops Balance coordination rhythm - power 4 exercises Small circles - large circles skating - snapping Small circles with just the wrists above the head 43
snapper Snapper launching Second Exercise - Large Circles Pupil feels the circular motion of the swing Develops Balance coordination rhythm - power Large circles in front of the body with the shoulders, arms and hands 44
snapper Snapper launching Third Exercise - Weight Distribution Swing away touching your target knee to your rear knee Pupil swings away touching her target knee to her rear knee. Then she swings to the target touching her rear knee to her target knee. It closely resembles a skating motion Develops Balance coordination rhythm - power Swing to the target touching your rear knee to your target knee 45
snapper Snapper launching Fourth Exercise - Snapping the Ribbon Swing away to 10 Pupil swings away to the 10 then tries to pop the ribbon as she swings to the target. The small circles practiced in the first exercise will help the pupil relax her hands making the popping motion easily achieved Develops Balance coordination rhythm - power Snap the Ribbon 46
safety 1. At least 8 feet between each pupil 2. Use routines right from the start (freeze or stop) 3. Consider safety during set up 4. Only use SNAG balls with SNAG equipment 5. Only use Launcher with Launch Pad 6. Keep pupils in own space until asked to move 7. Show pupils where blind spots are 8. Be aware of all other players and where they re hitting 9. Do not allow ball-chasing 10.Use caution when near roads, rivers, car parks etc 11.Explain DUCK rule 12.Show respect by being quiet 13.Listen to the coach 14.Use equipment only for the purpose they were intended 47
safety It s your responsibility to provide a safe environment Safety must be taught and practiced Teach safety first Focus on the behavior 48
layout Launching Rolling Pitching Chipping 49
SNAG Coaching System 50
Coaching System A Systemic Approach to Teaching New Golfers the Fun damentals of Golf Utilizes a Multi-Station and Play Approach Incorporates the How and Where Each Shot is Played Includes the Use of Training Tools to Build Proper Motor Skills 51
Coaching System Strong Safety and Class Management Techniques Designed for ALL New Learners Heavy Focus on Student Self Correction Can be Taught Indoors or Outdoors Class Sizes from 4 to 48 52
Coaching System Utilizes Stations to Teach the Various Strokes and Swings Provides a Safe Environment for All Students Easily Controlled and Managed by the Instructor Better Learning Environment for the Students 53
layouts / Stations Allows 4 Basic Strokes and Swings to be Taught in a Systematic Way Think safety at all times Allows Use of Tools, Equipment and Targets Organized Activities that are Time Bound Remember to Allow Time for Set Up, Clean Up, and Packing Up the Equipment You Can Use Colored Balls Relative to Each Station Blue Rolling Green Chipping Red Launching Yellow - Pitching 54
rolling station Roller Brush Tool Active Active Roller Brush Tool 8 Feet 8 Feet Roller Brush Tool Active Active Roller Brush Tool 55
chipping station SNAG-O-Matic Tool Active Active SNAG-O-Matic Tool 8 Feet 8 Feet SNAG-O-Matic Tool Active Active SNAG-O-Matic Tool 56
pitching station SNAGazoo Tool Active 8 Feet SNAGazoo Tool Active SNAGazoo Tool Active 8 Feet SNAGazoo Tool Active 57
58 launching station SNAPPER Tool Active 8 Feet SNAPPER Tool Active SNAPPER Tool Active 8 Feet Deliberate practice On task
SNAG Cues Hold Set-Up Stroke Hold Set-Up Stroke Hold Set-Up Swing Hold Set-Up Swing Rolling Cues Feet Together Left on Yellow, Connect, Right on Red Hold the Grip in the Palms Bow to the Ball Target Step / Rear Step Bend Your Knees Tall A Dot Your Eye Brush 7 to 5, Tick-Tock Chipping Cues Feet Together Left on Yellow, Connect, Right on Red Hold the Grip in the Fingers Bow to the Ball Target Step Bend Your Knees Tall A Long Y (The student is now in the Ready Position ) Dot Your Eye as You Cross Your Tee Brush 8 to 4, Tick-Tock Pitching Cues Feet Together Left on Yellow, Connect, Right on Red Hold the Grip in the Fingers Bow to the Ball Target Step / Rear Step Bend Your Knees Tall A Relaxed Y (The student is now in the Ready Position ) Dot Your Eye as You Cross Your Tee 9L to 3 Hold Your Y Eye to the Sky Launching Cues Feet Together Left on Yellow, Connect, Right on Red Hold the Grip in the Fingers Bow to the Ball Target Step / Rear Step Bend Your Knees Tall A Relaxed Y (The student is now in the Ready Position ) Dot Your Eye as You Cross Your Tee 9L to 10 Swing to 3L Finish at 2 (Some students finish at 2 without this cue)
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