Is TGM for me?

[teach]

Thanks Paul. By the way, it's cool to see a Hendrix photo on a golf site, although I was more of a Clapton guy at the time.

teach

[plgolf]

After browsing thru this forum for some time I ordered the yellow book 2 months ago. I can report now, that the journey looks promising: Just understanding low point and its implication when adressing the ball, has improved my distance ( gained 1 to 1 1/2 club) and most important my consistency. I have dropped my hcp from 10 to 8. I am excited. Thanks to you all who regularly post on this forum.

[Yoda]

After browsing thru this forum for some time I ordered the yellow book 2 months ago. I can report now, that the journey looks promising: Just understanding low point and its implication when adressing the ball, has improved my distance ( gained 1 to 1 1/2 club) and most important my consistency. I have dropped my hcp from 10 to 8. I am excited. Thanks to you all who regularly post on this forum.

Your post is music to my green ears, plgolf. A 20 percent drop to a single-digit handicap is quite an accomplishment. We at LBG are proud of your progress and happy to have been part of it.

Now, keep on posting! Writing is the best way I know to clarify your thinking, even if it's only to ask a question. In fact, I urge each of you who only read (but don't post) to get out of the grandstands and into the game. We have an unlimited number of spots on our Team Roster and on the field. You can be in on the next play. Come on down...your jersey is waiting!

[birdie_man]

Thanks Paul. By the way, it's cool to see a Hendrix photo on a golf site, although I was more of a Clapton guy at the time.

teach

Clapton is great too. I like most classic rock.

There's some good new stuff...but it can't touch the oldies. I'm 20...but I'm proud to say that I know what good music is when I hear it.

[Mathew]

Clapton was overrated...lol

He always sounded like a white dork playing the blues.... lol

[Mathew]

The golfing machine will give you everything you need and more.

It will give you everything you need. How good you want it to be is entirely up to you.

[Triad]

Hello. This is my first post to this forum. I am a 57 year-old beginner from Long Island, NY. I've played just long enough to have developed terrible habits: an inconsistent bottom of my arc (sometimes topping the ball, sometimes hitting fat, sometimes just right), and a rather severe out-to-in , too steep swing path. I attended Mike Hebron's camp when I first started, but I don't recall him using TGM principles in the brief time that he spent with us. Frankly, he spoke in riddles. I have also taken individual lessons with several local pros, but still haven't come close to breaking 100. Given my background:
1. Do you feel that TGM can help me? From reading comments from TGMers on other forums, my impression is that most are already excellent golfers. I have always been a good athlete for my size (5'8"), so this is frustrating me. I am willing to work on my game, but I have much more time to do so during the summer.
2.If you feel that TGM would help, would it be better for me to focus on being a swinger or a hitter? Could you explain why in layman's terms?
3. From the excerpts I've read, Homer's book seems too advanced for me. Is there a video, other than Mike Jacobs' "Explosive Golf" that explains TGM in terms that I would understand and be able to execute? I liked Jacobs' tape very much, but it only taught the swinger method. For example, would Ben Doyle's or Brian Manzella's tape be better for a beginner? Or, is there a better option out there?
4. Finally, can you recommend a TGM teacher on Long Island, other than Mike Hebron? I was thinking of giving Mike Jacobs a call, but he's quite far from where I live.and I don't know if his swinger emphasis would suit me.
5. SwingNorthtoSouth, I noticed that you are from the Island. I would particularly welcome your feedback.

Thank you all in advance for any insights that you can provide.

teach

Good luck teach,

IMHO, Yes, get Bens tape, yes get Brians Flipper video. Both are full of good info. Keep reading the TGM websites, they are invaluable. Also, do get the Book if you don't own it. It may appear 'advanced' at first but it is like a large oyster shell that opens itself a little bit more each time you read it and inside are many 'pearls' waiting to get out. If Mike Jacobs is too far for you consider Rick Nielson, GSEM at Randalls Island Golf Center, near Manhattan. Both Rick and Mike are class acts and can teach both swinging and hitting.

Best,
Triad