Peter Naylor
Peter Naylor is not one to change his clubs on a whim so when he came to the AIZ looking to upgrade we knew we had to do our very best for him. So with the use of the GC2 Launch Monitor we started by confirming the correct shaft for Peter and the best fitting driver. Then we looked to matching the driver with a well suited, easy to hit consistent fairway wood. The winning clubs were the Ping G25 12 degree driver (set to 12.5 degrees) and the Ping G25 seven wood, both with graphite soft regular shafts. The impact of these clubs was felt on the very first hole Peter played with them. Peter nailed a driver down the first then with his natural great rhythm he struck a seven wood towards the pin. In the early morning light he and his partners did not see the ball finish so they started to look for it behind the green but to no avail. Peter then cheekily looked in the hole and that's where the ball was! An eagle two - driver, seven wood into the hole. I would like to thank Peter of his business it is very much appreciated now all you need is the matching hybrids and irons.......
A delighted Peter with the eagle makers!
I can't guarantee that you will have the immediate success Peter had but if you're making do with a clubs you weren't fitted for or that are some years old… book in today to see how much distance and accuracy you could gain. Click here for a booking or ring the AIZ on 0113 2689603
Is Time to Change Your Wedges?
I recently ran a small experiment with my new GC2 Launch Monitor. I was looking to see how older wedges with more worn grooves affect the amount of spin you get on the ball. The results were quite dramatic, with the new wedge generating an average just shy of 6,000rpm, the used wedge generating just shy of 5,000rpm, and the well-used wedge generating just over 3,000rpm!
When we hit wedges, the backspin generated is crucial to giving us the control that we need. With that in mind, the rates found from the experiment should be alarming to you if you're playing with some older wedges. The grooves get worn and this has the same effect as getting some grass caught between the club and ball at impact. This creates a shot where the ball will pitch, and then continue to run out. This is all good and well with the driver when we want distance, but with the wedge shots we are looking for control and accuracy.
Think of it like this - when did you last see a pro on TV play a wedge shot from 40+ yards that didn't spin back or 'check-up?' This allows them to negate any chance of an unlucky bounce as they can fly the ball to the hole. If you feel you're not able to be as aggressive as you'd like on your wedge shots, we can check your lofts and spin rates on our new GC2 launch monitor. Furthermore we have a wide selection of wedges with varying bounce and loft angles to suit all golfers. As ever we will be happy to talk you through the process and explain what will best suit your game - please feel free to ask for our help when you're next in the shop or click here to send me an email.
Wedge Demo Day and 'Pitch it Close' competition.
Here's a day for your diary! On Saturday 24th of May from 11pm to 2pm the AIZ will be hosting a Wedge day! If ever you've wanted to know anything about the wedges you currently have, or where your wedges may be letting you down… today's the day!
We will have lots of Demo Wedges, the GC2 Launch Monitor and the Loft & Lie Machine out there as well as myself, Joe or Jack to talk you through why your wedges do what they do.
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If you want to know the lofts on your wedges… This is the day for you!
If you want to know the gaps in between your wedges… This is the day for you!
If you want to know the distances you hit your wedges… This is the day for you!
If you want to know how much you spin your wedges… This is the day for you!
We will also be holding a 'Pitch It Close Competition' and giving out the odd tip on how to improve your short game, to those who attend.
If you would like to book your Free no obligation Wedge Day appointment please click here or ring the AIZ on 0113 2689603
TaylorMade Demo Day
Booked in for Saturday 17th May is the TaylorMade Demo/Fitting Day. Luke Searle, TaylorMade's club and custom fit specialist will be on Alwoodley's practice range from 11.00am to 3.00pm. The very popular JetSpeed and SLDR wood ranges will be here together with the Speedblade irons, which are showing great distance gains on my GC2 Launch Monitor fittings. If you would like to book a no obligation fitting with Luke then either click here or call the AIZ on 0113 2689603.
LADIES GET INTO GOLF
LADIES BEGINNER GROUP LESSONS AT THE ALWOODLEY GOLF CLUB
Our Ladies Group Coaching sessions will be fun and friendly making it very easy to give golf a go without feeling at all intimidated. Any fears about not being very good are soon put to rest when you learn that everyone misses it, tops it and sends it sideways to begin with!
We have put together a course of five sessions that last for one hour each and cover all aspects of the game plus rules and etiquette and will even involve going out on the course. You do not need to have any clubs or experience nor do you have to be a member of the golf club.
1. Let's Get Started - On the Green
Introduction to Putting.
2. Around the Green
Introduction to Chipping.
3. The Basics Introduction to the clubs.
The full shot set up and short swing.
4. Building Blocks
Basic Swing Development.
5. On the Course
An on course lesson.
These sessions are a great opportunity to learn a new skill, meet other lady golfers and forge new friendships.
Some of the comments after last years sessions were very positive and pleasing:
"I have been one of six new lady golfers under John's tutelage over the past couple of months. After years of showing no interest or appetite for golf, despite my husband's pestering, I did not expect either to enjoy it or be gripped by the game. Having finally been persuaded to try, John's expert coaching, encouragement and support for us all has completely won me over. More than anything he has made it fun to participate and has provided the impetus for me to continue further. John has put in a terrific amount of thought and effort into the sessions and made us all (as have the Alwoodley lady members) feel very welcome at the club. I might even have improved along the way!!"
Janet Ledger
"Over the last year I have had both individual and group lessons with John. I am a complete beginner at golf so I was very relieved to find a group of friends who were of a similar standard. The lessons have been firstly great fun, instructive and taylor made to each individual. John is very encouraging and the lesson notes he provides give very clear instructions as to what we should be aiming to achieve. The beginner lessons are excellent value and have given me the confidence to continue trying to conquer this game! Thank you John for the very enjoyable lessons , taking up golf has been one of my best New Year resolutions!"
Rosey James
The cost for the course of five sessions is £50.00
If you would like more information and to book your place please click here or call 0113 2689603.
Fun and Games for Junior Golfers at Alwoodley
Our fun Saturday morning junior lessons are ongoing each week at 10am. With each session being an hour long and coached by myself and or Joe there have been some good turnouts in the recent weeks but there is still room for more! These lessons are a great way to meet other juniors, have fun and just get into golf. Age's four to twelve of all levels are welcome to attend and Mums, Dads and grandparents are invited to try some of the fun games. We hope to see some more young talent to add to the great potential we already have.