Tuesday, February 09, 2010
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Rebecca Dengler Golf - A Better Approach to the Game If you're reading this, you're looking for a better approach to learning the game of golf.

We all know that golf instruction for a lot of players has not been very helpful. It is a common occurrence that many players get more frustrated with golf instruction rather than improving. In fact, many players and teachers seem to think you need to get worse before you get better! Perhaps this is why many players quit the game altogether.

I promise to teach differently.

This short slide show explains my teaching philosophy and some of the key concepts I employ. Please take a few minutes to view my website. Contact me with any questions. Or find the "Book a Lesson" link below and schedule a lesson at our Wilmington, DE facility.

Click the arrows on my picture to learn more!

Named One of 50 Top Teachers by the LPGA, Golf Digest and Golf for Women Magazine!

Simple Instruction with Smaller Steps

Behavioral specialists, researchers, fitness experts and golf pros who really teach more effectively agree on this key concept:

Skills and behaviors can easily be changed for the better if they are taught in simpler and smaller steps.

I am always seeking new ideas and techniques to make me a better teacher. I consulted the best minds in golf, including the Swedish golf coaches who worked with Annika Sorenstam. They all agree most players get too much information while learning and they can't keep up with it all.

Too often the golf swing is made overly-technical and so complicated that improvement is impossible for the average player. "Simpler is better" is a key concept in my teaching, and it has been working successfully for my students for years.

There's More to Golf than the Full Swing The full golf swing is not the whole story!

In fact, full swings make up fewer than 50% of your strokes in a game of golf, yet most players (and many teachers!) spend 90% of their focus on the full swing.

Players need to learn all the skills of the game in their proper proportion. Short game skills are crucial. Putting, alone, makes up more than 40% of all players' shots in a round of golf!
Be Positive!

Positive reinforcement encourages change much more effectively than negative reinforcement.

It is more effective to approach a golf skill by thinking of what you want to do, versus what you do not want to do. For example, instead of telling yourself "don't top the ball," you can more easily learn to "hit the ball in the air."

I want to create an environment where really positive change is possible for all players, from beginners to those playing at tournament level. I invite you to schedule a lesson through this website.

Find the "Book a Lesson" button below and come see me.

I hope learning and playing golf brings you as much enjoyment as teaching the game does to me!

Golf Fitness Technology Assessments at Body Balance for Performance

Rebecca Dengler, PGA and LPGA Master Golf Teacher Professional will be offering 60 Minute Golf Fitness Technology Assessments throughout the off season at Body Balance for Performance, Conshohocken, PA.    CALL 302.571.9041 To Schedule.  Click here for more details.

Off-Season Indoor Clinics at Play-a-Round Golf

  • Ladies Clinics in Nov., Jan., and Feb.
  • Get in Shape Clinic Nov. 19
  • Individual Lessons Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon and Tuesdays 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Held at Play-a-Round Golf, Malvern, PA.  Click here for rates and info.

News from Becky Dengler

News from the 2010 PGA show....

Hey everyone,
We are just back from the PGA 2010 merchanise show and there are a few interesting things to report:

          Although the show shrunk in size and participation, it was busy with serious golf industry people.

          The best companies are left standing, some to note:
 Antigua clothing- best quality at a great price
 Eyeline golf- see my website for the logo- the company offers teaching and practice and training aids, but no gimmicks- well thought out and many great ideas on their website  from Sam the company President.
Tour Edge- New XCG # irons and driver - top Golf Digest lists.
LPGA- We got to meet and hear from the new commissioner, Make Wahn- also Nancy Lopez, Annika, Brittany and many opther players floating around the show.

I also picked up a new camara system, very simple and cool as well as a few teaching aids.

I look forward to seeing everyone in the spring.  Also keep an eye out for new programs on the website and if you have any ideas, please let em know.
Best, Becky

 

Winter and Spring 2010

While there is still some winter ahead, Becky is avaiable for private lessons at PlayarRound Golf in Malvern, PA , just contact becky at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to schedule.  This is a great time to get your swing going for the spring as well as some good fitness ideas for these last few weeks before yiu start swinging.

Coming up in spring:
Small group clinics at a great price, Practice Program, New EWGA of DE Programs, and more.
Just watch out here for more information.

See you soon, Becky

 

Current Update

Ed Oliver Golf Club is closed untill March 1st... undergoing renovations to the golf course as well as the Pro Shp and Resturant.  We are all looking forward to an exciting 2010! If anyone needs to reach me , please e-mail me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call at 610-724-3913. Also for those that want to keep swing see the winter programs I have posted on this site!
Best to all and Happy 2010. Becky
 

Becky is now TPI Certified....

pman_cert_logo_small.jpgBecky has just completed her Titliest Performance Institute (TPI) Golf Professional I certification.  I highly recommend you consider getting a TPI screening.  It takes 1 1/2 hours and will take you through a physical evaluation and then recommend exercises that are golf specific depending on any limitations you may have.  It is simple, easy and fun as well (as very enlightening). 
Cost $150. per session-
Spring Special:  bring a friend and split the fee.. 2 for 1  and it is more fun with a friend! (valid March 2010)

Call Becky to schedule... 302-571-9041
 

Join us in Pinehurst......

We have an exciting program upcoming in PineHurst, NC at Pine Needles March 25-28th. 
Pine Needles is a great resort that has everything you need, so no need to be driving around!  It has 2 wonderful course, great practice area, three practice holes and great dining and bar.
These are small groups that offer learning, practice and playing with instruction geared to individual needs of all levels of players. Please consider join Cathy Reynolds and I at one of our favorite venues.  This is a small group so the program will fill fast, so contact us if you are interested!

Make this off season the best for your game!
Becky
 

"I know the typical approach to learning golf has not been successful or enjoyable for most players. I promise to teach differently!"
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Named Top Teacher

golf_digest_logo_generic.pngGolf Digest magazine just named Becky one of the top teachers in Delaware - again!  Take a look at the list.

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