GBD Partnership with the Brazilian PGA

Golf Biodynamics Brazil (GBD) and the Brazilian PGA are now collaborating to further develop the game of golf in Brazil.

The recently established partnership between the PGA and Golf Biodynamics of Brazil demonstrates "total support for the golf coach. Golf professionals, with the support of sports science and health specialists can help the PGA to grow and develop the game in new ways” says Rui Raposo, GBD representative in Brazil. 

“3D Swing Analysis is a great adjunct to video” says Rui. "Teachers can now base their coaching decisions on quantitative data to improve their student’s game, whether the goal is to enhance performance through technical change or reduce the risk of injury”.

The role of Golf Biodynamics will be to provide expert advice, 3D services, and educational seminars to assist golf teachers both on a day-to-day basis with their instruction and expand their knowledge in the areas of golf biomechanics and sports science.

It is a great step forward for Brazil in terms of catching up to some of the most successful nations for developing elite young golfers in the past few years – nations such as England, Canada, Denmark, Germany and Sweden.

For more information about Golf Biodynamics in Brazil visit the website at http://www.golfbiodynamics.com.br or contact Rui Raposo on (11) 7501-0534 or email info@golfbiodynamics.com.br

A New GBD Asisstant in Miami…

Why I took an opportunity to work half-way around the world (for not a lot of money!) by: Gavin Sutherland

Last year I was looking for a seachange. I have enjoyed being a golf professional, but I was left wanting more.

I answered an advertisement on the PGA website for an Assistant Professional for a company not widely known in Australia but with strong international connections - Golf BioDynamics.

Following an on-course interview with Robert Neal and Karen Harrison (GBD partners) in Brisbane, I accepted the position of Golf BioDynamics assistant for 2011 - not entirely certain of what I was getting myself into!

Now, 6 months into my stay here in Miami (FL, USA), it is hard to believe that the time has passed by so quickly. There has been so much to absorb and take in, that it feels a little overwhelming when trying to go back and re-live what has happened.

After a 30 hour flight from Australia, I arrived into the sauna that is Florida in the summer. Coupled with jetlag, the first few days I admit were tough. Since then however, it has been nothing but highlights and new adventures.

The pressure was definitely on as soon as I arrived with only a very short period of time to familiarise myself with life in the US and a new job, about which I knew virtually nothing. Some intensive training marked the beginning and I quickly became familiar with the Golf Biodynamics 3D System and life at the Jim Mclean Golf School.

There is simply no way I would have had this learning experience back in Australia! A unique facility at Doral, there are 30 instructors in-season, all of the latest technologies and ideas, and a constant desire to learn and become the best. From working with Tour Players to interacting with some of the world’s best golf instructors, attending the World Golf Fitness Summit, the PGA Show, and assisting both the German and Danish National Teams, the last 6 months has been hectic to say the least. But I cannot wait to find out what the remainder of the year has in store for me!

The decision to leave Australia in order to grow as a Golf Teacher was a good one for me. I encourage others to take the risk and extend themselves as I did. A most valuable experience!

Thanks Golf BioDynamics!

Contact Gavin Sutherland at: G.Sutherland@golfbiodynamics.com

GBD works with Europe's finest National Teams

Winter training in the northern hemisphere often forces individuals and National Team players to migrate towards warmer locations for the benefit of practicing off grass and seeing ball flight.

Port St Lucie, just 2 hours north of Miami and home to the PGA Learning Center, has for the last few years attracted groups such as the German National Teams, Danish National Teams and the Danish Junior Golf Academy. We are proud to say that we have been involved, in some measure, in their successes over the years.

We wish them all the very best of luck for the upcoming season in Europe! 

“Thanks a lot for your help in Florida. It was great to see you in action – you give us the extra focus and sharpness we need to keep improving our skills and develop the future stars. We had a fantastic 2010 season and you are certainly also part of that success due to the work we started with you, Karen and Michael some years ago now”.

All the best – Claus (Danish Golf Union)