In this episode of the Connected Instructor podcast, Landon interviews Jackson Fox, a golf instructor at the Rick Smith Golf Performance Center. They discuss Jackson's journey into golf instruction and his passion for continuous learning. They also touch on the importance of individualized teaching and the evolution of golf instruction. Jackson shares his interest in Dana Dalquist's teaching methods and the value of rehearsal swings. They discuss the role of grip, posture, and balance in the golf swing and the satisfaction of helping students improve their game.

Takeaways

Continuous learning is essential in the field of golf instruction.

Individualized teaching is important to cater to each student's unique needs.

Golf instruction has evolved from a focus on models and cookie-cutter approaches to a more personalized and nuanced approach.

The grip, posture, and balance are fundamental aspects of the golf swing.

Rehearsal swings can be a valuable tool in improving the golf swing.

The satisfaction of a golf instructor comes from seeing students improve and achieve their goals.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

11:33 Interest in Dana Dalquist's Teaching

18:05 The Evolution of Golf Instruction

25:33 Teaching Philosophy and Rewards

27:12 Teaching Average Golfers

34:58 Improving the Grip