Right now I’m not only obeying the stay at home order in Colorado, but we have 8 inches of snow in our yard so I can’t even swing outside. Because of this, I have had to get real creative with my online lessons. Here is how I lay them out;
First I review videos from my student’s last lesson. We video every lesson. If there is a drill that can be modified to do indoors by swinging a short club or kitchen utensil, I will film myself doing it and send it to my student. If they can do it at their place, great.
Second, if they don’t understand it or need a different drill, I will have them film themselves and send it back. Then I will immediately schedule a Zoom or Google hangout with them. It is important to use a program where the instructor can share their screen with the student so everyone sees the same thing. Google Hangouts will let you draw on the screen as you go. This is important for the coach to make their point.
Finally, if the student is allowed on the golf course, I will have them film their swing and email it to me. We will then schedule another meeting and discuss where to go next. These lessons always start with review and practice of the last piece before new content is added. I don’t actually like adding new things right now because this isn’t the best environment to explain and practice.
All of these virtual lessons are done at a VERY reduced rate or complimentary for current students. Normal rate shouldn’t be charged right now for many reasons.