Instruction (Swing Ideas Worth Your Time)
Swing Ideas Worth Your Time
A curated list of instructors, swing systems, and golf programs worth exploring. BG Gawlf does not promote one “perfect swing.” These teachers represent different philosophies that have helped real golfers play better.
Highly recommend you watch Bob Brue’s Swing the Clubhead Video on youtube:
Feel-Based Swing Instruction
These instructors emphasize motion, rhythm, and club awareness rather than mechanical positions.
Ryan Mouque
http://www.ryanmouquegolf.com.au
Australian instructor heavily influenced by Manuel de la Torre and Ernest Jones principles. His teaching focuses on swinging the club freely and letting the motion produce the result rather than manipulating positions.
Manuel De La Torre
http://www.manueldelatorregolfteaching.com
One of the most respected teachers in golf history and author of Understanding the Golf Swing. His philosophy is simple:
Swing the clubhead — the body responds naturally.
His ideas influenced many modern instructors including Shawn Clement.
Trish Beaucher – 815 Tee Time
http://www.815-tee-time-inc.square.site
Instructor known for simplifying the golf swing and helping players regain confidence and natural motion. Focuses on practical feel-based drills and removing unnecessary tension.
Shawn Clement – Wisdom in Golf
http://www.wisdomingolf.com
One of the most popular modern teachers of target-focused golf. Clement emphasizes:
• external focus
• rhythm
• throwing the club to the target
His approach works especially well for golfers who become too mechanical or analytical.
Don Trahan – The Swing Surgeon
http://www.swingsurgeon.com
Author of Golf: Plain and Simple. Trahan focuses on simplifying the swing by emphasizing natural athletic motion and eliminating unnecessary technical complexity.
Setup / Impact Based Systems
These instructors emphasize geometry, impact conditions, and structured setup positions.
Kirk Junge – Setup4Impact
http://www.setup4impact.com
A structured method that focuses on:
• setup position
• weight distribution
• impact alignments
• simplified transition
Designed for golfers who want predictable contact and fewer big misses. Many players find this system improves consistency even if it temporarily reduces distance.
Rob Cheney
http://www.robcheneygolf.com
Rob Cheney teaches ball-flight laws and geometry-based instruction. His system focuses on understanding:
• face control
• swing direction
• impact geometry
Players who enjoy understanding why the ball behaves the way it does tend to benefit from his approach.
Ed Schwent – Golf Sensei Training
http://www.golfsenseitraining.com
Combines traditional golf instruction with structured training principles. Focuses on repeatable motion patterns and disciplined practice routines.
Single Plane / Alternative Geometry
These instructors teach variations of the Moe Norman single-plane philosophy or other alternative setups.
Todd Graves – Graves Golf
http://www.gravesgolf.com
The most well-known modern teacher of Moe Norman’s single-plane swing. Graves focuses on a simplified setup where the arms and club align more directly with the plane of the swing.
Moe Norman Tribute
http://www.moenorman.org
A tribute site dedicated to one of the greatest ball strikers in golf history. Moe Norman’s single-plane swing emphasized:
• simplicity
• consistency
• repeatable impact
Jim Venetos Golf Academy
http://www.jvga.com
Venetos teaches a unique preset weight-forward system where the golfer sets impact conditions before the swing begins. Designed to simplify contact and reduce timing variables.
Modern Online Instruction Voices
Modern instructors using online platforms to teach accessible and practical golf concepts.
Tom Saguto
http://www.sagutogolf.com
Known for blending Stack & Tilt concepts with simplified instruction. Saguto focuses on:
• predictable ball flight
• centered pivot
• simple movement patterns
Jess Frank
http://www.jessfrankgolf.com
Instructor focused on simplifying the swing and improving strike consistency through clear, practical drills.
Golf Programs Supporting Veterans
Organizations using golf to help veterans reconnect, recover, and build community.
PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere)
http://www.pgahope.com
The PGA of America’s flagship military program providing free golf instruction and rehabilitation support for veterans through local PGA professionals.
Fairways for Warriors
http://www.fairwayforwarriors.com
A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping combat-wounded veterans through golf instruction, mentorship, and community events.
Veterans Golf Association (VGA)
https://www.vgagolf.org
A national organization that provides competitive golf events for veterans and active-duty military across the United States. The VGA helps build camaraderie through organized tournaments and regional leagues.
BG Gawlf Philosophy
There is no single perfect swing.
Great golf instruction often falls into a few categories:
• Feel-based motion systems
• Geometry and impact-focused systems
• Alternative setups and swing models
Every golfer should explore ideas that help them:
• strike the ball consistently
• reduce big misses
• enjoy the game more
BG Gawlf exists to highlight teaching systems that are thoughtful, proven, and worth exploring.