The New Rules ideas are spreading. Today they are mentioned in a Wall Street Journal article about Method teaching. Here is the link.

I am asking you to get involved. The internet and forwarding of links through e-mail allow ideas to spread “virally.” The web is so democratic. You cast your vote every day with the things you find funny, interesting or educational that you pass along in forwarded e-mails. I know most of you have benefited from our straight-forward, skill based approach to golf instruction. The New Rules set of standards needs to be passed to as many golfers as possible and let them decide if it helps them. I want you to: 1. Download the New Rules e-book and read it. 2. Forward ...

Allow me to introduce O.R. Smith to you, WorldGolf.com readers: O. R. Smith is an Old Rules Instructor. He teaches the same method to every student who comes his way. Uniqueness and individuality are not allowed. In his mind there is one, “scientifically proven", best way to swing a golf club. He lectures about how important the short game is but teaches full swing lessons all day long. Because golf is so “mental", he has read a few books on the mental side of golf and dishes out his quick fix mental tips where he deems necessary. He does not do a physical ...

“Can you please give me a golf lesson that doesn’t make me worse?” That question and the two that follow are thoughts that go through most golfers mind. “Please help me get better, don’t confuse me.” “Can you say it so it doesn’t sound like a foreign language?” Confusion and getting worse are two of the biggest fears that keep golfers from seeking out professional help on their golf games. Having trust that you would not get worse or confused would certainly lead to more golfers taking lessons. If you haven’t already, please read “The New Rules of Golf Instruction.” This e-book is all ...

Thank you for coming to my blog here on WorldGolf.com. With the launch of “The New Rules of Golf Instruction” e-book came a new page on Mental Toughness in golf. Below you will find my first Core Mental Toughness video titled “The Why Question.” It is so important to understand “why” you play golf. The answer to the question then starts to set your expectations and your actions. It is a concept that sent me on a different path and has been a staple of my golf instruction ever since. Enjoy the video below:

I’ve released of my 60-page ebook, “The New Rules of Golf Instruction,” which is available for free download at NewRulesGolf.com. The ebook features the nine areas where traditional (Old Rules) golf instruction has failed and introduces the “New Rules,” a modern set of ideas and standards for golfers and instructors. I believe the New Rules will pave the way for people of all skill levels to play their best golf and stick with the game. I didn’t have very good instruction early in my career and that put me on a mission. Golfers deserve not to be confused. It’s ...