Finding Your Swing: Personalizing Golf Instruction with Molly Braid
Description
In this episode of The Approach, we sit down with Molly Braid of Molly Braid Golf to explore her journey from a dairy farm to becoming a highly respected golf instructor. Molly shares how her unique approach to teaching blends fundamentals with individual biomechanics, helping golfers of all levels achieve their goals. From her insights on grip and posture to her use of technology like Sportsbox and TPI screens, Molly emphasizes the importance of tailoring instruction to fit each student’s physical abilities and aspirations.
We also discuss her experiences coaching college golf, the role of mindset in performance, and how learning from mentors like Dana Rader and Mike Adams shaped her teaching philosophy. Tune in to hear Molly’s thoughts on the evolution of golf equipment, her favorite drills, and her must-read book recommendations for golfers and instructors alike.
Key Takeaways:
- Why the fundamentals of grip and posture are critical to improving your golf swing.
- The importance of adapting instruction to a student’s physical capabilities and goals.
- How technology like Sportsbox and weighted swing tools can enhance learning.
- Molly’s favorite resources for golfers, including Every Shot Counts by Mark Broadie and Vision54’s books.
Resources Mentioned:
- Every Shot Counts by Mark Broadie
- Vision54 Books by Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott
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