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2015 Junior Golf Brochure
FROM PRESCHOOL TO COLLEGE AND BEYOND
WELCOME TO THE ACADEMY
PROGRESSING JUNIOR GOLFERS TOWARDS PAR OR BETTER
POWERED BY
JUNIOR ACADEMY
OVERVIEW
Progressing Junior Golfers toward Par or Better
Our Junior Golf Academy provides a holistic long-term
development platform designed to progress your junior golfer
towards shooting par or better! Whether your junior is just
starting out, has played for a few years or is a competitive
player, we have a program that will challenge them to work
harder and get better! We utilize 2 tracks with our junior
development; G.F.L. "Golf For Life" and The Academy track
powered by the Operation 36 Junior Development Platform.
Both platforms includes Coaching, Playing, and Practice
Opportunities for your junior golfer.
The Academy Framework
PLAYING
COACHING
PRACTICING
GOLF MATCHES
ACADEMY CLASSES
SUPERVISED PRACTICE
Weekly opportunity to introduce your junior
Supervised Practice is similar to a study hall
The weekly classes are the center of our
to playing golf in a competitive environment. academy. Juniors progress through the Op 36 for academy classes. The juniors will learn to
Great experience for all skill level and ages. Learning System in a weekly 90 minute class. apply what they are learning through practice.
TRAVEL TEAM
PRIVATE LESSONS
WORK ETHIC CLUB
Our most experienced juniors will be invited
Private Lessons are a great addition to the
Recognizing hard work is at the core of our
to join the travel team and compete against
weekly academy classes. Coaches provide programs. Juniors record practice sessions in
other Academy locations in weekly matches. customized instruction for your junior golfer.
pro-shop to enter to win monthly prizes.
Richard Franklin
rf@richardfranklingolf.com | 520-248-8760
Deerpath Golf Course Junior Academy Director & Lead Coach
Richard Franklin is in his 5th year as Deerpath Golf Course's Director of
Instruction and junior golf specialist. After a 5 year stint as a full time
playing professional Richard drew his attention toward helping the next
generation of golfers reach their full potential. Through his countless
experience and research in the fields of both biomechanically based golf
instruction and Olympic- style holistic coaching, Richard has created a junior
golf program that represents a fundamental shift in how golf is being taught. "I have always had an
immense passion for the game. Golf has given me so much and I wake up everyday trying to give my
students the same gift", says Richard. "It is my sole objective to create an environment at Deerpath Golf
Course that fosters personal growth through fun and exploration of this great game. We are amongst
other things "gamifying" the 10,000 hour rule. (10,000 hours of deliberate practice is seen as a
universally accepted prerequisite for genius level attainment of a given skill set) We utilize science
supported research to scale every environment and growth benchmark to the biological age of each of
our players. We have a long term development model in place that will spark an intrinsic motivation to
accept golfs myriad challenges and rewards. I am ecstatic about what is on the horizon for the many
juniors involved in our program. "
- Founder/ Director of Richard Franklin Golf
Academy
- Operation 36 Junior Golf Developer
- Head Golf Coach to LFDCS and St Marys
middle schools
- TPI Certified Level 3 Junior Golf Coach
- TPI Certified Level 3 Mechanics Instructor
- AMM Advanced Biomechanist Certified
- Certified FLATSTICK practitioner and SAM
Puttlab Certified
- "Techie Award" winner in GOLF Magazine's
November 2014 issue
- Former Canada PGA Tour / Web.com player
- Director of Instruction at Deerpath Golf
COACHING
OP 36 JUNIOR
ACADEMY (Ages 7-18)
2015 SCHEDULE
Progressing juniors towards par or better
Our Long-Term Junior Development Programming is the center of
the Academy. The Juniors enroll in weekly 90 minute classes that
are age/ skill specific. It is during these classes the juniors learn the
game and are challenged in a group environment as they progress
through the Operation 36 Six Level Learning System.
Bi- Weekly 2 Hour Classes
SPRING SEMESTER
April 20th - June 1st
Structured Op 36 Learning System
4:1 Student to Coach Ratio Minimum
FALL SEMESTER
September 3 - October 2oth
Parent Resource Web Center
PLAYING
2015 ACADEMY
OVERVIEW
Ignition Program
Fuel Program
*Ages 8-10*
*Ages 10-13*
TEAM 180Performance Program
*Ages 13-18*
SPARK JUNIOR
ACADEMY (Ages 4-7)
2015 SCHEDULE
Providing a great first experience in golf!
PRACTICING
Our newest Spark Junior Golf
Academy is designed to provide a
great foundation to develop a
passion, knowledge, and
fundamentals for becoming a great
golfer. These classes also teach
parents the fundamentals of how
to properly work with juniors for
maximum skill development and
creating a passion for the game.
Academy Schedule
Spark Program
SPRING SEMESTER
*Ages 4-7 *
May 16th - June 6th
Spring: Saturdays 10-11 AM
Fall: TBD
Weekly 60 Minute Classes
Structured Spark Junior Golf Curriculum
FALL SEMESTER
TBD
4:1 Student to Coach Ratio Minimum
1:1 Customized Instruction for your junior golfer
Where do private lessons fit into the mix?
Private Lessons can be an essential piece of a juniors development. The golf
swing is a very complex motor pattern and private lessons are able to give
the coach 1 on 1 time to reinforce what is learned in class or to cover a new
area. The coaches can then provide additional feedback during the weekly
classes and supervised practice as well that supplement the private lessons.
COACHING
PRIVATE
LESSONS
FlightScope Doppler Radar Analysis
SATURDAY'S
Richard Franklin, Director
Swing Catalyst Pressure Mat Capture
Virtual Lesson Notebook
Tournament Preparation
On-Course Playing Lessons
Why shouldn't we only do private lessons?
Private lessons are essential for players serious about getting better, but
group training is incredibly important for the juniors to learn and compete
with other junior golfers. The group environment is where the junior can
test his skills, make new friends and really develop a love for the game!
PLAYING
1 HOUR PRIVATE LESSON
- $100 - ACADEMY
STUDENT*
- $130 - PUBLIC
STUDENTS
High-Speed Video Analysis
Richard Franklin's Unique Teaching
Style was featured in Golf
Magazine's November 2014 issue
PRACTICING
The Study Hall for Junior Golfers
Supervised Practice sessions take the traditional practice session to
another level. This is an organized time where juniors can take what
they have learned in the weekly classes and develop the skills under
the watchful eye of a junior coach. It is during this time that the
coaches will train juniors "how" to practice properly using the
"Blocked, Random, Performance Framework". By learning how to
properly practice we can accelerate your juniors skill development
and help make them independent golfers.
COACHING
SUPERVISED
PRACTICE
2015 SCHEDULE
SATURDAY'S
SATURDAYS
Ignition (Ages 7-10) 10:00-11:00AM
Fuel
(Ages 10-13)
11:00-1:00PM
PLAYING
Perf. (Ages 13-18)
10:00-11:00AM
Work Ethic
"Success
has no short
cuts"
The Supervised
Practice
session dates
mirrors the Academy Semester Schedule
PRACTICING
It is essential that juniors practice outside
of class . We will place a practice log inside
the pro-shop where juniors can view their
weekly "assignments" and log practice
sessions . Academy instructors will conduct
weekly checks to make sure students are
attending to individual assignments.
Compliance with the minimum number of
out of class practice time is a critical part of
skill development and mandatory for
maintaining "Academy student" status.
RF Golf Academy Enrollment Process
Is your Junior a
G.F.L or Academy
Student ? (Page 8)
FIND A PROGRAM
THAT FITS YOUR
NEEDS AND
SCHEDULE
COMPLETE ONLINE
CLASS REGISTRATION
@ deerpathgolf.com
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2015 RF Academy Annual Schedule Overview
PLAYING
COACHING
PRACTICING
SPARK ACADEMY (AGES 5-7)
MARCH
APRIL
JUNE
MAY
JULY
AUGUST
NOVEMBER
OCTOBER
SEPTEMBER
SPARK ACADEMY CLASSES
SPARK ACADEMY CLASSES
TBD
5/ 16-6/ 6 SAT 10-11AM, 6/ 19-7/ 17 FRI 2-3PM
OPERATION 36 ACADEMY (AGES 7-18)
APRIL
MAY
JUNE
JULY
AUGUST
RF ACADEMY (SPRING SEMESTER)
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
ACADEMY (FALL SEMESTER)
SUMMER GOLF CAMPS
G.F.L. "After School Golf "
GOLF FOR LIFE "After School Golf "
SUPERVISED PRACTICE
WEEKLY GOLF MATCHES
WEEKLY GOLF MATCHES
FRIDAY TOURNAMENT SERIES
TRAVEL TEAM
SUNDAY
Op 36 Golf Matches
MONDAY
TRAVEL TEAM
TUESDAY
Ignition/ Fuel Groups 4-6PM
at 4:00 PM
After School Golf 4-6PM
Travel Team
TBD
SATURDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
Ignition Academy (A)
Fuel Academy (A)
(Ages 7-9)
(Ages 9-13)
(Ages 7-13)
4:00 - 5:30 PM
4:00 - 5:30 PM
10:00 - 11:00 AM
FRIDAY
Supervised Practice
Richard Franklin Golf Academy Tuition
Step 1
Understanding your Junior Program Options
First thing. There are some changes to
the program this year..
The main change for the 2015 schedule is that there will be 2 "tracks" for junior golfers (8 and
older) to take. All golfers in the 5-7 year old age range will enroll in our Spark Golf Program. The
two tracks are the Academy Track and the G.F.L "Golf For Life Track. The academy track differs
from the G.F.L. track in that it geared toward golfers whos ultimate objective is to shoot 36 or
better for 9 holes. In accordance with that end goal, the academy program will feature benchmark
skill and playing tests and use a 12 skill badge curriculum over the course of 6 levels ( see PAGES
12-14 for more detail) . Academy students will also comprise our travelling golf team in 6 events
per season (6 Fall, 6 Spring) and will have mandatory Saturday supervised practice and a minimum
amount of individual practice hours per week. The G.F.L track will b very similar to the 2014 junior
program. It will feature the same progressive, age appropriate lesson structure, as well as bimonthly inter program tournaments.
Meets for "After
School Golf" during
Spring/ Fall Semester
Progressive, age
appropriate instructionGoal is to get better and
have FUN!
Operation 36
Platform- Goal is to
shoot EVEN PAR !
Inter- GROUP BiMonthly Tournaments
Roster spot on
Inter-Club Travelling
TEAM
Mandatory Saturday
AM Supervised
Practice
Mandatory out of
class practice
HOLISTIC MODEL
Emphasis on goal setting,
equipment, fitness,
mental game, tourn. prep
Monitored
progression continues
during summer
Spark Golf Academy
G.F.L. "Golf For Life"
Ignition/ Fuel
TEAM 180 Academy-
Ages 5-7
Ages 8-18
Academy- Ages 8-13
Ages 13-18
Step 1 cont.
Choose your Tuition Package Option Below
Summer Golf Camps
$ 928- 1295
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Richard Franklin Golf Academy Tuition
Richard Franklin Golf Academy (Ages 7-18)
TEAM 180 Academy Package
Per Session
Contact Richard Franklin
Ignition/ Fuel Academy Package
$1,215 Per Semester
Spring Academy Classes
G.F.L "Golf For Life" $695 Spring/ FALL Session
Spark Golf {Listed as "Golf FUNdametals)
$95 Per Session
Tuition Breakdown
Summer Golf Camps
Summer Golf Camps are a perfect fit
for juniors between the ages of 8-16.
The program is designed for fun and
fast paced exploration into the game.
Participants can expect to be very
active throughout the program as they
make their daily shuffle through full
swing mechanics, short game, putting,
and on-course ?stations.?
- Daily on-course instruction
- Weekly 9-hole tournaments
- Suitable for junior players of all ages and
skill
- Curriculum is based on most current models
$ 928- 1295
Per Session
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Richard Franklin Golf Academy Tuition
Step 1 cont.
of child development
- 4 to 1 Student to Instructor ratio
- Multi -Dimensional Program. Golf skills. general
movement functionality, playing aptitude,
competitive training are ALL INCLUDED
TEAM 180 Academy Package (Limit 8)
Contact Richard for Pricing
180 mph driver ball speed is world class production and alongside
relative accuracy would go a long way to making a successful
competitive golfer. Although concentration on this one parameter is
not the goal of this coaching plan it speaks to the ethos of a coaching
model striving for nothing less than elite performance. Team 180
coaching represents an Olympic style, holistic program that leaves
not stone un- turned and offers uncompromising support to its team.
Members of TEAM 180 will have every aspect of their games
measured , analyzed, and improved upon through a rigorous and
systematic blueprint. Players can expect a complete inspection of
equipment, skill set benchmarking, playing aptitude, physical fitness
and nutrition, mental game strategies, and most importantly
competitive play perfomance.
Semester includes:
# 1 on LF Fresh/ Soph
team, Jed Thomas
Henri Schmid, Director of North
Shore Elite Performance, located
at the College Park Athletic Club
in Bannockburn, Illinois, and is
the official fitness consultant to
the RF Golf Academy . Henri is a
TPI Jr 3 Fitness coach and was a
former trainer at the David
Leadbetter Academy.
- Evaluation week: AMM 8 sensor motion analysis,
TPI body screen, 9 hole playing benchmark,
putting/ short game/ iron play, driver
benchmarking, Evaluation week will also include
coach assisted goal setting and subsequent
practice plan creation
- 1 academy class per week (2 hours each; 6 total)
- 1 training session per week with Henri Schmid (see
bio)
- 1 supervised practice session per week (2 hours
Semester Totals: 12 hours academy class time,
each; 6 total)
12 hours supervised practice, 6 hours group fitness,
- 6 team matches/ or individual stroke play events
6 TEAM/ Individual playing opportunities
(Individual stroke play will Deerpath GC Spring Jr
Event series
Richard Franklin Golf Academy Tuition
Step 1 cont.
Ignition/ Fuel Academy Package
Ages 8-13
$1,215 Per Semester
Those in the Ignition/ Fuel Academy will be working from the
Project 36 Platform, (see last 3 pages for complete details) a long
term development initiative and curriculum plan designed to have
every graduate shooting even par or better.
The Academy track is for those looking to not only improve their
golf skills but be part of a competitive team. Those in the Academy
program that are of the appropriate age and skill level (tryouts will
be held if necessary ) will have a roster spot on our travelling golf
team that will play a minimum of 6 inter - club matches per season.
The remaining students will play in 6 inter- GROUP , Operation 36
events , continuing their quest to shoot 36 or better !
It is critical for applicants of the academy program to understand
that with enrollment comes an obligation to be compliant to an (age
appropriate) minimum amount of out of class practice time ,
Saturday morning supervised practice, and willingness to accept
the curriculum's planned challenges.
Semester Includes:
- 12 Academy Sessions ("After
School Golf") (2 Hours Each)
- 6 Inter- Club travelling matches
or Inter- Group Op 36 Events
- 6 Saturday Morning Supervised
Practices (1 hour each)
- Operation 36 Skill Kit
- Richard Franklin Golf
Academy golf shirt
G.F.L "Golf For Life" (After School Golf)
$695 Per Semester
Ages 8- 16
Child development models point to the age range most featured in the G.F.L program (ages 8-13) as "sampling years".
During this time frame it extremely important that children get exposed to environments that foster self exploration
and ultimately growth. The G.F.L program sets out to balance the inexact science of "play" with a mindful focus on the
progression towards specific golf goals.
The alchemy behind golf aptitude is (amongst other things) a complex mixture of connection and engagement to the
sport, deliberate practice, non - deliberate play, self efficacy, and consequently the calcification of skill. This track is
designed to set the all- important foundation that must be present for later skill development.
The G.F.L. After School Golf Program consists of 2(2)
hour group sessions per week for the 6 week Spring
and Fall Semesters
COACHING
Operation 36 Golf
Matches (Ages 7-18)
2015 SCHEDULE
Experiencing the game through friendly competition
For your junior to become a great golfer and develop a passion for
the game they need to play regularly! Operation 36 golf matches
provide a friendly environment for your junior to learn to play the
game. The Op 36 Matches utilizes a unique format where our goal
is to shoot 36 for 9 holes!
The Operation 36 Match Format
1. Each junior starts at our Division 1 Yardage
which is 10 yards from hole.
2. When they shoot 36 or better from that yardage,
they graduate to Division 2 (100 Yards).
3. This progression continues until they are
playing their full yardage.
PLAYING
Division 1
Orange
Division 2
Yellow
Division 3
Green
Division 4
Blue
Division 5
Purple
Division 6
Black
10
Yards
50
Yards
100
Yards
150
Yards
200
Yards
Full Tees
Each junior playing will be given a Wrist Band to wear that
symbolizes the accomplishment & Tees that they play from!
Travel Team
(Ages 9-16)
DATES/TIMES TBD
SPRING SEMESTER
April 12th - June 7th
FALL SEMESTER
August 2nd - September 20th
This format is for the junior golfer who feels
comfortable playing 9-holes and can maintain
pace of play. The juniors will be paired with
different players in their particular Level each
week. Scorecards will be turned into the coach at
the end of the round.
Important Notice
This is a new addition to programs and we believe it
will be a great success! Parents are encouraged to
positively support the juniors from the sidelines.
Having a parent in each group to support play is
encouraged. We will send a guide before matches start.
2015 SCHEDULE
Travel Interclub League for our serious players!
PRACTICING
Our newest addition to the Academy is our Travel Team! Coaches
will send invitations to players that they believe have the skill set
to compete against other Academy locations in the area. The
juniors will have the opportunity to compete in 9 hole matches at
different facilities in the area.
Juniors will compete in 9 Hole Matches
EXACT DATES TBD
All juniors will have the ability to play each weekend
The top 4 scores will count towards overall score
Juniors will be provided with a Team Jersey to wear
Coaches will meet juniors and parents at events
SPRING SEMESTER
April 20th - June 1st
FALL SEMESTER
September 8- October 20th
The Operation 36 Learning System
The motivating road-map and curriculum progressing golfers towards par or better
How does it work?
1
Juniors will receive the Level 1 Skills
Kit. Inside are learning materials that
lay out challenges the juniors needs
to be able to demonstrate to earn 12
Skill Badges for each Skill Kit Level.
2
Some of the challenges require that
the golfer records data or completes
a specific written activity. They are
noted by a ?Workbook Icon? and can
be found in the Tag Level Workbook.
3
The coaches teach specific badges
during class each week using fun
activities and games. Each program
will progress through the curriculum
at different rates due to age.
4
The golfer can practice what they
have learned outside of class until
they master the skill. They will then
come to class during the ?testing
time?, and demonstrate to coach. If
completed successfully, the junior
will earn their Skills Badge? !
5
The junior will go home and tell
parents, who will issue the Poster
Badge? from the Parent Envelope.
PARENT ENVELOPE
6
Once all 12 Badges are earned on the
bag tag the junior will proceed to the
next level and receive a new skills kit.
The Operation 36 Skill Badges
The Op 36 Skill Badges provide a motivating benchmarks to advance junior golfers
Posture Badge
The Posture Badge contains the skills and
knowledge the golfer needs to be able to
demonstrate a consistent powerful golf
swing. We start by giving the basics of
posture in the setup. As the golfer
progresses through the levels they will
learn how to maintain their posture
dynamically while swinging the golf club.
Ball Flight Badge
The Ball Flight badge contains the technical
skills and knowledge our golfera needs to
demonstrate to be able to use the club
efficiently to execute a golf shot. These
skills teach the golfer how to execute
different types of shots and cover the
basics of controlling the club face and club
path through impact.
Green Reading
The Green Reading Badge contains all of
the knowledge and skills the junior needs
to demonstrate to become a master green
reader! The kids learn basic to complex
green reading skills that teach them exactly
how to predict how the ball is going to roll
to make them a master putter.
Mastery Badge
The Mastery badge contains the
information the golfers need to learn to
master the sport. This badge not only
teaches the kids how to learn and not fear
mistakes, but covers many areas important
to master the game such as keeping score,
parts of the club, parts of the golf course,
golf lingo and much more.
Power Badge
The Power Badge contains all of
the skills and knowledge the golfer needs
to be able to hit the golf bar far. We believe
it is important to know how to hit the ball a
reasonable distance to make the game
enjoyable! We teach the most important
technical skills and fundamentals first to
give our golfers the the best chance to hit
the ball far!
Alignment Badge
The Alignment Badge gives our
golfers a solid base for understanding how
important learning to align at their target is.
Alignment is very important to be as
efficient as possible. Once the golfer
progresses through the first few levels we
begin to cover how to change the
alignments to influence different types of
ball flight.
Performance
The Performance Badge sets scoring and
practice benchmarks for the golfer. This
badge teaches the junior how to constantly
challenge themselves during practice and
playing to improve. Level 6 Black Tags must
shoot par or better to earn this badge!
Honor Badge
The Honor badge contains all the
knowledge and experiences the golfers
need to learn to understand the history and
how to play the game. This badge requires
research of legends and current players,
and covers the rules and etiquette of the
sport as well. This badge also teaches the
most important life & character traits.
Grip Badge
The Grip Badge contains the technical skills
and knowledge the golfer needs to
demonstrate to master the grip. The grip is
not only the closest connection the golfer
has with the club face, but it is essential to
have a proper grip to allow the golf club to
swing properly.
Putting Badge
The Putting Badge contains all of the
technical skills and knowledge the golfer
needs to demonstrate to become a master
putter! The putter is one of the most
important tools in the golfers bag. It is
designed to get the ball in the hole. This
badge teaches the golfer how to use the
putter efficiently to get the ball in the hole!
Work Ethic Badge
The Work Ethic badge teaches the
golfer that it takes time and practice to
become skilled at the sport. This badge sets
outside practice session benchmarks for the
juniors as well as helps them understand
what tees they should be playing when
they are on the golf course. Learning the
proper way to practice is essential for the
juniors to become scratch golfers.
Health & Fitness
The Health & Fitness badge contains sports
nutrition education & fitness benchmarks
to help instill an athletic base for our
golfers. We use a custom benchmark
system to challenge the golfers to improve
their fitness and compliment it with sports
and general nutrition education to not only
make golfers, but athletes in the process!
FOR REGISTRATION VISIT
www.deerpathgolf.com/Jr-Golf-Registrations.dept
For questions please contact Richard Franklin @(520) 248-8760
or email rf@richardfranklingolf.com
PO Box 2021
Buies Creek, NC 27506
888-253-4387
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