Short-Game Clinic: Chipping, Pitching & Putting

About this experience

No full round and no driver. This clinic happens entirely on the short-game area and practice green, working on the shots that Tyler says cost amateurs the most strokes: bump-and-run chips, 30-to-80-yard pitches, greenside bunker shots and putts inside ten feet.

He starts with a quick test to see where you lose strokes, then builds drills around the weakest part. You finish by playing a nine-hole up-and-down challenge around the green and leave with a practice routine you can run in 30 minutes.

Your day

1. 7:30 AM

   Short-game test

   Hit a set of chips, pitches and putts so Tyler can find where you lose the most strokes.

   30 min

2. 8:00 AM

   Chipping and pitching

   Club choice, landing spots and controlling distance with one swing length.

   1 hr

3. 9:00 AM

   Bunker play

   Setup and technique for getting out of greenside sand on the first try.

   30 min

4. 9:30 AM

   Putting

   Speed control drills, reading slope and a routine for short putts.

   45 min

5. 10:15 AM

   Up-and-down challenge

   Nine holes of chip-and-putt scoring to see what stuck.

What’s included

• Short-game area and practice green access
• Practice balls
• Written 30-minute practice routine

Good to know

• Bring your wedges and putter; loaner clubs are available.
• Collared shirt and golf or soft-spike shoes required by the course.
• Suited to all levels. In summer, sessions start early because of heat; bring water and sunscreen.

Your curator

Tyler Brooks12 years as a touring and teaching professional

Tyler Brooks played Division I golf before turning professional and competing on developmental tours for eight seasons. He now plays regional events and teaches players from beginners to single-digit handicaps. His lessons focus on course management more than swing overhauls.