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A Gathering of Eagles
They say that eagles don't flock...
But on February 21-22, 2005, they did indeed gather at the Rob Noel Golf Academy in Abita Springs just outside New Orleans, Louisiana.  Forward Leaning Clubshafts, Anyone? The occasion was a Master Class of Golf Instruction based on the principles and procedures of Homer Kelley's great work, The Golfing Machine. Class Leader was Lynn Blake, G.S.E.D., and the assembled group of fourteen included eleven Professionals. All attendees had previous TGM experience and eight were TGM Authorized Instructors. Our host was none other than "The Man" himself, Rob Noel. A PGA member since 1989, Rob was voted in 1993 and 2000 the Gulf States Teacher of the Year. Golf Digest recognized him in 2000 and 2003 as Best Teacher in Louisiana. He is an Authorized Instructor of The Golfing Machine and has earned the designation G.S.E.M. (Master, Golf Stroke Engineering). His Associates, Tom Danos, Director of Schools, and Authorized Instructors Chris Wertz and Buzzy Brown also were in attendance. Located adjacent to the Money Hill Golf and Country Club, Rob's learning center provided the perfect venue for our explorations. It is one of the South's top golf instruction facilities: A beautiful building with covered bays, a built-in two-camera video set-up and more technical gadgets and training aids than you can imagine. The Master Class structure included a full first day of lecture, drill and demonstration on core TGM concepts. The second day expanded on the first with an in-depth morning Q&A. The highlight of the Class was the final afternoon, when each participant demonstrated their Total Motion before the assembled group with commentary and analysis by Lynn. Throughout it all the explosive sound of COMPRESSION!echoed throughout the surrounding woodside. What a group! What an experience! Thanks, Rob, for bringing us all together and making this special event happen. It is one each of us will long remember. |
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There wasn't nigh as many as there was a while ago. We fired once more and they began to runnin' down the Mississippi to the Gulf of Mexico. Battle of New Orleans- Music and lyrics by Jimmy Driftwood Yoda, that Lynn fella sure can make some noise with a clubhead and ball, can't he? 8) |
Fellow Machiners,
It was a privelege to be in attendance for the Master Class at The Rob Noel Golf Academy. Lynn is a dynamo. His presentation was a high energy " stream of consciousness" that obviously came from a passionate desire to share and de-code the mysteries of The Golfng Machine. Many of us are teachers and each of us were impressed with Lynn's ability to apply Golfing Machine concepts to our total motions . He identified one or two components per participant that , when corrected, showed immediate and dramatic improvement in compression and ball flight. The myth that real progress in changing a golf motion takes a long time was blown away forever. Applicatoin of precise, accurate, and appropriate information was a joy to observe. If you would ever have the chance to spend time with Lynn, take advantange of the opportunity. You will find that he is generous, courteous, enthusiastic and committed to your increased understanding of The Golfing Machine. Let's continue to support Lynn's efforts to spread the word. |
Truely an incredible learning experience!!!!
To all who seek to learn this great work by Homer Kelley,
My name is Rob Noel aka Hunter. We just got finished with one of the most incredible learning experiences of my career. Our two day school conducted by Mr. Lynn Blake was out of this world. His knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion are second only to Mr. Kelley himself. All I can say is WOW. When I first invited Lynn to conduct our school, I asked him to help us with the application of the principles in the book and HE NAILED IT I can see it now, we're going to take over the world of golf instruction. This was the first of many to come with Lynn and Rob Noel Golf Academy and I would like to invite all who seek to learn. Lynn, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with all of us. FOREVER HITTING, Rob |
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Just needed to shout this- this was evident in my workshop and is what the outside golfing world resists belief in. I may be preaching to the choir but .... it is true. Such a complex little book reaps a simply to use machine. Okay- when read to us by Lynn- lol. 8) |
and it is that statement Mike that TGM can gain worldwide appeal from. If TGM and it's leaders can show the world improvement can come reasonably quickly it might change the face of golf overnight.
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The workshop with Lynn was wonderful. It continues my understanding of Homers wonderful work. I still have very far to go, but continual involvement with people like Lynn, Rob, Brian, Joe and many others will help me get to my goal of a working knowledge of The Golfing Machine.
James Leitz, P.G.A., G.E.S.B. |
Thanks from The Rob Noel Golf Academy
I would just like to say WOW! Attending the 2 day school this past week was truly an eye opening experience for me. Mr. Lynn Blake helped me realize something... YES, the golf swing isn't easy... but, YES, the golf swing is easy to fix. His presentation and coaching was very impressive and I feel very lucky to have been able to be a part of it.
THANKS! Lindy Hitdlebaugh |
Master Class work at The Rob Noel Golf Academy
Fantastic learning experience!
Lynn is truly an EDUCATOR in every sense of the word. Concise, enthusiastic and informative. The fourth Imperative for all new TGM'ists should be learning from this man. He is the real deal. I have never had so many "SO THAT'S WHAT HOMER MEANT...." moments. Sure hope we do this again.....soon! |
It really was a great two days.
Lynn explained the book as Homer explained it to him, and noboby does that any better than Lynn. We also saw Lynn do some 'quickies" with the talented group and even watch a half-hour with a novice golfer and that was a great change of pace from the lecture. But! The most important thing was the GROUP was really loving learning in a setting where everyone started with some TGM knowledge. It was the ESSENCE of what a Golfing Machine Summit would be: How this for a line-up.....all half day presentations Lynn Blake - Explaining the book (just as he always does so well), plus his Homer stories. Ben Doyle - On the early days with Homer, Q and A about all the mis-told second hand stories, his take on why he teaches what he does and what he thinks of the other 'schools' of TGM thought. Chuck Evans - On his TGM experience, Sally, The big 'deal', and why he teaches what he does. Ron Gring - Working with PGA Tour Players, teaching in a small market, and his TGM experience Rob Noel - Teaching TGM at a "Golf Academy" and training a staff, PGA Tour lessons and his TGM story. Brian Manzella - "Results Oriented" Teaching, The internet, David Toms, how to build a a teaching business at a driving range with competitors, and his TGM< story Joe Daniels - On his 100 year plan and the "state-of-the union" etc, etc and a Massive On the Range Teach FEST!!! How bout it? |
And the approximate date of this "Magical Gathering" would be.......? [-o<
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Good Idea!!!
Brian,
LET'S DO IT. Rob |
Just a quick note to thank Yoda for a marvelous presentation. I was the least educated of the bunch on TGM. I have been to many teaching summits and Yoda blew them all out of the water. One thing that impressed me most was the structure that all who attended had in their actions. You would be hard pressed to find this consistency in a random group of teaching professionals. Rob Noel has been beating the importance of structure into my head for a while now. It took this class to really open my eyes to the importance. :shock: It is easy to get off track and worry about everything that is "downstream". Thanks again to Yoda, Rob, and all who attended. I think I'll go take up some slack. Chad Jensen
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Chad,
Welcome to our world. And what a wonderful world it is. Rob |
The Chain Of Destiny -- One Link At A Time
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It is a place for Practitioners only. We must learn first from ourselves. Only then can we fulfill the dream of Homer Kelley...the correct information in the hands of all who would build a more efficient, effective Golf Stroke. |
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The Forum,
What an experience! The instruction and information were presented in a dynamic and easy to understand fashion. Lynn's passion for TGM and his desire for spreading the word were very evident from the moment he walked in the door till the moment he left. We never stopped learning. He was energetic and impressive throughout his whole presentation and it picked up even more when we hit the range. He demonstrated as well as he taught, his ability to hit and then re-program and swing was admirable. Then he was able to go through all of us and within a matter of minutes make adjustments that immediately improved the quality of strike as well as flight of the ball. It would seem hard to believe if I had not seen it with my own eyes. I was giving a lesson to a college player the following day, and afterwards he put it in the best words, he said it felt like cheating because it was so easy. I attribute the improvement in my ability to teach TGM to a few experiences. First having the great opportunity to work at the Rob Noel Golf Academy. Working along side Rob Noel, Buzzy Brown, and Tom Danos has been invaluable, I feel like I learn something new everyday. Second going through the Bachelor level authorization with Joe Daniels. And thirdly the couple of days I was able to spend learning from Lynn, he seems to bring it all together. Thanks for the experience, I hope to continue to learn. Chris Wertz G.S.E.B |
I am so jealous that I couldn't be there, it sounds like it was a great group!
Brian, pull off this summit and alot of people will be greatly indebted to you for ever!!! Todd |
Sounds good...doesn't it?
I will make some calls next week. I will be the moderator, of course :wink: |
Listening!
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Just remember: The Moderator Concept assumes there will be a 'word-in edgewise!' [-o< |
Also remember that the Moderator job and the attendee jobs are very different.
If don't Moderate from the stage, then I'll have to do it from the floor... :wink: :wink: |
A Miller Light Moment
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Brian... You are too much. :lol: I love ya, man! |
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