These Golfers Attended GMS Because They Wanted To Break 90

(And They Did It In 2009!)

Below is just a sampling of absolutely true - Golfer Testimonials we received in 2009 from Golfers whose goals were to Break 90. To see Testimonials from Golfers looking to break 100 or 80 - click on the corresponding number below.

Golfers Looking To Break 100 | Golfers Looking To Break 80

“My Two Best Rounds Of Golf In A Row!”

Jeff -

This past week I played with my son and I shot an 87 and a 90. These are the best two rounds of golf in a row that I have had since I took up this game.  I had 30 putts , 9 fairways, 8 GIR and 6 one-putts for my 87. WOW!

My driving has shown some great improvement on distance and accuracy. This is due to my slowing down my swing and using TIC-TOCK.

This week, I feel I have gotten better and my fellow golfers are also seeing the new and improved golfer in my scoring and shot making.

Tony D. - New Rochelle, New York - Sent September 8th, 2009

Attended Amelia Island, Florida location on March 30th to April 1st, 2009

“I Have Improved 7 Strokes Since GMS”

Alex, I want you to know that my game has improved about 7 strokes lower since GMS and I intend to make it even lower in the next few months by being a Player.

Regards,

Carmine L. – Longwood, Florida - Sent August 26th, 2009

Attended St. Augustine, Florida location on March 30th to April 1st, 2009

“From A 21.5 To A 15.8!”

Sam -

Just to let you know I really enjoyed my program with James and happy/proud to let you know my handicap is now a 15.8.  Prior to my work with my GMS Instructor James ... it was a 21.5!

Mike K. – Renton, Washington - Sent August 26th, 2009

Attended Phoenix, Arizona location on April 17th to 18th, 2009

"I Couldn't Break The Mid 90's To Now Shooting 79!"

Marc:  I was ready to give up the golf last fall, when at 64, I couldn't break the mid 90's and low 100's.  Well I told the wife that I was going to kill it of cure it by investing in lessons.  "Of course", she said, "You tried that before and you never were happy trying to create the swing of the teacher.  And for the money you were more unhappy than before!" 

Well, she had a good point.  So I went on line and reviewed everything available.  Well, it came down to economics.  The length of time and the basic concept I read sounded like something that would fit for me and the value was within my price perspective.
 
Well, February came and after 3 days under great guidance with Hayden, I had a whole different perspective on what I was doing with my swing.  I can relate to your assessment that improvement comes in following your drills, warm up with 29 ball routine, and the area I really had trouble, putting.

Those 10% increments continue because the drills just make me understand more of what I want to accomplish.  I now know how far I will hit all my clubs.  I now know to strategically play the course.  And most of all, I now know that a bad swing can be expected, and instead of letting it bother me, the new attitude is hit the next one!

I just finished playing and recorded a 79!  The second round in the 70's in two weeks!  My spouse is much happier, because she sees the game is fun again for me and I can't wait to play again.  Thanks for such a great program that brought me back to a game I love.  Now, when I hear the Monkeys talk I just smile.

Ken J. - Mountain Top, Pennsylvania - Sent August 25th, 2009

Attended St. Augustine, Florida location on February 9th to 11th, 2009

“I Won On Friday!”

Derick,

I want to thank you for 3 GREAT days at Lansdowne.  I learned a lot from you and my game will never be the same.

YES, I won on Friday afternoon against Randy at my home club, 3 and 2. Randy is a 2 and only gives me (a 16) 9 shots and he lost.

He was not a happy camper but I was.........I am working on what you taught us and feel that I will get my game into the 70's thanks to you.

You take care and again, THANK YOU FOR A GREAT LEARNING EXPERIENCE  and a fun time to boot.

Take Care,

Larry K. – Midlothian, Virginia - Sent August 23rd, 2009

Attended Washington DC, Location on August 18th to 20th, 2009

"My Best 3 Rounds At County Amateur!”

Marc – Played in the county Amateur Tournament this past weekend.  Overall – shot 86, 84, 84 with 9 hole rounds of – 45, 41, 44, 40, 44, 40 – my second nines on each day were my better nines – drove the ball quite well all weekend.

In the end, my 254 score was my best three-rounds of play at the BCA beating my 5th Flight winning score in 1998.

Gotta love the game,

Rick W. – Green Bay, Wisconsin - Sent August 10th, 2009

Attended Tampa, Florida location on April 20th to 22nd, 2009

"Improved My Best Score By 8 Strokes!"

Jeff - Things are falling into place. I have "rediscovered" my drive and am hitting my irons and hybrids very well. I am even using my 4 hybrid now off  the tee on short par 4's with great accuracy.

I played on Tuesday at a course that has been pretty challenging and improved my previous best score by 8 strokes. I played with a buddy of mine who has been playing for about 20 years, whom I had never beaten, and I beat him by 5 strokes. I will continue to work on the drills and keep my "plan" at the front of my game.

Thanks,

Ray J. –  Baton Rouge, Louisiana - Sent August 6th, 2009

Attended Boca Raton, Florida location on April 13th to 15th, 2009

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"My Best Day Of 27 Holes Ever!"

Marc - Shot a 41 in 'league' last Monday!

Shot an 80 at a new course on Friday morning, followed by another 41 in the afternoon at another new course!

AM Round:  80, 33 putts, 17 first putts were for par or birdie, 6 GIRS

PM Round: 41, 15 putts, 8 first putts were for par or birdie, 2 GIRS

The 27 holes on Friday may have been my best day of 27 holes ever...at times some real solid golf, but with some easy-to-spot opportunities to improve!!

Sincerely,
 
Bob W. –  Green Bay, Wisconsin – Sent August 16th, 2009

Attended Tampa, Florida Location on April 20th to 22nd, 2009

"From A 21 Handicap To A 15.3!"

Alex,

I started the year as a 21 handicap and I've already lowered it to a 15.3.  I'm confident that by next year I'll reach my goal of a single digit handicap.  I'm consistently shooting in the mid to high 80's on difficult courses.  I just finished my honeymoon in Hawaii and I shot 85, 86, and 88 in 30mph tradewinds: it was great!

I have a friend that is interested in joining me in GMS who is a pretty decent golfer.  He just recently started playing golf, but shoots in the low 90's to high 80's.  The week we were interested in is that last section that you said was open.  I have one more person who is also interested.

Thanks,

Bill H. –  Chico, California - Sent August 18th, 2009

Attended Phoenix, Arizona location on April 27th to 29th, 2009

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"Back To Back Scores Of 82 and 81!"

Alex, just wanted to update you on my progress since my class in Boca Raton Florida.

I just returned from our annual disciples fellowship golf retreat in Pinehurst, North Carolina, I shot back to back scores of 82 and 81 to win the first flight division of the tournament, and also the most improved player of the tournament.

Playing within myself and remembering tick-tock has helped me tremendously. I fully plan to be playing in the 70's by the end of this year. Seeing that I just missed shooting a 79 by a couple of strokes, I am looking forward to returning to Boca Raton for the next class.

Sincerely,

William L. – Stafford, Virginia - Sent July 31st, 2009

Attended Boca Raton location on February 9th to 11th, 2009

"I Shot 82 and Won My Flight!"

Sunday, I played in the last group of my flight (12 players total) starting 4 strokes back. Didn’t care, just wanted to play a good round (told myself it might be my last round of the year so just enjoy it).

Stayed steady all day while 2 other players took turns leading the flight. I was 6 back after 2 holes. I opened with a bogie, bogie. In the end, shot an 82 and got into a play-off which I won in 20 holes. So I won my flight.

My current index is now an 11.7.

Tim B. – North Aurora, Illinois - Sent July 23rd, 2009

Attended St. Augustine, Florida on March 23rd to 25th, 2007

"My Best Score Ever - An 88!"

Hi Jeff:
 
Golf is going well. I've been playing more than ever this year and am having a lot of fun playing, especially since I've been thru the GMS Program in the beginning of June.

Two Sundays ago, I had my best golf score ever......an 88. While that still may not be that great, for me it was awesome because my average has been about 98! What really made me happy is the fact that with that 88 score, I had a 39 on the back nine at my home course......5 pars and 4 bogies!
 
Everything was clicking for me.
 
Thanks, Jeff!
 
Bob K. – Elizabethville, Pennsylvania – Sent July 21st, 2009

Attended Washington DC location on June 9th to 11th, 2009

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"Drives Have Been 15-20 Yards Longer!"

Jeff,
  
Golf here has been wet.  I've only played about 10 rounds this year, typically by this time I've played 20-25.
 
There are a couple of things that are working well for me from the GMS 3 day class.  The tick-tock has helped a lot.  My regular foursome constantly comment, especially when I'm driving, that my swing seems so smooth and in rhythm.  Drives have been 15-20 yards longer on average, happy about that.
 
Almost holed 5 chips last week, all came to rest within 8 inches of the cup.  So that's 5 one putts.
 
Ben P. – Brooklyn, New York– Sent July 20th, 2009

Attended Phoenix location on February 20th to 22nd, 2009

"I Have Improved 10 Strokes"

GMS - So it is now a little better than one year since my GMS clinic. My average score has improved by 10 strokes. At the Baltusrol course in NJ I hit a 38 on the front from the blue tees. I had two bad holes on the back, but still ended up with a low 80’s round.

Tempo and ball striking with a plan. Every time there isn’t a plan it works less.

I am 59 years old averaging 275 yards off the tee with occasional bombs over 320 yards. Same tempo. My wedge game is working and most iron shots are coming off the face well. I have hit 13 greens in regulation average over my last 4 rounds.  Last week I eagled a 675 yard par 6 (non PGA approved I am sure). The best part of my new found game is how relaxed I am on the course at most times.  

I am interested in course 2 so I can get to a 9 to 10 handicap.

Please let me know the scoop.

Thank you,

Mark G. - Glenn Rock, New Jersey  - Sent July 22nd, 2009

Attended Amelia Island location on July 11th to 13th, 2009

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"I Shot My Lowest Score Yet - 81!"

Hi Jeff,
 
I shot my lowest score yet - 81.  It was at my so called home course (for handicap reporting) had a slope rating of 118.  Got my handicap rating down to 18.

Jim C - Somerville, Massachusetts- Sent July 8th, 2009

Attended Tampa, Florida location - January 16th to 18th, 2007

(Jim had never broken 100 before attending GMS)

"I've Gained Over 15 Yards With My Clubs!"

Jeff and Derick definitely exceeded my expectations.  I plan to visit you again next year.
 
Meanwhile, I feel that I am doing well.  I believe that I am consistently hitting the ball better, which means both longer and straighter.
 
Some specifics:
 
I am getting off the tee better.  I find that I fully expect to hit the ball well from the tee every time I address it, and this confidence in itself is important.  My regular golf partners feel that my drives are longer, and I think they are consistently straighter as well.  I attribute this to pace of swing more than anything else.  I think that I am also doing a better job of extending my arms when I swing.
 
My irons are clearly longer.  I played with my son yesterday.  After a good drive on one hole, I had 135 left to the center of the green.  I used a 9 iron, and hit perfectly on line, but over the green.  This was a well-elevated shot, not a low line drive.  Previously, my 9 iron was about a 120 yard club.

Thank you again.  I really enjoyed your instruction.  Please give my regards to Derick.

Thomas W. - Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania - Sent July 7th, 2009

Attended Washington DC location - June 5th to 7th, 2009

"Now I Have A New Low Of 84 To Beat!"

Marc,

On July 4th, I found my own independence at Jack Frost National in the Poconos, 71.5/132.  I shot a 44 on the front and a 40 on the back.  I ended up with 11 pars, 4 bogies, 2 doubles and one triple.  I didn’t want to know my score after 9, but my cart-mate added it up and I noticed it was a 44.  I told him not to add up my score until the end and not to tell me.

I knew I was having a good round, with 3 to go I started to get nervous, I bladed my tee shot on a par 3, but it rolled to the apron, I wedged it to within 5 feet and sank the putt for par.  Next hole, a par 4, I crushed my drive, dropped next shot on the green and 2 putted for par.  By the 18th, my knees where shaking, 476 all uphill par 5, I sliced my drive, but it was playable, duffed my second shot, crushed my third shot and ended up on the fringe, I was so nervous, my wedge shot came up way short and I 2 putted for a bogie.

I now realize I am capable of not only being in the low 80’s, but the high 70’s actually seem within reach.
 
Now I have a new low of 84 to beat, my previous two scores in the 80’s which were 89 and 88.  

Talk to you soon,
 
Ron G - Flemington, New Jersey, Sent July 7th, 2009

Attended Tampa, Florida location - April 12th to 14th, 2009
(Ron had never broken 100 before attending GMS)

"I Broke The 90 Barrier!"

Marc--

I was able to play my first round today after the GMS session in Lansdowne, VA.  I am thrilled to let you know I broke the 90 barrier.  I shot 44-42, no triples, 3 doubles, 5 pars and 10 bogies.  Thanks to my new confidence around the green, I was down to 34 putts.  I only had 2 GIR, but on three holes my ball striking is so much improved over 2 weeks ago, that I went off the back of the green on at least 3 holes.  However, chipping back was no problem.  Only had 1 bunker, on a par 3, and easily blasted out to the greenside rough just off the green (level 2 sand player), and then chipped to within 3 feet to save bogey.

Since this last GMS class, I am hitting between 1 and 2 clubs longer and playing with much more confidence.
Please forward this e-mail to Sam and let him know I am one happy PLAYER today.

Best regards,
 
Ed H. - Lafayette, Pennsylvania  - Sent June 7th, 2009

Attended Washington DC location on May 29th to 31st, 2009

"From A 19 To A 15 Handicap In 2 Months!"

Hi GMS,

I just wanted to say "hi" and tell you my game is getting better.

My handicap was a 19 and now it is a 15.  I am getting on more greens in regulation and I can "feel" my good swing.  I no longer have a day where I can never find the good swing.  I am practicing more often and trying to warm up before I go out with some of the drills we were taught.
 
Hope all is well in Florida - Vermont is beautiful for the next few months - we will play a lot of golf.

Susan T. - Braintree, Vermont - Sent June 17th, 2009

Attended Amelia Island location on April 20th to 22nd, 2009

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"My Drives Are Longer And Where I Want Them!"

GMS,

I had my most consistent game ever two weeks ago and had an 87 to top it off (that's good for me).

My time in St. Augustine was well worth the money, plus I had a great time.  My drives are longer and most important; they are where I want them to be.  I am using my game plan, and it is helping.  My short game is vastly improved, and I am having fun.

GMS has made a difference to my golf game and to my outlook on golf.

Thanks,

Warren V. - Huntsville, Alabama – Sent May 16th, 2009

Attended St. Augustine location in February 23rd to 25th, 2009

"This Week I Shot An 87!"

Hi Jeff,

Hope all is well. Well it's been about a month since our time together at Amelia Island. Just a short note to give you an update on how my golf is coming along.
I've played four times since April 2nd and the first time out I shot a 96, second time out shot a 97, third time shot a 91 and this week I shot an 87.  This is great since I've had very little time to practice, (been very busy with work, it gets in the way of my Golf), but each time out I've improved my swing.  (I'm using the tick-tock.)

My drives this week have been the most consistent, in that I have hit them straight and down the middle of the fairway.  I'm so happy with my driver now, I'm hitting my 5 and 7 irons very well and I'm making the long putts.

Thanks for all your advice and lessons, I see progress and I' m playing to a PLAN and Tick-Tock.

Best Regards To All,

Tony D. - New Rochelle, New York - Sent May 2nd, 2009

Attended Amelia Island on March 30th to April 1st, 2009

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"I Am Glad I Choose You Guys!"

Hello Golf Made Simple,

I played on Sunday and I felt great shooting an 83.

But the best thing about the round was the way I was hitting the ball. As I continue my golfing days I see more and more the truth behind the game and I thank you GMS for the efforts in putting together a program that ties in all the fundamentals to playing good, solid golf.

I am glad I choose you guys as a school and having Chuck as a teacher was even better. I never met anyone as knowledgeable as Chuck, but the thing that impressed me the most about him was the passion for the game. There aren’t too many people in this world that have true passion for such a game beyond the course.

Chuck my hats off to you and I will be back in the future.  I know if I continue to my drills and practice I will reach my level that I feel confident enough to play with anyone.

I won’t take much more of your time, but I will continue to check in with the GMS and report my progress, I have already 3-4 tournaments that are coming up and I look forward to playing in them.

Sincerely and a GMS believer,

Gennaro D. – Napoli, Italy – Sent April 8th, 2009

Attended Tampa location on March 14th to 16th, 2009

"The Longest, Straightest Drive Of My Life!"

Hi Alex - I wanted to send you a quick thank you for getting me into the GMS class at TRILOGY at Vistancia last week.

A few things:  First GREAT instructor.  We all liked James and his method and manners. He was very easy to work with.  Secondly, enjoyed the group of people you hooked me up with. We all got along well and had some fun along the way.

More importantly, everything you told me and I heard about GMS is correct!  On the third day of instruction I hit the longest, straightest drive of my life!  James and I figured it to be about 275 to 280 yards.

The next afternoon, my wife and I played up in Sedona and I had a great round. I shot an 81 which I have done before, but not in a while. Usually after instruction I don’t do well for several rounds. GMS took effect right away because I was following the important steps I learned at GMS.

Thanks again and put in the good word for James!

Mike T. –  Prior Lake, Minnesota - Sent March 27th, 2009

Attended Phoenix location on March 16th to 18th, 2009

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"Finally A Golf Lesson That Works!!!"

GMS - Finally a golf lesson that works and teaches the student how to practice and get the most results on the course. Hayden was not only an expert, but patient and thoughtful. I look forward to playing this season and taking Level 1.5. My improved game will recommend your class. This is the most confidence I have ever had after a lesson or training session.

Regards,

John C. – Batavia, Illinois – Sent March 27th, 2009

Attended Amelia Island location on March 23rd to 25th, 2009

"The True Motion Of The Golf Swing!"

As an avid golfer for 8 years, Scott Hall really got across to me the true motion of the golf swing. I now feel that I can become an above average golfer.  Scott was a great motivator and instructor.

I had a great learning experience as did my sister, which really made me happy. Having been to a golf school before, I can say that GMS's approach to teaching is perfect.

Jim R. – New York, New York – Sent March 5th, 2009

Attended Boca Raton location on February 23rd to 25th, 2009

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"I Shot An 82!"

I had the most amazing thing happen on January 26 2009 at a golf club in Florida where we had just finished our round and my buddy wanted to practice his chipping.

I was standing by the green and putting my buddy through several short game drills we practiced with GMS and after 1 hour an official from the club comes over and is looking at my bag. I asked him if everything was okay and what was he looking at. He proceeded to tell me that the powers to be did not appreciate pro’s using their teaching facilities to give lessons.

I thanked him profusely for making my day for mistaking me for a golf pro (which I took as a compliment) and told him I shot an 82 and this just made the day perfect.  Shooting an 82 and then getting mistaken as a Golf Pro.

I have never forgotten the good lessons I picked up at Golf Made Simple!

Regards,

Sheldon C. – Toronto, Canada – Sent March 11th, 2009

Attended Tampa location on January 5th to 7th, 2007

"6 To 9 Shots Better Than I would Expect!"

Alex -

The tuition was great - Scott got it just right. I played 18 on the final day and shot my best golf score ever.  I shot seven over on the back nine which is 6-9 shots better than I would expect. 

Best improvement - was using the driver and hitting it straight!!!

Thanks a lot,

Brian L. –Surrey, England – Sent March 5th, 2009

Attended Boca Raton location on March 3th to 5th, 2009

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"I Have Taken 10 Strokes Off My Score!"

Dear Alex,

Since I have gotten back from GMS, I have been shooting in the low 90's and I have taken 10 strokes off my score. I am so happy!! I then played this past Sunday and got an 89 which is really good for me.

I joined a women's league and will tell the other ladies about your program and hopefully bring you business.
Thanks and hope to have a return visit soon.

Kathy S. – Garland, Texas – Sent February 5th, 2009

Attended Tampa Location on April 26th to 27th, 2008

"From A 24 Handicap To A 9.3 Handicap!"

Hi Marc,

Greetings from Chile. How are you?

When I signed up for GMS, I was probably a 24 handicap. I used to be a monkey who took his daily mulligan and enjoyed gimmes. 

My index is now 9.3.

This week the Chilean professional golf tour, "Tour of the Americas", stops at our local golf course in Viña del Mar. There are 60 South American professionals and 70 amateurs in the field.

Guess who qualified as an amateur? I go off on Thursday morning at 7:51 and on Friday at 12:51.
Anyway, I just want to have fun.

Best wishes,

Todd T. – Santiago, Chile – Sent January 27th, 2009

Attended St. Augustine location on September 2nd to 4th, 2005

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"My First Hole In One!"

Hi Marc,

Just wanted to let you know I was fortunate enough to have my first hole-in-one ever last year. It was on June 18, 2008 on the 9th at Valley Brook Golf Course in Rivervale NJ. The 9th is a short par 3 over water. It played about 115 yards that day and I hit a pitching wedge.

The ball landed about two feet past; spun back and went in. My focus on that shot was simply to make good contact. I focused on completing my “tick-tock” to insure good contact and it worked!

Alan I. – Franklin Lakes, New Jersey – Sent January 12, 2009

Attended Amelia Island location on June 4th to 6th, 2007

"I Will Keep Spreading The GMS Word!"

Hello Alex and Jeff,

This is why I am such a great spokeswoman for GMS. We took yesterday off after being in Phoenix with GMS, but Alan could not believe how well I was striking the golf ball. We played with another couple who are a 5 & 8 handicap so I was very intimidated to start and not too confident and started 5 over after the 1st three holes. I settled down and ended up shooting an 89 and I had not broken 90 on that course since October, so that was a big feat. Thus I will keep spreading the GMS word.

Thanks again for the great three days

Cora B. – Toronto, Canada – Sent January 16th, 2009

Attended Phoenix location on January 12th to 14th, 2009

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"A 5 Stroke Improvement!"
(Instructor For Life Has Been A Big Plus)

Marc,

First, I'd like to thank you for all of the help via the GMS school and the newsletters -- I've gone from a 17 to a 12 over the past year and a ton of that has to do with the help from you and your TEAM.

Jeff's been great -- both at the school and afterwards.  He's kept me on track and helped me when I ran into any challenges.  The Instructor For Life Program is a big plus for you guys and something I'll share with others when they ask how/why my game is improving.

Take care, stay well, and please keep the newsletters coming!

Curt S. – Grimbergen, Belgium – Sent January 18th, 2009

Attended Lake Tahoe location on July 21st to 23rd, 2008

"I Went From Over 100 Into The 80's!"

Hello GMS - I took GMS in Lake Tahoe in 2007. At that time my goal was to break 100. I am now in the mid to low 90's. I have even broken 90 sometimes and have made it into the mid 80's.

GMS cleared the monkey talk and helped me focus. Tick Tock baby and NO 3 putts. I love it!

Give my best regards to Jeff.

Regards,

Azim "Jimmy" R. – Sent January 6th, 2009 – Sacramento, California

Attended Lake Tahoe location on June 1st to 3rd, 2007

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2009: 100's | 90's | 80's
2008: 100's | 90's | 80's
2007: 100's | 90's | 80's
2006: 100's | 90's | 80's