My desire to play many more rounds in the cold is limited. I think I'm getting more sour to cold play each year. I will consider playing if its above 40 degrees, however, I'm changing my strategy this year to practice indoors. In the past, I have never put in a consistent winter of practice to improve my game. So, this year its a change!
Over the Thanksgiving weekend, I started working on my game at Big Sticks Golf in Burlington, MA off of Ray Ave. The facility is small and does not have short game areas or work out equipment. It does provide video options and virtual golf rounds. The head golf professional, Terry Felty, is available for lessons and walk by tips as you practice. My goal is to improve the consistency of my swing through repetitive drills. You do not get to see the ball flight unless using the virtual golf machine, that is similar to what you see on the Golf Channel's "Golf Fix" TV program.
For most, it may be boring and ineffective to hit balls into a net less than 10 feet in front of you. For me, i am focused on the 'smash' factor, i.e. ball contact, feedback. I've played long enough where I have a good feel despite the lack of visual ball flight. I will use the virtual golf equipment occasionally to see ball flight results.
During the first weekend, I spent most of my time hitting balls with either my left hand only or right hand only. My philosophy is that I will be a better player if I can execute shots with each hand individually. It will develop my consistency and feel for my golf swing.
Its $15 for all you want to hit (no video use). With video use, prices go to $30 and up.
No commitment to a membership is necessary, though, options are available.
Ciao,
Kurt
Kurt
