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PHELAN GOLF ACADEMY

Kyle Phelan

enturion Golf has the privilege to have one of the best coaches
in Gauteng North. Kyle Phelan has won the Gauteng Coach of the
Cyear on numerous occasions. In his youth Kyle was an all-round
sportsman obtaining provincial colours in Golf, Hockey as well as Cricket.
His love, and life, was golf and becoming a professional was the goal.

Kyle studied at the University of Pretoria where he attained his
degree in Sport Science. He then specialized and did his PGA diploma
in 2012. During this time Kyle realized that his analytical ability and
the understanding of golf is far better suited for him to be a coach
than a professional golfer. The next step was to complete the Titleist
Performance Institute certification level 2, which he did.

Kyle’s coaching technique is based on an individual assessment. He has
a very good eye in seeing areas of improvement for the golfer. He uses
video set up swing analysis, video putting analysis, flight scope as well
as a stroke gain app. His coaching starts in correcting the golfer’s faults
and making the required adjustments. Coaching golf is an on-going
process and not a once off exercise. The top professionals in the world
do continuously receive coaching to improve their game. In addition to
that Kyle is keeping up with latest technology and his dedication to his This includes the following golfers:
teaching role is highly commendable. Keagan Crosbie – ranked 20 in SA Open; Marno Lange
– ranked 7 in SA U19; Roelof Craig - ranked 4 in SA U17;
Kyle’s strength is in the individual assessment and applying what works Lourenda Steyn ranked 20 in SA open (she is 13 years old);
best for you as a golfer. Two golfers can have similar faults but the Lea van der Merwe; Ame van der Merwe.
method in correcting the fault may be completely different.
Individual Junior Coaching:
For beginners Kyle recommends a minimum of 10 lessons, which Dian Kruger – ranked 11 in SA Open; Charl Barnard –
includes all aspects of golf. Thereafter the golfer must experience the ranked no 4 in SA U19; Fabrizio de Abrey – ranked 1 in SA
fun of golf and play a few rounds of golf, after which a weekly lesson U19; Wandre Snyman – ranked 9 in SA U19;
for a month is advised. For the weekly golfer a once a month refresher
is ideal to correct any bad habits that might occur before they become Big Easy Tour:
entrenched. Stal Swart – currently 4 on order of merit; Travis Ladner –
currently 6 on order of merit.
Kyle, together with Donald Makhafola, form a formidable coaching
team. They ensure that if one is not available the other one can assist. Professionals:
For juniors, the Golf Junior Academy follows the program of Long Term Jacques Kruyswijk; Stefan Wears-Taylor, Jacques Blaauw;
Athlete Development for Golfers age 5 to 18. This includes teaching the Reinhardt Blaauw; James Mack; Nic Fraden; Sean Bradley.
game of golf but also being an athlete, which is essential in becoming a
golfer. From the above list it can be seen that the Phelan Golf
Academy has achieved great success over the years. He
Outsiders from Centurion Residential Estate are welcome to have lessons has created a trustworthy relationship with his players,
from Kyle. which is evident from the progress made. Centurion
Golf Club is privileged and honoured to have such an
Due to the coaching success, Kyle has achieved great distinction with experienced coach on site, making him accessible to every
numerous golfers over the years and the Golf RSA Squad has been golfer at Centurion Golf Club.
trusted with Kyle’s teaching. His dedication and commitment to his
students, has enabled Kyle to accumulate an elite range of golfers to Congratulations Kyle on your well-deserved achievement
coach. and keep up the good work. We are proud of you!

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