Plane Truth Instructor Certification
Level 1 - Core Basics
In this introductory course, the instructor will be educated on the core concepts on both the 1 and 2 plane swing systems and the Plane Truth +’s and –‘s Impact System. The course will look at all 15 ball flights faults from both the impact and swing shape perspectives. It will also look at basics of the short game, provide basic video analysis training, reveal effective drills and training aids, and introduce the Plane Truth 7 Step Lesson Protocol.
Course Curriculum
| Day 1 |
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8:00-8:30AM |
Introduction & Overview of Material Covered |
| 8:30-9:15AM |
Core Basics +’s & -‘s of Impact
A complete core basics examination of the +’s & -‘s of impact. Classroom work on your laptop computer studying the Plane Truth Information Matrix. Instructor laptops need to have Wi-Fi capability. |
| 9:15-10:00AM |
Core Basics of 15 Major Ball Flight Faults from Impact Perspective
Understanding the 15 major ball flight faults from an impact perspective. Classroom work on your laptop computer. |
| 10:00AM-12:00PM |
Core Basics of Swing Shape for 1 & 2 Planers
A swing shape study of the correct body and arm / club movements of both the 1 and 2 plane swings and their associated faults in the Address, Backswing, Downswing, and Impact & Follow Through. Classroom work on your laptop computer. |
| 12:00-1:00PM |
Lunch |
| 1:00-2:00PM |
Core Basics of Video Analysis
Basic analysis of 1 and 2 plane golf swings using motion analysis software. A discussion and description of the important lines, angles, and relative positions to understand when dissecting a golf swing using video analysis. |
| 2:00-4:00PM |
Core Basics of 15 Ball Flight Faults from Swing Shape Perspective
15 ball flight faults complete with their causes and corrections from a swing shape perspective for both 1 and 2 plane swings. Classroom work on your laptop computer. |
| 4:00-4:30PM |
Core Basics of Drills and Training Aids
A presentation of important drills and training aids used for success in both 1 and 2 plane swings. |
| 4:30-5:30PM |
Core Basics of the Plane Truth 7 Step Lesson Protocol and Implementation
Study of the ideal protocol for conducting effective lessons followed by an observation of Jim Hardy implementing the Plane Truth 7 Step Lesson Protocol by instructing golfers in live lessons. |
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| Day 2 |
| 8:00-10:00AM |
Personal Full Swing Instructional Groups / Matrix Application Evaluation Groups Classroom work on your laptop computer. |
| 10:00AM-12:00PM |
Personal Full Swing Instructional Groups / Matrix Application Evaluation Groups Classroom work on your laptop computer. |
| 12:00-1:00PM |
Lunch |
| 1:00-3:00PM |
Core Basics of Short Game Swing Shape Clinic presentation of correct swing shape and faults for putting, chipping, pitching and bunker play. Personal Short Game Instructional Groups / Matrix Application Evaluation Groups Classroom work on your laptop computer. |
| 3:00-5:00PM |
Core Basics of Short Game Swing Shape Clinic presentation of correct swing shape and faults for putting, chipping, pitching and bunker play. Personal Short Game Instructional Groups / Matrix Application Evaluation Groups Classroom work on your laptop computer. |
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| Day 3 |
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| 8:00-8:45AM |
Core Basics of Swing Shape Fault Combinations for 1 & 2 Planers |
| 8:45-10:00AM |
Core Basics Level 1 Instructional Review / Q&A |
| 10:00AM-12:00PM |
Level 1 Written Examination |
Pre-Requisites
• Prior to attending, instructors need to familiarize themselves with the Plane Truth +’s and –‘s Impact System that is described in a video that can be accessed two weeks prior to the class. We will provide a link to the video on our website.
• Instructors should also be familiar with the concepts of the one and two plane swing systems either through reading Jim Hardy’s first two books, The Plane Truth for Golfers and The Plane Truth for Golfers Master Class and/or watching The Plane Truth for Golfers DVD series.
• All instructors must bring a laptop computer with Wi-Fi capability to the seminar.
• Please note that no videotaping of this two-day course will be allowed with the exception of each student's personal full swing lesson with Jim Hardy.
Certification Requirements
Seminar and Examination
To be awarded Level 1 – Core Basics certification, you must pass a written exam that will be administered at the end of the 2-day seminar.
Attention All Prior Attendees at Jim Hardy two-day seminars:
Prior attendance at 2 Jim Hardy two-day teaching seminar receives a 15% discount to a Level 1 seminar. Prior attendance at 3 or more Jim Hardy two-day teaching seminars receives a 25% discount to a Level 1 seminar OR may attain Level 1 status without attending the Plane Truth Instructor Certification Level 1 seminar by passing the Level 1 written exam. These instructors are given 2 opportunities to pass the written exam before being required to attend a Plane Truth Instructor Certification Level 1 seminar.
Professional Development Program
To maintain your certification, instructors must stay current with the requirements described in our Professional Development Program on the Plane Truth Certification Overview page. For Level 1 professionals, this will include participation in our Plane Truth Online Portal and attending the Plane Truth Instructor Summit at least once every two years.
Instructor Benefits
Instructor Listing and Personal Web Page on our Site
All Plane Truth Level 1 Certified Instructors are listed online in the searchable database at the Plane Truth website. We refer everyone who calls the Plane Truth offices seeking a Plane Truth Certified Instructor to the database. Potential clients in your area can find your contact details and be directed to your personalized web page. Also included in this service, if you desire, is an on-line lesson booking service. This service allows your customers to schedule lessons and you to manage your bookings. These marketing resources are a valuable part of your certification program.
Earn Referral Fees for Instructors and Students
All Plane Truth Level 1 Certified Instructors will receive a referral fee of $200 for every new first time student that attends a Plane Truth Golf School. Instructors will also receive a referral fee of $200 for every new instructor that attends a Plane Truth Instructor Certification Level 1 seminar.
Opportunity to Observe Level 1 Seminars
All Plane Truth Level 1 Certified Instructors who wish to stay current or brush up on their knowledge will be able to observe future Level 1 Seminars. Please Note: We limit the number of observing instructors to four (4) at each seminar. Spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. Please contact Tina at 866.731.6777 to schedule. Attendance will be free but instructors are asked to pay a $50 admin fee to cover food and beverages.
Opportunity to Observe or Host Plane Truth Golf Schools
All Plane Truth Level 1 Certified Instructors will have the opportunity to observe any of our Plane Truth Golf Schools. Please Note: We limit the number of observing instructors to two (2) at each school. Spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. Please contact Tina at 866.731.6777 to schedule. Attendance will be free but instructors are asked to pay a $50 admin fee to cover food and beverages. Additionally, you have the opportunity to host a private Plane Truth Golf School for your client base at your facility. The Instructor will teach alongside the Plane Truth Instruction Team and earn a portion of the revenues from the school.
Access to Plane Truth Marketing Materials
As a Plane Truth Certified Instructor, we will provide you access to marketing materials and support we create for our brand. In addition, we’ll provide you usage of our logo and name to support your efforts to grow your instruction business.
Logo Apparel and Merchandise
All Plane Truth Level 1 Certified Instructors will receive logoed Plane Truth apparel including 2 shirts and 2 hats. Additional apparel, DVD’s, books, and training aids can be purchased at a special Plane Truth Instructor cost plus S & H for both personal use and resale to customers.
Membership in the Plane Truth Online Portal
All Level 1 Certified Instructors will have access to the Plane Truth Online Portal as part of their certification and monthly membership. This service provides the professional instructor with a unique set of web-based tools to continue their education, including full use of the Plane Truth Information Matrix. There are also tools to help manage and interact with his or her student base, including lesson scheduling and video sharing. Additionally, there will be an instructors-only community section enabling certified professionals to interact with and learn from other instructors as well as Jim and the Plane Truth team directly.
2010 Schedule and Tuition
January 25-27 Orange County National, Orlando, FL (this precedes the 2010 PGA Merchandise Show)
March 8-10 BlackHorse Golf Club, Cypress, TX
May 6-7 The Belfry, UK
October 17-19 BlackHorse Golf Club, Cypress, TX (this precedes the 2010 Plane Truth Instructor Summit that will be held on October 20-22)
Fall 2010 - TBA Madrid, Spain
Full price for the 3-day Seminar plus all examinations: $1695
Monthly Plane Truth Professional Development Membership: $75 /month
To register or find out more information, please contact Tina Giampaolo at 866.731.6777 or tina@planetruthgolf.com.