Hello from VA

[Lloyd Martinez]

I have done a lot of reading on the forums over the past few months, so I figured I should go ahead and join.

I have a wife and four kids, so my time at the course is limited, but I enjoy getting away once a month to spend some time on the course with friends/family.  My oldest sons are slowly getting into it, so it makes for a good day while the girls go and do girly things :)

[DaveP043]

Welcome to The Sand Trap, Lloyd, from another Virginian.  If you've been lurking for a while, you can probably find your way around, but if you need any help, ask someone, me included.

[Lloyd Martinez]

Actually, I am wondering if there is a thread with recommended professionals in a given area for lessons?  I am in Virginia Beach and I would be interested in seeing if others in the Hampton Roads area have had success with any given professional.

I am also interested in finding out with other members of TST use to film their swings in slo-mo?  I currently use a cell phone for those duties and I am sure there are far better alternatives!  :)

[DaveP043]

I can get you some advice for the second question, in the form of this article:

https://thesandtrap.com/b/playing_tips/filming_your_swing

As for instructors around Virginia Beach, I'm no help.  Maybe your neighbor  @GolfLug can weigh in, although I know he's worked with @iacas, sort of a long distance affair.

[GolfLug]

Hi @Lloyd Martinez, welcome. I am from Norfolk. If you need to work with a good professional, I would recommend Jason Bowman. I have not worked with him personally but have heard good things about him. You can also work online with the Evolvr program run by the owners of the site.  

http://www.pga.com/professionals/jason-h-bowman

[Lloyd Martinez]

Great, the link is very helpful!

I wonder if Jason goes to a different driving range for lessons?  Kempsville Greens drivng range is limited to 185 yards or less  :)

[ecrugger]

I'm also stopping in to say hello from Hampton Roads.  I live in Chesapeake, work in Norfolk, and play most of my golf in Virginia Beach.  I, too, have 4 kids, limited free time, but love to play whenever I can.  In fact, I'm always looking for playing partners, as most of my friends only want to play 2 or 3 times per year.

As for the instructor, I think Jason also works with Red Wing and Bow Creek. I haven't had a lesson from him, but he's a good guy and I've chatted with him quite a bit at "Your Golf Ball Shop" on Indian River Rd.

 

http://www.jasonbowmangolf.com/

Edited May 24, 2016 by ecrugger

[Lloyd Martinez]

Well, I have officially booked a swing analysis with Jason.  I look forward to meeting him and improving my game!