About Brody

Teaching Philosophy

We all have a swing. Some different than others but with the same concept in mind…get the ball to the hole in the least amount of strokes possible. Sounds simple…but can be a very complex task without understanding the basics to getting that little ball to the hole.

The meaning of insanity is “repeating something over and over and expecting a different result.” Yes that is crazy! But with understanding that we all learn in different ways it is important that we understand WHY. No one likes change, but with change comes failure from adjustment until we generate a new sense of confidence and understanding. We are going to make mistakes! Einstein has said “anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.” When we understand why the ball goes in a certain direction we need to get to the root of the problem at hand. By using a proactive approach, we do not use a “band aid” to repair the issue but break it down to where the student can make an adjustment with the simpleist of methods. That is a rational and healthy approach to any situation.

The game of golf is not a game that we just pick up a club and swing, but a game where we pick up that exact club and learn HOW to swing. Once we learn HOW and WHY, we answer many questions and build confidence. Confidence build character and most of all FUN!

At the end of the day it is a game… enjoy it for a lifetime!

Mission Statement

To introduce, develop and involve kids of all ages to be able to enjoy the game of golf through interactive game based learning, positive atmosphere and golf related skills development that will last a lifetime of fun with family and friends.

Background

Brody turned professional in 1998 (25 years this year!) completing his PGA of Canada apprenticeship in the Niagara region. With having a large variety of experiences in the industry, he has always had a great interest introducing many people to the game and developing many players play their best golf of their lives. Whether you are a parent wanting to have your son or daughter touch the club for the first time or a seasoned veteran looking to drop some strokes off your game, his knowledge and communication skills are relevant to whomever he teaches. His fun and friendly demeanor makes every lesson enjoyable and informative, creating a lasting relationship with each student along the way.

From 2018, 2019 & 2020 golf seasons, Brody was awarded as one of the Top 50 worldwide Junior Golf Coaches earning him the title of Master Golf Coach by U.S. Kids Golf. Brody was also nominated in 2018 and 2019 as Junior Leader of the Year by the PGA of Ontario.

Current Director of Instruction, Sawmill Golf Course, Fenwick, ON
Current PGA of Canada Class “A” Professional, Teaching Professional & Owner, Niagara Golf Academy
Past Director of Operations Hunters Pointe Golf Course, Welland, ON
Past Head Golf Professional – Twenty Valley GCC, Paris Grand CC. Parry Sound GCC
Past Assistant Professional at Grand Niagara CC, Peninsula Lakes GC

Academy Locations

The Academy services all areas of Niagara such as Grimsby, Beamsville, Smithville, St. Catharines and Fonthill/Welland as well as Stoney Creek and the Hamilton area. From any of these communities you can reach any of the Academy locations inside of 30 minutes!

All winter and “in season” programs are conducted at Sawmill Golf Course

2023 will be the Niagara Golf Academy`s 8th season at Sawmill Golf Course. The facility is a busy semi-private club with a growing membership, active leagues, and excellent practice facilities. The course is also home to many successful local charity and business tournaments and regularly hosts competitive junior, amateur and pro events. Sawmill is located in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula in Fenwick, Ontario.

The junior program at Sawmill is the largest junior golf program in Ontario providing a facility for over 500+ kids each summer to learn and excel in the game of golf. The academy providing instruction to a majority of the programs including the junior program, ladies only clinics and private lesson programs. Sawmill was recently awarded as the first Golf Canada Junior Development Center in the region.

Leveraging technology with traditional approach

It wasn’t long ago that I was just teaching on the range. Once the weather changed it was time to close the doors and wait for the green grass to show up the following spring. All I had was a few alignment sticks, golf shafts, some string and a handful of simple training aids. These days, golf instruction is year round is more precise than ever, with statistics and data available at a touch of a button we can measure and break down a student’s golf swing into small manageable segments. No more "hoping and praying" we got it right.

Technology today is all around us in everything we do. Golf is no exception. With adding launch monitors and multiple biomechanical technologies, this helps any individual, at any level to learn to play this game. The technologies help educate and allow the student to understand what they do and what they should be doing. This accentuates the learning process and allows us to improve and allow the student to enjoy the experience with positive results. Without understanding we have no idea what to change. Golf is hard enough but with the right tools and utilizing traditional approaches golf can be fun.

PGA Canada

Member of the PGA of Canada since 1998. 25 years in 2023. Received Class “A” designation in 2004.

U.S. Kids Golf Foundation

Earned the distinction of US Kids Master Golf Coach by winning the Top 50 Kids World Wide Award three consecutive times. Certified since 2016.

V1 Sports

V1 Sports is a swing analysis software solution that allows the instructor a powerful combination of live video capture, swing analysis, graphic overlay, and lesson creation with various delivery tools. The V1 software interfaces with the Boditrak pressure mat.

CoachNow

CoachNow is a retention app for creating post-lesson video reviews. This retention tool allows for the student and the instructor to be able to access their “training space” providing the ability to recap what they need to improve.

GCQuad

The GCQuad is the world's most accurate, versatile, and complete launch monitor on the market. As the only launch monitor in the industry to utilize Quadrascopic imaging, the GCQuad delivers the most accurate detailed picture of ball and club head performance analysis. With repeatable and reliable data indoors and out, the GCQuad is a three-time Golf Digest Editors' Choice Award Winner for a reason.

BodiTrak

Want to get better faster? BodiTrak is a biomechanical pressure mat technology that helps all levels of golfers understand how to use the ground. This solution easily drills down to the key root issues of a students swing and ball flight with real time data.

Hakmotion

Hackmotion is the ultimate training tool to learn correct wrist mechanics for an improved ball flight. Precise data and feedback after every swing helps you accelerate the learning process.

Titleist Performance Institute Certified

A motion assessment certification creating an evaluation of a golfers physical limitations.

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