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Your body decides what swings your golf coach can actually ask of you. TPI is a way to find out what your body can and cannot do, and why that matters.

Five numbers explain most ball flights. Here is what club path, face angle, face to path, attack angle and launch mean, and how to read them in order.

Starting golf can feel daunting, but it does not need to be. Here is what happens in a first lesson, what you need to bring and how to build confidence quickly.

There is no single right age to start golf. Here is how to tell if your child is ready, what good junior coaching looks like and how to keep them enjoying it.

A golf simulator is worth it if you want to practise in any weather, see real data on every shot, or play with friends. It does not replace a real course. Here is how to decide.

A slice is a face that is open to the swing path. Here is how to tell what is causing yours, and five simple things to work on, one at a time.

Distance is a chain of speed, strike, launch and spin. Here is what each link does, and how to find the weakest one so your practice adds real yards.

A one hour lesson with a PGA Professional is £55, with TrackMan data and video analysis included. Here is every option and what you get for it.

Most beginners do best with a block of about five lessons, then regular top ups. Improvers may need only one or two. Here is how to decide how many golf lessons you need.

TrackMan is a radar launch monitor. It watches your club and the ball, works out what happened at impact and in flight, and shows it on a screen. Here is how it works and what the numbers mean.

Good range practice has a plan: a warm up, one focus, varied clubs and a finish under pressure. Here is a simple 45 minute session you can repeat, with tips on what to track.

Not every golf lesson is the same. Here is a simple checklist for comparing coaches and academies near Derby and Nottingham before you book.

Winter is the best time to improve, not the time to stop. Here is a practical plan for the months when the course is closed or too wet.

You do not need a gym to help your golf. A few minutes of mobility and basic strength work, done regularly, can make your swing easier and your body happier.

Your first golf lesson is friendly, relaxed and built for beginners. You need no experience or clubs. Here is what happens, what to wear and what you will take away.

A good driving range gives you a proper surface, honest feedback on every shot and fair prices. Here is a plain checklist for choosing a driving range near Derby, and how to compare the options.