Please note we're closed on November 28 for Thanksgiving
Please note that our Range and Mini Golf will be closed all day on Thursday, November 28, so our team can enjoy the holiday with their loved ones. Regular hours will resume for the rest of the holiday week. We wish you a joyful and warm Thanksgiving celebration!
In our latest video tip, PGA Professional Tim Hart breaks down the essential body movements for a successful golf swing. Tim explains the ideal motion of your body throughout each phase of the swing—from setup to follow-through—helping you understand how to generate power and maintain control. Take a look at our newsletter to find out more: https://online.retailtribe.com/Client/OnlineEditor/EMV.aspx?n=6984785&r=621679
Please note that the driving range will be closed on Friday and Saturday, November 1st and 2nd, for the Breeders Cup. We appreciate your understanding and will resume regular hours on Sunday, November 3rd. Get your tickets for the Breeders Cup in the newsletter here: https://online.retailtribe.com/Client/OnlineEditor/EMV.aspx?n=6973604&r=621679
A very smart man – Scott Fawcett – built a game management model based on the fact that golf is a game of misses. His model for choosing the shot you’ll play is based on your “cone of misses”.
A very smart man – Scott Fawcett – built a game management model based on the fact that golf is a game of misses. His model for choosing the shot you’ll play is based on your “cone of misses”.
The DMGC Team was honored to be part of the incredible Operation Game On Foundation Scramble. We had an absolute blast and connected with so many amazing people, all united in support of a great cause.
Come join us for a fun day of mini golf at Pelly's! It’s a great way to hang out with friends and family, enjoy some laughs, and maybe even show off your putting skills.
Big news: The renovation of the DMGC TopTracer Bays is almost wrapped up! Fresh new look, better facilities, and an even better golf experience coming your way soon.
We’ll keep you posted on the reopening—can’t wait to see you back out here!
We are thrilled to share the first update on the ongoing renovations at the Del Mar Golf Center. As part of our commitment to providing an exceptional golfing experience, we are making significant upgrades to our facility. Here’s a sneak peek into what’s been happening: http://online.retailtribe.com/client/onlineeditor/EMV.aspx?n=6973592&r=621679
The above illustration is of Ben Hogan's feet placement for each club. This allowed him to never swing over the top by permitting his right elbow to be in the most effective position during his takeaway and downswing, which can create optimum lag time and directional repeatability for all clubs.
Ready to up your game? Coach Tim is sharing his pre-shot routine, and you won't want to miss it. Read our latest newsletter to learn how to improve your game on the green!
Heads Up! The San Diego County Fair will affect our Driving Range and Golf Mart hours. Additionally, we’ll be shutting down Toptracer for about a month for a major facility upgrade.
Unlock your best golf swing yet with Bill Westerlund
As your golf instructor, I have developed physical tests that affect your golf swing abilities.
The golf swing is physical, and these tests will allow you to realize where your source of energy and strength is or isn’t in your body during your golf swing.
Do you know how your finish position affects shot shape? This week, Coach Matt Terzo is going to show us! Adjusting your finish position can help you achieve a draw or a fade more effectively. Read our latest newsletter and give this a go the next time you’re out practicing: https://online.retailtribe.com/client/onlineeditor/EMV.aspx?n=6965829&r=621679
A lot of golfers struggle with releasing their wrist and their club too early in the downswing. This can cause you to hit less accurate shots or to lose a lot of power and distance. In this week's video, Coach Tim shares a drill to help you overcome this challenge in your swing. Take a look at this week's newsletter to find out more: https://online.retailtribe.com/Client/OnlineEditor/EMV.aspx?n=6965828&r=621679
This week, Coach Maiya shows you how to find your putting stroke and get the right rhythm. She also shows how to use alignment sticks to set up well and move your shoulders smoothly.
Are you ready for your swing analysis with Bill Westerlund?
Discover the keys to improving your golf game with Bill Westerlund, Senior PGA Teaching Professional. Bill's personalized swing analysis focuses on key areas like body movement, rotation, and hand positioning. Through targeted evaluation, Bill helps refine your technique for optimal performance.
Master your chipping with Coach Kevin's simple technique!
Check out Coach Kevin's super simple chipping technique! Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to improve their short game. Give it a try the next time you’re out practicing!
Kick off your practice right with some solid warm-up routines!
Before your next practice, warm up with our latest video from Coach Maiya in this week's newsletter! She’s got some friendly reminders for you that are going to help you make the most of your time at Del Mar Golf Center.
Mom! Dad! It's time for the Del Mar SMASH Summer Golf Camp!
Your kids want to have fun. They want to make friends. And they want to learn to play golf. That's what our summer golf camps are all about! Our SMASH Summer Camp promises to help kids, ages 8 - 13, improve their shot-making skills and athletic abilities, all while having a blast making memories with their new golfing friends.
With limited spaces available, make sure you enroll your junior golfer as soon as possible. Don't miss out on this chance to kickstart your child's golf journey at the SMASH Summer Camp!
Coach Kevin here! One question I get asked all the time is: "What can I do to stop coming over the top?" If you've ever thought the same question this newsletter is for you!
The student’s goal is to be able to transfer rotational force through your body, through your hands, down to the clubface, and into the ball. What techniques, methods and ideas can you create to physically move your clubhead into the ball in a repeatable way?
Coach Matt here! Let's talk setup. Check out our latest newsletter where I'll walk you through a couple of easy checks to get your distance from the ball just right.
Coach Maiya here! Struggling to get out of the bunker? Trust me, I've been there and know how it feels. But what if I told you it's possible to get out on your first try? Watch the video I've put together in this week's newsletter: http://online.retailtribe.com/Client/OnlineEditor/EMV.aspx?n=6965818&r=621679
Coach Tim here! This week, I've got something special lined up to help you step up your game – learning to curve the ball from right to left. Just sit back, hit play, and let's get into the video I've put together in this week's newsletter: http://online.retailtribe.com/Client/OnlineEditor/EMV.aspx?n=6965817&r=621679
Picture this: you’re strolling across sprawling, grassy hills, the late afternoon sun caressing your skin while you’re deep in conversation with your significant other. No, this isn’t an evening stroll in the park, it’s an approach walk to the green during a round of couples golf.
Valentine’s Day might be about celebrating romantic love, but we think it’s also a great opportunity to fall in love with golf.
3 reasons to love golf? 1. Quality time - What’s better than a few hours sharing a common passion with the special people in your life? It could be your partner, children, grandchildren, friends, or all of them.
Apex Ti Fusion Irons are expertly crafted like no other iron in golf. This player performance iron is precisely engineered with a titanium face and a forged hollow-body construction.
Learning to slow down between shots will help you to stay calm and centred out on the course. During 9 holes together we’ll share mental tips and tricks you can use to stay in control when things get tough.
The CoG on a wedge? Grinds? The shape of the wedge? The leading edge and offset, how do they help? Anyone who wants to improve their short game or choose any new wedge can get great insights from this product video.
What recreational golfer wants to carry yardage books and calculate every shot distance exactly? There is one simple approach that you should carry in your head though.
Good and better players, if you haven’t already done so, try the Callaway Chrome Tour Golf Ball next time out. Want any encouragement? Watch this video and then try out the golf ball.
If you’re shooting 88 or even 90, then we can quickly get you below 85. If you’re already at 85, then 78 is within reach. All that’s required is ambition (and these 4 steps).