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Golf Fitness Specialization | GFS

Golf Fitness Specialization | GFS

CEU Value: 1.5 NASM; 15 AFAA

NASM’s Golf Fitness Specialization addresses the fitness needs of all golfers – beginners to pros. It provides practical methods to improve golfing skills, reduce injury risk, and includes coaching techniques aimed at enhancing golf performance.

With the increasing popularity of golf and the growing awareness of fitness among golfers, there is a significant demand for specialized fitness programs that cater to this unique community.

  • Online and self paced
  • Complete in 4 months or less
  • Financing options available
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Starting at:

CAD 41.58 / month

12 payments
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Full Price

CAD 499.0

One-time payment
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Program details

Elevate your clients' golf performance with our dynamic Golf Fitness Specialization program, designed to transform every aspect of their game through tailored, cutting-edge training techniques.

Enhance Golf Swing Mechanics: Develop a deep understanding of the biomechanics involved in the golf swing and create specialized programs tailored to improve your clients' game

Boost Performance and Distance: Learn to design effective training programs that enhance clubhead speed and increase driving distance, leading to noticeable improvements in your client’s performance on the course

Increase Flexibility and Reduce Injury Risk: Gain insights into common golf-related injuries, enabling you to create training regimens that not only boost performance but also reduce the risk of injury

Help them win: Provide the coaching your clients’ need to gain an edge over their opponents

CEU Value: 1.5 NASM; 15 AFAA

Curriculum

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Section 1

Chapter 1: Introduction to Golf Fitness and Performance

Learn how to enhance golfers' performance and longevity by providing integrated training programs that focus on all forms of exercise.

Chapter 2: Golf Movement Science

Increase understanding of the human movement system and how to identify, evaluate, and correct, movement patterns using biomechanical principles.

Section 2

Chapter 3: Biomechanics of the Golf Swing

Learn how to apply biomechanical principles to analyze and optimize the phases of the golf swing, enhancing strength, power, and performance.

Chapter 4: Golf-Specific Assessments

Learn how to use physical assessments to identify risk factors, strengths, and limitations in golf clients to ensure their fitness aligns with the game's demands.

Section 3

Chapter 5: Flexibility Training for Golf Performance

Learn the importance of flexibility training to enhance golf performance by focusing on key areas such as the neck, shoulders, torso, hips, and lower body to reduce injury risk and improve swing mechanics.

Chapter 6: Core, Balance, and Plyometric Training for Golf Performance

This chapter discusses the importance of integrating core, balance, and plyometric training, as well as their role in a comprehensive golf conditioning program.

Chapter 7: Resistance and Cardio Training for Golf Performance

Learn to design individualized resistance and cardiorespiratory exercise programs to meet golfers' varying fitness needs and improve their endurance, strength, and power.

Section 4

Chapter 8: Program Design Principles, Periodization, and Application

Learn how to create and structure annual, monthly, and weekly exercise programs tailored to your client’s individualized goals and fitness levels, using NASM’s Optimum Performance Training® model.

Chapter 9: Resiliency and Managing Injury Risk

Gain knowledge and strategies on how to improve movement quality, the importance of a warm-up, and evidence-based recovery methods, using Corrective Exercise Specialization.

Chapter 10: Performance Nutrition for Golf

Gain the ability to educate and recommend macronutrient, hydration, energy, and micronutrient intakes to maximize golf performance and recovery.

Chapter 11: Coaching for Optimum Performance

Learn how to help golf clients apply mental skills through continuous awareness, education, and application to help reduce anxiety, stay focused and determined, and lower their scores.

Section 5

Chapter 12: Building a Golf Business

Learn how to identify methods for connecting with prospects and branding, strategies to increase business, and finding an ideal workplace.

Golf Fitness Specialization | GFS

NASM’s Golf Fitness Specialization addresses the fitness needs of all golfers – beginners to pros. It provides practical methods to improve golfing skills, reduce injury risk, and includes coaching techniques aimed at enhancing golf performance.

With the increasing popularity of golf and the growing awareness of fitness among golfers, there is a significant demand for specialized fitness programs that cater to this unique community.

  • Online and self paced
  • Complete in 4 months or less
  • Financing options available
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Starting at:

CAD 41.58 / month

12 payments
Translation missing: en.products.product.price.one_time_price

Full Price

CAD 499.0

One-time payment

How it works

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"I selected NASM certification for its comprehensive and research-driven curriculum, ensuring my clients receive the highest level of expertise."

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"For the past six months, I have been studying hard to become a Certified Personal Trainer with NASM, known for its rigorous exam and strong reputation. Before this, I earned a German fitness instructor license (B-Lizenz). I worked in a gym while studying and really liked the NASM content, especially the OPT model."

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Vierra G.

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Joyce

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"I study biochemistry, but my passion is exercise science. Finding NASM was the best choice ever. Completing the course while studying was tough, but it deepened my love for exercise science and equipped me with valuable tools to become a professional personal trainer. Thank you, NASM."

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Rodrigo

"NASM made this course extremely enjoyable and very informative. I was able to acquire knowledge and skills that will allow me to be a successful personal trainer. I’ve learned so much information that I would love to implement to empower others and help them achieve their goals. I am truly passionate about assisting others in becoming the best versions of themselves and living healthier and happier lives."

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