Chiropractic Golf & Fitness Certification Course

Module 1 - Golf & Assessment - Physical Fitness Evaluation & Analysis

A physically fit body is an essential component to the success of the golf swing. Your patient needs to have mobility, stability and strength to achieve this move with ease. In order to assess your patients' physical ability a comprehensive evaluation, including a basic postural assessment of the golf swing, posture, muscular strength, flexibility and endurance should be performed. The information obtained in this module will help you ascertain if your patient has a pre-existing muscle imbalance, tightness or weakness. This will help you develop a golf conditioning regime specific to your patient needs.

Module 2 - Golf & Injuries - Occurrences, Prevention, Treatment

On average, golfers pick up balls over 36 times, putt 50 times and perform the repetitive motion of a swing 50 times during a round of golf. After swinging the golf club just a few times, one realizes that the action engages the entire body. Body fatigue, incorrect body mechanics, poor posture, inflexibility add to the risk of injury. And a real hazard for golfers recovering from a previous injury. In this module you'll discover important facts about the frequency of golf injury, review statistical evidence on golf injury sites in amateur and professional golfers and golfing aliments including the back, neck, elbows, wrists, neck and shoulders. Plus common golf injuries and techniques to keep patients playing.

Module 3 - Golf & Exercise - Off-Course Conditioning Moves

Hitting consistent golf shots depends on understanding how to swing the golf club as well as on the body's ability to do so. In this module you'll learn to incorporate functional low-tech tools like fitness balls, resistance cords, balance discs and medicine balls. You'll get to know exercises to improve posture and facilitate proper biomechanics. You'll discover why using the stability ball is especially effective to help patients increase range of motion, improve balance and posture and strengthen the leg, abdominal and lower back muscles for trunk stability and power transfer. You'll gain insight on stretching techniques and exercises to restore proper function to prepare your patient for more golf specific and advanced conditioning programs.

Module 4 - Golf & Exercise - On-Course Conditioning Moves

Full Range of Motion: Why golfers need to have it! A flexible and limber body will, increase range of motion in the golf swing, add control and power, create a relaxed mental state, reduce the likelihood of injury and enhance overall performance. Research has shown that most golfers do not properly warm-up to improve performance and lower the risk of injury. In this module you'll learn a systematic on-course golf training approach. You will be able to guide your patients through “hands on” training in performing stretches to gain range of motion, reduce the risk of injury and improve golf performance. These effective fitness moves will help patients play better, safer and have a more enjoyable round of golf.

Module 5 - Golf & Marketing - Growth & Expansion

Beyond Staying Competitive: Effective marketing to increase credibility and revenue. Build upon your patient base and increase practice profits by getting involved in the largest growing market... Golf. Reach a new prospect audience by focusing on target rich venues - golf events and tournaments, corporate meetings and outings, country club events and fund raising. In this module you'll gain tips on how to target your audience, develop an effective marketing plan, establish public relations, develop ad campaigns, get publicity, how to network and expand your practice and build an additional profit center.

Module 6 - Golf & Wellness - On-Course Preventive Tips

Golfers may lack an understanding of the need for proper nutrition when on the course. They may even experience dehydration. In this module you'll gain insight on essential wellness tips to follow on the course. You will be able to help patients understand the best nutritional and hydration choices on the golf course. Then prepare them with information on other essential wellness tips to follow, including eye protection, foot support, and skin and lip protection.

Module 7 - Golf & Nutrition - Body Fuel & Supplementation

Good nutrition is a key part of a strong golf game. Eating a nutritious, balanced diet, consisting of a variety of foods and complementing with the right supplements can boost patient performance on the course. In this module you'll gain insight on pre-game meals and on-course energy snacks. You’ll learn about the importance of the B Vitamins and the benefits of CoQ10, Vitamin A and D and Lutein for golfer performance. You'll discover why the right nutrition can help patients stay calm, reduce anxiety and finish their round with focus and energy.

Module 8 - Golf & Equipment - Training Aids and Golf Clubs

Bonus Module: Are you still slicing the ball, hitting fat shots or topping the ball? Want to hit the ball on the sweet spot more often? From equipment to golf instruction, in this module you'll learn tips for more distance and power. You'll gain insight on how to create backspin and avoid the dreaded slice. Plus swing extremes, from head position to the left arm to impact.

Positive Feedback

Thank you for putting together this Golf home-study course. I look forward to using it to further expand our services." ...James Schantz. DC, P.C.

The GMP Chiropractic Golf home-study course is well-organized and professionally helpful." ...David M. Klayman, DC

I have incorporated the GMP Products into my practice. They offer a turnkey approach and have opened the doors to many patient referrals." ...Kathleen Baumgardner, DC

I wish to personally thank you for the top quality products you have produced. I searched long on hard everyday to find products that I feel comfortable giving to my patients to help them reach their full health potential. Your golf fitness products are unrivaled. Daily, I receive positive feedback from my patients, golf pros and country clubs that choose me to provide their care and education." ...Glenn D. Lederman, DC, C.C.S.P

I have been looking for years and you have ended my search. These products fit my practice so well. We will benefit from this new addition. Welcome to my office and keep up the good work!" ...Wayne Rossi, DC, P.C

Golf & Fitness® Specialist Course
Regular Price $299 - Special Website Price - $249