IOG Instruction FAQ’s

Do I have to become an academy member to get coached by IOG?

Players of all levels and ability’s that are looking to improve are welcome at the Institute of Golf. We have a lot of players that do go on to choose our Academy programme however, through learning our systems.

How many coaches are at IOG?

Craig Dixon and Guy Wilson are the primary coaches at the Institute of Golf, however the Institute of Golf has multiple IOG Certified professionals nationwide.

Please feel free to visit the Certification page for coaches’ details.

What swing techniques do you prefer to coach at IOG?

The swing principles used by the Institute of Golf are unique and the principles vary for everyone. We pride ourselves on designing personalized swing techniques for every individual player based on physical attributes, goals, practice time availability etc.…

Our promise is to “forever evolve your game”… it’s all about you

Do you only coach good players?

The Institute of Golf works with any player who is willing, ready and prepared to improve. All players irrelevant of ability or level are welcome at the Institute of Golf.  So many good players come to us because they believe in what we coach and the systems we have in place.

How come so many good players go to IOG?

We pride ourselves on providing the most comprehensive player centered programs available. We provide players the pathway to achieve their goals and our players achieve their objectives through a supported process.

Do I have to choose one coach or will there be more than one coach there to help me?

We advise that each player has a primary coach and that the players can utilize the specialized services of our other professionals on a requirement basis.

Do you provide quick fixes for a lesson?

A quick fix is nowadays being prescribed as a first prescription. It is our opinion this should be a last resort. Our goal with each player is to develop him or her into the player that they dream to be. This is done by implementing a specifically designed performance program from the Institute of Golf, not a quick fix.

After a lesson is it true I will get worse before I get better?

This is a myth. Once the player achieves the improvements we prescribe, then they will improve. Players can be worse by simply not achieving the movement correctly. Often the improvements take time but the rate of improvement is in the hands of the player.

I’ve had so many lessons before, and got nowhere, do you think the IOG can help me?

We identify weaknesses and work on fundamentals. By working through this process, every player will improve.

If I have a lesson will I see myself on camera?

We will often use cameras to establish an understanding with the player. We utilize the player’s individual learning style to optimize performance. If players improve faster by utilizing technology tools such as cameras, then we will incorporate this into the program.

What is the practice process at the IOG range?

Players have the option of purchasing specific range memberships. The specific type of practice process is designed based on the information gathered in the IOG Screening.

Do you do lessons after hours?

Yes, we coach from 7am – 7.30pm during the week, and 8am – 12pm on Saturday. So there is plenty of time to see us if you have a 9 – 5.

Are the coaches at the IOG qualified?

All coaches are PGA and IOG Certified, both Craig and Guy are AAA Class members of the NZPGA. This is the highest possible accreditation.

Do the coaches continue to learn or do they know enough?

Our coaches continue to learn and improve. It is compulsory for each IOG coach to gain 2 forms of up skill learning per year. We believe that those that choose to teach, must never cease to learn.

If an IOG coach coaches me, how often do they communicate with the other departments for me to improve?

The revolutionary inter-departmental communication systems developed by the IOG ensure that all departments communicate efficiently and effectively when required.