The Academy
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Tour Development Academy is a private, year-round golf training facility at Savage Creek Driving Range in Richmond, BC. Two indoor/outdoor coaching bays let golfers of all ages and abilities train with technology, real ball flight, short-game facilities and an executive course on site.
Indoor / Outdoor
TDA’s approximately 1,400 sq ft academy includes two coaching bays with electronic garage doors. In suitable weather, the bays open to the driving range so players can combine technology and high-speed video with real ball flight.
During colder months, the doors close to create enclosed simulator and training bays. Heaters and TrackMan allow coaching to continue comfortably throughout the year.
Technology
TDA uses two TrackMan 4 units, Smart2Move Dual Force Plates, SwingCatalyst, Sportsbox 3D, HackMotion, high-speed cameras and Skillest for lesson video feedback and online coaching.
These tools help our coaches measure what is happening, understand cause and effect, provide clearer feedback and track changes over time. Technology supports the coaching process. It does not replace it.
Short Game
Coaching can move outside to Savage Creek’s bunker, short-game practice area and 18-hole real-grass putting course. These areas allow players to work on putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play, distance control, different lies and shot selection.
The goal is to build skills that transfer from practice to the golf course.
Playing Lessons
The executive golf course on site allows coaching to move onto the course when appropriate. Playing lessons can address strategy, club selection, target selection, course management, routines and decision-making.
Seeing the player on the course also helps identify where shots are being lost and how their skills can translate into lower scores.