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Performance
162 items across Studios tagged Performance.
Goals
1Seasons
4In-SeasonJune – September — Peak on-course performance — speed, skill, and the variety to finish the season strong.May · Early-SeasonHit your stride — ramp performance heading into peak season.June · In-SeasonOn-course performance and increasing swing speed.July · In-SeasonPerformance plus aesthetics — build muscle while playing great golf.
Lessons
55Overview: Welcome to DRVN'To inspire health and fitness through and for golf.' That was the mission on day 1 and that is the mission today as we are helping thousands of golfers around the world to…Outcomes, Benefits & Certification ExperienceAt its core, DRVN is not trying to make golfers work harder or train more.The Business of GolfGolf is growing — but the way golfers pursue improvement is changing faster than most coaching models.Who This Is ForDRVN was built for professionals who want to work at the intersection of golf performance, physical preparation, and long term health — not on the edges of it.Your DRVN CoachesDRVN was not built around a single discipline, personality, or performance archetype.Overview: Movement Foundations for GolfHow a client moves is the first and most important input in the coaching process.Recovery (Stage 1)Stage 1 represents a system operating in self protection .Flexibility (Stage 2)Stage 2 represents a system that is no longer defensive, but not yet organized.Mobility (Stage 3)Stage 3 represents a system that is capable, coordinated, and reliable.Body – The Five Phases of a Golf SwingEvery golf swing is different — shaped by a player's physiology, movement capacity, and performance goals.Club – Impact Factors & Club MotionOnce the body has created the movement, sequencing, and force, the club becomes the delivery mechanism.Ball – Angle, Speed, SpinClub data matters — but only as a means to an end.OverviewThis module brings the DRVN method into practice.The DRVN MethodologyThe purpose of the DRVN Methodology™ is not simply to improve short term performance — it's to create a sustainable system of growth that keeps golfers improving year after year.The BIG Three Training LevelsDRVN organizes all training plans and outcomes around three clear training levels: Wellness, Fitness, and Performance.Fitness Testing 101The DRVN Fitness Testing system is designed to answer a simple but equally critical question: How much physical capacity does this golfer have to support the swing they're trying…Understanding the DRVN Golf Fitness Handicap™The DRVN Golf Fitness Handicap™ is a simple, structured way to understand how prepared a golfer's body is to support the swing they are trying to create.Bodyweight Squat | Physio RecommendationsThe bodyweight squat is the most foundational movement pattern in sports performance.Single Leg Hold | Physio RecommendationThe Single Leg Hold, also referred to as the Superman test, is the most complex assessment within the mobility battery.OverviewThe DRVN Fitness Test is a five point scoring system designed to give coaches an objective, measurable snapshot of a golfer's physical preparedness.Strength Test – DeadliftThe first test in the DRVN Fitness Test is strength.Power Test – Bench PressThe next test in the DRVN Fitness Test measures Power.Athleticism Test – Broad JumpThis test in the DRVN Fitness Test measures athleticism.Endurance Test – 1 Mile Run or 2.5 Mile BikeThe fourth test in the DRVN Fitness Test measures Endurance.Speed Test – Club Head SpeedThe final fitness assessment focuses on clubhead speed — the single most impactful physical performance metric in golf.OverviewThis module shows how the DRVN method is applied in training, working up the three training levels: 1.Foundational Capacity & Movement ReadinessHealth and wellness training is where everything begins.Reducing Injury RiskInjury reduction is not a secondary benefit of good coaching here — it is the primary responsibility.Developing Strength, Power, and CapacityThe Fitness Training Level is where structured physical development begins to translate directly into measurable golf performance.Applying Biomechanics in FitnessAt the Fitness level, biomechanics move from theory into deliberate physical application.Adding Intent, Timing, and SpecificityPerformance training is where everything converges.Lifestyle FactorsGolf performance does not begin and end with mechanics or gym work.SequencingThe DRVN Training Sequence is built on a simple, non negotiable premise: Golf performance improves fastest when training serves the person, not just the swing.Specific PopulationsThe DRVN methodology applies to every golfer — but never in a one size fits all way.Overview: Translating Capacity to MotionIn building the DRVN Pro Certification, the objective was never to add more theory — it was to create a usable performance pathway that coaches can apply immediately, across any…Backswing | DiscussionThe backswing sets the conditions for everything that follows.Backswing | ApplicationAt this stage, the athlete is already more dynamic off the ball.Downswing | DiscussionEverything that happens in the downswing is a direct consequence of what came before it.Impact | DiscussionImpact is where everything comes together — but paradoxically, it's also the phase where nothing new can be created.Impact | ApplicationImpact is where all biomechanical preparation is either expressed — or wasted.Understanding Your ClientThe first and most important question is always the same: what are you actually trying to achieve with this player?Training and Practice FrequencyTraining intensity and frequency should fluctuate throughout the year, and they must always reflect the player's goal and competitive context.OverviewThis module develops the coaching skills that turn capacity into performance: 1.Going Deeper into Technical BiomechanicsUp to this point, we've explored a wide range of movements, physical qualities, and performance concepts.Developing Power and EfficiencyWhen teaching biomechanics, you will almost always reference other players.Common Movement Patterns and FaultsNow that we've established a clear biomechanical model of the golf swing, we can begin to analyze real world movement.Consistency & Awareness with George BryanUp to this point, we've established two things: A clear biomechanical model for how the golf swing should function How fundamentals must align with the body, not fight it This…Coaching the Body First Golf SwingAt this point, we've established a clear biomechanical model of the golf swing — how the body generates force, transfers energy, and controls motion.Practicing to ProgressImprovement doesn't come from time alone — it comes from intentional repetition under the right stimulus.Creating Personalized ProgressEffective practice is not about volume. It's about intention, clarity, and feedback. As a coach, your role is to help players understand how to practice — not just what to…Building the Right MindsetYou've built physical capacity. You've refined biomechanics. You've aligned technique with ball flight. Now the question becomes: can the player actually use it on the course?…How to Grow an Audience with Martin BorgmeierAt a certain stage of coaching maturity, results alone are no longer the constraint — visibility and clarity are.How to Train for GolfThe complete blueprint for training a golfer the DRVN way — understand how golf actually happens, establish a baseline with the Golf Fitness Handicap™, read the training year, and run a three-level program that matches the app.The Biomechanics of SpeedA World Long Drive Champion's blueprint for clubhead speed — see what speed is worth, train the full swing phase by phase, build a speed reserve, and run a simple 3-week program for every level.Golf Without LimitsA clinician's blueprint for playing without restriction — read the swing's biomechanics and faults, understand the three stages of movement, reduce injury risk, and run five repeatable mobility sessions that move your handicap.
Videos
30This 20 Minute Golf Session will change your Golf SwingA 20-minute pre-round workout pairing lunge-with-rotation and band swing elevation drills to prime rotation, big muscles and biomechanics for speed.Does being Stronger improve your Golf Swing?Learn to warm up, test and perform the deadlift safely, using hip 90/90s and hip thrusts, to build whole-body strength without hurting your back.Leg Day Power Session before a Pro Golf Event!A pro's pre-event leg day using rotational chops and split-stance clean-and-press to build stability, symmetry, and ground-force power.Golf Fitness that works for ANY Golfer!Discover the three yearly training phases—strength, power, then speed—that let any golfer train like a pro for performance and injury prevention.Golfers NEED to know this about Lifting Weights & hitting the GymTrain like Rory McIlroy across three domains—mobility/recovery, strength, and power—with two exercises each, starting with the split-stance global rotation.3 Stages of Strength Training for your Golf SwingMaster the deadlift through three stages of strength training, learning how consistent lifting builds golf power without stiffness or injury.Using Science to increase your Golf Swing Club Head SpeedExplains using the barbell bench press at 80-85% one-rep max with explosive concentrics to build upper body power for speed.Try this Golf Fitness method to build better Shoulders!Builds shoulders and the backswing using the split stance clean and press to combine push-pull strength with anti-rotation stability.5 things you need to know about Golf FitnessFive golf fitness principles, starting with the idea that not every exercise should mimic a golf swing but should train asymmetrical balance and rotation.20 Minute Low Equipment Golf Training Session for StabilityA 20-minute low-equipment strength and mobility session starting with cross-body split squats to train stability, balance, and rotation for the swing.Full Golf Fitness Session for Building MuscleA hybrid bodybuilding workout using med ball presses and slams to build muscle, sequencing, and swing power in the off-season.Full Tour Performance Golf Fitness Session - TaylorMade GolfTour-level performance workout pairing dumbbell snatches and up-and-over med ball slams for rotational power and unilateral stability.Golfers Should be able to Lift this Much...A strength-testing session on front squat and deadlift argues golfers should be able to lift their own bodyweight, using off-season strength cycles.Normal Golf Driver Vs Long Drive Spec TestingTesting a standard 45.25-inch gamer driver against a longer long-drive build compares clubhead speed and distance trade-offs for your game.Distance. Rotation. Core. 15 Minute Golf Fitness Session.A 15-minute workout opens with med ball lateral flow slams to train ground pressure, then a core breathing-and-engagement movement for rotation and distance.Why this Movement is Incredible for Your Golf SwingThe banded switch-stance torso rotation trains unilateral lower-body stability, footwork and ground use for consistent ball striking and speed.Kettlebell Golf Fitness: Full Power SessionFull kettlebell power workout pairing deadlifts and jumps with rotational swings, lateral jumps, and a hard-hitting kettlebell flow.How Real Golf Fitness WorksExplains how golf-fitness programming works through periodization, adaptation, and stimulus, using low-volume high-intensity strength phases.Strength Training for Golf - How to CycleMichael explains periodizing heavy back squats with accessory and power work to cycle strength into speed for golf performance.How I balance Golf, Fitness & LiftingMichael shows a full day balancing fasted morning cardio, nutrition, lifting and golf, tracking recovery and sleep with WHOOP.Straight Up PXG Gen3 Iron Review Including Swings, Feels, Numbers & More Golf, Fitness & PerformanceHands-on review of PXG Gen3 irons at the UK headquarters, testing feel, looks, and TrackMan numbers across the different heads.Kettlebells for Golf Fitness - 5 Movements to Change Your Game.Five simple, synergistic kettlebell movements led by the Russian-style swing to build full-body power, conditioning, and golf performance.Strength Training for Golf Fitness - Off Season PrepOff-season strength-training primer explaining why force production stabilizes the golf swing and directly improves on-course performance.Golfers #1 power training supersetPower superset pairing submaximal trap bar deadlifts with loaded vertical jumps for ground-force speed.Make more Birdies with this golf fitness superset 🐦Golf fitness superset aimed at improving on-course performance and making more birdies.Easy Power for your Golf Swing 💣Two movements that build power, stability, and better performance in your golf swing.Stop Practicing, Start TrainingGolfers should stop practicing and start training for real performance gains.How strong can a golfer be?!Why golfers should test and build strength as the foundation for speed, power, and swing performance.Stop scrolling and use this #GOLFWOD workout to improve body and swing in just 30 minutes 🔥💪A kettlebell and band workout from the scratch performance program to improve body and swing.POV: Work Harder 💯🔥💪Motivational POV clip pushing golfers to train harder for better performance.
Exercises
10Band ATYTFull, healthy function of the upper body is huge for you performance in the gym, on the course and in everyday life.Barbell Conventional DeadliftThe Deadlift is huge for golf performance and your longevity overall.Barbell Shoulder PressFoundational strength is huge to performance and longevity, here with focus on that strength for your Shoulders.Barbell Split JerksA technical overhead lift used in our high performance programs due to a high level of difficulty.Drop StabiliserAccept force and stabilise the lower body with a challenging movement that will 100% improve your long term performance and longevity when done well.Kettlebell Asymmetrical FlowWhen you can move like this with a kettlebell your performance potential is so high!Smith Bent Over RowGetting the Barbell benefits with added stability of the Smith Machine, we are looking to increase load over time and build a strong Back for your performance on and off the course.Smith Reverse LungesBuilding lower body power, stability and balance whilst ensuring quality performance of the rep with the added help of the Smith Machine.Smith Upright RowBig time upper body power and function to strengthen your performance.SuperSpeed Hold OffDeceleration is huge for your performance and this is a great way to increase stability and build your mechanics.
Methodology
9DRVN Fitness TestingA standardized test of physical capacity organized around five core domains that influence swing performance.Club Head SpeedThe Speed test in the DRVN Fitness Test — and the single most impactful physical performance metric in golf.Capacity Before TechniqueThe premise: a golfer cannot repeat a movement their body cannot make.Consistency Over IntensityOne of the most important coaching principles in DRVN is consistency over intensity.Train the Person, Not the SwingThe premise: golf performance improves fastest when training serves the person, not just the swing.The BIG Three Training LevelsDRVN organizes all training plans and outcomes around three clear levels — Wellness, Fitness, and Performance.The DRVN Training SequenceThe premise: golf performance improves fastest when training serves the person, not just the swing.DRVN Golf Fitness Handicap™A single, evolving score that reflects how prepared a golfer's body is to support the swing they're trying to create.The Three Stages of Movement CapacityMovement is evaluated through three progressive stages that describe how the nervous system, joints, and tissues are currently organizing movement under load and stress.
Articles
43The Off Season Is Where Your Best Golf Is BuiltThe summer reveals what your body can do. The off season is when you change what that is. Inside the five-phase DRVN progression — Strength, Power, Speed, Biomechanics, Skill Transfer — and what it delivers for three very different golfers.Performance Is Longevity — Why Training For Golf Is Training For LifeThe mobility, strength, and aerobic capacity that make you a better golfer are the same forces the longevity research says will keep you healthier, sharper, and living longer. Here is the evidence — and how DRVN training builds both at once.The Longest Hitters Win More. Here's Why That Matters Even More For You.Distance off the tee is the most trainable performance variable in golf. The Strokes Gained data proves it, and the opportunity is biggest for the everyday golfer.Athletes Need a Second Sport. Noah Henry Picked Golf.The athletes who hang up the cleats at twenty-two have to figure out what their bodies are for next. Most do not. Noah Henry's path — college soccer, a semi-pro try, a job with the Cardinals, a creative practice for performance brands, and now golf — is one answer.The Plan Is The Difference — Why Structured Training Beats Good Intentions Every TimeWhat separates golfers who actually get stronger, faster, and more resilient from those who spin their wheels? A structured plan. See the data behind DRVN's periodized training outcomes.The Practice Worth the DriveHow Eric Stevens built one of the most thoughtful junior golf programs in the country at Vitality Golf in Watertown, South Dakota — and why DRVN certification gave him the tools to reach adults next.He Built a Gym Inside a Golf Course. Then He Found DRVN.How CrossFit coach Matt Evans turned a decade of functional fitness into one of British Columbia's most unique golf performance setups, and why DRVN certification gave him the language to bring it all together.How Rory McIlroy Trained To Win The 2025 Masters — The Complete Performance BlueprintInside Rory McIlroy's 2025 Masters prep: deadlifts, mobility work, sleep routine, WHOOP recovery data, and the week-by-week training schedule that worked.Your Body Has a Handicap. Now You Can Lower It.Introducing the all-new Golf Fitness Handicap — 10 tests, one score, and a clear path to the most athletic version of your game.How To Hit It Further — Add 5 MPH Of Swing Speed, Gain 15 YardsEvery 1 mph of clubhead speed is worth 2.5 yards of carry. Here is what produces it — smash factor, the five-link kinetic chain, and the golf swing speed training that builds both.April Is The Most Dangerous Month In Golf — Here's How To Stay On The CourseMillions of golfers leave their bodies dormant all winter, then expect full performance from the first swing of spring. Learn the three mobility pillars that prevent injury and add distance.How to Find a Golf Fitness Trainer Near YouNot all personal trainers understand the golf swing. Here is what to look for in a golf fitness trainer, what certifications matter, and how to find one near you using the DRVN directory.Golf Fitness Gym vs. Personal Trainer: Which Is Right for You?Should you train at a golf fitness facility or hire a golf fitness trainer? Compare the pros and cons of each option and learn what to look for in both.What Makes Golf Fitness Different From Regular Training?Golf fitness is not just working out and hoping your game improves. Learn what makes golf-specific strength and conditioning different, why it matters, and how to find a program that actually transfers to the course.Driven Golf Fitness: Why We Built DRVN to Change How Golfers TrainDRVN stands for Driven — driven golf fitness built on a body-first methodology that connects physical training to swing performance. Here's the story behind the name and the system.Where Can You Train With DRVN Golf?DRVN is not a single facility. It is a performance system that runs inside gyms, golf training centers, and coaching studios around the world. Here is how to find a location and what to look for when you do.What Is a Golf WOD (And How Does DRVN Use Them)?WOD stands for Workout of the Day. DRVN uses the format as the daily delivery mechanism for golf performance programming. Here is what that means and why it works.What Is DRVN Golf? The App, the Method, and What to ExpectDRVN Golf is a golf performance platform built around structured physical training, standardized assessment, and expert coaching — delivered inside a single app. Here is how it works.Why the DRVN Certified Pro™ Is the Next Step in Your Career as a PGA ProfessionalThe DRVN Certified Pro™ is a golf fitness coaching certification designed to help PGA Professionals integrate applied biomechanics and structured training protocols into their existing coaching practice.Understanding Golf Ball Measurements for Applied Progressions — Free EbookMost fitness coaches never look at the ball. DRVN Certified Pros do. Download this free ebook to learn how ball flight data connects to physical training protocols — and how to coach golfers at a higher level.Understanding Golf Club Measurements for Applied Progressions — Free EbookClub head speed is a body problem. Download this free ebook to learn how club data connects to physical training — and how to use swing metrics to build faster, more accurate progressions for your golfer clients.Your Golfer's Lower Back Pain, Power Leaks, and Swing Inconsistency Have the Same Root Cause — Free EbookGlute dysfunction is one of the most common — and most underdiagnosed — physical limiters in the golf population. Download this free DRVN ebook to learn how the Glute Activation Test surfaces posterior chain deficits and asymmetry that directly explain swing faults, power loss, and lower back pain.Inside the DRVN Method™ Master Course: Module-by-Module BreakdownA complete walkthrough of what's inside The DRVN Method™ Master Course — 10 modules, 70+ lessons, proprietary assessments, biomechanics training, and business development for fitness trainers and golf professionals.Why We Built The DRVN Method™ Master CourseMost golfers don't fail because they lack coaching. They fail because their body can't support the mechanics they're being asked to repeat. The DRVN Method™ Master Course was built to fix that — for the coaches working with them.Your Golfer's Body Has a Handicap Too — Here's How to Measure ItThe Golf Fitness Handicap™ gives coaches a single, objective number that reveals how physically prepared a golfer is to support the swing they're trying to create — and holds them accountable between lessons.Free Golf Fitness Assessment Worksheets: 10 Tests to Baseline Your Golfers in Under 30 MinutesTwo free printable worksheets — a Mobility Assessment and a Fitness Assessment — that give coaches a standardized, scoreable baseline for every golfer's physical readiness. No app required.What Is a Turnkey Golf Fitness Program? What Facilities Should KnowA turnkey golf fitness program lets facilities deploy a complete, branded golf performance system without building one from scratch. Here's what that actually includes — and what to look for.Golf Fitness for Country Clubs and Private Facilities: The Opportunity Most Are MissingCountry clubs and private facilities sit next to one of the most motivated golf fitness markets in the world — and most of them aren't serving it. Here's what a real golf fitness program looks like inside a private club.Why Executives Are Investing in Golf FitnessFor executives, golf isn't just a hobby — it's a professional tool. Here's why high performers are treating golf fitness the same way they treat any other performance investment.Revolutionizing Golf Performance with the New DRVN Fitness HandicapTraditional golf handicaps measure scoring. The DRVN Golf Fitness Handicap measures something just as important: whether your body is physically ready to support your swing.Golf Client Entertainment: How to Actually Show Up ReadyClient entertainment on the golf course is a professional performance context. Here's what physical preparation actually means for business golf — and why most people show up underprepared.The ROI of a Corporate Golf Wellness ProgramCorporate wellness programs are expected to produce returns. Golf-aligned wellness is one of the few that can actually demonstrate them — through participation rates, professional performance, and talent outcomes.Golf-Aligned Corporate Wellness: How to Build a Program Employees Actually UseGeneric wellness programs get ignored. Golf-aligned wellness gives employees something to train toward — and companies a measurable way to tie fitness to culture and performance.How NIL Is Changing College Golf — And Why Fitness Is Now Part of Your BrandNIL has turned collegiate golfers into personal brands overnight. But sponsors aren't just watching your scorecard — here's why physical performance metrics are increasingly central to landing and keeping deals.Golf Fitness Over 50: How to Stay Powerful, Mobile, and Pain-Free on the CourseGetting older doesn't mean losing distance or accepting pain as part of the game. Here's how golfers over 50 should train differently — and what makes the biggest difference for performance and longevity.The DRVN Methodology: A Body-First Framework for Golf PerformanceMost golf training treats the body as an afterthought. The DRVN Methodology flips that — starting with physical capacity and building up to swing performance. Here's how it works.Should Golfers Train Differently? Yes, and We'll Show You HowGolf fitness is fitness — but that doesn't mean any program will work. Hewitt Tomlin explains why golf-specific training creates faster, more meaningful progress than generic gym work.Wellness, Fitness, Performance: Which Level of Golf Training Is Right for You?Not every golfer needs the same training. The three tiers of golf training — Wellness, Fitness, and Performance — define different goals, intensities, and outcomes. Here's how to find your level.Are There Gyms or Facilities Specifically Focused on Golf Fitness and Performance Training?Yes — and they're different from general gyms. Learn what specialized golf fitness facilities offer, from TPI-certified trainers to launch monitors, and how to find the right fit for your game.The Ultimate Golf Strength Training Workout for More Power and ConsistencyA breakdown of the DRVN Hybrid Performance workout — three strategic training blocks that build rotational power, lower-body force production, and the core stability your swing needs to stay consistent under pressure.The Truth About Golf Fitness: Why Strength Training Is Essential for Injury-Free PlayThe golf swing is one of the most explosive, asymmetrical movements in sports. Without proper strength training, most golfers never reach their performance potential — and many end up injured. Here's how to change that.Nutrition: Foundational Knowledge for GolfersWith so much nutrition information available, it's hard to know where to start. This guide covers the foundational factors every golfer needs — from BMR to macros — to fuel performance and body composition goals.The 3 P's of the DRVN Mobility AssessmentThe DRVN Mobility Assessment takes just 10 minutes and 5 movements to reveal how your body affects your golf swing — and what to do about it. Here's what Performance, Prevention, and Progress mean for your game.