Pros Teaching Joes w/ Zephyr Melton

How to hit a plugged bunker shot with Brittany Lang

Major champion Brittany Lang shows GOLF.com’s Zephyr Melton how to navigate a plugged lie in the sand on this edition of Pros Teaching Joes.

Instruction
On the latest edition of Pros Teaching Joes, LPGA star Lexi Thompson explains how to hit a low shot into the wind.

Lexi Thompson taught me how to hit a punch shot into the wind

On the latest edition of Pros Teaching Joes, LPGA star Lexi Thompson explains how to hit a low shot into the wind.
Instruction
Maria Fassi of Mexico lines up a putt on the 12th green during the first round of the Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G at Kenwood Country Club on September 07, 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio

Maria Fassi explains each step of her green-reading strategy

At a recent tournament, LPGA pro Maria Fassi explained her green-reading process and how she approaches each putt she faces.
Bunker Shots
brittany lang hits fried egg shot from the bunker while GOLF editor zephyr melton looks on

The secret to escaping a fried egg lie, according to an LPGA pro

In this edition of Pros Teaching Joes, LPGA pro Brittany Lang shares the secrets for escaping a fried egg lie in the bunker.
Instruction
Marina Alex on a putting green

Pros Teaching Joes: Marina Alex shares the keys to reading Bermuda greens

Two-time LPGA champ Marina Alex knows a thing or two about putting on Bermuda greens, so I enlisted her advice on reading them effectively.
Instruction
trevor immelman swings

3 keys for hitting off a downhill lie, according to a Masters champion

On this edition of Pros Teaching Joes, 2008 Masters winner Trevor Immelman shares the keys to hitting off a downhill lie.
Putting
angel yin gives putting lesson

3 tips to improve your short putts from an LPGA pro

In this edition of Pros Teaching Joes, LPGA pro Angel Yin gives three tips that will help improve your short-range putting.
Short Game
Parker McLachlin, aka Short Game Chef, helps GOLF Instruction Editor Nick Dimengo hit crispy shots with a lob wedge around the green

I was terrified of my 60-degree wedge — until I got this lesson

Parker McLachlin, aka Short Game Chef, helps GOLF Instruction Editor Nick Dimengo hit crispy shots with a lob wedge around the green.
Instruction
lee trevino swings driver in pink shirt

Lee Trevino’s secret to lower scores — without making swing changes

In today’s edition of Play Smart, Lee Trevino explains an easy way to improve — and it doesn’t require swing changes.
Driving
rob lowe swings driver during the 2024 memorial tournament pro-am

This pro-approved drill transformed actor Rob Lowe’s driving

In this edition of Play Smart, we look at a drill from Rod Pampling that has helped actor Rob Lowe hit his driver better than ever.
Instruction
zephyr melton swings. bal.on pressure data next to him

This ground-breaking, high-tech training aid blew my mind

In today’s edition of Play Smart, we see how innovative training aid BAL.ON can teach you to shift your weight properly during the swing.
Instruction
rory mcilroy swings training aid on the range

Rory McIlroy always keeps this training aid with him. Here’s why

In this edition of Play Smart, we explain the tiny new training aid Rory McIlroy has been spotted using lately.
Driving
tom kim lines up for a drive during the 2025 sony open

Pros like Tom Kim use this clever hack to shape their drives

In this edition of Play Smart we explain a clever move that pros use to make sure their drives are shaped the way they want.
Driving
gary player hits ceremonial opening tee shot at the 2024 masters

Gary Player: Stop making this mistake and start hitting more fairways

In this edition of Play Smart, Gary Player explains how to hit more fairways with one easy course-management fix.
Instruction
maverick mcnealy swings driver during the 2024 rsm classic

This Tour winner uses an unorthodox method for adding swing speed

In this edition of Play Smart, we look at how PGA Tour winner Maverick McNealy uses cross-sport training to add swing speed.
Putting
golfer practices putting drill with putting mirror
Insiders Only

This speed-control drill will help you cut down on 3-putts

The secret to cutting down on three-putts is dialing in your speed. Here’s a drill from Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger to help with that.
Instruction
bryson dechambeau hits tee shot during the 2023 pga championship
Insiders Only

Breaking 90 is easier than you think. You just need to do these 2 things

If you’re hoping to shoot in the 80s more often, all you need to do is clean up your scoring on par-3s and par-5s. Here’s how.
Instruction
golf coach helps student with their grip

5 big things to consider when searching for a swing coach

Looking to hire a swing coach this season? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Trent Wearner has five things you should take into consideration.
Putting
What are the important keys for lag-putting from long distances? 6-time PGA Tour winner Viktor Hovland breaks down his approach

Viktor Hovland’s 1 simple tip for lag putting

What are the important keys for lag putting from long distances? Six-time PGA Tour winner Viktor Hovland breaks down his approach.
Fitness
A top amateur golfer, Jonathan Bale, describes the most-trusted warm up routine that he uses prior to teeing off for each round

This warm-up routine will get you golf-ready before the first tee

Top amateur golfer Jonathan Bale explains the trusted warm-up routine he uses before arriving on the first tee.
Driving
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood gives his best tips to help amateurs generate more power in order to bomb their drives

Powerboost your drives by doing this, says top teacher

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood gives his best tips to help amateurs generate more power in order to bomb their drives.
Instruction
In this fun 2-ball challenge, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Brian Mogg fixes some common mistakes that many amateurs make on a par-3 holes

These simple adjustments helped me nearly ace a tricky par-3

In this fun two-ball challenge, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Brian Mogg fixes some common mistakes that many amateurs make on par-3 holes.
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Latest Instruction Videos

How proper weight distribution can help you swing better than ever

A revolutionary new training aid, Bal.On shows golfers and teachers exactly where the player’s bodyweight is throughout all phases of the swing. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Mike Dickson explains how you can use this tool to your benefit.

Warming Up with Lee Trevino

Lee Trevino. 85 years young. Hitting balls. Talking golf. Warming up. Unfiltered. The six-time major champ joins GOLF’s Dylan Dethier on the range in Punta Mita, Mexico and reminds us why he’s one of the game’s greatest players AND greatest talkers, too.

This tip will help your warmups be more effective and enhance your range practice

Bridges Cup competitor Jonathan Bale shows golf analyst and coach Simon Holmes a great stretch to do before warming up on the range. He also explains what you should be doing before you arrive to the course for the most effective warmup.

How to hit a plugged bunker shot with Brittany Lang

Major champion Brittany Lang shows GOLF.com’s Zephyr Melton how to navigate a plugged lie in the sand on this edition of Pros Teaching Joes.

How proper weight distribution can help you swing better than ever

A revolutionary new training aid, Bal.On shows golfers and teachers exactly where the player’s bodyweight is throughout all phases of the swing. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Mike Dickson explains how you can use this tool to your benefit.