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Your First 18 — The 9-Month Beginner Golf Journey
A complete roadmap from your first swing to fun, confident rounds.
Learning golf the right way takes time — and the fastest way to improve is with a structured, step-by-step plan.
Our 9-Month Beginner Program gives you a clear path to build a strong, repeatable swing, master the short game, and feel confident playing real rounds on the course.
Designed specifically for true beginners, this program removes the guesswork, prevents bad habits, and keeps you progressing every month.
At ATX Golf Performance, you get expert coaching, personalized feedback, and a long-term plan you can trust.
⭐ Program Length: 9 Months
30-minute private lessons
Typically 1× per week
Optional fast-track: 2–3× per week
How the Program Works
Your First 18 is divided into five progressive phases, each lasting 1–2 months. You’ll develop both the physical skills (swing mechanics, short game, putting) and the mental skills (confidence, focus, strategy) needed to play real golf confidently.
PHASE 1 — FOUNDATIONS (Months 1–2)
Build comfort, confidence, and a clean, repeatable setup.
We start with the most important fundamentals — the pieces that influence everything else in your swing. Over the first two months, you’ll learn how to set up consistently, make solid ball contact, and understand how each club works.
You’ll Learn:
Grip, posture, stance, alignment
Half-swing development → ¾ swings
Ball contact, balance, and body control
Intro to irons, hybrids, and driver basics
Range safety, etiquette, and confidence
Example Lessons:
Week 1–2: Setup, grip, body positions
Week 3–4: Half-swing → ¾ swing progression
Week 5–6: Iron contact & launch basics
Week 7–8: Intro to hybrids & basic driver setup
PHASE 2 — FULL SWING & BALL-STRIKING (Months 3–4)
Develop reliable contact, distance, and directional control.
Now that your foundations are strong, we turn your swing into a tool you can trust. These months are all about creating a swing that produces predictable, repeatable results.
You’ll Learn:
Iron mechanics & ball-first contact
Hybrids & fairway woods
Driver setup, ball position & tee height
Launch, trajectory & distance control
Fixing common beginner misses (slice, hook, thin, fat)
Example Lessons:
Week 1–2: Iron impact, divot, extension
Week 3–4: Fairway woods & hybrids
Week 5–6: Driver foundation development
Week 7–8: Direction control & ball flight patterns
PHASE 3 — SHORT GAME MASTERY (Months 5–6)
Your fastest path to lower scores — even as a beginner.
Short game is where beginners gain confidence the quickest. These two months focus entirely on the scoring areas that make rounding out your game easier and more fun.
You’ll Learn:
Chipping technique & simple club selection
Pitching from 20–70 yards
Greenside bunker fundamentals
Putting setup, path, pace, and green reading
How to practice the short game effectively
Example Lessons:
Week 1: Chipping fundamentals
Week 2: Different lies around the green
Week 3: Pitching trajectory & landing spots
Week 4: Distance control drills
Week 5: Putting mechanics
Week 6: Green reading & speed control
Week 7–8: Bunker basics + scoring shots
PHASE 4 — COURSE PLAY, STRATEGY & CONFIDENCE (Months 7–8)
Learn how to actually play the game — not just swing the club.
You now have enough skill to start thinking like a golfer on the course. We focus on strategy, shot planning, target selection, and how to stay confident and consistent under pressure.
You’ll Learn:
Beginner-friendly course strategy
Rules, pace of play & on-course etiquette
Tee-box strategy & easy aiming systems
Approaches, layups & recovery shots
Simple stat tracking (fairways, greens, putts)
Example Lessons:
Week 1: Rules & beginner course management
Week 2: Smart tee shots & aiming systems
Week 3: Approaches, layups & risk management
Week 4: Trouble shots (trees, slopes, rough)
Week 5–6: Full-simulation practice
Optional: 3–6 hole on-course session
PHASE 5 — SKILL REFINEMENT & LONG-TERM DEVELOPMENT (Month 9)
Build habits that last. Play full rounds with confidence.
The final month transitions you from “learning the game” to owning your development. You’ll learn how to practice with purpose, understand your distances, and create a consistent round-to-round routine.
You’ll Learn:
How to design your own practice sessions
Distance gapping & club yardages
Pre-shot routines and focus habits
Long-term goal setting
Whether club fitting is appropriate for your development
Example Lessons:
Week 1: Practice structure & self-assessment
Week 2: Distance calibration
Week 3: Mental game & routines
Week 4: Final performance review & improvement roadmap
THE COMPLETE 9-MONTH JOURNEY
Time Commitment
9 months total
30-minute lessons
Typically 1× per week
Fast-track: 2–3× per week
By Month 9, You Will:
Have a repeatable, reliable golf swing
Strike the ball cleanly with multiple clubs
Chip, pitch & putt with confidence
Understand course strategy & basic rules
Play full rounds without hesitation
Know your distances & how to practice
Have a long-term improvement system in place
This is the most complete, beginner-focused program in Austin — built for adults who want to learn the right way from day one.
READY TO BEGIN YOUR 9-MONTH TRANSFORMATION?
Start with a 1-Hour Game Evaluation.
Your journey begins with a Game Evaluation where we:
Assess your current skills
Identify strengths & weaknesses
Build your personalized 9-month plan
Get you swinging confidently right away
👉 Book Your Game Evaluation Today
From learning the basics…
To loving every round.
Every golfer starts somewhere.
At ATX Golf Performance, we guide you from learning the basics to playing with confidence — and loving every round along the way.
Everything You Need to Know Before Booking
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Yes! ATX Golf Performance is led by Martin du Toit, who has over 27 years of coaching experience and a proven record of success. He has developed four #1 ranked junior players in South Africa, guided athletes to scholarships at top universities including Stanford, Duke, and Oklahoma State, and coached golfers to victories on tours around the world. Working alongside him is Coach Benjah, who holds a Master’s degree in Pedagogy (the science of learning) and brings over 10 years of coaching experience. His ability to translate complex swing concepts into simple, actionable steps makes learning both effective and enjoyable. Together, Martin and Benjah combine world-class expertise, advanced technology, and a personalized approach that helps golfers of every level — from beginners to professionals — achieve measurable, lasting results.
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Unlike traditional “one-size-fits-all” lessons, our approach is fully customized to you. As an owner-operated business, we take a personal stake in your success—it matters directly to us. We use cutting-edge tools like video analysis, launch monitors, 3D motion capture, force plates and performance tracking within a proven coaching system designed for real feedback and lasting improvement. And because we’re not a big corporate program, we stay flexible and adapt to your individual goals.
👉 See what our students have to say in their reviews.
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Your first session is a Game Evaluation. We’ll review your goals and create a personalized roadmap. You’ll leave with a clear understanding and an action plan to start learning and improving immediately.
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Absolutely. We welcome golfers of all ages and skill levels — from first-timers to single-digit players. What matters most is your desire to improve. If you’re willing to put in the work, we’ll provide the coaching, tools, and support to help you reach your goals faster.
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A Game Evaluation Session is $125. For golfers committed to long-term improvement, we offer packages that provide the best value and consistent progress.
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Yes! We stand behind your first session with our Clear Path Guarantee: after your initial game evaluation you’ll leave knowing exactly what to do to start improving your game. If we don’t deliver on that, your session is free — no charge.
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Booking is easy — just use our online booking tool at this link to pick your time. You’ll receive confirmation instantly.
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We ask for at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to reschedule or cancel so we can accommodate other players. No-shows may be charged the full session fee.
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Yes, please bring your clubs so we can evaluate your real setup. If you don’t have clubs yet, let us know and we’ll provide options. Balls are included at the facility.
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Many golfers notice progress after just one session. Long-term results come with consistent coaching and practice, and we’ll guide you with drills and follow-up plans.
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We’re located at 206 Wild Basin Road South, Building A, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78746. Austin Texas
We operate in a modern indoor/outdoor golf performance studio with free on-site parking.
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Your Personalized Game Plan With Coach Benjah Miller’s Expert Guidance Starts Here.
Schedule your 1-hour Game Evaluation Session with Coach Benjah Miller for only $125. Together, we'll pinpoint the exact cause of your frustrations and build a clear, actionable plan for consistent, confident golf.
Why Coach Benjah Miller Is the Right Choice for You
🏆 Most Popular Coach for New & Intermediate Golfers
Trusted by hundreds of players for faster, stress-free improvement.
✔️ Ideal for beginners, teens, and high-handicappers
✔️ Proven learning-based method that builds confidence
✔️ Includes swing drills, mindset tools & progress plan
✔️ 10+ years experience with real results
Benjah has over 10 years of experience coaching golf and applying researched sports performance techniques to accelerate swing mechanic mastery.
With a Masters degree in Pedagogy (Science of Learning), he specializes in optimizing learning strategies that help players achieve their golfing goals with precision and efficiency.
His approach emphasizes knowledge transfer—enabling golfers to deeply understand their game, eliminate guesswork, and perform with confidence.
Additionally, his coaching philosophy incorporates leading performance psychology techniques that enhance mental consistency, helping golfers trust their swing and execute under pressure.
