Affectionately known as the "Little Pro," Eddie Merrins has long been revered as a golf guru. For nearly 40 years Eddie has lived and breathed the game and the way of life of golf as Head Professional at the Bel-Air Country Club in Los Angeles. At the Bel-Air Country Club the locker nameplates read like an Oscar party guest list; Tom Cruise, Dennis Quaid, James Woods, Richard Crenna, Jack Wagner and James Garner, are just a few.
The Little Pro has instructed some of the biggest names in entertainment, as well as some of the highest-level professional golfers. Merrins has amassed almost 60 years of knowledge, from his years as a junior, amateur and college golfer to his career as a professional tour player, instructor, head professional and NCAA coach. And yet, as television golf analyst David Feherty notes, "Only the best players in the world and members of one of America's most exclusive golf clubs have had access to Eddie Merrins."... that is until now! Find out how you too can bring Eddie into your home for your own private lessons.
The Eddie Merrins Swing the Handle DVD set includes 9 tip and training segments on 5 DVD discs.
In Swing the Handle Volume I, Fundamentals, The Little Pro teaches you and Film and Television star Craig T. Nelson a comprehensive yet simple plan to start you on your way to better golf now and for a lifetime. Eddie and Craig take you step by step through the proper way to build a solid base of fundamentals for your game. The four chapters covered in Volume I are: Grip, Set Up, Swing and Hand/Wrist Action.
Eddie Merrins has worked with some of the greatest players in the game today. In Swing the Handle Volume II, Cause and Effect, you and Film and Television star Robert Wagner receive instruction from The Little Pro on the how and why of good shots and bad. Eddie shows you and Robert how to execute and control the four key elements of shotmaking. The four chapters covered in Volume II are: Distance, Direction, Curve and Trajectory.
Eddie Merrins' understanding of preparation in the golf game is second to none. In Swing the Handle Volume III, Shotmaking Procedure, Singer-Songwriter Mac Davis is The Little Pro's pupil as he gives you a solid plan to improve your shotmaking. Eddie demonstrates to you and Mac the proper way to think and prepare to hit good golf shots. The four chapters covered in Volume III are: Ball, Target, Picture the Shot, and Swing Thought.
In addition to being one of the top teachers in the game, Eddie Merrins is also an accomplished tournament player. In Swing the Handle Volume IV, Playing the Game, you'll sit in with five-time European Tour winner and Network Golf Analyst David Feherty as The Little Pro shares his extraordinary insight into playing the game. Eddie will take you into the mental and physical side of playing the game to your highest potential from pre-round and pre-tournament preparation through proper stroke and match play strategies. Volume IV has two segments with four chapters each. Segment 1 Goals includes: Shot, Hole, Round, and Tournament. Segment 2 Rewards includes: Short, Medium, Long and Extra Long Term.
Eddie Merrins led the UCLA Bruins to a National Championship during his tenure as their golf coach. Eddie has also worked with many amateurs and improved their games. In Swing the Handle Volume V, Shotmaking, you and Television star and Celebrity Golf Tour winner Jack Wagner will learn from The Little Pro as he gives you invaluable lessons in shotmaking.In this lesson, Eddie takes you and Jack through the correct thoughts and execution of specific shots needed during play on a golf hole. In Volume V, the four chapters include: Driving, Approach Shots, Short Game and Putting.
Eddie Merrins has worked with many aspiring junior golfers. His relationship with Bob May started when May was just 11 years old. Along with winning on the European Tour, Bob is also known for his outstanding play while waging an epic battle into a playoff with Tiger Woods at the 2000 PGA Championship. In Swing the Handle Volume VI, Short Game, you'll learn from The Little Pro and his longtime student PGA Tour star Bob May how to quickly improve your short game and lower your score. The four chapters of Volume VI include: Putting, Chipping, Pitching and Sand. This volume contains essential information to help you lower your scores immediately.
Eddie Merrins has worked with some of the top players in golf, both on the PGA and LPGA Tours. In Swing the Handle Volume VII, Fine Tuning, you'll learn from The Little Pro as he works with LPGA star and Major Championship winner Helen Alfredsson to get the most out of your golf game. In this lesson, Eddie shows Helen that some minor adjustments can provide major results. The four chapters in Volume VII include: Rhythm, Tempo, Timing and Coordination.
Over the years Eddie Merrins has touched so many students not only in their golf games, but also in their lives. In Swing the Handle Volume VIII, The Makeup of a Golfer, UCLA alum, longtime student and four-time PGA Tour winner Duffy Waldorf works with The Little Pro on what it takes to make a complete golfer. In this lesson, Eddie shows you how integrating many different elements can help you play your best. The four chapters in Volume VIII include: Mental, Physical, Technical and Spiritual. Enjoy this rare look into what it takes to play golf at the very top of your ability.
Eddie Merrins is a master at knowing just the right drill to correct problems in your game and instill solid fundamentals. You will enjoy dozens of timeless tips The Little Pro has developed over the past 40 years that will help speed your mastery of the game.
The Little Pro demonstrates these new and classic drills with his many Tour and Celebrity pupils. He also shares his thoughts on what it takes to become a CHAMPION in the game of golf.
CHAMPION
Character
Health
Attitude
Management
Physical Swing
Intellect
Organization
Numbers
Watch and practice these drills and you will not only lower your scores, but you will have fun doing it!
Editor's Note
With legendary names such as Arnold Palmer and Greg Norman singing his praise, Eddie Merrins is one of the most respected golf instructors in the business. In SWING THE HANDLE, Merrins shares the tips that have helped golfers including Ben Crenshaw and Fred Couples, as well as Hollywood stars such as Tom Cruise and James Garner. With these lessons, Merrins imparts more than 60 years of golf widom about every facet of the game.
|
