Studio quality putting at Deer Park

Putting is arguably the most important aspect of the game and PGA Pro Alan Staunton has opened a state of the art indoor putting studio at Deer Park Golf in Howth.

The aim is to help you become Boss of the Moss on one of Ireland’s most scenic golf courses.

The putting studio uses the advanced Capto Golf System and represents a significant capital investment in the Tetrarch Capital facility.

Putting accounts for about 42 percent of your score, and yet it’s a much-overlooked technique among amateurs, who tend to devote their practice time to blasting drivers on the range, as the late Peter Dobereiner of the Guardian and the Observer once wrote: with “butt, belly and bulging eyeballs”.

The Capto operated studio at Deer Park Golf provides users with up to 20 readings on their putting stroke with video recording available to ensure improvements can be monitored and communicated back to the golfer.

Along with the stroke, the length, loft and lie of the putter itself can be checked, measured and adjusted to ensure the player is giving themselves the best opportunity to improve their stroke and score.

Most putters used by amateur golfers are purchased direct from retailers and are not fitted correctly.

“The putting game is drastically underestimated by many golfers, both novice and experienced amateurs,” Staunton said.

“There’s nothing worse than an excellent opening with a couple of shots being undone on the putting green, so we’re really hoping we can change people’s game with a couple of sessions in the studio.

“The 20 measured values ​​not only tell the golfer how he can improve, but above all the why behind it. It’s a user-friendly system and it’s very easy to see the instantaneous changes needed to turn a score from a bogey to a birdie.”

Deer Park members reap the benefits of the system.

“Putting was always an afterthought to my game as I relied on tee shot and fairway play to keep the scorecard ticking,” said club member Philip Cabena.

“Working with Alan at the putting studio opened my eyes to the intricacies of putting and how it impacts my game as a whole. While it has improved my performance around the green, there are lessons in control and precision that I have applied to other aspects of my game as well.”

Deer Park Golf’s indoor putting studio is available for bookings of one hour or more, with gift certificates also available.

Each lesson includes written and video feedback to help the golfer understand errors in their shot.

Group bookings for up to 6 people, ideal for corporate events or small groups.

Regular coaching options are available upon request to improve players’ game during the spring and summer seasons.

Deer Park Golf is situated on Howth Head and offers stunning views of Howth Castle, Dublin city and the coast.

For over four decades this property has been a favorite with golfers of all levels as the property includes two traditional golf courses: the Deer Park 18 hole and St Fintan’s 9 hole, as well as the extremely challenging 18 hole Pitch & putt course.

For information and bookings contact alan@deerparkgolf.ie or call 087 418 0201.