Author name: Mike Quinlan

Mike Quinlan: Founder of The Approach Mike Quinlan is a dedicated golf coach and the founder of The Mike Quinlan Approach, a philosophy and system rooted in helping golfers achieve consistent, athletic performance by mastering External Focus. Unlike traditional instruction that often leads to "Paralysis by Analysis" by overloading the golfer with mechanical checkpoints, Mike's teaching simplifies the game by focusing solely on what matters: the movement of the club head. The Philosophy Mike's methodology is a modern refinement of the timeless teachings of legendary instructors Ernest Jones and Manuel de la Torre. His coaching is built on the core belief that: Golf is a Motion, Not a Collection of Positions: The body naturally supports the swing when the mind is focused externally on the target and the club head's rhythm. Performance is About Focus, Not Effort: Mike helps golfers filter out "internal noise" (like score, anxiety, and body positions) and dedicate their attention to the controllable "external task" (the shot at hand). Mike's Background After years of experiencing and observing the frustrating cycle of mechanical overload—where golfers work hard but struggle to transition their practice swing to the course—Mike developed The Approach to be the antidote. His work emphasizes building a resilient, automatic swing through specific low-consequence practice and a strong Mental Game framework that prepares the player for competition. Mike is committed to helping golfers stop chasing the perfect position and start trusting their instincts to deliver the club head effectively, unlocking true consistency and enjoyment in the game. He currently coaches players of all levels, helping them transform their technique by changing their focus.

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