Michael Jacobs Michael Jacobs

Movement Science Pioneers

Beyond the milder weather, September and October are also great because they mark the beginning of "research and development" season. I spend a lot of time preparing and presenting to groups of coaches, elite players and swing enthusiasts, and use my technical studio at Rock Hill to continue developing the Jacobs 3D sports movement analysis program. I have two events coming up that are great for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and experience as I will be joined by two pioneers in the world of human movement and performance…..

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Michael Jacobs Michael Jacobs

Golf Magazine Top 100

It is always gratifying to be recognized for the work you’re doing, and getting named to Golf Magazine’s prestigious Top 100 Teachers list is no exception. I can still remember the feeling when I made the list for the first time, in 2017—a sense of validation that all the time and effort that has gone into understanding the intricacies of the swing and how to demystify them for students has been time well spent…..

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Michael Jacobs Michael Jacobs

The Language of Improvement

A lot of the national attention I get comes from the kinetic analysis software I developed with Dr. Steven Nesbit at Lafayette College. There’s no doubt that collaborating on that project is one of the things I’m most proud of in my 20+ years as a teacher. But all of that research and study can either sit on the shelf in the form of a paper or book, or it can move out into the world and help real golfers…..

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