The Skillest Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with one of golf instruction's most recognisable voices to unpack how a former snowboarder from Vermont became one of the most diversified coaches in the game. Keith gets brutally honest about the mental rewiring it took to stop filling his calendar with back-to-back lessons and start thinking like a business owner — and the friend/mentor who helped him see it.We get into:•Why being an outsider to traditional golf coaching was actually his biggest advantage•How 2,700 Instagram posts cured his introversion (kind of)•The ping pong paddle, the props, and why keeping it stupidly simple is actually the hardest skill to master•The moment a Skillest notification showed “Tony Finau has sent you a message” — and what it proved about social media as a real-time resumeIf you're a coach still cramming online lessons in at the end of the day, or telling yourself you'll start posting next week — this one's for you.

Baden and Clappy kick off with a deep dive into the oddities of international timekeeping — Mother's Day, Father's Day, and why Adelaide is somehow half an hour ahead of Brisbane in summer — before getting into the golf that matters.Chris Wood's win on the Hotel Planner Challenge Tour gets the treatment it deserves: a former Ryder Cup player who bottomed out, rebuilt on the Mina Tour, and quietly reminded everyone he was always that good. Then Alex Fitzpatrick's near-miss at the weekend sparks a conversation about whether he's already the real deal — back door PGA Tour card or not.Brandt Snedeker. First win in a decade. Baden tries to recruit him at Steph Curry's charity event after three gin and tonics. It doesn't go well. Neither did the Brad Faxon putting lesson pitch at the PGA Show — though apparently there's a mate in Brisbane with $10k and a Scotty Cameron collection who's still waiting by the phone.Lucas Herbert's LIV win leads into a broader discussion on where the rebel league is headed, the pathway problem for players like Laurie Canter and Patrick Reed, and why the Aussie Open deserves more than it's getting from the PGA Tour.Then it's onto the PGA Championship preview at Ermenegildo Golf Club outside Sydney — Donald Ross design, Gil Hanse renovation, and what both mean for how the course will play. Baden makes his pick. Clappy floats Fleetwood and Rahm. Phil Kenyon gets a mention, a story, and a standing invitation to come on the pod.Plus: the Victoria Institute of Sport, the danger of turning everyone into the same swing, and why Herbie's career is basically a masterclass in knowing who you are at 17.Next week: KB joins the show. The hair rankings are officially open.

What happens when one of golf's smartest media minds sits down with two golf-obsessed coaching nerds? You get a conversation that goes everywhere — tour players, TPI, coaching methods, golf media, LIV, mobility, practice, AI, and the future of instruction.This week on the Skillest Podcast, Baden and Alex Clapp are joined by Luke Kerr-Dineen from Golf Digest — one of the most influential voices in modern golf instruction media.Luke opens up about his journey from aspiring journalist to becoming one of the key figures shaping how golfers consume instruction today. The guys dive deep into: Why tour pros obsess over the “boring” basics  The danger of constantly changing swing methods  What Luke learned from his full TPI assessment  How body limitations shape golf swings  Why great coaching is becoming more evidence-based than ever  The future of AI, digital coaching, and platforms like Skillest  The changing landscape of golf media and instruction  LIV Golf, the PGA Tour, and what global golf should look like It's part golf philosophy, part swing nerd heaven, and part look into where the entire game is heading next.If you're fascinated by coaching, golf swings, player development, or the future of the game — this one's a must-listen. 

Why do great golf coaches disagree on so many things?And more importantly… does it actually matter?In this episode, Baden and Alex unpack the reality of modern golf coaching — where data is everywhere, opinions are stronger than ever, and there's still no single “right way” to swing a club.You'll learn: Why disagreement in coaching is actually a strength  How different swing styles can all produce elite results  The shift from rigid “methods” to adaptable coaching systems  Why players need different solutions based on their body, goals, and time  How technology is lowering the barrier to getting great coaching If you're trying to improve your game — or become a better coach — this episode will challenge how you think about learning golf.

This week on the Skilly Pod, Baden and Clappy sit down with Mark Govier — Welsh Dragon, high performance coach at Altus Golf, and one of the most engaged coaches on the Skillest platform.Mark's coaching journey spans 30 years, from running his own academy in Wales to being recruited by Cam McCormick to join the Altus setup in Dallas, where he works with elite juniors, college players, and tour professionals.The conversation gets into what separates real coaching from the traditional one-off lesson model — and spoiler: it's not about more swing videos. Mark, Clappy, and Baden unpack why accountability, habit tracking, regular touchpoints, and genuine human connection are the real drivers of player improvement. Mark also opens up about how he uses Whoop data to catch things like a student playing Call of Duty until midnight before a tournament round, and why building a player's individual "formula" is the foundation of everything he does.They also get into swing models, Nelly Korda, Fitzpatrick's incredible week, the danger zone between lessons, and why the five-or-six lesson package might be the worst thing that ever happened to golf coaching.If you want to understand what high performance coaching actually looks like in 2025 — in person and online — this one's for you.

Baden and Clappy are back to unpack a massive week in golf. They kick off at Harbour Town — a course that makes the case that great design, not a rolled-back ball, is how you defend par. From there it's a proper debate on the USGA's bifurcation plan: is it pointless engineering theatre, or the future of the pro game? The boys get into why slower swingers barely notice the change, the social awkwardness of "which ball are you playing?" at your home club, and why Trotty Golf reckons driver designers will claw every yard back anyway.Then it's ground reaction forces — the thing Baden famously doesn't have. Clappy breaks down the three flavours (lateral, vertical, rotary), why Scottie Scheffler slides and Matt Fitzpatrick pulls his front foot out of the way, and how understanding ground forces turned his clubhead speed from 116 to 132 mph. Plus a sharp take on why most 18-handicappers should be nowhere near a force plate.The back half dives into LIV's rumoured cash crunch, TaylorMade team rebrands, and the no-man's-land waiting for returning players like Cam Smith, Joaquin Niemann and DJ — while Patrick Reed serves out his suspension. Bryson's stirring up trouble again. And next week: golf media insider Luke Kerr-Dineen joins the pod.Grab a coffee. Plenty to chew on.

The Masters is done for another year — and Rory McIlroy made it look frighteningly comfortable. Baden and Clappy break down how a man who ranked second-last in driving accuracy for the weekend somehow won by three, why Augusta may be more forgiving than it used to be, and whether any of the chasing pack ever really had a chance.Then the conversation turns to a topic that lit up the coaching world during Masters week: Brandel Chamblee's claim that Scottie Scheffler has a "steepening move." The boys dig into why the terminology matters, what the camera angle wasn't showing, and how the steep-vs-shallow debate — however it's framed — keeps causing real confusion for everyday golfers.They wrap up asking a question that's been nagging all season: where are the new personalities? With the same veterans filling the leaderboard week after week, is the game crying out for its next superstar — and is the coaching world doing enough to find them?

Augusta National is the greatest stage in golf, and this week it's centre stage. Baden and Alex (Clappy) kick off Masters Week with an unfiltered preview — debating why the Masters beats every other major (no phones, perfect contrast, Amen Corner), picking their contenders for the Green Jacket, and revisiting Tiger's single most iconic moment on that course.They also touch on what it actually takes to win Augusta — why first-timers rarely contend, why the best players almost always win it, and what separates the course knowledge of someone like Ludvig Åberg from the rest of the field.This week's picks:Baden: Bryson DeChambeau & Jason Day (tip from Matt Fryer)Clappy: Chris Gotterup & Cam Young — plus a quiet word for Patrick ReedAnd if you're watching all the action and feeling the itch to fix your game — every coach on Skillest is offering 20% off your first month. Use code GREENJACKET at checkout. Offer ends Sunday night.

What do you get when a pain-riddled amateur golfer goes down every rabbit hole imaginable — coaching, biomechanics, club grinding, and manufacturing — and ends up accidentally building one of the most disruptive equipment brands in the game? You get Tom Bailey and Avoda Golf.Tom joined us for a wide-ranging conversation about how a bench grinder, a brother with an e-commerce background, and a frustrated Bryson DeChambeau turned a 50-set goal into one of golf's fastest-growing club companies.We get deep into the science behind what Avoda actually does differently — lie angle as the single most important spec in your bag, why combo-length irons make more sense than you think, how the right grip size is just like wearing the right shoe, and the curve-face technology that had Bryson saying "I've never seen a club do that." We also get into Tom's current work with Jason Day and his coach Colin Swatton, and the remarkable story of how the right sole grind fixed in a week what they'd been working on for years.In this episodeWhy lie angle trumps everything elseCombo length vs same length ironsThe Bryson DeChambeau storyJason Day's wedge revelationCurve face tech explainedThe precision fitting system for coaches"We know the golf club is not just a thing that you buy and use for a year. You can get it dialled in exactly how you need it — to take you on the journey you're going on with your coach."— Tom Bailey, founder of Avoda GolfAVO Golf is giving away three precision fitting systems to coaches. Follow @avogolf and DM the word Skillest to be entered into the draw.

The comeback continues.In Episode 2 of The Skillest Pod, Baden Schaff and Alex Clapp dive into everything happening in golf right now — from Tiger's latest situation to the rapid rise of launch monitors, VR golf, and what the future of coaching actually looks like.They cover: The reality behind Tiger's latest headlines  Why launch monitors are about to be everywhere  VR golf, wearables, and the next wave of coaching  The shift to “always-on” coaching  How top coaches are building scalable businesses Plus, Gary Woodland's incredible comeback and a preview of an upcoming episode with elite club fitter Tom Bailey.No fluff. Just real conversations about where golf — and coaching — is going next.

The Skilly Pod is back — and we're kicking things off with Alex Clapp.In this episode, Baden and Alex set the tone for what this podcast is all about: getting better at golf, building better coaching businesses, and having a bit of fun along the way.We dive into: Alex's journey from 45+ hours of in-person coaching to building a global, hybrid coaching business  Why consistency beats any “secret sauce” when it comes to coaching success  How online coaching is changing the way golfers actually improve  The power of community, communication, and “in-between” learning  And a few honest takes on what's happening in the golf world right now (including LIV, course setup, and what actually makes golf interesting to watch) This is a raw, first conversation — part intro, part deep dive — into how coaching, learning, and the game itself are evolving.If you're a golfer or coach trying to improve, this is where it starts.

We had an AMAZING FINISH at Pinehurst, and Ludda (our boots on the ground) had plenty to document. The boys broke down the iconic moments from the tournament, analyzed Rory's swing (and collapse), as well as discussed the significance of the face of LIV beating the face of the PGA...As always, you can sign up for Skillest here: https://skillest.com/Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

Happy U.S. Open Week! Ludda is out this episode, as he will be our "boots on the ground" LIVE from Pinehurst (stay tuned for more podcasts this week) but in his place TODAY, we have the brilliant Alex "Clappy" Clapp, a renowned golf coach and Skillest icon. In this pod, Clappy breaks down what to expect from Pinehurst this week, as he recently played the course. Later on Baden discusses a MASSIVE $10,000 GIVEAWAY Skillest is distributing... you will have to listen to find out more.To be eligible for the giveaway, you must be a Skillest subscriber who makes a purchase this week using the promo code "USA24" where you can also get a 20% discount on lesson packaging. As always, you can sign up for Skillest here: https://skillest.com/Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

The boys break down the 2024 PGA Championship as they talk Schauffele winning, the biggest surprises of the tournament, and other amazing stories from the weekend in Valhalla.As always, you can sign up for Skillest here: https://skillest.com/Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

The boys are BACK and brought some championship level energy to this pod! They broke down all things PGA Championship play at Valhalla, who they think will win it, and yes... they mentioned Scottie Scheffler's all time performance today. As always, you can sign up for Skillest here: https://skillest.com/Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

In this episode, it was all about the man of the hour, David Lutterus. In this very casual yet epic one-on-one interview, Baden explores the incredible origin of our international man of mystery, revealing some awesome tales and inspiring knowledge about our lovely co-host, the only and only "Ludda."As always, you can sign up for Skillest here: https://skillest.com/Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

On this episode, Baden gets technical with a LONGTIME friend of the Skillest Platform, coach Alex Moore, who has been on the app for 6 and a half years. They discussed the influence that the great Mac O'Grady had on his coaching career, how he uses the MORAD teachings to assess students on Skillest, and they broke down Moore's very wholistic training style.

One of the first ever Skillest Podcast guests returns after all these years as Ryan Ruffels is back on the program! On this episode, the guys talked about Ryan's involvement with Jason Day's new clothing line Malbon Golf, how YouTube and other social media platforms have transformed the golf industry, as well as the fate of LIV and PGA. An epic listen for Skillest followers and newcomers alike.As always, you can sign up for Skillest here: https://skillest.com/Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

We finally got him! Terry Rowles, one of the most renowned names in the world of golf instruction, NOT ONLY joins us on our podcast...Terry is becoming a Skillest Coach! In this episode, we welcome Terry and his research-based approach to the Skillest family as well as provide a tease of his coaching process in general, such a process where students often experience immediate improvements.  Catch a listen!As always, you can sign up for Skillest here: https://skillest.com/Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

The boys were STOKED for this episode as online coaching pioneer Andy Proudman stopped by the Skillest pod to talk about Me and My Golf, content creation, and the future of golf instruction...As always, you can sign up for Skillest here: https://skillest.com/Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

In this episode, you pretty much get a free golf lesson. The guys get super detailed on what your swing should look like, how you should differentiate your swing on the fairway as opposed to on the tee box, and of course which professional swings you should copy and which you should NOT.As always, sign up for Skillest here: https://skillest.com/Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

Episode 2 of the new year kicks off with a major splash in the world of golf sponsorships: Tiger Woods has parted ways with Nike after 27 years. Shortly after, the boys get into some interesting debates about chipping (and this turns into a very detailed chipping discussion that golfers of all skillsets are not going to want to miss!)Sign up for Skillest or download the Skillest app to see both Baden and Lutta in action as online coaches (see below)Sign up: https://skillest.com/Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

By popular demand, the boys are BACK! On today's episode, they broke down the ongoing LIV/PGA Tour debacle, Lutta playing with Donald Trump, and of course...they dropped some world class golf knowledge.Sign up for Skillest or download the Skillest app to see both of them in action as online coaches (see below)Sign up: https://skillest.com/Download the App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillest-1-sports-coaching/id1054851741

More golfers are off to LIV, including Brooks Koepka. In Gee Chun wins the LPGA Championship and Xander Schauffele wins the Travelers.  Lutterus shares his experience at Muirfield Village Golf Club over the weekend. Then the guys have a detailed discussion on short game technique & more.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.Skillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappSign up for Skillest: https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/WqQ4YMqNse

An absolutely epic finish to America's major is recapped by Baden Schaff & David Lutterus, as they break down the 2022 US Open at The Country Club in Brookline, MA, USA.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.Skillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappSign up for Skillest: https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/WqQ4YMqNse

Baden & Ludda are back to preview the US Open, including all the news surrounding LIV Golf leading into America's Major.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.Skillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappSign up for Skillest: https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/WqQ4YMqNse

Skillest coach and coach of Kevin Na & Jason Krokak joins the podcast to preview everything about this weekend's PGA Championship.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.Skillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappSign up for Skillest: https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/WqQ4YMqNse

After a two-week hiatus, the guys are back to recap David's recent adventures back in Australia, including how he played (and broadcasted) in Blitz Golf , riding helicopters to weddings, and giving lessons to local golfers. Then, Baden & David discuss the PGA Tour, and finally wrap up with an in-depth conversation surrounding various swing trends.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout:  https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesSkillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappLearn more about Blitz Golf: https://www.blitzgolf.net/

The guys are joined by Skillest coach Taylor Crosby, Lead Instructor at Reynolds Lake Oconee. The three talk about Taylor's background, his experiences with Lutterus, and the 2022 Masters.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.Skillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappSign up for Skillest: https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/WqQ4YMqNse

Evin Priest of Australian Golf Digest joins the show to discuss his podcast "Chasing Majors," a 13-episode series with Tiger Woods' former caddie Steve Williams where the two deep dive into Steve & Tiger's wins together & more. Plus, Baden, Lu and Evin preview The Masters. Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.Skillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappSign up for Skillest: https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/WqQ4YMqNseWatch a live lesson with the great Sean Foley: https://try.skillest.com/sean-foley/

Baden & Lutterus jump right into this episode talking about coaching the likes of Cam Smith, how other players take advice, and what's worked for them. After, the duo recaps THE PLAYERS, look forward to The Masters, and deep dive into different launch monitors.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.Skillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappSign up for Skillest: https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/WqQ4YMqNseSHOW HIGHLIGHTS0:00 Intro1:10 Coaching styles10:42 Cam Smith16:35 16th at Sawgrass25:00 Daniel Berger incident27:00 Lutterus can't stop laughing28:15 Lutterus seeing players cheat30:28 What's up with Lutterus?31:00 Launch monitors38:45 Masters

The boys are back after a week-long hiatus to recap the Honda Classic, preview the Arnold Palmer Invitational, discuss the latest on Phil Mickelson, and answer listener questions.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.Skillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappSign up for Skillest: https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/WqQ4YMqNse

SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A REVIEW WITH YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLE FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A FREE SKILLEST PUTTING LESSON WITH GREG CHALMERS.Arguably the best putter in the PGA Tour, Greg Chalmers joins the pod to discuss his career, how he became such a great putter, tips to improve your own game, and much more.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.Skillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappSign up for Skillest: https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/WqQ4YMqNse*Show Highlights*0:00 Intro1:20 Start2:14 WM Phoenix Open Recap & Thoughts8:20 Super Golf League25:30 First experience on Tour29:50 Putting40:38 Tips for players42:45 Evolution of putting45:25 Best putter Greg has played with

Widely regarded as one of the best coaches in the world, Sean Foley joins Baden and Lu to talk about his career, his unique coaching style, what he learned from working with Tiger Woods, his current endeavor with Lydia Ko, coaching some of the biggest names in golf, his favorite hip hop artists, and more.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.Skillest on social...TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skillestappFacebook: https://facebook.com/skillestappTwitter: https://twitter.com/skillestappInstagram: https://Instagram.com/skillestappSign up for Skillest: https://skillest.com/app/find-coachesJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/WqQ4YMqNse

Back-to-back Bay Hill winner Matt Every joins the podcast to discuss everything from getting his tour card, changing coaches, and his new clothing line.Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.0:00 Start2:00 Meeting David Lutterus6:00 Starting in golf9:38 Getting on Tour14:10 The putter throw story21:00 Wining at Bay Hill & Coaching Change32:25 Challenges3830 LFG Clothing Line

Australia's Coach of the Year Grant Field joins the podcast to break down Cam Smith's record setting -34 performance, analyze his swing, and talk all things coaching. Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.

Baden and Lu are joined by Ryan Ruffels, who could very well be the next best thing to come out of Australia (or technically Orlando, but that's neither here nor there).  Ryan talks about the first time he ever golfed, growing up in a family of athletes, forgoing college to turn pro, changing coaches & his swing, and what's to come in 2022. The guys do a before & after swing analysis of Ryan's changes. Want 20% off a lesson? Use promo code PODCAST at checkout.

Baden and David reflect on 2021 with the topic everyone was talking about: driving distance. The two discuss Bryson's influence on the game, Baden's hate for Rory swing, and what to look for in 2022.

Alex Riggs joins Baden & David to share his journey from Canada down to Florida then eventually to Dubai to coach some of the best golfers around the world. Alex details how Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry slid in his DMs to get golf lessons.Show Highlights1:40 – Recapping Tiger & Charlie Woods at the PNC Championship7:44 – Introduction to Alex Riggs10:25 – Working with Sean Foley15:22 – Dubai17:00 – Coaching average players vs pro players19:18 – Steph Curry DMs Alex25:44 – Steph's swing goals31:00 – Listener questions

The debut episode of The Skillest Podcast! Hosts Baden Schaff & David Lutterus talk through their backgrounds, David's history on the PGA Tour, and Tiger's return.