Play More Confident, Consistent Golf
Without Rebuilding Your Swing
Play Better with the Game You Have Now with Insights Most Players Never Learn
In this short video, I share an invaluable lesson Mr. Nicklaus taught me that I've used every round since... just one example of what the program is all about.
'On-Course with Jim Sowerwine'
10 Short, Practical On-Course Video Lessons To Help You Score Better Right Away
No Swing Changes. No Technical Jargon. Just Practical Insights To Improve The Game You Have Now.
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10 essential on-course lessons, including insights learned directly from some of golf’s greatest players and coaches.
Jim Sowerwine, PGA
As Featured in:
'Golf Illustrated' Magazine
Ever walked off the 18th green thinking, “I know I’m capable of better”?
You’re not alone. Maybe you warm up great but can’t bring it to the course, or you string a few good holes together, only to have a couple of blow-up holes ruin an otherwise solid round.
After decades of coaching, I’ve learned that most players’ inconsistency is not just about their swing. It comes from failing to make simple pre-swing adjustments, attempting shots they cannot hit consistently, and not managing their strengths and weaknesses well. These mistakes lead to unnecessary mishits, big numbers, and rounds that get away from them. Most golfers have never been shown how to manage the course or how to get more out of whatever game shows up for them that day.
That’s what this program teaches:
On-course insights and simple adjustments the best players instinctively factor throughout every round.
Once you start applying them, those “where did that shot come from?” moments start happening a lot less often.
Who Taught Me and How These Lessons Will Help You Play Better Today
I grew up with the Nicklaus family and was just five years old the first time I played golf with Mr. Nicklaus. I was extremely fortunate to spend time with him and his family both on and off the course.
On the course, I always paid attention to how he approached the game, how he thought his way around the course, and how he prepared and practiced. I learned on-course insights that very few players ever get the opportunity to see or hear.
With Mr. Nicklaus (Pebble Beach,18th Green)
Over the years, I’ve taken those lessons and applied them while coaching my players. This program is built around those same principles, simplified, explained, and demonstrated so you can apply them to your own game and start playing better right away. I was also fortunate to learn from several of the game’s great players and coaches, including Jack Grout, Gardner Dickinson, Davis Love II, Bob Toski, Jim Flick, Rick Smith, Martin Hall, Mike Malaska, and Henry Young.
What I share in this program is not about swing mechanics. It is about the on-course lessons, mindset, tips, and strategies these players and coaches passed along to me, combined with my 45+ years of competitive play and coaching experience. Together, they will help you start playing and scoring better with the game you have now.
On-set with Mr. Nicklaus and Al Trautwig
Mr. Nicklaus endorsing my swing trainer (2003)
The Curriculum: On-Course Insights to Improve Your Game Now
“Measuring Out”
A detailed explanation and demonstration of how Mr. Nicklaus determined where to place his hands on the grip for every shot. He referred to this as measuring out, a more precise approach than simply choking down. This simple pre-swing adjustment is one of the primary reasons most recreational players mishit shots throughout the round.
Play to “YOUR” Strengths and Avoid “YOUR” Weaknesses
Learn how to build your course management strategy around the shots and distances you’re most comfortable with, while avoiding those that consistently lead to big numbers. This simple shift in mindset will help you score better right away.
Behind the Shot
Learn why three simple pre-swing adjustments are necessary to hit quality shots from common lies and conditions you face during a round. These adjustments are easy to apply once you’re aware of them.
On-Course Adjustments When Your Ball Is Slicing
Out on the course is not the time to try new swing thoughts when your ball striking starts to break down. Better players simply make minor pre-swing adjustments during a round to straighten out their ball flight. You’ll learn simple on-course adjustments you can use when your ball is cutting too much.
About This Program:
This is not a swing-change program. It’s built on practical on-course insights I learned from my personal coaches and mentors, combined with more than 45 years of competitive play and coaching experience.
'On-Course with Jim Sowerwine'
What You Get:
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On-Course Strategy and Decision Making
Practical insights you can apply during a round to better manage your game and get more out of the game that shows up for you that day.
- 10 Short, On-Course Lessons
Practical videos designed to help you play better with the game you have right now.
Watch Anytime, Anywhere
Access your video library from desktop, tablet, or mobile, at your own pace, anytime you’d like.
From a player who's used the program
“Highly recommend this program. It helped my game immediately, and I just had one of my best rounds in years.”
- Perry
What These Insights Can Do for You and Your Game
A More Consistent Game
Learn how to make simple, on-course adjustments when things start to slip, so you can manage your game more effectively throughout the round.
Lower Scores with the Swing You Have Now
Apply proven on-course insights to make better decisions and avoid the mistakes that quietly add strokes, without changing your swing.
More Confidence
on the Course
When you learn to make smarter decisions and the necessary adjustments throughout a round, you’ll play your game with more confidence.
Proof in Action:
John Werner
Men's Club Champion
Debbie Capozzi
Ladies Club Champion
Sharon Masterson
Ladies Senior Club Champion
Mike Capozzi
Men's Super Senior Club Champion
Testimonials
Real Results from Golfers at Every Level
From tour professionals to everyday players, these are just a few of the golfers who’ve benefited from Jim’s approach.
Tour Professionals
I worked with Jim on my game for 3 years, while I was a member of both the PGA and Nationwide Tours. Jim was an accomplished player prior to teaching so he understands the game from a player’s perspective. He knows that playing golf is different than playing ‘golf swing’. Having been a player himself, he’s able to effectively demonstrate what he’s teaching. Many times, it was easier to “see” what he wanted me to do by watching him illustrate with his own swing.
Jim also has the unique ability to keep difficult motions simple and easy to implement. This was not only apparent to me and other tour players who worked with him, but I watched him work equally effective with high handicappers… an ability not often found with other teachers.
-Ryan Howison
14 Year member with the PGA Tour
3 Time Nationwide Tour Champion
Former collegiate baseball player Jim helped transition to professional golfer
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I have known Jim Sowerwine for about 16 years while he has been at various levels of instruction. After knowing him for a very short while, I decided to have him look at my swing. To me, there is no one more knowledgeable about technique and mechanics than Jim. He was very good at conveying his message in a way I could relate to, which is a special quality in a teacher. Even after I retired from the tour, he helped me keep my game in shape. He is a great coach and I highly recommend him to help you with your golf swing needs.
Good Golfing,
Mark Lye
PGA Tour player for 18 years
Golf Channel analyst for 17 years
Everyday Golfers
In their own words.
I live in NY, so I’m only able to meet with Jim a few times a year. When I first started working with Jim, I struggled to break 90 but now I’m breaking 80 on a regular basis. I really like Jim’s approach for helping me improve. We spend quite a bit of time out on the course. Not only does this help us identify my weaknesses so we can prioritize what to work on, but Jim’s insights on the course are off the charts. He’s taught me how to better manage my game and course conditions. I really can’t say enough good things about Jim and the things he’s taught me. If you’d like to improve your game, I highly recommend spending some time with him.
- Debbie Capozzi
Jim, I cannot find the words to express my gratitude. Your guidance has helped me beyond all expectations. A month ago, I was struggling to break 100. Saturday, I came within 2 strokes of breaking 80. THANK YOU!!!!
- John McDowell
I had a series of lessons with Jim. My mind was overloaded with swing thoughts to the point it was not enjoyable to play. Jim simplified my approach to the game by focusing on results rather than mechanics. My scores have improved and more importantly I am enjoying the game for the first time in many years. Thanks Jim.
- John E.
I started taking lessons from Jim after I fully retired. What impressed me about Jim was not only his ability to see the mechanical problems with my swing but his manner of putting the fixes in words, visuals, and feelings I could understand and relate to. I’ve taken a number of lessons over the years, some from the best instructors out there. Jim’s simple explanations and demonstrations of the corrections I needed to make to my swing have allowed me, after following his advice, to go from around a 15 handicap to a currently trending 9 in a relatively short amount of time. At age 70 I think that’s simply amazing, and I give much of the credit to Jim for making that possible.
- Jim Beltrame
I started playing golf later in life and took lessons from a few instructors to get me on the right path. Jim has been by far the most impactful coach I have had. He addressed every aspect of the game, from tee box to green. He incorporates your body type and natural abilities and tailors that into a swing style that fits you. He has also shown me how to manage my tendencies on the course. Couple all that with his patience and pleasant demeanor provides for a very positive learning experience.
- Kevin Quinn
