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Training Modules

Marks Online Training Modules will allow you to take a complete online learning journey. Whether you're just starting, or a regular golfer, Mark's module-based learning will teach you everything you need to know.

Best of all, Mark will be available and contactable for Online Learning Students so you can ask questions and receive direct feedback from Coach Mark directly.

Each module will cover several topics in depth to help you become a master of that element of the game!

Check out all the available modules below.

Module #1 The secrets and building your swing

Module #1 introduces the key foundations of Mark Auhl’s coaching philosophy and provides a clear understanding of how a powerful and reliable golf swing is built from the ground up.

Topics covered include:

  1. Introduction to the Auhl coaching method
  2. Understanding technique development
  3. Identifying cause and effect within your swing
  4. Building a consistent and reliable swing motion
  5. Developing effective movement patterns for putting

This module forms the foundation of the entire coaching program and is designed to help golfers at all levels improve their understanding of how the swing works. The content is delivered through structured online lessons that you can review at your own pace.


Module #2 Secondary Factors and Pre-Shot Routine

Learn how secondary setup factors and a consistent pre-shot routine improve swing reliability and on-course performance.

Module #2 focuses on the key secondary elements that influence the quality and consistency of your golf swing. While the primary movements create the foundation, these setup details and preparation habits play a critical role in producing reliable results.

Topics covered include:

  1. Distance from the ball
  2. Level of the swing
  3. Hand positioning
  4. Ball position
  5. Developing a consistent pre-shot routine

This module helps golfers refine the details that support a more consistent swing and better performance on the course. The lessons are delivered in structured video format so you can learn and review the material at your own pace.


Module #3 Controlling the Ball

Learn how to control ball flight by understanding distance, accuracy, rotation, and the key mechanics behind effective ball striking.

Module #3 focuses on developing better control over the golf ball by understanding the key factors that influence ball flight and shot outcomes. This module helps golfers learn how different swing elements affect distance, accuracy, and consistency.

Topics covered include:

  1. Distance or accuracy control
  2. Watching the ball effectively through impact
  3. Speed of rotation within the swing
  4. Understanding angle of attack
  5. Executing tee shots with the driver

This module helps golfers improve their ability to manage ball flight and produce more consistent results on the course. The lessons are delivered in structured online format so you can learn and review the material at your own pace.


Module #4 Practicing like a Golf Professional

Learn how to practice more effectively using structured methods that improve performance, consistency, and results on the course.

Module #4 focuses on how to structure your practice sessions so they produce real improvement. Rather than simply hitting balls, this module teaches you how to practice with purpose, using proven methods that professional golfers apply to develop their skills.

Topics covered include:

  1. Practicing properly with a clear purpose
  2. Using the test, practice, retest method
  3. Understanding the size of the target during practice
  4. Setting and measuring standards of performance

This module helps golfers develop smarter practice habits that lead to lasting improvement. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and apply at your own pace.


Module #5 Putting

Learn the fundamentals of effective putting, including technique, green reading, and the key factors that influence distance and accuracy on the greens.

Module #5 focuses on the essential skills required to become a more confident and consistent putter. This module explores the technical elements of the putting stroke as well as the key factors that influence how the ball rolls on the green.

Topics covered include:

  1. Putting fundamentals
  2. Secondary factors affecting the putting stroke
  3. Wrist action during putting
  4. Watching the ball correctly through impact
  5. Controlling the length of the putting stroke
  6. Reading the green effectively
  7. Understanding the speed of greens
  8. Using alignment aids to improve accuracy

This module helps golfers develop better control and confidence on the greens. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and practice at your own pace.


Module #6 Putting Practice

Develop practical putting drills and games that improve consistency, accuracy, and scoring performance on the greens.

Module #6 focuses on practical putting drills and structured practice methods designed to improve consistency and confidence on the greens. This module introduces simple but effective games and exercises that help golfers sharpen their distance control, accuracy, and scoring ability.

Topics covered include:

  1. Putting games using two tees
  2. The 1-meter circle drill
  3. The 1-putt zone concept
  4. Practicing from multiple directions (north, south, east, west)
  5. Tracking performance through scoring drills

This module helps golfers turn putting practice into a structured and productive routine that leads to improved results during play. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and apply at your own pace.


Module #7 Chipping

Learn effective chipping techniques and practice drills to improve distance control, accuracy, and scoring around the greens.

Module #7 focuses on developing a reliable chipping technique and improving control around the greens. This module teaches the key fundamentals of chipping and introduces structured practice drills that help golfers improve touch, consistency, and scoring performance.

Topics covered include:

  1. Chipping technique fundamentals
  2. Understanding standard landing distance
  3. Distance control using the ladder drill
  4. Managing landing versus roll of the ball
  5. Measuring distances and playing to target circles
  6. The par-2 chipping game for scoring practice
  7. Developing a consistent pre-shot routine

This module helps golfers build stronger short-game skills and improve their ability to save shots around the green. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and practice at your own pace.


Module #8 Pitching

Learn the fundamentals of pitching, including technique, distance control, and how body movement influences the quality of your shots

Module #8 focuses on developing a solid pitching technique and improving control over distance and trajectory. This module explains how body movement and swing mechanics influence the quality and consistency of pitching shots.

Topics covered include:

  1. Pitching technique fundamentals
  2. Pitching distance control
  3. Establishing a consistent pre-shot routine
  4. Using the body to control the amount of swing
  5. Using body rotation to control speed
  6. Managing the angle of attack for better contact

This module helps golfers build confidence and control when playing pitching shots. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and practice at your own pace.


Module #9 Pitching Practice Games and Advanced Concepts

Learn advanced pitching techniques and practice games designed to improve creativity, scoring ability, and shot control around the greens.

Module #9 builds on the pitching fundamentals covered previously and introduces advanced concepts along with structured practice games. This module focuses on helping golfers refine their pitching skills through drills that simulate real on-course situations.

Topics covered include:

  1. Passing the previous ball for progressive practice
  2. Scoring-based pitching practice drills
  3. Opening the clubface for different shot types
  4. Playing pitch shots from a divot

This module helps golfers develop greater versatility and confidence when playing advanced pitching shots. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and practice at your own pace.


Module #10 Bunkers

Learn the proper bunker technique and practice methods to improve consistency and confidence when playing from sand.

Module #10 focuses on developing the correct fundamentals and approach for playing bunker shots. This module explains how swing technique, setup, and sand interaction affect the outcome of shots from the bunker.

Topics covered include:

  1. Bunker technique fundamentals
  2. Structured bunker practice drills
  3. Standard swing and playing to target circles
  4. Secondary setup factors and pre-shot routine
  5. Managing the amount of sand and length of the divot

This module helps golfers gain confidence and consistency when playing bunker shots. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and apply at your own pace.


Module #11 Myths and Advanced Concepts in Bunkers

Learn the advanced bunker concepts that improve scoring while correcting common misconceptions about playing from sand.

Module #11 focuses on advanced bunker play and addresses common myths that often lead to inconsistent results. This module helps golfers better understand how different bunker conditions affect technique and shot selection.

Topics covered include:

  1. Common myths about bunker play
  2. Opening the clubface for different bunker shots
  3. Playing from difficult bunker lies
  4. Strategies for scoring from bunkers

This module helps golfers build a deeper understanding of bunker play and develop the skills needed to handle more challenging situations around the greens. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and apply at your own pace.


Module #12 Full Swings

Learn the key elements of the full golf swing and how to develop better control, shot shaping, and consistency.

Module #12 focuses on developing a complete and reliable full swing. This module brings together the fundamentals learned throughout the program and applies them to longer shots and full swing mechanics.

Topics covered include:

  1. Full swing technique fundamentals
  2. Secondary setup factors and pre-shot routine
  3. Tee shots and driver fundamentals
  4. Practice games for improving full swing performance
  5. Shot shaping techniques
  6. Controlling ball height and trajectory

This module helps golfers develop a stronger and more consistent full swing for better performance on the course. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and practice at your own pace.


Module #13 Course Management

Learn how to think strategically on the course by making smarter decisions about targets, hazards, and club selection.

Module #13 focuses on the strategic side of golf—how to manage the course effectively to improve scoring. This module teaches golfers how to plan each hole, make smarter decisions, and avoid unnecessary risks that lead to higher scores.

Topics covered include:

  1. Principles of effective course management
  2. Working from the green backwards when planning shots
  3. Applying the “7 out of 10” rule for decision making
  4. Using scorecards to evaluate performance
  5. Understanding that golf strategy often moves in a “zig-zag” pattern
  6. Managing the position of hazards
  7. Reading and understanding green complexes
  8. Making smarter club selections
  9. Choosing the right clubs around the green

This module helps golfers develop better decision-making skills and a smarter approach to playing the course. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and apply during your rounds.


Module #14 Scoring

Learn practical strategies to improve scoring by analyzing your rounds, preparing effectively, and focusing on consistent performance.

Module #14 focuses on improving overall scoring by helping golfers understand how to prepare for a round, analyze their performance, and identify the key factors that influence lower scores.

Topics covered include:

  1. Scoring strategies and approach shots to the green
  2. Effective warm-up routines before a round
  3. Round analysis by tracking the number of good swings
  4. Evaluating performance through par-3 scoring
  5. Practical methods for improving overall scoring

This module helps golfers build a clearer understanding of how to manage their rounds and make the adjustments needed to consistently score better. The lessons are delivered through structured online content that you can review and apply at your own pace.