Golf excellence requiresa
customized instruction plan that meets the needs, desires and goals of
each student. We help you find the best source of power for your swing,
and help you create a swing motion that best complements your style
without major changes.
Evaluate your
fitness level, golf swing, short game and equipment
Isolate areas
of improvement
Understand the
basic laws of force and motion that apply to your golf stroke
Learn how to
produce consistent, powerful results
Build your
ideal swing through specific learning techniques that teach cause and
effect
Reach your
full potential and enjoy your golf more
We utilize TPI fitness
screenings, digital video technology, ball flight analysis, High speed digital motion analysis, state-of-the-art equipment fitting technology and golf specific
fitness programs to make you a better
player.
Purchase downloadable gift certificates online at our e-commerce site.
NEW INDOOR FACILITY We are pleased to announce an additional location in Midtown. We can now provide indoor instruction as well as golf specific fitness programs at Xfit located at 28 West 27th St. Please call for more information or to make an appointment.
Rick Nielsen, PGA, G.S.E.M.,Head Professional
Rick has been the Head Professional at Randalls Island Golf Center since 1998 and is the co-founder of the East River Golf School. Previously, Rick was the Head Professional at Smithtown Landing CC on Long Island. Rick is a Class "A" PGA Professional with over 25 years of experience. He is an authorized instructor of The Golfing Machine and one of only 62 worldwide with the designation, Master in Golf Stroke Engineering (G.S.E.M.).
During his career, Rick has coached many professionals, men, women and juniors to championship levels. Rick has produced two instructional DVD's, Power Golf DynamicsandShrink Your Scorefeaturing Dr. Phil Lee, renowned Sports Psychologist. Rick is a frequent speaker for both professional and amateur organizations and has also hosted his own radio show, GolfTalk. Rick has written articles for numerous golf publicationsand has sat on the Metropolitan PGA Board of Directors.
Rick is a Certified Pilates Instructor, receiving his training from Core Pilates NYC, the premiere Pilates instruction studio in the country. He is the founder of Power Golf Pilates, a unique Golf-Pilates based exercise program. Rick is also a Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Certified Professional Fitness Instructor. Rick utilizes methods and techniques originally published in The Golfing Machine by Homer Kelley. He is a certified Golf Stroke Engineer Master.
Private Instruction
We offer private instruction for any skill level from beginner through advanced. All lessons include high speed digital video, equipment evaluation, range balls during lesson, and clubs if needed.
All private lesson students can receive a video review sent to them via email.
All packages must be completed within 4 months of purchase.
Instruction payments should be made directly to the instructor (all major credit cards, checks and cash accepted)
For more information about lessons or gift certificates please call 631.428.4653.
Rick Nielsen, PGA, G.S.E.M., Head Professional, Randalls Island Golf Center, One Randalls Island, New York, NY 10035 Contact us at 631.428.4653 orlessons@ricknielsengolf.com
