PETE YUNGEN - PGA PROFESSIONAL
Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club, 2900 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025
E Mail
Yungen@PGA.com
or Phone #650-854-6429
Sharon Heights Photos
Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club is located on the former Sharon Estates. Ground was broken in May 1961 with the first round of play in July of 1962. The golf course has emerged and matured into one of the finest golf challenges in the state. A private club that provides the highest quality experience possible; Sharon Heights is recognized as one of the most outstanding golf and country clubs in the San Francisco Bay area.
I started playing golf at age nine and have dedicated myself to the game of golf. Via playing ability I qualified for the Professional Golfers' Association of America, and was elected to PGA Membership after completing the PGA Golf Professional Training Program. I have worked at Poplar Creek-San Mateo Golf Course, Palo Alto Hills Golf and Country Club and am now at Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club. For their support, and the opportunities they have provided I thank PGA Professionals, Gary Monisteri of Poplar Creek-San Mateo, Jim O'Neal of Palo Alto Hills Golf and Country Club and Jim Knipp of Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club.
For many years now I have taught golf lessons; while helping with Pro Shop management. Using the fundamental laws and principles of golf intertwined with Feldenkrais Awareness techniques helps me help people learn to learn. I am certified as a Feldenkrais Practitioner. The "Feldenkrais Method" teaches us to use our bodies in the most efficient way. I believe the most important element of the game of golf is the use of ourselves. The "secret" is in self awareness; versus a quick tip, a new ball or a miracle club.
We offer individual and group lessons, youth and short game clinics and tournament fun and assistance. In addition, we will help develop movement techniques and actions to rehabilitate players that have been limited by injury or pain.
I LOOK FORWARD TO HELPING YOU WITH YOUR GOLF GAME AND THE USE OF YOURSELF!
**Cobra Staff Member** ++ **Titleist Custom Fitting Professional**
Quote: If you play poorly one day, forget it. If you play poorly the next time out, review your fundamentals of grip, stance, aim and ball position. Most mistakes are made before the club is swung. If you play poorly for a third time in a row, go see your professional. - Harvey Penick
FELDENKRAIS PRACTITIONER
Although golf is not an aerobic sport, it still requires using the whole body. Many golfers have found that the FELDENKRAIS METHOD can improve their game and their enjoyment of the sport. Duffy Waldorf is a PGA Tour winner. He recently commented that: "The FELDENKRAIS Method has allowed me to play pain-free golf, without worrying about injury. It puts me in control of what I want to do by allowing me to get in touch with the 'mind-body' connection. I've re-learned more efficient patterns for playing golf."
"The Feldenkrais Method"(R) is a system of movement education that utilizes the relationship of movement with thinking, feeling and sensing to effect changes in behavior and self image. Developed from a sound understanding of neuromuscular organization, biomechanics and learning processes,"The Feldenkrais Method"(R) provides tools and techniques for learning to integrate thinking with action. Through this synthesis, daily activities as well as creative and athletic endeavors take on qualities of efficiency and grace.
Certified in June 1996 by "The Feldenkrais Guild of North America"(R) and "The International Feldenkrais Federation" after completion of a four year training program at "The Institute for the Study of Somatic Education" in San Francisco, California.
Testimonials:
Pete, I thought your presentation of the "Feldenkrais, Awareness Through Movement" sequence was excellent. The short exercise program you instructed achieved very positive results and I can only imagine what a more intense program can accomplish. I really believe that people can improve their range of motion through this program, and as you know, range of motion is extremely important in the golf swing. I also believe it's essential for people in rehab. I thank you for your helpful and informative presentation. Tommy Thomas - PGA Professional
Pete, Your presentation to our class was truly eye opening. All of these years of playing golf and not once has anything caught my attention and given me a desire to learn more. That said, there must be a plethora of Feldenkrais information to explore and learn. Feldenkrais truly has something to offer to the general population and also, most importantly, to us golfers! David Wiley - PGA Professional
Peter, I wanted to give you some feedback about your Feldenkrais presentation. I believe that incorporating Feldenkrais movements along with traditional teaching methods will help to bring the game to more people and will help others with nagging aches and pains to enjoy golf again. I would definitely be interested in learning more about Feldenkrais and incorporating it into my teaching. David Milkowski - PGA Professional
Golfers! Pete Yungen is a PGA qualified golf pro and a gifted Feldenkrais Teacher. He is a pure pleasure to be around and one always comes away from Pete wiser, calmer and more in touch with oneself. Paul Rubin - Feldenkrais Educational Director
Lessons in "Functional Integration"(R) and "Awareness Through Movement"(R) are used to develop personal training.
For lessons: E mail
Yungen@PGA.com or call at 650-854-6429.
GOLF VACATIONS
PGA Travel is your premier provider of golf travel services worldwide and the offical U.S. distributor of Ryder Cup travel packages. PGA Travel is recognized as a leader in arranging quality golf vacations worldwide by providing the perfect combination of accomodations, transportation arrangements, golf and other activities. Packages available to Scotland, Ireland, England, Wales, Spain, Portugal, Ryder Cups, Special Events and PGA Village.
Organize a group of 7 amateurs or more with me to visit the PGA Village in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Package Inclusions: 3 nights accommodations in a Villa, Unlimited use of the PGA Learning Center, Breakfast daily, Welcome Dinner, 3 rounds of golf including cart, Minivan throughout stay and PGA Village gift package - $ 749.00 per person-
Organize a group with me to visit International Golf destinations. Stay in first class accommodations and play golf at St. Andrews Old, St. Andrews New, Royal Troon, Ballybunion, Royal County Down and more - prices as low as $1350.00 per golfer for 7 days in Ireland.
E mail Yungen@PGA.com or call at 650-854-6429.
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