SMART Golf & Fitness Instruction

10/11/2026

Video is a powerful tool, but only if you know what to look for (and what to completely ignore). Stop guessing, stop over-analyzing every frame, and start using video to make real, lasting progress. 📈🎯

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For years, golfers have attempted to “see” their swing with their smartphone while filming some shots on the driving range. And although there are more video […]

10/10/2026

Since joining SMART in March 2026, Tim has put on an absolute masterclass in what happens when dedication meets a structured, data-driven development plan!

The physical, technical, and trackman numbers speak for themselves:
⚡️ Driver Ball Speed: +30 mph (130 mph ➔ 160 mph)
🎯 7-Iron Carry Distance: +35 yards (130 yards ➔ 165 yards)
🏆 On-Course Scoring: Never broke 100 before joining ➔ Posted an 86 in his very first round of the season!

Tim’s commitment to the process, willingness to embrace physical changes in the gym working with Chris, and focus in the hitting bays working with Mark have completely transformed his game in just a few short months.

Huge congratulations, Tim! This is just the beginning of what’s ahead. 👏🏌️‍♂️

👉 Ready to build your own success story? Tap the link in our bio to book your initial assessment at Lincoln Park, Lombard, or Northbrook!

10/07/2026

When local courses shut down for the season, 90% of golfers pack their clubs away—and end up spending all of next spring shaking off rust and fighting the exact same swing flaws.

The offseason isn't downtime. It's development time.

In our latest blog post, Winter Is Coming: Why the Offseason Is When Champion Golfers Are Made, we break down how to use the winter months to rebuild your physical engine, dial in your Trackman metrics, and add real clubhead speed before spring arrives.

👉 Ready to stop guessing and start building your 2027 game? Tap the link below to read the full blog post!

10/06/2026

Meet October’s Supplement of the Month: 1st Phorm Energy Drinks in Silver Lightning!

Silver Lightning delivers premium performance with zero guilt if you're gearing up for a heavy gym session, dialing in your swing in the bays, or powering through a busy workday.

Why we’re stocking it in our clubhouses:
🍵 Natural Caffeine: Sourced from green tea for smooth, sustained power.
🧠 Laser Focus: Stacked with NeuroFactor™ and N-Acetyl L-Tyrosine to keep your mind sharp on and off the course.
💦 Hydration + B Vitamins: Key electrolytes to keep your cellular energy high through every rep.
🚫 0g Sugar: Delicious, crisp flavor with zero crash.

10/04/2026

Curious about what makes SMART Golf & Fitness Instruction different? 🤔 Our blog explains it all! Check it out to learn more.

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SMART Golf & Fitness Instruction is unlike anything you have ever seen before. Our instructors do not subscribe to the “one size fit all” approach. Instead, […]

10/02/2026

Huge shoutout to our Northbrook fitness coach Nick Starkey for putting on an absolute clinic in strength, power, and athletic output!

Crossing off a personal record isn’t just about the heavy metal—it’s about the weeks, months, and years of disciplined work behind the scenes:

💥 505lb Deadlift: Obliterating his previous PR and setting a new high mark for maximum ground force production.

💣 Medicine Ball Throws & Seated Box Jumps: Converting raw strength into explosive rotational speed and vertical power.

💪 Dumbbell Curls: Keeping the upper body durable, balanced, and ready for work.

At SMART, our coaches don’t just talk about high performance—they live it every day.

Drop a 🔥 in the comments to congratulate Nick on pulling 505!

10/01/2026

10 YEARS. 204 PARTICIPANTS. ONE UNFORGETTABLE TRIP TO IRELAND. 🇮🇪⛳️

What started a decade ago as a 16-person trip to Northern Michigan has officially reached its highest peak yet: 5 days traversing the dramatic coastlines, wind-swept fairways, and hidden gem links of Northern Ireland for the 10th Annual SMARTCUP!

From jaw-dropping views at the sleeper hit course Ardglass, to post-round pints of Guinness, to a tournament that came down to the absolute last putt on the 18th green—this milestone trip captured everything our community was built on.

We sat down with our founders, Tommy and Joe, alongside team members Kyle, Marissa, and Nick to get their raw, unfiltered takes on:

🌊 Why Ardglass was a favorite course among the group

🏆 Founders’ reflections on growing the SMARTCUP over 10 years

☘️ The unsung MVPs who clinched the winning points under pressure

🌦️ What it really takes to battle authentic Irish links terrain

"Spectacular. Breathtaking. Unreal."

👉 Ready to read the full recap and see why this trip was one for the history books? Visit the website to read the blog post now!

10/01/2026

Registration is officially open for the Winter Series League at Northbrook, our season-long Order of Merit competition hosted inside our state-of-the-art Trackman bays!

Don't let your game go cold this off-season. Grab a partner and get ready for 8 total rounds of high-stakes indoor Match Play, complete with weekly food, drinks, and a tour-level competitive atmosphere.

League Snapshot:
🏆 Format: 2-Person Best Ball | Season-Long Order of Merit
📅 Schedule: Thursday nights starting October 22nd (register by Oct 15th)
⛳️ Matches: 8 rounds guaranteed (2 seeding/handicap matches + 6 regular-season rounds)
🍺 Perks: Weekly food and drinks provided
👥 Field Size: Limited strictly to 16 teams of 2
💰 Pricing: $200 per person ($400 per team)

How to Enter:
Sign up with a partner for $400/team, or register as a single ($200) and we’ll pair you up with another player to complete the field!

👉 Spots are capped at 16 teams and will fill quickly! Email Drayton at [email protected] or tap the link in our bio to register before October 15th!

09/29/2026

Registration is officially open for our Junior Development Program at the Lincoln Park Clubhouse, launching November 2nd!

Designed specifically for middle school and early high school athletes, this program creates a consistent, high-energy environment focused on athletic progression, movement quality, and long-term skill development.

📅 Flexible Training Built Around Your Athlete: We know every young athlete has different goals. That’s why our program offers flexible options across golf instruction and strength/conditioning.

🏋️‍♂️ Comprehensive Fitness Focus: Building foundational strength, mobility, explosive power, coordination, and athletic durability to help young athletes move and perform better—both on and off the course.

⛳️ Integrated Golf Instruction: Applying physical gains directly to swing mechanics, ball-striking, and Trackman-backed performance metrics.

⚡️ Fitness-Only Option Available: Athletes looking solely to improve overall athletic movement can enroll strictly in the strength and mobility path!

Program Options & Investment:
🎯 Golf + Fitness Combo ($420/month): 1 Golf Group Session + 1 Fitness Group Session per week

💪 Fitness-Only ($210/month): 1 Fitness Group Session per week

Already working 1-on-1 with our coaching team? This group program is the perfect way to add an extra weekly training session, with additional group sessions available for just $50/hour!

👉 Spots are limited to ensure quality coaching ratios. Visit our website to learn more and reserve your junior athlete’s spot today!

09/29/2026

“One of the best decisions we’ve made for his golf development.” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

From local Junior League play to complete athletic development, watching young golfers grow in confidence, strength, and skill is what it’s all about.

Huge shoutout to coaches Brandon, Eric, Drew, and the rest of our Lombard team for building a high-energy environment where junior athletes actually want to put in the work! 🏋️‍♂️⛳️

Here at SMART, our junior programs are built to help young players reach their full potential.

👉 Ready to give your junior golfer a competitive edge? Tap the link in our bio to learn more about our Junior Golf & Fitness Training Programs at SMART!

09/27/2026

Transform your golf game from the inside out! 💯 Learn how to cultivate a growth mindset and achieve new levels of success in our blog.

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“Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.” – Henry Ford This quote by Henry Ford perfectly sums up how important the right […]

09/26/2026

Transform your game with precision! 🎯 Discover the power of the Initial SMART Assessment and eliminate guesswork in our latest blog.

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Why the SMART Golf & Fitness Initial Assessment is Necessary Proper initial assessment and evaluation is critical in most lines of work. What would you think […]