Scientific research has suggested that it takes approximately 10 years or 10,000 hours of training for an athlete to reach an international elite level of competitiveness within their sporting code. This is supported by "The Path to Excellence," which provides a comprehensive view of the development of United States Olympians who competed between 1984 and 1998. Most Olympians reported a 12 to 13-year period of talent development from their introduction to the sport to making an Olympic team. For golf, the most recent PGA Tour statistics suggest that this number is closer to 20 years.

Phases within our programmes at TuksGolf include:

• Learn to Play
• Train to Play
• Learn to Compete
• Train to Compete
• Train to Excel

IMPORTANT NOTE: All club members will need to undergo two individual assessments; the outcome of these will however determine the phase where the athlete will be serviced from the 'Path to Excellence' perspective.