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Breaking Par
Welcome to Breaking Par, your go-to source for golf improvement, expert tips, and strategic insights to help you elevate your game. Whether you're a beginner mastering the fundamentals, a competitive junior golfer refining your skills, or a weekend warrior looking to break 80, this blog is designed to guide you toward lower scores and a better golf experience.
At Bird of Prey Golf, we believe that every golfer has the potential to break par—not just on the course, but in their personal golf journey. Here, you'll find proven coaching techniques, mental game strategies, equipment insights, and tournament preparation tips from PGA-certified instructor Martin Lucas.
Stay tuned for exclusive training advice, real-world golf lessons, and expert insights to help you play your best golf—every round, every hole, every shot.
20,000+ Lessons Taught—Here’s What They Taught Me
After teaching more than 20,000 golf lessons, PGA instructor Martin Lucas has learned one undeniable truth: there’s no such thing as a perfect swing—only the right approach for each golfer. In this article, he shares the lessons that truly help golfers improve faster, play smarter, and build confidence through clarity, structure, and personalized coaching.
Why Your Golf Swing Doesn’t Need to Be Pretty - Just Effective
A beautiful golf swing might look great on Instagram, but it won’t guarantee lower scores. At Bird of Prey Golf in Raleigh, we focus on building functional swings that hold up under pressure — customized to your body, style, and goals. Learn why performance beats perfection every time.