Operation 36 Coach Certification
Shift from an 8-Week Mindset to a Long-Term Development Model for Lasting Student Progress.
See the Impact of Long-Term Coaching in Action
The Operation 36 Level 2 Certification walks you through a 9-year case study following a beginner golfer’s journey to becoming a D1 collegiate player. Learn the proven long-term development strategies that turn beginners into lifelong golfers—and transform the way you run your academy. This course goes beyond coaching techniques—it dives deep into tracking progress with the Op 36 app, helping you use data-driven insights to guide students on their long-term development journey. Learn how to create a structured academy that keeps players engaged, motivated, and improving year after year.
Why should you attend?
Develop a Comprehensive Understanding of Long Term Player Development
Master the Art of Gamification - Learn the 8 core human drives
Refine Your Coaching Techniques with Data
Gain insights into what works, what doesn't, and how to apply these lessons to your own coaching from multiple case studies
Elevate your coaching by surrounding yourself with like-minded professionals striving for excellence
What Will I Learn?
Build and Scale a Thriving Long-Term Academy
From Program to Academy
Transition from short-term programs to a sustainable, structured long-term academy. Now that you’ve mastered running an 8-week Op 36 program, Level 2 will equip you with the tools to build and sustain a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, and 10+-year academy.
Offerings for All Ages & Skill Levels
Create pathways that keep students engaged from beginners to advanced players.
Track Progress, Drive Improvement, Build Retention
Learn how the Op 36 Technology is designed to track and analyze each golfer’s progress overtime. Build a culture of improvement to enhance retention by using strategies that foster continuous improvement and achievement in your golfers.
Master the Op 36 Curriculum & Gamification Techniques
Deep dive into the 6-Level Curriculum
Walk step by step with expert trainers through each level of the Op 36 curriculum, gaining hands-on experience in creating engaging and structured classroom environments.
Learn the 8 Core Human Drives
Ever wonder why kids are so addicted to video games? The secret lies in game mechanics that tap into fundamental human motivations. In this course, you’ll explore the 8 Core Human Drives and learn how to apply them to create a highly engaging learning environment. By leveraging these psychological principles, you’ll be able to increase student motivation, retention, and long-term progress in your coaching programs.
Apply the 8 Core Human Drives
Take what you’ve learned and put it into action in a live workshop with expert trainers. Through hands-on exercises and real-time feedback, you’ll practice applying game mechanics and the 8 Core Human Drives to create an engaging learning environment. This interactive session ensures you leave with practical strategies you can immediately implement in your coaching.
Leverage Technology to Motivate & Track Student Progress
Leverage Reports to gain Data-Driven Insights
Use the Player Journey Report, Junior Development Report, and Facility Impact Report to track progress, measure success, and make informed coaching decisions. These reports provide valuable data to help you optimize player development, improve retention, and showcase the impact of your academy.
Use Technology to Track and Assess Student Progress
Ensure students are on the right development path with curriculum testing and progress tracking through the Op 36 platform. Learn how to assess skills effectively, measure improvement over time, and use data to guide students toward their next milestone. By leveraging technology, you’ll create a structured, transparent progression system that keeps students engaged and motivated.
Guiding Players Through Their Journey
Managing expectations and progression is key to keeping students and parents engaged. Learn how to set clear milestones, celebrate achievements, and communicate progress effectively. By using structured coaching methods and the Op 36 app, you’ll create a transparent, motivating path for long-term success.
Enhance Player & Parent Engagement for Long-Term Retention
Learn how to manage groups of kids and to organize by skill / age
Juniors develop at different rates. Managing developmental ages and skills can be challenging if you don't setup your schedule with the right framework. We will teach you exactly how to get started and scale to teaching multiple ages and skill levels.
Learn how to show your juniors if they are on track with their long-term goals.
The Operation 36 Junior Golf Development Model equips coaches with a powerful tool to track progress and set clear expectations for juniors and their parents. Learn how to use real data from over 180,000 golfers worldwide to guide development and keep players engaged in their journey.
Learn our best techniques for incorporating and educating parents
When running a junior program you can't avoid educating and involving parents. Learn the tools, tips, and techniques to clearly set expectations on how they can positively be a part of their golfers journey.
The Agenda
Get Comfortable Coaching in Groups While Learning How to Build a Successful Business
Day 01 - Building Engagement Through Play
Teaching Group Classes + Getting Beginners On-Course
- 9:00 AM - Opening - "9 Year Op 36 Journey"
- 10:00 AM - Live Simulation Playing 9 Holes with Op 36 Model
- 12:00 PM - Lunch
- 1:00 PM - 8 Core Drives of Motivation - "Gamification"
- 2:00 PM - Game Mechanics
- 3:00 PM - Game Design
- 4:00 PM - Training Environment Workshop
- 5:00 PM - Recap of the Day & Dinner
- 10:00 AM - Live Simulation Playing 9 Holes with Op 36 Model
- 12:00 PM - Lunch
- 1:00 PM - 8 Core Drives of Motivation - "Gamification"
- 2:00 PM - Game Mechanics
- 3:00 PM - Game Design
- 4:00 PM - Training Environment Workshop
- 5:00 PM - Recap of the Day & Dinner
Day 02 - Teach, Adapt, Lead
Teaching Group Classes + Getting Beginners On-Course
- 9:00 AM - Reflection of Day 01
- 9:30 AM - 7 Golf Skills
- 10:00 AM - Skill Roulette: Can You Teach It?
- 11:30 AM - Group Presentations
- 12:00 PM - Lunch
- 1:00 PM - Coach in Action: Live Training & Feedback
- 5:00 PM - Recap of Level 2 Training
- 9:30 AM - 7 Golf Skills
- 10:00 AM - Skill Roulette: Can You Teach It?
- 11:30 AM - Group Presentations
- 12:00 PM - Lunch
- 1:00 PM - Coach in Action: Live Training & Feedback
- 5:00 PM - Recap of Level 2 Training
What Coaches Are Saying
After attending the Level 1 Certification, I feel confident in executing 9 hole events and engaging academy classes at my club. It was also great to see the complete lifecycle of a student going through the program and the many milestones the app provides to keep the student motivated and engaged throughout their golf journey. What a great two days.
Level 1 Certification Attendee
(North Carolina, February 2024)
The Op36 Level 1 training has better prepared me for growing our club Jr. Program and Adult Ladies Program. The hands-on and in-person experiences were well worth the expense. Our club has offered Op 36 for the last 4 years, I feel this class/certification allows me to roll out a "New and Improved" Operation 36 Program this year.
Level 1 Certification Attendee
(Texas, March 2024)
Certification Instructors
Each Event is led by a team of Golf Professional who are on staff at Operation 36 HQ. These pros have ran the program successfully and have helped 1000's of Golf Pros execute successful programs.
Ryan Dailey, PGA
Co-Founder, Operation 36
Matt Reagan, PGA
Co-Founder, Operation 36
Seth Thompson, PGA
Program Advisor, Operation 36 Golf
Michael Brooks, PGA
Program Advisor, Operation 36 Golf
Certification Locations & Schedule
Port Royal Golf Course| Southampton, Bermuda
Monday February 3rd & 4th 2025
Completed
In Network
Active Op 36 Program Location
Includes both days of training, continental breakfast & a lunch
14 PDR Approved Credits for PGA Professionals
14 PDR Approved Credits for PGA Professionals
$499
Out of Network
Not at an Active Op 36 Program Location
Includes both days of training, continental breakfast & a lunch
14 PDR Approved Credits for PGA Professionals
14 PDR Approved Credits for PGA Professionals
$999
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