GolfPass Video Series

Rory McIlroy × Operation 36

Lauren Thompson is joined by Rory McIlroy to explore the Operation 36 level program — showing how it introduces new golfers to the game in a more approachable way.

Watch the Series

About the Series

This exclusive GolfPass video series follows Rory McIlroy as he experiences the Operation 36 program firsthand. Across multiple episodes, Rory plays each level alongside beginners, shares professional tips, and demonstrates why the progressive system works for golfers of all ages and skill levels.

Watch the Episodes

Video 1

Level 1

25 Yard Holes

Lauren Thompson is joined by Rory McIlroy to detail the Operation 36 level program that introduces new golfers to the game in a more approachable way. Then they are joined by Maya Gaudin, a Drive, Chip and Putt champion, to try out Level 1 and provide a few tips for pitch shots in the process.

Video 2

Level 3

100 Yard Holes

Lauren Thompson and Rory McIlroy break down Level 3 of Operation 36, which starts every hole 100 yards from the pin. Rory talks about his strategy on 100-yard shots and then partakes in a friendly challenge.

Video 3

Level 5

200 Yard Holes

The fifth level takes you back to 200 yards each hole. Rory McIlroy and Lauren Thompson talk about the strategies from this distance given your skill level and then take part in a one club challenge.

Video 4

Level 6

Full Tee-Box

Level 6 is the first level that starts from a set of tees. Lauren Thompson and Maya Gaudin play a 273 yard par 4 and explain their strategy on each shot.

Inspired by Rory? Start Your Own Journey.

Join over 250,000 golfers learning to play with Operation 36

Rory McIlroy and Operation 36