Elevate Your Skills with Expert Coaching and a Luxurious Golf Experience
Meet Your Coaches
Erika Larkin
Erika Larkin is the founder of True Swing and a renowned PGA instructor with accolades such as PGA Teacher of the Year and Golf Digest’s Top 50 Teachers. Erika’s nurturing, straightforward coaching style helps golfers of all levels unlock their natural abilities and enjoy the game like never before.
Brian Newman
Brian is a PGA Class A instructor and Head Coach at Aileron Golf Club with over 17 years of teaching experience. As a certified True Swing Coach and Director of Instruction at Orange Whip Golf, Brian combines technical expertise with innovative training tools to help golfers improve both their swing and physical conditioning. His straightforward, results-focused approach refines players’ natural swings without overhauling their style, empowering golfers to achieve immediate, measurable progress and build lasting confidence on the course.
Keith Bennett
Keith Bennett is a PGA of America Golf Professional and a highly sought-after instructor, recognized as a Golf Digest Top Teacher Under 40 (2022–Present) and Golf Digest Best in State (2020–Present). Named Best Teacher in Western Washington in 2020, Keith specializes in data-driven coaching, using tools like Trackman, Boditrak, and SuperSpeed to help golfers of all levels improve performance. His approach focuses on optimizing swing mechanics, ball flight, and overall consistency. Keith’s passion for player development and his cutting-edge techniques make him one of the top golf instructors in the region.
Mike La Bella
Michael LaBella is an award-winning golf coach recognized as the 2024 TriState PGA Teacher and Coach of the Year and a 2025-2026 Golf Digest Best Young Teacher. He founded an academy named one of Golf Digest's Best Schools and Academies in 2022, and has worked with players at all levels, including those on the LPGA, mini tours, and college teams. With advanced certifications in coaching, biomechanics, and mental game training, Mike focuses on developing efficient, personalized swings using data-driven assessments like BioSwing Dynamics and force plate analysis. His approach emphasizes consistency, strike quality, and short game development to maximize performance on the course.
A Sneak Peek Into Your 3-Day Golf Itinerary
Day 1: 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM + Dinner
1:30 - 2:00 PM | Arrival & Warm-Up
Settle in and get ready for an immersive golf experience.
2:00 - 5:00 PM | First Feels on the Range
Welcome & Introductions
Overview: What is a True Swing?
The 5 Principles of a True Swing
Foundational Movements for Balance & Control
Pendulum Putt, Chip & Swing Tour – priming your brain and body for the next two days!
7:00 - 9:00 PM | Group Dinner at the Clubhouse
Get to know your coaches and fellow retreat attendees over a relaxed meal. (And, of course, talk some golf!)
Dress Code: Resort Casual.
Day 2:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Short Game Mastery
Chipping, Pitching & Bunker Practice
Shot Selection & Club Choice
Putting Face & Speed Control Drills
12:00 - 1:00 PM | Lunch Break
1:00 - 4:00 PM | Full Swing & Distance Control
Stretch & Warm-Up with Orange Whip for Balance & Coordination
True Swing Basics: Geometry & Physics
Video Analysis: Setup, Swing Plane Checkups & Drills
Woods & Driver Focus: Tilts, Intention & Effortless Power
4:00 - 5:00 PM | Putting Practice Happy Hour
Enjoy a beverage while learning the AimPoint Green Reading System and testing your skills in a fun putting challenge!
Day 3:9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Balance & Swing Mastery
Finding Your True Balance with SlackBlock Training
Balance, Flow & "Let It Go" Discussion
Dynamic Warm-Up & Trust, Tempo & Flow Drills
Mindset, Routine & Joy in Your Game
Supervised Practice & Final Swing Work
12:00 - 1:00 PM | Lunch & Strategy Session
The Bell Curve, Stats & Building a Plan for Ongoing Improvement
