Course Overview
Teacher
Derek Hooper is the Director of Instruction at Royal Oaks Country Club, Houston, Texas, USA. After graduating from University and completing his PGA apprenticeship, Derek played the mini Tours and several PGA Tour events in Australia before... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 44 min
- Lessons 14
- Attachment 1
- Exercises 31
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30 CQ
14 Lessons in This Course
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2 minFREEGolf lesson 1Free2 CQ
In this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper presents some useful tips for playing a shot from an uphill lie that will keep the ball on target.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper presents some useful tips for playing a shot from an uphill lie that will keep the ball on target.
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2 minGolf lesson 22 CQ
In this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper explains how to play a downhill lie by adjusting your stance and swing to accommodate the slope.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper explains how to play a downhill lie by adjusting your stance and swing to accommodate the slope.
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1 minGolf lesson 31 CQ
In this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper explains how to adjust your grip and aim when faced with a lie that is a bit higher than your feet.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper explains how to adjust your grip and aim when faced with a lie that is a bit higher than your feet.
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2 minGolf lesson 42 CQ
In this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper demonstrates how to play a shot when the ball lies below your feet, also known as a sidehill lie.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper demonstrates how to play a shot when the ball lies below your feet, also known as a sidehill lie.
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3 minGolf lesson 52 CQ
In this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper demonstrates how to chip onto the green from a tight lie from just a few yards away on the fairway.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper demonstrates how to chip onto the green from a tight lie from just a few yards away on the fairway.
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2 minGolf lesson 62 CQ
In this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper clearly explains how to play a shot from the rough, demonstrating the technique’s effectiveness.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper clearly explains how to play a shot from the rough, demonstrating the technique’s effectiveness.
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4 minGolf lesson 73 CQ
In this lesson, you’ll learn the fundamentals of how to chip a golf ball, from the theory behind chipping, to drills that will help improve your game.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, you’ll learn the fundamentals of how to chip a golf ball, from the theory behind chipping, to drills that will help improve your game.
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2 minGolf lesson 82 CQ
In this lesson, you’ll learn how to use the bladed wedge shot to move your golf ball out of semi-deep rough when it’s only a few inches off the green.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, you’ll learn how to use the bladed wedge shot to move your golf ball out of semi-deep rough when it’s only a few inches off the green.
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2 minGolf lesson 92 CQ
In this lesson, Professional golf instructor Derek Hooper demonstrates how to make a successful lob shot so the ball will fly high and land softly.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, Professional golf instructor Derek Hooper demonstrates how to make a successful lob shot so the ball will fly high and land softly.
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3 minGolf lesson 102 CQ
In this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper demonstrates how to handle a pitch shot, getting a soft landing with minimum roll.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper demonstrates how to handle a pitch shot, getting a soft landing with minimum roll.
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6 minGolf lesson 114 CQ
In this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper discusses the proper stance and swing that will move just enough sand to keep the ball on the green.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper discusses the proper stance and swing that will move just enough sand to keep the ball on the green.
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3 minGolf lesson 122 CQ
In this lesson, PGA professional Derek Hooper reviews how to give your golf ball the spin it needs to create a predictable shot that will roll on the green.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, PGA professional Derek Hooper reviews how to give your golf ball the spin it needs to create a predictable shot that will roll on the green.
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3 minGolf lesson 132 CQ
Let PGA professional Derek Hooper demonstrate how to successfully get your buried ball out of the sand and onto the green within putting range.
with Derek Hooper GolfLet PGA professional Derek Hooper demonstrate how to successfully get your buried ball out of the sand and onto the green within putting range.
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2 minGolf lesson 142 CQ
In this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper explains that a topped ball is due to incorrect posture, not a lifted head, and how to remedy it.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper explains that a topped ball is due to incorrect posture, not a lifted head, and how to remedy it.
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939 min9-part Golf course25 CQ
In this course, PGA professional and golf coach Derek Hooper breaks down the essentials and demonstrates some classic drills that will help you hit a straight, long drive consistently.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this course, PGA professional and golf coach Derek Hooper breaks down the essentials and demonstrates some classic drills that will help you hit a straight, long drive consistently.
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1453 min14-part Golf course31 CQ
Join in with this course for solid advice on changing and improving your golf swing. Start with tips on fine-tuning the mechanics of your swing before learning how to get better contact with the ball.
with Derek Hooper GolfJoin in with this course for solid advice on changing and improving your golf swing. Start with tips on fine-tuning the mechanics of your swing before learning how to get better contact with the ball.
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10100 min10-part Golf course55 CQ
The fastest way to lower your golf scores is to take fewer putts. This course with golf coach Derek Hooper introduces you to pro techniques and practice drills to improve all areas of your putting.
with Derek Hooper GolfThe fastest way to lower your golf scores is to take fewer putts. This course with golf coach Derek Hooper introduces you to pro techniques and practice drills to improve all areas of your putting.
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4 minGolf lesson3 CQ
PGA professional Derek Hooper demonstrates two versions of a simple drill to help you putt more consistently and take your short game to the next level.
with Derek Hooper GolfPGA professional Derek Hooper demonstrates two versions of a simple drill to help you putt more consistently and take your short game to the next level.
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3 minGolf lesson2 CQ
In this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper discusses his approach for practicing bunker shots, including improving accuracy and consistency.
with Derek Hooper GolfIn this lesson, professional golf instructor Derek Hooper discusses his approach for practicing bunker shots, including improving accuracy and consistency.
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1444 min14-part Golf course30 CQ
PGA instructor and golf coach Derek Hooper brings his wealth of knowledge to tackle chipping, bunker shots, lob shots, and much more in this course about playing out of difficult lies.
with Derek Hooper GolfPGA instructor and golf coach Derek Hooper brings his wealth of knowledge to tackle chipping, bunker shots, lob shots, and much more in this course about playing out of difficult lies.
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729 min7-part Golf course18 CQ
Whether you’re new to golf or just want a refresher, this course from PGA professional Casey Bourque covers golf basics that, if mastered, will elevate your game through all 18 holes.
with Casey BourqueWhether you’re new to golf or just want a refresher, this course from PGA professional Casey Bourque covers golf basics that, if mastered, will elevate your game through all 18 holes.
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321 min3-part Golf course12 CQ
Want to get better at golf chip shots? In this golfing course, learn how to set up for, plan for, and swing the best chip shot you can muster, and improve your overall golf game!
with Peter KnightWant to get better at golf chip shots? In this golfing course, learn how to set up for, plan for, and swing the best chip shot you can muster, and improve your overall golf game!
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10100 min10-part Golf course55 CQ
The fastest way to lower your golf scores is to take fewer putts. This course with golf coach Derek Hooper introduces you to pro techniques and practice drills to improve all areas of your putting.
with Derek Hooper GolfThe fastest way to lower your golf scores is to take fewer putts. This course with golf coach Derek Hooper introduces you to pro techniques and practice drills to improve all areas of your putting.
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1453 min14-part Golf course31 CQ
Join in with this course for solid advice on changing and improving your golf swing. Start with tips on fine-tuning the mechanics of your swing before learning how to get better contact with the ball.
with Derek Hooper GolfJoin in with this course for solid advice on changing and improving your golf swing. Start with tips on fine-tuning the mechanics of your swing before learning how to get better contact with the ball.
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1052 min10-part Sports course31 CQ
Learn how to play baseball from the guys who do it for a living! In this course, MLB professionals and second basemen Brandon Phillips, Howie Kendrick, and Chris Getz provide invaluable tips for improving your hitting and fielding. Find your batting stance and practice essential skills like catching pop-ups, turning double plays, and stealing bases. Practice those major league skills -- and start playing!
with Pro Tips4ULearn how to play baseball from the guys who do it for a living! In this course, MLB professionals and second basemen Brandon Phillips, Howie Kendrick, and Chris Getz provide invaluable tips for improving your hitting and fielding. Find your batting stance and practice essential skills like catching pop-ups, turning double plays, and stealing bases. Practice those major league skills -- and start playing!
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1147 min11-part Soccer course29 CQ
With Major League Soccer more popular than ever, it’s time to up your game! Get coaching from two U.S. national team veterans: forward Abby Wambach and midfielder Cobi Jones. Wambach, an Olympic gold medalist and 2012 FIFA World Player of the Year, teaches basic shooting, power shots, and penalty kicks, along with her specialty: headers! Then, former Premier League player and National Soccer Hall of Fame member Jones builds ball handling and passing skills with soccer drills!
with Pro Tips4UWith Major League Soccer more popular than ever, it’s time to up your game! Get coaching from two U.S. national team veterans: forward Abby Wambach and midfielder Cobi Jones. Wambach, an Olympic gold medalist and 2012 FIFA World Player of the Year, teaches basic shooting, power shots, and penalty kicks, along with her specialty: headers! Then, former Premier League player and National Soccer Hall of Fame member Jones builds ball handling and passing skills with soccer drills!
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401217 min40-part Basketball course626 CQ
A collection of basketball workouts, all easily done from the comfort of home (or your driveway!)
with 4CITY BasketballA collection of basketball workouts, all easily done from the comfort of home (or your driveway!)
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321 min3-part Golf course12 CQ
Want to get better at golf chip shots? In this golfing course, learn how to set up for, plan for, and swing the best chip shot you can muster, and improve your overall golf game!
with Peter KnightWant to get better at golf chip shots? In this golfing course, learn how to set up for, plan for, and swing the best chip shot you can muster, and improve your overall golf game!
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939 min9-part Boxing course23 CQ
In this course with trainer Johnny from Expert Boxing, learn how to slip punches, make effective feints, and use evasive footwork and head movements so you can be a powerful, commanding fighter.
with ExpertBoxingIn this course with trainer Johnny from Expert Boxing, learn how to slip punches, make effective feints, and use evasive footwork and head movements so you can be a powerful, commanding fighter.