Golf Specific Strength and Conditioning Intervention

LC: Can you briefly describe the S&C Training programme you are working with the HKGA squad members?

JH: We currently have the main squad training with us onsite for one coached session per week, and all athletes have their home-based training programming which they can perform using the equipment from their Pinnacle Kit Bags. All of the athletes are screened quarterly via our Pinnacle Golf Screening protocol, and the programming is subsequently individualised for each athlete based on their primary weaknesses and priorities as highlighted by this, and in discussion with the HKGA golf coaching staff. The programming largely focuses on establishing a strength foundation.

LC: Why would HKGA choose Pinnacle Performance to be responsible for their S&C Training programme?

JH: At Pinnacle, we specialise in Strength and Conditioning for sports performance. We are a local company with a dearth of experience. We provide the HKGA with individualised and objectively screened S&C interventions, a productive and energetic training environment, and coaching from our experienced and highly accredited coaches. All of the athletes are currently adding to and improving both their golf game and their overall athletic and healthy lifestyle development at a crucial age.

LC: Does Pinnacle Performance provide S&C Training to amateur golfers as well?

JH: Pinnacle Performance aims to provide all of the benefits of a professional S&C setup to regular gym members. Our mission is to provide S&C for performance, athletic and recreational enthusiasts alike. We currently offer a Golf specific 12-week training package for all levels of golfer, inclusive of all of the service that the HKGA and professional golfers would receive. This package is inclusive of regular Screening, 1-on-1 S&C sessions, coaching consultations and full support.

LC: Is Pinnacle also running other S&C Training programmes with other sports association in Hong Kong?

JH: Alongside our regular gym membership, we also have programmes with other elite and professional sporting teams in Hong Kong. In addition to the HKGA, we are working with the HKFC Women’s and Men’s Rugby Teams, the HK Football Association, the HK Cricket Association, the HK Lawn Bowls Association, the HK Baseball Association, The Harry Wright Institute (Swimming). And we also serve many amateur and elite individual athletes alongside this.

James Honey is a Strength and Conditioning Coach at Pinnacle BLACK. For enquiries, please contact black@pinnacleperformance.hk or visit the website at www.pinnacleblack.hk