About the coach
Hi everybody! Bonjour à toutes et à tous! I am JF and welcome to my Skillest page! I currently teach and coach a variety of learners from beginners to recreational golfers, elite juniors, top level amateurs, professionals and all ability players. Why should you work with me? 1. You are a player looking for a coach that can help you get results. My knowledge of human movement (biomechanics and motor learning) and my understanding of possible movement limitations that you might face help me to address and develop a personalized improvement plan built on your needs. Also, I have a very human and personable approach. Every learner is important to me, may you be a beginner or a more advanced player. My objective is to help you perform to the best of your ability through a simple and progressive approach. 2. You are a a new or developing golf professional and you seek support in relation to becoming a better teacher-coach in relation to: a) program development and lesson planning; b) skill analysis (biomechanics and motor learning); and c) developing efficient post lesson practice plans. I have spent my whole professional career as teacher and coach educator. If you are seeking assistance in development these various aspects important to your evolution as a teacher-coach, I can help! Pour les golfeuses et golfeurs de la francophie Internationale, n’hésitez pas à me contacter. Il me fera plaisir de vous assister en Français! Hope to see you on Skillest! Biographical notes Credentials: ✅Ph.D Kinesiology - Université Laval (1998) ✅ PGA of Canada Class A Teaching Professional ✅Multi -Sport expert in athletic development ✅National Coach Developer - PGA of Canada and Coaching Association of Canada Select certifications: ✅TPI - Level 3 Junior; Level 2 Power, Level 2 Golf ✅Scott Cowx Certified - Levels 1 and 2 ✅Capto Putting Systems - Levels 1 and 2 ✅Sportsbox AI - level 1 ✅Flow Code Certified Coach (performance psychology) ✅European Disabled Golf Association Certified Levels 1 and 2 Awards: 🏆2024 Ben Kern Coach of the Year PGA of Canada 🏆2024 Coach of the Year PGA of Canada - Atlantic 🏆2023 George Knudson Teacher of the Year PGA of Canada 🏆2023 Teacher of the Year PGA of Canada -Atlantic Instagram : jfrgolf
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Based on 8 ratings
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Jean Francois is an exceptional mentor and coach in the golf space, blending technical expertise with a deep philosophical approach to the game. What truly sets him apart is his ability to mentor other coaches, sharing his knowledge and empowering them to teach more effectively. JF is a standout figure whose influence elevates the entire golfing community!
Kristi Roach
January 10, 2025 • Live
Having good results with the recommendations given by JFR.. He is quick to diagnose, but importantly can move you on to a solid fix with appropriate drills and suggestions
Jim Lawrence
January 3, 2025 • Live
Working with J-F has been a real pleasure. We are currently doing a deep dive and rebuilding various parts of my golf swing. J-F is very knowledgeable about the mechanics of the golf swing, but is particularly good compared to former instructors with his ability to articulate his wealth of knowledge in a way that is clear and concise, either in person or through his videos. He immediately recognized that we needed to simplify the process, and piece out the transformation over multiple sequential steps. J-F is very dedicated to the game of golf and teaching and has been very accommodating and generous with his time. I am looking forward in continuing the process with J-F this winter, and transitioning into the new golf season with a better and improved golf game.
Patrick Caissie
December 31, 2024 • Live
Working with JF has been a game-changer for my golf game. He used his TPI certification to pinpoint my physical limitations and developed custom plans to work around them, ensuring every swing adjustment feels natural and effective. What I love most is how he uses technologylike video analysis and launch monitorsto back up every change with data, so I always know exactly why were making adjustments. He doesnt just stop at lessons either; he follows up with personalized drills and checks in regularly to see how Im progressing. His supportive and encouraging approach makes the process enjoyable, and the results speak for themselves. If youre looking for a coach who truly cares about your success, JF is the one!
Steven Gamester
December 22, 2024 • Live
Jean-François has a keen eye for detail. Within just the first few minutes of my lesson he observed key areas for improvement around my posture and rotation of my body. He then filmed me and used the video to show me frame by frame where my positioning was off. Lesson #1 and I went from duffing an 8 iron to hitting straight and improving my striking power by 16%and with a slower, controlled swing! Thanks JF, looking forward to lesson # 2!
Carl Victor
December 21, 2024 • Live
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