How to make rapid progress without losing the enjoyment of playing the game.
The Good Shot is the first golf manual in the history of Polish golf. Aimed at a wide audience, from beginners to advanced players, it offers rich content for every level of play.
I will show you practical ways to improve your game. Simple tips your typical on-course challenges. I will teach you how to train so you don't fall asleep over the ball! And all this in the form of a timeless album.
I decided to write a book that I always wanted to read, but in the publications released over the last few decades, I couldn't find anything good.
My book meets all the needs of a golf enthusiast.
FEW WORDS ON THE BOOK
What is about
This is a ready-made list of situations that every golfer will encounter sooner or later during a game – along with specific, practical step-by-step advice on how to emerge victorious from each of these situations.
What is not about
The golf guides available on the Polish market are either vague and full of hot air, or anatomy textbooks with a club in your hand. “A good shot,” on the other hand, is what you are looking for if you want to learn in a concrete and practical way what to do—and how to do it—to improve your comfort on the course and feel better standing over the ball.
What will you find inside
For less than the price of one golf lesson, you get 22 lessons in very practical skills that will definitely come in handy in your game sooner or later. How to aim well at the flag, how to play on a slope, how to hit further with a driver, how to make fewer 3-putts on the green, how to play a low shot from under a tree, how to straighten a slice, how to deal with nerves on the first tee, how to get out of a bunker efficiently…
Who is it for
This is a book for every golfer – from those taking their first swings to seasoned players who are always looking to improve. This guide is not based on the skills and physical abilities that the reader already possesses. It is based on their desire to develop and acquire knowledge – very practical and specific knowledge. If you want to better understand the game and become a better player, this book about golf is for you.
Golf is (not) hard!
Golf is a seemingly simple game. But what makes it complicated is not immediately apparent. Golf is a series of endless complications, consisting primarily of problem solving. A “good shot” will prepare you for every trap lurking on the course. From technique to weather to your own emotions.
What makes my book so unique?
Practicality.
It describes the many different skills a golfer needs to play a round of golf.
Versatility.
My coaching approach is not based on any particular method; every person is unique, so the content of the book is like a box with many different tools to use.
A work of art.
Everything, from the book design and photos to the paper and binding, is unique. Thick, matte 150g paper, hardcover bound in thread-stitched canvas. A total of 100 photos and 208 pages of practical tips.
Table of contents
Instead of warming up
Chapter 1. How to deal with emotions during the game?
Chapter 2. How to improve contact with irons
Chapter 3. How to straighten a slice?
Chapter 4. How to putt better?
Chapter 5. How to aim?
Chapter 6. How to hold the club?
Chapter 7. How to improve your contact with the driver?
Chapter 8. How to record your swing on video?
Chapter 9. How to play in the rain?
Chapter 10. How to play on uneven terrain?
Chapter 11. How to get out of tall grass?
Chapter 12. How to maintain balance in your swing?
Chapter 13. How to play from a divot?
Chapter 14. How to play with a hybrid from the rough?
Chapter 15. How to choose a club?
Chapter 16. How to hit the ball under branches?
Chapter 17. How to play with a wood from the fairway?
Chapter 18. How to control the ball's flight trajectory?
Chapter 19. How to play from a bunker near the green?
Chapter 20. How not to think too much about the ball?
Chapter 21. How to hit a ball that is close to a tree?
Chapter 22. How to practice?
My name is Jakub Budaj.
I am your guide in the golf jungle.
I am a coach with 18 years of experience in teaching golf. As a former competitive player and multiple Polish champion, I now share my knowledge and experience with golfers of all skill levels. I lived in England and New Zealand for several years, observing world-class coaches up close.
I have lectured at elite Continual Professional Development training courses. I have participated in many training courses abroad. What's more, it turns out that I have my mother's teaching genes.
I explain difficult issues in a very simple way.
In 1999, I won my first Polish Junior Championship. I played for the national team for four years. I graduated with honors from the three-year PGA Poland training program, and since 2008, I have been running my own academy, Jakub Budaj Golf Coaching.
I share my golf tips on my YouTube channel (the largest channel in Poland).
A book about golf – practical advice
If you want to learn more about golf, you can do so on your own. How? “A Good Shot” is my book about golf, in which I present various examples aimed at improving your skills and behavior. As you already know, I focus primarily on practice. You won't find any stories about the invention of the club or other information that is less useful in practice. On the contrary! This book about golf is primarily intended to present various situations that can occur at every stage of your adventure on the golf course.
Golf – a book for everyone
Practice makes perfect – this is how you could describe anyone who has reached the highest level in their sport. Golf can also be one of them. The main purpose of this book is to show various solutions that can happen to anyone. It does not matter whether we are talking about experts with many years of experience on a given course or people just taking their first steps. Enthusiasts of this discipline are well aware of how difficult and unpredictable golf can be in some aspects. The book allows for the analysis of many different variants, including those for more advanced players.
Book – golf and a comprehensive approach
People who are unfamiliar with this sport often underestimate the amount of work that needs to be done to develop properly. This book also talks about this. Golf is not just about developing the right technique for each club and conditions. These are, of course, very important aspects, but they are not the only ones that need to be considered. “A Good Shot” also addresses psychological and mental aspects. Some situations require a cool head, and in this book you will find ways to achieve balance and equilibrium.
Golf book written by a Pro
As a multiple Polish champion, I am 100% qualified to share my knowledge about behavior on and off the course. The golf book was a response to the huge interest in the subject. All the advice it contains is based on my own experience. This way, I can be sure that your skills and, above all, your awareness on the golf course will greatly improve. “A Good Shot” is an excellent golf book for anyone who would like to delve a little deeper into this fantastic sport.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
When will my golf book order arrive?
If you pre-order the book (by April 13, 2023), it will be shipped to you on April 17, 2023. Domestic orders should arrive within 3 days of shipment from the warehouse. The tracking number sent to your email will allow you to track your package.
Can I count on a promotion and a lower price for the book?
When you pre-order the book, you get a special price of PLN 95. After that, it will only be more expensive. Pre-orders are open until April 13, 2023. On the release date (April 16, 2023, Sobienie Królewskie), you can purchase the book at a promotional price of PLN 115 and also receive an autograph. From April 17, 2023, the regular price of PLN 145 will apply. I will not be organizing any price promotions after that. I will be selling the book at the regular price. I may organize free delivery days in the future, but the price of the book will not be lower than the current one.
I live outside Poland. Will you send me the book to a foreign address?
Unfortunately, no. Shipments are made only to addresses in Poland. If you want to purchase the book, order it through family or friends living at an address in Poland.
I have a company outside Poland. Will I receive an invoice?
No. The book on golf is sold only to individuals from Poland and companies operating in Poland. I do not sell abroad and do not issue invoices or receipts to foreign companies.
Why did you publish the book yourself?
This book is the culmination of 30 years of my golf experience and it took me over 2 years to write it.
I really wanted it to be the best book on learning to play golf available on the market. To make that happen, I wanted to have complete control over the publishing process. That way, I could present everything my way. I didn't want to make any compromises. I wanted to be closer to my readers. I sincerely hope that this decision will allow me to exceed their expectations.
How many pages does the book have? Does it have a hard cover?
This is not a typical golf book printed on coated paper. It is a unique edition in the form of an album. The golf book has 208 pages of high-quality Arctic Volume White 150g paper. The book is published in a hardcover with thread stitching. The book has 100 photos inside.
Will there be an e-book?
There will be no e-book edition; the golf book is only available in paper form.
I have other questions. How can I ask them and will I receive answers?
Of course! Just write to kontakt@jakubbudaj.pl and we will try to respond within one business day.