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Donald Trahan Sr., The Swing Surgeon
Authored by: Brady
Posted on: 20 July 2024
Comments: 43

 

Don Trahan was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts. His father introduced him to the game of golf when he was ten years old. By the age of twelve, Don was a scratch golfer and a member of New Bedford Public Links, now called Whaling City Golf Club (known as The Whale).

Don graduated from Bishop Stang Catholic High School in 1967. He was the top player on the high school golf team all four years he attended. Trahan then attended Southeastern Massachusetts University (Now University of Massachusetts, North Dartmouth) where he was again the top player on the golf team all four years he attended. He is a member of Delta Kappa Phi fraternity. He graduated in 1971 with a double major in political science and history with plans to become a corporate attorney.

Trahan met his wife, Susan, while attending college. The two married in 1973 and moved to Port Orange, Florida where Don would begin his effort to obtain his PGA Tour Card. From there, Don took an... Read More

How To Hit Your 3 Wood Higher
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 20 November 2013
Comments: 29
Do you struggle to hit your 3 wood high? Since the air obviously has less resistence than the ground, it's important to be able to get the ball up, especially if there is any sort of forced carry. ... Read More
Limited Backswing Explained
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 19 November 2013
Comments: 18
Whenever someone who has never heard of the Peak Performance Golf Swing hears the term limited turn, 3/4 backswing, they are usually skeptical and even a little confused. They've been taught to swing... Read More
Catcher's Mitt Position
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 17 November 2013
Comments: 25
I'm going to spend today discussing the location of the catcher's mitt. If you're new to the site, today's daily video will also serve as an introduction to the proper takeaway of the Peak... Read More
PPGS Success Stories
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 15 November 2013
Comments: 6
Today I'm going to share some stories that have been sent in over the last couple months. They all have to do with golfers who have found success after switching to the Peak Performance Golf Swing. ... Read More
How To Pick Your Golf Ball
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 14 November 2013
Comments: 23
Your golf ball is the only piece of golf equipment that gets used on every shot. That's why it needs to compliment your game, so you can get the most out of each shot. With so many different types of... Read More
Should Hands Be Over Head At Top of Backswing?
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 12 November 2013
Comments: 6
The key definition of the Peak Performance Golf Swing is that it's a little bit of turn, with a lot of lift. But, just exactly how much lift should there be? Duncan sent in a question about this... Read More
Walk In Routine
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 10 November 2013
Comments: 17
Your pre-shot routine is important for a variety of different reasons, one of which is your alignment. Everyone has to walk in to the ball before they take a swing, so you must be lined up correctly... Read More
Different Club, Same Swing
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 8 November 2013
Comments: 4
The ball doesn't know what club you're holding, so why would you change your swing? The same swing that works for your irons will work for your driver, your 3 wood, and on down to your hybrids and... Read More
Playing Golf with a Hip Replacement
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 7 November 2013
Comments: 15
I often get asked if the Peak Performance Golf Swing can really help golfers play pain free golf. In fact, one of the main ways in which golfers find this swing is by searching the internet for... Read More
In Your Own Words: My Club Fitting Experience
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 5 November 2013
Comments: 12
If you've been thinking about contacting one of our certified fitters to help you with your golf equipment but aren't sure if you can trust the process, today's testimonial from Paul Primel will... Read More