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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

Benefits of Bigger Frames and Transition Lenses
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 12 December 2014
Comments: 1
Many of us have to wear glasses when we play golf, especially senior golfers. Yet, I would confidently say that the majority of these golfers are probably wearing the wrong kind of frames or lenses... Read More
PPGS Testimonials
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 10 December 2014
Comments: 3
Nothing pleases me more than when I receive emails and messages from Surgites around the world who express the vast improvement in their game after switching to the Peak Performance Golf Swing. It... Read More
The Big Bang Theory
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 7 December 2014
Comments: 10
The bump is one of the secrets to creating power and distance with the Peak Performance Golf Swing. Yet, a lot of golfers I work with in private lessons and golf schools don't quite grasp the correct... Read More
Cures for Topping the Ball
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 4 December 2014
Comments: 3
If you find yourself topping the ball more often than not, there's a strong likelihood that you aren't maintaining the levelness in your swing. It all starts with the knees. The knees are the bees...... Read More
Posture Point - Hips Out
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 2 December 2014
Comments: 9
Having correct posture is very important if you want to be a consistent golfer. It's just as important as any other element of the PPGS Master Setup position.  Today I'll demonstrate how to maintain... Read More
Squared Right Foot is Acceptable for PPGS
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 26 November 2014
Comments: 15
The parameters of the Peak Performance Golf Swing are in place for a reason. They are meant to help you achieve a limited-turn, vertical golf swing. But, you should always remember that how you're... Read More
Your Clubs Are Your Golf Tools
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 22 November 2014
Comments: 6
When you're faced with any type of job, it's a lot easier to attack it with the right tools. Golf is the same way, and each club in your bag is a different tool.Most amateur golfers buy golf clubs at... Read More
Flat Footed Impact
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 19 November 2014
Comments: 11
If you've ever had problems understanding or executing the "bump", today's video is going to help. Proper weight transfer and releasing the club to impact is very important in golf. If your arms aren... Read More
Surge is Hitting the Road
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 15 November 2014
Comments: 6
You may have already received some notifications about my upcoming golf schools, but I just wanted to talk a little bit about my upcoming schedule. I've already got schools lined up, starting this... Read More
PPGS Master Setup Position
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 12 November 2014
Comments: 7
I've been known to have a lot of "Surgisms" (as I like to call them). I believe that having these sayings helps students remember the important aspects and movements of the Peak Performance Golf... Read More