Inside The Room: How Carson Stone Helped Build an Elite Golf Training Facility

Welcome back to another episode of Inside The Room on Stock Shot Secrets. Today, host Kyle Morris sits down with Carson Stone, the very first instructor he ever hired and a true OG of The Golf Room (TGR). In this candid conversation, Carson reflects on his journey from Lexington, Kentucky, through coaching at Harbour Town, learning from top instructors, launching his own golf academy, and even spending time as a premier club fitter at TaylorMade’s Kingdom. Together, Kyle and Carson dive into the lessons learned from building a thriving training facility, the evolution from teacher to coach, the art of club fitting, and the importance of continual learning and adaptation in golf instruction.

If you’ve ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in creating elite golf development programs, how technology like TrackMan and gears shapes player improvement, or how two passionate coaches approach developing both junior players and adults, this episode is packed with firsthand insights, practical advice, and a dose of humor. Whether you’re a PGA professional, an aspiring instructor, or just looking for ways to get better at your own game, Carson’s unique perspective on player development, coaching philosophy, and the business of golf is sure to inspire. So grab your notepad and let’s get inside the room!

00:00 "Carson: TGR's First Instructor"

03:14 Falling in Love with Teaching

08:08 Influences on Golf Coaching Style

11:45 Organized Golf Coaching Blueprint

13:06 "Mastering Core Movement Principles"

18:08 Expanding Golf Driving Range Facilities

21:46 Junior Golf Coaching Journey

24:55 Key Golf Club Fitting Factors

27:50 Multifaceted Approach to Golf Analysis

28:52 Maximizing ROI Through Human Insight

34:19 "Achieve Greatness by Modeling Success"

36:17 Pelvis Motion in Golf Swings

38:37 "Shorten Backswing by Moving Early"

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