Play better golf...
                      ...make it a reality! 

One ordinary man took one every day dream and made it become an extraordinary reality.

                                          
                                                                         Tom Coyne

"After grinding it out in the trenches with golf's younger, stronger, smarter talents all over this golfing planet, I can tell you one thing for sure-golf is a sport, and golfers need to think of themselves as athletes, now more than ever.  Balance, flexibility, strength--that's what I went to Body Balance to find, and that is why my intense, thorough, tailored fitness program with Mike Willett gave me.  Over my year working with Mike Willett at Body Balance Naples I was about to gain 34 yards off the tee, shave fifteen strokes off my handicap, and drop an amazing 38 pounds.  Designed to complement the work I was doing with my swing coach, my work at Body Balance identified my physical shortcomings, pinpointing my less flexible areas, and focusing on those areas for weeks and months, to where there was not a stance or position or move on the golf course that I was not able to make.  My muscles not only grew stronger, but they grew quicker, through the kind of workout routines you can't do at home or on one of those home-gym machines on TV.  Mike Willett's specialized, intensive training gave me a physical edge over players who had been struggling with their game for more time, with less impressive results." -Tom Coyne.

Tom Coyne's, Paper Tiger, explains the journey of a man who dedicated his life to learn and perfect the game of golf.  Along with the help of many golf experts, including Body Balance for Performance, you can explore in detail his day to day schedule and dedication to reaching his dream. Visit www.tomcoyne.com to learn more information.

Back to Top




 Mike Willett,PT,GPS

Mike Willett, President and co-owner of Body Balance for Performance of Naples, Inc., and Pelican Sports & Rehab, Inc., is a licensed Physical Therapist and certified Body Balance Clinician. He graduated from the Hogeschool Eindhover - The Netherlands in 1997, receiving his degree in Physical Therapy. From 1997-2000 Mike returned to his native Ft. Myers/Naples community, where he treated various injuries and conditions, succeeding with his career in sports medicine and orthopedic rehabiltation. Since 2000 he's been with Body Balance working with local golfers in southwest Florida to increase golf performance. Mike authors golf specific health and fitness articles for local publications, including Platinum Coast Golf Magazine, Golfing Southwest Florida Magazine, and The Naples Times. He has also been featured in the The Naples Daily News, The Ft. Myers News Press, Naples Illustrated, and Gulfshore Life and Gulfshore Business Magazines.

Back to Top


Mike Via, MSPT, GPS

Michael Via, Vice President and co-owner of Body Balance for Performance of Naples, Inc., is also a licensed Physical Therapist and certified Body Balance Clinician. Michael recieved his Masters of Science in Physical Therapy in 1994 from the University of Miami, Coral Gables. He has worked in outpatient and sports medicine settings helping numerous athletes rehabilitate their sport-specific injuries. Michael has been with Body Balance Naples since 2001 and has worked with a wide variety of golfers ranging from beginners to LPGA Tour level. Michael has also been featured in the Ft. Myers News Press in 2002 and 2006.

Back to Top



About Mike & Mike
Together, in 2002, they opened their own state of the art sports and rehabilitation facility in conjunction with Body Balance. They have promoted the importance of health and wellness in the community by working with many of Golf Digests Top 100 teachers and their students.

They give innovative health and fitness presentations and educational workshops for area clubs and organizations, local golf schools, golf clubs and PGA/LPGA professionals, including the S.W.F. PGA Chapter.

Together they have been repeated health and fitness experts on Paul Celano's Golf Tips aired on NBC and were featured guests on The Golf Channel Academy with Rick Smith in late 2003.

In 2002 the Southwest Florida PGA Chapter awarded both with the Henry B. Watkins Amateur of the Year Award for their outstanding support and dedication in the promotion of health and fitness for golf.

Currently Mike & Mike are hosting their own TV Show: The Body Balance Golf FITNESS Academy aired on Comcast Cable Channel 35 every Tuesday nights at 7:30PM. Rebroadcasts air every Thursday nights at 9:00PM and Sunday nights at 7:30PM. Go to the Body Balance Golf FITNESS Academy TV Show link below for more information:

http://www.naples.fitgolf.com/tvshow.htm

Back to Top




Southwest Florida Chapter PGA Certification Program

On June 8, 2006 19 Southwest Florida Golf Professionals attended, 'The Body & The Golf Swing' certification program at Vasari Country Club. This educational program was presented by David Ostrow, PT, CEO of Body Balance for Performence National, Mike Willett, PT, GPS and Mike Via, MSPT, GPS. The course was designed to teach Golf Professionals about the body's influence on the golf swing. Topics included the physical requirements for:

* Address Posture
* Backswing motion
* Downswing Motion
* Impact Position
* Follow Through

The Golf Professionals were able to learn how to identify physical limitations and begin to understand how they contribute to typical swing flaws that can rob a golfer from added distance, accuracy and consistency. Each of these Golf Professionals have learned how to perform several physical tests that relate to the golf swing and therefore be able to teach more effectively.

Each Golf Professional is recognized by Body Balance for Performance nationwide as a Body Balance for Performance Certified Golf Professional.

For a complete list of the Golf Professionals throughout Southwest Florida who have gained this knowledge through this certification course and are ready to help take your game to the next level, please call (239) 591-4711.

Back to Top





   Body Balance teams up with local PGA
                      To Help Grow the Game of Golf 

                        Saturday, November 17, 2007
                                1:00 p.m. Shotgun Start
                           The Golf Lodge at The Quarry
           8950 Weathered Stone Drive Naples, FL 34120
                                     (239) 304-0172

Eligibility: Open to ALL Amateurs and PGA Professionals. (1) Pro & (4) Amateurs
Format: Shambles - 1 Low Gross & 1 Low Net
Field Limit: 30 Teams. Entries accepted on a first-pay, first served basis.
Deadline: Thursday, November 15, 2007 at 4:30pm
Entry Fee: $125 - Per Amateur: Includes cart/pre round range fees, cocktails & horsd'ouvres; $75 - Per Professional
Prizes: Gift Certificates & Pro Purse
Activities: Demo Day 10:00 - 4:30; Public welcome.

Contact: Mike Willett at 239.591.4711 for registration form/further details.


                  

                       http://www.playgolfamerica.com/


Back to Top





Section 8
Under Construction
Back to Top