“The information is understandable while comprehensive, and the various exercises can be accomplished predominantly without any additional equipment. This program is clear, concise, thorough and practical for life as well as for golf-specific flexibility, stability and mobility. It nails the fundamentals, so I recommend it for every serious golf coach.”
Coach Golf the Way the Body Is Designed to Move
No Assessment Required
3D Functional Golf Coach gives you evidence-based, practical strategies to help golfers move better, play with less limitation, and enjoy the game longer.
100% online • Self-paced • Certification exam included • Coach Portal access after you certify
Overview
Great coaching begins with great movement. The 3D Functional Golf Coach (3DFGC) Certification equips you to train golfers the way their bodies were designed to move—through every phase of the swing: Address, Backswing, Impact, and Finish.
3DFGC integrates the biomechanics of the golf swing with the realities of the human body, helping golfers develop the mobility, stability, and power needed for consistent performance. Built upon the foundation of 3D Functional Movement Coach (3DFMC) and powered by Applied Functional Science®, the course teaches you to observe, progress, and personalize functional movement—so every golfer can play better, longer, and with greater enjoyment.
Created by Gray Institute® in partnership with the Golf Fitness Association of America (GFAA), this certification is designed for PGA and LPGA teaching professionals, personal trainers, physical therapists, and performance coaches. Learn more about the partnership.
What Golf Professionals Are Saying
What You’ll Get
- Golf-Mapped Movement Progressions: Organized around the four key phases of the swing—Address, Backswing, Impact, and Finish—each with 3D mobility, stability, and power drills. Benefit: Build better motion in the body so the swing improves naturally.
- Applied Functional Science® Framework: Integrates biological, physical, and behavioral sciences to coach movement that matches how golfers truly function. Benefit: A repeatable system to understand and improve movement, not just mechanics.
- Behavior-Driven Coaching: Learn how the 3 E’s—Engagement, Encouragement, and Empowerment—drive long-term results. Benefit: Improve performance by connecting movement progressions to purpose and confidence.
- Coach Portal (post-certification): Send customized golf-specific exercises and track progress instantly. Benefit: Keep players accountable and connected between sessions.
- 3DFGC Credential: Earn your certification and demonstrate credibility in both movement and golf performance. Benefit: Differentiate yourself and deliver measurable results for golfers of all levels.
You’ll leave with a clear system of 3D golf-specific progressions that connect the science of movement to the art of coaching.
How It Works
- Self-paced video lessons and interactive knowledge checks
- Final online exam earns your certification and Coach Portal access
- No assessments or special equipment required
Each lesson builds on the last—helping you see, feel, and coach function through all four swing phases.
Choose the Option That Fits You Best
3D Functional Golf Coach
Online Certification • Self-Paced
- Immediate access to all modules
- Authentic 3D golf progressions
- Downloadable matrices & reference guides
- Certificate upon completion
Dual Bundle: 3DFMC + 3DFGC
Two Online Certifications • Self-Paced
- 3D Functional Movement Coach
- 3D Functional Golf Coach
- Save vs. buying separately
- Certificates upon completion
Gray Institute® Membership
Annual Access • Courses + Tools
- Access to 3DFGC + 9 more certifications
- Full movement library & progressions
- Member-only webinars & updates
- Exclusive savings on live events
CEU Information
Use the tool below to view current continuing education approvals, credit hours, and provider details for this course.
FAQ
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Do I need to learn an assessment?
No. 3DFGC is assessment-free. You’ll use swing-mapped progressions and simple tweak logic to create change. -
Can I use this indoors?
Yes—no special facility needed. Works at the range, in a studio, or in a clinic. -
How soon will players notice a difference?
Many coaches report immediate changes in mobility, strike, and comfort when drills are done before practice. -
Do I need 3DFMC first?
No. 3DFGC stands alone. (You can add 3DFMC later if you want more foundational movement progressions.) -
Are more CEUs coming for other professions?
These are coming soon! Yes! Check back for specific information as continuing education approvals are finalized. Contact us at info@grayinstitute.com with special requests. -
What is the Coach Portal and why does it matter?
The Coach Portal is an online tool included with your 3DFGC certification that helps you apply what you’ve learned right away. You’ll have access to a full video library of golf-specific movement progressions—each organized by swing phase (Address, Backswing, Impact, and Finish). With just a few clicks, you can send personalized exercise links to your players or clients, helping them practice effectively between lessons.Why it matters: The Portal keeps golfers accountable, reinforces your coaching outside of sessions, and showcases your value as a functional expert who helps players move—and play—better.