Japan First! "Nou-Gol Method" Golf Swing Improvement Program for Intermediate to Advanced Players Based on Functional Neurology to be Offered by Yokohama's BAY-SHOT from April 1st (Wednesday)

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BAY-SHOT, an indoor golf bar & lesson studio in Yokohama's Bashamichi (Operated by: BAY-SHOT Inc.; Representative: Kiyoaki Tsuzuki), in collaboration with Yasuhiro Takeuchi, who practices functional neurology with many athletes, will launch Japan's first golf swing improvement program based on functional neurology, the "Nou-Gol Method," starting April 1st (Wednesday).

■ Background and Challenges

With approximately 5.8 million golfers in Japan (※Leisure White Paper), many golfers struggle with issues such as "my score doesn't improve even with practice," "I fall apart on the course," or "I can't increase my distance."

Traditional golf schools and lessons have primarily focused on correcting "form." However, from the perspective of functional neurology, the fundamental cause of a collapsing swing is not the muscles or the form itself, but rather a "misalignment in neural transmission from the brain (information processing error)." The "Nou-Gol Method" focuses on this root cause and aims to improve swings at an unconscious level by adjusting the brain's neural circuits.

■ What is Functional Neurology?

Functional neurology is an approach that stimulates the brain through body movements to enhance sensory and motor abilities. Originally developed for the treatment of neurological patients, its application in improving sports performance is now rapidly expanding.

The unique program "Nou-Gol Method" offered by BAY-SHOT is an approach developed based on the knowledge of functional neurology, setting it apart from conventional golf lessons. Instead of correcting form (output) as before, it focuses on "input" such as vision and vestibular sense, and brain processing, to create a state where the body can move correctly. Golf, unlike a flat driving range, is a sport where simply "standing correctly" is difficult due to slopes and hole locations. If the body's balance and spatial awareness are not functioning properly, unconscious misalignments occur, leading to mis-shots. The Nou-Gol Method resets these "sensory misalignments" before a round, guiding the golfer to a state of stable performance in any situation.
The goal is not to change the swing, but to create the condition for a correct swing to emerge. This is a new approach that directly leads to score improvement.

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The theory underlying this program is being proven effective through its practice by Akari Sakuma (Daito Trust Construction), who showed overwhelming strength on the 2025 JLPGA Tour.

■ Brain/Nerve Trainer: Yasuhiro Takeuchi

The program is supervised and instructed by brain/nerve trainer Yasuhiro Takeuchi.

He was exposed to cutting-edge training theories through his experience as a coach for a German football club, analyzing and reconstructing their structure. After returning to Japan, he provided instruction to professional clubs such as Urawa Reds.

Subsequently, he integrated applied methods of functional neurology and refined them into his unique methodology.

With over 17 years of coaching experience in Japan and Germany and a track record of instructing over 1,000 people, he focused on the golf swing, which transitions from static to dynamic, unlike soccer. He has now developed a unique method in collaboration with BAY-SHOT, merging functional neurology with the latest motor learning theories.

■ Nou-Gol Method Program Content

【STEP 0】 Trial Session Approx. 45 minutes (¥11,000 incl. tax / Full refund if no improvement)

This is a special session to experience "when the brain changes, the swing changes."

• Nou-Gol Swing Check Assessment (Current Status Analysis)

• Simple Functional Neurology Assessment (Identification of brain tendencies and error points)

• Trial Neuro Dynamics Method Training (Immediate effect neural training)

• Nou-Gol Swing Check Re-assessment (Confirmation of changes)
  ※ Clear effects can be felt numerically on the same day. Handled by both Takeuchi and Tsuzuki

■ Nou-Gol Main Program Monthly Schedule

【Month 1】 Foundation Building

Nou-Gol Swing Check Assessment / Functional Neurology Assessment / Neuro Dynamics Method Training / Nou-Gol Swing Check Re-assessment / Video, Program Plan, Nou-Gol Personal Chart Creation

【Month 2】 Consolidation and Strengthening

Mid-term Nou-Gol Swing Check (Drill Confirmation) / Chart Update / Establishment of Autonomous Learning Cycle
【Month 3】 Integration and Results

3-Month Before-After Feedback / Functional Neurology Assessment (Re-evaluation) / Update Task Provision / Continuation Decision

About BAY-SHOT

Located a 3-minute walk from Yokohama's Bashamichi Station, "BAY-SHOT" is Yokohama's secret practice range & indoor golf bar.

• First in the Yokohama area to introduce the latest simulator "Full Swing SPORT SERIES" supervised by PGA pro Tiger Woods. High-precision ball flight and swing measurement possible with FORESiGHT GC3.

• Available 24/7/365 (unattended hours require security key for entry/exit). Bar service available from 18:00 to 25:00 during attended hours, allowing visitor use.

• Equipped with completely private luxury rooms.

【Company Profile】

Company Name: BAY-SHOT Inc.

Facility Name: Golf & Dining bar BAY-SHOT

Location: Kanagawa Prefecture, Yokohama City (3 min walk from Bashamichi Station, 7 min walk from Sakuragicho Station)

Phone: 045-900-4518

URL: https://bay-shot.com/

Business Hours: 24 hours (Bar operation 18:00-24:00)

【Contact for Inquiries】

BAY-SHOT Inc. Public Relations Representative: Tsuzuki

TEL: 045-900-4518

Email: info@bay-shot.com

URL: https://bay-shot.com