Optimising Performance In Golf

Patrick R. Thomas is an Associate Professor and was Director of the Centre for Movement Education and Research at Griffith University's Mt Gravatt Campus in Brisbane. After completing a Teachers Certificate, Dr Thomas studied at the University of Queensland, graduating with first-class honours and a University medal in psychology. He subsequently completed research Masters and PhD degrees in organisational and cognitive psychology, and has taught psychology and research methods for more than 35 years. Dr Thomas was a foundation member of the College of Sport Psychologists of the Australian Psychological Society, and for the past 10 years has provided psychological services to athletes, particularly golfers. He has been a member of Pacific Golf Club since 1978.