Lying dormant along the Caribbean Sea the Teeth of the Dog, will forever be the first “Great” Pete Dye creation at Casa de Campo! But don’t be deceived, just because it lies breathtakingly beautiful in its slumber, does not mean that this dog cannot rear it head… and the Summer of 2005, Pete put the bite back into the Dog.

The dream began in 1969, when Pete Dye, one of the world’s foremost golf course architects was charged with transforming the overgrown, jagged coral reef Dominican coastline into a single course worthy of “The Caribbean’s Most Complete Resort.” With the aide of 300 local laborers, Dye and his talented partner and wife Alice worked for two years creating a masterpiece. Clearing the site with machetes and hauling Dye’s unique mix of topsoil - a combination of sand, dirt and cachaza, an organic residue from the sugar refining process down from the mountains by oxen, they laid seedlings of Bermuda grass in the fairways and greens. The dream became reality!

Play on the “Teeth’s” seven waterholes is nothing short of exhilarating -- with errant shots bouncing off the coral rocks like ping pong balls and strong Caribbean breezes challenging each stroke. But it’s the magical location when combined with Dye’s personal touches that catapulted the “Teeth of the Dog” to one of the best in the world: it’s the trademark railroad ties, only this time utilizing native wood; vast waste areas; peninsula green & tees; hand-sculpted putting surfaces; unique assortment of pot bunkers and elevated bunkers and two holes require those playing from blue tees to drive across the Resort’s international airport.

Although credited with designing the course, Dye is quick to point out that the “Teeth” was “definitely designed by the ‘man upstairs’.” In other words... “I created eleven holes and God created seven!” By far Dye’s personal favorite, the “Teeth of the Dog” opened in 1971 as a 6,888-yard, par 72-layout, with par 3’s celebrated by Golf Magazine. It attracts and challenges the best professionals and amateur golfers from around the globe. The Teeth of the Dog is ranked the #1 course in the Caribbean and is the only course in the area to be rated among the world’s top 100 courses, currently ranked at # 43 in the Golf Magazine!

Many experts would agree that most golfers take their swing too seriously. Learn the basics, practice a lot and stay out of your own way!

Here are the basic steps for a full and perfect golf swing:

• Grip the club with your left hand so that your thumb lies along the shaft. The line between your thumb and index finger should point toward your right eye. Wrap your right hand over your left so that your left thumb fits into the cup of the right palm. If you are left-handed, reverse these instructions.
• Stand with your feet about shoulder-width apart with your right foot pointing straight ahead and your left foot slightly to the left. Bend at your hips, keeping your back straight and your knees flexed. Distribute your weight evenly from front to back and left to right.
• For the backswing, shift your weight to your right foot. At the same time, tilt your shoulders vertically so that your left shoulder points down, and right shoulder points up. The left end of the club will be pointing approximately at or behind the ball. As you’re shifting your weight to your right foot, release to the instep of your left foot so you can get behind the ball. Ensure that your right foot, right hip and head are in a vertical line. Begin your backswing with your hands, followed immediately by your arms and shoulders. Don’t hurry. This won’t create a faster downswing. Keep your pace steady throughout your backswing. If you aren’t happy with your golf swing, this is one of the first corrections to try. Slow down your backswing.
• For the downswing and impact, start with your hips. Shift your weight to your left foot by leading with your hips in a slight lateral motion. Point the club end in your right elbow down at your right foot. At the same time, shift to the instep of your right foot so that most of your weight is on your left foot. Release your hips by rotating them through, so that your hips, belly button, and shoulders are facing the target. Your right toe is just balancing you, not supporting any weight. Hold the finish position. Look down the target line, not down at the ground.

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