Fabien Gabarre is a French golf instructor who worked as a pro at Ecogolf Ariège-Pyrénées for more than 15 years and is the creator of numerous video training courses for Idée Golf. Here is a summary of his background, his teaching method, and his video lessons.
Who is Fabien Gabarre?
Fabien Gabarre is a golf instructor who has been particularly active at the’Ecogolf Ariège-Pyrénées, where he has helped thousands of golfers of all ages and skill levels improve their game.
He is also known for his online golf tip videos, published in *Idée Golf* and on YouTube. He is known for his ability to make technical golf concepts more accessible and easier to understand.
Fabien Gabarre's Career
Pro at Ecogolf Ariège-Pyrénées
Fabien Gabarre taught golf for more than 15 years at Ecogolf Ariège-Pyrénées, an 18-hole course located near La Bastide-de-Sérou, in the heart of the Ariège Pyrenees Regional Nature Park. There, he gave lessons and shared his tips for improving one’s game.
Educational Content Creator with Idée Golf
In 2016, he joined Idée Golf. Over the course of two years, the team worked with him to create more than 200 videos on YouTube and other platforms, as well as 13 training courses. Among them are “The 6+1 (New) Gates to Power,” focused on increasing distance; “Driving Attitude”; and “A Pro’s Short Game,” dedicated to wedges, pitch shots, and bunkers.
A New Career Path
Fabien Gabarre then announced that he was stepping down from his role as an instructor to pursue a new career. While he is no longer teaching at the club, his online video content remains a valuable resource for many golfers.
A Look at Fabien Gabarre's Career Highlights
| Field | Landmark |
|---|---|
| Club Instruction | A professional at Ecogolf Ariège-Pyrénées for more than 15 years |
| Golf Idea | Joined in 2016 |
| Production | More than 200 videos and 13 training courses in two years |
| Training Courses | The 6+1 Gates of Power, Driving Attitude, A Short Game |
Fabien Gabarre's Method: Simple Guidelines
His philosophy emphasizes simple techniques and clear guidelines for improving consistency and power without straining. He focuses on all aspects of the game, from the full swing to the short game, as well as strategy and the mental game.
Understanding the Slice
In his lesson on the left arm, he points out that a slice always results from an open clubface—either relative to the target or relative to the flight path—most often with an outside-in swing path. According to him, the famous “shoulder turn” is a misnomer: it is actually the left arm that moves away from the body during the downswing.
Increase Distance
His other lessons on the site focus on power: the rotation of the shoulders and hips among pros compared to that of amateurs, and ball position to help with the ball's trajectory—a useful tip, especially for seniors.
Fabien Gabarre's Lessons on Best Golf Tips
- Slice (Slice (correction of the…)): Keep your left arm in line with your feet during the downswing.
- Speed, Power, and Distance (Speed, Power, and Distance, Body Rotation, Driving): Pros rotate their shoulders twice as much and their hips four times as much as amateurs.
- Career Path and Seniors (Draw or Fade, Special for Seniors): A ball a little further to the left (for right-handed players).
Do you like Fabien Gabarre's simple guides? Be sure to check out the page on Florent Alès and that of Kevin Faivre.
FAQ About Fabien Gabarre
Who is Fabien Gabarre?
Fabien Gabarre is a French golf instructor who has been a pro at Ecogolf Ariège-Pyrénées for more than 15 years and has created numerous videos and training courses for Idée Golf.
Is Fabien Gabarre still teaching?
He announced that he was stepping down from his role as an instructor to pursue a new career. His videos and training courses remain available online.
What training programs has Fabien Gabarre created?
With Idée Golf, he designed, among others, *Les 6+1 Portes de la Puissance*, *Driving Attitude*, and *Un Petit Jeu de Pro*, as part of 13 training programs developed over two years.
What lessons by Fabien Gabarre can you find on Best Golf Tips?
The site offers three summary lessons: the left arm during the downswing to prevent a slice, the pros' rotation for distance, and ball position for trajectory.
