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By admin, June 4, 2010 3:31 pm

“You keep picking up your head!”
“Don’t pull back on impact.”
“Follow through.”
“Slow down your backswing.”

Any of these sound familiar? Receiving a golf instruction tip can be very helpful – if you receive it and try to put it into practice. If I’m paired with someone and see a consistent mistake being made, I usually ask whether or not he wants to hear my observation. Many times, the response is positive and I get the joy of seeing someone improve in an aspect of their game. At the same time, I always want my playing partners to know they can let me know if they see any consistent problems with my swing.

Giving and receiving a golf instruction tip every round makes the game enjoyable and builds camaraderie with you and the guys you’re playing with.

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By admin, March 23, 2010 1:06 pm

If you could take just one golf tip, this would be the one. It’s all about your head, and more specifically, keeping your head on the course. Hitting straight shots and putting the ball close to the pin is all well and good, but a key golf tip is to make sure that you are thinking your way around the course. Far too many players leave shots out there just because they failed to think things through.

So you’re in the woods, and you think you can shoot a 4-foot gap between some trees. Sounds nice in ideal, but how realistic is that going to be? Don’t make huge mistakes, and your score will look at a lot better at the end of the round. The big numbers are what kill rounds.

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By admin, March 1, 2010 2:52 pm

The science of golf swing biomechanics is really starting to change the game. Many golfers are relying on new pieces of computer software that make use of biomechanics to analyze your swing and suggest corrections. Pros have been using golf swing biomechanics for years, but it’s a brand new thing for amateurs and recreational players to have access to this kind of technology.

Golf swing biomechanics are fairly effective when it comes to ironing out weaknesses, but you should always make sure you feel comfortable with your swing. Don’t change to something uncomfortable just because the software suggests it. Find a middle ground that feels right and still corrects the problem.

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By admin, December 22, 2009 1:02 pm

Almost everyone can shave strokes from their golf scores, but high-handicappers (15-up) have the opportunity to make the most significant improvement. The reason is simple: high-handicappers don’t hit many greens in regulation; consequently, they have to depend more on their short games.

Three short shots comprise the most important stroke-saving strategy: (1) chip shots, (2) pitch shots, (3) and sand shots. Don’t just grab your shag bag and head for the practice area to work on these shots. You must have the correct fundamentals; practicing poor habits is counterproductive.

Ask for advice from talented players or your club professional before you begin working on your short game. You can also learn the fundamentals from books, magazines, and videos, but nothing beats hands-on help.

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By admin, September 21, 2009 3:04 pm

The golf swing sequence can be broken down into four steps: address the ball, backswing, downswing, and follow through. Skip any of these four steps, and the result will be a poorly hit ball that misses its intended target.

Address the ball. Line up parallel to the ball with the top of club touching the inside of your thigh. The face of the club should be aimed at the target.

Backswing. Raise the club without hurry and with careful precision. The reason for the backswing is to position arms and club for the downswing.

Downswing. Move the hips, legs, and arms slightly toward the target, and move the club downward. Now is the time for speeding up the club, but keep the motion fluid.

Follow through. Don’t stop the swing after hitting the ball. Also keep your head down and focused on the ball until after the ball is hit.