The Non-Slice Grip

The only reason a golf ball slices is that the clubface is OPEN at impact.  The primary reason the clubface returns open is due to a weak or unbalanced grip.  The fix is a relatively simple one, but requires a sound understanding of the proper grip and a good amount of practice. Grip Fundamentals The club should…

Weekend Golfer Musts….

If you are lucky, you get a chance to play golf about once a week, so with very little time to practice or play, how can you improve your golf game? First, you must start with fundamentals. Correct grip, posture and aim are essential to improving your swing. Jack Nicklaus states in his book, “How…

Your ball is talking to you???

Do you wish you could see your golf swing? Everyone can learn how to “see” their own swing by learning how to analyze their ball flight. We’ve all gotten feedback on the course from our friends about what we can fix with our swing; however your best bet is to learn how to give yourself…

Building a Backswing

PGA Professional Tom Ream says that following a series of checkpoints can help you achieve a proper backswing. The tendency to raise your body in the backswing can be caused by your address position being out of shape, inhibiting your ability to turn your torso and resulting in a lift of your arms that changes…

Putting Basics

putting can be broken down into three simple segments, mechanics, distance control, and green reading.  This section will be dedicated to the basics and mechanics of putting. Set up 1.Grip: palms face each other and both thumbs down center of shaft 2. Aim: set putter blade square to target at address 3. Stance: feet, knees,…

In light rough it is essential that we minimize the amount of grass contacted between the clubface and the ball at impact.  Your normal swing will approach to shallow (or level) to the ground causing the hosel of the club to become entangled with the long grass.  This will close the clubface before impact, resulting…

There are three keys to hitting a low, boring, penetrating (commonly known as the punch shot) through the wind or under tree limbs. At address, aim the leading edge of the clubface perpendicular to your target line.  Align your feet, knees, hips and shoulders parallel to the target line; a square set-up. Set the hands…

The most common request for help comes in a cry for consistency. While it is doubtful that anyone will master the game and hit every shot perfectly, there is one way we can guarantee a more consistent game.  All the top players and instructors agree on one thing.  In order to build a consistent swing…

When trying to establish a pre-shot routine and the importance of the address position always remember to GASP – Grip, Aim, Stance, Posture.  In order to swing all of your clubs on plane it is essential to establish the correct posture.  Posture is the correct tilt to your spine and the right amount of knee…

The importance of Proper “Club-Fitting”

Have you been “fit” correctly? There are two distinctly different styles of club-fitting in the industry today. Dynamic Fitting and Static Fitting. To determine which method is best for you, you must first decide what type of player you would like to become. Dynamic fitting involves hitting balls off of a “Lie Board” and trying…