Full Swing & TempoBeginnerFixes: Reverse pivot

Continuous Motion (Right Left Drill)

Curated PGA Drill by US GOLF TV

Focus Area

Rhythm

Rep Guidance

3 sets of 10 slow rehearsal reps

Equipment

Golf club, alignment stick (optional)

Skill Level

Beginner

Video walkthrough by US GOLF TVWatch on YouTube ↗

Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)

Forces the weight to follow the club in continuous motion (club right, weight right; club left, weight left). This eliminates the reverse pivot habit where the club and weight move in opposite directions, helping you find natural rhythm and balance.

How to Perform the Drill

Follow these step-by-step instructions. Rehearse slowly to build proper motor patterns before adding full swing speed.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    In your pre-swing routine, swing the club continuously back to the right, then forward to the left, without stopping.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Repeat the 'Right, Left, Right, Left' motion two to three times.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Focus on the feeling of the club and your weight moving in unison.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step into your shot with that rhythmic feeling.

What Good Feels Like

Focus on smooth tempo and maintaining body connection through impact. Your body and club should move as a single synchronized unit.

Common Mistake to Avoid

Rushing transition before completing backswing or lunging upper body forward towards ball at impact. Keep movement controlled.

Swing Faults & Ball Flights Addressed

Reverse pivotPoor Weight ShiftLack of RhythmInconsistent Contact

Comprehensive Guides Featuring This Drill

How to Improve Weight Shift in the Golf Swing

Improve weight shift by loading pressure into your trail foot early in the backswing, then shifting it to your lead side to start the downswing: before the arms or club move. Most golfers do this backwards: they reverse pivot going back, then hang on the trail foot at impact. Fix the sequence with step and pressure drills, not a lateral slide.

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