Backswing & TakeawayBeginnerFixes: Poor Rotation

Halfway Back Stop and Feel Drill

Drill by Me and My Golf
Halfway Back Stop and Feel Drill execution specification and feel summary
Target FaultFocus Area
Poor RotationEarly Turn
Video walkthrough by Me and My Golf · drill starts at 7:39Watch on YouTube ↗

Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)

Provides instant feedback on the body's rotation (or lack thereof) in the first half of the backswing. Encourages the body to turn more in sync with the arms, preventing a hands-only start to the swing.

How to Perform the Drill

The coach gives no set rep count. Our general guideline: 3 sets of 10 slow rehearsal reps, then half swings with a ball, adding speed only once the steps feel natural.

  1. Swing back halfway and stop (when lead arm is parallel to the ground).

  2. Feel the amount of rotation achieved by your body.

  3. Hit the shot immediately with that same feeling of rotation in mind.

Swing Faults & Ball Flights Addressed

Amateur Early TurnHands-only swingLack of synchronization

Comprehensive Guides Featuring This Drill

Free Range Pass & Filming Guide

Going to the range to practice this drill?

Save your 1 Free AI Swing Analysis Credit now. We'll send your pass and our 2-minute camera setup checklist directly to your phone so you're ready when you step onto the mat.

No password required• 1 Free credit reserved• Zero spam

Already have a swing video on this device? Analyze it now

Related Practice Drills

View All Drills ↗