Backswing & TakeawayBeginnerFixes: Disconnected Takeaway

Simple One Piece Takeaway

Drill by Jon Watts
Simple One Piece Takeaway execution specification and feel summary
Target FaultFocus Area
Disconnected TakeawayTakeaway
Video walkthrough by Jon Watts · drill starts at 1:25Watch on YouTube ↗

Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)

Ensures the shoulders turn on a tilted axis (steep) rather than turning flat. Also guarantees that the arms and torso move as a connected unit.

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. Place a lightweight stick (tour stick or alignment rod) across your chest, just above elbows and under the arms.

  2. Take the club away, ensuring the arms stay engaged with the body.

  3. Check that the stick tilts downwards on the target side (left side for righties).

  4. Ensure the lead arm works across the chest and pressure loads into the trail foot.

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