Understanding the Center of Your Swing
| Target Fault | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Poor setup | Setup/Impact Center |
Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)
Controlling the swing center (under the armpit) is crucial for straight shots [1:58]. Ball position off the lead heel is linked to this center, promoting a high likelihood of a straight hit [2:30]. Hitting left of center results in a slice/pull, while hitting right of center results in a push/hook [1:27, 1:33].
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.
Identify your swing's center: It is directly underneath your armpit.
Ball Position: For straight drives, place the ball consistently off your lead heel.
Weight Distribution: Start with weight evenly distributed.
Spine Tilt: Place the driver in the middle of your stance, then tilt slightly so the clubhead points at your lead heel.
Visualization: Practice small swings focusing on bringing the clubhead back right underneath your lead shoulder.
Swing Faults & Ball Flights Addressed
Comprehensive Guides Featuring This Drill
A hook happens because your clubface is closed relative to your swing path at impact. Fix it by neutralizing a too-strong grip, stopping your hands from rolling the face shut through impact, and correcting an excessive in-to-out path or a trail arm that gets stuck behind your body in the downswing.
Fix golf posture by hinging from the hips, not rounding the upper back (C-posture) or over-arching the lower back (S-posture), with a neutral spine tilted over the ball. Then train yourself to keep that tilt through impact, because posture you lose mid-swing costs you the same strikes as posture you never had.
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