A proper golf drive swing is the foundation of your game as a player. Your distance and accuracy from the tee will determine your ability to achieve birdie and par scores on a consistent basis. Your swing must be powerful and remain on a consistent flight plane to ensure your ball is hit straight and true. Stance, grip and technique are important areas to practice when you are trying to achieve a proper golf drive swing.
Step 1
Line up to hit your golf drive by adopting a side-on stance to the golf ball. The Golf Tips Mag website recommends that to add distance to your golf drive you should stand with a wide, rock-solid base. Keep your body weight on the balls of your feet and bend your knees, leaning slightly into the ball. Your feet should be parallel and you should be able to draw an imaginary straight line through your feet to the intended target.
Step 2
Grip the club effectively to help with distance and accuracy. Holding the club in your left hand (if you are a right-handed player), the club should run from approximately 1/4 inch above the joint of your middle finger. The club should also run at an angle past the joint of your middle finger. Wrap your fingers around the club shaft, and bring your right hand down to grip the club shaft below your left hand. Rest the little finger of your right hand into the groove formed by the first and second fingers on your left hand.
Step 3
Bring back the club and swivel your hips and leg with your backswing. Generate power on your drive by bringing the club back as far as possible. Researchers from the University of Alaska Fairbanks studied the swing of Tiger Woods. They explained that at the back of his swing, Woods utilizes his flexibility to reach far back, extending his range of motion while keeping his rotating torso directly above his right leg.
Step 4
Generate power on your drive by swinging down on the ball in a fast and powerful fashion. Woods generates club-head velocity by turning his torso quickly and pressing his right leg forward. To maintain accuracy, your swing must stay on a consistent plane, with the center of your club face making sound contact with the ball. Your hips, shoulders and wrists will all generate force to hit the ball with power and distance.
Step 5
Follow through fully after hitting the ball. In one motion your club should maintain its plane of flight and end up by your shoulder or back. Your follow-through should be a smooth and consistent motion. Stopping sharply after contact will reduce distance of your golf shot and increase the chances of a hook or slice. A full and smooth follow-through is an important aspect of a proper golf drive swing.
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