Learning to play the game of golf is a challenging experience. Anyone who has watched the top pros play the game with ease and consistency understands what the game looks like when it is played at the top level. However, learning how to swing the club consistently takes time and effort. It takes many hours at the practice tee and playing many rounds before most golfers start to believe they will hit the ball well and start putting low numbers down on the scorecard.
Step 1
Address the ball properly before you take your swing. A big part of swinging the club well is being aimed properly. Make sure your left shoulder is facing directly at the target--for a right-handed golfer. Your left foot needs to be directly underneath your left shoulder. Your feet should be shoulder-width apart. The ball should be about one ball length closer to your front foot than your back foot. Your knees should be bent in an athletic position so you can transfer your weight from your back leg to your front leg.
Step 2
Grip the club with the correct pressure. If you grip the club too tightly, your ability to turn your body as you swing will be limited. If you grip the club too loosely, the club head will not remain in place as you make contact with the ball. Grip the club at a about a "6" on a scale of 1 to 10. That's the same as a firm handshake with a business partner.
Step 3
Shift your weight to your back leg as you begin your backswing. You are not just swinging the club with your hands and arms. You have to bring all your weight and momentum into your shot in order to hit it accurately and for distance. You accomplish this by transferring your weight to your back leg as you bring the club into the launch position. Once you have gotten to the top of your swing, you begin your downswing by transferring your weight forward.
Step 4
Begin a downward movement with your hands as your weight goes from your backside to your front side. Focus your vision on the rear and center portion of the ball. When you make contact, your front side should be firm and your left arm should be straight.
Step 5
Finish your swing with a strong follow through. Your club head should be at shoulder height when you finish swinging the club. Many new and high-handicap golfers will take their eye off the ball and stop their swing shortly after contact because they want to see the ball fly down the fairway. Let your playing partners admire your shot. You must keep your head down and finish the swing in order to hit a consistent shot.
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