The first step to a correct swing is gripping the club with your lead hand. It is essential that you have a good grip. If you don't, the result will be a rough day on the links. A proper grip is the base to your golf game. According to Golfing Valley, if you can learn the correct way to grip a golf club, you can end hooks and slices, and have a lower handicap.
Step 1
Place the base of the club in your left palm. For right-handed golfers, the left hand is your lead hand. According to Suyenchae, the club should be held at an angle with the pinkie of the left hand touching the grip along with the first joint of the index finger.
Step 2
Place your left thumb down the club shaft. According to Free Golf Swing Tips, the thumb should be facing down the grip and be slightly to the right of center.
Step 3
Wrap the rest of your fingers around the club. According to Suyenchae, in doing so, you should be able to see the knuckles and middle finger of your lead hand, and a V should be formed from your thumb and forefinger.
Tips and Warnings
- For a better idea of where the lead hand should be on the handle of the golf club, try grabbing the club with the right hand and place the club head on the ground. According to Free Golf Swing Tips, you should then let your left or lead hand hang naturally from your shoulder with your hand down the side of the golf club grip. This is where the lead hand is supposed to be.
- Do not use too much of your palm when gripping the club. Most of the focus should be on your fingers, specifically the last three on your lead hand. According to Golfing Valley, gripping the club too much in your palm limits wrist action and will lead to a loss of power and feel in your club. Placing the club more in the fingers increases the amount of wrist hinge, which increases the length of your shot and gives you a better feel for your club.
Things You'll Need
- Golf club(s)
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