This Golf Lesson Changed my LIFE!

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The speaker struggled with chipping in golf, sought help from coach Dan Greaves, and found improved technique and confidence post-lesson. Techniques focused on grip pressure, backswing length, bounce usage, and specific wrist positions to enhance short game performance.

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The speaker underwent a transformative lesson with coach Dan Greaves, leading to enhanced confidence and technique in their short game, emphasizing the pivotal role of proper grip pressure, backswing length, and a finesse-oriented mindset.
Dan Greaves' coaching focused on modernizing the speaker's approach to short game by emphasizing the use of bounce, flat stance, and specific wrist positions to prevent digging into the ground, showcasing a shift towards softer shots and improved control through nuanced adjustments in setup and execution.

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Recent questions

How can I improve my chipping in golf?
By focusing on technique, grip pressure, and backswing length.
What are some tips for softer shots in golf?
Utilize bounce, spin, and maintain light grip pressure.
How can I prevent digging into the ground during shots?
Focus on wrist position, club face angle, and hitting behind the ball.
What are some tips for bunker play in golf?
Adjust stance and wrist angles for more loft and spin.
How can I improve my short game accuracy in golf?
Practice on an up-slope, focus on bounce, and maintain light grip pressure.

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Summary

00:00

Improving Short Game Technique with Dan Greaves

The speaker acknowledges their struggle with chipping in golf, attributing it to technique and confidence issues.
They sought help from renowned coach Dan Greaves at Woburn for a lesson to improve their short game.
The speaker expresses newfound confidence and improved technique post-lesson with Dan Greaves.
They highlight their fear and lack of proficiency in chipping, preferring to use a putter in certain situations.
The speaker reflects on their childhood proficiency in short game and how it deteriorated over time due to a focus on long shots.
Dan Greaves emphasizes the importance of technique and mental approach in short game, focusing on grip pressure and backswing length.
Dan encourages the speaker to relax their grip, lengthen their backswing, and incorporate more rotation in their short game swings.
The coach advises the speaker to transition from a long game mindset to a softer, more finesse-oriented approach in short game.
Dan Greaves modernizes the speaker's short game technique, emphasizing the use of bounce and flat stance for better control.
The coach fine-tunes the speaker's setup, focusing on hand position, shoulder alignment, and grip tension for improved chipping accuracy.

12:30

Golf Swing Tips for Improved Performance

Establish a pivot line between foot, knee, hip, shoulder, and left ear for better balance.
Ensure chest bone is in front of the ball for a good setup.
Focus on a wider arm swing for more depth and a longer backswing.
Allow the club to swing out more by maintaining light grip pressure.
Implement different releases, like Release One pointing at the hip after the ball.
Maintain pressure on the ball and focus on a longer swing for better results.
Emphasize the importance of the left shoulder working up and around for a longer swing.
Use arms with a natural fold for better control and longer reach.
Work on creating an arc in the swing rather than a linear movement.
Adjust technique for softer shots, utilizing bounce and spin for better results.

26:24

Golf Tips for Soft Shots and Emergency Use

Instructions on using an emergency tool with red letters for emergency use only, requiring breaking glass for access.
Emphasizing the need for a softer setup for extreme situations in golf, focusing on ball position and lie.
Utilizing the bounce of the golf club for shots with a good lie, contrasting it with a hard pan lie.
Highlighting the importance of using the middle section of the bounce for shots, with a demonstration of a discolored club bottom from frequent use.
Adjusting setup with ball position, grip pressure, and club face angle for better shot execution.
Encouraging a specific wrist position and club face angle to prevent digging into the ground during shots.
Demonstrating hitting behind the ball with the bounce of the club to avoid digging in and taking a divot.
Emphasizing the importance of wrist mechanics and softness in executing shots successfully.
Adjusting setup for higher shots with a different club, focusing on ball position, handle position, and shoulder relaxation.
Teaching a release technique for softer shots, emphasizing a gradual release and club head support.

39:47

Improving Short Game Shots with Bounce

The speaker hit 10-12 shots without creating divots, showcasing improvement in their short game.
Practicing on an up-slope helps prevent divots and improves the feeling of hitting the ball.
Using the bounce of the club is emphasized for better results in shots.
Hitting the ball within five inches of the target with the bounce on can still yield good results.
A focus on hitting the ball slightly back can improve shots, even if not perfectly executed.
The speaker advises hitting the ball within five inches of the target for good results.
A training exercise involves a long backswing followed by a short shot to encourage a soft follow-through.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of a slow and smooth downswing for better results in shots.
Using a training club can help improve the feeling of transition and release in the swing.
Tips for bunker play include adjusting stance and wrist angles to achieve more loft and spin in shots.

56:06

Mastering Shot Height with Proper Release

To achieve height in a shot, focus on getting low and ensuring the pads come off the grip during the swing.
Releasing the pads off the grip allows for more spin and height in the shot.
For higher shots, open the clubface, cut the wrist angle to the maximum, and add more speed at impact.
Soft sand requires a full release, while firm sand needs a more controlled release to avoid blading the shot.
Different release patterns are crucial for various lies, with a shorter swing and a dig needed for sand shots.

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