The Simplest Golf Swing Ever - This Basic Move is Ball Striking Perfection Every Time
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- This easy move makes the golf swing very simple. Any golfer can do this swing to hit it like Ben Hogan!
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My philosophy is wholly based on the student having a fun, meaningful experience in a frustrating and complicated game where potential lifelong golfers either quit because it is too difficult or that they experience some form of swing-related pain or discomfort. I mitigate these problems by focusing entirely on the student’s needs and goals while teaching a golf swing method that ultimately takes stress off of the common pain areas of the swing.
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Same swing for your woods
@SagutoGolf Hi Tom, I am a complete newbie. Just started playing for the last 3 months. I have taken lessons but THIS video alone is worth a million bucks!!! I was focusing on way too many things for my swing and your 1 simple technique just helped me solidify everything together. I watched this vid last night and today, at the driving range, I could not believe I've made contact with my ball 80% of the time. A million thanks for giving me confidence back to my swing. Golf is now fun again!!! Cheers!
I've commented before how much your videos have helped my golf game. So I'm just giving an update.
Last year my 9i was my 135 club, now it's 150-155. Every club has stretched out by about 20 yards. And I'm hitting the ball so crisp and straight.
I thought maybe it was just at the course I play regularly. But last Sunday I played a course I've only played once before and shot a 78. Tuesday I shot a 74 and last night I played 9 and shot a 38 and my driver is consistently 275-290.
I am amazed and appreciative, I have sent multiple people to your channel.
That's outstanding, John!!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words and support, and I am very glad to learn of your tremendous improvements in distance and scoring. You've obviously done an excellent job digesting the lesson content, incorporating it into your swing, and taking ownership of it.
Thanks for sharing your success, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
Congrats 🎉
Listen man, I've never hit so many effortless draws in my life, been hitting the ball so clean and pure since watching and applying the tips from your videos, it's incredible, not to mention curing my constant slice with the driver, these videos are gold
Well done, Phillip!! I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating so well with you. Awesome job incorporating these lessons into your swing!
Thanks for sharing your success and enjoy that beautiful new ball flight!!
Tom
What videos? My swing is in shambles 😭
@chad williams - This channel has plenty of lesson videos. Really, though, the online school is the best place to learn this swing properly and sequentially in a comprehensive, structured environment. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course: go.saguto.golf/
TS
@@SagutoGolf Do you give lessons?
Tom, I have been playing for about nine months now and was so frustrated until I found your page. I’m not saying I’m great or anything but my goodness I have improved so much because of your content. Thank you so much.
I am very glad to learn that my channel's instruction is resonating well with you, Tony - you've obviously done an excellent job digesting the lesson content and incorporating it into your swing!!
Thanks for sharing your success, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
PS: If you like my channel's content, then I'm rather certain you will really enjoy and benefit from the comprehensive, structured learning platform for all the finer aspects of the swing (and the game in general) in my online school. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
The way golf should be taught!!!!!!! Love your attitude and your style! Just with other golf Pros had the same attitude!!!!!! Excellent!
I sincerely appreciate the kind words, Scott, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and style are resonating with you!!
Have fun out there!
Tom
I started trying this swing the last couple of weeks after getting tired of inconsistent iron play. It has been an incredible help in hitting the ball cleaner and more consistent. I just have less going on now. One of the keys to me is not rushing the swing so I have good tempo. The other thing is being more concerned with good contact and not trying to hit hard. Now, my swing probably doesn't look like the video, but the results have been great.
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content is resonating well with you, Nick. Nice job incorporating it into your swing so quickly!!
By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks for sharing your success and keep up the great work!!
Tom
I’ve been on the super struggle shank bus for the last 2 months with my Irons. I hadn’t even practiced this yet and took it straight to the first tee yesterday and had the best ball striking round And most fun 🤩 on the course I’ve had in a looooong time. I’m never going back to a different swing. Thanks Tom keep up the Stellar video lessons!!!
That's awesome, @WineHo888!! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing on the fly like that!!
Thanks for sharing your success, keep up the great work, and most importantly - keep having fun out there!!
Tom
PS: Speaking of "never going back to a different swing", have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Additionally, you'll find all my short game content (putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play), advanced level courses on shot shaping and power/distance, diagnostic and corrective tools for resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues, and much more there. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Took this swing to the range tonight and was compliment on my swing 🤣 can't wait to see this in action tomorrow 👏
Awesome!! I hope it plays well for you!!
Buzzing, it took me a few shots to get confident, but shot under 50 on my back 9 which for me is great, and even then could have been better if I hadn't of hit a few trees I thought I could curve the ball around 🤣
Funny how we only seem to hit the straight shots when we don't want to....😆
Fantastic job despite the lumberjacking. Keep up the great work!!
LISTEN TO THIS GUY!!!! JUST FOLLOW HIS INSTRUCTIONS!
This is pure gold. This is what every beginner golfer should be taught.
I have only 1 y. experience in golf and discovered this "dead arms" move on my own, a few months ago, it was such a game-changer, then found these vids...
A few days ago my friend came to a range for the very first time, he had a scheduled lesson, but the coach got sick, and the lesson was canceled. I was there and so he won't waste time and give up I showed him this idea.
And imagine this... 47 y.o. guy hits 150 meters with 7 iron like 7 out of 10 shots. After an HOUR of practicing. Yeah, these bad 3 are fats or tops, coz he forgets and tries to sway. But it was really 1 hour of practicing.
I think that coaches and pros do not teach this so that they can charge you for lessons again and again.
I'm very glad to know that my instruction has helped you and your friend, @MrMartwy - nice job not only learning it but also teaching it!!
Thanks for your kind words and support, and keep up the great work!!
TS
I always just come back here when I start getting out to the weeds mentally and lose my focus on the basics of the easiest golf swing brought to you by the best hair in golf. 👍
Rather than come back, why not just stay here where those weeds are perpetually suppressed with regular pre-emergent treatments?......😎
Seriously, there are entire sections of my online school dedicated to diagnosing and resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues. Have you looked into it? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish. At just $14.99/month or $149.99 per year the value in terms of what you get for that price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet.
Anyway, welcome back to my Weed & Feed zone, and I’ll be certain to let Stacy my hair stylist know that she has another fan….
Tom
very good ....truly simple and repeatable
Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
TS
Tom, I want to thank you so much! You my friend fixed the worst part of my game! I couldn't hit my irons at all. Everytime I tried I would hit the ball FAT. Sometimes the beaver pelt would go farther than the ball. No longer does that happen. The last three rounds I've played I've hit my irons pure. Thank you!
I am very glad to learn that my channel's instruction has benefited your game to such an extent!! You've obviously done an excellent job digesting the lesson content, incorporating it into your swing, and taking ownership of it!!
Thanks for sharing your success, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
Hai, Sagutosaan you have Honored Ben Hogan with extra ordinary magnitude as a result you have my extra ordinary Gratitude ! you have done it again .
I am wholly unaware of any other order of magnitude with which Mr. Hogan should be honored.....😎
Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
Tom
Thanks for this, Tom. How do you initiate your downswing move though? Is it by lowering into the ground to throw the club, or what?
I would think, and the video seems to confirm, Tom still starts the downswing with the lateral slide of the lead hip, along the foot line.
How to initiate the downswing is a loaded question, Zach, because it is so dependent on individual tendencies that I cannot give a generalized answer, and what I personally feel will not help you (plus, our feels can change from week to week). If I tell you that it's a lateral hip slide but your downswing already naturally has sufficient forward force, then you'll hit pushes and/or hooks all day long, and if I tell you to rotate your hips but you are already naturally applying enough outward force, then your destination is pull/slice city. I could also say the shoulders, or dropping the hands, or getting the lead arm off the chest, or rolling your trail foot targetward, or increasing pressure into the lead leg, etc. The key ultimately is what performs best for you. This is why I try to convey multiple feels or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the same desired positions, motions, and ball striking results.
This one reason is why the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school is so effective, and why so many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while providing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course: go.saguto.golf/
TS
This is the swing I want. Great stuff. But if anyone films me I see that I actually swing loads further back than I feel I do. Any hint to get the correct end of backswing.
By the way, are you in Switzerland? I can hear those cows with bells around their neck in the background 😂🇨🇭
Great content 👍
LOL! No - definitely not in Switzerland, Andy.....😎
The key here is get to - but not go beyond - your body's natural stopping point in the backswing where the tilting, turning, and extending motions are complete, the lead arm has crossed the chest 45 degrees, and the wrists are properly set (preferably with a flat or slightly bowed lead wrist). This is the point where if we were to try to go any further any or all of the following will occur:
1) the lead arm will bend and/or lift
2) the wrists will break down
3) the lead knee will kick inward towards the trail side
4) the lead shoulder will level out and lose its orientation towards the ball
5) weight will shift into the trail side and bring the low point back with it, resulting in inconsistent contact and unpredictable ball flight
6) you'll "chicken wing" and/or flip through impact
7) pain, discomfort, and/or possible injury
We don't need to try to get to "parallel" with this swing, and fighting your body in an attempt to do so will result in some combination of the above issues. If you execute this swing properly you will have created width and plenty of distance for that club to travel by taking it in deep, and that will enable you to harness the tremendous power source known as "angular momentum".
Here is a channel episode that may help: ruclips.net/video/lw5ZHa529Kk/видео.html
Really, though, the online school is the best place to learn this swing properly and sequentially in a comprehensive, structured environment. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Cheers!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf thanks for the consise reply 👍
My pleasure, Andy!
absolutely your'e top 20 ever in game teach
You are far too kind, but thank you so much!!!
Tom
Love your approach to keeping it simple... :-)
Thanks Aaron - I'm very glad to know that you are enjoying my instruction content and style!!
Tom
Your teachings are simple to follow, and when I was pushing my irons left, I'm a lefty, I was weight shifted on my backside. My elbow was tight to my side and I was still pushing it missing the greens. It looks like Hogan's weight stays more on front leg?
Mr. Hogan had that brief shift into the trail side and he was then loaded into his front side by the time he got to the top. Here's a lesson video which may offer some clarity in this regard: ruclips.net/video/GYRCd7WMoSI/видео.html
By the way, have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course: go.saguto.golf/
TS
Saguto Rocks. Simple..
Thanks @SiJRa - I appreciate that!!
didn't know Joe from YOU could give such a good golf lesson
Would you recommend turning your lead inside elbow to about 12/1 o'clock on the start of your backswing?
Hi Paul,
I don't teach any contrived manipulations in the takeaway. Here's a recent lesson in this regard: ruclips.net/video/xakleIvXKxQ/видео.html
By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning about the swing in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
TS
Thomas. You've cleaned up your act. No more Elvis. By the way great video. You know what your doing. Keep it simple works. Thanks again. Old John
I'll never be completely cleaned up, Old John, but I'm glad you're enjoying my videos nonetheless....😎
TS
Best I like
Thanks - I am glad you enjoyed this video!
I totally agee that Harold Varner Is the perfect swing model and that there are real similarities with Hogan's swing. Both players "describe an arc" in the backswing; but, there is one major difference between the two swings. When you look closely you can see that Hogan narrows the separation of his arms in the downswing. However, I actually favour the way Harold starts his downswing. Hogan, narrows the separation bewtween his arms, in the start of his downswing, by fully activating the muscles in the left side of his right forearm; which is just way beyond my capability. I have never even tried it. But, you can see Hogan do this in slow mo drill. I do, at least try to keep the muscles flexed in the left side of my right forearm, in the downswing, but this is not quite the same. I will leave the Hogan downswing secret with you; but, to be honest I'm not entirely sure it is the modern game.
But, the modern game still has not yet caught up with a lot things that Hogan did, such as using the legs as a pivot- as described in the "follow the sun pivot scene" vid. And, when you look closely at the 1948 U.S Open you can see that Hogan raised the position of his hands in the waggle. He did this by using the flexor retinaculum and the digiti minimi, in his left hand, as anatagonistic opposites. And, this clearly enabled him to swing the club back very much on an inside arc.
There are indeed many things Mr. Hogan did that the modern game had not caught up with - partly because some of what he felt (and described) differed from what he actually did, and partly because his saying that "the secret is in the dirt" is about as clear as mud to the clueless masses who seek to mimic him. Anyway, thanks for the deep analytical detail. It's quite technical, but likely much closer to his real "dirt" than the vast majority of guessers out there will ever be.
And yes - I really like HV3's swing and look forward to his breakthrough victory!
@@SagutoGolf yes, that's just it. but, i used the term digiti minimi and flexor retinaclum instead of heel pad and wrist joint; to highlight the fact that when you look at the antatomical structure of the hand you can see that the ligaments in the digiti minimi and the fibrous tissue in the flexor retinaculum, are connected to one another. And, this helps us to understand how the heel pad and the wrist, in the left hand, work as antagonistic opposites in the waggle. the heel pad presses to the left to waggle the club back and the wrist joint presses in to return to the ball, but the heel pad resists against the wrist joint as it returns the club to the club to the ball. with hogan the heel pad and the wrist joint reacted against one another so forcefully that it raised the position of his hands.
But, with reference to the whole "secret's in the dirt" thing, it is interesting that Hogan said, in one of his last interviews, that anyone who plays golf, as a career, is "standing at God's feet". So, in a way, it may be that he was saying that the game of golf has been bestowed upon us by grand design- i based by golf poem on this- and, that the way we are built, and the way the planet has been created, was all done so as we could play the game of golf. And, whether this is true, or not, i do think that we should not just put our belief in our own golf swing; but in the golf swing, itself. And, for me, the whole secret in the dirt thing is about how the feet react on the ground. And, the feet are dependent on the law of gravity- which tells us that any opposing force is met with an equal an opposite force. The feet may react against the hands and arm, in the swing; but If the ground did not react against the feet there would no golf.
You need to open a chain of fast food stores..Saguto's Crispies...😎
LOL!! I'll consider it, Marybeth!! 😆
(The Colonel may not be happy, though....)
TS
@@SagutoGolf 🤣
I love the approach, but bro... your comments really make this video worth watching..... "crispy KFC divot"... amazing entertainment and education
Thanks! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and "lesson and a show" teaching style are resonating with you!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”.: go.saguto.golf/ If you haven't already worked through it, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
A certain PGA tourney champ I once caddied for had that mark on his irons.... Only it was about the size of a dime. 😉
Mine is slightly larger only because the ball flattens into a pancake at impact. # ExtraCrispyCompression....😆
Tom is the best coach online, no bullshit, waffle, complicated jargon. His easy to understand, fun to listen to and the advise he gives works.
My ball striking has improved 10 fold since ive watched his videos. Weight forward take club back untill left shoulder is under chin, replace left shoulder with right sholder the hands follow and you hit crisp golf balls all day
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Jason, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity and simplicity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction!
Thanks so much for your support in sharing your dramatic ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom
PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. And here's a link to my free mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Amazing as always Tom
Thanks pro!!
This is the absolute holy grail of golf. The best golf lesson I have even seen. Thanks Tom for the joy and smiles you have brought to my golf game - Sanver
I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated so well with you, Sanver!!
Thanks for sharing your success and enjoyment!!
Tom
Tom, thank you for this! The golf swing has never been so simple until I found your RUclips channel. You're the man!!
My pleasure! I'm glad you enjoyed this episode, and I sincerely appreciate your comments regarding my instruction in general!!
Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Tom, I was essentially a complete beginner last year and have been watching your videos..I shot a 92 today thanks to you ☺️
Wow! That is AWESOME!! I'm very glad to know that my instruction content is resonating well with you.
Thanks for sharing your success, keep up the great work, and we'll see you soon in the 80's!!!
TS
I started stack and tilt in April, aged 56 and having played over 40 years. I expected to maybe have a season of adjustment as this is quite a change. I thought my actual results might inspire people:
1. Lowest handicap 6.8 previous best 9.0.
2. Two holes in 1 - previously none.
3. Three other shots over 50 yards holed.
4. Lowest ever score 67 - 2 under - previous best 68.
5. First ever back to back eagles.
And I feel like I am still only a beginner with this, sometimes I have rounds where my low point is spot on every shot but some other rounds my low point control is a bit loose. So thanks Tom!
That is absolutely awesome, Chris - I appreciate you sharing your fantastic first-year S&T successes!! That is indeed inspiring, and a wonderful testimonial for a body-friendly, consistent, powerful, and low-maintenance swing system that does not rely on timing and impeccable hand-eye coordination.
Now, have you considered joining the online school and taking your game to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying and resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping and power/distance. So many folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf
Thanks again and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Omg. Great tip. Shot a 71 today! .Ball was exploding off the club. Ps I'm 61 years old. Played from blue tees. Thanks Tom you're the man!
That's *AWESOME,* Richard!! I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated so well with you!!
Thanks for sharing your fabulous round and keep up the great work!!
Tom
I never realized how short Ben Hogan's backswing was. Once in a while on the range I accidentally make what feels like a short backswing to me and the ball just takes off like a cruise missile. Instead of just going with that, I get the stupid idea in my head that if I took a longer backswing I could hit the ball even father. I have to stop that and do what results in good shots and not worry about what my swing looks like. No one cares if I have to hit a 6-iron into a green instead of a 7 or 8. From now on, my mantra is "Short and simple, focus on a dimple!"
Hi Jim,
You may enjoy this episode on swinging shorter: ruclips.net/video/lw5ZHa529Kk/видео.html
The key in this regard is to avoid going beyond your body's natural stopping point in the backswing where the tilting, turning, and extending motions are complete, the lead arm has crossed the chest 45 degrees, and the wrists are properly set (preferably with a flat or slightly bowed lead wrist). This is the point where if we were to try to go any further any or all of the following will occur:
1) the lead arm will bend and/or lift
2) the wrists will break down
3) the lead knee will kick inward towards the trail side
4) the lead shoulder will level out and lose its orientation towards the ball
5) weight will shift into the trail side and bring the low point back with it, resulting in inconsistent contact and unpredictable ball flight.
6) you'll "chicken wing" and/or flip through impact
7) pain, discomfort, and/or possible injury
Have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course: go.saguto.golf/
TS
I saw Varner III the other day and thought: "Yes! Tom would approve!"
I guess I'm gettin' what you're preachin'
The good thing is, now I have a model, a system.
I don't look at other great players and think "Maybe I should try THAT..."
Because I know this model works ... and is easier to master.
He's not pure stack and tilt, but ... his swing is much simpler than most: back and forth, right elbow tucked in. Beautiful. Wonderful. Like mashed potatoes and gravy ; )
Indeed, Justin - but what is "pure" Stack & Tilt? The system affords considerable leeway. Consider Charlie Wi, Mike Bennett, and Grant Waite, for example. Three different swings, all well within the realm of S&T!
Yes - I love Harold's very simple yet very consistent and powerful move! Much to be garnered from that.
TS
Great video, Tom. I just seemed to correct most all of my swing flaws after about 5 mins. I thought I was doing this swing, but I apparently not, as I've been all over the place. This also looks like Matt Kutcher's swing .. a model of consistency.
Great - I'm glad this one connected all the dots for you, @DP!!
TS
Ya, just wait till next week. Lol
Can’t wait to try this out
I’m French and I love the easy way you teach "the golf swing" !!! After all those years I’m playing I try to change my swing to become a "Saguto player" 😂😂😂
Just one thing: you speak too quickly for the old Frenchman I am 😂😂😂
I would love to join your lessons but I’m afraid to not understand well…
Anyway thank you for all your videos.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Robert, and I am very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
In case you are not aware, you can manually adjust the playback speed of any YT video by clicking on the settings button at the lower right side of the video player. So if I am going too fast for you in a particular video, try slowing it down to .75 speed.
Thanks again for your message and support, and keep up the great work!
Tom
PS: If you have not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you will find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. At just $14.99/month or $149.99 per year the value in terms of what you get for that price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet.
And if you would like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ That is where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner.
I really appreciate your goal of keeping things simple. I hate getting to the ball and having 7 things in my head that I'm trying to juggle.
Golf is indeed a very difficult sport, Chris, but if we can simplify the swing so as not to rely on timing and/or exceptional hand-eye coordination, then we can achieve consistently great results without having to continuously work so hard. So we put in the time and effort on the front end to build the swing, and then we can enjoy low maintenance, powerful, predictable, body-friendly ballstriking bliss for the rest of our lives!
To this end, here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks! I'm glad you are enjoying my content!!
Tom
Tom,
My buddy took me golfing for the first time in April to a public course while I was going through a tough time. With just a few tips from him, after 25 years of never golfing I fell in love.
Your videos have taught me how to swing in a way I can understand and apply. You’ve been the main person helping me on this new hobby.
It’s not perfect yet but I’m developing a consistent and uncomplicated swing with your help.
My older brother and I golfed for the first time together at his country club which is a relatively hard course and he couldn’t believe how good my swing was for being new and not having lessons. Lots of room for improvement but I was PLAYING the game, getting the ball down the fairway, no frustration, no holding up the group, and a great time on a beautiful day. Thank you so much!!! You’re the man!
I’m going to keep watching and improving and will probably be signing up for your website sooner rather than later.
That's awesome, Kyle - I'm thrilled to learn of your improvement and resulting enjoyment!!
Thanks for sharing that, and I look forward to seeing you in the school soon!!
TS
Tom. .. love your tips. . but I still have trouble with weight shift. Advice? I know you keep more weight on your left side
Hi Al,
While there are certainly plenty of videos on my channel that address this topic, a better option would be my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system including the weight-forward element - as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
Thanks,
Tom
I love your approach and premise - some of these coaches analyzing the Hogan swing are unwatchable I turned off two videos today it was pure gibberish I could name the sites - like any things in life the KISS method works
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Mr. Hogan delivered - and continues to deliver posthumously - phenomenal and timeless instructional value, right?! But there are just so many misconceptions about Hogan’s swing out there - particularly within the realm of misunderstood or misapplied teachings - that have sadly relegated generations of golfers to the vast abyss of chronic frustration. I’m doing my best to clear these up one by one and put an end to this madness, because if we can get Hogan right there are tremendously effective swing keys to be garnered.
Thanks again for your message and support!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will really like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
I can’t believe how short Varner’s backswing is but he can hit the ball!
Yes - he pounds it! As did Hogan, and as does Rahm, Finau, and plenty of others!
Provided the golfer establishes the critical connection points and structure at setup and has a foundation that facilitates a centered, free flowing motion, the key is to get to - but not go beyond - our body's natural stopping point. This is the point where if we were to try to go any further any or all of the following will occur:
1) the lead arm will bend and/or lift
2) the wrists will break down
3) the lead knee will kick inward towards the trail side
4) the lead shoulder will level out and lose its orientation towards the ball
5) weight will shift into the trail side and bring the low point back with it, resulting in inconsistent contact and unpredictable ball flight.
6) you'll "chicken wing" and/or flip through impact
7) pain, discomfort, and/or possible injury
We don't need to force ourselves to get to "parallel" with this swing, and fighting our body in an attempt to do so will result in some combination of the above issues. If we execute this swing properly we will have created width and plenty of distance for that club to travel by taking it in deep, and that enables us to then harness the tremendous power source known as "angular momentum".
While there are certainly videos on my channel that address this topic, a better option would be my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
Tom Saguto, PGA
You have very little club rotation in your swing too because of that strong grip... leads to great consistency if released correctly. That used to be taught as bad because of the possibility of hooking... which was true if you rolled your arms through impact as was taught. No wonder nobody ever improved!!!
Well, truth be told a strong grip caused some flipping through the zone in my swing, but the JumboMax grips I use now does a great job of keeping my hands quiet. (PS: That was not a paid announcement; it's just a fact. I do not have any affiliate arrangement with JumboMax. 😎)
Phenomenal video, found myself doing something very similar in the recent months. My main swing thought and action was having my trail elbow crease facing outwards and having thr same trail elbow tucked in, seemed to work a treat!
Thanks Cale - I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
Based on your comment you may also appreciate this episode on Ben Hogan's "Magic Elbow": ruclips.net/video/iL9WmQ7KsmE/видео.html
Keep up the great work!
TS
From someone who spends too much time tinkering with his golf swing: This is a great lesson ! Thank you!
One question, how do you start you downswing . . . what is your swing thought?
Thanks - I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated with you!!
My own personal "feels" are not relevant to you because they are unique to me. 😎 Beyond that, they do change quite regularly as I'm always thinking about new possibilities for my lesson content. This is why I do my best to convey multiple feels or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the desired positions, motions, and ball striking results. This is one reason why the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school is so effective, and why thousands of folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result (and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews ). The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness. The school can really help you get beyond that tinkering and on a properly guided path towards consistent ball striking bliss!!
Tom
See Harold's position at 2:26
Just sear that onto your eyeballs and into your brain
I can't think of a better image to understand the golf swing (or, at least the one Tom is teaching)
It's a thing of beauty, Justin, isn't it? Thank you HV3 for that piece of positional perfection!
Bias because being a pisano(Italian back round) and a guitarist myself, Tom simply is the BEST dude instructor on the ENTIRE web...BELLISSIMO uaglio!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LOL! _Grazie mille,_ Andy!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Thanks so much for your message and support, and rock on!!
Tom
PS: By the way, here is a link to my YT guitar channel if you are interested in checking it out: www.youtube.com/@TomsRockinGuitar
Holy shit bro you're unbelievable! Golf AND guitar!
Bene e dio...love you man.
I could of used a friend like you up here Toronto,Canada(one of the world's shittiest place for weather)LOL
Are those JumboMax wrap LG or XL ? I’m testing out the mediums non-taper tour myself.
Those are the XL, Desmond. I love the feel and the way they quiet my hands through the zone. I do have longer fingers, though, so the sizing aspect is definitely a "try before you buy" type of thing.
Hope all's well. See you in the forum?
TS
Awesome Tom I love taking nice kfc divots I’m so thankful I found you your the best many thanks 😊
Thanks Ricky. Keep it crispy!!
I used your swing like hogan vid and what do ya know I started hitting the center of the club face every time. Thanks🎉
That's awesome, Jerome!!
Thanks for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
your instruction about keeping the head still and left arm straight during swing is GOLD! but what i also do is "nose x 3" which is 1. nose just behind ball at address, 2. behind ball at top of backswing, and 3. in the same spot at impact (belt buckle slightly ahead). Weight 70% left at address, thanks!!!
Well, wherever your nose goes your head is bound to follow, so that is absolutely an excellent thought!
I wish this video was recommended a month ago. I just started watching HV3's swing last week and i've been hitting the ball far better finally. Way less swing thoughts now and easier to improve now that i'm on the right track with a simple repeatable golf swing!
That's awesome, Braylan - it's certainly a very efficient, powerful, and simple move to mimic!!
By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning about the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Keep up the great work!
TS
Thank you Tom, your films really inspire me to improve my swing in such simple way.
That is what we try to accomplish here, Mike. I am glad to know that this is helping you!
By the way, here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning about the swing in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Keep up the great work!
Tom
Mashed potatoes and gravy, krispy kfc. I gain weight watching your videos
That’s on you Jason. All this stuff I’m serving up on this channel is 100% fat shot free...😎
Keep it crispy and have fun out there!
Great lesson tips
Thanks Lenard!! (you must be getting close to having watched all my channels' videos by now.... 😎)
I am always skeptical when it comes to "simple" fixes/ miracle cures when it comes to the golf swing. But I will tell you this swing plain and simple works and is extremely easy to become proficient at. I discover this channel last year but wasn't until late last year and this spring before I began to implement the changes in my swing. I used to (in my teens) get away with poor form by simply playing every day and being consistent that way. But now that I have a full time job, a wife, and a daughter I don't get out nearly as much. The beauty of this swing is that it's truly simple to learn and make it muscle memory. Like I said I don't play as much as I used to and my scores were reflecting that. This year has been a different story. With only a few late season range sessions last year, one range session this year, and 27 holes of golf I can say with certainty that for the average golfer this is the channel you should be watching to correct your swing. Everything Tom is saying is true. My ball striking is the best it's been in 10 years or more and I'm hitting the ball farther than ever with less effort. I am swinging the club easy and have gained at least 5 yards on every club. In only 27 holes this year I've already tied by personal best 9 hole score of 37 (with a VERY rusty wedge game and equally rusty putting). My first full 18 holes this year I felt as though I was leaving a lot of strokes out there and at the end of the round the score card definitely looked a lot better than I had expected. In summary for those of you who may be skeptical, give this a try and thank Tom later. With this swing I see some more personal bests coming for sure. I am already playing better than I have in a decade and I'm just getting started perfecting (a relative term in golf haha) and committing this swing to muscle memory. Thank you for making these videos, they have been a huge help. Effective while being as close to effortless as the golf swing can be!
Wow - that's *AWESOME,* Jacob!! 💪💪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is benefiting you. This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels; excellent job building it into your swing and putting it into play so quickly and effectively. Thanks so much for your support in generously detailing and sharing your success with it, and keep up the fantastic work!!
Tom
PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews.
Tom, I started watching your videos about a year ago and it has made all the difference. This is my swing now. Not all the way back, no seeing the clubface in front of me before I go into my downswing. tilt, and am blasting the 4 iron about 200 yds but even moreso I am hitting it where I want to. I was an upright swinger and your instruction has eliminated my back pain the day after I play. Thank you.
@TheKnowitall - I am very glad to learn that my channel's instruction has benefited your game - and your back - to such an extent!! You've obviously done an excellent job digesting the lesson content, incorporating it into your swing, and taking ownership of it.
Thanks for sharing your success, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
KFC, Saucy, I was getting ready for Spank-o-Matic
LOL! Glad you enjoyed it!!
Best golf and absolute master at simplifying stuff. “Work smarter not harder” really defines your lessons in general. I have been taking golf seriously for the last year and you truly are the man for helping me out this much
I sincerely appreciate the kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and style are resonating well with you!!
Thanks for your support and keep up the great work!!
Tom
love your vids Tom. Some people have a knack for tapping into the intuition part of our brains. I have been way more consistent watching your tips and really just simplified my swing. Finding an intuitive swing instead of having a tornado of "swing thoughts" in my head makes golf fun. One can get massively lost in the weeds on youtube looking at all kind of "tips" from setup, how to backswing, shallowing the club, how do my hips and feet move, etc. to the point your swing becomes a NASA space launch.... Your tips are a gold mine for intuitive golf. Thanks man! BTW.... take us out on the course for some more course vlogs soon. would like to see some shot for shot stuff from you!
I sincerely appreciate the kind words, Derek, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating well with you and - most importantly - helping you to derive more enjoyment from this great game!!
Here's my course vlog from last year if you've not already seen it: ruclips.net/video/YLVhf0VdWSw/видео.html
By the way, have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Additionally, you'll find all my short game content (putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play), diagnostic and corrective tools for resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues, and so much more there. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks again!!
Tom
This might be my favorite TS video
Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
TS are you incorporating hogan’s magic elbow with these swings? If so do you keep it tucked through impact and follow thru? Thank you for sharing your knowledge and making golf so simple and fun. Me and my son love your channel 12:06
Absolutely. The magic elbow is always in play. (Although that connection does let go post-impact.)
Thanks - I'm very glad to know that you and your son are enjoying and benefiting from my instruction!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf thank you for the fast reply. I will make sure to keep the elbow tucked through impact the release the club naturally for even kispier ball striking goodness 💪
Dude you are awesome,I moved from ONCE (now over populated shit hole)awesome sunny southern California where I grew up and played year round to super awesome Northern Minnesotee,so here it’s seasonal! Long story longer! Or is it shorter🤔 who gives a rats corn shoot back to the point I just discovered your funny ass and just by watching two short lessons I went out the same day and improved my game by around 20 strokes and thats no shit,I always was a decent player but I wanna say all golf tips/teacher but I shall go with most golf tips/teachers did is make the game way worse and way more complicated for no particular reason other then they are clueless perhaps🤔we shall never know,who cares ! You are the man! I am Joe E. I will be broing you down with some loot! You deserve a fantastic life courier and future! Keep up the amazing work.Also by the way! You have a great personality! You put the FUN in funny And as Ty Webb would say! Thank you very Little!🤓🕺🤓🕺
Joe E.!! That's one heck of a move. I can certainly appreciate the reasons, but couldn't you have picked a place with a tad bit more of a golf season??....
Anyway, that's some rather dramatic improvement!! And so we now say: _Welcome to "the dark side", where the spoils of "conventional" instruction - chronic inconsistency, physical pain, and endless frustration - yield to the fruits of body-friendly enjoyment of this great game for a lifetime._ 😆 I'm very glad to have you on board!!
Since you are looking to bro me down with some loot, why not make it mutually beneficial? (Actually, it'll still work out in your favor because I priced it way too cheap...) Have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf.
Thanks for your great comment and support!! Keep up the fabulous work and have a blast out there!!
Tom
Harold Varner!!! I play his home course all the time and he grew up 30 min from me he’s a hometown legend !!!
Seems like a great guy, Glenn. I'm looking forward to him breaking through. He's definitely on the cusp and regularly putting himself in contention!
no one does it better Tom’s instructions are all you need
and a bit of patience to master
the crazy game of golf I’ve been a huge fan for 2 years
Thanks Richard - I appreciate the kind words and support!!
Be sure to have fun out there while patiently working towards swing mastery! 😎
TS
I tried this today awesome results works 85percent of the time
I’m glad it helped, Rodney. Keep up the great work!!
Tom
I watched a couple of your videos on a Friday. The very next day I went golfing and had one of the best ball striking rounds in years. Maybe ever. I was swinging with such confidence. I drove a 300-ish yard green, and my irons were flush every time. I wasn’t thinking about all the technical nonsense that in my opinion has kept me from improving. I love your videos and your advice. Thank you for helping me improve my game!!
That's *AWESOME,* Michael - congrats on achieving that tasty crispy KFC ball striking bliss!! I'm very glad to know that these lessons resonated well with you - excellent job incorporating the instruction into your swing and taking ownership of it so quickly!!
Thanks for your support in sharing your improvement, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
PS: Have you considered joining the online school and taking your game to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying and resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise as well as all my short game instruction, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping and power/distance. So many folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Im hitting rice crispy treats. Thanks for this bloak
Nothing like some snap, crackle, and pop, Alex!!
Keep it crispy; keep it fun!!
TS
Wow @TomSaguto, what a great video...all of them are really good, but this was the climax video for me, if you will!
I have gone through several courses in your online school, read the SnT book, and watched almost every other video you've made...but this one really put it all together for me. I watched it ONE time!...earlier this afternoon, went home to get my sticks before going to my Monday night golf league...while there I incorporated the information I gleaned from the video earlier, making several ball-less swings with 6-iron and Driver (or "D-River). It felt great, compact, and 20 mph faster than my normal swing...so free and relaxed!
Later, in a 2-man scramble, I drove the ball better than I have since I can't remember when, hit or was on the fringe of 8 of 9 greens, and hit a couple hybrids and fairway woods like I never have! It was amazing!
Thanks again Tom! You're the best! And friends, if you haven't taken Tom's teaching to heart, your missing out!!
That's outstanding, Jeff!! I'm very glad to know that this episode connected the dots for you. Awesome job putting it into play!!
Thanks so much for your support and for sharing your success, and keep up the fabulous work!!
Tom
PS: Post this in the members forum and you just might earn yourself a virtual award..... 😎
Tom's the bomb! Sometime later, I fell in love with this guy! Fantastic teacher!!!!!!!! I love the fact that I get to see his swing often. To much ranting, gets in the way. He does it right...! And accurate....#hip moves forward!!! Another great video...
Thanks Frank - I appreciate your kind words and support, and I'm glad you enjoyed this latest episode!!
"Tom the Bomb" 😎
U should check out doug sanders swing unbelievable
Shoulder down, hands in. It's a winning combination!
Rewind 15 years. 95% of the golf world made fun of this new idea called S&T. Black magic. Won’t last. No one uses it. Forget all of it…
Now, it’s fundamental “pieces”, are evident in a giant population of the world’s best players. It’s proud to say it is based in science. And I still laugh that people are more afraid of “science” than “religion”. Tom is teaching S&T without saying the words…and everybody loves it. I love it too. Stop fearing instructors who think outside the box, and base their methodology in a scientific model. Because ultimately…if it works, it works. S&T works.
Spot on, Michael, and thanks so much for a great comment!
This body-friendly, powerful, consistent, low-maintenance Stack and Tilt swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of great ball striking, and since it is indeed rooted in physics, geometry, and human physiology it does not discriminate by age or ability - from kids to seniors and everything in between, and inclusive of the best players in the world. I give all credit where it is due - to Andy Plummer and Mike Bennett for analyzing and interpreting the science, and to those who preceded them with their empirical observations of the game's best ball strikers and all their subsequent chalkboard number-crunching . I just do my best to take what they have built and convey it in my own simplified teaching style.
By the way, I've never been shy to admit it. Here is the story of my "conversion" to S&T: ruclips.net/video/PM8lNNrMPEk/видео.html
And here is an episode documenting my week at S&T Instructor Camp in Miami: ruclips.net/video/m9qdPOzYUWU/видео.html
Thanks for your support and keep up the great work!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf ps…what made me switch, about 10 years ago, saw a video on RUclips of Mike Bennett hitting balls (with Billy Bondaruk recording). I’ve watched that video close to 1000 times. Anyone who loves the game AND ball striking, will never be the same after watching it!
Keep up the great work Tom!
@Michael Rowe - Yep. Mike just striping one after another like a machine. I've suggested to many folks to keep that imagery on an endless loop in their minds. A beautiful motion in all its simplicity!
will this swing be suitable for a 80 yr. old male.?slow and weak. thx. Harley
that is one badass groove goin on there 😁😅😂👍👍👍👍
LOL! Glad you enjoyed it!
By the way, you can become a "ball striking machine" too. After all, it's really just physics and geometry, and those laws apply to the entire universe.... 😎
TS
After 30 yrs of not playing golf, Toms videos got me out hitting plastic golf on the front lawn.I could see a great improvement and wanted to hit real balls.(no driving range here)so I draped a cheap Tarp/cover over my Hedge and swung away,Had a few goes with my Driver and it all came together for one shot where the Ball went THROUGH the cover,Through the hedge and ricocheted around my neighbours property.At 69 yrs of age I was like a naughty boy,hiding all my gear and and thinking who I could blame it on.(probably Tom)
LOL!! Nicely done, Brian!!
In order to keep yourself out of trouble perhaps you may wish to build a net like mine? It is approximately 7’ tall and 8’ wide. We used this video as a starting point - ruclips.net/video/-p11qs4E2T0/видео.html - and then made some other minor PVC support structure modifications to suit our needs. We did not use PVC cement as this allows us to easily disassemble it if necessary. The netting we used is 10' x 10' golf cage impact net purchased from Amazon, and it differs from the screening material in the video. (By the way, if using a net like we did you probably won’t need the screw hooks that are mentioned in the video - bungees should suffice.)
Also, I have a Real Feel 3x5 Country Club Elite® Golf Mat. You can visit them here - www.RealFeelGolfMats.com. If purchasing be sure to use coupon code "SAGUTOGOLF" (without the quotes and no spaces) at checkout to claim your special SagutoGolf discount on the Country Club Elite® series of mats.
Have fun out there!
TS
@@SagutoGolf I think it may be sensible advice
I love the comparison videos with you, Hogan and Varner and how you show 5 iron and driver. The only thing I would add is a point you have made in several other videos about lowering your lead shoulder on every backswing. I find that when I lower my lead shoulder on every swing (like Jess Frank describes as "down and in and under the chin"), that my downswing almost naturally returns along the path I make in the backswing.
Glad you enjoyed it, Ray!
I can't speak to everything in every episode LOL, though it is quite apparent that the lead shoulder is working down in all the featured swings here.
Thanks for your observations and keep up the great work!!
TS
Tom, will this work for a sweeper? Also, I can't take the club back as far as you can. Will this work for a shorter backswing?
Hi Gary,
You don't need a long backswing! Harold and Ben certainly prove this, as do Finau, Rahm, and many others. In the swing system we bring the hands in deep behind the trail shoulder to access the tremendous power source known as angular momentum. There's no independent lifting and no need to try to get to parallel.
Here's an episode I did on this topic: ruclips.net/video/lw5ZHa529Kk/видео.html
And if you'd really like to get on the fast track towards properly learning this swing system in a comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform, please consider my online school. So many folks across the globe are now playing the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course: go.saguto.golf/
TS
Great video Tom! I have learned so much watching your channel. Finally, getting the ball to draw. I still can't hit that big push draw to get around trouble like a tree though. Any tips? God Bless!
Glad you enjoyed this episode, Kerry!
Have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game (including shot shaping) - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Have a blessed day!
Tom
buttery crispy kfc NICE!
All 100% fat shot free!... 😎
Glad you enjoyed it!!
TS
“Boom life is good” cracked me up 😂
LOL! Always raw and unscripted, Taylor.... 😆
Why is this giving me Bob Ross vibes… great video.
Probably because we are effortlessly and smoothly painting fairways and greens, Carlos......😎
Love this video. Working on some grip adjustments (also thanks to another video of yours) along with creating more shaft lean to restore some distances, so this video could not have come at a better time to simplify practice.
Glad to know that, Kyle, and I hope this lesson works well for you!
Keep it simple!!
TS
You can do any style of golf swing with the proper grip
Like a single plain swing. Very cool. Easter to hit it straight and simple. 😀👍👍
Thanks Sherry - And yes indeed - it's a much simpler way to swing the club and achieve consistently crispy results!!
Tom
By far the easiest swing to learn
Indeed it is the *_simplest,_* Jon. Not sure that we can say "easy" though, because golf is anything but that!!...😎
Glad you enjoyed the video!
TS
By far, one of your best training videos, Tom. I was still topping the ball because I was not keeping my front arm straight and taking my backswing too far back where my arm was hinging and creating the fatal "Tomahawk Chop" in my downswing. It's such an easy fix! Thanks again Tom.
Awesome!! I am very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, John; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play. Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
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Your shoulder only swing thought video was finally the secret sauce for my stack and tilt journey. Thanks Tom!
Awesome! I'm glad to know that lesson resonated well with you, Jeremiah!!
Keep up the great work!
Tom
I noticed that your hands, and Hogan hands don' pass your right ear (or just a little) at the top of the swing. I was taught that by a GP 25 years ago and it did not make any sense to me. Now i get it. He was teaching me to not passed my left ear at the top of my swing (I am a lefty) but more so he was teaching me the proper swing path. Your video just explained it better. EXCELLENT VIDEO. Back to the driving range to practice.
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you and reconfirmed what that (very wise 😎) pro taught you back then.
The key in this regard is to avoid going beyond your body's natural stopping point in the backswing where the tilting, turning, and extending motions are complete, the lead arm has crossed the chest 45 degrees, and the wrists are properly set (preferably with a flat or slightly bowed lead wrist). This is the point where if we were to try to go any further any or all of the following will occur:
1) the lead arm will bend and/or lift
2) the wrists will break down
3) the lead knee will kick inward towards the trail side
4) the lead shoulder will level out and lose its orientation towards the ball
5) weight will shift into the trail side and bring the low point back with it, resulting in inconsistent contact and unpredictable ball flight.
6) you'll "chicken wing" and/or flip through impact
7) pain, discomfort, and/or possible injury
By the way, here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Have fun out there!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Tom, great advice. Thank you very much for your time. Really appreciate it. I will check out the link. My kids think i am crazy today after watching your video i was doing shadow swings in my living room. Just trying to get that feel. My kids just rolled thier eyes. They think i am freak. LOL! Stay safe my friend. Keep making great videos. 👍
Your kids think you're a freak?? Did they happen to see the guy in the video??......😆😆
@@SagutoGolf LMAO!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣
The best tip I've seen on RUclips. You are a fantastic teacher!! Thank you. Craig
I sincerely appreciate the kind words, Craig, and I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you!!
Tom
This is not a gimmick! How do I know this method works? Because I discovered it about 20 years ago just hitting some punch shots after a disappointing range session. I used to be an assistant pro in my 20’s. Nearly 20 years later after not playing much after I left the golf business, I was really disappointed in how my game had declined. Like I said, after hitting some disappointing full shots I decided to hit some punch shot and immediately started hitting the ball pure. After analyzing what I was doing differently, I was doing exactly what Tom has so aptly described. I immediately applied this to a fuller shot but still kept the same swing….Viola! Do I hit every shot perfect now? Well of course not but it’s so easy I can play only a handful of times a year and hit the ball really well. Listen, I know the swing inside out and this is the best most simple method I’ve ever discovered. I’m psyched to finally find someone who knows and is teaching this!
I'm happy to confirm your self-discovery, Troy!
Sadly, such sorcery from this dark underworld of golf instruction rarely finds its way to the mainstream because if too many folks found out about it the mainstream would then be rendered irrelevant. However, as more and more folks stumble onto this simplified, low-maintenance, body-friendly, powerful system, it appears as though the needle is starting to move towards crispier ball striking, improved consistency, and increased enjoyment. Life truly is too short to play bad golf. We need to stop doing that....😎
Thanks for sharing your success with this method, keep up the great work, and most importantly - have fun out there!!
Tom
Listening to you reminds me of Bob Ross!
LOL! You're not the first one to say that.....
I suppose I can say that we're painting fairways and greens with this swing system? 😆😆😆
Your ready for the tour! Simple
LOL! Glad you enjoyed it!!
hi Tom, i believe you did a video where you said to feel like you're holding a cup of soup at the top of the backswing (waiter position), then hold that position during the downswing and serve the soup by placing it on the table, it feels like there's no moving parts during the downswing except for torso rotation, it was from a few years ago so my memory may be a little fuzzy but I'm not kidding about hitting a lot of flag sticks, thanks!
Yeah - I think I may have been demonstrating with a range basket, Peter, but that was the concept. Anyway. I'm glad to know that you continue to reap such great benefits from that lesson.
Keep on knocking down those pins!!
Tom
The One plane swing is the key to most players playing this game well- without back injuries. Jim Hardy has written a short book describing it well- the Plane Truth- that was very helpful.
Carol Mann - an LPGA Hof Famer- taught it to me several years ago and it’s made all the difference. Keep teaching it.
My one swing thought? “Turn, turn.” It really is that simple. Turn your shoulder to the ball, then turn back. Keep your head and butt still so that your rotation is around your spine and smile while your ball explodes off the club face. Now that’s living!
I appreciate your kind words and endorsement of this very body-friendly yet powerful swing system, Gregory!!
Thanks for sharing your success and enjoy those seemingly effortless "explosions"!!!
Tom
After having a shocker of a round, over complicating my back swing, hinge, bla bla, I've spent the evening watching 101 "how to swing a golf club"... Now I've just watched this and read the comments and I can't wait to try this! I hope this is the swing I've been seeking!
I hope this works well for you!
By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning about the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
You are a pretty atypical guy. I can appreciate that. Thanks for the great video!
Atypical? I think I can live with that....🙃😆
Glad you enjoyed it, Victor!
TS
@@SagutoGolf Haha, yeah I thought I'd bring it politely, but rest assure, it's a compliment. Normal is a one way ticket to boredom! Keep making golf more fun! 💪
That's my plan, Victor. Thanks!!
You're absolutely 💯 I have only been playing golf for a couple of months, but I realized I hit the best shots when I do what you reccommend. At the end of my backswing I already have that feeling that it's going to be an absolute bomb, and it is 9/10. My pro, however, wants me to perform the dance, hip back shoulder down, pelvis pop. I'm way too rigid in my anatomy for that. Simple is the way to go.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! And please - just say no to the "dance"!
Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Did you just describe Furyk's swing? It worked for him, but it doesn't work for me, unfortunately. Thanks for the tip, Tom!
An effective, repeatable golf swing is built on a compilation of personal "feels" that are unique to each of us individually. Over time we ingrain these feels into a complete motion that we can execute without need for mechanical thoughts. We are then able to simply allow our ball striking and shot shape to be our guide, making only occasional minor setup tweaks when necessary. That is what it means to "take ownership of YOUR swing", and that's how Furyk came to own his to much success!
@SagutoGolf I’ve had a rough start to the season and this advice is helping me get back on track so thank you! Was a subscriber of your school years ago and highly recommend it! One thing thats always confused me though is how to work the ball as you show on the range. Is this merely done through set up changes with the feet and club face or doing something different with the hands and path?
I appreciate the online school shoutout, Mike, and I hope to see you back in it again soon. I think you'll be impressed with the new platform, format, and content that just recently rolled out!
The answer to your question lies in ball flight laws. Clubface angle relative to target line is the primary influencer of the ball's starting line, and face relative to path determines direction and degree of curvature. With a few minor setup adjustments we can work the ball either way without changing our feel for the swing motion. For example, here is a brief shot shaping demonstration featuring a fellow teaching pro when we were attending the Stack & Tilt Instructor Camp together in Miami: ruclips.net/video/IcmKxfLz9EM/видео.html
Embrace the challenge and get that swing back on track!!
Tom
Excellent video Tom. Well explained the path of the club. For me the forward weight was a real game changer. All other aspects of the back and forward swing was a improvement from my natural swing, but the biggest impact on improving came from the forward weight. We not the same and for some works what you preaching for other work less. In one word, since I'm using your lessons, my game improved from steady average 95 plus to 85 and lower. I'm 67 and this year I got 3 birdies in one game and one week before my first eagle in my life. Cheers and a big thank you from Ontario, Canada.
Glad you enjoyed it, Nick, and congratulations on your awesome improvement (as well as your first eagle)!!
Thanks for sharing your success and keep up the great work!!
Tom