This lesson along with the previous one with the driver are so eye opening. The way you explain exactly what the body should be doing makes perfect sense and when I put them into my practice I can feel an immediate difference. Everything flows so much easier and I don't feel like I'm forcing any of my body movements. Can't wait to take what I've learned out to the range. Thanks Danny!
This and the driver lesson very helpful and have repeatedly watched but you didn’t go into the downswing specifics for irons. Would love an update. Thanks
I watch RUclips golf videos all the time and this is the best video I’ve seen to date. I haven’t yet heard anyone talk about the shoulders like this yet.
I have easily watched 100s of hours of youtube golf swing videos in the last few years, especially in lockdown, and I consistently learn something new about swing mechanics watching this channel.
You have a God given talent for communication - having just returned to golf after 35 years at the age of 70 - I find your videos not only informative but inspiring. Back in the day, the golf pros were good but too technical in their teaching, now, this channel breaks it all down in terms that we can all understand. Right now, I am still on the driving range trying to get my confidence up before tackling my first nine holes. The high hands tip nails it for me, immediately I began hitting straight with my irons….the driver may take a bit longer to conquer, but I know that you will set me straight in no time. I may not be as fit or supple as I once was, but the aim is to enjoy golf again….within my limits and as I say…your videos inspire me to believe that I can achieve that.
I use this as part of my warm up on the range before a round and its helped my game enormously. Your coaching videos are by far the best on RUclips easy to take in and remember. Cheers
I so agree with Rob McGarr. I have been watching your videos for ages now and it has really improved my golf. However, I have a confession to make. I recently watched an instructional video from another high profile You Tube professional. What a mistake. My golf ended up all over the place trying to implement this one fix that would make me hit the ball like a pro.. The great thing about your vidoes is how they relate to all us "improving" golfers. There's no quick fix just a series of videos that builds logically and consistently on everything you have taught before. I promise I will never stray again.
To be serious this drill to get the handle where it needs to be at the top is just what I need. On the range I am getting it but revert to swinging flat around myself in play ( next playing partner to remark on it could get the 58 degree where the sun dont shine) Any notes on how to keep the feeling through the round ?
@@johnritchie8336 There's an old saying and although it has a few variations, the message is the same: "We don't practice until we get it right, we practice until we can't get it wrong." I hope this helps Sir.
Wow, I've probably watched hundreds of golf tips drills videos and never seen this fundamental highlighted when clearly it's so key for a consistent swing, thankyou for your time to make these exceptional viseos
I started watching you a month ago. I thought Malaska was good, and he is, but I feel your teaching methods and examples are the best I've seen. Excellent work and as soon as the temperature outside drops below 105 degrees I'm gonna try this
This is the best instruction I have seen on any RUclips channel. No gimmicks, no equipment required, just simple effective information that you can take straight to the course. This helped me massively, thank you, Danny.
Found this move by accident some time ago and hit a massive drive. You just helped me understand how to remember this move by separating body rotation from arm motion up and down to keep the angle between the left arm and chest open. This is a big insight!
This is an absolute fantastic lesson. It deals with so many common issues golfers have and the drills to fix them. I’ve watched so many YT videos recently and the drills Danny uses here are THE GO TO for backswing. Can’t wait for your downswing video next week. Awesome work Danny!!
I feel like you're exactly the kind of coach I need - you get the technical stuff but teach it in a way that's simple to understand and actually feels implementable in a flowing movement, not a forced series of positions 👌
Another great video Danny. I am a senior golfer, and have recently had problems with inconsistent strikes and slicing the ball, and not getting through the swing properly. Looking at this morning's video I recognise that I am doing exactly what you are showing. I shall be going to the range with something to put into my sleeve and see how I get on. Thanks again.
@@DanielMaude Hello Danny. Went to the range yesterday, and was surprised at how effortless the change in set up made my swing feel. It took a while to get some decent shots away, but I shall keep persevering. Did have a few twinges last night, but that's probably due to the new swing pattern. Shall keep at it. Thanks.
Awesome video Danny. Every motion you did for the arm pinned to the chest was like looking in a mirror for me, this was incredibly helpful. Love how you incorporate "feel" exercises in as I think it is the hardest thing to convey in a video setting.
Danny, you explain things in a way that I can almost feel the shot before I ever put a club in my hand. Your videos are helping my game very much. Best golf instruction available in my opinion. Cant tell you how much I appreciate it.
Great video Danny. This made such a difference in my contact and I feel so confident with irons now. Scoring has improved by hitting more greens in regulation. So appreciative of your tips and lessons, Thanks so very much!
Danny: one of the reasons I enjoy your videos is that you’re teaching is very closely aligned with my golf pro’s teaching. It not only reinforces my lessons, but gives me some added thoughts and drills to work on. Surprisingly, some teachers teach actual swing faults. Your teaching is very clear and reliable! Thank you!
Hi Danny, i hope can do say so? This is for myself one of the best videos you ever made. I saw my fault now clear and easy to solve. The exercises are easy to do and helps you really to find the right position. Great! I can tell you that nobody of my pros are able to show like you. Thanks for bringing the fun back in my golf life! Greetings from cold Germany. Marc Cheers!!!
Think of some of the premier golf instructors and swing coaches in the world, guys like Butch Harmon, Sean Foley, Jim McLean or Hank Haney…I put Danny Maude right up there with them- because he simplifies exercises by feel without a lot of swing thoughts and lets you teach and correct yourself. Another brilliant session Danny. Always look forward to your instruction. Golf is a very tough sport, thanks for helping us.
Thanks Danny. This lesson is the best piece of instruction I have ever seen. Clearly demonstrates every stage of the process in a way that I can replicate and evaluate whether I am doing it correctly. I have looked at hundreds of videos previously and had lessons without getting an understanding of the correct movements. I’m excited about how much this will improve my understanding of the golf swing and my consistency. 👍
Finally!!!!! Just got back into playing golf after 20 years. Been slowly improving watching your videos. This one was it for me. I’ve been very inconsistent, feeling jammed up in my swing lifting the arms was a huge component for me today at the driving range. I was pretty consistent straight. Great compression 30 to 40 yards further with each iron Than I had been I played a little when I was in the Marine Corps and just never got back into it. This video made all the difference for me.
Morning Danny I've been doing the same take away in my last couple of rounds and I've been hitting the ball really well. Now its to get the club selection right as I'm hitting it further 🤦♂️. Thanks as always and have a great weekend. I'm off to the course soon and feeling optimistic 😀
Best. Tip. EVER! What you showed from 1:00 to 3:00 was exactly what I've been doing without realizing it. Took this lesson to the driving range and it helped almost immediately. Looking forward to locking this in.
@DanielMaude - I have watched this video at least a half dozen times, trying to understand the concept of "turn the torso, lift the arms", which is a bit problematic for me since I have some severe physical issues. However, watching this same video this morning, I put your "easy" swing (9:05 - 9:10) on a loop and just tried to absorb the smooth, rhythmical feeling you produce. I took this sensation out to my backyard practice mat and just worked on developing that same feel. I found that my swing is much, much more repeatable and consistent, and my ball striking (contact) was much more pure. That 5-second segment alone is worth the price of admission. After working for three solid months to regain some semblance of the swing I had in my younger days, this was the icing on the cake. Thank you.
Danny, Love this. I have been working on this for more consistent contact with my Irons. I have been trying to get more height as well and your swing does just that. So glad I found you.
Hi Danny, I’m a reasonable single figure golfer but just wanted to let you know how useful I find your videos and how accessible your training style is. Really helps me go back to basics. Thank you. Martin.
I have to say that, of all the different channels teaching golf on RUclips, I think you are the absolute best. Very pedagogical, calm and straight to the point in your videos. Other channels either talk about everything and nothing for 5-10 minutes before even coming to the point, or their tone of voice is stressful and what not. Thank you very much for all your work 🤗
I had a lesson yesterday and my instructor totally changed my swing to what you have highlighted in your video. After an hour I was getting the hang of it. Can’t wait to try it on the golf course. I’ve now got to try to change 50 years of swinging it wrong. Great video.
That's very impressive, I wanted to chuck my clubs in the pond only after a few months of playing... How you didn't give up is an accomplishment itself 😂
Danny. I've been struggling for the past couple of months, shooting 84 then 69 then 78 with shots spraying all over the golf course. This tip was the best tip I've had in years. I took it straight out to a golf tournament without any prior practice and shot great. I hit crisp solid irons and fantastic fairway woods. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
I've always thought that a solid backswing is the foundation to the rest of the swing. Without a good backswing, your body is forced to make adjustments to compensate, resulting in inconsistencies and unpredictable outcomes.
This title is actually accurate. I watched this lesson this morning, and as I was sitting in my chair I knew this was the one and couldn't wait to get to the range. Your videos are a weekly must watch for me, and I have been gradually improving just by taking your instruction to the range. But as I watched this particular video today, I knew that it was all going to click. I just got home from the range, and I hit about 100 balls, but it felt like I had only hit about 5 balls. My swing has never once felt as effortless as it did today. Making solid contact in the middle of the face...I've literally been walking around with my head in the clouds bouncing like Rory since I left the range. I know that sounds a bit exaggerated, but I am being completely honest. Now on to the driver and short game haha. Hope to meet you one day just to shake your hand (but hopefully for a lesson as well).
Thanks Danny. You make the science of movement easy to follow. I’ve tried your instructions and find that I’m getting more accuracy as well as much more confidence in the swing. Keep up the good work!
I have played golf for 55 years.. my handicap has , over most of those years, not changed much... until I started watching your videos... Now All parts of my game have improved and, at 78, I am playing to the best handicap I have ever played..(13) Thank you very much. and, by the way, I truly believe I can knock a few more strokes off, my 'bad' shots are getting better and better
Love this one Danny, you did something similar before around pushing the lead arm down to lift the trail arm up which I’ve been working with a lot recently and been nailing my irons! Really helps as well when I keep my shoulders and wrists loose!
Learning the golf swing is such an amazing journey. I've dug into golf the past year and a half. Each time I come back to your videos I gain a little more information because my understanding of the golf swing is growing daily. Thank you for putting the time in to make these videos!
Great video and thanks for the additional free guide! Now time to practice. And I’m looking forward to the downswing and driver videos too! Great content, thanks Danny
Excellent vidéo. To me the most important, the golden key of a good golf swing is the take away. As far as I’m concerned when I miss a shot I know that there is 99% chance that something went wrong in my take away. A good take away takes you to a good back swing and then everything else becomes so easy and natural and subsequently repeatable and therefore consistent. Again that’s me but I can see that it’s true for many other golfers, I’ve seen all sorts of weird golf swings during my 34 years of golf but I’ve never seen someone playing consistently decent shots with a bad take away. Thank you for this very well explained video.
In reality your lead arm will get a little closer to the body at the top of the swing but as most golfers do this excessively it’s best to feel as though your hands are away from your head. The golf swing is an arc and this is created predominantly by the body turn. The body tilts are slightly different between irons and driver but the way you coordinate the arms and body is the same
There’s always more than one way to do it. You have to be pretty flexible to have the pure rotary movement where the hands stay glued because the club moves up because of lots of tilt in the shoulders. Great if you have the flexibility to do it
I have heard Saguto say that. He gives some pretty good advice, but when he said the word ‘glued’ , I got a bit nervous with introducing rigidity into the swing. I have never gone wrong with Danny’s advice.
DM quickly becoming the best on YT 👏🏻 I’ve incorporated mostly everything you’ve demonstrated in all your posts, it’s helped massively, another vid explained to perfection. Well done sir
Danny! These drills finally unlocked the full golf swing for me. I've been trying for YEARS to find that one moment where it clicked, and thanks to this video, I believe I've finally found that golden nugget. Thank you for all you do for us, Danny! Continued blessings for you and your family. Cheers!
Danny you’ve been my favorite coach for years now. Porzak is great too but a bit advanced for my game :) You’ve brought me from a 100+ to low 90’s, still room for improvement so keep these coming!
You have no idea how helpful this tip was for me. I have had lessons and they explained that I was going to far over the top but your explanation of separating the arms from the chest actually explained what they meant to fix it.
Danny you are the best at breaking it down and making it simple as I have said many times before. Myself and my golf partner are swinging the club better than ever just now. Many thanks mate
Solid, Solid advice, Danny - thank you very much! I went golfing for the first time in three months (recovering from an injury and a job change kept me busy on weekends) and went out today with three new approaches from RUclips coaches: Your "Swing your body, not your arms" advice here, Ali Taylor's "Don't look at the ball, look at the low point of your swing" and Matt Fryer's "Aim for the center of the green for better results" - and boy, did I have a phenomenal round! Now maybe it's because I forgot all of my bad habits during my time off but your advice to keep the left arm away from your chest really changed the backswing and gave me much cleaner contact! I was hitting more square and was hitting ten yards further with my irons even though I was swinging more slowly. (Even though I was using Matt Fryer's "aim for the center of the green" approach, much of the time I ended up at the back of the green because I hit the ball so cleanly... This was, quite literally, a game changer!
It's all very well knowing what are the common mistakes people make in their swing but being able to explain it so well for the everyday golfer to understand is a great skill. Well done Danny
What an outstanding lesson. Between this and the feet lesson with the balance disks, my swing is physically easier, much more controllable and so much more powerful. It took me a couple months and some frustration, but this is the first time in 30 years of golf, I was able to fix my swing myself. Fixing my swing was the biggest benefit. I now understand my flaws as well as what I need to feel to be successful. Danny, I can't thank you enough, Wayne B.
I'm a beginner.played 18 holes one time. played 9 hole 2 times. Had 3 friends coach me they all had differant ways. Got confused. started watching your videos not confused You are remarkable. Great teacher. I'm 67 years old with a disability .seen alot of your videos thank you
Been out today to practice this at my club. This has improved my iron shots massively. I was hitting long par three greens I would normally never hit with an iron. Lovely crisp clean shots. So pleased. Many thanks Danny.
Great video lesson. I was working on this very same swing geometry on the driving range today. Feeling I strived to achieve was turning my solar plexus back and through to target keeping the arms in sync with torso. Result: More distance, more consistency.
Danny, thanks, one of your best lessons ever. As a senior golfer I know that any one of these 3 points highlighted can creep into my swing, especially when I tire, or over think my swing to try and correct something. Great analysis, great drills and the I've downloaded the practice plan to try and implement them correctly. Looking forward to your video to see how you put this together with the driver. Thanks again.
Another great video Danny. You explain the swing so simply! The thing I always have to remind myself is to keep a loose grip on the club. That is an area that will mess me up once I start gripping the club too tight and get too handsy.
Perhaps your best tip to-date. I just came from the driving range and my ratio of good to bad strikes doubled! Best of all, I was able to diagnose my errors and correct them in the bay. Can’t wait to see the driver video!
Hi Danny, I saw your driver version of this and didn't have much success, but after videoing myself I realised that this video showed I was doing two things: 1. Coming over and two not bring down the shaft correctly. I have practiced with 60 to 6 iron so far with really great results. I will continue with these clubs until I'm very comfortable. I still have to do a simulation before hitting but I'm so happy. I genuinely cannot thank you enough. I'm bursting. I'll get onto the driver once things become the norm. What a day!
I've watched a number of videos by pros like yourself on how to deal with and correct swing issues and slicing right, you are the only one who addressed the left arm to close or hugging the chest, which is exactly what I'm doing, causing a slice to the right, thank you for addressing this and how to correct it.
I love this lesson. I’m my game this, with grip, and forearm release have been the MOST important fundamentals. Out of decades and 1000’s of videos, lessons, and tips, this one is so valuable. Thanks!
Danny you are my hero. Helping me improve in every way possible. And mainly helping me have fun on the golf course. Its much appreciated. My go to channel
Brilliant! Went to the club today and worked this in. Then went on the course and just kept hitting crisp shots. It feels so powerful when the ball comes off the club face now.
This is gold. It helps me most with the driver. EVERY TIME my driver goes thru a wonky patch, it's because I mess up the patented D.Maude swing "awk" by bringing the hands & arms too much inside/horizontal in the backswing. (I think it's because the shaft angle looks so flat to me at address compared to the irons). Focusing on feeling the hands "gaining elevation/getting higher" as the CH swings back has straightened things out. I need this lesson installed on a chip at the front of my brain. Good work!
I watched this video yesterday and went to the range today. My swing has so much more consistency to it now and feels so much more fluid and natural after this! Watch your videos all the time and has helped me so much through my golf journey so far. Thanks and you do an amazing job with every video.
Danny I am very excited about this new way of lining up for the driver hitting program . I have dementia so It takes a little bit longer to get things down pat. Also I tire a little quicker on my second nine because of my age, so extra strokes happen but that does not deter me, I love the game of golf to much.If I am not playing I am at the driving range. Summer is finally here so happy happy times. Thank you for all the things you do to improve golf for seniors.
You are the most valuable instructor/ golf coach out there. Your ability to illustrate your exercises has allowed me to “find my swing” the amount of value from your videos should warrant a tremendous amount of wealth for you.
This is a very fine lesson Danny. I have looked at it over and over. It hits home at my game and the horrendous slice come fade that I have cultivated for years. Tried your methodology the other day and I can't believe how it's straightened up Thanks a lot mate!
This is a revelation !!! Finally it all makes sense. Thanks Danny it is extremely helpful to go to this level of detail because truly impossible for viewers to see this on videos or even when we see a good player on the course
An excellent, particularly helpful video with a clear, easy to follow practice plan. The video was great but the practice plan provides a great guide to the main points. Thank you Danny for providing this vital very valuable advice.
Love the way he points out “no” when is wrong this make me aware yes that’s what I’m doing incorrect. If you only show the right way you sometimes don’t realize you are making the mistake. Fantastic great instrutor
Here’s how to apply this lesson to your driver 👉 ruclips.net/video/brOUtoR-CCw/видео.html
This lesson along with the previous one with the driver are so eye opening. The way you explain exactly what the body should be doing makes perfect sense and when I put them into my practice I can feel an immediate difference. Everything flows so much easier and I don't feel like I'm forcing any of my body movements. Can't wait to take what I've learned out to the range. Thanks Danny!
Many thanks Danny......sorry i missed that follow up . Can't thank you enough for taking the time to put this very helpful content together
right brooo same here he simplifies all the complex shit
@@jch22 😊 in
This and the driver lesson very helpful and have repeatedly watched but you didn’t go into the downswing specifics for irons. Would love an update. Thanks
You have no idea how much this helped. NO ONE had ever said “arms are only up/down” and shoulders are the turning.
Really happy to help
I watch RUclips golf videos all the time and this is the best video I’ve seen to date. I haven’t yet heard anyone talk about the shoulders like this yet.
Hope it helps Heath
I have easily watched 100s of hours of youtube golf swing videos in the last few years, especially in lockdown, and I consistently learn something new about swing mechanics watching this channel.
The best golf teacher on RUclips. Best at breaking down the basics which is key.
Danny, you are everything a good teaching pro should be.
I feel moments of enlightenment watching your videos
Really kind thank you
You have a God given talent for communication - having just returned to golf after 35 years at the age of 70 - I find your videos not only informative but inspiring. Back in the day, the golf pros were good but too technical in their teaching, now, this channel breaks it all down in terms that we can all understand.
Right now, I am still on the driving range trying to get my confidence up before tackling my first nine holes.
The high hands tip nails it for me, immediately I began hitting straight with my irons….the driver may take a bit longer to conquer, but I know that you will set me straight in no time.
I may not be as fit or supple as I once was, but the aim is to enjoy golf again….within my limits and as I say…your videos inspire me to believe that I can achieve that.
Incredibly kind of you to feedback
I use this as part of my warm up on the range before a round and its helped my game enormously. Your coaching videos are by far the best on RUclips easy to take in and remember. Cheers
I so agree with Rob McGarr. I have been watching your videos for ages now and it has really improved my golf. However, I have a confession to make. I recently watched an instructional video from another high profile You Tube professional. What a mistake. My golf ended up all over the place trying to implement this one fix that would make me hit the ball like a pro.. The great thing about your vidoes is how they relate to all us "improving" golfers. There's no quick fix just a series of videos that builds logically and consistently on everything you have taught before. I promise I will never stray again.
It is respectful of the master to be on time for your lesson.
Thanks for being here John 🤜🏻🤛🏼
To be serious this drill to get the handle where it needs to be at the top is just what I need. On the range I am getting it but revert to swinging flat around myself in play ( next playing partner to remark on it could get the 58 degree where the sun dont shine) Any notes on how to keep the feeling through the round ?
@@johnritchie8336
There's an old saying and although it has a few variations, the message is the same: "We don't practice until we get it right, we practice until we can't get it wrong."
I hope this helps Sir.
Wow, I've probably watched hundreds of golf tips drills videos and never seen this fundamental highlighted when clearly it's so key for a consistent swing, thankyou for your time to make these exceptional viseos
No problem Adam happy to help! 👍
I started watching you a month ago. I thought Malaska was good, and he is, but I feel your teaching methods and examples are the best I've seen. Excellent work and as soon as the temperature outside drops below 105 degrees I'm gonna try this
Really kind of you to feedback
This is the best instruction I have seen on any RUclips channel. No gimmicks, no equipment required, just simple effective information that you can take straight to the course. This helped me massively, thank you, Danny.
That’s brilliant Marc, all the best
Found this move by accident some time ago and hit a massive drive. You just helped me understand how to remember this move by separating body rotation from arm motion up and down to keep the angle between the left arm and chest open. This is a big insight!
This is an absolute fantastic lesson. It deals with so many common issues golfers have and the drills to fix them. I’ve watched so many YT videos recently and the drills Danny uses here are THE GO TO for backswing. Can’t wait for your downswing video next week. Awesome work Danny!!
Really happy to help Brett
Never heard anyone explain a golf swing that resonates with me better than Danny does.
This is a fantastic lesson, probably the best I’ve ever had. Thank you very much, that was smashing mate.
Pleasure Biagio, all the best
Always a solid lesson. Thanks for the homework assignment!
I feel like you're exactly the kind of coach I need - you get the technical stuff but teach it in a way that's simple to understand and actually feels implementable in a flowing movement, not a forced series of positions 👌
Couldn't agree more...my thoughts exactly
Me too. Danny is not only the kind of coach most of us need, in my opinion, he is the only coach we need.
Agree Rob spot on … I wonder if we can clone him and share him around! 😂
Spot on!
You like teachers who talk in paragraphs?
Another great video Danny. I am a senior golfer, and have recently had problems with inconsistent strikes and slicing the ball, and not getting through the swing properly. Looking at this morning's video I recognise that I am doing exactly what you are showing. I shall be going to the range with something to put into my sleeve and see how I get on. Thanks again.
Love to hear how you get on 😁
@@DanielMaude Hello Danny. Went to the range yesterday, and was surprised at how effortless the change in set up made my swing feel. It took a while to get some decent shots away, but I shall keep persevering. Did have a few twinges last night, but that's probably due to the new swing pattern. Shall keep at it. Thanks.
Awesome video Danny. Every motion you did for the arm pinned to the chest was like looking in a mirror for me, this was incredibly helpful. Love how you incorporate "feel" exercises in as I think it is the hardest thing to convey in a video setting.
Thanks! This is a great way to understand the backswing!
All the best Pedram
Danny, you explain things in a way that I can almost feel the shot before I ever put a club in my hand. Your videos are helping my game very much. Best golf instruction available in my opinion. Cant tell you how much I appreciate it.
Was literally in the comments in the last 25 seconds asking how this is done with a driver. Very much looking forward to the next video!
Great video Danny. This made such a difference in my contact and I feel so confident with irons now. Scoring has improved by hitting more greens in regulation. So appreciative of your tips and lessons, Thanks so very much!
Amazing Gabe, well done
Danny: one of the reasons I enjoy your videos is that you’re teaching is very closely aligned with my golf pro’s teaching. It not only reinforces my lessons, but gives me some added thoughts and drills to work on.
Surprisingly, some teachers teach actual swing faults. Your teaching is very clear and reliable!
Thank you!
Hi Danny, i hope can do say so? This is for myself one of the best videos you ever made. I saw my fault now clear and easy to solve. The exercises are easy to do and helps you really to find the right position. Great! I can tell you that nobody of my pros are able to show like you. Thanks for bringing the fun back in my golf life! Greetings from cold Germany. Marc Cheers!!!
Think of some of the premier golf instructors and swing coaches in the world, guys like Butch Harmon, Sean Foley, Jim McLean or Hank Haney…I put Danny Maude right up there with them- because he simplifies exercises by feel without a lot of swing thoughts and lets you teach and correct yourself. Another brilliant session Danny. Always look forward to your instruction. Golf is a very tough sport, thanks for helping us.
Thanks Danny. This lesson is the best piece of instruction I have ever seen. Clearly demonstrates every stage of the process in a way that I can replicate and evaluate whether I am doing it correctly. I have looked at hundreds of videos previously and had lessons without getting an understanding of the correct movements. I’m excited about how much this will improve my understanding of the golf swing and my consistency. 👍
Watched this video today and changed my swing. Hit the cleanest shots ever
Finally!!!!! Just got back into playing golf after 20 years. Been slowly improving watching your videos. This one was it for me. I’ve been very inconsistent, feeling jammed up in my swing lifting the arms was a huge component for me today at the driving range. I was pretty consistent straight. Great compression 30 to 40 yards further with each iron Than I had been I played a little when I was in the Marine Corps and just never got back into it. This video made all the difference for me.
Morning Danny I've been doing the same take away in my last couple of rounds and I've been hitting the ball really well. Now its to get the club selection right as I'm hitting it further 🤦♂️. Thanks as always and have a great weekend. I'm off to the course soon and feeling optimistic 😀
That’s great Julian, have fun 😁
Best. Tip. EVER! What you showed from 1:00 to 3:00 was exactly what I've been doing without realizing it. Took this lesson to the driving range and it helped almost immediately. Looking forward to locking this in.
Awesome Ray, well done
The lesson that I needed today ... at the right time ... and presented clearly. Thanks, Danny!!!
@DanielMaude - I have watched this video at least a half dozen times, trying to understand the concept of "turn the torso, lift the arms", which is a bit problematic for me since I have some severe physical issues. However, watching this same video this morning, I put your "easy" swing (9:05 - 9:10) on a loop and just tried to absorb the smooth, rhythmical feeling you produce. I took this sensation out to my backyard practice mat and just worked on developing that same feel. I found that my swing is much, much more repeatable and consistent, and my ball striking (contact) was much more pure. That 5-second segment alone is worth the price of admission. After working for three solid months to regain some semblance of the swing I had in my younger days, this was the icing on the cake. Thank you.
Danny, Love this. I have been working on this for more consistent contact with my Irons. I have been trying to get more height as well and your swing does just that. So glad I found you.
Great to have you here Ted
Hi Danny,
I’m a reasonable single figure golfer but just wanted to let you know how useful I find your videos and how accessible your training style is. Really helps me go back to basics. Thank you.
Martin.
Really kind Martin all the best. Have a great weekend
Thank you Danny, great video and a perfect reminder on this Saturday morning! Out to practise. Cheers! 😊🇮🇸
Have fun 😁
I have to say that, of all the different channels teaching golf on RUclips, I think you are the absolute best. Very pedagogical, calm and straight to the point in your videos. Other channels either talk about everything and nothing for 5-10 minutes before even coming to the point, or their tone of voice is stressful and what not.
Thank you very much for all your work 🤗
Thank you appreciate the feedback and support 😁
I had a lesson yesterday and my instructor totally changed my swing to what you have highlighted in your video.
After an hour I was getting the hang of it. Can’t wait to try it on the golf course. I’ve now got to try to change 50 years of swinging it wrong.
Great video.
That’s great Michael
I've been swinging my irons the wrong way for 40+ years now! Wish I'd seen this training video a long time ago..
Thanks mate 👍
Pleasure, really hope it helps
That's very impressive, I wanted to chuck my clubs in the pond only after a few months of playing... How you didn't give up is an accomplishment itself 😂
Danny. I've been struggling for the past couple of months, shooting 84 then 69 then 78 with shots spraying all over the golf course. This tip was the best tip I've had in years. I took it straight out to a golf tournament without any prior practice and shot great. I hit crisp solid irons and fantastic fairway woods. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
Amazing, well done Joseph
I've always thought that a solid backswing is the foundation to the rest of the swing. Without a good backswing, your body is forced to make adjustments to compensate, resulting in inconsistencies and unpredictable outcomes.
Absolutely 👌
This title is actually accurate. I watched this lesson this morning, and as I was sitting in my chair I knew this was the one and couldn't wait to get to the range. Your videos are a weekly must watch for me, and I have been gradually improving just by taking your instruction to the range. But as I watched this particular video today, I knew that it was all going to click. I just got home from the range, and I hit about 100 balls, but it felt like I had only hit about 5 balls. My swing has never once felt as effortless as it did today. Making solid contact in the middle of the face...I've literally been walking around with my head in the clouds bouncing like Rory since I left the range.
I know that sounds a bit exaggerated, but I am being completely honest. Now on to the driver and short game haha. Hope to meet you one day just to shake your hand (but hopefully for a lesson as well).
Great lesson, Danny, thank you. I am trying to get the feeling that my arms are more passive and it is my body that is initiating the swing
Awesome David
Thanks Danny. You make the science of movement easy to follow. I’ve tried your instructions and find that I’m getting more accuracy as well as much more confidence in the swing. Keep up the good work!
That’s brilliant John, really happy to help
Amazing tips mate.
I have played golf for 55 years.. my handicap has , over most of those years, not changed much... until I started watching your videos... Now All parts of my game have improved and, at 78, I am playing to the best handicap I have ever played..(13) Thank you very much. and, by the way, I truly believe I can knock a few more strokes off, my 'bad' shots are getting better and better
Love this one Danny, you did something similar before around pushing the lead arm down to lift the trail arm up which I’ve been working with a lot recently and been nailing my irons! Really helps as well when I keep my shoulders and wrists loose!
Learning the golf swing is such an amazing journey. I've dug into golf the past year and a half. Each time I come back to your videos I gain a little more information because my understanding of the golf swing is growing daily. Thank you for putting the time in to make these videos!
Thanks Josiah 😁
Great video and thanks for the additional free guide! Now time to practice. And I’m looking forward to the downswing and driver videos too! Great content, thanks Danny
Pleasure, driver video coming soon
Excellent vidéo. To me the most important, the golden key of a good golf swing is the take away. As far as I’m concerned when I miss a shot I know that there is 99% chance that something went wrong in my take away. A good take away takes you to a good back swing and then everything else becomes so easy and natural and subsequently repeatable and therefore consistent. Again that’s me but I can see that it’s true for many other golfers, I’ve seen all sorts of weird golf swings during my 34 years of golf but I’ve never seen someone playing consistently decent shots with a bad take away. Thank you for this very well explained video.
Hi. Danny, is that the same with a driver, I was always told that the driver swing should be flatter behind you? Thanks for another great video.
In reality your lead arm will get a little closer to the body at the top of the swing but as most golfers do this excessively it’s best to feel as though your hands are away from your head. The golf swing is an arc and this is created predominantly by the body turn. The body tilts are slightly different between irons and driver but the way you coordinate the arms and body is the same
Danny has done this so well. My go to practice swing for my irons and has made huge improvements! Can’t wait for the Driver video!
Basically, this is the opposite of what Saguto golf says. "keep your arms glued to the body during the backswing". There's more than one way to play.
There’s always more than one way to do it. You have to be pretty flexible to have the pure rotary movement where the hands stay glued because the club moves up because of lots of tilt in the shoulders.
Great if you have the flexibility to do it
I have heard Saguto say that. He gives some pretty good advice, but when he said the word ‘glued’ , I got a bit nervous with introducing rigidity into the swing. I have never gone wrong with Danny’s advice.
Thank you Danny for your clear and well structured guidance
Pleasure Andrew, all the best
DM quickly becoming the best on YT
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I’ve incorporated mostly everything you’ve demonstrated in all your posts, it’s helped massively, another vid explained to perfection.
Well done sir
Danny! These drills finally unlocked the full golf swing for me. I've been trying for YEARS to find that one moment where it clicked, and thanks to this video, I believe I've finally found that golden nugget. Thank you for all you do for us, Danny! Continued blessings for you and your family. Cheers!
Love Saturday morning lessons.
Great to have you here Neil
You’re the best instructor on line. Dropped 10 strokes in 2 years since I’ve been watching. Thanks for making them available to us.
That’s amazing Tracy
this is one of the best explanations of the golf swing i have ever heard. And also the drills are easy to realise! Great thanks to Danny!!!
Danny you’ve been my favorite coach for years now. Porzak is great too but a bit advanced for my game :) You’ve brought me from a 100+ to low 90’s, still room for improvement so keep these coming!
More great tips, love how you talk about it as feel rather than complicated swing thoughts! I’ll be hitting the range later and definitely trying this
You have no idea how helpful this tip was for me. I have had lessons and they explained that I was going to far over the top but your explanation of separating the arms from the chest actually explained what they meant to fix it.
@PorkChopify glad my video has helped you. Thank you for watching 👍🏻
Danny you are the best at breaking it down and making it simple as I have said many times before. Myself and my golf partner are swinging the club better than ever just now. Many thanks mate
Solid, Solid advice, Danny - thank you very much! I went golfing for the first time in three months (recovering from an injury and a job change kept me busy on weekends) and went out today with three new approaches from RUclips coaches: Your "Swing your body, not your arms" advice here, Ali Taylor's "Don't look at the ball, look at the low point of your swing" and Matt Fryer's "Aim for the center of the green for better results" - and boy, did I have a phenomenal round! Now maybe it's because I forgot all of my bad habits during my time off but your advice to keep the left arm away from your chest really changed the backswing and gave me much cleaner contact! I was hitting more square and was hitting ten yards further with my irons even though I was swinging more slowly. (Even though I was using Matt Fryer's "aim for the center of the green" approach, much of the time I ended up at the back of the green because I hit the ball so cleanly...
This was, quite literally, a game changer!
Thanks George glad to hear the video helped you 😁👍 appreciate you taking the time to comment!
It's all very well knowing what are the common mistakes people make in their swing but being able to explain it so well for the everyday golfer to understand is a great skill.
Well done Danny
What an outstanding lesson. Between this and the feet lesson with the balance disks, my swing is physically easier, much more controllable and so much more powerful. It took me a couple months and some frustration, but this is the first time in 30 years of golf, I was able to fix my swing myself. Fixing my swing was the biggest benefit. I now understand my flaws as well as what I need to feel to be successful.
Danny, I can't thank you enough, Wayne B.
That’s wonderful Wayne, well done
Another great video! Danny explains things better than any other golf instructor on RUclips.
Really kind of you to feedback
I'm a beginner.played 18 holes one time. played 9 hole 2 times. Had 3 friends coach me they all had differant ways. Got confused.
started watching your videos not confused You are remarkable. Great teacher. I'm 67 years old with a disability .seen alot of your videos thank you
That’s wonderful Calvin, really happy to help
Thanks!
Been out today to practice this at my club. This has improved my iron shots massively. I was hitting long par three greens I would normally never hit with an iron. Lovely crisp clean shots. So pleased. Many thanks Danny.
That’s wonderful Jim well done
Great video lesson. I was working on this very same swing geometry on the driving range today. Feeling I strived to achieve was turning my solar plexus back and through to target keeping the arms in sync with torso. Result: More distance, more consistency.
Danny, thanks, one of your best lessons ever. As a senior golfer I know that any one of these 3 points highlighted can creep into my swing, especially when I tire, or over think my swing to try and correct something. Great analysis, great drills and the I've downloaded the practice plan to try and implement them correctly. Looking forward to your video to see how you put this together with the driver. Thanks again.
Danny Maude is a master of golf instruction.
Another great video Danny. You explain the swing so simply! The thing I always have to remind myself is to keep a loose grip on the club. That is an area that will mess me up once I start gripping the club too tight and get too handsy.
Absolutely
My 13 yr old grandson plays golf (20 hcp) but has struggled with an inside takeaway. This video will certainly get him on the right track
Love to hear how he gets on Brian
I'm about to go on a 4 day golf trip, and I needed this video big time!! Thanks!!
Perhaps your best tip to-date. I just came from the driving range and my ratio of good to bad strikes doubled! Best of all, I was able to diagnose my errors and correct them in the bay. Can’t wait to see the driver video!
Hi Danny, I saw your driver version of this and didn't have much success, but after videoing myself I realised that this video showed I was doing two things: 1. Coming over and two not bring down the shaft correctly.
I have practiced with 60 to 6 iron so far with really great results. I will continue with these clubs until I'm very comfortable. I still have to do a simulation before hitting but I'm so happy. I genuinely cannot thank you enough. I'm bursting.
I'll get onto the driver once things become the norm.
What a day!
Thanks John happy to hear you know your faults and can work on them which is great 😁
I've watched a number of videos by pros like yourself on how to deal with and correct swing issues and slicing right, you are the only one who addressed the left arm to close or hugging the chest, which is exactly what I'm doing, causing a slice to the right, thank you for addressing this and how to correct it.
Happy to help Robert 😁
I love this lesson. I’m my game this, with grip, and forearm release have been the MOST important fundamentals. Out of decades and 1000’s of videos, lessons, and tips, this one is so valuable. Thanks!
Thanks glad it’s helpful for you 👍
Danny you are my hero. Helping me improve in every way possible. And mainly helping me have fun on the golf course. Its much appreciated. My go to channel
Thanks 😁
Thanks . This is perfect description to correct my arms and rotation. Have a nice weekend Danny.
Brilliant! Went to the club today and worked this in. Then went on the course and just kept hitting crisp shots. It feels so powerful when the ball comes off the club face now.
That’s brilliant Robert, thanks for taking the time to share
Danny, you explain things in a way that I can easily understand what to do. Thanks.
I've been struggling. This video helped me identify my death move. I spent some time on the range and played 18 holes. Much improved. Thanks, Danny!
This is gold. It helps me most with the driver. EVERY TIME my driver goes thru a wonky patch, it's because I mess up the patented D.Maude swing "awk" by bringing the hands & arms too much inside/horizontal in the backswing. (I think it's because the shaft angle looks so flat to me at address compared to the irons). Focusing on feeling the hands "gaining elevation/getting higher" as the CH swings back has straightened things out. I need this lesson installed on a chip at the front of my brain. Good work!
I watched this video yesterday and went to the range today. My swing has so much more consistency to it now and feels so much more fluid and natural after this! Watch your videos all the time and has helped me so much through my golf journey so far. Thanks and you do an amazing job with every video.
Thanks Alan appreciate your support!
Danny I am very excited about this new way of lining up for the driver hitting program . I have dementia so
It takes a little bit longer to get things down pat. Also I tire a little quicker on my second nine because of my
age, so extra strokes happen but that does not deter me, I love the game of golf to much.If I am not playing
I am at the driving range. Summer is finally here so happy happy times. Thank you for all the things you do to
improve golf for seniors.
You are very welcome Arthur wonderful to hear from you
As ever, a very thought provoking video Danny. Great way to make space.
All the best Chip
Fantastic instruction on how to get that effortless and consistent swing.
Watched one chipping video and it all fell into place, been hooked on dannys videos ever since. Another great video
Definitely one of the best videos! Your explanation makes it easy to follow and execute. The drills are great and my swing has improved. Thanks Danny.
Brilliant, all the best Elizabeth
You are the most valuable instructor/ golf coach out there. Your ability to illustrate your exercises has allowed me to “find my swing” the amount of value from your videos should warrant a tremendous amount of wealth for you.
Really kind of you Tony
This is a very fine lesson Danny. I have looked at it over and over. It hits home at my game and the horrendous slice come fade that I have cultivated for years. Tried your methodology the other day and I can't believe how it's straightened up Thanks a lot mate!
That’s wonderful Paul well done
This is a revelation !!! Finally it all makes sense. Thanks Danny it is extremely helpful to go to this level of detail because truly impossible for viewers to see this on videos or even when we see a good player on the course
Absolutely, the camera always hides it
Even when you show it, if you were not properly explaining I would consider pinching the arm around as close as possible to my vhest
An excellent, particularly helpful video with a clear, easy to follow practice plan.
The video was great but the practice plan provides a great guide to the main points.
Thank you Danny for providing this vital very valuable advice.
Pleasure Alan, hope it helps
If you read the comments Danny often adds extra valuable advice.
WHAT A FANTASTIC COACH.
Love the way he points out “no” when is wrong this make me aware yes that’s what I’m doing incorrect. If you only show the right way you sometimes don’t realize you are making the mistake. Fantastic great instrutor
Just started golf and this is the first back swing video that made sense to me vary clear instructions
Love to hear how you get on Mary
Another excellent presentation. Very helpful information. Easy to understand and concise and on point. You are one of the best instructors on RUclips!