I've been golfing for years. Sometimes just going back to the basics helps correct some bad habits I've formed. Your videos have brought me from a 24 handicap to a 12 in the 6 months I've followed you.
@@NickWagers-ln8ec Hi Nick. A handicap is a kind of "rating" that golfers get to say how many shots they are allowed per hole to make their own personal par. Par is the expected number of shots to get the ball in the hole (e.g. a par three hole allows you three shots as standard, a par five allows five shots as standard, and so on). Where handicap comes into it is when a player is allowed an extra shot, or sometimes even two shots, on top of the standard par for the hole. So, for them, a par four hole might actually be rated as a par five (or even a par six). Really good golfers have a low handicap (often a single digit number like a 4 or a 7, say), while golfers who are less skilled might have bigger numbers like 18, 22, 27, 36, etc. The handicap number itself tells you how many extra shots you are allowed over an entire round of 18 holes. Where you are allowed to add these extra shots is based on the difficulty rating of the holes on that specific golf course, which will vary from course to course. So a player with a handicap of, say, 6 will get an extra shot on the six most difficult holes on that course, and the rest of the holes will have to be played as the standard par. The reason for a having handicaps is to allow players of different abilities to compete against each other on a reasonably fair basis. So extending my example above, let's say the 6 handicap player was against a 16 handicapper. The 16 handicapper gets an extra shot, compared to standard par, on the most difficult 16 holes (which includes the 6 holes that the other player gets). But that means the 16 handicapper gets ten extra shots across the round, when compared to the 6 handicap player. The 16 player has an extra shot on ten additional holes, to make up for the difference in skill level. As you get better, your handicap reduces, meaning your extra shot "allowance" reduces. The very best players have a handicap of zero (0), which is known as "scratch" (because you don't write a number, but you just make scratch through the area where you would write your handicap). Scratch golfers get no shot allowance at all, and have to play the whole course as designed. To be a scratch golfer is one of the Holy Grails of golf, and is up there with getting a hole in one. Don't worry about trying to figure out your handicap, though. There are plenty of apps freely available to do that for you, just by entering your scorecard for the course. And it's probably more hassle than it's worth to understand the math of how it works when you're still new to the game. Hope this helps. Hit 'em straight, friend.
Don't see many comments on here about the editor. If you see this, just want to say a huge well done. The graphics on these videos are phenomenal. Keep up the hard work!
Wow thank you. I literally was at Topgolf trying to learn to swing and put this video on after failing miserably my first 20 swings. 5 minutes in to your video and already I was hitting the ball straighter and farther. I've never been interested in golf until now.
Top lad is Rick Shiels. I met him last year at Delemere Forest. He’s big time on RUclips yet has time to speak to any level of golfers even giving hints to non golfers as this video proves. Deserves every success this lad. A credit to the game.
Just started playing golf yesterday! Clubs arrived and headed to the driving range. Been watching Ricks videos and have to say they have helped me. I’d never picked up a golf club before and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at my shots. Thanks for the videos Rick it’s good to see someone as established as yourself still making time to help total amateurs like myself.
I just picked up golfing as a habit in my adult life. I scored a cheap set of used clubs and have no training/coaching in my life. Everything I know (and that’s not much of anything) I’ve learned from your videos. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos that many people would find too basic. They really help people in my boat a lot!
Getting better after every video! In a week my swing, contact and accuracy have greatly improved. Just need to work more on Driver and 3,4,5 irons. Speed, I need more speed.
Rick I’m a single digit handicapper but I’ve struggled a little bit recently. Getting back to the basics is something I needed, and a video like this came at the perfect time. Thanks!
I have been playing on and off since 2007. Sometimes I come back to these videos when I've had a rough game to cool off and get back to the basics until I can get more time to practice and improve. Thanks for such quality content!
I'm trying to get my son into golf and this has really helped - I know its a year old but its relevancy is timeless. I'm thankful I don't have to go through the pain barrier of learning again but you never forget the first time you hit the ball well , the sound it makes and the smile it creates.
I just started playing a few weeks ago and I couldn't find a good enough video to walk me thru the very basics....until now. Thank you so much for this! This is a favorite video that I think I'll be watching again and again over the years
Took me weeks to figure out those items when I started almost two years ago. I'm glad you're doing basics. More people should pick up the game of golf.
The golf swing displayed in this video is a captivating performance of fluidity and precision. From the initial backswing to the final follow-through, the golfer's control motivates me to focus on refining my technique. This video serves as a visual guide for enhancing my golfing skills and overall appreciation for the game.
Absolutely stellar instructions Rick. I am a newbie myself, and have been aimlessly going to driving ranges trying to work on my swing, but nothing was working. I could not swing for anything, and I probably hit the ball every 1 out of 10 swings. Like I said before, I had no idea how to swing, foot placement, hand placement, the whole deal. After watching this video a couple times and actually practicing the grip, as well as practicing my swing while you break it down in real time, completely changed my swing for the better. I went to the range after seeing this video and I was CRUSHING balls, more constantly and farther than ever before. You have gained a loyal subscriber. Thank you for the tips!
Finally, after hours of watching YT vids for beginners, this foreigner explains key points from holding the club, address and hitting the fn ball in one short video. Thank you.
I love these golf for novices videos because they're a great refresher in fundamentals. They always help me find something that I've lost sight of or some bad habit that may have crept into my swing. A good way to get back on track and rebuild my swing the right way again.
I usually watch all of your videos even though I’ve played golf for over 30 years. It’s a great review and I occasionally pick up something that I can use in my game. Great work, Rick! Cheers!
One of your best. I’ve taught lots of folks to play and this is so simple and well diagramed -bravo. I have passed it along to help several beginners I know as primer for the season. Well played 👍🏻
Thanks so much Rick. Just turned 65 and can't wait to try this sport. Waiting on the VA to replace my knee and shoulders. Can't wait. I watch your instructions almost every day.
Thanks Rick, only been playing a couple of weeks. Your name is always the first to come up when people give me advice. I’ll be trying this out at the range tomorrow 👊
Great video, Rick! I've been at this game (off and on) for 35 years. But it never hurts to get back to the basics. This video reminds me of really what a kind of odd motion the golf swing really is! Like the quote that is attributed to Ben Hogan: "A golf swing is an unnatural thing."
Been watching Rick for a couple of years, always been in awe and considered starting golf myself... THIS is the video that's turned me. Bought a second-hand fullset and arranged a day out at my local course. Never held a club before but the only way is up!! Thank you Rick!
Started a golf lesson today - watching this prior to the lesson gave me a real good idea of what to do - my pro was happy with me and as someone never hitting a golf ball in my life said I was doing good in my first 30 mins just wanted to say thanks Rick. I'm sure I now will get the confidence to go the driving range and practice my swing at home now
Just watched this video this morning. Been struggling with the irons. I applied this lesson the best I could this afternoon at the range and really did a lot better than I have been. Thank you !
I’ve been implementing what I’ve learned from your videos over the last couple of months. At first I was fairly frustrated. I stuck with it and today on the course it started to come together for the first time. Instead of struggling against my swing it now feels more natural and makes sense. Thanks man.
Rick I have to tell you I watched your video on strong grip and swinging, I'm hitting my irons now watching your videos it completely changed the next day I went out
Awesome, thanks for the great videos Rick. Thanks for the grip explanation. I've always said a 'standard' grip is just fine, no need to interlock the pinky finger. I've never agreed with people that said you 'have to' do this.
Rick, I just discovered your videos, they are awesome. My daughter is now golfing in high school and I am learning with her once again. Thank you for sharing.
I started playing golf in March just because of Ricks videos started watching his driver and ball tests on Facebook now here I am down the rabbit hole!
Loving you have time to do the simplest of vids for new starters, my boss is thinking of giving golf a go so will get him to watch this vid, cheers Rick for the entertainment and vids you do 👍🏻👍🏻
Super helpful! Heading to Roger Dunn now to pick up accessories because my 13 year old and I enjoy the driving range. Will definitely use these tips to improve our practice. Thank you.
I'm a bit late to the game....a complete novis and I found this video a great help! Got my first Golf session next week, we'll see how it goes! Thanks for your help, have subscribed! 👍
Great stuff, just picked up a club again after 20+ years it is truly starting over. Great videos, not dry simple engaging, and fun, like hanging out with a friend on the course getting pointers.
Great video Rick the last one I watched was placing the line on the ball straight towards the target and as a left handed golfer strike the ball to the right of center , I played yesterday and all driver shots were straight and hit solid and I got better distance THANK YOU I will apply this sweep the ball brushing the ground approach when I go to the range or next time I play Thanks again
Young golfer at Quebec are rare and you are the reason as a 25year old golfer starting this year , you motivate me such much to get better goign foward to maybe buying a real set of golf next year Merci beaucoup Richard =D
New to golf never played never hit a ball, going to the driving range today gonna practise this stuff and hopefully learn how to hit a ball before playing for the first time at the course next weekend
This is the best beginner swing video I have seen. I watched a load of "swing for beginners" after my first ever golf lesson and session at the driving range and finally found this one. Really helped consolidate what I was taught and helped my technique when I went back to the range on my own. Great stuff.
This is the worst disconnected arm swing you could teach anyone. Ball contact is the most important thing in golf and you're teaching to aim at a tee peg? Wrong. Better to teach chop down on the ball leading with the bottom L of the club. This leads to better contact with ball and hands turnover naturally through impact, giving a nice draw and give it and follow through.
Love the channel Rick, has helped me a ton over the years. Went from slop golf shooting in the 100's to the low 80's just from following your tips. Keep it up my man!
Been watching your channel for ages, but only recently started to look at actually playing. Got hold of a full set of mainly new/unused clubs off a neighbour for £25 and started going to the range just to get a feel for it. Just need to build up some confidence to actually go out on course!! I love these videos that helps the likes of myself but also your other videos that are easy and enjoyable to watch even for non-golfers.
Im brand new to golf, just played for the first time at a local golf course, this video is exactly what I’m looking for to improve my swing, I’m hitting too hard and not coordinated and missing the ball or hitting the grass too hard
I’ve just begun learning to golf (5 times) and my brother-in-law has been helpful about telling me to just pull it forward and swing it back when it comes to my drive. The idea of sweeping the peg never occurred to me. My thought process was that the tee should not be touched and that I should be solidly making contact with the ball alone. But now that I actually think about it that doesn’t mean that I’m going to end up with the ball in the center of my club. I’m knocking it straight down into the ground. Thanks for the tip, I’ll update after my next time out.
1.5 Millions subscribers and my man Rick still takes time for greenest of green golfers. Legend.
Thank you mate
I totally agree I love your videos rick
@@RickShielsPGA when you post a video on RUclips do you flim it the same day
Don't even need to be green, I've been playing for decades but still have troubles with my swing lol.
Time to start from the beginning 😬
@@liamkirkbride9577 His beard is trimmed in recent podcast videos, so I'm guessing he films as much as he can in a day then releases them over time.
I've been golfing for years. Sometimes just going back to the basics helps correct some bad habits I've formed. Your videos have brought me from a 24 handicap to a 12 in the 6 months I've followed you.
sorry i'm a newbie, how do i figure out my handicap? also, what is a handicap?
@@NickWagers-ln8ec handicap is a type of food
@@NickWagers-ln8ec Hi Nick. A handicap is a kind of "rating" that golfers get to say how many shots they are allowed per hole to make their own personal par. Par is the expected number of shots to get the ball in the hole (e.g. a par three hole allows you three shots as standard, a par five allows five shots as standard, and so on).
Where handicap comes into it is when a player is allowed an extra shot, or sometimes even two shots, on top of the standard par for the hole. So, for them, a par four hole might actually be rated as a par five (or even a par six).
Really good golfers have a low handicap (often a single digit number like a 4 or a 7, say), while golfers who are less skilled might have bigger numbers like 18, 22, 27, 36, etc. The handicap number itself tells you how many extra shots you are allowed over an entire round of 18 holes. Where you are allowed to add these extra shots is based on the difficulty rating of the holes on that specific golf course, which will vary from course to course. So a player with a handicap of, say, 6 will get an extra shot on the six most difficult holes on that course, and the rest of the holes will have to be played as the standard par.
The reason for a having handicaps is to allow players of different abilities to compete against each other on a reasonably fair basis. So extending my example above, let's say the 6 handicap player was against a 16 handicapper. The 16 handicapper gets an extra shot, compared to standard par, on the most difficult 16 holes (which includes the 6 holes that the other player gets). But that means the 16 handicapper gets ten extra shots across the round, when compared to the 6 handicap player. The 16 player has an extra shot on ten additional holes, to make up for the difference in skill level.
As you get better, your handicap reduces, meaning your extra shot "allowance" reduces. The very best players have a handicap of zero (0), which is known as "scratch" (because you don't write a number, but you just make scratch through the area where you would write your handicap).
Scratch golfers get no shot allowance at all, and have to play the whole course as designed. To be a scratch golfer is one of the Holy Grails of golf, and is up there with getting a hole in one.
Don't worry about trying to figure out your handicap, though. There are plenty of apps freely available to do that for you, just by entering your scorecard for the course. And it's probably more hassle than it's worth to understand the math of how it works when you're still new to the game.
Hope this helps. Hit 'em straight, friend.
@@interestedbystander196 Thank you, this helped me a lot!
@@interestedbystander196 Im new to golf aswell with no idea what a handicap was and you're explanation was fantastic to a newby
My wife wants to start golfing with me. This is perfect to show her!!
Indeed. The last person a wife wants advice from is her husband. Facts!
Excellent
Don't do it you'll never have "me" time ever!
She just wants to know what the boys st golf are really doing.. so hide your beers! Hahaha
Don't see many comments on here about the editor. If you see this, just want to say a huge well done. The graphics on these videos are phenomenal. Keep up the hard work!
Took some time away from golf (and Rick's videos) due to injury and coming back now... what a difference the editing has done! Great job
Wow thank you. I literally was at Topgolf trying to learn to swing and put this video on after failing miserably my first 20 swings. 5 minutes in to your video and already I was hitting the ball straighter and farther. I've never been interested in golf until now.
Even been playing golf for 7-8 years it’s good to hear the basics and to get the simple things back
I've been golfing for about 2 years now, and this is exactly what I need: going back to the basics.
Top lad is Rick Shiels. I met him last year at Delemere Forest. He’s big time on RUclips yet has time to speak to any level of golfers even giving hints to non golfers as this video proves. Deserves every success this lad. A credit to the game.
Just started playing golf yesterday! Clubs arrived and headed to the driving range. Been watching Ricks videos and have to say they have helped me. I’d never picked up a golf club before and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at my shots. Thanks for the videos Rick it’s good to see someone as established as yourself still making time to help total amateurs like myself.
check our page out, we arent all pros! 😊😊
Still goin strong?
Thank You, I'm having golf tryouts for my school this Wednesday
check our page out, we arent all pros! i only started last year and am here if you want to chat!😊😊
This man is a legend and greatest I hope he doesn’t quit ever
Finally. Simplicity. Thank you so much
been watching for 2 years now, but still grateful for videos like these. I'm a right crap golfer, and appreciate the break down.
I just picked up golfing as a habit in my adult life. I scored a cheap set of used clubs and have no training/coaching in my life. Everything I know (and that’s not much of anything) I’ve learned from your videos. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos that many people would find too basic. They really help people in my boat a lot!
Getting better after every video! In a week my swing, contact and accuracy have greatly improved. Just need to work more on Driver and 3,4,5 irons. Speed, I need more speed.
Rick I’m a single digit handicapper but I’ve struggled a little bit recently. Getting back to the basics is something I needed, and a video like this came at the perfect time. Thanks!
I’ve just started golfing, don’t have a handicap yet. But I’ve watched almost every video!! Feeling like a pro allready, thanks Rick!!
Been playing golf a while now and I still found this useful. Always good to get back to basics
I have been playing on and off since 2007. Sometimes I come back to these videos when I've had a rough game to cool off and get back to the basics until I can get more time to practice and improve. Thanks for such quality content!
Just getting into Golf and found the video very informative, Fun and used language a newbie can understand, Thanks Rick & Team!
thanks rick. just heading off to the course after a layoff and have watched this as a reminder to Keep It Simple.
Looking forward to my daughter watching this, she has just started playing, thanks for taking the time to do a simple video for beginners
I'm trying to get my son into golf and this has really helped - I know its a year old but its relevancy is timeless. I'm thankful I don't have to go through the pain barrier of learning again but you never forget the first time you hit the ball well , the sound it makes and the smile it creates.
Rick! LEGEND! Thanks so much for these beginners videos!
Just started to play Rick and despite being in my late 50's I find your videos are brilliant and actually improving my shots.
Very helpful for us beginners!
Keep them coming🙏
Too good💯
Bro, you've helped my golf game so much and have made me fall in love with the sport. Keep up the great work Rick.
I just started playing a few weeks ago and I couldn't find a good enough video to walk me thru the very basics....until now. Thank you so much for this! This is a favorite video that I think I'll be watching again and again over the years
Just started golf and my clubs arrived today.
Going to the range tonight and this helps a lot.
Thanks Rick.
Took me weeks to figure out those items when I started almost two years ago. I'm glad you're doing basics. More people should pick up the game of golf.
Great tips! Made me hit way better than my 1st time at the range, and made me much more confident! Thanks a lot!
I’ve been playing 35 years and I was just about to google a video just like this. Sometimes you need to go back to the fundamentals. Thanks!
Probably the best video you have ever shown Rick! Sometimes even us mid hadicap players need to go back to the basics! Cheers!
This is the first the first video I’ve seen for absolute beginners. Great! Maybe not for me, 30+ years in the game, but for new golfers. 👍👍👍
I just started. Thank you for this very helpful guide on how to swing the club properly.
This guy is the best at his golf videos and I mean THE BEST.
The golf swing displayed in this video is a captivating performance of fluidity and precision. From the initial backswing to the final follow-through, the golfer's control motivates me to focus on refining my technique. This video serves as a visual guide for enhancing my golfing skills and overall appreciation for the game.
Absolutely stellar instructions Rick. I am a newbie myself, and have been aimlessly going to driving ranges trying to work on my swing, but nothing was working. I could not swing for anything, and I probably hit the ball every 1 out of 10 swings. Like I said before, I had no idea how to swing, foot placement, hand placement, the whole deal. After watching this video a couple times and actually practicing the grip, as well as practicing my swing while you break it down in real time, completely changed my swing for the better. I went to the range after seeing this video and I was CRUSHING balls, more constantly and farther than ever before. You have gained a loyal subscriber. Thank you for the tips!
Why is this the most helpful golf video I’ve ever seen
I've just picked up golf again after a nearly 10 year break and this video is really useful for just reminding me of the fundamentals! Cheers!
Your video's are exactly what I've been looking for. Thank you.
Finally, after hours of watching YT vids for beginners, this foreigner explains key points from holding the club, address and hitting the fn ball in one short video. Thank you.
This was super helpful! I’m playing in a golf scramble for work on Monday and I’ve never played before.
I love these golf for novices videos because they're a great refresher in fundamentals. They always help me find something that I've lost sight of or some bad habit that may have crept into my swing. A good way to get back on track and rebuild my swing the right way again.
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I usually watch all of your videos even though I’ve played golf for over 30 years. It’s a great review and I occasionally pick up something that I can use in my game. Great work, Rick! Cheers!
Thank you Rick. Going back to basic really helps. Much appreciated mate!
One of your best. I’ve taught lots of folks to play and this is so simple and well diagramed -bravo. I have passed it along to help several beginners I know as primer for the season. Well played 👍🏻
Thanks so much Rick.
Just turned 65 and can't wait to try this sport.
Waiting on the VA to replace my knee and shoulders.
Can't wait. I watch your instructions almost every day.
Thanks Rick, only been playing a couple of weeks.
Your name is always the first to come up when people give me advice.
I’ll be trying this out at the range tomorrow 👊
I've been playing for 10 years. Still found this handy to reinforce the basics.
Great video, Rick! I've been at this game (off and on) for 35 years. But it never hurts to get back to the basics. This video reminds me of really what a kind of odd motion the golf swing really is! Like the quote that is attributed to Ben Hogan:
"A golf swing is an unnatural thing."
Haven't played in 5 years so I'm looking to get back into it some. It's nice to have a refresher of the basics! Thanks!
Same with me. 5 years is a long time to forget basics. I had even forgotten how to hold a club. Rick has helped me tremendously.
Been watching Rick for a couple of years, always been in awe and considered starting golf myself... THIS is the video that's turned me. Bought a second-hand fullset and arranged a day out at my local course. Never held a club before but the only way is up!! Thank you Rick!
check our page out, we arent all pros! 😊😊
Started a golf lesson today - watching this prior to the lesson gave me a real good idea of what to do - my pro was happy with me and as someone never hitting a golf ball in my life said I was doing good in my first 30 mins just wanted to say thanks Rick. I'm sure I now will get the confidence to go the driving range and practice my swing at home now
Great video for new players, and existing players. Always good to review the basics after a time.
Thanks for all the instructional videos Rick!
I want some more coaching videos. Even simple 3 minute vids where you want to point out a big mistake people are making, it always helps me out.
Subscribe to his Facebook. He puts short informative vids there often.
Just watched this video this morning. Been struggling with the irons. I applied this lesson the best I could this afternoon at the range and really did a lot better than I have been. Thank you !
I’ve been implementing what I’ve learned from your videos over the last couple of months. At first I was fairly frustrated. I stuck with it and today on the course it started to come together for the first time. Instead of struggling against my swing it now feels more natural and makes sense. Thanks man.
Just started off recently and this video has helped so so much, thanks!
Rick I have to tell you I watched your video on strong grip and swinging, I'm hitting my irons now watching your videos it completely changed the next day I went out
Awesome, thanks for the great videos Rick. Thanks for the grip explanation. I've always said a 'standard' grip is just fine, no need to interlock the pinky finger. I've never agreed with people that said you 'have to' do this.
best insructor yet--Ive been watching Hank Haney and Martin Chuck--I like your simple style. Thanks!
I used to play golf A LOT and took a 10 year hiatus but I’m back now and this video was a HUGE help as a refresher course 😅😂
Rick, I just discovered your videos, they are awesome. My daughter is now golfing in high school and I am learning with her once again. Thank you for sharing.
Just shared this for my mate who has been to the driving range with us a few times, cheers Rick.
I started playing golf in March just because of Ricks videos started watching his driver and ball tests on Facebook now here I am down the rabbit hole!
I just started golf 10 minutes ago. I wish you could see the improvement. Amazing video. Thank you so much!!!
I started july 2020. Put in a ton of work and used Rick's channel. Shoot 85s on the regular. U da man rick!
I’ve been playing 35 years and I learned a few tips! Spot on!
I'm just about to start on my golfing journey..
These vlogs are great for me as before I had no idea..
I'm so looking for ward to my first ever round
Loving you have time to do the simplest of vids for new starters, my boss is thinking of giving golf a go so will get him to watch this vid, cheers Rick for the entertainment and vids you do 👍🏻👍🏻
Super helpful! Heading to Roger Dunn now to pick up accessories because my 13 year old and I enjoy the driving range. Will definitely use these tips to improve our practice. Thank you.
Showing this to my kiddos!!! Thanks Rick!! 🔥🔥🔥🇺🇸🇺🇸
I'm a bit late to the game....a complete novis and I found this video a great help! Got my first Golf session next week, we'll see how it goes! Thanks for your help, have subscribed! 👍
Great stuff, just picked up a club again after 20+ years it is truly starting over. Great videos, not dry simple engaging, and fun, like hanging out with a friend on the course getting pointers.
This is perfect for me, I’m dying to get into golf. I’m 35 this year and never played!! Thanks Rick 👍🏻
check our page out, we arent all pros! i only started last year and am here if you want to chat!😊😊
Love how thorough this is
I never had anyone too teach me the basics. This is 100% the perfect video for beginners. Thank you!!
Just watching how to line up from the ball helped my swing immensely. Thanks for this video
Great checklist for someone like me who is getting back into golf. A few things I’ve not consciously thought of before!
This dudes the goat !!!! Just got my first set at 40 years old and been golfing par 3 to learn the 9 iron !
Thanks pal, going to the driving range for the first time tomorrow here in Leeds - love the videos, keep up the good work
this guy is a real pro
This video is perfect for me. I started out with a secondhand Wood [3], should have bought an iron. I am just starting out, I will be watching you.
Great fundamentals here ! Anyone can benefit from them. I am working on a few of these and I've been playing for 15 years.
I've only recently picked up golf, finding it really frustrating (and a bit embarrassing), so these videos really help. Thanks!
Finally found someone that made it perfectly simple thanks for the video!
just sent this to 4 of my mates of have just started playing Thanks Rick!
Rick... what a great way to distill and demystify the process for beginners. I will be sharing for sure!
Great video Rick the last one I watched was placing the line on the ball straight towards the target and as a left handed golfer strike the ball to the right of center , I played yesterday and all driver shots were straight and hit solid and I got better distance THANK YOU I will apply this sweep the ball brushing the ground approach when I go to the range or next time I play Thanks again
Young golfer at Quebec are rare and you are the reason as a 25year old golfer starting this year , you motivate me such much to get better
goign foward to maybe buying a real set of golf next year
Merci beaucoup Richard =D
You are the best golf teacher. I watched 20 of different golf swings on youtube, yours are the best!... where do you teach physically?
THANK YOU! Just started golf due to the pandemic and have been binging your videos since
New to golf never played never hit a ball, going to the driving range today gonna practise this stuff and hopefully learn how to hit a ball before playing for the first time at the course next weekend
join all of us mate! we all started somewhere!
How'd you go
@@dom0 pretty great mate thanks, golf is super fun and I'm enjoying the challenge of getting better
@@dancingrook8553 that's awesome to hear mate!
This is the best beginner swing video I have seen. I watched a load of "swing for beginners" after my first ever golf lesson and session at the driving range and finally found this one. Really helped consolidate what I was taught and helped my technique when I went back to the range on my own. Great stuff.
This is the worst disconnected arm swing you could teach anyone. Ball contact is the most important thing in golf and you're teaching to aim at a tee peg? Wrong. Better to teach chop down on the ball leading with the bottom L of the club. This leads to better contact with ball and hands turnover naturally through impact, giving a nice draw and give it and follow through.
Love the channel Rick, has helped me a ton over the years. Went from slop golf shooting in the 100's to the low 80's just from following your tips. Keep it up my man!
Been watching your channel for ages, but only recently started to look at actually playing. Got hold of a full set of mainly new/unused clubs off a neighbour for £25 and started going to the range just to get a feel for it. Just need to build up some confidence to actually go out on course!! I love these videos that helps the likes of myself but also your other videos that are easy and enjoyable to watch even for non-golfers.
Im brand new to golf, just played for the first time at a local golf course, this video is exactly what I’m looking for to improve my swing, I’m hitting too hard and not coordinated and missing the ball or hitting the grass too hard
First timer here! Thank you for this video!
I’ve just begun learning to golf (5 times) and my brother-in-law has been helpful about telling me to just pull it forward and swing it back when it comes to my drive. The idea of sweeping the peg never occurred to me. My thought process was that the tee should not be touched and that I should be solidly making contact with the ball alone. But now that I actually think about it that doesn’t mean that I’m going to end up with the ball in the center of my club. I’m knocking it straight down into the ground. Thanks for the tip, I’ll update after my next time out.