"Shoulder Down to Find the Ground"...This Golf Swing Feel Will Change Your Game
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- Опубліковано 17 чер 2024
- Of all the golf swing tips, this is ONE move that always works with my students. You're probably needing this piece in your golf swing right now - it's going to help you hit the golf ball better. I love this golf tip because it makes the golf swing so much easier for you.
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0:00 Intro
0:28 The Importance of Shoulder Down
2:12 This Poem Sums Up the Golf Swing
2:43 The Golf Swing Drill and Fix
5:00 A Good Feel for the Golf Swing
7:20 Lesson Notes and Recap
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I am Tom Saguto, PGA Member and founder of SagutoGolf. Thank you for visiting my instructional page where you can find how to get on the fast track to improving your golfing abilities. Whether you are a seasoned golfing veteran looking for a quick swing tune-up after an on-course emergency, or a beginner just looking to get the most out of your golfing experience, I am here to help you achieve your golfing goals.
My mission as your swing doctor is simple, to help you maximize your enjoyment in game of golf. Because, let’s face it, golf is a hard game.
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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Hi Tom, thanks for this. Are you using blade or cavity club?
You are quite simply the best.
Bro…why do you not have 7 billion subs? And why am I just now finding this channel 😂
Just listen to Tom and you will drop 10 strokes in 1 month guaranteed, dont listen to negative comments about stack n tilt do the opposite of fight club when your waiting for them with putter in hand.
LOL!! I suppose we've all got to start somewhere, Nate, and I am most grateful for the support of the 104k subs we've grown to so far!!
Anyway, now that you're here we can say.... Welcome to "the dark side", where the spoils of "conventional" instruction - chronic inconsistency, physical pain, and endless frustration - yield to the fruits of effortless and body-friendly enjoyment of this great game for a lifetime. 😆
I'm very glad to have you on board!!
Cheers!
Tom
PS: Since you are new to the channel, I wanted to briefly make you aware of my online school as that is where the most structured opportunity for learning resides, and so many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as enrolled students. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm regularly adding new content. This will really put you on the fast track in a well-organized, self-guided fashion. There's even a members' forum where you can ask me specific swing-related questions, interact with others in the SagutoGolf community, and suggest new content ideas, plus you'll also have access to all exclusive UA-cam paid channel member content at no additional charge. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
40 years of golf .3 month waching your video never strike the ball so good .u the man
That's fantastic!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!!
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/
I’m all in on the crispy shot bandwagon bro! I love it. Took me two years to find the right channel!
Awesome!! Welcome to "the dark side", Greg, 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!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my lesson 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
Rock and Roll hair is a must to golf at a high level.
Wish I still had that thick hair...wear it while you can...
After viewing god-knows-how-many videos and taking a number of lessons, the shoulder down method is probably one of the best pieces of information that has improved my game to take the divot in front of the ball. Couple that with cupping the lead wrist (knuckles down) for shaft lean and left elbow glued to the body on the down swing, presto, low scores. Thank you!
Great job incorporating this lesson into your swing, @Jesse_James! Welcome to the world of crispy ball striking bliss!
Tom
@sagutogolf can u list of that 3 videos link?
Love your golf tips & great presentation 👍
Great vid pal always a pleasure to watch 👍
Tom’s swing method + single length irons = the best golf of my life.
That's fantastic, Jonathan!!
Thanks for sharing your success, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
This actually works, good video. This has been a game changer for me specifically
Revisited this video and it is the best ever. Went to the range after viewing this tip and hit the ball very consistently and it FELT GOOD! I tilted toward the target and pointed my shoulder to the ground and everything else fell into place. I also added distance by doing this simple move. Thanks Tom!!
Thank you for this lovely tip!
My pleasure, John - I'm glad to know that it helped you!
Tom
I discovered you today, I needed this tip after today’s shitty frustrating golf. I had this shoulder down thing and slowly changed it and messed up my Swing…. Okay golf championship on Saturday, here I come, watch this space🤓… thanks, Great Videos, Great personality!
Amazing! I’ve gained distance and dropped my handicap in my 40’s. It’s crazy what a difference it makes when I consistently compress the golf ball and hit these nice draws. Thanks a bunch Tom. I’m so glad I found your content. I shot back to back 75’s this weekend
That is absolutely fabulous, David!! Thanks so much for sharing your success!!
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Tom
Good stuff!
As always, Saguto makes sense in a crazy world. Pure.
LOL!! Glad you enjoyed it, Paulie!!
Keep it Crispy!
Tom
Incredible Video as always you’re the man 🏌♂👍
Thanks! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will also enjoy 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/
Those Polo guys were bucking frilliant! :) Always great stuff from you Tom....thank you.
They sure were, right??......😂😂😂
Glad you enjoyed it, @TMacD!!
Tom
Great teaching thanks
Thanks David - I'm glad you enjoyed this lesson and I hope it performs well for you!
Tom
Great tip, just watched with my 9 year old son, we both found it very crispy! Love from Scotland x
Thanks Jayke - I'm very glad to know that you and your son both enjoyed this episode.
Be sure to tell him that Tom says to keep it crispy!!!
Cheers!
Tom
Just subscribed this week... didn't realize I did a swing like this a couple of years ago and it had a name... was the best I shot for a couple of months until a hook developed and I abandoned it... watched your videos, took the advice to heart and went back to range yesterday... and who knew they'd have a bucket of mashed potatoes served up extra crispy for me! Could be a game changer in the tournaments. Can't get enough of Saguto Golf!
And so we say..... Welcome to "the dark side", @mikearon1970, where the spoils of "conventional" instruction - chronic inconsistency, physical pain, and endless frustration - yield to the fruits of effortless and body-friendly enjoyment of this great game for a lifetime. 😆
I'm very glad to have you on board!!
By the way, if you'd really like to get on the fast track towards learning and owning this swing, please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school. So many folks across the globe are now playing the best golf of their lives as a result. As a member you'll enjoy:
- Unlimited access to comprehensive members-only systems for the full swing.
- Short game courses: Chipping, Pitching, Bunker play, Putting.
- Simplified, succinct, step-by-step lessons and drills designed to put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion.
- Detailed troubleshooting diagnostic videos and fixes for a variety of common swing issues.
- Power & Distance course.
- Shot-Shaping Grid course.
- Ball Flight Fixes course.
- Indoor Training Program.
- The quick-start “Get Out and Go Play” program.
- A Members' Forum where you can ask specific swing-related questions, interact with others in the SagutoGolf community, and suggest new content ideas.
- Access to all exclusive paid UA-cam channel members-only content at no additional charge.
- Discounted rate on my V1 Swing Video Analysis service.
- Ongoing additions of new content.
All that and more for the ridiculous "tuition" of just $10 US/ month or $99/year. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Tom
So awesome!
Thanks Mark! Enjoy your newly discovered training aid!!
Tom
Great stuff. Love your enthusiasm. Keep up the great work 😀⛳️👍🤪
Glad you enjoyed it, Rich, and I appreciate your kind words regarding my instruction content and delivery style!!
Have fun out there!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf I try sometimes good but sometimes with a lot of swearing !🤪😀
Great double act that simplifies stack and tilt.
Thanks James - I'm glad this lesson resonated well with you!
Tom
Tnx Tom!
You got it, Jincy!!
Dude...this tip took my driving range game to new heights! 😃🤘🏻Now, I just gotta make it work on the course. One of the best things I immediately noticed was how my hands were set in a much better position at the top of my backswing consistently! 🤗
Yep - properly executed, the tilt will put you in a great position at the top from which to transition into an on-plane, powerful downswing!
Now, if you'd really like to get on the fast track towards learning and owning this swing, please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school. So many folks across the globe are now playing the best golf of their lives as a result. As an enrolled member you'll enjoy:
- Unlimited access to comprehensive members-only systems for the full swing.
- Short game courses: Chipping, Pitching, Bunker play, Putting.
- Simplified, succinct, step-by-step lessons and drills designed to put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion.
- Detailed troubleshooting diagnostic videos and fixes for a variety of common swing issues.
- Power & Distance course.
- Shot-Shaping Grid course.
- Ball Flight Fixes course.
- Indoor Training Program.
- A Members' Forum where you can ask specific swing-related questions, interact with others in the SagutoGolf community, and suggest new content ideas.
- Access to all exclusive paid UA-cam channel members-only content at no additional charge.
- Discounted rate on my V1 Swing Video Analysis service.
- Ongoing additions of new content.
All that and more for just $10 US/ month or $99/year. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
Thanks for sharing your success with this Tilt lesson! Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Tom
Best golf advice ever!
Thanks so much, Tim - I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you!!
Tom
Tom Saguto is the best golf instructer in the universe! His online golf school is the best there is!
I like how you don't mince words and get straight to the point, Robert..... 😎
Thanks so much for your support and for the online school shoutout!!
TS
Tom Saguto best thing that ever happened to golf. He really cares and teaches from the heart. Golf ain’t easy but “stack and tilt” is the holy grail of a repeatable “Hoganesque” swing. This guy has personality and sincerity - listen up
golfers to the new golf guru.
I have watched golf tip videos for a long time. I can say this video improved my iron play immediately! Contact is crisp and for the most part shots are dead straight. Only took hitting a few balls on the range to go wow. While playing after watching this it has really lowered my scores. Thanks Saguto
That's fabulous, Charles!!
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; 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
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/
I am an old golf nerd and was aware of the bio mechanical need for tilt in golf, I have never seen the tilt towards target so well presented, it is often not recognised. Love you work Tom. You are a breathe of fresh air in golf instruction even for an old guy like myself.
I truly appreciate your kind words, Phil, and I'm very glad to know that "an old golf nerd" (😂) is enjoying my channel's instruction content!!
Thanks for your support and have fun out there!!
Cheers,
Tom
Your swing is looking real good Tom !
Thanks David - I appreciate that!!
Tom
Yo saguto. Amazing video. Just went 2 under on my par 3 9 hole course. Personal best. Thanks bruh
That's *FANTASTIC* - Congratulations on your personal best!! I'm very glad to know that this video resonated so well with you!!
Thanks for sharing your success, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
Thanks Tom!!! Best pro…
Gave up on golf once in my life became way to frustrating. Watched a couple of your videos and now I’m going out weekly and having fun! Thanks for the videos!!
As I said, Zach, "Life is too short to play bad golf..."
I am very glad to know that you are benefiting from my channel's instruction content, and most importantly that you are having fun and enjoying this great game as that is what this is really all about!
Perhaps sometime soon I'll see you enrolled in the SagutoGolf online school for just $10 US/month or $99 US/year?? 😎
Thanks again and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Another great tip...a golf teacher, a guitar player, and now a poet! Your talents amaze me.
LOL!!!! 😂😂😂
Glad you enjoyed it!!
Tom
Oh yeah, every single time, crispy, crispy, crispy and so tastee.
Tom, you have me hitting better and better everytime I just do what you say. It truly feels effortless.
All hail Tom!
LOL!! Nothing like an endless buffet of effortless extra-crispy KFC, right??!!
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Tom I had to laugh. It was like one of your videos were some poor sod is struggling further down the line while you crisping your way. I was hitting balls on the range and there was a lesson going on before I got there. Poor buddy was chewing on chunk burgers . Thise burhers must have been tough to make because he was sweating so much trying to crush the ball. His instructor just moved him to where I was out of his sight. It was obvious that he was having problems transitioning from position 17 to 18......
Once again, thanks Tom. I hope you ignore the nay sayers. For they know not what they saye.
Many other instructirs talk about timing and connectedness, you actually show it and how to acieve it.
Any spelling errors are the result of C.C. and ginger ale.
My apologies.
I like you so so so much, Mr. Saguto!!! I love you so so so much Mr. Saguto !!! You are the best coach/instructor
I've ever met. Sometime in the future, I would like to see you and receive your golf lessons !!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words and support, and I am very glad to know that you are benefiting from my instruction content and enjoying my teaching style!!
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/
You are very funny!! Crispy!!! Love your videos!
Thanks - I'm glad you are enjoying my content!!
Keep it crispy!!
TS
Joined Tom's online golf school 2 weeks ago after being so inconsistent with my game. Can honestly say it's worth the small fee. Ball striking has been so more consistent, had to drop a club on my distance as striking them so much cleaner. Still loads to work on, but seems my search is over. Tom's swing method works fact.
And so we say.... Welcome to "the dark side", @gripper017, where the spoils of "conventional" instruction - chronic inconsistency, physical pain, and endless frustration - yield to the fruits of effortless and body-friendly enjoyment of this great game for a lifetime. 😆
I'm very glad to have you on board in the school, and I truly appreciate your kind words and support!!
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Tom
PS: If you haven't already done so, please enroll in the SagutoGolf community “Office Hours” forum (which is included in your online school membership) and begin engaging with other golfers in the school. It only takes a minute or two to enroll - just go to your “My Courses” screen and you’ll see a link to get started. Once signed in you’ll be able to access and participate in the great dialogue that we are having on a variety of topics. You can start discussions, contribute to existing threads, post specific swing questions, make some new friends, and just share in the common bond and banter of golfers from around the world seeking to improve their games and help others to do the same. I monitor the forum regularly and am a frequent participant in the discussions, including assisting with swing-related inquiries. I really think you’ll enjoy it!
This is awesome, because I thought I had tilt and didn't I had to exaggerate the feel it felt like I was trying to put my left shoulder on the ground it was no where near but that was a feel and now I'm flushing it you rock Tom
Awesome, Ronnie!! I'm very glad to know that this lesson clarified the tilt component for you; 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
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/
You make me want to go out to practice, even on a rainy 45 degree day, because you give me confidence I can get better. I really appreciate that.
I appreciate that, Whitney, and I love your dedication and commitment to improvement!
Stay dry out there!!
Tom
Ha ha...I’m laughing sir. Crispy beautiful golf shots. Like the demonstration of “tilt”👍. Thx 🙏
I'm very glad you enjoyed it, @James_DaveS!!
Keep it crispy and have fun out there!!
Tom
In Scotland, the home of golf, they also emphasize this. Tilt to the hilt while wearing a kilt (for divot of frontward silt). The attire also offers freedom of movement for the pendulum, swing - and lean, shaft.
Damn..... I've got some serious work to do on my poetry skills if I'm going to have any hope of competing with that...😂😂😂
I love it! Thanks for sharing!
Tom
Thanks Tom as always. Surgeon says about six more weeks. I'm chomping at the bits!
i'm in hysterics laughing at standing up at your daughter's graduation to try this move :) I could listen to Tom all day, so entertaining! This move is pure gold and has kept me playing golf, was ready to pack it in (well I always say that after bad round!). has made unreal difference to my contact with ball. Thanks a mill Tom.
LOL!!
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and "lesson and a show" teaching style are resonating with you, John!!
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/
@@SagutoGolf Thanks Tom, will check out. I do try some of your moves at home & get some strange looks from my family 😂😂
Nice tip Slash
LOL! Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
Tom
Just found your channel today. I am hooked! “Shoulder down to find the ground”. My iron swing was garbage, hence on UA-cam searching for weight transfer. This drill feels so natural to me. I can’t wait to start betting rounds of beer with my buddies on the course. I am waxing on the new bro 😅. No more shifting right ever again.
Welcome to "the dark side", Nick, where the spoils of "conventional" instruction - chronic inconsistency, physical pain, and endless frustration - yield to the fruits of effortless and body-friendly enjoyment of this great game for a lifetime. 😆
I'm very glad to have you on board!!
Now, if you'd really like to get on the fast track towards learning and owning this swing - and having your buddies finance all your beers - please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school. So many folks across the globe are now playing the best golf of their lives as a result. As an enrolled member you'll enjoy:
- Unlimited access to comprehensive members-only systems for the full swing.
- Short game courses: Chipping, Pitching, Bunker play, Putting.
- Simplified, succinct, step-by-step lessons and drills designed to put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion.
- Detailed troubleshooting diagnostic videos and fixes for a variety of common swing issues.
- Power & Distance course.
- Shot-Shaping Grid course.
- Ball Flight Fixes course.
- Indoor Training Program.
- The quick-start “Get Out and Go Play” program.
- A Members' Forum where you can ask specific swing-related questions, interact with others in the SagutoGolf community, and suggest new content ideas.
- Access to all exclusive paid UA-cam channel members-only content at no additional charge.
- Discounted rate on my V1 Swing Video Analysis service.
- Ongoing additions of new content.
All that and more for the ridiculous "tuition" of just $10 US/ month or $99/year. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
Have fun out there!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf then ya hit me with Star Wars reference. This ensures this is the right channel for me. I am a V1 golf app subscriber. I use it for my Apple Watch. I am very interested to use your coaching analysis with V1 coaching. I think I am coming to the dark side monthly.
Hands down best golf instructor on UA-cam 👍👍
Thanks so much, @Ged_Farrel - I truly appreciate your kind words and support!!
Tom
And most entertaining! Thanks to Tom, I just scored a 160 yard hole in one today only because I try to execute the stack and tilt method. Pure joy for my golf buddies and I to witness an ace!
Crispy as usual. Can you please do a video on shallowing your divot and some feels for extending through impact and the importance of straightening the left leg?
Glad you enjoyed it, Ryan!
As for the additional details you are seeking, please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school. So many folks across the globe are now playing the best golf of their lives as a result. As an enrolled member you'll enjoy:
- Unlimited access to comprehensive members-only systems for the full swing.
- Short game courses: Chipping, Pitching, Bunker play, Putting.
- Simplified, succinct, step-by-step lessons and drills designed to put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion.
- Detailed troubleshooting diagnostic videos and fixes for a variety of common swing issues.
- Power & Distance course.
- Shot-Shaping Grid course.
- Ball Flight Fixes course.
- Indoor Training Program.
- A Members' Forum where you can ask specific swing-related questions, interact with others in the SagutoGolf community, and suggest new content ideas.
- Access to all exclusive paid UA-cam channel members-only content at no additional charge.
- Discounted rate on my V1 Swing Video Analysis service.
- Ongoing additions of new content.
All that and more for just $10 US/ month or $99/year. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
I hope to see you there!
Tom
Nice!
Thanks - Glad you enjoyed it!!
Really good tip shoulder down to find ground
Thanks Carmine - I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you!!
Tom
Tom, tilt in the backswing has been my achilles heel... such an underrated move for amateur golfers. It is a necessity!
It's not so much underrated as it is under-mentioned, and as a result widely accepted "conventional" instruction - such as taking the club straight back, turning the shoulders level while independently lifting the club, shifting into and torquing against a firm trail side, firing the hips, actively hinging the wrists and rolling the hands through impact, etc. - have relegated generations of golfers to the vast abyss of chronic frustration (and chronic back/knee/hip pain as well). I’m doing my best here to clear these up, put an end to the madness, and get folks on the path towards consistently crispy, powerful, body-friendly ball striking bliss.
So yes - tilting is a necessity!!
By the way, would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, 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/ It's 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
Thanks for your message!
Tom
Saguto, you’re a dam genius
LOL! That might be just a bit of a stretch....but I do appreciate it!! 😎
TS
Very inspired by your videos. Thanks :-)
Here's my list of things to do/monitor - top ones most important. This is doing wonders to my consistency.
Stack & Tilt
- Steady head
- Keep hips left aligned and left knee steady
- Tilt shoulders down towards feet
“Long arms”
- Straight
- Elbows pointing at hips
Arms “glued” to side of body
- Short back swing
- Low hands, close to belt
Lead wrist bowed
- In back swing
- Stroke like tennis back hand top spin stroke
Looks like you are on the path towards crispy ball striking bliss, @Holger_Bille! Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Cheers!
Tom
PS: By the way, if you haven't already enrolled in the online school for just $10 US/month or $99 US/year, then you may wish to consider it as it really breaks down all the motions in succinct, step-by-step videos, with plenty of great drills to reinforce them. Here's a link if you'd like more info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
Great tips Tom. Keep them coming please.
How was the date? 😉
Glad you enjoyed it, Nicholas!!
As for any date details, Tom doesn't kiss - or not kiss - and tell.....😎
Cheers!
You have created a lot of issues for me with my golf game. I started golfing last year with 3 of my buddies who had never really golfed either. We play together almost every weekend. We are super competitive and talk a lot of trash to each other even though we were scoring around 110-120 ea for a round. I came across your videos while desperately trying to improve because I am super competitive. Your videos made me compress the ball a bit better and i loved that I was hitting my clubs about 15 yards further ea and it sounded crispy and delicious. So I bought a membership to your online golf school and bought a net for the back yard and dove into changing my swing. So here is my problem. My buddies are still shooting around 110 and now I am shooting around 80-85. They are no longer enjoying golfing with me because I am so much better than them. So my dilemma is do I turn them on to your golf videos or do I continue to stomp them on the course without them knowing why. 🤔 These are golf issue I didn't know I could have.
Nice "dilemma".......😂😂😂😂😂😂
If they are no longer enjoying golfing with you then your days of stomping them are likely numbered. Reveal your secret and get them enrolled in my online school for just $10/month or $99/year - a small fraction of what they are probably coughing up to you with each subsequent thrashing. You'll still have a huge head start on them, and ultimately at least you'll gain the satisfaction of beating more worthy competition rather than this growing emptiness of stealing candy from babies... 😎
Thanks for sharing your tremendous success, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
DON'T TELL THEM.. everyone has to figure it out..is the bottom line
As for you!!..no matter how competitive you are.. there is always someone out there that will HUMBLE YOUR ATTITUDE.. trust me.. someone more hungry to WIN
Coach ... SAGUDO .. you are the MASTER of golf.. SIMPLICITY..the masters 🏆 champion...if we listen it will come ...and enjoy SAGUDO life. ..yes indeed
The SAGUDO school of golf SIMPLICITY...the 3 S's with effective energetic Passion he guarantees this.. life is too short.. for anything less...cha-ching!!
I'm most grateful for your kind words and testimonial regarding the online school, and I'm very glad to know that you are benefiting from my instruction!
I did my best to price the school at a "no-brainer" level given the quality and effectiveness of the delivered product, and I sincerely appreciate you recognizing that and taking the time to "shout it from the rooftop"!!
Thanks again for your support and keep up the "simply" great work, because life is indeed too short!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf.. Tom sagudo..I have a pulse 🫀 radar and visualization on what you mean to the future of golf ⛳.. which by the way is on its death bed.. and the master controllers are desperately trying to figure out how to revive the sport by creating advertising marketing promotions propaganda tactics I see this very clearly..it has nothing nada zero to with " SIV"..I repeat NOTHING"..this is where an honest COMPASSIONATE PASSIONATE character like you.comes to the forefront..the game of golf needs you Tom sagudo and as for your pricings..I had a friend pay someone $20,000 to swing the golf club..I now ask the world 🌎 what are you worth.. hahaha better yet you should have PGA and SIV pay you.although ..all being said it will be tough to get the game out of the ghetto which where it lies... but you are making a significant contribution to humanity..amen!!!!.. amigo..dg
Thank you Tom. Off to the range..
Tom, Back from the range. After 4 times I am starting to stripe it. I have found if I dont overswing and, at the top slide my hips left I can generate some swing speed. Thank you so much. Watching everything. More short game stuff please. Chipping, pitching, sand.
That's great, Tim!! I am very glad the swing instruction on my channel is resonating well with you!!
Now as for the short game, you may be interested in looking into the SagutoGolf online school as this is where you'll find all the content you are seeking. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only learning system for the full swing along with chipping, pitching, putting, bunker play, and much more, and I'm regularly adding new content. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process for you. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Tom
Nice one Tom. Hows about another course vlog soon ?
Glad you enjoyed it, Graydon!
I'll do another vlog as the schedule permits. Spending most of my time lately adding even more great content to the online school. With all that is in there now I'm probably a certified idiot for charging just $10/month or $99/year, but it is what it is.....😬😂
Cheers!
Tom
Am I the only one that heard lynard skynard when he replays his shots in slow motion 🤷♂️🤷♂️ good stuff as always!!
It works great. Thank you Tom. Do you ever make it up to NY for lessons.
My pleasure, Rich - I'm very glad to know that this chipping lesson resonated with you, and I appreciate you validating it with your results. Nice job incorporating it into your swing!!
I appreciate your interest! I had phased out private lessons (both in-person and virtual) awhile back so I could dedicate more time to my online school. I've not yet set a specific date for when I will resume them, though I hope to do so in some capacity in the near future. If you are in my online school please send me a message through the "chat" feature and I will add you to my list to be notified when slots open up. Also, I do offer an a la carte swing video analysis service. Here is a link where you can learn more about this: noodle.shop/sagutogolf
If you have not joined the online school yet, then I highly recommend doing so as it is designed to get golfers on the fast track towards properly learning this swing system in a comprehensive, structured, sequential platform. That is where you will find very detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish, along with diagnostic and corrective tools for resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues, 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'd 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.
Thanks again for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom
Stack nTilt or More Conventional Method ...YOU Mr. Saguto. are one of Few teachers that talk Pushing weight through the ground on Backswing..which allows for nearly every other fundamental to even happen..Hip turn..Good shoulder turn and then some!!! THANK YOU
My pleasure! I appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!
I am both a Class A PGA Professional and a Certified Stack and Tilt Instructor. Here is the story of my "conversion": ua-cam.com/video/PM8lNNrMPEk/v-deo.html And here is an episode documenting my week at S&T Instructor Camp in Miami: ua-cam.com/video/m9qdPOzYUWU/v-deo.html
This body-friendly, powerful, consistent, low-maintenance swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of great ball striking, and since it is 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 - including 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 (which is fully on display in the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school - saguto.golf ).
Thanks again for your message and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom
PS: By the way, since my lesson 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
Sound logical n I gonna try it.
I hope it works well for you, Fiona!
Thanks,
Tom
Dude you are too funny, but you’re right you are my new favorite golf guru
Welcome to "The Dark Side", Richard..... 😎
I'm very glad to have you aboard!!
Tom
Your hair in slow mo is a sight to behold. Great lesson.
It’s like a freshly shampooed lions 🦁 mane.
I tried this, its the best tip I ever had, "lead shoulder to my buttons", doesn't say it in the headline, you gotta listen to it all and try it... thank you so much. 💓 I did feel like I was preparing my hips more on the back swing. I hit it higher but mostly longer. I think there's alot of misconceptions about weight transfer.... I was shifting weight to my bavkfoot early on the backswing. U taught me timing of weight transfer was commonly miscocieved and it I should only load on the backfoot at the tippy top... idk how u did it, but thanks again
I'm very glad to know that this lesson video resonated well with you, Michael. Nice job incorporating it into your swing!!
Sadly, many misconstrued and/or misguided teachings of "conventional" instruction - such as turning the shoulders level while independently lifting the club, shifting into- and torquing against - a firm trail side, actively rolling the hands through impact, etc. - have relegated generations of golfers to the vast abyss of chronic frustration (and chronic back/knee/hip pain as well). We're doing our best here to clear these up one by one and put an end to this madness!
Thanks for your sharing your success, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
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Just found your stuff Tom and now hitting my long clubs crisp. love the hip pre turn excersise for the driver . How do i hit my irons higher with your swing ? Tim , 61 from Scotland.
I'm glad to know that you are benefiting from my channel's content, Tim!
There are a few possible causes for hitting the ball too low, and without actually seeing your swing and ball flight it is impossible for me to offer an accurate diagnosis and fix. In this regard, if you'd like to we can arrange for a V1Swing Video Analysis. The process involves downloading the free V1 app and then submitting two videos to me through the app - one down-the-line (captured from your stance line, not the target line) and the other face-on. You'll find more information about the V1 Analysis halfway down this page on the Saguto.Golf site: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolf
Perhaps you might also wish to consider enrolling in the online school? For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year it'll get you on the fast track to owning this swing through succinct, step-by-step videos. Additionally, there is an abundance of content aimed at resolving a variety of swing flaws and ball flight issues. Here's a link if you'd like more info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
It's not my intent to "sell" you on anything. These are simply my best available options - aside from an online private lesson - to help you achieve your desired ball flight while also putting you on the path towards consistent ball striking bliss!
I hope to see you there!
Cheers,
Tom
Damn rights Tom....great lesson
Thanks Dean - I'm glad to know that you enjoyed this episode!!
Tom
Hitting the ball better than I ever have in my life now!
That's fantastic, Jake!!
Thanks for sharing your success, keep up the great work, and most importantly - have fun out there!!!
Tom
Been struggling for a while with my iron shots. Scoring ok but could do better. So after the round today I hit some balls at the range, focusing on shoulder down. And the contact was very good to great on 95 percent of the shots.
I'm glad this lesson resonated with you, Mattias. Nice job incorporating it into your swing so quickly and effectively!!
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/
Tom
I'm doing the tilt at Charlotte airport gate receiving strange looks from those around me. Lol
One of the best golf channels, but the best hair in the golf training game.
Thanks! I do my best to keep things epic in both respects!! 😂😎
Tom
Tom, you changed the way I hit crush a golf ball. I utilize every aspect of your swing except one, I Start in a single plane, hands up. When you start in the single plane setup, your swing makes it the perfect swing, I've gone from a 12, to a 4 handicap. Try it, try it, try it.
That's fantastic, Drew - I'm thrilled for your dramatic improvement, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction played some role in the process!!
While the Stack and Tilt swing I teach shares the single plane feature, it is definitely different from the "Single Plane" (Moe Norman) version and for this reason I do not recommend crisscrossing between the two methods as it would certainly lend itself to confusion. This should not be construed as a knock against Mr. Norman's renowned ball striking prowess or the style of instruction that he inspired; it's simply that components of his swing style are not compatible with S&T. So typically my suggestion to those who are weighing these two methods is to choose one or the other, but not both! Having said that, if you have developed a hybrid method that serves you well, then I'd say keep doing what you're doing!
Keep up the great playing and have fun out there!!
Tom
4:41 I felt that
Good, Michael. Very good. That's the first step towards taking ownership of your swing and your game.... 😎
TS
Hope the date went well!
Tom as I noted earlier loving the shoulder down method! Been shooting my best golf but once awhile a shank shows up which I’ve never had before. Can you advise?
Thank you
I'm very glad to learn of your improvement, Charles! 💪💪
Your shanks can be the result of a variety of actions: 1) You may be too steep on the downswing and thereby exposing the hosel to the ball; 2) Conversely, your downswing path may be too in to out; 3) You may be rolling the face open during the backswing; 4) Your wrists may not be hinging properly; 5) You are setting up with the ball positioned at the heel of the club; 6) More... In other words, there are a number of potential causes, and without actually seeing your swing it's impossible for me to identify the culprit behind those hosel rockets. However, those are a few of the common ones, and video may help you to self-diagnose.
By the way, would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, 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/ It's 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 seasoned, 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
Keep up the great work!!
Tom
Tom do you tilt the same for every club, I find if I tilt to much with my pitching wedge I dig into the ground, is ever club different?
Crispy!
That's always the goal, @cyncus1!!
Cheers!
Tom
Very niice
How did he know i was on youtube looking for golf tips 😳
Awesome video!! ...now how about the down swing?
Glad you enjoyed it!!
Here is a link to the playlist of my channel's downswing-related videos: ua-cam.com/play/PLV62KxT7Mp7Jxi814RQddJx3wkHqxqhio.html
Now, if you'd really like to get on the fast track towards learning and owning this swing, please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school. So many folks across the globe are now playing the best golf of their lives as a result. As an enrolled member you'll enjoy:
- Unlimited access to comprehensive members-only systems for the full swing.
- Short game courses: Chipping, Pitching, Bunker play, Putting.
- Simplified, succinct, step-by-step lessons and drills designed to put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion.
- Detailed troubleshooting diagnostic videos and fixes for a variety of common swing issues.
- Power & Distance course.
- Shot-Shaping Grid course.
- Ball Flight Fixes course.
- Indoor Training Program.
- The quick-start “Get Out and Go Play” program.
- A Members' Forum where you can ask specific swing-related questions, interact with others in the SagutoGolf community, and suggest new content ideas.
- Access to all exclusive paid UA-cam channel members-only content at no additional charge.
- Discounted rate on my V1 Swing Video Analysis service.
- Ongoing additions of new content.
All that and more for just $10 US/ month or $99/year. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
Cheers!
Tom
Got back swing part. But it's hard to bring the forward swing back in the same plane while accelerating
You may find some helpful content in this playlist of my channel's downswing-related videos: ua-cam.com/play/PLV62KxT7Mp7Jxi814RQddJx3wkHqxqhio.html
Beyond that, it is important to understand that the videos, lessons, and drills on this free channel - while fully aligned with the swing method I teach - address a variety of topics, issues, feels, and/or common flaws/fixes from one episode to the next. They are certainly not intended to be taken as a sequential learning platform like the structured curriculum of my online school, which I strongly recommend to anyone who truly wishes to get on the proper path towards owning this swing. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course layout greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm regularly adding new content. There's even a members' forum where you can ask me specific swing-related questions, interact with others in the SagutoGolf community, and suggest new content ideas, plus you'll also have access to all exclusive UA-cam paid channel members-only content at no additional charge. This will really put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
Best Regards,
Tom
I just recorded my golf swing and sure enough, I lose the tilt on on the way up. Thanks for the simple tip, will take it to the range!
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice! I'm confident that by maintaining your relationship with the ball you will experience a noticeable improvement in your ball striking.
Have fun out there working the tilt into your swing!!
Tom
PS: 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 some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Ladies and gentlemen, your golf instructor, Mr. Michael Landon.
Love your common sense tips.... the guy I play with is a chopper and has no desire to change. I will try to get him to watch your videos!!
Thanks - I'm glad to know that you are enjoying my channel's content!!
I appreciate the referral of your chopaholic friend, but if he's not willing to admit to the problem and enter "rehab" then it's looking like it may be an uphill battle for you... 😂 It may take several rounds of you schooling him on the course with your chopless swing before he finally decides that he wants to share in your ball striking bliss!
Cheers!
Tom
yes. your, swing is seriously good. the simple fact is that a player needs to get into a level left position at the top. and, a vertical line can be drawn down you back at the top- as is the case with all top players. a great exercise to help players to get into position at the top is to stand in a slightly raised position, hold the club out to your left and put your right hand on the club as you swing back. you can feel your left side working itself into position as you swing back. but, looking closely at your swing it is interesting that the main part of you turn is the second half of your backswing, when the club crosses over to the target side of the hands; and, this proves that pressure on the ground, with the left foot, helps the body to turn as a player gets towards the top of the backswing.
Indeed, that gradually increasing pressure into the lead leg - with the knee bending straight down in its pre-established outwardly-flared orientation - is a key component in facilitating a full and stress-free turn.
Thanks for your kind words and excellent analysis!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf exactly. and, the outwardly- flared/external rotation of the left knee, at address, is key to creating swing coil in the backswing and rotation in the downswing.
Hi Tom how dose your left knee bend when you going in the back swing
Hi Michael,
In the backswing the lead knee always works down in the direction established at address - which should be slightly flared outward towards the target. This keeps the weight forward and the swing center intact. Any inward movement of the lead knee will shift the center and low point backwards. This can lead to inconsistency and may also cause some discomfort to the knee.
By the way, if you haven't already enrolled in the online school for just $10 US/month or $99 US/year, then you may wish to consider it as it really breaks down all the motions in succinct, step-by-step videos, with plenty of great drills to reinforce them. Here's a link if you'd like more info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
Cheers!
Tom
Thanks for your reply I can't believe Tom saguto reply to me your cool person Tom I enjoy your videos I like to see you do a video on left keen Tom reply with my name in the video so I can be apart your history that will be cool to here my name from Tom saguto on left knee bend
Would you call your Swing Stack and Tilt? I play much better since I do that shouler down move and keep my wrists more stable. Very good Video :-)
Why is that when I hit my wedges I catch them on the toe 6 out of ten times doing your tips. They have helped me and dropped my score and I thank you for that!!! I can’t figure why the toe is pounded with my wedges
This happens to me as well I send shots with my wedges soaring into the woods on the right sometimes off the toe. I just assume it's because I'm 6'4 and my clubs are not tall enough for me
Yea man I’ll hit irons really good and driver good most of the time and when I get to my wedges from 100 yards and in it’s just straight toe for me @daniel vulaj
You might want to experiment with adjusting your ball position with the wedges. Toe hits are oftentimes the result if impact occurs after the downswing path has begun its journey back to the inside. Try moving the ball position back a little with these clubs - perhaps around the middle of your stance. Make small incremental tweaks and monitor the results.
By the way, have you considered enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school? So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm regularly adding new content. This will really put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion. There's even a members' forum where you can ask me specific swing-related questions, interact with others in the SagutoGolf community, and suggest new content ideas, plus you'll also have access to all exclusive UA-cam paid channel members-only content at no additional charge. Here's a link if you'd like more info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
Cheers!
Tom
As soon as the video started, I said to myself, "tilt." Bam! I was right.
Hey Tom, I am a subscriber to your website. I'm loving the content and slowly working through the main course. The only problem I Have with stack and tilt is MASSIVELY hooking/extreme pulling, especially on my drives. It feels like that because I'm trying to keep my left arm straight (the lead arm) that somehow forces things to the left. Is there a bit of advice you can offer me? The best area of improvement for me so far is no mad slicing. My irons have also greatly improved. I'm hitting my 8 iron almost 150 yds. Thanks so much.
Hi @Theophilus,
I'm glad to learn of the success you are experiencing in the school!
Oftentimes when golfers are hitting everything well except for the longer clubs it can be attributed to one of the following:
1) They don't start with - or maintain - enough weight on the front side. In general with the longer clubs we should add a little more front weight load at address - more like 60/40 instead of the 55/45 prescribed for the other clubs. This forward weight should gradually increase to the top of the backswing (70/30) and build further on the downswing - approximately 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish.
2) Their hips are not continuing their lateral slide through impact. This is common with the longer clubs as the wider stance means that the hips have a greater distance to travel. If the hips stop moving laterally towards the target on the downswing then their rotation takes over, changing the low point and rerouting the club. This can produce a variety of undesirable results including fat and thin contact, topped shots and popups, straight pulls, and “banana” slices. You'll find some drills specific to this in the Downswing chapter of the school's Fixing Common Swing Problems section.
3) They are not allowing the length of the club to dictate the backswing path and are getting too steep as a result. The shaft length of the longer clubs encourages more of an around the body backswing as established by the shaft plane at address. It may "feel" flat as you take it back along the shaft plane for the first few feet, but as long as you maintain the "weight forward, shoulder down, and hands in" components while allowing the club to work around you, it should put you in the proper position at the top so you can attack the ball from the inside.
This is a common issue that I am regularly asked to fix, so if yours doesn't relate to any of the above causes - or if it does and you are experiencing difficulty resolving it - we can always arrange for an online lesson or a V1 swing video analysis to pinpoint the culprit and offer an appropriate solution.
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Thanks so much. That helps a lot. The weight-forward thing I'm definitely not doing enough of.
OMG people were looking at me funny in the post office line as i was practicing shoulder down to find the ground
C R I S P Y !!!!!
Most of us can't spend all day on the driving range. Waiting in line is a time to practice fundamentals. Just don't try a full swing!
Tom is fast becoming the best golf instructor in the Internet!
Maybe you should've mentioned the same tilt is done on the downswing with the trail shoulder maintaining the tilt to the ground
Each episode has a particular theme, Brent. There's plenty of downswing content in this playlist:
ua-cam.com/play/PLV62KxT7Mp7Jxi814RQddJx3wkHqxqhio.html
It is important to understand that the videos, lessons, and drills on this free channel - while fully aligned with the swing method I teach - address a variety of topics, issues, feels, and/or common flaws/fixes from one episode to the next. They are certainly not intended to be taken as a sequential learning platform like the structured curriculum of my online school, which I strongly recommend to anyone who truly wishes to get on the proper path towards owning this swing.
Thanks,
Tom
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I'm glad you enjoyed this lesson!
TS
hallelujah
It is good to see the leading arm a little away from your chest. I was concentrating on "Hogan's Magic Elbow" which pulled my leading arm tight across my chest and put pressure on my leading shoulder (I had rotator cuff surgery last fall). I still do Hogan's Magic Elbow but it is in a more side-front position helping me keep the left arm off my chest putting less strain on my lead shoulder. My hands aren't as far back. Thanks for introducing me to "Stack and Tilt." I have power with far less effort. Dropped my handicap by 4 strokes
There are certainly tolerances for some deviation built into this swing method, Jay. For example, compare the swings of S&T co-founder Mike Bennett and PGA Tour pro Charlie Wi. While both players subscribe to the same swing model, there are definite differences in their respective motions.
Fantastic job taking ownership of *_YOUR_* swing - that is a significant handicap improvement indeed!!
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Tom
I think the Shoulder’s less heralded compatriot needs a bit of love as well. Drop that hip to stop the flip.
As in the the right hip (for right handed golfer) on the downswing?
@@marcusbarbagallo4551 lead hip in the backswing. Level hips and shoulders will either precipitate an over the top hack or stuck arms for the better player. Both generally lead to the flip. Lead shoulder and hip reach for the ball, trail leg straightens and all of the sudden there’s a lot of room for the arms to come at the ball without having to lose angles to make contact.
One thing I was doing wrong was thrusting left hip back and right hip forward and coming up in my stance. this causes hitting behind or topping. To stay down the hips are rotated not thrusted, is this correct Tom?
Hi Darrell,
In the backswing the lead knee always works down in the direction established at address - which should be slightly flared outward towards the target. This keeps the weight forward and the swing center intact, and it facilitates an effortless inclined hip turn. Any inward movement of the lead knee will shift the center and low point backwards. This can lead to inconsistency and may also cause some discomfort to the knee.
Have a look at the swing of Stack and Tilt co-founder Mike Bennett for a nice visual of how the hips should work: ua-cam.com/video/qOADHPB29vA/v-deo.html
If you'd really like to get on the fast track towards learning and owning this swing, please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school. So many folks across the globe are now playing the best golf of their lives as a result. As an enrolled member you'll enjoy:
- Unlimited access to comprehensive members-only systems for the full swing.
- Short game courses: Chipping, Pitching, Bunker play, Putting.
- Simplified, succinct, step-by-step lessons and drills designed to put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion.
- Detailed troubleshooting diagnostic videos and fixes for a variety of common swing issues.
- Power & Distance course.
- Shot-Shaping Grid course.
- Ball Flight Fixes course.
- Indoor Training Program.
- A Members' Forum where you can ask specific swing-related questions, interact with others in the SagutoGolf community, and suggest new content ideas.
- Access to all exclusive paid UA-cam channel members-only content at no additional charge.
- Discounted rate on my V1 Swing Video Analysis service.
- Ongoing additions of new content.
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Is this the same for driver? This seems more difficult with spine tilt at setup with driver.
Yes - This swing key also applies to the driver, Todd. In fact, it is essentially the same swing with every club; just some minor setup differences and naturally occurring shaft plane changes as we graduate up in club length from short irons to woods. To demonstrate, you'll find towards the end of this episode some driving range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: ua-cam.com/video/o0xscMyN3v8/v-deo.html Beyond that, if you search the word "drive" on this channel you'll see some related content.
I am aware that many folks out there believe - and some even teach - that we must try to "hit up on the ball" with the driver. However, consider that in our stock setup with the driver the hands are even with the inside of the lead thigh (as they are with all clubs when playing a standard shot) and our ball position is even with the inside of the heel of the lead foot. This presets a very slight degree of forward shaft lean with the driver. Beyond that, the ball is behind the zero-point of the swing (which is even with the lead shoulder), meaning that without any contrived manipulations the club will still be on its descent - albeit very close to flat - at impact.
So, perhaps with the exception of folks with slower swing speeds - or those Long Drive participants teeing it extra high and hitting maybe 1-2 balls out of 10 onto a 60-yard wide "fairway" - in general the path is still ever so slightly down. In fact, the PGA Tour average with the driver is actually minus (e.g.: downward) 1.5 degrees - nearly level - and it should feel level - but slightly down nonetheless. (Here is an article on Ping’s website addressing this topic - ping.com/en-us/blogs/proving-grounds/optimal-launch-and-spin#:~:text=According%20to%20Trackman%2C%20PGA%20Tour,85%25%20ball%2Dflight%20laws )
For these reasons I do not advocate trying to hit up on the ball, and efforts to do so due to erroneous advice has caused many an amateur significant issues with their driver.
Upon learning this swing properly you will be harnessing the tremendous power source known as "angular momentum". This is the reason my students and online school members of all age ranges end up bombing it farther than they ever had previously, 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/
Tom