Excellent student and teacher …..quite pedagogical on what to do & practice. But here in Canada…most of our grass surrounding greens are a bit more high / tick grass…grain opposite of the green to add on difficulties so adjustments have to be done & secondly greens looks slower than greens in North America + 11 or 12 . ❤🎉 appreciations + many thanks to our Guru Dan :)))
Jess, this video on Rel 1 and 2 are so well done. It compliments Dan's own videos because you articulate the technique and feel precisely and clearly, so much so I had to get his book! Thanks very much.. I also shared this with my 29 yr old son, a very good chipper!
Just stumbled across your channel after my nightly golf instruction binge! You are an absolute natural and I hope this channel gets traction and continues to grow. I am currently working on these 3 releases too, and it was so helpful seeing and hearing someone work through them. I did about 100 of release 1 and 2 in the garden tonight, and only a few threatened the windows! Progress! 😅
I just found this channel too and love seeing someone else work through it as well! I’m having some trouble with release 2 at the moment so seeing someone else talk through there struggles is helping. I’m in the US so there’s no real chance of having a one on one with Dan. But i love the content and would really enjoy seeing some updates on your short game journey with the 3 releases!
Thank you, Matthew! I’m the same with Release 2! I’ve been working on Dan’s pitching technique too, which I’m really enjoying. I’ll be doing a video on that soon!
I absolutely LOVE his book and videos. I've even made my own spreadsheet with notes and data. My chipping was always pretty decent and for me the Release 1 was tough to use instead of a spinny 56 or 60, but when I started practicing, I clearly saw the misshits were much better. The bunker techniques however, were what did it for me. I actuvely avoided hitting into bunkers, either going long or short when needed, but now I quite enjoy it. I've recently started working on his piching adress system, writing down my yardages with each one and I love it. It fills you with confidence when you get a number you've practiced already. Can't recommend the book enough.
I completely agree! I love Dan’s work and it’s given me so much more confidence around the greens. And the mishits aren’t anywhere near as destructive as they might have been before. I feel the same about bunkers too! I used to dread going in them but now actually quite relish the challenge 🤣
Thanks so much for this Jess! Dan's release method has rescued me from having the worst short game of any gokfer I have seen in playing for 50 years....but there could still be meltdowns despite reading the book from vover to cover multiple times and watching all the videos, but your short summary nails all the small detail for me...focus on weight on left...push the lead shoulder back...slowly!...and let gravity allow the clubhead to fall posted around the left hip. Sorted! Diolch yn fawr asy Welsh friends say!
Thanks Jess. I'm new to your channel as well. I've watched that Dan Grieve/Rick Shiels short game video so many times, bought the book, and made checklists on all 3 releases. The way you took your time, showed the steps in order, and explained them was very helpful. As a beginner, I sometimes still get the releases mixed up. But, when I hit one correctly, it is very rewarding.
Thank you for subscribing, I really appreciate it! I can do the same and mix up the releases, especially between 2 and 3. That’s exactly it - when a shot goes well, it feels so good!
Dan has improve my short game like no one else ! He is a master. I bought the book and still I’m like you , in raleases 1 and 2. But I got the confidence I’ve never had before!
New to the channel. You're a natural and honest teacher. My 14 year old son has just started playing and I'm returning after a long hiatus. Really good stuff. Hope the channel continues to grow!
Yes I have purchased the book and have been practicing every week. I have trouble rotating with my weight left. I usually hang back or stand up which provides the perfect SKULL!
I’m also a bid fan of Dans teachings and can’t wait for the weather to allow me to get to the course and practice. I just hope I can progress and accept this new short game swing like you.
Jess, just subscribed. Like you I have the book and learned a lot from Dan, most recently from his lesson with Jimmy Bullard. I think you're correct that on your release 1 your rotation isn't quite there yet, maybe just a bit tentative but I would have been delighted with those shots on my first attempt on camera ! I've just come back from a practice session with my 58deg and as Dan instructed Jimmy, I made a positive effort to cup my lead wrist at transition, thus keeping the face open and the bounce working. The results were instant both off tight lies and the bunker. I've never been able to hit this shot before !! 😃 I'll follow your progress !
Thank you, Philip! I loved that video with Dan & Jimmy - so good! I need to try that feel, thank you for reminding me! And thank you for subscribing ☺️
Enjoyable illustrations of the 2 releases Jess. I find Release 1 the most difficult as I seem to stiffen up and snatch at it. Release 2 is my favourite, I've been practicing it a lot and as the confidence grows so does the proximity! Looking forward to more videos from you.
Thank you, Allan! I can be the same with Release 1 and love Release 2 as well! I can’t wait to have Release 3 in the bag too - a bit of work to go on that one 🤣
Love Dan Grieve stuff, I've been working on the releases as well with some better results. I've got one of those 3 ft circles I put around the hole and challenge myself to get 8 out of 10 inside the circle using DGs techniques, my best is 5 at the moment. brilliant to see what you've taken from it and implemented it in your game, I've been trying his bunker technique as well with better results in terms of strike but still struggling to control distances such is the golf journey
I love Dan's stuff too. That sounds like an awesome performance drill. I'm the same with controlling distance out of bunkers. One thought that's helped is from Dan's book, where he talks about imagining how far you want to send the sand. It's a work in progress but it's been helpful so far. Thank you for watching, Stuart!
@@jessratcliffegolf I'll be honest Jess only just subscribed, you only popped up on my feed but I thought it was an interesting perspective, taking DGs teachings and showing how you personally were doing with the practice. I normally look for local hampshire/dorset/sussex golf vlogs, ones that you can have some familiarity with you know. Anyway keep up the good work 👍
If I lived in the UK like you do, I wouldn't care what it would cost - I'd run, not walk to a private lesson with Dan every month. I love his stuff so much I'm seriously considering a trip across the pond to attend one of his golf schools. (I do think as you said you had the tendency to get the ball a hair too far back on the release two. Something to watch out for). Brilliant shots though.
This is great Jess. Weird how scary it is. Especially release 2. Irrational really but that’s golf. Personally I find that the closer the grip butt is to my body the more confident I feel?! Loving the channel thanks.
Thank you, Niguel! Yes, I'm the same! I found that feeling of releasing the butt of the grip to the button on my trousers so helpful. Thank you for watching!
Did order Dan's book right away. Release 2 is maybe the hardest shoot in the game. On hard ground it is pure horror. Hope Dan can help me. Keep up your good work.
It's such a great book! I know...that shot off a bare lie is my nemesis at the moment. Dan covers that in his book so I'll be practicing that one next 🤣. Thank you for watching, Sascha!
@@jessratcliffegolf This is one thing I'm finally getting through my thick head from Dan. While there are very advanced techniques one can use to enable a high soft shot off a bare lie, most of the time, we want to accept that the lie is not suitable for a release 2, especially if we haven't spent a lot of time practicing those advanced techniques. We need to use a release 1 and just accept whatever we can get out of it.
What a coincidence, I'm working on this too! Got two new wedges and I'm gonna master all three shots with both. Tiger and his son love to finish off practice sessions with the high flop.
Not quite the same story as you... but close. I started golf around 30... played for number of years and became a 5 hdcp. Work took over and I gave up the clubs for about 13 years. BUT took it up once more in late 2022 and was even struggling to break 100! It was soul destroying and tough. But with a few lessons and tonnes of practice, Ive set out to become better than previously. Addressing my short game for me was a biggy! So when I discovered Dan on the internet I too became an avid fan, purchased his book and have never looked back. I'm currently down to 6 hdcp, but now with a much more confident short game, I expect this summer to get down to about a 3 or 4. Favourite release is probably release 2. I truly love it. I use the two tone Srixon balls to see the spin in action. It's so telling of the spin in the different release. Keep going! And when you get to use release 3 in bunkers, it's a game changer. Such a simply consistent concept.
Wow Rich, that’s awesome! Congratulations on getting down to 6 - I really do know the work that goes into that! I feel the same about Dan’s work and can’t wait to put it into action on the course this season🤞. I’ve been getting there with release 3 out of bunkers but still a bit of work to do to have that full confidence. Plus our bunkers are a bit more wet/compact sand with the weather at the moment 🤣 but even that part of Dan’s book has been so helpful to know how to adapt. Thank you for watching!
Picked this one up from Golf Monthly's recent 'how to spin your chips shots with Dan Grieve' (as I do follow Dan). I've been practising the 3-Releases for some time, and fortunate to have a good short-range facility nearby, and a coach who has taught with Dan - I still want to do his one-day school though. I'd really really recommend the left leg only drill for Release-1 (and it is good to concentrate on that left shoulder), and the no thumbs drill for Release-2. The thing that helps me the most (which you did not mention) is really pick your landing spot. I practice Release-1s from 20-30ft and ~40ft and try to get 7 out of 10 in a 3 foot circle around the hole.
Thank you for watching, Mark! That's a great shout on the no thumbs drill for Release 2 as I think my Release 2 can become too much of a Release 3. Yes, brilliant - I do the same with landing spots and share more of those drills on my Instagram. I love an "up and down game" to challenge myself from different spots.
@@jessratcliffegolfJust watched your "3 hole challenge" series and it did not look like you 'know your distances' for your pitch shots. Maybe just the way it came across - really like your presenting style by the way - and wondered if you had practised Dan's A1,2,3 pitching system? (I've got my distances (Carry and estimated Total) for all As across 9-SW from the driving range - so not 100% accurate - that I have in a laminated card on my bag.)
@@merkyr354 Hi Mark, thank you for watching that! You're right, I know my distances for full shots but my pitching distances are more feel based, guided by my full distances - gripping down on a PW, for example, knowing it'll take some off. I've been meaning to work through Dan's A1, 2, 3 system to get those distances dialled in 🤓
I think the last few were more release three as the butt of the club finished pointing towards the ground and not towards your belt. But it was the release you needed for that shot.
Thank you, David. They were - I can struggle with being more 3 than 2 but as you say, with that amount of green, it ended up being the better release to play ☺️
Thank You me too brought the book and enrolled but cannot crack the basics of Release one. Wrist rolling, standing up varying the loft on the backswing to name a few. However your clarity and quality on the basics is just what I needed, Release two can wait just want to crack one first. One comment you seem to keep the loft the same and very steady up to and through impact? Thanks again and already hit the subscribe button.
Thank you, Paul! I felt the same with Release 1 and then it clicked when I focused on the light grip, feeling the push away with the left shoulder to start the takeaway and then making sure I rotate around my left side. That's a great spot, I have to say that I'm not intentionally doing that so I'm not sure if that's a good thing or not 🤣 I know Dan mentions feeling a pinch on the ball so maybe I should have a bit more shaft lean in there. Thank you for subscribing!
Really enjoyed listening to you figure out Dans teachings on your own. Dans videos are brilliant but when he tweaks and advises some one and straight away they hit great shots it’s difficult to know how to transfer that to your own game 🙏
I've tried so many different chipping techniques, hinge and hold, Pelz method, putting method and I've been working with Dan's techniques over the past 3 months and I've experienced success and more consistency. However, I do continue to struggle with his pitching technique. In the southern part of the US we get some tight ball positions, the heat can be 100 F / 37 C in the summer and often for weeks. The grass is often very short and it's hard to do a release 2 with a pitch and I struggle with getting height and distance with using this method as a pitching technique.
Thank you for watching, William! I’m still getting to grips with Dan’s pitching technique - I think I read too much into using Release 2 for pitching and was trying to take his chipping Release 2 method to pitching. And then I saw his latest UA-cam video on pitching, where Dan talks about the adaptations to make when using R2 for pitching. I’m sure you’ve seen it but I believe he also did a video on tight lies, like Bermuda grass, which might be interesting. We’ve got the opposite problem here in the UK at the moment - very wet lies!
@@jessratcliffegolf It would be great if you could do another one in a few weeks on his pitching technique. It's a real struggle for me to find a pitching technique that works, once again I've tried multiple different techniques. I would like to see if I can get some consistent contact with this method. Once again, thanks.
Good old Dan, love his methods! Would be very interested to know how your weekly training plan is, how often do you practice and for how long? Really enjoy your videos!
Me too! It’s been very weather dependent lately 🤣. When the weather’s on our side, I typically practice 3 times a week, usually for 1-2 hours. Thank you!
Thank you so much for sharing...another great video. How do you remember all the various set up positions when out on the course and do you have a technique to avoid 'rushing' a shot as you always seem so calm!
Thank you for watching, Mary! I think that shows how many times I’ve read Dan’s book 🤣🤓. That’s a great question, I do find that having the checklist to mentally run through helps me stay calm over the shot and trust it as I’ve put it to the test in practice. It doesn’t mean the shot always comes off as I hope but at least I’m feeling calm over it to start with ☺️
Love your videos Jess, definitely helping me be more intentional in my practice. What would you say made the biggest difference to your game - helping you get from 34 to 7? How many times per week do you play or practice? Thanks 🙂👏
Hi Karen, I’ve just seen your questions in this, sorry for missing them before! I’ll be recording a video on this so will make sure to answer them then! Thank you again ☺️
Love Dan’s stuff, been desperate to try this technique since the beginning of the year but closed course has stopped me, are you more confident now in playing these shots?
Hi Jess, another great video. Were you using the 54 degree for the chip & run as well as the pitch? With the second release I always feel I’m putting the butt of the club in my left trouser pocket at the finish. It’s difficult to trust “let gravity take over” though isn’t it.
Excellent video -- I also have Dan's book and am working to get confidence in the process for release 1 so I can take it to the course. Your comment that you need to "be brave" is a great thought that I'm definitely going to adopt. I find that if I'm tentative and don't commit I end up decelerating or worse. One questoin for you related to hand position -- I notice you're low on the grip on release 1 and middle of the grip on release 2 -- is this personal preference? Thanks!
Thank you, Dwayne! I've fallen in love with Release 1 after struggling with chip and runs for a while. I do exactly the same when I get tentative, almost quitting on the shot rather than being brave and committing to it. Great question - I found my hands naturally went there as I was either closer to the ball for Release 1 or a little further away for Release 2. I remember Dan referencing hand position in his book so I was trying to go off that too 🤓
Far from it, sharing what I’ve found helpful for my game in the hope it’s helpful if someone watching hasn’t discovered Dan’s work yet. But yes, you’re right - definitely better to watch Dan than me!
Did you watch the video? She constantly said that it's Dan's content and what components she likes. She also links and referenced Dan's social media for anyone interested.
Rubbish, she constantly refers to Dan and I think it’s great to watch someone go through the process of following Dan’s brilliant book. Incidentally I have subscribed to Dan’s channel and I have his book. Carry on Jess, great work & thank you. 🏌️♂️😊👍
Not so sure. It is very interesting to see someone else, who like me, is trying to learn the steps that have been taught. Maybe there are additional things to learn, or think about as well.
I've literally just come back from the range where I was practising R1 and R2 then stumbled across this video, so I found it really useful to hear someone else's experience. Dan's given credit throughout, so more promoting than stealing.
Excellent video! I've read Dan's book and I'm a big fan as well. Release 1 and release 2 definitely give you more confidence but I'm not brave enough to do release three quite yet (on the coures) ⛳🏌️. 😂
How refreshing to see someone explain what they are working on, instead of a coach telling us what NOT to do.
Thank you, Barry! I really appreciate that ☺️
Good work Jess 👍
Thank you, Dan! 🙌
If I had one idea to improve for you would be using the knees for you to turn softly
Dan's the man! Love to hear how you're processing his methods--really helps them sink in for me.
He really is! Thank you for watching ☺️
Excellent student and teacher …..quite pedagogical on what to do & practice.
But here in Canada…most of our grass surrounding greens are a bit more high / tick grass…grain opposite of the green to add on difficulties so adjustments have to be done & secondly greens looks slower than greens in North America + 11 or 12 .
❤🎉 appreciations + many thanks to our Guru Dan :)))
Thank you! That's interesting to know, I've haven't played golf in Canada or the US but will remember that for when I do, hopefully ☺️
Jess, this video on Rel 1 and 2 are so well done. It compliments Dan's own videos because you articulate the technique and feel precisely and clearly, so much so I had to get his book! Thanks very much.. I also shared this with my 29 yr old son, a very good chipper!
Thank you, Robin - that’s made my day! I have something exciting coming up with Dan, so hopefully that will help even more 😉☺️
Just stumbled across your channel after my nightly golf instruction binge! You are an absolute natural and I hope this channel gets traction and continues to grow. I am currently working on these 3 releases too, and it was so helpful seeing and hearing someone work through them. I did about 100 of release 1 and 2 in the garden tonight, and only a few threatened the windows! Progress! 😅
Thank you Stuart! I really appreciate that! Haha I know that feeling! 🤣
I just found this channel too and love seeing someone else work through it as well! I’m having some trouble with release 2 at the moment so seeing someone else talk through there struggles is helping. I’m in the US so there’s no real chance of having a one on one with Dan. But i love the content and would really enjoy seeing some updates on your short game journey with the 3 releases!
Thank you, Matthew! I’m the same with Release 2! I’ve been working on Dan’s pitching technique too, which I’m really enjoying. I’ll be doing a video on that soon!
I absolutely LOVE his book and videos. I've even made my own spreadsheet with notes and data. My chipping was always pretty decent and for me the Release 1 was tough to use instead of a spinny 56 or 60, but when I started practicing, I clearly saw the misshits were much better. The bunker techniques however, were what did it for me. I actuvely avoided hitting into bunkers, either going long or short when needed, but now I quite enjoy it. I've recently started working on his piching adress system, writing down my yardages with each one and I love it. It fills you with confidence when you get a number you've practiced already. Can't recommend the book enough.
I completely agree! I love Dan’s work and it’s given me so much more confidence around the greens. And the mishits aren’t anywhere near as destructive as they might have been before. I feel the same about bunkers too! I used to dread going in them but now actually quite relish the challenge 🤣
Thanks so much for this Jess! Dan's release method has rescued me from having the worst short game of any gokfer I have seen in playing for 50 years....but there could still be meltdowns despite reading the book from vover to cover multiple times and watching all the videos, but your short summary nails all the small detail for me...focus on weight on left...push the lead shoulder back...slowly!...and let gravity allow the clubhead to fall posted around the left hip. Sorted! Diolch yn fawr asy Welsh friends say!
Thank you Richard! I really appreciate that! I’m the same as you - I’ve read his book cover to cover too many times to count 🤣
Thanks Jess. I'm new to your channel as well. I've watched that Dan Grieve/Rick Shiels short game video so many times, bought the book, and made checklists on all 3 releases. The way you took your time, showed the steps in order, and explained them was very helpful. As a beginner, I sometimes still get the releases mixed up. But, when I hit one correctly, it is very rewarding.
Thank you for subscribing, I really appreciate it! I can do the same and mix up the releases, especially between 2 and 3. That’s exactly it - when a shot goes well, it feels so good!
Really good explanation and demonstration of Dan's teaching techniques Jess.
Congratulations on your progress so far, next target...Cat 1 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼
Thank you, Kent! Oo fingers crossed! 🤞☺️
Dan has improve my short game like no one else ! He is a master. I bought the book and still I’m like you , in raleases 1 and 2. But I got the confidence I’ve never had before!
I feel the same about the confidence! And the mishits are nowhere near as destructive as before.
Very good video Dan is awesome I really work on the pushing back with the shoulder Love how you explained release 1 & 2
Thank you, Andy! Me too! It’s really helped my takeaway with those shots.
New to the channel. You're a natural and honest teacher. My 14 year old son has just started playing and I'm returning after a long hiatus. Really good stuff. Hope the channel continues to grow!
Thank you, John! I really appreciate that. That’s so exciting, I feel a fun summer of golf ahead for the both of you!
Yes I have purchased the book and have been practicing every week. I have trouble rotating with my weight left. I usually hang back or stand up which provides the perfect SKULL!
That’s awesome, Brian! Ah I know that feeling!
Well played Jess 👌🏼 Dan certainly is the man to listen too when it comes to the short game.
Thank you! He really is!
I’m also a bid fan of Dans teachings and can’t wait for the weather to allow me to get to the course and practice. I just hope I can progress and accept this new short game swing like you.
I feel the same and can’t wait to put it into action this season on the course! Thank you for watching!
Jess, just subscribed. Like you I have the book and learned a lot from Dan, most recently from his lesson with Jimmy Bullard.
I think you're correct that on your release 1 your rotation isn't quite there yet, maybe just a bit tentative but I would have been delighted with those shots on my first attempt on camera !
I've just come back from a practice session with my 58deg and as Dan instructed Jimmy, I made a positive effort to cup my lead wrist at transition, thus keeping the face open and the bounce working. The results were instant both off tight lies and the bunker.
I've never been able to hit this shot before !! 😃
I'll follow your progress !
Thank you, Philip! I loved that video with Dan & Jimmy - so good! I need to try that feel, thank you for reminding me! And thank you for subscribing ☺️
Also a big fan of Dan Grieves. Took his book to Jamacia with me and read it front to back whilst on the beach. Great video Jess.
That sounds like the perfect combo, Jane! Thank you!
Looking good , keep working hard , only going to get better and better
Thank you, Mark!
His book is really good and always worth a second / repeat read. well done you
Thank you John!
Enjoyable illustrations of the 2 releases Jess. I find Release 1 the most difficult as I seem to stiffen up and snatch at it. Release 2 is my favourite, I've been practicing it a lot and as the confidence grows so does the proximity! Looking forward to more videos from you.
Thank you, Allan! I can be the same with Release 1 and love Release 2 as well! I can’t wait to have Release 3 in the bag too - a bit of work to go on that one 🤣
Love Dan Grieve stuff, I've been working on the releases as well with some better results. I've got one of those 3 ft circles I put around the hole and challenge myself to get 8 out of 10 inside the circle using DGs techniques, my best is 5 at the moment. brilliant to see what you've taken from it and implemented it in your game, I've been trying his bunker technique as well with better results in terms of strike but still struggling to control distances such is the golf journey
I love Dan's stuff too. That sounds like an awesome performance drill. I'm the same with controlling distance out of bunkers. One thought that's helped is from Dan's book, where he talks about imagining how far you want to send the sand. It's a work in progress but it's been helpful so far. Thank you for watching, Stuart!
@@jessratcliffegolf I'll be honest Jess only just subscribed, you only popped up on my feed but I thought it was an interesting perspective, taking DGs teachings and showing how you personally were doing with the practice. I normally look for local hampshire/dorset/sussex golf vlogs, ones that you can have some familiarity with you know. Anyway keep up the good work 👍
@@stuartjames2483 thank you!
Really well made video - good concise explanations of DG’s bible.
Thank you!
If I lived in the UK like you do, I wouldn't care what it would cost - I'd run, not walk to a private lesson with Dan every month. I love his stuff so much I'm seriously considering a trip across the pond to attend one of his golf schools. (I do think as you said you had the tendency to get the ball a hair too far back on the release two. Something to watch out for). Brilliant shots though.
I would do the same! I think he might be booked up for the next few years 🤣. Thank you! Yes, I’ll keep an eye on that ☺️
This is great Jess. Weird how scary it is. Especially release 2. Irrational really but that’s golf. Personally I find that the closer the grip butt is to my body the more confident I feel?! Loving the channel thanks.
Thank you, Niguel! Yes, I'm the same! I found that feeling of releasing the butt of the grip to the button on my trousers so helpful. Thank you for watching!
Did order Dan's book right away. Release 2 is maybe the hardest shoot in the game. On hard ground it is pure horror. Hope Dan can help me.
Keep up your good work.
It's such a great book! I know...that shot off a bare lie is my nemesis at the moment. Dan covers that in his book so I'll be practicing that one next 🤣. Thank you for watching, Sascha!
@@jessratcliffegolf This is one thing I'm finally getting through my thick head from Dan. While there are very advanced techniques one can use to enable a high soft shot off a bare lie, most of the time, we want to accept that the lie is not suitable for a release 2, especially if we haven't spent a lot of time practicing those advanced techniques. We need to use a release 1 and just accept whatever we can get out of it.
@@wadesworld6250yes exactly!
What a coincidence, I'm working on this too! Got two new wedges and I'm gonna master all three shots with both. Tiger and his son love to finish off practice sessions with the high flop.
Awesome! I hope you’ll enjoy the latest video too, which has just gone live 😉
Not quite the same story as you... but close. I started golf around 30... played for number of years and became a 5 hdcp. Work took over and I gave up the clubs for about 13 years. BUT took it up once more in late 2022 and was even struggling to break 100! It was soul destroying and tough. But with a few lessons and tonnes of practice, Ive set out to become better than previously. Addressing my short game for me was a biggy! So when I discovered Dan on the internet I too became an avid fan, purchased his book and have never looked back. I'm currently down to 6 hdcp, but now with a much more confident short game, I expect this summer to get down to about a 3 or 4.
Favourite release is probably release 2. I truly love it. I use the two tone Srixon balls to see the spin in action. It's so telling of the spin in the different release.
Keep going! And when you get to use release 3 in bunkers, it's a game changer. Such a simply consistent concept.
Wow Rich, that’s awesome! Congratulations on getting down to 6 - I really do know the work that goes into that! I feel the same about Dan’s work and can’t wait to put it into action on the course this season🤞. I’ve been getting there with release 3 out of bunkers but still a bit of work to do to have that full confidence. Plus our bunkers are a bit more wet/compact sand with the weather at the moment 🤣 but even that part of Dan’s book has been so helpful to know how to adapt. Thank you for watching!
Great video
Thank you, John!
Great content, I love release 1 the set up is a lofted putt. I struggle with release 2 and find release 3 simpler as it is a fuller shot.
Thank you, Paul! I can struggle with release 2 too, sometimes it feels more like release 3 🤣
Picked this one up from Golf Monthly's recent 'how to spin your chips shots with Dan Grieve' (as I do follow Dan). I've been practising the 3-Releases for some time, and fortunate to have a good short-range facility nearby, and a coach who has taught with Dan - I still want to do his one-day school though. I'd really really recommend the left leg only drill for Release-1 (and it is good to concentrate on that left shoulder), and the no thumbs drill for Release-2. The thing that helps me the most (which you did not mention) is really pick your landing spot. I practice Release-1s from 20-30ft and ~40ft and try to get 7 out of 10 in a 3 foot circle around the hole.
Thank you for watching, Mark! That's a great shout on the no thumbs drill for Release 2 as I think my Release 2 can become too much of a Release 3. Yes, brilliant - I do the same with landing spots and share more of those drills on my Instagram. I love an "up and down game" to challenge myself from different spots.
@@jessratcliffegolfJust watched your "3 hole challenge" series and it did not look like you 'know your distances' for your pitch shots. Maybe just the way it came across - really like your presenting style by the way - and wondered if you had practised Dan's A1,2,3 pitching system? (I've got my distances (Carry and estimated Total) for all As across 9-SW from the driving range - so not 100% accurate - that I have in a laminated card on my bag.)
@@merkyr354 Hi Mark, thank you for watching that! You're right, I know my distances for full shots but my pitching distances are more feel based, guided by my full distances - gripping down on a PW, for example, knowing it'll take some off. I've been meaning to work through Dan's A1, 2, 3 system to get those distances dialled in 🤓
I think the last few were more release three as the butt of the club finished pointing towards the ground and not towards your belt. But it was the release you needed for that shot.
Thank you, David. They were - I can struggle with being more 3 than 2 but as you say, with that amount of green, it ended up being the better release to play ☺️
Wow, you have an excellent memory for the detail !!
I may have read the book a million times, Mark! 🤣🤓
For me one of your best videos! Very helpful content!
@@anthonyviola9400 Thank you Anthony!
Thank You me too brought the book and enrolled but cannot crack the basics of Release one. Wrist rolling, standing up varying the loft on the backswing to name a few. However your clarity and quality on the basics is just what I needed, Release two can wait just want to crack one first. One comment you seem to keep the loft the same and very steady up to and through impact? Thanks again and already hit the subscribe button.
Thank you, Paul! I felt the same with Release 1 and then it clicked when I focused on the light grip, feeling the push away with the left shoulder to start the takeaway and then making sure I rotate around my left side. That's a great spot, I have to say that I'm not intentionally doing that so I'm not sure if that's a good thing or not 🤣 I know Dan mentions feeling a pinch on the ball so maybe I should have a bit more shaft lean in there. Thank you for subscribing!
Really enjoyed listening to you figure out Dans teachings on your own. Dans videos are brilliant but when he tweaks and advises some one and straight away they hit great shots it’s difficult to know how to transfer that to your own game 🙏
Thank you, Jason! Exactly! I hope you’ll love the video coming out tomorrow, which goes into that ☺️
Really nice work!
Thank you!
I've tried so many different chipping techniques, hinge and hold, Pelz method, putting method and I've been working with Dan's techniques over the past 3 months and I've experienced success and more consistency. However, I do continue to struggle with his pitching technique. In the southern part of the US we get some tight ball positions, the heat can be 100 F / 37 C in the summer and often for weeks. The grass is often very short and it's hard to do a release 2 with a pitch and I struggle with getting height and distance with using this method as a pitching technique.
Thank you for watching, William! I’m still getting to grips with Dan’s pitching technique - I think I read too much into using Release 2 for pitching and was trying to take his chipping Release 2 method to pitching. And then I saw his latest UA-cam video on pitching, where Dan talks about the adaptations to make when using R2 for pitching. I’m sure you’ve seen it but I believe he also did a video on tight lies, like Bermuda grass, which might be interesting. We’ve got the opposite problem here in the UK at the moment - very wet lies!
@@jessratcliffegolf It would be great if you could do another one in a few weeks on his pitching technique. It's a real struggle for me to find a pitching technique that works, once again I've tried multiple different techniques. I would like to see if I can get some consistent contact with this method. Once again, thanks.
That’s a great idea, I can definitely do that. My pleasure - thank you for watching, William!
Good old Dan, love his methods!
Would be very interested to know how your weekly training plan is, how often do you practice and for how long?
Really enjoy your videos!
Me too! It’s been very weather dependent lately 🤣. When the weather’s on our side, I typically practice 3 times a week, usually for 1-2 hours. Thank you!
Your release 2 finish looked more like the release 3 finish but had a good result and quick pull up on landing
Oo it could be, I’ve been struggling to feel the difference between Release 2 & 3 so might have overdone the 2 to make it a 3 ☺️
I came across the channel by chance... Great explanation, nice video! Keep it up and good luck... My subscription is there
Thank you! And thank you for subscribing!
Good job don’t listen to the negative comments
Thank you, Tom!
Watched this one twice. I need to get better at my short game.
Thank you for watching Steven! Dan’s stuff is brilliant.
Thank you so much for sharing...another great video. How do you remember all the various set up positions when out on the course and do you have a technique to avoid 'rushing' a shot as you always seem so calm!
Thank you for watching, Mary! I think that shows how many times I’ve read Dan’s book 🤣🤓. That’s a great question, I do find that having the checklist to mentally run through helps me stay calm over the shot and trust it as I’ve put it to the test in practice. It doesn’t mean the shot always comes off as I hope but at least I’m feeling calm over it to start with ☺️
Love your videos Jess, definitely helping me be more intentional in my practice. What would you say made the biggest difference to your game - helping you get from 34 to 7? How many times per week do you play or practice? Thanks 🙂👏
Thank you, Karen! You’ve made my day ☺️
Hi Karen, I’ve just seen your questions in this, sorry for missing them before! I’ll be recording a video on this so will make sure to answer them then! Thank you again ☺️
What about when greens a bit more elevated?
I would go to a Release 2 for an elevated green, in the hope it has the height but also lands softly.
Love Dan’s stuff, been desperate to try this technique since the beginning of the year but closed course has stopped me, are you more confident now in playing these shots?
Me too, Neil! Hopefully your course opens up soon! Yes definitely, the Release 1 has been a score saver on the course, really enjoying it.
@@jessratcliffegolf have you managed to master release 2 and 3, to be honest these are the sexy shots, stop and check or even spin?
@@neilsharp4300 I'm getting there with Release 2 but haven't cracked Release 3 yet 🤣
Hi Jess, another great video. Were you using the 54 degree for the chip & run as well as the pitch? With the second release I always feel I’m putting the butt of the club in my left trouser pocket at the finish. It’s difficult to trust “let gravity take over” though isn’t it.
Hi Gary, thank you! I used my 9 iron for the chip and run ☺️. Yes exactly! It feels bold to let gravity take over but it really works!
Your first pitch looked like release 3 where you could put in the holster but i don't know apologies.
I think you might be right, Mike! I can slip between the two with 2 & 3 🤣
@@jessratcliffegolf release 1 prob better with a 7 iron as well as it landed half way up the green. But im crap, so ignore me lol.
@@phildavis1825 haha thank you!
Excellent video -- I also have Dan's book and am working to get confidence in the process for release 1 so I can take it to the course. Your comment that you need to "be brave" is a great thought that I'm definitely going to adopt. I find that if I'm tentative and don't commit I end up decelerating or worse. One questoin for you related to hand position -- I notice you're low on the grip on release 1 and middle of the grip on release 2 -- is this personal preference? Thanks!
Thank you, Dwayne! I've fallen in love with Release 1 after struggling with chip and runs for a while. I do exactly the same when I get tentative, almost quitting on the shot rather than being brave and committing to it. Great question - I found my hands naturally went there as I was either closer to the ball for Release 1 or a little further away for Release 2. I remember Dan referencing hand position in his book so I was trying to go off that too 🤓
count yogi videos will explain chipping to full shots
Thanks Russell!
I think you explained release 1&2 better than Dan - Jess 😅 though your version of release 2 looks more like a 3 😁
Haha I’m not sure about that but thank you! I know, still working on that Release 2 🤣
You did a 1 & 3 release
I thought it might have crept to a 3 🤓
Your release 2 looks like a 3 sometimes 😊
I think it might be 🤣
@@jessratcliffegolf good explanations.Nice video
@@robertcornelius8056 thank you Robert!
This video paired well with my Flaming Hot Cheetos
Haha perfect, Lupe!
your release 2 seems like Dan's release 3.I think that in your release 2 you go too much up with your arms
I know, I can struggle with 2 vs 3.
@@jessratcliffegolfsame!
Ball is too far back in your stance and you’re mixing up the finish between release 1 and 2
I’ll keep an eye on that 🤓
@@jessratcliffegolf refresher course ua-cam.com/video/SfaxE8Ec-hk/v-deo.htmlsi=G8Ca6LUa83-0yLWz
He’s probably been playing about 20 years, so you should probably listen 😂
@@matthewhall2320 40 year but I’ve been watching Dan Grieve intently and noticed the confusion hence why I sent the link to his 3 releases.
Nice to see someone mastering the technique. Really interesting, thank you!
I love Dan grieves but you are to mechanical and not enough soft … sorry to say so.
No need to be sorry, I’m sure I am. Just getting to grips with it here so still learning.
Sooo you’re trying to steal his content?! Don’t watch this, just go watch Dan🥴
Far from it, sharing what I’ve found helpful for my game in the hope it’s helpful if someone watching hasn’t discovered Dan’s work yet. But yes, you’re right - definitely better to watch Dan than me!
Did you watch the video? She constantly said that it's Dan's content and what components she likes. She also links and referenced Dan's social media for anyone interested.
Rubbish, she constantly refers to Dan and I think it’s great to watch someone go through the process of following Dan’s brilliant book. Incidentally I have subscribed to Dan’s channel and I have his book. Carry on Jess, great work & thank you. 🏌️♂️😊👍
Not so sure. It is very interesting to see someone else, who like me, is trying to learn the steps that have been taught. Maybe there are additional things to learn, or think about as well.
I've literally just come back from the range where I was practising R1 and R2 then stumbled across this video, so I found it really useful to hear someone else's experience. Dan's given credit throughout, so more promoting than stealing.
Excellent video! I've read Dan's book and I'm a big fan as well. Release 1 and release 2 definitely give you more confidence but I'm not brave enough to do release three quite yet (on the coures) ⛳🏌️. 😂
Thank you, Tony! I feel the same! I’m working my way up to release 3 ☺️🤣