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Address Position Basics
Class 2 - Before the Swing
Nick Clearwater
Head of Instruction at GOLFTEC
Summary
This lesson explains the fundamentals of addressing the golf ball, focusing on proper stance, alignment, and positioning to improve shot consistency. It highlights common mistakes and offers detailed guidelines on setting up correctly to optimize ball flight and reduce errors.
Key Takeaways:
Proper Stance and Alignment:
- Aim feet relatively straight at the target.
- Keep knees, hips, and shoulders aligned parallel to the target line.
- Slightly visible lead forearm above the trail arm from the side view.
Address Position:
- PGA Tour players bend forward 30-40 degrees at the shoulders and around 10 degrees at the hips.
- Keep weight evenly distributed on both feet.
- The butt end of the club should align with the lead thigh.
Ball Positioning:
- For a driver, position the ball vertically aligned with the lead shoulder for a level strike.
- For irons, position the ball slightly back (relative to the lead shoulder) to achieve a descending strike.
- Adjust ball position based on club length (e.g., a seven iron closer to the third golf ball back from the lead shoulder).
Avoiding Common Mistakes:
- Ensure shoulder and hip turns are not overly open or closed.
- Avoid having the lead forearm below the trail arm.
- Prevent excessive weight shift to the trail foot or improper shaft lean.
By mastering these basics, golfers can set themselves up for more consistent and accurate shots. The next class will cover swing mechanics in detail.
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