Tip of the Week
Where Does Power Come from in the Golf Swing?
Why is it a 13 year old girl who weighs 7 stone can hit it 30 yards further than a 45 year old man who weighs 15 stone?
I suppose the question we need to ask ourselves is where does power come from in the golf swing? Strength is certainly a factor, many of the tour players are going to the gym now and as a result are hitting it longer. For tour players who are looking for that additional edge, going to the gym is clearly helping. This, however, could take weeks, months, maybe even years before the average golfer notices any significant increases in distance.
So let me offer you a faster way.
Take yourself off to the driving range and grab a 7 iron. Holding the club make some swings with as tight a grip as possible. Make some swings backwards and forwards keep the grip pressure tight; notice what that feels like. Do this 6 or 7 times, then continuing to swing the club backwards and forwards, begin to notice the grip pressure becoming looser, gradually going from 10 to 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, still swinging the club backwards and forwards.
Now what do you notice? How would you describe this swing? Here is how some of my students have described the difference:
- Relaxed
- Smoother
- Flowing
- Letting the club do the work
- Less effort
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Now, if you are feeling brave, put a ball on a tee and complete the exercise again but this time as you swing the club backwards and forwards you are going to walk to the ball with the club still swinging and hit the ball. Let me clarify this point. At no point does the club head stop moving. You keep swinging it and when you are ready you just step to the ball and hit it. Golfers are amazed just how far they can hit it and also that they can hit it so well on the move.
Let me know how you get on! Book a lesson and let's get started on the road to a more powerful swing.
Train Your Golf Brain
Thursday 26th July, 9:00 – 11:00
Cost: £35. This is a fun day for all abilities from beginners to your experienced golfer. Contact us to book your spot on 01227 462865 or by sending an email to danielmaude22@hotmail.com. Bring a friend and save £5 each (£60 per pair).
Yonex Custom Fitting Event
Monday 30th July, 13:30 – 18:00
Hurry! Book your place today before we sell out.
We are looking for serious interest in the day, as spaces are limited. As a result we will be operating an appointment system, from 13:30 until 18:00 on the day. Each appointment lasts half an hour or an hour for irons and woods. We will also be charging a fee of £25 to book an appointment; this however will be refunded if any club purchase is made as a result of the fitting.To find out more about the events metioned above, as well as the NLP for Kids Workshop, please click here.
Open Championship Draw
Here are our lucky winners:
1st: Ken Butcher - Ernie Els - £300
2nd: Simon Leggatt - Adam Scott - £150
3rd: Neil Parsonson - Tiger Woods - £25
3rd: Andrew Kirkland - Brand Snedeker - £25
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Multi-Buys in the Shop
We have some great savings on golf balls and clothing. Here are some examples but there are lots, lots more:
All Clothing
Buy one get a second HALF PRICE (Lyle and Scott/Oscar Jacobson)
Titleist Pro V1 Golf Balls
£11.99 per Sleeve, £40 for 1 Dozen, £78 for 2 Dozen
Srixon AD333 Golf Balls
£6.99 per Sleeve, £20 for 1 Dozen, £38 for 2 Dozen
Lyle & Scott Men's Pique Polo Golf Shirt
£39.99 per Shirt, £70 for 2 Shirts
Oscar Jacobson Angus Men's Golf Shirt
£49.99 per Shirt, £85 for 2 Shirts |  |
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Last Chance for Another Great Shoe Trade In Offer
When you buy a new pair of FootJoy LT Series shoe in July, we’ll give you a £10 Trade In on any old pair of Golf Shoes.
The LT Series, competitively priced, gives you superior comfort along with the performance a golfer needs.
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Regards,
Canterbury Golf Team