Video golf lessons and tips
Stability of the body is key to improved golf swing
Most people take for granted that if your feet are planted, your arms can swing fast and through the ball. But a golf swing is no different than a baseball player's swing or a place kicker's kick: You need stability of body and resistance.
... full article »Putting from a distance requires vision, touch and sense
PGA Professional Charlie King shares some practice drills to improve your distance-control, or "lag" putting. The goal in distance putting is just getting the golf ball close to the hole. These three tips will improve the essential tools: vision, touch and sense.
... full article »Want to hit the ball straight? Swing your golf club in a circle
If you want to keep the ball from going right or left, you have to consistently keep the swing on a plane, not coming in too high or too low. It sounds counter-intuitive, but to hit the ball straight, you have to hit the ball in a circle.
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Increase your club head speed for greater distance, better ball striking
Club head speed is the key to greater distance and solid ball striking. But where does speed come from? Well, speed comes from more than one part of your golf swing. The following tips will improve your distance and ball striking.
... full article »Want to improve your swing power? Two keys to a better golf swing
Many good players have very different looking golf swings, but they all have two things in common during their impact position: Good players retain wrist-cock through the impact zone, as well as maintain a strong solid base during the hitting area.
... full article »Knowing your wedges can help you manage your short game
Every golfer should know the distance that each of their wedges travels using a full swing. That's why pros like Phil Mickelson carry four or five wedges; they know they can make a full swing and hit most of their shots within 10 feet or so of the desired distance. You can build your short game the same way, Les Miller writes.
... full article »- Curing that slice is just a few practice drills away
- Unhappy couple: Golf and the back may fight, but you can find harmony
- Swing hard for better drives
- Don't overlook proper club position at address
More Video Instruction
Master the "Red Zone" for lower golf scores
In golf, scoring opportunities come at 100 yards and in, the so-called "Red Zone." Reynolds Golf Academy's Charlie King explains how to improve your short game to become a strong "Red Zone" player.
... full article »Practice the "Line Drill" for better ball contact
Every golfer is eager for that one golf tip that will put all the pieces of his or her game in place. The Shot Line Drill might be just that tip. It will help you hit the ball solidly from any position and improve your overall enjoyment of the game.
... full article »Perfect your pitch shot
All too often golfers end up topping or blading the ball on pitch shots because they lift their clubs too much. Instead, allow the angle of the club face, not your body, to generate loft, says Reynolds Golf Academy's Charlie King.
... full article »Achieve better distance control with the "Happy Caddie" golf drill
How can you improve distance control on wedge shots? Charlie King of Reynolds Golf Academy recommends the Happy Caddie game, a two-person drill that PGA Tour legends such as Ben Hogan and Arnold Palmer used to hone their distance control.
... full article »- Instructor Charlie King on getting the right club-face angle
- Instructor Charlie King adds 'swing' to your golf swing
- Instructor Charlie King on improving your grip and posture
- How to get out of a bunker
- Instructor Charlie King on proper ball position and alignment
- PGA instructor Charlie King on getting a good chip shot
- Seven essentials skills you need on the golf course
- Getting to know the Reynolds Golf Academy
- Introducing Reynolds Golf Academy in Georgia
