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Tom, just watched this video and hit a bucket of balls. I have never hit such “crispy” irons in my life! I’m 71 and your videos are my last resort in being a better and more confident golfer! The 4 steps or swing thoughts were: 1-Upper arms pinned to chest 2-Straight but not stiff left arm, 3-Weight mainly on left leg, 4-A shallow backswing and downswing. I added one more step which really helped significantly, a slow backswing! Thanks for affording us golfer with instruction that is awesome and works! Stay well and continued success with your learning program! Best, Lou.
Your setup and posture are just like Grant Waite's, PGA tour pro. I've copied it and it's helped my irons so much. Your flared stance relaxes me and keeps me balanced and forward. Thank you!
Really enjoy your great teaching been with you for 6months and you tell it like it is I like that finally, been using the weight forward for 8 months works and has lower my scores 72 and shooting in the 70s feels good to play well and less frustrating 👍
Golfing for about 4 months watching your videos and no lessons, my game has improved exponentially. My first goal to break 100 (I know it’s not that impressive) finally happened a couple of weeks ago. You Sir deserve all the credit for that. Thanks, Tom !
That's actually very impressive for someone who has only been golfing for four months, Frank. Nicely done!! 💪💪 I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic improvement and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: 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/
Hi Tom, took your 1 year coarse last year and finally seeing results. Tons of practice in all parts of the game. Short Game is what I was known for with the online school. On September 27, 2023, I shot an 85! Even had a 25 ft putt go in, UP Hill! Anyhow, the iron game learned from you was Spot On. Thank you. And, I am 73 years old. 😅
That's *OUTSTANDING,* Patrick!! 💪💪 And of course I recall our conversations from the members forum community! I'm most grateful for your kind words and testimonial regarding the online school, and I'm thrilled for your improvement!! Congratulations on your success - which is most definitely a reflection of your hard work and commitment to the process - keep up the great work, and keep having fun out there!! Tom
Two things I’ve taken away from your teachings. 1. Think less 2. Move less That simplicity is beautiful. That approach is gold! I’ve been following you since about April or May of ‘23 and I have made massive strides in shot reduction. I constantly shot over a 100blows per round, lately lower 90’s. If I could sort my putting out, I’d be scoring mid to low 80’s. I’m 60yrs young and joined a club for the first time in my life, got lessons from a PGA Pro for the first time in my life too. I’m going to be a single figure handicap player in the next 12months thanks Tom! 👍🏻
That's fantastic, Marc!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you. By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/ Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic improvement and keep up the great work!! Tom
That is phenomenal!! 💪💪 I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic improvement, keep up the great work, and we'll be seeing you real soon in the 80's!! Tom
Well done Congrats!👍🏻 I’ve tried for some years now and got even worse at golf the more I’ve practised😂 Feel a bit sad about it but here’s no golf-DNA at all in this body…😄
You are so special, I can't hardly believe how my game has changed in the last year. I'm 70 and my handicap is down to an 11. Never knew I still had it in me. Very smart for a young man. Keep up the good work
That's awesome, Dean!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the fantastic work!! Tom PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
Thank you for this. Many other instructors make the golf swing way more complicated than it needs to be especially for high handicappers/beginners. My whole life I struggled with consistency, direction, slicing etc. After watching this and your magic trailing elbow videos, I'm a completely different golfer. Only been out twice since, but already the improvements are incredible, hitting pure, straight and long. confidence has gone up, and I'm enjoying the game more than I ever have. All because I stumbled across your videos. Thank you so much.
That's awesome!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and enjoyment, and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: By the way, since you are benefiting from my channel's content, I think you will also like 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 started watching Tom’s videos about a month ago. Slowing my tempo and having quiet hands are the two biggest things I’ve gotten from them. My second round since making those swing changes I went out and shot an 80, which is now my personal best by 5 strokes!! Listen to this man, everyone! A simple swing is a consistent swing!
That's fabulous, Cole - congrats on completely obliterating your previous PB!! 💪💪 I sincerely appreciate your kind words and support, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! 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/
For real, Saguto has helped me come back out of the limbo-esque rabbit hole Ive been in for years. When I was 12-16 years old I was a talented golfer. I HAD it. Then I stopped playing once teenage life took over. Then in my mid 20's I went back and I was lost yet confident I knew the right way because of the past. I had no hope. I watched videos etc. But I didnt have any foundation. Saguto, who I think is near my age, showed me the original map of golf. I just followed his advice. Now I have solid foundation and confidence. Thanks man!!! I would love to talk to you sometime and just brainstorm with you. If you even see this. lol
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Alexander, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
Great video as always, Tom. IMO, the best thing about your lessons is the simplicity in each and, with that simplicity, I've found I've been able to relax and enjoy golf more. I'm 74 in 2 weeks and, after my bout with Covid back in April, I've had chronic pain in both my shoulders but the simple swing you show keeps me from any additional pain so, kudos to you. It's off topic , possibly, but I learned something about my grip just by observing you: my left thumb position was a bit retracted and I had little snap to my wrists. I've started extending my left thumb a bit more so it resembles your grip and, my last 2 times out, I've improved my driving by 30 yards and more at times. My crispy irons shots are a bit hit and miss still but hitting a good one like you do is phenomenally satisfying for me. Thanks again for your common sense approach to hitting a golf ball and may God bless you!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words regarding my instruction content and teaching style, and I am thrilled to learn of your improvement and enjoyment!! With regard to the lead thumb, it's a very subtle element that can dramatically impact results. Ideally, the lead thumb should extend one joint beyond the lead forefinger, but not any further than that. Excellent observation. By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/ You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought. Keep up the great work and keep having fun out there!! Tom
Thanks, the straight left arm tip immediately fixed my chipping. I was chipping well but then I started to dig my chips into the ground (the club that is) and particularly with lofted clubs such as the 58 degrees sand wedge and this meant more of the dreaded deaccelerate and duff them (occasionally initially and it then started to get more often at practice) . The straight arm tip immediately fixed that - better outcomes and higher percentages of good shots (more consistent). Tom: You also make it easy to understand why and what to do, you keep it simple. Joey, Gold Coast Australia
Fantastic!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Joey, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your chipping improvement and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: 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/
Hello I'm a one-arm one-eyed 5 handicap golfer and my name is Duff. So, is it appropriate to call a bad shot a duff? No! When you Duff it, you hit another perfect shot. That's what they tell me anyway :) Please don't call a bad shot a duff. bad is bad I discovered how to play golf as you teach it. I love the way you teach, keeping the focus on simple and repeatable ball striking, just the basics, first! When you master ball striking, hitting the club's sweet spot, nearly every time (95% perfect shots), then move on to course management. Because course management doesn't mean anything if you can't hit your targets. Keep up your awesome work!!
I sincerely appreciate your supportive words, Duff, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! I'll try not to use your name in vain, but it is force of habit so please know that it is done innocently and with no malintent....😎 Thanks for your message, keep up the great playing, and keep on duffing it.....in the best of ways, of course!! Tom
Your Fundamentals of Golf Tom are simple and to the point! I've been watching your You Tube channel since it originated and its content has always been informative and enlightening! You concurred with a lot of what I was and am working on! Your instructions are brief and to the point. Since watching this channel Tom, my ball striking has improved tremendously. Thanks for all of your help! Keep up the good work!!!
I'm always thrilled to learn of your progress, John!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your success with it as well as your kind words regarding my instruction, and keep up the great work!! Tom
I am learning so much! Please stay on R humble too. I watch there primarily. My friends who are actual golfers (occasional high 70's) are asking me, "What happened?!" Occasionally, I am out driving them (I'm in my 50's they are very, healthy 40's and long drivers) and they're blown away. My fairways are 90% good shots. Not Pro shots, but straight and mostly krispy. Go Tom Go! Oh yeah, I've only been playing since Covid and the more I "learned" from other places - the worse my slice became. 4 Saguto videos later on my other favorite viewing location, and Man(!), I am dropping strokes in the fairway and off the tee. Haven't even started on putting improvements. This stuff works for me!
That's awesome - I love it!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to learn of your improvement!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your success with it and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: With regard to watching different videos from different sources, please be careful in navigating the muddied, overly-complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. It's best to commit to a system - which you now seem to be doing - put your blinders on, and stick to it. Also, with regard to taking your game to the next level and really competing with those "actual golfers", have you considered the online school? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying and resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise as well as all my short game instruction, plus advanced level courses. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews.
Since I found your channel, I've all but stopped watching other golf channels I am subscribed to because there's no point. They way you teach the golf swing is remarkable. It's easy to follow, not overly complicated, and instills a confidence that literally anyone can do it.
Thanks so much for that! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. Keep up the great work and have fun out there! 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/
Im hcp 4,6 … right now struggling with contact again! Hadn’t had the time to work on my swing lately. But you are totally right! Controlling Contact, low Point is totally the key to play Irons… with just simple things and do it over and over again by simplifying things and boiling them down to the fundamentals things! U smashed it! Thanks again and greetings from Germany 🇩🇪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Bernd, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content for this fantastic swing system and my teaching style are resonating with you!! Hopefully you will have some time available soon to get back out there and crisp up your ball striking!! 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/
@@SagutoGolf Tom thanks for your kind reply! Really appreciate your Spirit💪 BTW: Will the magnificent „Saguto Sideburns“ ever return? I would love to see them again! They are an absolute Trademark of yours 👍
Hey Tom, really enjoy your teaching style and dry sense of humor. Just tried out your stack and tilt method and I think I’m hitting it much more consistently. Can’t wait to get out with my buddies next week and get that best score of the year (hopefully mid 70s). Blessings Pal
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you, Bob!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly Stack & Tilt swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your improvement with it 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/
@lji5252 3 hours ago (edited) Tom, just watched this video and hit a bucket of balls. I have never hit such “crispy” irons in my life! I’m 71 and your videos are my last resort in being a better and more confident golfer! The 4 steps or swing thoughts were: 1-Upper arms pinned to chest 2-Straight but not stiff left arm, 3-Weight mainly on left leg, 4-A shallow backswing and downswing. I added one more step which really helped significantly, a slow backswing! Thanks for affording us golfer with instruction that is awesome and works! Stay well and continued success with your learning program! Best, Lou.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Lou, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you. You've obviously done an excellent job digesting the lesson content and incorporating it into your swing, and I'm thrilled to learn of your crispy ball striking improvement!! By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/ Keep up the great work and have fun out there! Tom
Your "dustbin lids" video took me from 100+ to 90 immediately. Your "pits out" video took me from 90 to 80 in a week. Your "K' video to took me from 80 to mid 70s in a week. 5 years of crap, fixed in 3 weeks. Your a golf legend man.
I'm a bit frightened as to where you may be in two more weeks...... 😎 Seriously - that is awesome!! 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 dramatic improvement and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
The greatest teacher to ever do it. Tom has made me love golf again. Shoot high 80s now the system just works once you get it you get it. Tom could be the best man at my wedding no problem.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, David, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and your rekindled love for this greatest of games, and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
Simply the best. Tom's lessons have made golf so much more enjoyable for me. He gives me clear things to work on when I go to the range and confidence that I can do it. Honestly, I can't wait to get to the range now. I still have my challenging days but my bad days are way better than any good day I had before I found Saguto golf. I am so thankful. Tom, you are the bomb!
I truly appreciate your kind words regarding my instruction content and teaching style, Whitney!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your improvement, enjoyment, and enthusiasm, and keep up the fabulous work!! Tom
Ever since the first video I watched from you I’ve been playing better golf. Your lessons are so simple and well explained it just WORKS. Got your online course and I’ve been making so much progress. I’ve gone from low 100’s to high 80’s / low 90’s. Thank you for helping me play better golf consistently. Keep up the great content!
@chandlerclements7316 & @mjw399 - I'm most grateful for your respective kind words and testimonial regarding the online school, and I'm thrilled to learn of your progress!! 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 your taking the time to "shout it from the rooftop". Thanks again for your support and keep up the great work!! Tom
@Jocky690 - Hopefully, the replies you've already received here provide sufficient validation. As for what the online school offers over and above this YT channel, there is no comparison. The episodes 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 the comprehensive, sequential learning platform that is my online school, which I strongly recommend to anyone who truly wishes to get on the proper path towards owning a body-friendly, powerful, low-maintenance swing rather than trying to haphazardly piece things together through random YT videos. That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire motion step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying and resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise as well as all my short game instruction, plus advanced level courses. Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. If you prefer, for a starting point here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/ I hope to see you soon in the school and on your path towards consistently crispy ball striking bliss! Tom
Definitely noticed improvements on day 1. I’ve been chunking or topping with a slice for years, but after following your key tips, hit a crispy 7 iron with minimal effort and low swing speed, most went straight or slight left and landed within 10 feet of each other. Never had that before. Thanks Tom. I’m looking at your online golf school now.
Awesome!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!! Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement, keep it crispy, and I hope to see you soon in the online school!! Tom
@SagutoGolf. Thank you again for your work and videos. Was trying the 'inside/over the top swing' that Christo of miracle swing experience and it brought me back to you. Your swing also comes deep inside on the back swing and it seems, i ended up swinging like you after all. I have to let the trail arm fold on its own though, if i try and intentionally create an elbow fold, it works very poorly and the swing comes off of plane. Letting the club naturally go deep inside on the back swing, with upper arms glued of course, while keeping that lead arm as straight as possible and letting the trail elbow fold on its own, with no manipulation from me, then the swing is golden. Thank you Tom Saguto, this swing really is the most repeatable swing i have tried, when done properly. peace love light
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content for this fantastic swing system is resonating with you. It seems as though you are doing an excellent job of incorporating it into your swing!! With regard to your comment on "letting things happen", I am in complete agreement. If we pre-establish the connections properly in the setup and have a foundational base that facilitates a full centered turn without restriction, then once we've ingrained the correct actions through sequential drilling and repetition we can entrust the motion to the big muscles and allow the arms, wrists, hands, and club to simply go along for the ride and respond accordingly as if on autopilot. The power accumulators - including the proper wrist and trail arm actions - will then naturally load and fire with no contrived manipulations or precise timing necessary, thereby returning the face to the position pre-established at address. It's called "giving up control to gain control", and it's the formula for consistently blissful ball striking and seemingly effortless power. By the way, if you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/ Thanks again for your message and keep up the great work!! Tom
I had a lesson with a new instructor the other day, "keep your arms straight, open the face, swing it back to knee height, hinge up with the wrists ..." Immediately my already mediocre golf swing became mediocre AND completely unpredictable. Ignored all that, just did exactly what you said in this video, and I'm finally hitting straight shots with distance I can enjoyably play through a round with. Thanks Tom.
Sadly, many well-intended yet misguided teachings of 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, 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). 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. 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 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/
This helped me immensely. Thank you. I never felt so pure hitting my irons. Even when I was in my 20s battling to break 90 every round. Wish I had this back then!!
Fantastic!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!! Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: 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/
Appreciate the tips thanks. Watched this before my round today and knocked 5 shots off my last score and hit 4 pars in a row and that’s good for me. I’ll keep watching and keep practicing. Look forward to the next top tip!
That's fabulous, Tony!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: 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/
I’ve come back to this video and was surprised. There was a complete excellent lesson without any clowning around as the old ones were. Excellent lesson Tom. 👍👍👍
No worries, Mike - the inherent lunacy still makes its presence felt from time to time..... 😎 Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed the lesson! And here's a link to 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 (and "clown-free" manner: go.saguto.golf/ Tom
Love Tom and am a member of his golf school. I've simplified my golf swing by getting into a perfect position when the club is at first parallel going back. I stop there and check to make sure everything is perfect and then restart my swing from there. It looks weird but I get into much better top swing positions that way
Who cares how it looks, Gerard? It's all about how it performs for you, and obviously your takeaway pause is serving you quite well! I'm thrilled to learn of your improvement, and I sincerely appreciate your kind words regarding the online school and this body-friendly, consistent, powerful swing system for all ages!! Thanks so much for your support and keep up the fantastic work!! 💪💪 Tom
Wow - I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. Thanks so much for your message and support!! 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/
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you! Your comment is precisely the reason why I do my best to convey multiple “feels” or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the desired positions, motions, and ball striking results. This is one reason why the comprehensive, structured, step-by-step learning platform of my online school is so effective, and why 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness. Thanks! 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/
absolutely fantastic video tom can’t thank you enough and it takes all the complications out of the swing and will actually let you enjoy the game which is what we actually play the game for as there is too much analysis at times rather than just letting yourself relax and just enjoy it and have a great day doing it 👍🏻cheers your the man
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Scotty, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. Have fun out there - that's ultimately what it's all about!! Cheers, 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/
Thank you Tom. I sliced badly, started doing your drill tossing the watermelon, I went from every shot slicing to maybe two or three sliced shot. I’m hitting more consistently. My game has got more fun and a lot less body ache.
That's fabulous, Luke!! I'm very glad to know that the watermelon drill resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!! Thanks so much for sharing your body-friendly, slice-busting improvement and keep up the great work!! 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/
I used to like golf a lot but after I started watching your videos and practice your golf tips now I’m in love with golf I dropped my handicap from a 9 to a 4.8 in last then 6 months thank you so much 😎💪🏌️♀️⛳️
That's outstanding, Willie!! 💪💪 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 your support in sharing your dramatic improvement, keep up the fantastic work, and have a blessed, happy, birdie-filled 2024!! Tom PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews.
Hey man I've been searching low and high for such a great simple golf lesson. I was always that guy who'd be out on the course hacking at balls like I was focusing on nowhere. Eventually I just gave up because people tend to hate me for how long I spend out there, investigating miles for my lost balls. Now, you could say I'm a really desperate man to come to youtube for good help, but after your lesson I finally feel ready to take on the course once again, perhaps even til the day I die.
LOL! I see what you did there. Well, at least you didn't ask Bobby Dylan or Timothy Leary, because I guarantee they would have been of no help at all, and your golf ball would still be randomly blowin' in the wind. And thankfully you didn't seek out The Beatles' advice either, as you would really be a nowhere man on the course by now.....😎 You sought and you have found. Here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/ We can then build from there in the online school, where you'll become a golf ball wizard and you definitely won't get fooled again. Bargain??... Hey, look at your face - ain't that a smile? Cheers! "Tommy"
Fantastic! I'm glad you're finally able to get back at it!! Thanks for your kind words regarding my teaching style. Now scrape that rust off and have some fun out there!! Tom
@SagutoGolf +8 on the front... +10 on the back. I just didn't eat my Wheaties in the morning. Everything was mostly on target, just short. Think I get to play tomorrow. Best!!
Can't thank you enough. This vid is a lot like your "K" video which I've been applying to good effect! I was out with my usual buddy this week and he accused me of "eating my wheaties" and practicing in secret but all I did was check my low point and stay on my lead side; the ball went a good ways and dead straight all day long! How nice!
Awesome!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!! The only remaining question now is are you going to share your "Wheaties" with your perplexed buddy!! 😎 Thanks so much for posting your improvement and keep up the great work!! 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/
Thanks Jeff - I'm glad this video resonated with you!! And yes - Townshend is one of my favorites and a definite influencer of my guitar playing style!! Tom PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will really enjoy 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
Brother I can’t thank you enough for all the hard work you put in to make me a better golfer.It’s working and I’m even making that Saguto trough of ball first divots at the Legends driving range.
AWESOME!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you, and I am thrilled for your improvement!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your success with it, keep up the great work, and keep on making The Legends superintendent happy with those nice straight divot tracks!! Tom
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Owen, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Thanks so much for your support and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: Since you are liking my channel's content, I know 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/
Watched 1 of his videos other day put his tips into a few holes 2day trust me he knows his stuff . Par 3 18th hole on my local course never hit the green very often till 2day put in to 2 feet from pin
Awesome, Richard!! 💪💪 (I sure hope you drained the birdie putt to close out your day!) I sincerely appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! 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/
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Colin, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. 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/ Thanks again for your message and support!! Tom
When things on the golf course get fuzzy, your videos are always the place the golfer needs to return to. Just like this video, when you are through watching it’s like the “light switch comes on.”
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. Keep that light switch on and have fun out there!! Tom PS: 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/
So true, on all accountsTom...thanks. I've always laughed at instructors preaching the "fundamentals" that are different for almost everyone. Those 3 pieces seem to be the key for me...(plus your elbow tuck tip - like skipping a rock). Thanks for all your great stuff over the years....Keep it crispy!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Todd, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. 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/ Thanks again for your message and keep it KFCrispy out there!! Tom
Absolutely spot on Tommy sags. The only frustration for me is watching something so simple that the 6 in between my head won't allow me to do it!! I work on it though. Thank you for another excellent golf tip
The golf swing is indeed overly complicated in particular by one part of the human body, Alan: the brain and all the swing nonsense and misguided instruction it has been fed. Garbage in, garbage out; and countless golf swings have sadly been trashed as a result. This is not saying that golf is "easy" as it most certainly is anything but. However, if we can simplify the swing so as to eliminate variables and thereby not have to rely on timing and/or exceptional hand-eye coordination - which we can - then consistently desirable results can be achieved without having to continuously work so hard. So we put in the time and effort on the front end to ingrain the proper setup and motion in the online school, add in an occasional swing video analysis lesson as needed to keep things on track, and then low maintenance, powerful, predictable, body-friendly ball striking bliss can become our norm going forward. Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed the lesson and I hope it performs well for you! Tom
Thanks Bill!! 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/
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Chaly, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Thanks so much for your support!! 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/
Tom you just keep knocking it out of the park with the tips and the tutorials!! Thank you !! Is there Anyway you could let us know what club your swinging during instruction?? Thank and keep it Crispy !!!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Kirk, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! When I'm swinging an iron in these videos, typically it's a 7, though I may occasionally go up to an 8 or down to a 6. Just know that it's going to be somewhere in that range unless I state otherwise in the video. 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/ Keep it KFCrispy! Tom
Hi Tom. I'm in UK and quite new (ish) to golf and have done loads of research , had lessons etc but this video is the best so far. Should have saved myself some money and just watched your video tips. So brilliantly simple and effective... Was just wondering about ball position though as i'm being taught to play with ball central but I think i hit it better if it's quite far forward. Would a ball more towards left foot work with this swing ?
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Scotty, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. While this system affords you some leeway, in general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape. 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/ Welcome to this greatest of games. Embrace its many challenges and have fun out there!! Tom
Ah yes... The dark side of golf. Evil swing sorcery. The cult that is quietly, surreptitiously gathering lost swings from the vast purgatorial abyss of failed "conventional" instruction and leading them to the way and the truth of a method rooted in the unchanging principles of physics and geometry. Creating heinously horrifying creatures of repeatability, predictable ball flight, and effortless power. Like a hideous and unstoppable amoeba slowly yet steadily consuming the golfing globe. Resistance is futile; they will be assimilated. Mwahahaha.....Mwahahahaha..... 😎 Thanks - I appreciate your support, and we're getting there.....slowly but surely..... Tom PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like 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/
Thanks! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Tom PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will really 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/
yes, fabulous lesson. hitting little shots with just the left hand on the club really is the best first lesson. when we look at the teachings of developmental psychologist: jean piaget, it becomes clear to us all that the first thing to develop in the swing are the "innate striking mechanisms". when we warm up we start with a wedge and build up to a full swing; but, really we should go thru the bag hitting little half shots before we build up to a full swing.
Thanks! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Yours in Crispiness, 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/
Thanks Tom. Simple efficient and effective golf instructions. I was much more accurate and effective when I kept my weight on my forward leg like you said. Do you think at some stage - when I've got the basics - that I will ever place my weight more evenly when I "load up" my back swing...or is that weight forward a permanent feature?
I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you, Brian! Actually, this body-friendly, powerful, consistent, low-maintenance swing system is rooted in physics, geometry, and human physiology, and it is modeled on empirical observations of the game's most prolific ball strikers. As such it does not discriminate by age or ability - from kids to seniors and everyone in between, inclusive of the best players in the world. Watch any Tour event on TV and you'll see a significant number of players executing these motions, a fact corroborated by just how many of them have a very centered swing with the lead knee flexing and the trail leg straightening during the backswing, their lead arms on or very close to their tilted shoulder planes, and their hands deep behind their trail shoulder at the top. The need for a weight shift in the golf swing is one of the greatest fallacies ever taught, and it has led many an amateur golfer into the vast abyss of chronic inconsistency and frustration. Can you have some transfer of pressure into the trail side in the takeaway? Yes - as long as you keep your center intact and don't shift off the ball. But you best be back into your lead side by time you get to the transition. In the swing system I teach we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs), gradually add more forward weight load into the transition (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish. There's no "weight shift"; instead, it's just a gradually increasing load onto the lead side. And the result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing. Here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/ Thanks for your message! Tom
In this swing system we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs), gradually add more forward weight load into the transition (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish. Here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/ Tom
Tom, - great advice and as always building on your simple concept. One question. When i pause your swing video at the top, I see that nice straight-trail leg but I notice your lead/ left knee stays wide of the trail knee--maybe pointing at the ball. At times , My left knee tends to collapse, pointing to the right foot when I'm at the top. Have you ever spoken about lead knee and maintaining some separation there? I am following your guidance and genuinely improving but don't want to get off track. Thanks!
I'm glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you, Bill! In this system - and no matter which club you are swinging - in the backswing the lead knee always works straight down in the direction established at address - which should be flared slightly 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. Here are a couple of videos specific to the knee action: - th-cam.com/video/upINMObEA_k/w-d-xo.html - th-cam.com/video/1OSKMF8X_zQ/w-d-xo.html Really though, the level of detail you seek is best found in the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school, and it will make for a far more efficient and enjoyable learning process rather than haphazardly trying to piece things together through these channel videos that jump around randomly from topic to topic. The school is where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find in-depth instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish. Plus, all my short game courses (putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play), advanced level content, 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 seasoned, 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 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
@@SagutoGolf Tom- as usual - a thoughtful - and very helpful response. Thank you. And you are right. I am on board with signing up with you. I am getting into "piecemeal mode' which is dangerous (Based on past experience). BTW In the last 8 rounds I've dropped from 12.8 index to 11.2 by following your advice. Traveling now. Will get on board soon- I owe you---"see" you soon. BTW do you ever come to Naples Fl???
I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you, Philip; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! 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/
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, Steve, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice! 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/ Keep it KFCrispy!! Tom
Always great video's Tom !!! You just keep it Simple !! Question for you, for me when it comes to Wedge-60deg irons (this would be for me 130yds to the flag and in) the visual of lining up the club face to target....I just can't get? Is there a TIP or secret? Thx Kevin
I'm glad you're enjoying my lesson videos, Kevin!! No special tip or "secret". Get out to the range with parallel alignment sticks representing your foot line and target line, address the ball with your wedge, and figure out what it takes to get it squared up. To further enhance it, you can get one of those magnetic rods that sticks to the clubface. Those make it quite easy to observe how the face is angled at address. 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/ Tom
Tom...this is a really good video and full of great content...do you have a video about getting a Flatter Left hand and avoiding too much Cup in the wrist?
Thanks - I'm glad this lesson resonated with you! Yes! Here is a recent video on the flat lead wrist: th-cam.com/video/uBCy5JEhQIA/w-d-xo.html And here's one from my channel's archives on the same topic: th-cam.com/video/aLai9v2F0vM/w-d-xo.html By the way, since you are liking my channel's content and seem to be interested in furthering your understanding, 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/ Tom
Tom, you make game easy with a few drills and ya know what. Ben Hogan would be darn proud of you. I do his 5 fundamentals of his book. 😂You make it fun. I am 71, had a sway and that sucks. Learning to turn right leg strait shoulder under chin. Chicken dinner Tommy. Yeah! Things are happening in N Dakota 🎉❤ yeah. Thanks . You are a dude.
That's awesome!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words regarding my instruction content and teaching style, and I am thrilled to learn of your progress!! By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/ You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought. Thanks again for your message, and keep it KFCrispy up there in ND!! 💪💪 Tom
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Nathan, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. 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/ Thanks again for your message and support! Tom
@@SagutoGolf awesome thanks Tom. I've been practising your methods and have removed the slice from my game. One problem now is I draw the ball too much on occasion. Any suggestions to fix this? love your videos.
Keeping the toes open - especially with the the lead foot - makes it easier to replicate the swing with the proper weighting and balance. Really seeing that in your video today.
Indeed it does, Darrell - nice observation!! The flaring of both feet 10-20 degrees facilitates the proper amount of body-friendly, free-flowing hip turn back and through. This is a major power move that also keeps the club traveling on the correct path. If you were to square your feet so that they were perpendicular to the target line, then your hips would be impeded from turning sufficiently in the backswing (which would then inhibit the shoulders from executing a full and effortless turn) and from releasing properly in the downswing to propel the club through the zone. By the way, here's a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/ Thanks for your message! Tom
Hi Tom, Stack nTilt has definitely saved my body and taught me a lot about swing Fundamentals. I have the accuracy and hit the ball around about the optimum distance for each club. Stack n tilt shines when it comes to the fairway woods. That being said and i guess that i am being greedy but i want more distance. On average i hit my standard loft 7 iron 150 - 155 yards. But from time to time I can get it uo to 170 yards So how can you generate more distance with S&T? Is it better compression or faster swing speed or something else?
I'm very glad to learn of your improvement through this powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly S&T swing system. Nice job!! Typically, once this swing is properly running on autopilot golfers experience significant increases in length. If you are relatively early in the process, then you are likely still ingraining your "feels" and thinking mechanical thoughts (although if you say you are already getting "optimal" yardages, I fail to see where there is much of a residual issue in this regard...😎). All other things being equal, better compression/smash factor and higher clubhead speed will indeed produce more distance. When you develop sufficient confidence in the motion that you are comfortable "giving up control", you'll be able to just trust it and let it fly. At that point you'll have made that giant leap from playing "golf swing" to playing target-focused golf, and by then you should be seeing your yardages increase through the bag. If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/ Thanks again for sharing your progress and keep up the great work!! Tom
@SagutoGolf thank So much Tom for the long response and explanation. It makes sense in what you have said and I have hit some absolute bombs from out of nowhere. And wouldn't you know I found your Ben hogan power tip video. Keep up the great work.
Tom, this video is SAGUTO gold! I watched it with my 11 year old son today, who, like me, was given all those golf ideas as a kid, so i WAS giving him the "MAKE IT STOP!!" Golf lessons, as i didn't know how else to teach him. Till your video. I am stoked beyond STOKED to tell you that, we had the crispiest, juiciest, most succulent day ever hitting golf balls. And its all thanks to this video. Even though we are both moreso "pizza over KFC guys", we paid homage to you and your expert "cut the cr*p!" crispy KFC video here by stopping in at KFC on the way home to keep that crispy SAGUTO feeling going as long as we could. You're golf instruction is the definition of crispy , Tom. Every time my son hit a good one we yelled out "SAGUTO!". There's few better feelings in life than shrieking "SAGUTO!" ala, Seinfeld 'serenity now' - with the added bonus of no insanity later. You're the crispiest, Tom. SAGUTO !!!!!!!💪🏌️🎸🦸🏆🐔
LOL! I love any Seinfeld reference, and as a Sicilian I am perfectly fine with a good pizza, and by "good" I mean there must be some crisp to that crust!! (Beyond that, I'm still awaiting that affiliate deal from The Colonel, so I don't have any skin in that game....😆) Anyway, I'm thrilled to know that this lesson resonated with you and your son to such an extent; excellent job incorporating it into your swings, and be sure to relay to him that I'm very impressed with his progress!! Thanks so much for sharing in validating this lesson with the dramatic improvement you both experienced, keep up the great work, and of course - KEEP IT CRISPY!! 💪💪 SAGUTO!
Tom, I really enjoy your videos and teaching style. Weight forward has helped me improve but I still occasionally hit behind the ball,i.e., ground/ball vs ball/ground. Are you focusing on the back of the swiing as swing into impact. Thanks
Hi Joe, I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! I believe you meant to ask if I am focusing on the back of the ball? I personally just look at the top of the ball as I find that helps me to keep my head in place throughout the motion - a very important swing key for consistency. That's me. Some have success focusing on a particular quadrant of the ball or even a specific dimple. Still others do well with concentrating on a spot in front of the ball. You have to figure out what works best for you and your tendencies. As for hitting the ground first, consider the following possibilities: 1) Ball position is too far forward, 2) Hands are too far back at address (they should be in line with the inside of your lead thigh), 3) The swing center and low point are drifting backwards at some point during the motion (face-on video will help you determine this), 4) The downswing is steep and/or the path is out-to-in, 5) Early extension of the trail arm during the downswing (also known as "casting"), 6) Flipping/scooping through the zone, 7) Loss of relationship with the ball (shoulder angle flattening, loss of tilt). Though not an exhaustive list, those are the primary causes of fats, thins, and tops. By the way, always begin with the setup - in this case the first two possibilities - prior to diving into a swing intervention. While there are certainly videos on my channel that address this topic, a better option for you would be 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 Thanks, Tom
These are great tips. What club are you using in the video? I’m not sure if it’s just the way it looks on video, but it looks like the ball is forward in your stance.
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, Michael, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice! I was using a 7 iron in this video. With regard to ball position, we first need to be aware that camera angles can greatly skew the viewer's perspective. That aside, while this system affords you some leeway, in general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape. 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/ Tom
That's awesome!! 💪💪 I sincerely appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your tremendous improvement and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: 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/
You got it, Gary! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice! 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/ Keep it KFCrispy out there! Tom
With regard to the erroneous notion that we need to manufacture some type of a rolling or flipping "release", given the inability of most folks to spend sufficient time at the range to lock in the required exactness of this action this misguided thought has led countless golfers astray. It's not something that most pros are trying to actively manufacture during the split second that the clubhead is traveling a distance of approximately 6' from parallel to parallel at speeds in excess of 100 mph. The forearms will naturally "trade places" from pre- to post-impact, but this should not be construed as a contrived move (although many a casual observer has gone down that rabbit hole). There really ought not be any active manipulation of the hands through the zone and attempts to precisely time any such rolling or flipping - which does nothing for swing speed - have relegated many an amateur to the vast abyss of inconsistency and frustration. Here are a couple of my channel episodes that may help to clarify: - th-cam.com/video/Fe2kQ44azJ4/w-d-xo.html - th-cam.com/video/SunCR5uJ_ao/w-d-xo.html - th-cam.com/video/zw7Rzstq4gY/w-d-xo.html Here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/ Thanks, Tom
Another great video Tom! Thanks to your tips I’m hitting crispy draws with all clubs! I’ve only been playing golf since April and was a natural slice it off the planet guy! Every time I hit a draw now on demand I’m left with a huge smile on my face! And in my head I here you saying “that’s some crispy KFC” thanks for all you’re doing!
KFCrispy draws through your bag and you've only been playing since April??? That's fabulous, Nick!!! 💪💪 I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic ball striking progress and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
It really comes down to your teaching! I found your videos right before I picked up some clubs and I run away from any “swing advice” that others try to give me 😂
Thanks Gerry!!! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!! 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/ Tom
Thanks - I'm very glad to know that my lesson content is resonating with you!! While I may change it up from time to time, more often than not I'm hitting a 7 iron. 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/
I get keeping the arms straight is important, what about if your 70 and have movement problems as well as joint problems? I try to keep my back swing short (ie Rahm), so I can hit the ball straight. Maybe you have some drills that will help, there's a lot of senior golfers out there that have heaps of body problems :)
This is a very body-friendly motion as supported by the fact that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/ You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought. Thanks, Tom
Hi Tom, a question about the contact point on the ground. I’ve seen other TH-cam instructors say the contact point is where your sternum is. Your contact point always seems to be below your lead arm pit? Where would you say it is? So I know where to put the ball in my stance. Thank you for your help
The low point in our swing circle - the radius of which is our straight lead arm - is even with the lead armpit/shoulder. While this system affords you some leeway, in general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape. I hope that helps! Tom PS: With regard to watching different videos from different sources, please be careful in navigating the muddied, overly-complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. It's best to commit to a system - whether it be this body-friendly, powerful, consistent, low-maintenance method or another - put your blinders on, and stick to it. And if it is the system I teach, then please strongly consider enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level. That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
@@SagutoGolf thanks Saguto appreciate it. I’m going to stick with your system and stop watching others. Just starting the ‘push away the arms’ on the backswing to try and keep a straight lead arm. I’m feeling very tight and awkward as you say we probably will in the video. My trail arm also feels straight which I know it shouldn’t be. Thanks again, appreciate all your help
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Frank! With regard to your question, I've really not given much thought to that since the swing is on full autopilot as I'm coming through the zone and heel-to-toe weight distribution is not anything I wish to micromanage. However, in just doing a quick swing rehearsal it feels like it would be centered and not favoring the heel or toe. Have you checked out my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” yet? Here's a link in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of this swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ Tom
Tom. Great video. I don’t know if you realise this but the first move in your downswing is that you move your left hip out of the way. Do you do this deliberately or is it instinctive? Thanks!
I'm glad you enjoyed it, David! The lateral targetward action of the hips acts as a governor to prevent a premature over-rotation and thereby enables the player to keep his upper torso square without having to fight his body. Most amateur golfers already have plenty of the rotational component; they need to build in the lateral hip slide to suppress the early-onset spinout that causes so many to get steep and across the line. Here are a couple of lessons on this topic: - th-cam.com/video/dB4ItR3guGU/w-d-xo.html - th-cam.com/video/I5XYgKopTb4/w-d-xo.html And here's a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/ Tom
I'm glad to learn of your improvement, Will! With regard to taking a divot, while I've got a number of channel lessons that can assist with that, I think your best starting point is my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” where you can learn and implement some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ That should put you on a good path towards getting those nice crispy divots. Tom
Took basically a 10 year hiatus due to family commitments. I ignore any other social media teachers Tom has a gift. He quickly has me compressing the ball again.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. Welcome back to this greatest of games. Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement and keep up the fantastic work!! 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/
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: 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/
It is most certainly a component of Stack and Tilt, Michael. 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, where 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews Here is a link to 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 S&T swing I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ Tom
Yes, Noah! 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 practice range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: th-cam.com/video/o0xscMyN3v8/w-d-xo.html Beyond that, if you search the word "drive" on this channel you'll see some related content. 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
I started teaching my son to play golf at four years old. I just gave them a golf club at the park and I told him to hit it towards me. He just learn naturally. The only thing I really worked with him is how to hold the club other than that nothing.. play the US kids at Jekyll Island Georgia the same year as Lexi Thompson
Here is the story of my "conversion" to this swing system: th-cam.com/video/PM8lNNrMPEk/w-d-xo.html 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 practice range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: th-cam.com/video/o0xscMyN3v8/w-d-xo.html Beyond that, if you search the word "drive" on this channel you'll see some related content. And here's a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/ Tom
No nonsense, indeed. Just truth with a bit of fun mixed in..... 😎 Thanks! 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/
I’m an old swede and got hooked on golf some years ago. Really like Toms videos presented in a nice way. But I’ve realized that I’m 100% untalented as a golfer, too old and way too stiff. 😄 Can’t do the same moves twice,hardly once…😁 Always leaves the course frustrated and disappointed. On the range it works pretty well but directly when I tee up my body does exactly same mistakes which never work. I’ll find another hobby,building modelships or some…
No, Michael!!! Don't give up this greatest of games!!! This is a very body-friendly motion as supported by the fact that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/ You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought. Tom
I'm glad to know that you enjoyed them! Maybe..... 😎 In actuality, while I do enjoy them the course vlogs are rather difficult for me to justify from a cost-benefit perspective. They take considerable time to record and produce, and they just don't garner anywhere near the viewership and interest in comparison to the lesson videos; I must keep the desires of my general audience in mind in this regard. So, perhaps I’ll do another at some point, but my primary focuses are supporting my online school and its members while creating quality instruction content for this channel's subs and visitors. Thanks! Tom
Awesome!! I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! 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/
Your shoulder turn looks so good. My left shoulder seems to push my head back and my shoulders seem to level out and not have the same downward angle as you. Any suggestions?
I also have that problem, so what I do is keep my chin up. This allows the shoulders to rotate without pushing my head back. Keeping the chin up allows you to rotate and keep your head steady. If you don't, then you have to somehow get your head back to where it was when you started. Sometimes you get lucky, but most of the time you don't. So, raise your chin and look down at the ball over your cheeks instead of having your face pointing at the ball.
Hi Joseph, It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. For example, weight forward 55/45 (up to 60/40 with the longer clubs), both feet flared out approximately 20 degrees, and the knees similarly angled outward are prescribed setup features of the swing system I teach. This orientation provides for an unrestricted 45 degrees of tilted hip turn, at which point we only need to add another 45 degrees of shoulder turn for a full 90 degrees. The result is a centered, stress-free motion back and through, and a very body-friendly, consistent, powerful swing. Here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/ Tom
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Tom, just watched this video and hit a bucket of balls. I have never hit such “crispy” irons in my life! I’m 71 and your videos are my last resort in being a better and more confident golfer! The 4 steps or swing thoughts were: 1-Upper arms pinned to chest 2-Straight but not stiff left arm, 3-Weight mainly on left leg, 4-A shallow backswing and downswing. I added one more step which really helped significantly, a slow backswing! Thanks for affording us golfer with instruction that is awesome and works! Stay well and continued success with your learning program! Best, Lou.
What starts the downswing?
Your setup and posture are just like Grant Waite's, PGA tour pro. I've copied it and it's helped my irons so much. Your flared stance relaxes me and keeps me balanced and forward. Thank you!
Really enjoy your great teaching been with you for 6months and you tell it like it is I like that finally, been using the weight forward for 8 months works and has lower my scores 72 and shooting in the 70s feels good to play well and less frustrating 👍
Golfing for about 4 months watching your videos and no lessons, my game has improved exponentially. My first goal to break 100 (I know it’s not that impressive) finally happened a couple of weeks ago. You Sir deserve all the credit for that. Thanks, Tom !
That's actually very impressive for someone who has only been golfing for four months, Frank. Nicely done!! 💪💪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: 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/
mine as well
Hi Tom, took your 1 year coarse last year and finally seeing results. Tons of practice in all parts of the game. Short Game is what I was known for with the online school. On September 27, 2023, I shot an 85! Even had a 25 ft putt go in, UP Hill! Anyhow, the iron game learned from you was Spot On. Thank you. And, I am 73 years old. 😅
That's *OUTSTANDING,* Patrick!! 💪💪 And of course I recall our conversations from the members forum community!
I'm most grateful for your kind words and testimonial regarding the online school, and I'm thrilled for your improvement!! Congratulations on your success - which is most definitely a reflection of your hard work and commitment to the process - keep up the great work, and keep having fun out there!!
Tom
Two things I’ve taken away from your teachings.
1. Think less
2. Move less
That simplicity is beautiful.
That approach is gold! I’ve been following you since about April or May of ‘23 and I have made massive strides in shot reduction. I constantly shot over a 100blows per round, lately lower 90’s. If I could sort my putting out, I’d be scoring mid to low 80’s. I’m 60yrs young and joined a club for the first time in my life, got lessons from a PGA Pro for the first time in my life too. I’m going to be a single figure handicap player in the next 12months thanks Tom! 👍🏻
That's fantastic, Marc!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you.
By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
I’ve went from literally 120 - 125 to mid 90’s using all of Tom’s teachings. And for me, that is a great score. I’ve only played golf for 18 months.
That is phenomenal!! 💪💪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic improvement, keep up the great work, and we'll be seeing you real soon in the 80's!!
Tom
Well done Congrats!👍🏻
I’ve tried for some years now and got even worse at golf the more I’ve practised😂 Feel a bit sad about it but here’s no golf-DNA at all in this body…😄
You are so special, I can't hardly believe how my game has changed in the last year. I'm 70 and my handicap is down to an 11. Never knew I still had it in me. Very smart for a young man. Keep up the good work
That's awesome, Dean!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you.
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the fantastic work!!
Tom
PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
Thank you for this. Many other instructors make the golf swing way more complicated than it needs to be especially for high handicappers/beginners. My whole life I struggled with consistency, direction, slicing etc. After watching this and your magic trailing elbow videos, I'm a completely different golfer. Only been out twice since, but already the improvements are incredible, hitting pure, straight and long. confidence has gone up, and I'm enjoying the game more than I ever have. All because I stumbled across your videos. Thank you so much.
That's awesome!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction.
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and enjoyment, and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are benefiting from my channel's content, I think you will also like 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 started watching Tom’s videos about a month ago. Slowing my tempo and having quiet hands are the two biggest things I’ve gotten from them. My second round since making those swing changes I went out and shot an 80, which is now my personal best by 5 strokes!! Listen to this man, everyone! A simple swing is a consistent swing!
That's fabulous, Cole - congrats on completely obliterating your previous PB!! 💪💪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words and support, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
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/
For real, Saguto has helped me come back out of the limbo-esque rabbit hole Ive been in for years. When I was 12-16 years old I was a talented golfer. I HAD it. Then I stopped playing once teenage life took over. Then in my mid 20's I went back and I was lost yet confident I knew the right way because of the past. I had no hope. I watched videos etc. But I didnt have any foundation. Saguto, who I think is near my age, showed me the original map of golf. I just followed his advice. Now I have solid foundation and confidence. Thanks man!!! I would love to talk to you sometime and just brainstorm with you. If you even see this. lol
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Alexander, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels.
Thanks so much for your support in sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
Great video as always, Tom. IMO, the best thing about your lessons is the simplicity in each and, with that simplicity, I've found I've been able to relax and enjoy golf more. I'm 74 in 2 weeks and, after my bout with Covid back in April, I've had chronic pain in both my shoulders but the simple swing you show keeps me from any additional pain so, kudos to you.
It's off topic , possibly, but I learned something about my grip just by observing you: my left thumb position was a bit retracted and I had little snap to my wrists. I've started extending my left thumb a bit more so it resembles your grip and, my last 2 times out, I've improved my driving by 30 yards and more at times. My crispy irons shots are a bit hit and miss still but hitting a good one like you do is phenomenally satisfying for me. Thanks again for your common sense approach to hitting a golf ball and may God bless you!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words regarding my instruction content and teaching style, and I am thrilled to learn of your improvement and enjoyment!!
With regard to the lead thumb, it's a very subtle element that can dramatically impact results. Ideally, the lead thumb should extend one joint beyond the lead forefinger, but not any further than that. Excellent observation.
By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.
Keep up the great work and keep having fun out there!!
Tom
Thanks, the straight left arm tip immediately fixed my chipping. I was chipping well but then I started to dig my chips into the ground (the club that is) and particularly with lofted clubs such as the 58 degrees sand wedge and this meant more of the dreaded deaccelerate and duff them (occasionally initially and it then started to get more often at practice) . The straight arm tip immediately fixed that - better outcomes and higher percentages of good shots (more consistent). Tom: You also make it easy to understand why and what to do, you keep it simple. Joey, Gold Coast Australia
Fantastic!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Joey, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you.
Thanks so much for sharing your chipping improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: 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/
Hello
I'm a one-arm one-eyed 5 handicap golfer and my name is Duff. So, is it appropriate to call a bad shot a duff? No! When you Duff it, you hit another perfect shot. That's what they tell me anyway :) Please don't call a bad shot a duff. bad is bad
I discovered how to play golf as you teach it. I love the way you teach, keeping the focus on simple and repeatable ball striking, just the basics, first! When you master ball striking, hitting the club's sweet spot, nearly every time (95% perfect shots), then move on to course management. Because course management doesn't mean anything if you can't hit your targets.
Keep up your awesome work!!
I sincerely appreciate your supportive words, Duff, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
I'll try not to use your name in vain, but it is force of habit so please know that it is done innocently and with no malintent....😎
Thanks for your message, keep up the great playing, and keep on duffing it.....in the best of ways, of course!!
Tom
Your Fundamentals of Golf Tom are simple and to the point! I've been watching your You Tube channel since it originated and its content has always been informative and enlightening! You concurred with a lot of what I was and am working on! Your instructions are brief and to the point. Since watching this channel Tom, my ball striking has improved tremendously. Thanks for all of your help! Keep up the good work!!!
I'm always thrilled to learn of your progress, John!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your success with it as well as your kind words regarding my instruction, and keep up the great work!!
Tom
I am learning so much! Please stay on R humble too. I watch there primarily.
My friends who are actual golfers (occasional high 70's) are asking me, "What happened?!"
Occasionally, I am out driving them (I'm in my 50's they are very, healthy 40's and long drivers) and they're blown away. My fairways are 90% good shots. Not Pro shots, but straight and mostly krispy.
Go Tom Go!
Oh yeah, I've only been playing since Covid and the more I "learned" from other places - the worse my slice became.
4 Saguto videos later on my other favorite viewing location, and Man(!), I am dropping strokes in the fairway and off the tee. Haven't even started on putting improvements.
This stuff works for me!
That's awesome - I love it!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to learn of your improvement!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your success with it and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: With regard to watching different videos from different sources, please be careful in navigating the muddied, overly-complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. It's best to commit to a system - which you now seem to be doing - put your blinders on, and stick to it. Also, with regard to taking your game to the next level and really competing with those "actual golfers", have you considered the online school? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying and resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise as well as all my short game instruction, plus advanced level courses. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews.
Since I found your channel, I've all but stopped watching other golf channels I am subscribed to because there's no point. They way you teach the golf swing is remarkable. It's easy to follow, not overly complicated, and instills a confidence that literally anyone can do it.
Thanks so much for that! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction.
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!
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/
Same. this is my instructor now. everybody else is for entertainment
Im hcp 4,6 … right now struggling with contact again! Hadn’t had the time to work on my swing lately. But you are totally right! Controlling Contact, low Point is totally the key to play Irons… with just simple things and do it over and over again by simplifying things and boiling them down to the fundamentals things! U smashed it! Thanks again and greetings from Germany 🇩🇪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Bernd, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content for this fantastic swing system and my teaching style are resonating with you!!
Hopefully you will have some time available soon to get back out there and crisp up your ball striking!!
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/
@@SagutoGolf Tom thanks for your kind reply! Really appreciate your Spirit💪 BTW: Will the magnificent „Saguto Sideburns“ ever return? I would love to see them again! They are an absolute Trademark of yours 👍
Hey Tom, really enjoy your teaching style and dry sense of humor. Just tried out your stack and tilt method and I think I’m hitting it much more consistently. Can’t wait to get out with my buddies next week and get that best score of the year (hopefully mid 70s).
Blessings Pal
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you, Bob!!
This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly Stack & Tilt swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your improvement with it 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/
@lji5252
3 hours ago (edited)
Tom, just watched this video and hit a bucket of balls. I have never hit such “crispy” irons in my life! I’m 71 and your videos are my last resort in being a better and more confident golfer! The 4 steps or swing thoughts were: 1-Upper arms pinned to chest 2-Straight but not stiff left arm, 3-Weight mainly on left leg, 4-A shallow backswing and downswing. I added one more step which really helped significantly, a slow backswing! Thanks for affording us golfer with instruction that is awesome and works! Stay well and continued success with your learning program! Best, Lou.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Lou, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you. You've obviously done an excellent job digesting the lesson content and incorporating it into your swing, and I'm thrilled to learn of your crispy ball striking improvement!!
By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!
Tom
Your "dustbin lids" video took me from 100+ to 90 immediately. Your "pits out" video took me from 90 to 80 in a week. Your "K' video to took me from 80 to mid 70s in a week. 5 years of crap, fixed in 3 weeks. Your a golf legend man.
I'm a bit frightened as to where you may be in two more weeks...... 😎
Seriously - that is awesome!! 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 dramatic improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
The greatest teacher to ever do it. Tom has made me love golf again. Shoot high 80s now the system just works once you get it you get it. Tom could be the best man at my wedding no problem.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, David, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and your rekindled love for this greatest of games, and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
Simply the best. Tom's lessons have made golf so much more enjoyable for me. He gives me clear things to work on when I go to the range and confidence that I can do it. Honestly, I can't wait to get to the range now. I still have my challenging days but my bad days are way better than any good day I had before I found Saguto golf. I am so thankful. Tom, you are the bomb!
I truly appreciate your kind words regarding my instruction content and teaching style, Whitney!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels.
Thanks so much for your support in sharing your improvement, enjoyment, and enthusiasm, and keep up the fabulous work!!
Tom
Ever since the first video I watched from you I’ve been playing better golf. Your lessons are so simple and well explained it just WORKS. Got your online course and I’ve been making so much progress. I’ve gone from low 100’s to high 80’s / low 90’s.
Thank you for helping me play better golf consistently. Keep up the great content!
is the golf school worth it vs. just looking at the free youtube videos?
The online golf school is very worth it. A big help.
@chandlerclements7316 & @mjw399 - I'm most grateful for your respective kind words and testimonial regarding the online school, and I'm thrilled to learn of your progress!! 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 your taking the time to "shout it from the rooftop".
Thanks again for your support and keep up the great work!!
Tom
@Jocky690 - Hopefully, the replies you've already received here provide sufficient validation. As for what the online school offers over and above this YT channel, there is no comparison. The episodes 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 the comprehensive, sequential learning platform that is my online school, which I strongly recommend to anyone who truly wishes to get on the proper path towards owning a body-friendly, powerful, low-maintenance swing rather than trying to haphazardly piece things together through random YT videos. That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire motion step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying and resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise as well as all my short game instruction, plus advanced level courses. Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews.
If you prefer, for a starting point here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/
I hope to see you soon in the school and on your path towards consistently crispy ball striking bliss!
Tom
Definitely noticed improvements on day 1. I’ve been chunking or topping with a slice for years, but after following your key tips, hit a crispy 7 iron with minimal effort and low swing speed, most went straight or slight left and landed within 10 feet of each other. Never had that before. Thanks Tom. I’m looking at your online golf school now.
Awesome!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!!
Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement, keep it crispy, and I hope to see you soon in the online school!!
Tom
@SagutoGolf. Thank you again for your work and videos. Was trying the 'inside/over the top swing' that Christo of miracle swing experience and it brought me back to you. Your swing also comes deep inside on the back swing and it seems, i ended up swinging like you after all. I have to let the trail arm fold on its own though, if i try and intentionally create an elbow fold, it works very poorly and the swing comes off of plane. Letting the club naturally go deep inside on the back swing, with upper arms glued of course, while keeping that lead arm as straight as possible and letting the trail elbow fold on its own, with no manipulation from me, then the swing is golden. Thank you Tom Saguto, this swing really is the most repeatable swing i have tried, when done properly. peace love light
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content for this fantastic swing system is resonating with you. It seems as though you are doing an excellent job of incorporating it into your swing!!
With regard to your comment on "letting things happen", I am in complete agreement. If we pre-establish the connections properly in the setup and have a foundational base that facilitates a full centered turn without restriction, then once we've ingrained the correct actions through sequential drilling and repetition we can entrust the motion to the big muscles and allow the arms, wrists, hands, and club to simply go along for the ride and respond accordingly as if on autopilot. The power accumulators - including the proper wrist and trail arm actions - will then naturally load and fire with no contrived manipulations or precise timing necessary, thereby returning the face to the position pre-established at address. It's called "giving up control to gain control", and it's the formula for consistently blissful ball striking and seemingly effortless power.
By the way, if you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
Thanks again for your message and keep up the great work!!
Tom
I had a lesson with a new instructor the other day, "keep your arms straight, open the face, swing it back to knee height, hinge up with the wrists ..." Immediately my already mediocre golf swing became mediocre AND completely unpredictable.
Ignored all that, just did exactly what you said in this video, and I'm finally hitting straight shots with distance I can enjoyably play through a round with. Thanks Tom.
Sadly, many well-intended yet misguided teachings of 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, 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). 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.
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 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/
This helped me immensely. Thank you. I never felt so pure hitting my irons. Even when I was in my 20s battling to break 90 every round. Wish I had this back then!!
Fantastic!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!! Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
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Appreciate the tips thanks. Watched this before my round today and knocked 5 shots off my last score and hit 4 pars in a row and that’s good for me. I’ll keep watching and keep practicing. Look forward to the next top tip!
That's fabulous, Tony!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
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I’ve come back to this video and was surprised. There was a complete excellent lesson without any clowning around as the old ones were. Excellent lesson Tom. 👍👍👍
No worries, Mike - the inherent lunacy still makes its presence felt from time to time..... 😎
Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed the lesson! And here's a link to 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 (and "clown-free" manner: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
Love Tom and am a member of his golf school. I've simplified my golf swing by getting into a perfect position when the club is at first parallel going back. I stop there and check to make sure everything is perfect and then restart my swing from there. It looks weird but I get into much better top swing positions that way
Who cares how it looks, Gerard? It's all about how it performs for you, and obviously your takeaway pause is serving you quite well!
I'm thrilled to learn of your improvement, and I sincerely appreciate your kind words regarding the online school and this body-friendly, consistent, powerful swing system for all ages!!
Thanks so much for your support and keep up the fantastic work!! 💪💪
Tom
34 last week and 38 this week in my 9 hole league. Krispy KFC baby!
Simply put, best golf instructor on the internet! Thx Tom
Wow - I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction.
Thanks so much for your message and support!!
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/
So true! No 2 swings are the same, so focus on these fundamentals, especially ball contact and golf will be more fun!
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you!
Your comment is precisely the reason why I do my best to convey multiple “feels” or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the desired positions, motions, and ball striking results. This is one reason why the comprehensive, structured, step-by-step learning platform of my online school is so effective, and why 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness.
Thanks!
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/
absolutely fantastic video tom can’t thank you enough and it takes all the complications out of the swing and will actually let you enjoy the game which is what we actually play the game for as there is too much analysis at times rather than just letting yourself relax and just enjoy it and have a great day doing it 👍🏻cheers your the man
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Scotty, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction.
Have fun out there - that's ultimately what it's all about!!
Cheers,
Tom
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Thank you Tom. I sliced badly, started doing your drill tossing the watermelon, I went from every shot slicing to maybe two or three sliced shot. I’m hitting more consistently. My game has got more fun and a lot less body ache.
That's fabulous, Luke!! I'm very glad to know that the watermelon drill resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!! Thanks so much for sharing your body-friendly, slice-busting improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
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I used to like golf a lot but after I started watching your videos and practice your golf tips now I’m in love with golf I dropped my handicap from a 9 to a 4.8 in last then 6 months thank you so much 😎💪🏌️♀️⛳️
That's outstanding, Willie!! 💪💪 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 your support in sharing your dramatic improvement, keep up the fantastic work, and have a blessed, happy, birdie-filled 2024!!
Tom
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Thanks man, once again, with you on my bag we came in "in the money" at the local tourney using these rules. Don't forget "pits up".
Awesome job, Bradley!! Don't forget our arrangement for coach's commission $$'s..... 😆😆
Keep up the great work and keep it KFCrispy out there!!
Tom
Hey man I've been searching low and high for such a great simple golf lesson. I was always that guy who'd be out on the course hacking at balls like I was focusing on nowhere. Eventually I just gave up because people tend to hate me for how long I spend out there, investigating miles for my lost balls. Now, you could say I'm a really desperate man to come to youtube for good help, but after your lesson I finally feel ready to take on the course once again, perhaps even til the day I die.
LOL! I see what you did there. Well, at least you didn't ask Bobby Dylan or Timothy Leary, because I guarantee they would have been of no help at all, and your golf ball would still be randomly blowin' in the wind. And thankfully you didn't seek out The Beatles' advice either, as you would really be a nowhere man on the course by now.....😎
You sought and you have found. Here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/ We can then build from there in the online school, where you'll become a golf ball wizard and you definitely won't get fooled again. Bargain??...
Hey, look at your face - ain't that a smile?
Cheers!
"Tommy"
@@SagutoGolf Absolutely man, I'd call that a bargain. Perhaps even the best I ever had. 😄 The best I ever haaaaaaaaaaad *guitar solo*
Yes, finally get to play after a month and a half. I feel rusty, but you have a way about making golf easy!!
Best
Fantastic! I'm glad you're finally able to get back at it!!
Thanks for your kind words regarding my teaching style. Now scrape that rust off and have some fun out there!!
Tom
@SagutoGolf
+8 on the front... +10 on the back. I just didn't eat my Wheaties in the morning. Everything was mostly on target, just short. Think I get to play tomorrow. Best!!
Can't thank you enough. This vid is a lot like your "K" video which I've been applying to good effect! I was out with my usual buddy this week and he accused me of "eating my wheaties" and practicing in secret but all I did was check my low point and stay on my lead side; the ball went a good ways and dead straight all day long! How nice!
Awesome!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!!
The only remaining question now is are you going to share your "Wheaties" with your perplexed buddy!! 😎
Thanks so much for posting your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
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Lot to like about this video. I might like the Townshend/Seeker reference the best. Favorite band!
Thanks Jeff - I'm glad this video resonated with you!!
And yes - Townshend is one of my favorites and a definite influencer of my guitar playing style!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will really enjoy 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
Brother I can’t thank you enough for all the hard work you put in to make me a better golfer.It’s working and I’m even making that Saguto trough of ball first divots at the Legends driving range.
AWESOME!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you, and I am thrilled for your improvement!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your success with it, keep up the great work, and keep on making The Legends superintendent happy with those nice straight divot tracks!!
Tom
Best golf instructor on TH-cam hands down! One thing that stands out to me with your videos is they never make me worse or make me overthink my swing.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Owen, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Thanks so much for your support and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: Since you are liking my channel's content, I know 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/
Watched 1 of his videos other day put his tips into a few holes 2day trust me he knows his stuff . Par 3 18th hole on my local course never hit the green very often till 2day put in to 2 feet from pin
Awesome, Richard!! 💪💪 (I sure hope you drained the birdie putt to close out your day!)
I sincerely appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you.
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
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/
The best teacher on the web. Period!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Colin, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction.
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/
Thanks again for your message and support!!
Tom
When things on the golf course get fuzzy, your videos are always the place the golfer needs to return to. Just like this video, when you are through watching it’s like the “light switch comes on.”
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction.
Keep that light switch on and have fun out there!!
Tom
PS: 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/
Thanks!
So true, on all accountsTom...thanks. I've always laughed at instructors preaching the "fundamentals" that are different for almost everyone. Those 3 pieces seem to be the key for me...(plus your elbow tuck tip - like skipping a rock). Thanks for all your great stuff over the years....Keep it crispy!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Todd, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction.
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/
Thanks again for your message and keep it KFCrispy out there!!
Tom
Shot 82 today couple of lips outs close to my goal of 79 this year Thanks for all your help
Well done, Nate - you're closing in on it!! 💪💪
Thanks for sharing your continued improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Absolutely spot on Tommy sags. The only frustration for me is watching something so simple that the 6 in between my head won't allow me to do it!! I work on it though. Thank you for another excellent golf tip
The golf swing is indeed overly complicated in particular by one part of the human body, Alan: the brain and all the swing nonsense and misguided instruction it has been fed. Garbage in, garbage out; and countless golf swings have sadly been trashed as a result. This is not saying that golf is "easy" as it most certainly is anything but. However, if we can simplify the swing so as to eliminate variables and thereby not have to rely on timing and/or exceptional hand-eye coordination - which we can - then consistently desirable results can be achieved without having to continuously work so hard. So we put in the time and effort on the front end to ingrain the proper setup and motion in the online school, add in an occasional swing video analysis lesson as needed to keep things on track, and then low maintenance, powerful, predictable, body-friendly ball striking bliss can become our norm going forward.
Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed the lesson and I hope it performs well for you!
Tom
Great video! These are the fundamentals that equate to consistency and effortless power. Excellent!
Thanks Bill!! 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
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Your videos are awesome! Thank you!
Don’t forget, great attitude and demeanor, like yours, go a long way. Thanks again! 👍😎❤️
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Chaly, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Thanks so much for your support!!
Tom
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@@SagutoGolf thanks so much, Tom! I will def check it out. 👍😎❤️
Tom you just keep knocking it out of the park with the tips and the tutorials!! Thank you !! Is there Anyway you could let us know what club your swinging during instruction?? Thank and keep it Crispy !!!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Kirk, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
When I'm swinging an iron in these videos, typically it's a 7, though I may occasionally go up to an 8 or down to a 6. Just know that it's going to be somewhere in that range unless I state otherwise in the video.
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/
Keep it KFCrispy!
Tom
Hi Tom. I'm in UK and quite new (ish) to golf and have done loads of research , had lessons etc but this video is the best so far. Should have saved myself some money and just watched your video tips. So brilliantly simple and effective... Was just wondering about ball position though as i'm being taught to play with ball central but I think i hit it better if it's quite far forward. Would a ball more towards left foot work with this swing ?
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Scotty, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction.
While this system affords you some leeway, in general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape.
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/
Welcome to this greatest of games. Embrace its many challenges and have fun out there!!
Tom
I can attest, from personal experience, this works 100% of the time!!.. nice work Tom.. perfect advice!!
Thanks for your support and validation, Bazza!!
Keep up the great work!!
Tom
How do we not have millions of subs lined up for these tips.
This is great info!!
Ah yes... The dark side of golf. Evil swing sorcery. The cult that is quietly, surreptitiously gathering lost swings from the vast purgatorial abyss of failed "conventional" instruction and leading them to the way and the truth of a method rooted in the unchanging principles of physics and geometry. Creating heinously horrifying creatures of repeatability, predictable ball flight, and effortless power. Like a hideous and unstoppable amoeba slowly yet steadily consuming the golfing globe. Resistance is futile; they will be assimilated. Mwahahaha.....Mwahahahaha..... 😎
Thanks - I appreciate your support, and we're getting there.....slowly but surely.....
Tom
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Great stuff and love your personality. Thanks Tom
Thanks! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will really 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/
yes, fabulous lesson. hitting little shots with just the left hand on the club really is the best first lesson. when we look at the teachings of developmental psychologist: jean piaget, it becomes clear to us all that the first thing to develop in the swing are the "innate striking mechanisms". when we warm up we start with a wedge and build up to a full swing; but, really we should go thru the bag hitting little half shots before we build up to a full swing.
Glad you enjoyed it, and yes - I absolutely agree!
Tom this is a excellent lesson, you mKe the fundamentals look easy. Thanks God Bless
Much appreciated, Ken - I'm glad you enjoyed it!
God Bless,
Tom
By far the best “swing thoughts” out there. Keep it crispy
Thanks! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Yours in Crispiness,
Tom
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Super helpful to junior golfers like me 😊.
I'm very glad to know that this lesson video helped you.
Keep up the great work!!
Tom
Thanks Tom. Simple efficient and effective golf instructions. I was much more accurate and effective when I kept my weight on my forward leg like you said. Do you think at some stage - when I've got the basics - that I will ever place my weight more evenly when I "load up" my back swing...or is that weight forward a permanent feature?
I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you, Brian!
Actually, this body-friendly, powerful, consistent, low-maintenance swing system is rooted in physics, geometry, and human physiology, and it is modeled on empirical observations of the game's most prolific ball strikers. As such it does not discriminate by age or ability - from kids to seniors and everyone in between, inclusive of the best players in the world. Watch any Tour event on TV and you'll see a significant number of players executing these motions, a fact corroborated by just how many of them have a very centered swing with the lead knee flexing and the trail leg straightening during the backswing, their lead arms on or very close to their tilted shoulder planes, and their hands deep behind their trail shoulder at the top.
The need for a weight shift in the golf swing is one of the greatest fallacies ever taught, and it has led many an amateur golfer into the vast abyss of chronic inconsistency and frustration. Can you have some transfer of pressure into the trail side in the takeaway? Yes - as long as you keep your center intact and don't shift off the ball. But you best be back into your lead side by time you get to the transition. In the swing system I teach we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs), gradually add more forward weight load into the transition (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish. There's no "weight shift"; instead, it's just a gradually increasing load onto the lead side. And the result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing.
Here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks for your message!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Many thanks. I'm going to keep it my swing and strike simple and consistent then.
With weight forward (60/40) do you add more weight on the front leg during the back swing or just keep it the same throughout?
In this swing system we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs), gradually add more forward weight load into the transition (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish.
Here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Thanks Tom!
Tom, - great advice and as always building on your simple concept. One question. When i pause your swing video at the top, I see that nice straight-trail leg but I notice your lead/ left knee stays wide of the trail knee--maybe pointing at the ball. At times , My left knee tends to collapse, pointing to the right foot when I'm at the top. Have you ever spoken about lead knee and maintaining some separation there? I am following your guidance and genuinely improving but don't want to get off track. Thanks!
I'm glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you, Bill!
In this system - and no matter which club you are swinging - in the backswing the lead knee always works straight down in the direction established at address - which should be flared slightly 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.
Here are a couple of videos specific to the knee action:
- th-cam.com/video/upINMObEA_k/w-d-xo.html
- th-cam.com/video/1OSKMF8X_zQ/w-d-xo.html
Really though, the level of detail you seek is best found in the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school, and it will make for a far more efficient and enjoyable learning process rather than haphazardly trying to piece things together through these channel videos that jump around randomly from topic to topic. The school is where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find in-depth instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish. Plus, all my short game courses (putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play), advanced level content, 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 seasoned, 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 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
@@SagutoGolf Tom- as usual - a thoughtful - and very helpful response. Thank you. And you are right. I am on board with signing up with you. I am getting into "piecemeal mode' which is dangerous (Based on past experience). BTW In the last 8 rounds I've dropped from 12.8 index to 11.2 by following your advice. Traveling now. Will get on board soon- I owe you---"see" you soon. BTW do you ever come to Naples Fl???
Great tips as always Tom..it WORKS
I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you, Philip; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!!
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
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/
Makes a lot of sense. Time to start making crisp contact. Thanks
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, Steve, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!
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/
Keep it KFCrispy!!
Tom
You are damm right choach Tom. It is as simple as that. Just a golf swing. Nothing else. Thank you so much fore the advice!
My pleasure, Narren - I appreciate your comment and I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you!!
Tom
Always great video's Tom !!! You just keep it Simple !! Question for you, for me when it comes to Wedge-60deg irons (this would be for me 130yds to the flag and in) the visual of lining up the club face to target....I just can't get? Is there a TIP or secret? Thx Kevin
I'm glad you're enjoying my lesson videos, Kevin!!
No special tip or "secret". Get out to the range with parallel alignment sticks representing your foot line and target line, address the ball with your wedge, and figure out what it takes to get it squared up. To further enhance it, you can get one of those magnetic rods that sticks to the clubface. Those make it quite easy to observe how the face is angled at address.
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/
Tom
Tom...this is a really good video and full of great content...do you have a video about getting a Flatter Left hand and avoiding too much Cup in the wrist?
Thanks - I'm glad this lesson resonated with you!
Yes! Here is a recent video on the flat lead wrist: th-cam.com/video/uBCy5JEhQIA/w-d-xo.html
And here's one from my channel's archives on the same topic: th-cam.com/video/aLai9v2F0vM/w-d-xo.html
By the way, since you are liking my channel's content and seem to be interested in furthering your understanding, 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/
Tom
Tom, you make game easy with a few drills and ya know what. Ben Hogan would be darn proud of you. I do his 5 fundamentals of his book. 😂You make it fun. I am 71, had a sway and that sucks. Learning to turn right leg strait shoulder under chin. Chicken dinner Tommy. Yeah! Things are happening in N Dakota 🎉❤ yeah. Thanks . You are a dude.
That's awesome!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words regarding my instruction content and teaching style, and I am thrilled to learn of your progress!!
By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.
Thanks again for your message, and keep it KFCrispy up there in ND!! 💪💪
Tom
I've stopped watching other "Pros" on youtube since I've found you Tom. I cant believe the others arent teaching this stuff.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Nathan, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction.
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/
Thanks again for your message and support!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf awesome thanks Tom. I've been practising your methods and have removed the slice from my game. One problem now is I draw the ball too much on occasion. Any suggestions to fix this? love your videos.
Keeping the toes open - especially with the the lead foot - makes it easier to replicate the swing with the proper weighting and balance. Really seeing that in your video today.
Indeed it does, Darrell - nice observation!!
The flaring of both feet 10-20 degrees facilitates the proper amount of body-friendly, free-flowing hip turn back and through. This is a major power move that also keeps the club traveling on the correct path. If you were to square your feet so that they were perpendicular to the target line, then your hips would be impeded from turning sufficiently in the backswing (which would then inhibit the shoulders from executing a full and effortless turn) and from releasing properly in the downswing to propel the club through the zone.
By the way, here's a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks for your message!
Tom
Hi Tom, Stack nTilt has definitely saved my body and taught me a lot about swing Fundamentals. I have the accuracy and hit the ball around about the optimum distance for each club. Stack n tilt shines when it comes to the fairway woods. That being said and i guess that i am being greedy but i want more distance. On average i hit my standard loft 7 iron 150 - 155 yards. But from time to time I can get it uo to 170 yards So how can you generate more distance with S&T? Is it better compression or faster swing speed or something else?
I'm very glad to learn of your improvement through this powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly S&T swing system. Nice job!!
Typically, once this swing is properly running on autopilot golfers experience significant increases in length. If you are relatively early in the process, then you are likely still ingraining your "feels" and thinking mechanical thoughts (although if you say you are already getting "optimal" yardages, I fail to see where there is much of a residual issue in this regard...😎). All other things being equal, better compression/smash factor and higher clubhead speed will indeed produce more distance. When you develop sufficient confidence in the motion that you are comfortable "giving up control", you'll be able to just trust it and let it fly. At that point you'll have made that giant leap from playing "golf swing" to playing target-focused golf, and by then you should be seeing your yardages increase through the bag.
If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
Thanks again for sharing your progress and keep up the great work!!
Tom
@SagutoGolf thank So much Tom for the long response and explanation. It makes sense in what you have said and I have hit some absolute bombs from out of nowhere. And wouldn't you know I found your Ben hogan power tip video. Keep up the great work.
Tom, this video is SAGUTO gold!
I watched it with my 11 year old son today, who, like me, was given all those golf ideas as a kid, so i WAS giving him the "MAKE IT STOP!!" Golf lessons, as i didn't know how else to teach him.
Till your video.
I am stoked beyond STOKED to tell you that, we had the crispiest, juiciest, most succulent day ever hitting golf balls. And its all thanks to this video.
Even though we are both moreso "pizza over KFC guys", we paid homage to you and your expert "cut the cr*p!" crispy KFC video here by stopping in at KFC on the way home to keep that crispy SAGUTO feeling going as long as we could.
You're golf instruction is the definition of crispy , Tom. Every time my son hit a good one we yelled out "SAGUTO!".
There's few better feelings in life than shrieking "SAGUTO!" ala, Seinfeld 'serenity now' - with the added bonus of no insanity later.
You're the crispiest, Tom.
SAGUTO !!!!!!!💪🏌️🎸🦸🏆🐔
LOL! I love any Seinfeld reference, and as a Sicilian I am perfectly fine with a good pizza, and by "good" I mean there must be some crisp to that crust!! (Beyond that, I'm still awaiting that affiliate deal from The Colonel, so I don't have any skin in that game....😆)
Anyway, I'm thrilled to know that this lesson resonated with you and your son to such an extent; excellent job incorporating it into your swings, and be sure to relay to him that I'm very impressed with his progress!!
Thanks so much for sharing in validating this lesson with the dramatic improvement you both experienced, keep up the great work, and of course - KEEP IT CRISPY!! 💪💪
SAGUTO!
Tom, I really enjoy your videos and teaching style. Weight forward has helped me improve but I still occasionally hit behind the ball,i.e., ground/ball vs ball/ground. Are you focusing on the back of the swiing as swing into impact. Thanks
Hi Joe,
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
I believe you meant to ask if I am focusing on the back of the ball? I personally just look at the top of the ball as I find that helps me to keep my head in place throughout the motion - a very important swing key for consistency. That's me. Some have success focusing on a particular quadrant of the ball or even a specific dimple. Still others do well with concentrating on a spot in front of the ball. You have to figure out what works best for you and your tendencies.
As for hitting the ground first, consider the following possibilities: 1) Ball position is too far forward, 2) Hands are too far back at address (they should be in line with the inside of your lead thigh), 3) The swing center and low point are drifting backwards at some point during the motion (face-on video will help you determine this), 4) The downswing is steep and/or the path is out-to-in, 5) Early extension of the trail arm during the downswing (also known as "casting"), 6) Flipping/scooping through the zone, 7) Loss of relationship with the ball (shoulder angle flattening, loss of tilt). Though not an exhaustive list, those are the primary causes of fats, thins, and tops. By the way, always begin with the setup - in this case the first two possibilities - prior to diving into a swing intervention.
While there are certainly videos on my channel that address this topic, a better option for you would be 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
Thanks,
Tom
These are great tips. What club are you using in the video? I’m not sure if it’s just the way it looks on video, but it looks like the ball is forward in your stance.
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, Michael, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!
I was using a 7 iron in this video. With regard to ball position, we first need to be aware that camera angles can greatly skew the viewer's perspective. That aside, while this system affords you some leeway, in general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape.
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/
Tom
Thanks for the help. I went from low 50 to low 40’s
That's awesome!! 💪💪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you.
Thanks so much for sharing your tremendous improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: 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/
Like the slow back swing. Really trying not to jerk it back. Then everything else gets out of line. Thanks!
You got it, Gary!
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!
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/
Keep it KFCrispy out there!
Tom
hi Tom. do you have a video that talks about the release? meaning when to start turning the hands, arms and wrist during the downswing.
With regard to the erroneous notion that we need to manufacture some type of a rolling or flipping "release", given the inability of most folks to spend sufficient time at the range to lock in the required exactness of this action this misguided thought has led countless golfers astray. It's not something that most pros are trying to actively manufacture during the split second that the clubhead is traveling a distance of approximately 6' from parallel to parallel at speeds in excess of 100 mph. The forearms will naturally "trade places" from pre- to post-impact, but this should not be construed as a contrived move (although many a casual observer has gone down that rabbit hole). There really ought not be any active manipulation of the hands through the zone and attempts to precisely time any such rolling or flipping - which does nothing for swing speed - have relegated many an amateur to the vast abyss of inconsistency and frustration. Here are a couple of my channel episodes that may help to clarify:
- th-cam.com/video/Fe2kQ44azJ4/w-d-xo.html
- th-cam.com/video/SunCR5uJ_ao/w-d-xo.html
- th-cam.com/video/zw7Rzstq4gY/w-d-xo.html
Here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks,
Tom
Another great video Tom! Thanks to your tips I’m hitting crispy draws with all clubs! I’ve only been playing golf since April and was a natural slice it off the planet guy! Every time I hit a draw now on demand I’m left with a huge smile on my face! And in my head I here you saying “that’s some crispy KFC” thanks for all you’re doing!
KFCrispy draws through your bag and you've only been playing since April??? That's fabulous, Nick!!! 💪💪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you. Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic ball striking progress and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
It really comes down to your teaching! I found your videos right before I picked up some clubs and I run away from any “swing advice” that others try to give me 😂
ALWAYS great advice, as always thanks👍🏻
Thanks Gerry!!! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!!
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/
Tom
Love your videos.. What iron do you use to demonstrate your solid ball striking lessons?
Thanks - I'm very glad to know that my lesson content is resonating with you!!
While I may change it up from time to time, more often than not I'm hitting a 7 iron.
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/
I get keeping the arms straight is important, what about if your 70 and have movement problems as well as joint problems? I try to keep my back swing short (ie Rahm), so I can hit the ball straight. Maybe you have some drills that will help, there's a lot of senior golfers out there that have heaps of body problems :)
This is a very body-friendly motion as supported by the fact that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.
Thanks,
Tom
Hi Tom, a question about the contact point on the ground. I’ve seen other TH-cam instructors say the contact point is where your sternum is. Your contact point always seems to be below your lead arm pit? Where would you say it is? So I know where to put the ball in my stance. Thank you for your help
The low point in our swing circle - the radius of which is our straight lead arm - is even with the lead armpit/shoulder.
While this system affords you some leeway, in general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape.
I hope that helps!
Tom
PS: With regard to watching different videos from different sources, please be careful in navigating the muddied, overly-complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. It's best to commit to a system - whether it be this body-friendly, powerful, consistent, low-maintenance method or another - put your blinders on, and stick to it. And if it is the system I teach, then please strongly consider enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level. That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
@@SagutoGolf thanks Saguto appreciate it. I’m going to stick with your system and stop watching others. Just starting the ‘push away the arms’ on the backswing to try and keep a straight lead arm. I’m feeling very tight and awkward as you say we probably will in the video. My trail arm also feels straight which I know it shouldn’t be. Thanks again, appreciate all your help
Gracias por estas lecciones claras cortas y corectas
My pleasure! I am very glad to know that my lessons are resonating with you!!
Tom
Great video as always. Where is the weight of your left foot at impact? Heel? Middle, etc.?
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Frank!
With regard to your question, I've really not given much thought to that since the swing is on full autopilot as I'm coming through the zone and heel-to-toe weight distribution is not anything I wish to micromanage. However, in just doing a quick swing rehearsal it feels like it would be centered and not favoring the heel or toe.
Have you checked out my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” yet? Here's a link in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of this swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
Tom. Great video. I don’t know if you realise this but the first move in your downswing is that you move your left hip out of the way. Do you do this deliberately or is it instinctive?
Thanks!
I'm glad you enjoyed it, David!
The lateral targetward action of the hips acts as a governor to prevent a premature over-rotation and thereby enables the player to keep his upper torso square without having to fight his body. Most amateur golfers already have plenty of the rotational component; they need to build in the lateral hip slide to suppress the early-onset spinout that causes so many to get steep and across the line.
Here are a couple of lessons on this topic:
- th-cam.com/video/dB4ItR3guGU/w-d-xo.html
- th-cam.com/video/I5XYgKopTb4/w-d-xo.html
And here's a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
Can't see it enough Tom. Great re-enforcement. Be good.-Russ
My pleasure, Russ - I'm glad you enjoyed this latest episode!!
Tom
Tom, I am hitting the ball good with your method however, i am still having issues taking a divot. Any ideas?
I'm glad to learn of your improvement, Will!
With regard to taking a divot, while I've got a number of channel lessons that can assist with that, I think your best starting point is my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” where you can learn and implement some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ That should put you on a good path towards getting those nice crispy divots.
Tom
Took basically a 10 year hiatus due to family commitments. I ignore any other social media teachers Tom has a gift. He quickly has me compressing the ball again.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction.
Welcome back to this greatest of games. Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement and keep up the fantastic work!!
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/
@@SagutoGolf I plan on joining soon, I owe you that and very much appreciate the response.
Great stuff! Thank you!
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: 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/
Tom - is the weight forward a stack & tilt method?
It is most certainly a component of Stack and Tilt, Michael.
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, where 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
Here is a link to 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 S&T swing I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
Saguto, does the golden elbow trick apply to every club in the bag?
Yes, Noah! 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 practice range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: th-cam.com/video/o0xscMyN3v8/w-d-xo.html Beyond that, if you search the word "drive" on this channel you'll see some related content.
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
I started teaching my son to play golf at four years old. I just gave them a golf club at the park and I told him to hit it towards me. He just learn naturally. The only thing I really worked with him is how to hold the club other than that nothing.. play the US kids at Jekyll Island Georgia the same year as Lexi Thompson
Nice job keeping it simple and fun for him, Frank!!
Good job as usual Tom.
Thanks Rick - I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Tom
Who\what did you learn this from? Please do the same with the driver!
Here is the story of my "conversion" to this swing system: th-cam.com/video/PM8lNNrMPEk/w-d-xo.html
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 practice range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: th-cam.com/video/o0xscMyN3v8/w-d-xo.html Beyond that, if you search the word "drive" on this channel you'll see some related content.
And here's a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Hey, thanks so much for the reply and info! Much appreciated!
Love the PXG clubs lately!
Yes - I'm thoroughly enjoying my new PXG Gen 6's!!
Master saguto no nonsense instructor.
No nonsense, indeed. Just truth with a bit of fun mixed in..... 😎
Thanks!
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/
I’m an old swede and got hooked on golf some years ago. Really like Toms videos presented in a nice way. But I’ve realized that I’m 100% untalented as a golfer, too old and way too stiff. 😄
Can’t do the same moves twice,hardly once…😁
Always leaves the course frustrated and disappointed.
On the range it works pretty well but directly when I tee up my body does exactly same mistakes which never work.
I’ll find another hobby,building modelships or some…
No, Michael!!! Don't give up this greatest of games!!!
This is a very body-friendly motion as supported by the fact that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, 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/
You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.
Tom
Hey Saguto, are you planning on making another course vlog, really love those
I'm glad to know that you enjoyed them!
Maybe..... 😎 In actuality, while I do enjoy them the course vlogs are rather difficult for me to justify from a cost-benefit perspective. They take considerable time to record and produce, and they just don't garner anywhere near the viewership and interest in comparison to the lesson videos; I must keep the desires of my general audience in mind in this regard.
So, perhaps I’ll do another at some point, but my primary focuses are supporting my online school and its members while creating quality instruction content for this channel's subs and visitors.
Thanks!
Tom
U have helped me alot
Awesome!! I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you.
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
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/
Your shoulder turn looks so good. My left shoulder seems to push my head back and my shoulders seem to level out and not have the same downward angle as you. Any suggestions?
I also have that problem, so what I do is keep my chin up. This allows the shoulders to rotate without pushing my head back. Keeping the chin up allows you to rotate and keep your head steady. If you don't, then you have to somehow get your head back to where it was when you started. Sometimes you get lucky, but most of the time you don't. So, raise your chin and look down at the ball over your cheeks instead of having your face pointing at the ball.
Hi Joseph,
It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. For example, weight forward 55/45 (up to 60/40 with the longer clubs), both feet flared out approximately 20 degrees, and the knees similarly angled outward are prescribed setup features of the swing system I teach. This orientation provides for an unrestricted 45 degrees of tilted hip turn, at which point we only need to add another 45 degrees of shoulder turn for a full 90 degrees. The result is a centered, stress-free motion back and through, and a very body-friendly, consistent, powerful swing.
Here is a link to 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: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
@@SagutoGolf thanks Tom, I’ll check it out.
There’s always a classic rock song that applies to golf, I find myself singing little snippets that apply to certain situations everyday 😂