I'm 72 and this coordinated non handsy motion has increased my drive carry from 220 to 235 yards. Less effort, more power. A major obstacle to improving my swing at my age has been to realize that I AM a Senior and my body has changed. Accepting reality, seek advice, and embrace change. Thanks for the lesson. Richard C. Mill Valley, CA
Thanks for this video. I am struggling with follow through. The arm rotation shown in this video ....I tried ... it just helped my arms move freely and better easy rotation. Pls suggest a video for easy rotation and follow through. I am 20 handicap ..age 47 years .Thanks
I am a 10 hdcp., 70 yr old male and have been struggling with making a turn and getting the club inside. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn't swing the club like I did when I was 50. I've incorporated this into my swing and it has helped tremendously. I have room now to clear my right side. Thank you Danny!
Hey Danny first of all thanks for the video. I truly appreciate your willingness to help with different thoughts and ways to help seniors. I know in the senior golf leagues I play in most of the guys are 65-75. One of the biggest issues is arthritis that has resulted from age, injury or health (RA). Your breathing out on the downswing was very good as a method of losing the tension built up trying to "smash" the ball. Your step drill showed me that I was not using all of my flexibility (relative term) that I still have available. Please keep up the great work and little by little things have improved. As always "Don't let the old man in"... Thank You
Just going on 50 in october, so I’m not yet a really senior ‘senior’ golfer, but since I have back problems I tried the tips in this video out yesterday on the driving range and 9 holes on a par 3 golf course. This worked great for me (even with the irons). I also hit the balls about 10-15 yards further then I normally do. I went round in 27 strokes (that is about 5 strokes less as to what I normally play), so for the first time ever I made par (on scratch). My handicap has gone from 17.8 to 16.6 now. Thank you for this video; it helped me a lot!!!
I watched this video twice on Friday. We already had a tee time on Saturday, with no time for the driving range beforehand. At the age of 70, I have never driven the ball further and more consistently in any round. I hope this is my new normal. Now, I need to find tips that work for my short game.
See Brian Sparks, the easiest swing, he uses this method right through the bag .Been using this method for 4 years and still maintain a single figure handicap
Great Video Danny, even though i am in my early 60s, i do have a fair amount of flexibility due to my work. But this is a great video for those who dont and it is, as always, simple and easy with no over-the-top complications thrown in. Keep up the great work, love the vids.
Tye Eggleston thank you Tye, it’s certainly not a video for everyone but I really hope it helps those golfers that struggle with flexibility or injuries
Your video focuses on the driver. Would you recommend the same setup for other long irons and hybrids? Thanks for the video. It should help this 73 year old body. Sorry Danny, I didn't see the reply to the previous comment before posting mine. My question has been answered. Going to the range later today to give it a try.
Just found this site and it is so spot on to my results and I am halfway through moving the foot position as you suggest and will now add on the post striking the ball suggestions as well. Great site and community Regards Harry
I’ve back issues which ended my competitive game. Years passed and I find I’m swinging with my arms which worsened the pain . Your drill is the answer to swinging without pain once again. Wonder why the big-bucks pros never told me this?🤔. Thanks again, Danny❤️
Thanks for your easy to understand videos. I look forward to a new one each week. I've tried to utilize your tips for senior golfers. Not only has my score improved, but the aches and pains after a round of golf have lessened also. Thanks again....keep them coming!
Really good video Danny. Nice presentation and info. Refreshing seeing a video that actually advises against every golfer trying to swing like Rory and the big boys......no way in heck the average golfer, let alone seniors, are capable of that. Simple, easy, and for the love of Pete don’t hurt yourself. Cheers sir!
Your lessons regarding seniors (and your dad) are changing my game. I like your honesty too. You don't edit out even when you make a bad shot. The crispy sound of your club contacting the ball is awesome. Keep it coming. Thank you
Great video Danny. I did not realize how much flexibility I had lost.. Trying to swing "correctly" just did not work. This method spoke to my 77 year old body, and like all good things it is very simple and understandable. After a few starts, I started to believe in the method and it works better all the time. It is obvious why you are popular. Cheers.
Great tip for those of us with knee, hip, shoulder and elbow issues. Getting old sucks when the mind is willing, but the body won't cooperate. Taking this to the range today.
@@DanielMaude Amazing difference. Hitting 3W driver distance straight as an arrow and hitting solid mid-long irons as well. Eliminated the weak fade and can even hit a tight draw when needed. Took some getting used to at address, but one of the best tips I've ever gotten.
You are so right about the head rotation or lack thereof. Started working on head, neck, shoulder movement and I can feel the work I need to do. Thanks for the tips Danny.
Danny First time I’ve ever seen a pro give this advice for older golfers. I’ve had pga pro lessons where the positions expected are unrealistic for me. Well done.
I’ve been put out of golf for a total of almost two years because of young pros causing me various joint injuries while trying to turn me into Luke Donald type swing. I was over 65 then, trying to replicate a Luke Donald type swing for God’s sake. Any other profession would call that malpractice.
Great video, Danny! I'm 71 and in good shape, but I have back issues. I've been in denial about the need to adjust my swing, but this video has shown me that I can make those adjustments without looking foolish. Thank you very much!
Thank you, thank you, thank you. I’m 76 and saw your video two days ago. Didn’t have the chance to practice your swing tips at a driving range. Nevertheless, I golfed today and tried your suggestions. I would estimate that my drives were 20 yards further and much straighter. I hit all my other clubs better also.
Can these tips be used with fairway woods? I have no vision in left eye(right handed golfer), therefore have to limit my turn. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks from a new subscriber.
I use this technique not only for the driver but my iron use as well. The only add I have here is that you need to move the ball back slightly in the stance so that you are compressing the ball at impact instead of reaching out for it. Big difference in distance for every club in the bag.
70 years old and used this method yesterday. A substantial improvement in distance and consistency throughout my round. Plus less fatigue. Simply a great new way to hit a golf ball for someone with limit swing range.
That Great video!! Beginning golfer at 53. Left knee has been replaced. This took so much torque off my left knee. My knee hurt every swing with my feet even due to the torque of rotating my hips.
Again Danny, many helpful tips, insights, and drills. My issue with my long irons is...low and pulling left, like I'm smothering the shot. Any suggestions??
deirdre zlomanchuk where is your ball position? Set up regularly, then move back a ball in your stance. One ball per swing at a time until you see a difference. The debate of path vs face in relation to flight/curve far out lives me. With that being said if you are using a similar swing demonstrated above, your pull is probably orchestrated from club face(IPO.) Hope this helps
deirdre zlomanchuk absolutely, it sounds like the club is attaching the ball too much from out to in. The very first thing I would do it experiment with the club face. See if you can keep it open through impact and see what happens. It’s about creative practice and learning to feel which way the club face is pointing at impact
@@BussKITT Thinking about it...it may be too far forward. Your suggestion of moving it back a little each time, gives me hope! As you and Danny said as well...club face at impact is probably the culprit! Thanks.
This was great, tried on the course, ball came out much lower and I gain at least 20 yards on my partners which is a first for me. Love what you do. Thanks
Why you name this video swing for seniors?Fallowing this road you will go to swing with bio mechanical closed chain. Absolutely injury free mach more powerful and accurate swing as the so called modern golf swing..
Danny, I'm 71 and had a disc removed about 35 years ago so I have flexibility problems and have lost a lot of distance over the past 12 years. I saw this video over the weekend and tried out the tips on the range yesterday with very VERY good results. Today I had a lesson with my pro who has a Trackman and my clubhead speed with my driver has increased from 81mph to 86mph solely as a result of using the tips in this video. Excellent. Thanks SO much
Hi Danny its Me paul of Tingley just to say America golf holes out takes the flag out and are worse than us for covid19 and yet we have no touching of flag sponge in the holes its making me think that pay and play is the way next year not membership after all we members have long grass to contend with and as a pensioner no recompence in our membership either if we do not play we will have lost now 6 months of membership if we play its costing us around eight balls with unlucky bounces. what do you think
Always a tricky one and I think it depends on your financial situation. I believe times are tough for golf courses and personally I would continue to support my club through this time to make sure it's still around when this is all over. At the same time I also appreciate that not everyone can afford to do this.
Really excellent video Danny for improving my driver swing. It helped me hit the driver better and also enabled me to hit a really nice right to left shot that was straight at my target line.
Another great teaching video! I’m a senior but without serious flexibility issues. But still not as flexible as my younger days. But I think this will be a big help. And you made a reply about alignment still being square even with change in foot position. That hits home with me that always make sure the shoulders are squarely aligned no matter foot position. Great tip.
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Jack Nicklaus turned his head to the right before initiating his swing. It was a key move to keep his head steady and behind the ball. He got some pretty good results from that. I like the way you've also made that addition to this really fine tip for seniors. It really works for me.
Jack Nicklaus turned his head to the right partly because he was left eye dominant. It helps with putting too. He bent over looked down the line with his left eye.
Hey Danny! Thanks so much for the senior swing tip. I'm 74 with 2 replacement knees & a bad shoulder. My ambition this year was to break 90 in spite of my 24 handicap. I used your senior stance & have shot an 88 & an 89 & have re-upped my ambition for this year to breaking 85. Straighter & much longer - I now am reaching par 4's in 2 instead of 3 & my buddies are commenting on my improvement. Thank you
This is a great video / suggestion in general. You are not "old" until you pull a back muscle trying to drive the ball like you were 40. So I will use this technique for longevity in playing golf longer. And honestly it's very simple which lowers the ball driving frustration.
Watched the video and then tried it out in the garden, standing in front of the washing line. First square on swing didn't get back too far before coming under pressure. Tried the Danny stand and nearly emptied the washing line. Amazing how much further the back swing goes. Now to try the release on the range! So far brilliant!
Might be worth a try but isnt this contradicting the idea that a weakening of the right side get you out of position for the down swing (your moving feet video)??
There is certainly a compromise here as it will be more difficult to clear the lead side through impact. However for many senior golfers it is far better to be able to increase mobility in the trail side so they can build up energy by making a bigger turn. This extra power can be applied to the back of the ball. A limited turn coming through means the hands and arms are more dominant thus leading to more of a draw shape . Having good rotation on the way through without any stored power in the backswing just doesn’t really work
i am wondering if this modification will be easier on your body, also i think a previous post stated that you can use this swing for your irons and fairwoods, thanks
Absolutely although remember the swings are quite different. You need to hit up on the driver and down on the irons so see if you can adjust your stance to cater for that
thanks for the comment James, it works really well for irons too, just need to play around with the ball position. Tends to work best with it closer to middle of stance
Thus method is great for irons! Lije Danny says, play the ball more in the centre if the stance to start, then adjust podition to suit your particular swing. Also, watch Danny's catapult point of contact lesson. It's brilliant!
I have done exactly this to both straighten my shots instead of slicing, and I gained about 15 to 30 yards distance. This is brilliant, Danny!! Totally works and it added a lot of distance for me!! Great Vlog, pal!! Well done!!
I am 79 years of age, still on single figures, I have some flexibility. This video is very helpful and the concept easy to understand. One thing that helped me was I watched an old video by the legendary long driver exponent, Mike Austin. He advocated turning the navel 8 inches on the backswing and sixteen inches on on the downswing. I introduced this thought to my swing and it immediately helped my accuracy and an increase in distance.
Great tip! It has really improved my driving - straighter and longer. I also use it for longer irons. I would recommend it for anyone who has trouble with slices, not just seniors.
Hi Danny I was really happy with this set up and my practice went extremely well with great consistency .Very excited with the result and how it will improve my game 💚 it Cel
Around 80% but I’m working on building this up as I’ve come to realise that I can’t hit it super long at this pace. I carry it 290 but would need to increase that speed significantly to gain 10 yards
Hi Danny, Have been playing golf for 70 years now. Grew up as a young lad watching Moe Norman play. This video is fantastic. One slight modification I am using is to address the ball about 4 inches behind the tee. Much like Moe Norman did. I find the swoosh feel as I swing through. Keep encouraging us senior golfers. A short golf poem my father taught me If every lie was teed up high And every shot a straight one. Then every game would be the same No round a really great one Golf goes you see to life’s own ditty Without the rough There’d be no pretty Best Gordon Cressy
Hi Danny, enjoyed the video and looking to to try, one question on my back swing i tend to lift when hitting the ball and not at practice, so frustrating any views i can look at, thanks ken
Danny, I had heart surgery in April and had lost distance and accuracy since the surgery. After watching this video and doing what you said at the driving range it only took hitting two balls to hit it straight and got my distance back. Thanks for the tips!
Hogan with a twist; like it!! I think people, looking at the comments, believe you are forcing the face to floor rather than it being a natural movement? If they do that they will just duck hook it!!
This is an excellent video in two ways. The tips for a 58 year old past his prime make complete sense. It's also excellent from a learning point of view. Throughout the video, Danny continually reinforces each of the key learning points so that they are drummed home. This is the only video I will now watch for my long game. Great job, Danny!
Nice and simple lesson. I’m 64 and still hit it pretty decent off the tee. What you just showed us is great. I’ve used this type of swing and it isn’t rocket science, and it works. Good on ya’. You chipping video was very informative as well, and most of us need to spend more time from 50 yards and in, to improve our scores.
Sir, This video was made for me. I watched it the day and with practice; my swing is much better. But, the most important part; my knees and body is not killing me. Thank you so much!
I've tried this with great results. Can I use this same method with hybrids and irons, and what adjustments should we make. Thanks again for a great tutorial!
I luv instructors that hit it into the trees!...It makes us, all, feel a lot better about ourselves. lollll Nevertheless, I play with many excellent 70 & 80 somethings and I couldn't understand why so many would align, closed, and back foot flared. Thanks, Danny, for explaining why they do this...and, also why I'm giving it a try, too!
What a transformation Danny I cannot thank you enough. Literally watched this utube video last night and took it straight onto the course for a practice round today. It's added 30yds to my drives and given me a draw which I can work on. One quick question how would I use this method to fade the ball and is it just a case of opening the club face?
Very nice Danny. I am now a month into finally swinging the driver 175 yds straight as an arrow in the air thru much much practice time. Occasionally at the net 200 yds. I would like to add for me anyway. Right foot slightly back, Golf ball slightly back. Will bring ball forward as my swing improves more. Then Shaft nice and 90 deg pointing off center of me, grip proper (key as well), Look at target (key, a lot of guys forget this at the range), turn right shoulder in, drop left shoulder, then and then only bend right knee in, keep back weight on right knee tension. Slow proper 3 point takeaway, right elbow in and on downswing keeping in mind the travel is shorter to get sweet spot on club. Now even my mentor says now I am ready for an actual game. And he is a stickler o my he is! Anyhow, unreal how much goes into things with the driver. Also keeping my grip and elbow in prevents going over the top and increases my down stroke length of where club head lands. I thought I was crazy at one point, but I actually can hit the damn driver now after @ 4 months of cursing........lol. Much love to you Danny!
Hi Danny, tried your turning method for Seniors today and saw a vast difference in distance and accuracy. You’ve made a 76 year old very happy, thanks.
I am 69 year old male and play to an 8 handicap. I have been struggling with my driver and routinely getting only 210 yards carry and total yardage of 225. I was also spraying it left and right. Your video and the techniques you included was a magic cure. I am now hitting my driver straight with a routine carry of 235 and total yardage of 250. Thank you! Love your videos!
Wow! I tried 😸 it today. First time this season I hit a 45 on nine holes. This is awesome 💖 and my back did not complain 🤣 after a long time. YOU ARE A MAGICIAN! FROM a 67 year old senior.
All I can say, Danny, is ... WOW! And that bears repeating ... WOW, WOW, WOW, WOW, WOW! I'm set to turn 69 this weekend and I just had the best practice session of the year using this technique. I found that the tendency to overswing was greatly reduced and my swing tempo was much smoother, resulting in much more solid contact. The finish you're recommending also reduced the over-the-top tendency and my pulling the ball. Thanx for your awesome instruction ... now, what can you recommend I do about my 34-40 putts per round?
I can't thank you enough. I am not a 'senior' but have always had poor flexibility and I just came back from the range. I have never been able to use my driver and today i have been hitting it 230-260 yards straight!!! It's practically a miracle lol.
Danny I really love your method of teaching and find that it reches me better than most others. My question relates to the completion of the swing. At 85 I find I am losing distance and I think I know why, but maybe you can answer my one question about my swing. I make a very good wide turn back and swing down with the body and get a full release driving the ball straight down the fairway but only 150 t0 170 yards. What I have noticed in the completion of my swing is that the club does not finish with my hands over my left shoulder but with my hands pointing down the line. Any suggestion for how I can make a more complete swing?
David Zoller do you know what David I wouldn’t try to finish...instead I would learn to hit the golf ball harder and momentum will naturally take you through. To feel this take the club in your right hand, hold it softly and swing the golf club. Keep doing this until you feel the weight of the club flowing through. Now increase the speed. It will feel out of control. Add the left hand and give it s rip
I wish my husband was still here so you could tell him I am allowed to move my head!!!!
I'm 72 and this coordinated non handsy motion has increased my drive carry from 220 to 235 yards. Less effort, more power. A major obstacle to improving my swing at my age has been to realize that I AM a Senior and my body has changed. Accepting reality, seek advice, and embrace change. Thanks for the lesson. Richard C. Mill Valley, CA
Wonderful to hear Richard, thanks for taking the time to feedback
Thanks for this video. I am struggling with follow through. The arm rotation shown in this video ....I tried ... it just helped my arms move freely and better easy rotation. Pls suggest a video for easy rotation and follow through. I am 20 handicap ..age 47 years .Thanks
I am a 10 hdcp., 70 yr old male and have been struggling with making a turn and getting the club inside. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn't swing the club like I did when I was 50. I've incorporated this into my swing and it has helped tremendously. I have room now to clear my right side. Thank you Danny!
A similar video using irons would be valuable.Position of the ball & feet would be very important.Thank you from a 76 year old golfer.
Hey Danny first of all thanks for the video. I truly appreciate your willingness to help with different thoughts and ways to help seniors. I know in the senior golf leagues I play in most of the guys are 65-75. One of the biggest issues is arthritis that has resulted from age, injury or health (RA). Your breathing out on the downswing was very good as a method of losing the tension built up trying to "smash" the ball. Your step drill showed me that I was not using all of my flexibility (relative term) that I still have available. Please keep up the great work and little by little things have improved. As always "Don't let the old man in"... Thank You
never let the old man in, thanks for sharing
Just going on 50 in october, so I’m not yet a really senior ‘senior’ golfer, but since I have back problems I tried the tips in this video out yesterday on the driving range and 9 holes on a par 3 golf course.
This worked great for me (even with the irons). I also hit the balls about 10-15 yards further then I normally do. I went round in 27 strokes (that is about 5 strokes less as to what I normally play), so for the first time ever I made par (on scratch). My handicap has gone from 17.8 to 16.6 now.
Thank you for this video; it helped me a lot!!!
I watched this video twice on Friday. We already had a tee time on Saturday, with no time for the driving range beforehand. At the age of 70, I have never driven the ball further and more consistently in any round. I hope this is my new normal. Now, I need to find tips that work for my short game.
See Brian Sparks, the easiest swing, he uses this method right through the bag .Been using this method for 4 years and still maintain a single figure handicap
Great Video Danny, even though i am in my early 60s, i do have a fair amount of flexibility due to my work. But this is a great video for those who dont and it is, as always, simple and easy with no over-the-top complications thrown in. Keep up the great work, love the vids.
Tye Eggleston thank you Tye, it’s certainly not a video for everyone but I really hope it helps those golfers that struggle with flexibility or injuries
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Your video focuses on the driver. Would you recommend the same setup for other long irons and hybrids? Thanks for the video. It should help this 73 year old body. Sorry Danny, I didn't see the reply to the previous comment before posting mine. My question has been answered. Going to the range later today to give it a try.
Joe Brown perfect, look forward to hearing how you get on
Just found this site and it is so spot on to my results and I am halfway through moving the foot position as you suggest and will now add on the post striking the ball suggestions as well.
Great site and community
Regards
Harry
Harry Ward welcome Harry, thanks for taking the time to feedback
I’ve back issues which ended my competitive game. Years passed and I find I’m swinging with my arms which worsened the pain . Your drill is the answer to swinging without pain once again. Wonder why the big-bucks pros never told me this?🤔. Thanks again, Danny❤️
You are very welcome Lee
Great advice Danny! What is the set up and ball position for hitting irons, hybrids, or fairway woods using this kind of swing for seniors?
Thanks for your easy to understand videos. I look forward to a new one each week. I've tried to utilize your tips for senior golfers. Not only has my score improved, but the aches and pains after a round of golf have lessened also. Thanks again....keep them coming!
Frank Gatto wonderful to hear Frank, if I can keep people playing no matter their age then this channel is well worth it
Really good video Danny. Nice presentation and info. Refreshing seeing a video that actually advises against every golfer trying to swing like Rory and the big boys......no way in heck the average golfer, let alone seniors, are capable of that. Simple, easy, and for the love of Pete don’t hurt yourself. Cheers sir!
Your lessons regarding seniors (and your dad) are changing my game. I like your honesty too. You don't edit out even when you make a bad shot. The crispy sound of your club contacting the ball is awesome. Keep it coming. Thank you
Tribal Warlord thanks for the feedback, that shot I hit was pretty funny 🙈
Great video Danny. I did not realize how much flexibility I had lost.. Trying to swing "correctly" just did not work. This method spoke to my 77 year old body, and like all good things it is very simple and understandable. After a few starts, I started to believe in the method and it works better all the time. It is obvious why you are popular. Cheers.
Thanks for the support John, hope it helps
Great tip for those of us with knee, hip, shoulder and elbow issues. Getting old sucks when the mind is willing, but the body won't cooperate. Taking this to the range today.
Bob Kuralowicz really hope it helps Bob, if you have any questions when you’ve tried it at the driving range let me know
@@DanielMaude Amazing difference. Hitting 3W driver distance straight as an arrow and hitting solid mid-long irons as well. Eliminated the weak fade and can even hit a tight draw when needed. Took some getting used to at address, but one of the best tips I've ever gotten.
You are so right about the head rotation or lack thereof. Started working on head, neck, shoulder movement and I can feel the work I need to do. Thanks for the tips Danny.
A great tip for we oldies Danny! Thank you.
Richard Webster my pleasure Richard
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First time I’ve ever seen a pro give this advice for older golfers. I’ve had pga pro lessons where the positions expected are unrealistic for me. Well done.
Neale walker thank you Neale, I think the guys on tour are so far removed from the club golfer these days.
I’ve been put out of golf for a total of almost two years because of young pros causing me various joint injuries while trying to turn me into Luke Donald type swing. I was over 65 then, trying to replicate a Luke Donald type swing for God’s sake. Any other profession would call that malpractice.
Great video, Danny! I'm 71 and in good shape, but I have back issues. I've been in denial about the need to adjust my swing, but this video has shown me that I can make those adjustments without looking foolish. Thank you very much!
my pleasure Bob
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After a couple of rounds of trying this I have added 40 yards to my drive. Still hoping to gain even more. Excellent upload.
Amazing! Well done
Do you square up your shoulders with your hips or do you have open shoulders ??
Thank you, thank you, thank you. I’m 76 and saw your video two days ago. Didn’t have the chance to practice your swing tips at a driving range. Nevertheless, I golfed today and tried your suggestions. I would estimate that my drives were 20 yards further and much straighter. I hit all my other clubs better also.
Donald Varn amazing, well done Donald...thanks for taking the time to comment
Can these tips be used with fairway woods? I have no vision in left eye(right handed golfer), therefore have to limit my turn. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks from a new subscriber.
Off the tee yes, off the ground you may need to move the ball a little further back in your stance to help you catch the ball then the ground
I use this technique not only for the driver but my iron use as well. The only add I have here is that you need to move the ball back slightly in the stance so that you are compressing the ball at impact instead of reaching out for it. Big difference in distance for every club in the bag.
Steve Baker great bit of advice Steve, thanks for sharing
Richard Webster are you from Burma?
70 years old and used this method yesterday. A substantial improvement in distance and consistency throughout my round. Plus less fatigue. Simply a great new way to hit a golf ball for someone with limit swing range.
Thats amazing to hear, thank you
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Great video!! Beginning golfer at 53. Left knee has been replaced. This took so much torque off my left knee. My knee hurt every swing with my feet even due to the torque of rotating my hips.
Amazing Scott, really happy to help
Again Danny, many helpful tips, insights, and drills. My issue with my long irons is...low and pulling left, like I'm smothering the shot. Any suggestions??
deirdre zlomanchuk where is your ball position? Set up regularly, then move back a ball in your stance. One ball per swing at a time until you see a difference.
The debate of path vs face in relation to flight/curve far out lives me. With that being said if you are using a similar swing demonstrated above, your pull is probably orchestrated from club face(IPO.) Hope this helps
deirdre zlomanchuk absolutely, it sounds like the club is attaching the ball too much from out to in. The very first thing I would do it experiment with the club face. See if you can keep it open through impact and see what happens.
It’s about creative practice and learning to feel which way the club face is pointing at impact
@@BussKITT Thinking about it...it may be too far forward. Your suggestion of moving it back a little each time, gives me hope! As you and Danny said as well...club face at impact is probably the culprit! Thanks.
Good video as always Danny. What about iron swing for Senior Golfers? The same technique apply?
Very similar
This was great, tried on the course, ball came out much lower and I gain at least 20 yards on my partners which is a first for me. Love what you do. Thanks
Michael Trotter well done Michael, thanks for letting me know
Thanks Danny, I’m 66 bad knee, I’ll be using this tomorrow !
Have fun Michael
Would you recommend the same setup for approach shots? Thanks for all the coaching. Paul
Paul Boyd I would certainly suggest giving it a go and seeing what you think
Why you name this video swing for seniors?Fallowing this road you will go to swing with bio mechanical closed chain. Absolutely injury free mach more powerful and accurate swing as the so called modern golf swing..
Yes, it works really well for any golfer Guntars, thanks for sharing
Danny, I'm 71 and had a disc removed about 35 years ago so I have flexibility problems and have lost a lot of distance over the past 12 years. I saw this video over the weekend and tried out the tips on the range yesterday with very VERY good results. Today I had a lesson with my pro who has a Trackman and my clubhead speed with my driver has increased from 81mph to 86mph solely as a result of using the tips in this video. Excellent. Thanks SO much
Hi Danny its Me paul of Tingley just to say America golf holes out takes the flag out and are worse than us for covid19 and yet we have no touching of flag sponge in the holes its making me think that pay and play is the way next year not membership after all we members have long grass to contend with and as a pensioner no recompence in our membership either if we do not play we will have lost now 6 months of membership if we play its costing us around eight balls with unlucky bounces. what do you think
Always a tricky one and I think it depends on your financial situation. I believe times are tough for golf courses and personally I would continue to support my club through this time to make sure it's still around when this is all over. At the same time I also appreciate that not everyone can afford to do this.
Danny - many thanks! Good info for us older or less flexible.
Ben Geist Thanks Ben, I know it can be a struggle sometimes...I hope these tips help
Really excellent video Danny for improving my driver swing. It helped me hit the driver better and also enabled me to hit a really nice right to left shot that was straight at my target line.
That’s awesome to hear Mabel, thanks for sharing
Great suggestion thanks ! Is there any chance you can slow mo the key parts of your vid? Keep them coming
Absolutely Duncan, thanks for the advice
63 years old play twice a week going to give it a try thanks
All the best Rick
Another great teaching video! I’m a senior but without serious flexibility issues. But still not as flexible as my younger days. But I think this will be a big help. And you made a reply about alignment still being square even with change in foot position. That hits home with me that always make sure the shoulders are squarely aligned no matter foot position. Great tip.
Rick Smith absolutely. This is very important
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Excellent, 74 and lefthanded ,please just refer to lead and trail forget right and left.. apologies to righthanders
Thanks for the feedback Stuart
Jack Nicklaus turned his head to the right before initiating his swing. It was a key move to keep his head steady and behind the ball. He got some pretty good results from that. I like the way you've also made that addition to this really fine tip for seniors. It really works for me.
Thanks for noticing Bill, hope it helps
Jack Nicklaus turned his head to the right partly because he was left eye dominant. It helps with putting too. He bent over looked down the line with his left eye.
Hey Danny, I watch a lot of ttraining videos and none of them shows ball line up with your feet and how close or far apart they should be, Help :)
Will come up with something
Hey Danny! Thanks so much for the senior swing tip. I'm 74 with 2 replacement knees & a bad shoulder. My ambition this year was to break 90 in spite of my 24 handicap. I used your senior stance & have shot an 88 & an 89 & have re-upped my ambition for this year to breaking 85. Straighter & much longer - I now am reaching par 4's in 2 instead of 3 & my buddies are commenting on my improvement. Thank you
That’s brilliant to hear Richard, well done and thanks for sharing
This is a great video / suggestion in general. You are not "old" until you pull a back muscle trying to drive the ball like you were 40. So I will use this technique for longevity in playing golf longer. And honestly it's very simple which lowers the ball driving frustration.
Awesome thanks for sharing
Watched the video and then tried it out in the garden, standing in front of the washing line. First square on swing didn't get back too far before coming under pressure. Tried the Danny stand and nearly emptied the washing line. Amazing how much further the back swing goes. Now to try the release on the range! So far brilliant!
Albert Schweitzer Leadership for Life great to hear Albert, now I wait to see how your range session goes
Thanks, get tips. Think you can incorporate the upward spiral feel during the back swing too...
Absolutely, just not an explosive jump
senior who you calling senior???? lol thanx needed this!
Sven Johannson 😂 sorry Sven
Would this method work with irons as well, sorry for asking I’m a new golfer with cancer that can’t get good rotation
Absolutely Alex
Danny, I love the way you explain the golf swing, i'm 65 and fairly fit, but this could improve my yardage. Great tuition.
I like the closed stance gets the right side out of the way for a 87 year old golfer Ann’s husband
Thanks for taking the time to feedback
Good lesson, I can't wait to try this on the range!
Harold Minkin hope this helps Harold, look forward to hearing how you get on
Might be worth a try but isnt this contradicting the idea that a weakening of the right side get you out of position for the down swing (your moving feet video)??
There is certainly a compromise here as it will be more difficult to clear the lead side through impact. However for many senior golfers it is far better to be able to increase mobility in the trail side so they can build up energy by making a bigger turn. This extra power can be applied to the back of the ball. A limited turn coming through means the hands and arms are more dominant thus leading to more of a draw shape .
Having good rotation on the way through without any stored power in the backswing just doesn’t really work
Top top coach Danny, thanks again
Richard Bailey thanks for all the support Richard
i am wondering if this modification will be easier on your body, also i think a previous post stated that you can use this swing for your irons and fairwoods, thanks
Absolutely although remember the swings are quite different. You need to hit up on the driver and down on the irons so see if you can adjust your stance to cater for that
Would like to see senior swing with irons toe any differences , great vids best on you tube.
thanks for the comment James, it works really well for irons too, just need to play around with the ball position. Tends to work best with it closer to middle of stance
Danny, what is the general ball position for the driver?
Thus method is great for irons! Lije Danny says, play the ball more in the centre if the stance to start, then adjust podition to suit your particular swing. Also, watch Danny's catapult point of contact lesson. It's brilliant!
Steven Myers I’d love it closer to centre
Nice tip about turning the head. Are you swinging more inside out
Absolutely
I have done exactly this to both straighten my shots instead of slicing, and I gained about 15 to 30 yards distance. This is brilliant, Danny!! Totally works and it added a lot of distance for me!! Great Vlog, pal!! Well done!!
Ross Duff thanks as always Ross, really appreciate the support
Excellent! I’m pretty flexible at 75 but, this can only help.
Really hope so Ronnie
This video hits all my issues on the tee as a senior golfer. I have tried these steps, and have dramatically improved my drives. Thanks Danny!
my pleasure, thanks for taking the time to comment and share how you got on.
I am 79 years of age, still on single figures, I have some flexibility. This video is very helpful and the concept easy to understand. One thing that helped me was I watched an old video by the legendary long driver exponent, Mike Austin. He advocated turning the navel 8 inches on the backswing and sixteen inches on on the downswing. I introduced this thought to my swing and it immediately helped my accuracy and an increase in distance.
Will this set up work for irons also?
Great tip! It has really improved my driving - straighter and longer. I also use it for longer irons. I would recommend it for anyone who has trouble with slices, not just seniors.
Michael Swisher thank you Michael,
Very good setup and can't wait to practice it
Have fun Cel
Hi Danny I was really happy with this set up and my practice went extremely well with great consistency .Very excited with the result and how it will improve my game 💚 it Cel
AMAZING TIPS MODIFICATIONS FOR SENIOR GOLFERS GREAT VALUE OUTSTANDING
Thank you Chandra, very much appreciate you taking the time to comment
Danny...how hard should you swing? You’re swinging the club so easy and relaxed. 50%? 80%?
Around 80% but I’m working on building this up as I’ve come to realise that I can’t hit it super long at this pace. I carry it 290 but would need to increase that speed significantly to gain 10 yards
Hi Danny,
Have been playing golf for 70 years now.
Grew up as a young lad watching Moe Norman play.
This video is fantastic.
One slight modification I am using is to address the ball
about 4 inches behind the tee.
Much like Moe Norman did.
I find the swoosh feel as I swing through.
Keep encouraging us senior golfers.
A short golf poem my father taught me
If every lie was teed up high
And every shot a straight one.
Then every game would be the same
No round a really great one
Golf goes you see to life’s own ditty
Without the rough
There’d be no pretty
Best
Gordon Cressy
gordon cressy Love it Gordon, your dad was a wise man 👍
Good pome, man.
Does this affect your alignment to hit straight?
dorothea salzberg it can although it will simply reduce your current curve this help you to hit the ball straighter
@@DanielMaude Thank you
Outstanding instructional guidance explained in a manageable way..... thank you Danny. Blizz47
Thanks for taking the time to comment Dennis, really appreciate it
Very helpful
I added about 40 yards to my drive using the techniques in this video. I was all hands and arms before this. Thank you!
Hi Danny, enjoyed the video and looking to to try, one question on my back swing i tend to lift when hitting the ball and not at practice, so frustrating any views i can look at, thanks ken
Danny, I had heart surgery in April and had lost distance and accuracy since the surgery. After watching this video and doing what you said at the driving range it only took hitting two balls to hit it straight and got my distance back. Thanks for the tips!
So good to hear Larry, welcome back to the game 👍
Another great vid, Danny. My question now becomes do we seniors do
the same thing with irons?
bill Chapman you do indeed
Hogan with a twist; like it!! I think people, looking at the comments, believe you are forcing the face to floor rather than it being a natural movement? If they do that they will just duck hook it!!
Absolutely Paul, thanks for helping out
This is an excellent video in two ways. The tips for a 58 year old past his prime make complete sense. It's also excellent from a learning point of view. Throughout the video, Danny continually reinforces each of the key learning points so that they are drummed home. This is the only video I will now watch for my long game. Great job, Danny!
Thank you Mark, really hope it helps
Great advice!!! I made this change and gained about 40 yards on the best drive! Really appreciate the tips!!
That’s awesome Rene, all the best
I Danny with this exercise is your alignment still square to the target or right of it davebateman thanks
Dave Bateman shoulders remain square but the feet are aiming right
Nice and simple lesson. I’m 64 and still hit it pretty decent off the tee. What you just showed us is great. I’ve used this type of swing and it isn’t rocket science, and it works. Good on ya’. You chipping video was very informative as well, and most of us need to spend more time from 50 yards and in, to improve our scores.
thats brilliant thanks for sharing
Danny you helped me a lot as a senior golfer
Sir,
This video was made for me.
I watched it the day and with practice; my swing is much better. But, the most important part; my knees and body is not killing me.
Thank you so much!
Happy to hear it Tandy thanks for taking the time to comment appreciate it 😁👍
I've tried this with great results. Can I use this same method with hybrids and irons, and what adjustments should we make.
Thanks again for a great tutorial!
Absolutely, just remember there is more of a downward impact
What is the ball position with Driver woods and Irons. Have got good results with Driver but not with woods hybrids and Irons.
Regards David.
Lead heel with driver and then gradually further back until you hit the middle of the stance from 8 iron - aw
@@DanielMaude Thanks Danny.
9:10 I love the fact you didn't cut that out of the vid Danny, gave us a chuckle, good on ya!
Me too Steve 😂
I luv instructors that hit it into the trees!...It makes us, all, feel a lot better about ourselves. lollll
Nevertheless, I play with many excellent 70 & 80 somethings and I couldn't understand why so many would align, closed, and back foot flared. Thanks, Danny, for explaining why they do this...and, also why I'm giving it a try, too!
champy 😂 that was a shocker
What a transformation Danny I cannot thank you enough. Literally watched this utube video last night and took it straight onto the course for a practice round today. It's added 30yds to my drives and given me a draw which I can work on. One quick question how would I use this method to fade the ball and is it just a case of opening the club face?
Val Haynes just aim the body more left and learn to feel the club face staying a little open
Danny I was wondering if this drill will apply to your irons as well.I can't wait to get on the renge an try your Driver lesson. Thanks
Give it a go Bobby and let me know
Very nice Danny. I am now a month into finally swinging the driver 175 yds straight as an arrow in the air thru much much practice time. Occasionally at the net 200 yds. I would like to add for me anyway. Right foot slightly back, Golf ball slightly back. Will bring ball forward as my swing improves more. Then Shaft nice and 90 deg pointing off center of me, grip proper (key as well), Look at target (key, a lot of guys forget this at the range), turn right shoulder in, drop left shoulder, then and then only bend right knee in, keep back weight on right knee tension. Slow proper 3 point takeaway, right elbow in and on downswing keeping in mind the travel is shorter to get sweet spot on club. Now even my mentor says now I am ready for an actual game. And he is a stickler o my he is! Anyhow, unreal how much goes into things with the driver. Also keeping my grip and elbow in prevents going over the top and increases my down stroke length of where club head lands. I thought I was crazy at one point, but I actually can hit the damn driver now after @ 4 months of cursing........lol. Much love to you Danny!
Thanks for taking the time to comment and help out the community
whats he saying? face the flaw ..face the floor, face the what??
Sorry, should be the ground
Hi Danny, tried your turning method for Seniors today and saw a vast difference in distance and accuracy. You’ve made a 76 year old very happy, thanks.
My pleasure, really happy to help
@@DanielMaude
Played 45 holes this week in poor conditions and shot 2 under my handicap, many y pals can’t believe it. Thanks
I am 69 year old male and play to an 8 handicap. I have been struggling with my driver and routinely getting only 210 yards carry and total yardage of 225. I was also spraying it left and right. Your video and the techniques you included was a magic cure. I am now hitting my driver straight with a routine carry of 235 and total yardage of 250. Thank you! Love your videos!
Amazing, well done Matt
Wow! I tried 😸 it today. First time this season I hit a 45 on nine holes. This is awesome 💖 and my back did not complain 🤣 after a long time. YOU ARE A MAGICIAN!
FROM a 67 year old senior.
That’s wonderful to hear Khalid, thanks for sharing
Thanks much, Danny, from a 69year-old fairly average golfer who is always looking to improve! As always, great video....
My pleasure Lee, all the best
All I can say, Danny, is ... WOW!
And that bears repeating ... WOW, WOW, WOW, WOW, WOW!
I'm set to turn 69 this weekend and I just had the best practice session of the year using this technique. I found that the tendency to overswing was greatly reduced and my swing tempo was much smoother, resulting in much more solid contact. The finish you're recommending also reduced the over-the-top tendency and my pulling the ball.
Thanx for your awesome instruction ... now, what can you recommend I do about my 34-40 putts per round?
James Long ⛳️thanks for the comment James...great to hear. ! Video on putting coming soon
I can't thank you enough. I am not a 'senior' but have always had poor flexibility and I just came back from the range. I have never been able to use my driver and today i have been hitting it 230-260 yards straight!!! It's practically a miracle lol.
That’s wonderful Jonathan well done
Danny I really love your method of teaching and find that it reches me better than most others. My question relates to the completion of the swing. At 85 I find I am losing distance and I think I know why, but maybe you can answer my one question about my swing. I make a very good wide turn back and swing down with the body and get a full release driving the ball straight down the fairway but only 150 t0 170 yards. What I have noticed in the completion of my swing is that the club does not finish with my hands over my left shoulder but with my hands pointing down the line. Any suggestion for how I can make a more complete swing?
David Zoller do you know what David I wouldn’t try to finish...instead I would learn to hit the golf ball harder and momentum will naturally take you through.
To feel this take the club in your right hand, hold it softly and swing the golf club. Keep doing this until you feel the weight of the club flowing through. Now increase the speed. It will feel out of control.
Add the left hand and give it s rip
Thank you, I learned this swing in the early '70s and completely forgot about it...is the key, staying down and behind the ball at impact?
absolutely and allowing the arms to swing freely through