Understanding Your Golf Game

The truth is behind Launch Monitor Technology, Video Analysis and understanding the TPI Body Swing Connection. Our performance on the golf course is often surrounded by myths and misconceptions. From swing intentions and techniques to equipment preferences including balls, there are countless beliefs that can hinder a golfer's progress. However, we can shed light on the truth utilizing launch monitor technology, video analysis and the TPI body swing connection that will dispel these common myths. Launch monitor technology has revolutionized the way golfers approach their game. With the latest technology from Foresight Sports, our coaches are able to provide accurate ball and club data that allows golfers to improve their game based on facts rather than misconceptions. Launch monitors collect valuable information such as:

• Ball speed, how fast the ball moves upon impact. This directly relates to distance

• Swing speed - how fast is your club moving at impact

• Efficiency: Ball speed divided by swing speed is a measurement of strike. The better efficiency, the more ball speed you get out of your club head speed delivery.

• Club path: the direction the club is moving through impact. Either Out-In, In-Out or neutral.

• Angle of Attack (AoA):  the angle at which your club hits the ball.  Irons and fairway woods have a negative AoA and a driver has a positive AoA.

• Launch angle: the angle at which the ball leaves the clubface

• Spin rate: the amount of spin of a golf ball upon impact; optimal spin rates vary by golf club.

• Maximum height or apex: effects how far the ball rolls out when it hits the ground

• Descent angle: the angle of the ball when it hits the ground – higher for irons lower for your driver

• Carry distance and shot shape (fade or draw)

• Total Distance:  Carry distance plus roll out

Some Common Myths

• My slice is caused by swing or club path. The club face is king, it dictates the start direction and the bend that you see is the difference between the club face angle and the path. "The club face sends it and and the club path bends it" Extreme club paths can certainly exacerbate the problem.

• I need to hit up on the ball with my irons so I don't hit the ground. A proper strike with an iron is when you hit the ball then turf with a descending angle of attack. Launch monitor data gives you that immediate feedback.

• My equipment or golf ball does not make any difference to your ball flight or your swing. Launch monitor technology can provide data on how different equipment choices affect performance and our coaches can help determine whether your equipment is beneficial to your delivery. This allows golfers to make educated decisions about their equipment based on their individual swing characteristics and delivery.

• Golf is not an athletic sport. Through the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) mobility screening, we can determine a strong relationship of your mobility and strength to your golf swing. This is confirmed with a video analysis. The TPI app than generates a mobility and strength program to target your weaknesses.

In conclusion, launch monitor technology, video analysis and the TPI Mobility screening is a game-changer for golfers looking to improve their game. By understanding your game, our coaches at Golf 4 Life Grandview will help you improve your game and enjoy the sport to its fullest. So, next time you hear a golf myth from a friend, remember to see Golf 4 Life Grandview for the truth. Book your initial assessment today!

Golf is 4 life, lets enjoy it along the way!