Beginner Golf Tips: Start Improving With These 3 Simple Drills

Golf can feel overwhelming at first. With so many fundamentals to learn, it's easy to wonder where to begin - but focusing on a few simple basics can make a big difference. If you're brand new to golf or just getting started, the goals isn't to build a perfect swing. It's to make solid contact, build confidence, and start enjoying the game sooner.

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3 Simple Beginner Golf Drills to Build a Better Swing

1. Build a Solid Setup: Before you ever move the club, your setup plays a huge role in how well you strike the golf ball. Many beginner golfers struggle simply because they’re unsure how to stand to the ball or where their hands should be positioned.

Focus on these simple checkpoints:

• Hold the club with your hands positioned comfortably on the grip
• Set your feet and stance aimed toward your target
• Keep the club handle pointed closer to your belly button, not your knees
• Slightly bump your hips toward the target to help you hit the ball first

A good setup puts your body in a position to succeed and makes the rest of the swing feel more natural.

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2. Make a Simple Takeaway: A common mistake for beginners is lifting the club straight up when starting the swing. Instead, focus on moving the club in and around your body using your shoulders and hips.

Try this drill:

• Make small swings from hip-high to hip-high
• Allow your shoulders and hips to turn together
• Move your hands around your body rather than straight upward

These shorter swings help you develop better control and consistency while building strong fundamentals early.

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3. Finish in Balance: Once your setup and takeaway feel comfortable, shift your focus to how you finish the swing. A balanced, athletic finish is one of the best indicators of a solid strike.

At the end of your swing, aim for:

• Hips gently pushed toward the target
• Arms extended comfortably in front of you
• Club shaft pointing forward
• Chest facing up and toward the target

Even with smaller swings, a strong finish helps you create better contact, more speed, and consistent results.

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Want to see the drills in action? Checkout this video!

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A Simple Formula for Beginner Golfers

If you’re just getting started, keep it simple:

1. Set up correctly
2. Swing the club around your body
3. Finish balanced and facing the target

Clean contact that sends the ball 70–80 yards forward is a great place to begin. From there, distance and confidence will come naturally.

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