Golf tips: Alignment: More uses for alignment rod

Using alignment rods is a great way to not only improve your aim on the golf course but also to improve swing mechanics and encourage certain changes in regard to swing path and angle of attack, two of the key impact factors in golf.

A few examples of using alignment rods to improve technique, club path, ball flight control and strike are shown in the pictures below. A small investment but a very useful aid for players of all levels.

Placed in ground against back leg to reduce sway

Two to reduce sway but encourage weight shift on downswing

Placed on ground for alignment and swing path assistance

More alignment assistance & bucket for path

My favourite, rod in the ground for shot shaping. move ball left to right and right to left onto your target.
Great for ball flight control and understanding how impact factors are influenced.

Grab yourself some rods and add them to your practice bag. 

Discover that potential.

Dan Gale

PGA Professional 

TPI Certified Instructor

Dan is a fully qualified member of the PGA & certified TPI Instructor

Check out his website at www.dangalegolf.com