The Trail Hand Support Drill / Feel & Softness Drill

Before you start

• Take your trail hand and choke all the way down on the grip of the club.
• Place your other hand up to support your bicep or the top of your trailing arm.

Movement sequence

1. Start to make some little practice strokes with this one-handed, supported grip setup.
2. Pop some little chip shots out onto a good lie without a specific target.
3. Return to a normal two-handed grip after practicing.

Key points

• Feel how your body must physically move to execute the chip (as chipping with only arms/hands is nearly impossible here).
• Notice the important feeling of softness and play in the club for proper rhythm.

Common mistakes

Attempting the drill on a poor or difficult lie. Trying to manipulate the club solely with the hands instead of allowing natural body movement and club play.

Practice notes

Ensure you have a good lie for this drill. Transition back to a standard two-handed grip after getting a feel for the rhythm and body motion.