THANK YOU, Tom. You have shown us how simple the golf swing really is. After watching your "tilt - tilt" video I immediately got it, and started hitting consistently solid golf shots in my first range bucket - including much longer short iron shots, and 5 straight drives carrying 210-220 before the roll out. I'm 64 years old with a tummy. What fun and (as you promised) no pain. You will put the obfuscating instructors out of business!!!! This is also my first post ever. THANK YOU, Tom.

you prolly dont give a shit but does anybody know a trick to log back into an Instagram account..? I was stupid lost the password. I appreciate any tips you can offer me!

@Abel Samson Instablaster ;)

@Augustine Draven Thanks for your reply. I found the site through google and im trying it out atm. I see it takes a while so I will reply here later with my results.

@Augustine Draven it worked and I actually got access to my account again. I'm so happy:D Thank you so much, you saved my account !

He has already blessed me abundantly with so many great folks like yourself, Jim, and I am very happy to learn of your improvements!! And with regard to my future successes, all I ask is that you continue to share SagutoGolf with all your golfing friends and acquaintances so that together we can grow this game through increased enjoyment and body-friendly longevity!! Thank you so much for your very kind words! Tom

That's some really nice shooting, Rick!! I'm glad to know that these video lessons are helping you!! Speaking of Ben Hogan, due to popular demand and the tremendous instructional value, I do plan on producing another Hogan episode in the near future. There is just so much great stuff we can learn from the master's swing! Thanks for sharing, and keep up the great work!! Tom

Hi Dave - I'm very glad to learn that these video lessons are helping you! As a more advanced player, perhaps you might want to consider purchasing a copy of the Stack & Tilt book by Mike Bennett and Andy Plummer. It will serve you well as a textbook reference guide for the swing and will be highly supportive of what you will learn in my online school (saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga0 as well as here on this channel. Plus it gets into plenty of detail on the finer points including how to shape shots and much more. Thanks so much for sharing your success, and keep up the great work!! Tom

Well, I suppose it's still a transition year, Chris - a transition towards scratch, that is.......😆 That is absolutely awesome! I'm very glad to know that my instruction has resonated with you and played a role in your improvement and enjoyment, and I commend you for your excellent work in rebuilding your swing so effectively. Congrats on your great accomplishments, thanks for sharing your success, and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: With regard to taking your game to the next level, have you considered the online school? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying and resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise as well as all my short game instruction, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping and power/distance. So many folks across the globe - including many seasoned and low-handicap players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/

That is absolutely *AWESOME,* Tony, and I'm thrilled that you and Cindy are having so much fun out there!! Please ask Cindy to make sure that she sticks to the sequential online school program to ease her "conversion" process. I also recommend utilizing my V1 Swing Video Analysis service quarterly to ensure that thing continue to move along on the proper path. Thanks so much for sharing your success and enjoyment, and keep up the great work and spectacular playing!! Tom

That is *FANTASTIC* , Mike!!! I'm very impressed with how quickly you were able to put this into play! Congrats on your success, and thanks so much for sharing!! Tom PS: If you'd really like to get on the fast track towards learning and owning this swing please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm constantly adding new content. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.

That is simply AWESOME, Steve!! Your comment sums up perfectly what it's really all about for me - helping people play their best golf in a simplified and body-friendly manner so they can truly enjoy the game for a lifetime! Thanks so much for sharing!! Tom

Well done, Stanley!! This is a very body-friendly system as supported by the fact that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Thousands of folks across the globe and spanning all age ranges and talent levels are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. And here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought as a means to elevate your game to the next level!! Thanks for sharing your success and keep up the great work!! Tom

Hi John, I truly appreciate your kind words and your support of my online school, and I'm thrilled for the success you are experiencing!! Yes - the driver can take some time to ingrain, but once you do you'll be bombing it! Thanks so much for sharing your experience, keep up the great work, and - most importantly - have fun out there!! Tom

That's awesome, Keith!! I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!! With regard to the short game, this recent chipping lesson is garnering a lot of glowing testimonials - perhaps it may benefit you as well: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l8eklaRknrHYgpc.html Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! 💪💪 Tom PS: By the way, would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews

I'm glad to know that my instruction is resonating well with you, Derek! By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Thousands of folks across the globe and spanning all age ranges and talent levels are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. Let's put you on the fast track you out of that desert abyss and into the wonderful world of consistent ball striking bliss!! Tom

Hey Rudy - I'm glad to know that your enjoying the lesson videos and that your game is benefiting from them! Thanks for your kind words, and keep up the great work!! Tom

That's fantastic, Scott!! Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work! I think you'll soon be telling me that you broke 90!! Tom

I'm very glad to know that you are benefiting from the instruction, Rickard Cox, and more importantly that you are truly enjoying the game! Thanks so much for sharing your success, and please tell your golfing buddies about SagutoGolf (once you've had enough fun beating them, of course)!! Cheers! Tom

LOL! "Golf Swing for Dummies" certainly keeps it at my level 😆 Thanks very much for your kind words - I'm glad you're enjoying the instruction!! Tom

I'll definitely keep up the instruction, Guatam Patel, and you keep up the great work!!! Thanks very much for sharing your success, and please tell all your golfing friends about my channel!! Tom

Enjoying the game is ultimately what this channel and my SagutoGolf business is all about, Tim!! I'm thrilled to learn of your success and I truly appreciate your kind words!! Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!! Tom

Thanks Greg - I truly appreciate that and am glad you enjoyed this video!! Tom

That's awesome, Michael!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to learn of your improvement!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your success with it and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews

Thanks for your kind words, Gregorio, and keep up the great work!! Tom

Thanks Nik - I'm glad you are enjoying the lesson videos!! Cheers! Tom

I appreciate your kind words, Phil, and I'm very glad to learn of your success through my channel's instruction!! And yes - that lesson from The King was indeed a revelation to many golfers from across the globe! Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!! Tom

Thanks Simon - I'm glad to know that you're enjoying the videos and giving this swing a try! I think it will perform very nicely for you if you apply yourself to learning it the right way. In this regard, if you'd like to give the swing a fair shot and get on the fast track towards learning it, please consider these suggestions: 1) It would serve you quite well to enroll in the SagutoGolf online school. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing (including the finer points and feels), the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm constantly adding new content. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. 2) For a very useful supplement to the online school, consider purchasing a copy of the Stack & Tilt book by Mike Bennett and Andy Plummer. It will serve you well as a textbook reference guide for the swing and will be highly supportive of what you will learn in my online school as well as here on this channel. Best of luck, and yes - absolutely I will keep the videos coming!! Cheers! Tom

Geez Noel - That is some fabulous playing, and congrats on your best round ever!! I'm very glad to know that you are benefiting from this instruction and really enjoying yourself in the process!! Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!! Tom

Thanks for that, Dennis I'm very glad to know that my lesson content is resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction! Tom

Thank you so much for your kind words and testimonial for the online school, Tom!! I'm very glad to know that you are benefiting from the instruction and enjoying this great game more as a result; that is ultimately what this is all about. Thanks for sharing, keep up the great work, and keep having fun out there!! Tom

That's FANTASTIC, John!! I truly appreciate your kind words and I am very glad to learn that my channel's instruction has benefited your game to such an extent!! You've obviously done an excellent job digesting my lesson content, incorporating it into your swing, and taking ownership of it!! Thanks for sharing your body-friendly success and keep up the great work!! Cheers! Tom

That's awesome, stngr22!! I'm very glad to know that the lesson videos have helped you!! Thanks so much for sharing, and keep up the great work!! Tom

It's my pleasure, Brian!! I'm very glad to know that these lesson videos are helping you, and I will absolutely keep 'em coming!! Thanks! Tom

Sounds good, Daniel. Let me know how it goes for you today!! Thanks, Tom

I'm very glad to know that my S&T instruction is resonating well with you, Alan! Now, let's get rid of those "ghosts of swings past" and fully embrace the system. If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping, power and distance, and much more. Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf Cheers! Tom

That's *FABULOUS,* Mary!! The Stack & Tilt swing is most definitely a body-friendly method. For me this is supported by my personal experience as a player, and furthered by the fact that the majority of my students are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. If you haven't already done so, please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm constantly adding new content. This will really put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion! There's even a members' forum where you can ask me specific swing-related questions and suggest new content ideas, and I will soon be adding live Q&A sessions as well. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. Thanks for sharing your success and keep up the great work!! Tom

That's AWESOME, Peter - Congrats on your success, and thanks for your kind words and support!!! Keep up the great work!! Tom

That's AWESOME, Nick!! I'm thrilled that you're playing well and able to enjoy the game now in a pain-free way!! Thanks so much for sharing that great story, and keep up the fabulous work!! Tom

That's FANTASTIC, Russ!! Thanks so much for sharing your success, and keep up the great work!! Tom

That's fantastic, Michael! I'm very glad to learn for your improvement and that you are the envy of the "junior" members of your group. Please feel free to send them my way after you've had enough fun beating them! Thanks for sharing your success! Tom PS: I'm in the coastal region of South Carolina.

Jare Roken - I am appreciative beyond words for your glowing endorsement of this swing method and my online school!! *YES* - A body friendly swing that produces pure contact, beautiful push-draws, and all the distance you'll ever need is not just possible folks; it exists and it's right *HERE* !!! I wish I could put you on top of the world's tallest mountain with the world's biggest megaphone and have you shout it loud and proud! Far too many golfers are out there wandering and wondering in the vast abyss of shift, lift, flip, and scoop. They're getting chicken wing finishes, and we're getting crispier than extra-crispy KFC ball striking! PLEASE Y'ALL - share our little secret with all the golfers you know. Help grow the game you love by making it more enjoyable for everyone!! Jare, you are a living testimonial to what others can expect if they commit to learning this system. Thank you again for sharing your success and for your support, and keep up the fabulous work!! Tom

I've always appreciated your very kind comments, Jack, and I am thrilled for your success and resulting enjoyment of this great game!! Thanks for sharing your success and stay crispy my friend!! Tom

Thanks - I appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating well with you!! Have fun out there!! Tom

Okay L Henderson - I await your results!...... Thanks very much for your kind words regarding my instruction - I truly appreciate it!! Tom

That is fantastic, Tony!! (295 at age 68 - WOW!!!) By the way, have you given any thought to enrolling in my online school? For just $10/month it'll get you on the fast track to owning this swing through short, simple, step-by-step videos. Here's a link if you'd like more info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. Thanks for sharing, and keep up the great work!! Tom

You betcha, Jincy!

Awesome!! 💪💪 Thanks for sharing your ball striking improvement, Dennis, and keep up the great work!! Tom

That's fantastic, Barry. I'm very glad to know that is working well for you!! Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work! Tom

I appreciate the kind words, Lance, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and style are resonating well with you!! Tom

That is *AWESOME* , Nathan!!! Congrats!!! Thanks for sharing your success, keep up the *GREAT* work, and please tell your golfing buddies about SagutoGolf!! Tom

Just discovering this channel hoping to get where Nathan is as my goal is to get in the 70's....been in 80's forever now.

I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Mike, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating well with you! This body-friendly, powerful, consistent, low-maintenance swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of great ball striking, and since it is rooted in physics, geometry, and human physiology it does not discriminate by age or ability - from kids to seniors and everything in between, and inclusive of the best players in the world. By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Thousands of folks across the globe and spanning all age ranges and talent levels are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. And here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought. Embrace the challenge that this great game affords us and have fun out there! Tom

That's fantastic, Danny!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/

Thanks so much - I'm glad you enjoyed this lesson from my channel's archives!! Tom

John - I'm very glad to know that the instruction you are getting here is helping!! Thanks very much for sharing SagutoGolf with your friends - I truly appreciate the support!!! Cheers! Tom

I'm glad to learn of your improvement, Russell!! Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work! Tom PS: I'm doing another Subscriber's Choice episode next week. Here's the link if you'd like to post your suggestion: kzfaq.infoUgxLC4Ne_vDFVVqyI9Z4AaABCQ.

That is FABULOUS, Eric!! Thanks so much for sharing your success, and keep up the great work!!! I'm very confident you'll be a consistent 80's shooter before long, and after that who knows how low you can go???..... Tom

You are too kind, Luke!! I truly appreciate your sincere words and your support of my instruction style!! Tom

Welcome to this great game and welcome to SagutoGolf, Rhys!! I'm glad you found my channel and I look forward to helping you!! Now, if you'd *_really_* like to get on the fast track towards learning and owning this swing please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm constantly adding new content. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga Please keep me posted on your progress!! Cheers! Tom

Welcome to this great game, Steve!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content is resonating well with you!! This is a very body-friendly motion as supported by the fact that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. With regard to "getting good", have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing and experience great ball striking. I hope you'll give the school some thought. Have fun out there!! Tom

Hi Aarti Kumar, I truly appreciate your very kind words and I am thrilled to learn that the instruction on my channel has benefited your game!! Thank you for sharing your success and excitement, and keep up the great work!! God bless, Tom

Thanks Mike!! I'm glad these lesson videos are helping you!! Tom

G Mg - If all is going well with your irons and hybrids, then I would think that you're swing is working well for the most part. That being the case, with the driver ball position be a bit more forward in the stance, it is imperative that we keep the hips moving laterally towards the target throughout the downswing (while maintaining our swing center, of course). If we stop this lateral slide prematurely, then the rotation of the hips takes over and abruptly changes the path. And then - you guessed it - pulls and hooks all day long. That's the typical cause for someone who is hitting everything else fine but has a case of the lefts (for righties) with the driver. Having said that, if you are hitting big high push hooks that start right of the target (for righties) and overcurve, then that's something completely different. Consider grabbing a copy of "The Stack and Tilt Swing" book by Mike Bennett and Andy Plummer. It's a great reference manual for the swing I teach on this channel and in my online school ( saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga - a fantastic deal at just $10/month, by the way), and it will help you a lot in self-diagnosing any ball flight issues you are experiencing. Thanks! Tom

My pleasure! I'm very glad to know that you are enjoying and benefiting from my instruction!! TS

Thanks Keven!!

It is a great sound, isn't it Tony?! Keep up the great work, and keep those hips moving laterally through impact!!! Thanks for sharing! Tom

My pleasure, @B.Right - I'm glad to know that my instruction content is serving up that 100% fat shot free buttery/crispy deliciousness for you!! 😎 Keep up the great work! Hopefully you'll be able to take it outdoors real soon... TS

Oh yeah, Jeff - ya just gotta SEND IT to the KFC deep fryer!! But hey - don't forget those mashed potatoes with extra gravy too LOL! Seriously - that is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!! Keep up the great work, and keep on having fun!!! Thanks so much for sharing your success, and please remember to tell a friend or two about SagutoGolf!! Cheers! Tom

That's how I try to make it, Claude!! Cheers! Tom

That Hogan's "magic elbow" lesson has worked wonders for countless viewers across the globe, Patrick. I'm glad to know that it helped you as well!! Keep up the great work and have fun out there!! Tom

It's my pleasure, Robert!! I'm glad to know that you are enjoying them!! Tom

I appreciate your kind words, Karen, and I am very glad to know that you are benefiting from my channel's instruction content!! Perhaps sometime soon I'll see you enrolled in the SagutoGolf online school for just $10 US/month or $99 US/year?? 😎 Thanks again and keep up the great work!! Tom

Nice work, Barry - especially for your first time trying this!! Oftentimes when golfers are hitting everything well except for the longer clubs - which is quite normal early in the swing change process as a golfer gets used to applying the weight-forward concept to the fairway woods and driver - it can be attributed to one of the following: 1) Their hips are not continuing their lateral slide through impact. This is common with the longer clubs as the wider stance means that the hips have a greater distance to travel. If the hips stop moving laterally towards the target on the downswing then their rotation takes over, inhibiting any further necessary forward weight loading (we should be 80/20 forward halfway down, 90/10 at impact, and 95/5 in the finish), changing the low point and rerouting the club into a steeper angle of attack. This can produce a variety of undesirable results including fat and thin contact, topped shots and popups, straight pulls, and “banana” slices. Of great importance is keeping your upper torso/head in place (in other words, not moving towards the target from a face-on view) while the hips execute the lateral slide action. This preserves the swing center and the desired shallow AoA. 2) They are not allowing the length of the club to dictate the backswing path and are getting too steep as a result. The shaft length of the longer clubs encourages more of an around the body backswing as established by the shaft plane at address. It may "feel" flat as they take it back along the shaft plane for the first few feet, but as long as they maintain the "weight forward, shoulder down, and hands in" components while allowing the club to work around them, it should put them in the proper position at the top so they can attack the ball from the inside. (A good feel for that lead shoulder is "down and in, under the chin".) 3) Many believe - and some even teach - that we must try to "hit up on the ball" with the driver. However, consider that in our stock setup with the driver the hands are even with the inside of the lead thigh (as they are with all clubs when playing a standard shot) and our ball position is even with the inside of the heel of the lead foot. This presets a very slight degree of forward shaft lean with the driver. Beyond that, the ball is behind the zero-point of the swing (which is even with the lead shoulder), meaning that without any contrived manipulations the club will still be on its descent - albeit very close to flat - at impact. So, perhaps with the exception of folks with slower swing speeds - or those Long Drive participants teeing it extra high and hitting maybe 1-2 balls out of 10 onto a 60-yard wide "fairway" - in general the path is still ever so slightly down. In fact, the PGA Tour average with the driver is actually minus (e.g.: downward) 1.5 degrees - nearly level - and it should feel level - but slightly down nonetheless. (Here is an article on Ping’s website addressing this topic - ping.com/en-us/blogs/proving-grounds/optimal-launch-and-spin#:~:text=According%20to%20Trackman%2C%20PGA%20Tour,85%25%20ball%2Dflight%20laws ) It is essentially the same swing with every club; just some minor setup differences and naturally occurring shaft plane changes as we graduate up in club length from short irons to woods. To demonstrate, you'll find towards the end of this episode some driving range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pZaopsZ-3rSXpmw.html Beyond that, if you search the word "drive" on this channel you'll see some related content. Upon learning this swing properly you will be harnessing the tremendous power source known as "angular momentum". This is the reason my students and online school members of all age ranges end up bombing it farther than they ever had previously, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. And here's a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ Keep up the great work and have fun out there! Tom

@@SagutoGolf Tom, thank you for taking the time to reply with such a detailed and thorough response. You earned yourself a new customer at Saguto golf. You nailed it in your reply. I'm too steep with the long irons and driver. I've always had that problem. But today I got out my 'electric rod' and stuck it in the ground. Got more around my body with the back swing. What a huge difference. I even hit a draw on a few drives and only a couple banana balls. It wasn't real pretty so I need to tweek my form but the basic problem has been addressed. Too steep. And I gotta tell you, I felt like I was almost dragging the ground with the driver head on the downswing. One more quick note...thank you for replying and interacting with your You Tube viewers. So many instructors on here don't reply or even acknowledge comments and questions go unanswered. Keep up the good work! It indicates an act of good faith when you show genuine interest. I'll see you on the other side at Saguto Golf.

My pleasure, Ernst! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you!! Tom

I appreciate that, Robert!! Thank YOU for your kind words and support!! Tom

Thanks Narren - I am very glad to know that you are benefiting from my instruction and enjoying my teaching style!! Keep up the great work and keep having fun out there!! Tom

That's awesome, Graham! I appreciate knowing that my channel's instruction content is resonating well with you, and I'm very glad to learn of your improvement! Keep up the great work!! Tom PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping, power and distance, and much more. Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf

I'm very glad to learn of your improvement and enjoyment, Rickey!! Thanks for your kind words and keep up the great work!! Tom

Mary - If you incrementally set realistic goals for your improvement you will achieve them if you go about it properly (and it sounds like you are)! Do that and there's no telling how good you might get!! Plus, you'll have plenty of fun in the process and that's really what it's all about!! By the way, have you enrolled in my online school yet? For a mere $10/month it'll get you on the fast track to owning this swing through short, simple, step-by-step videos. Here's a link if you'd like more info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. Thanks! Tom

Thanks!! I'm glad you're enjoying my lesson content and teaching style!! Tom

Sandro Provera - It is very nice to hear from you in my motherland!! I am very glad that you are enjoying the videos and that your game is benefiting from them!! With regard to the short game, I recommend you consider joining my online school. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only learning system for the full swing, *the short game* , and much more. The school greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm constantly adding new content. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. I hope you will give it a try! Thank you for your comment! Ciao! Tom

I'm glad this lesson helped you, Steven. Here's another recent episode on the lead knee action: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z7WDfrB3nb7DqoU.html Really, though, the online school is the best place to learn this swing properly and sequentially in a comprehensive, structured environment. It's also where you'll find fixes for resolving a variety of ball flight and swing issues. Here's a link if you would like to know more about it: saguto.golf TS

Thanks Thomas - I'm glad you enjoyed it!! Tom

Whew!! I'm sure glad you came across that critical piece of information, Louis!! You are absolutely right - the lead knee should never fold back at all! Rewatch this video and note at around 5:36 how Charlie Wi's lead knee works, and then a few seconds later you'll see that Michael Thompson's left knee works the exact same way! Here's the video link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/abl-drWDyZmtmJs.html Now get some ice on that knee and get back out there!! Tom

Sounds great, Ed! Do you own a copy of the Stack & Tilt book? If not it will make for good reading while you recuperate. Then when you're ready to get out there I recommend enrolling in my online school - that'll get you on the fast track towards owning this thing! Glad you liked the video! Tom

That's great, Timothy! I'm glad to know that this video helped you get that lower body working properly, because that crispy KFC contact can't happen without it!!! Tom

Thanks, H Byrd - I truly appreciate that! Yes - I did a grip lesson video a short while back and those thumbs were definitely a focal point! It's our only connection to the implements that are going to make or break our day, so it better be a sound and proper one! Tom

I saw your grip video and it was spot on. You may want to reiterate this fundamental so it ties in with all your instructions. Both arm do not become fully extended until 20” past the ball. This is the main reason I used the Greg Norman secret as it prevents breakdowns on the downswing. It also helps keep that thumb in the right place. 😁😉

I'm glad to learn of your ball striking improvement, Marshall! If you are executing the setup and swing correctly, that soreness should be temporary and ought to dissipate as the muscles and joints get accustomed to the motion. By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ Keep up the great work! Tom

Well done, Picklespud!! Your order of Extra-Crispy KFC with a side of Mashed Potatoes awaits you!! Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!! Tom

I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! This swing system is rooted in physics, geometry, and human physiology, and it is modeled on empirical observations of the game's most prolific ball strikers. No surprise then that it stands the test of time and does not discriminate by age or ability - from kids to seniors and everyone in between, inclusive of the best players in the world today. As such I am very confident that it will perform well for you too! A good starting point for you would be my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ After that, perhaps you might consider the online school where you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish, along with diagnostic and corrective tools for resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues, and much more. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. Embrace the process and have fun out there!! Tom

The "Saguto-ness"?? 😂😆😂😆 Keep up the great work, John!! Thanks for sharing! Tom

LOL!! Glad you enjoyed the episode! (and the warning....😆) TS

Stick with it, Mike!! You may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing system affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ Thanks for your comment and for giving this a try. Keep up the great work!! Tom