Alex Sloan explains "The Golfing Machine, developed by Homer Kelley".

[@spidarx]

I worked with Alex my entire junior career. He was as much a mentor as he was my swing coach. Wonder teacher and an even better person.

[@joegomez5807]

Nice video. The Golfing Machine is great. I never really trusted many golf teachers as they are mostly parroting what some one told them. As a scientist and pretty good observer, I realized that no two golf swings are the same. If a golf instructor does not seat down with you for 15-30 minutes, during your first lesson to figure out where you are coming from, you should move on. They should ask what hand you write with and from which side of the ball you like to play golf. If you are left handed and play golf right handed you swing the the club differently. Homer Kelly figured this out and it makes a difference. TGM is great stuff!!

[@tonyparrish5366]

Alex was my coach when I played at then Florence State in Florence, Al., in 65 and 66. He was a gentleman's gentleman. He taught me square to square at the time and years later I got his CD and started studying the golfing machine. He and his wife taught me so much about golf and I enjoy it today thanks to them..

[@dougdean8996]

Did Alex write any golf books?

[@tonyparrish5366]

Not that I’m aware of.

[@dougdean8996]

@@tonyparrish5366 how did Alex explain the hitting of the driver? Instead of hitting up with the driver he said to hit down, don’t understand that concept

[@tonyparrish5366]

@@dougdean8996he touches on that in the first part of the tape. I recall him saying that lag was the determining factor in the swing and that all shots were to be with a descending blow. The center of the arc for the driver is left shoulder area (right hander) and the bottom of the arc is at the left toe or slightly inside. When you are swinging down with the driver with lag you reach the impact area at clubhead center which produces the necessary trajectory. That is as I understand it. If you load and carry, as he explains in his video, you are bottoming out the swing at impact as you swing down with lag. There are better explanations from someone more polished than I am and maybe someone who reads this can give the geometry of the swing relative to what Alex is talking about. I am sorry that I did not get to have a lesson with Alex after he started teaching the Golfing Machine. I do have the book and I have watched and watched his video and what I try to do relative to the video is: steady head, balance and rhythm along with his No. 4 power accumulator, load and carry. He taught me square to square in the 60's and then I did not see him again but one time when he was giving someone lessons and did not want to interrupt him. Sorry this was so long.

[@dougdean8996]

@@tonyparrish5366 thanks for taking the time to reply, I really appreciate it and your answer makes sense.

[@lawrencesargent1392]

I came from MA to learn and work for Alex Sloan for 5 years after high school. I was friends with him and his family. We all loved being teachers of the GOLFING machine and loved Homer kelley for his amazing accomplishments.

[@joseserranosuner]

Can't understand how this video only gets 4 thumbs up. It is a true gem. In fact it is the gem of gems!

[@richyclubsport5155]

Lots of little gems right here, excellent simply explained instructions

[@traildogtn1]

Alex knew The Golfing Machine by page number and section. Truly a dedicated disciple.

[@leshill254]

Ah!...I finally understand exactly what the hands do in the 'release'. The individual sources of power Hit v Swing and the 'accumulators are also extremely helpful; wish I'd known this 40 years ago! - Thank you so much for the slow motion explanations; albeit a bit grainy, I'm sure I will return to this video many, many times - I have now ordered Homer Kelley's book.

[@traildogtn1]

Thanks to all who are liking and subscribing. I am glad that you think it worthwhile. I am working on a video on Golf Course Management. Not about actually managing a golf course; but how to be polite and smart about your play. This will be an effort to speed up the pace of play without rushing.

[@dougdean8996]

Where are you at with your book?

[@bradallen9551]

Thanks for posting the video!

[@kennethm.380]

I've played for longer than I care to admit. This gentlemen is telling me stuff that I know works, but I didn't realize the science/mechanics of it. The hula-hula move is something I use for my Driver, but I just tried it with my Irons, and dog gone if it didn't work. Excellent!!!

[@caseyhelber2663]

This video was fantastic. I’d love to see more from Alex

[@shawnsmith1439]

As a GSEB, I really enjoyed this presentation. Hitting v Swinging and the associated power accumulators is so important. Well done, sir. 👍

[@arisoreilly7699]

Been playing golf for over 30 years and as some of you can attest this is a very frustrating game to say the least and on that note we are always looking for a simple learning solution and I’ve viewed hundreds of hours of instructional “KZbin” videos through the years looking for that simple solution. Thank you for this golf swing instructional video. The be best golf instruction on “KZbin” in my opinion.

[@robertrangel6070]

OMG, this guy explains the golf swing in a way I understand. I wish I had him as my golf instructor, I would be such a better ball striker.

[@jonnymo4728]

6:45 standing up (not standing being preferred). This one gem could put more balls in or near the fairway for most struggling golfers. And here is the "thing" once you start in on mechanical digestion of the swing. You will improve. You will move you game. If you want to improve - this is the lane. 9:13 another marvelous aligning procedure.

[@neilkynaston5452]

An extremely well explained lesson in TGM . The explanation of the power accumulators is the best i have ever seen. Thank you

[@steveperry1344]

if you've ever studied the golfing machine book like me this is great. i've had the book over 40 yrs and it's hard to get thru but with this and other videos on you tube i have a better understanding.

[@clarkdrago]

Wow just wow, thank you sir. This is the greatest explanation of the golf swing I've found 👏 . What a hidden gem This video is. Thank you for taking the time.

[@steveperry1344]

the swinging and visualizing the hands ahead is so simple and effective, having the club pass the hands is something i kinda fight. i was just practicing the move and i got that nice click of hitting the ball first.

[@tonyc7100]

Thanks for clarifying the 3 hinge movements. You took all the confusion out of it for me!

[@jameswardii5375]

Great golf instruction from Mr. Alex Sloan. Great demonstrations and reiterated key points to remember. Thank you!

[@damianmcdonagh7908]

It's a remarkable book, has totally transformed my golf game. I treasure my copy. This tutorial is great but I will say Tom Tomasello's instruction here on KZbin is excellent. Extensor Action is vital.

[@patricksamaran9983]

Great Pro , great méthod , essential vidéo , thank you very much from France

[@robsaxepga]

This is really good. Thank you for posting this. 👍 I'm studying for my GSEB and I'm going to study this too. Edit: in this video, Mr Sloan said that the was introduced to the clubhead lag concept in 1979. Ben Doyle and Don Shaw were in the first classes with Mr Kelley in 1969 or 1970. So Mr Sloan wasn't in the first classes but later classes. I believe, if memory serves, Mr Sloan was introduced to TGM by Tommy Tomasello who was in the area where Mr Sloan worked. So he wasn't in the first classes that took place in 1970 in the Seattle area. No matter, Mr Sloan was one of the best GSE's ever. He attended in January, 1980.

[@tomnelson8515]

Great summary of The Golfing Machine main concepts.

[@karlfynbo4027]

Read his book years ago. You forget things over time but a great reference 👌

[@horacedouglas8130]

I purchased this year's ago and lost it. I bought it from Mr. Sloan direct. Thank you.. I'll be watching this over and over.

[@rickmiller8893]

Over the years i studied tgm to both my benefit and detriment as NOBODY explains it worth a shit. Years ago there were only a few short videos of this, but you could order the dvd for like $80. I never did although i wanted to. I picked up and dropped tgm for many years...and like how EVERYTHING goes in life... Say you lose something.. You can't find it no matter how hard you try.. But once you give up TOTALLY on it.. You find it... It's very odd... But i know why now. Just as soon as i TOTALLY gave up on tgm... This damn video pops up AND IS THE ENTIRE THING.. What I've been wanting to see for years now. Thank you so very much for sharing this. I wouldn't have watched it if i didn't see 45 minutes on the time stamp. God does do things interestingly. Now I've got more contradictory information to sort through again between this and more modern. Not all.. But weight on heels and flatter shoulder turn are opposite for two examples... But who cares..i wanted to get a good explanation for a complicated book.. THIS will be my last go at it though. Lol... Thanks again.

[@BamaPaul]

I seen Alex teach this was took at Blackberry Trail GC . in Florence Al. I won a tournament there many moons ago .Thanks for sharing

[@traildogtn1]

Yes, I have a friend lives off the course. Played there many times. I only met Alex when I went to his Home and purchased his DVD. He spent 20 minutes talking to me. A very nice man. I used to live in Loretto, TN.

[@BamaPaul]

@@traildogtn1 yes he was great teacher . Club Pro at Turtle Point for a long time . He had many stories of the old legends. Who’s your friend might know him .

[@traildogtn1]

@@BamaPaul James S. Hopkins (Stan)

[@steveb7883]

The best translation of the book that I've ever heard. Lynn Blake gives a very good explanation of hinging and swinging and hitting. He is another TGM instructor.

[@damianmcdonagh7908]

Lynn Blake's instruction is second to none.

[@paulgormangolf]

Agreed!

[@drkside53]

@@paulgormangolf Wayne Watts is another good one.

[@joseserranosuner]

Thank you so much Randy. I have been reading TGM for 5 years now and every time I reread it another bulb goes on... But this video is helping enormously there are lots of concepts in it I had not yet grasped. Endlessly grateful!

[@traildogtn1]

I tried and tried to understand the concepts in The Golfing Machine. I never could grasp it until I watched Alex's video. Then click!!

[@markholdenlanzarote]

Thanks for the upload. Great stuff. I'm working on stack and tilt atm. My irons are spot on. Woods not so. Will be watching this a few times to memorise.👊👍🏌️‍♂️

[@TheNYgolfer]

I'm not easily impressed but this guy knows The Golfing Machine and knows how to effectively communicate and demonstrate his knowledge of TGM. When he said he won a professional golf tournament I perked up and became all ears. Best 42 minutes I've spent listening and learning in a LOOOONG TIME!!! When was this video made? Are there anymore videos by him? Is he still alive?

[@traildogtn1]

Unfortunately Alex has passed away. I got this DVD at least 20 years ago, when I was deeply involved in trying to understand the book.

[@nikogiannaros5751]

Thank you for posting this video. I am a beginner and this is where I stop looking for instructors.

[@davescrimgeour]

What a beautiful explanation of the more technical aspects of hitting and swinging. I've watched this twice so far, a third beckons but with a notepad a pencil ready. Anybody out there talented enough to use all 4 of the power accumulators? You must be hitting it out the park 💪

[@traildogtn1]

Do you have the book? A little hard to find these days.

[@davescrimgeour]

@@traildogtn1 No, unfortunately :(

[@tombeach1262]

This is a lot to take in at once. Will have to watch again. Good concepts.

[@GM-tp6dk]

Wow...great video and thank you for posting! Such an eloquent and clear explanation of the golf swing.

[@samking4179]

thanks for posting this. this guy is PRICELESS!

[@traildogtn1]

Yes, he was a great teacher.

[@frednegus7017]

One the very best videos ever. Thank you for posting . FJN

[@traildogtn1]

It should be shared. Thank you.

[@frednegus7017]

I totally agree. More if you have them. Cheers FJN : Authorized Instructor : “The Golding Machine.

[@vinsonshinabery8632]

To all, this video should have minimum 1 million views. If you scroll this, watch. You will be glad you did.

[@coltabernathy1880]

I'm 99% sure this is being filmed in my hometown of Florence, AL at Blackberry Trails Golf Course

[@johnmusachia466]

Best golf lesson on you tube.

[@traildogtn1]

Thank you. I knew it was a gem after I watched my DVD over 20 years ago.

[@TrevinoNo1]

Who is this Pro... absolutely the best explanation since the videos from the late great Tom Tomasello 👏👏👏

[@traildogtn1]

Alex Sloan. Unfortunately, he has passed away.

[@TrevinoNo1]

@@traildogtn1 very sad... but he has certainly left behind an amazing explanation of TGM... RIP Alex 🙏

[@damianmcdonagh7908]

@@traildogtn1 Check out Tom Tomasello's instruction on You Tube.

[@steveperry1344]

the golfing machine brought to life.

[@joecalderone1647]

Thank you for posting this . Alex Sloan dvd is impossible to get.

[@traildogtn1]

It had to be shared for his great presentation of The Golfing Machine. Obviously, I still have my copy.

[@andrearuffino]

I recommend you read "Homer Kelley's Golfing Machine, The Curious Quest That Solved Golf" by Scott Gummer. This is a biography that tells the story of how Kelley researched and wrote the book, then promoted his teaching system. Then read "The Impact Zone" by Bobby Clampett, which is a simplified teaching and application of Kelley's ideas.

[@topman6727]

There is no quest that will ever solve golf. Only some sound basic, knowledge, practice and repetition

[@wantonjr1]

Great presentation

[@KallRamanathan]

Thanks for the upload @Randy Steele. Much appreciated 👍🏼

[@cadarnell1]

All I can do is setup correctly and then just try to swing thru the ball. If that ends up being with some lag and a descending blow great. But I can’t purposefully do it. Best bet for most amateurs is get set up well and think put this club head thru that ball on the line I want it to start on. Unless you have time for hours and hours of drills I guess.

[@Holly1960-]

Pure Gold !!!

[@mjackson21]

Flipping amazing film!!!

[@traildogtn1]

Thank Marvin, I definitely agree.

[@jackflash8756]

It's a good explanation of some the most important concepts of TGM. But unfortunately, 3D data and other high tech measuring equipment shows that a majority of tour pros are actually extending and flexing their wrists (so no intact left/right flying wedges). Maybe they are all swinging in a non-optimal way (no constant flat left wrist), but we have to use any commonalities they have as a reference to something good they are doing in their swings. I'm sure if Homer was alive today, he would have changed his opinions to cater for all the new research data that measures the kinetics and kinematics of elite golfer swing mechanics.

[@terrybrown8079]

Alex Sloan.....Tom Tomasello....Lynn Blake..Bobby Clampett.....if its good for them ...its good enough for lil ol me

[@BHJ7115]

Solid Gold!

[@steveperry1344]

i used to be a hitter but i've been working on doing a better pivot and not so much lashing at it with the hands and arms and now i think i'm more of a swinger.

[@golfprochen]

A golf swing is the body reaction to the golfer's intent of throwing or pushing the club with the hands (side-way to the target)! A golf shot is the ball reaction to the golf swing! A golf game is the golfer's reaction to the golf shots!

[@terryaustad]

I would love to have the book but sadly it is out of print therefore I am asking anyone with a spare I am prepared to offer a fair market value for same. God bless Alex Sloan for paying this forward. peace

[@MrTropheusguy]

took a long time to find this gem - I had to go through Mike Austin first

[@orkayen]

Thanks for your insight on the mechanics of the swing. The hula-hula move is interesting. For Driver swing, we are tilting/pre-setting the axis (right shoulder down) at address. Do we still follow the hula-hula move in the down swing?

[@jeanleong4211]

Thank you for

[@scooter12368]

are you still using descending blow with a driver and other long shaft irons. i would like to keep consistent

[@jockcocurtis4632]

I have been thinking the back of left hand should be vertical at impact. He is suggesting that it be vertical after impact and when the arms are straight. Am I wrong am I misunderstanding. If this is correct then it’s a result of the swing. I’m going to try this and see what the difference is

[@traildogtn1]

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[@sduke39]

It's a shame that TGM has failed to evolve with all the data that Trackman has accumulated over the years, and how that data has changed golf instruction. I noticed on the TGM website that clinics are no longer being presented and no one answers emails or the phone. There was a time not too long ago when TGM was seen as the gold standard of golf instruction.

[@dougdean8996]

Can someone please explain. Alex says you hit down with all clubs. Does this include the driver as I thought with the driver you swing up to the ball. Thanks

[@robsaxepga]

Mr Kelley says that the downstroke is downward, outward and forward. With the ball positioned just behind the low point of the arc, the club will be traveling slightly down to level with a driver. Men's tour average I believe is 1 to 3 degrees downward. Ladies tour is 1 to 3 degrees up. The key here is the definition of rhythm as stated by Mr Sloan here and maintaining the flat left wrist for all shots. (Mr Kelley says it's mandatory through impact) If the club shaft passes the left arm before impact, a bent left wrist will occur thus destroying the flat left wrist. The deceleration of the club will be multiplied at impact and you'll lose distance. It's called the law of the flail in chapter 2-K. I'm a gsem authorized instructor in Northern California.

[@nigel4321]

Did Jack Nicklaus raise up his left heel?? This guy says only beginners do that! @ 0410

[@peterheadland7066]

Nigel. watch the video again . Its ok if the heal is pulled up. regards Peter

[@nigel4321]

@@peterheadland7066 I have. Watch from 04.08 'The number 1 bad habit of all beginners is the picking up of the left heel.' demo given. then he says ' you can always identify beginner golfers with is move' Then 'There is no reason to pick the heel up off the ground. Hope this helps. regards nigel

[@generalgrant3189]

@@nigel4321 You forgot Tow Watson , and John Daly

[@traildogtn1]

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[@johnclark3697]

What swing do you use off a down hill / ball below yer feet tight lie at Western Gales near Troon Scotland in a strong breeze.

[@traildogtn1]

The one that you are most confident in. Aim a little left of target (assuming you swing right-handed). And compensate with aim/club selection for the strong breeze.

[@joetalburt3881]

Gary McCord said Mac O Grady Wrote the books with Homer Kelly?

[@lawrencesargent1392]

Mac o Grady didn't have anything to do with writing the book.

[@joetalburt3881]

Ok

[@garrymajor7528]

Either did Gary McCord ,Mac Ogrady studied with homer Kelly and help him with the last edition of the golfing machine. But Mac did not agree with him on the flat left wrist he used a 45 degree left hand because most players are slicers and this helps to prevent it.

[@redeagle9312]

I tried to understand and to follow but it was too hard.

[@MikeJones-um3os]

From America are you mate?

[@traildogtn1]

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[@marcusjohnson488]

Wow. There’s a guy who knows a lot about the golf swing.

[@mickeysealtoe9719]

Rip Randy. Ordinal Tiger Hoods.

[@mija1701]

Rookie 60 something golfer. Even hit down on drive's?

[@Ryglado]

Ideally, no. Hitting up a little with give longer drives.

[@joannbenz1113]

It has to do with ball position .Ball more forward will have bottom of swing arc before impact. I would say his club head would be more level with ground then moving up at impact with ball

[@swisstrader]

Pro explains it well, but you need a degree in engineering to truly understand TGM. I took lessons from Lynn Blake who was very good at TGM, but still complicated stuff.

[@bradleybarnes8909]

Golf is work in gallons of butter

[@traildogtn1]

Let your mind absorb the subliminal benefits of listening to this at night. Plop in the airpods and enjoy a restful sleep. Wake up in the morning and hit the links!

[@cgicliniccom]

I’m watching this everyday but didn’t think about listening when I sleep! Genius!

[@e1kinobe]

this old man is teaching golf swing popularizer in the 80s and 90s where the left foot is planted which kills people's backs. Many players from that time that followed this old school golf swing are now non-golfres or have had multiple knees and back surgery.

[@traildogtn1]

Granted, still some good nuggets in his video.

[@gooddeedsbeatbad2625]

Every body is unique in its movement system and it changes thru your life. Some people can do it with ease, others as you say will get injured. If theres a proper way to learn golf its to perfect a wedge, then 9 etc. Golfs hard kos everyone wants to overswing and they overide their movement system. Very very hard not to do when you see how long a hole looks or the male ego is dominant. Staying in the shot is the most important thing in golf.

[@ReviewsforU]

@@gooddeedsbeatbad2625 Awesome advice!!! I wish someone would have told me this six months ago when I started to learn golf. I learned the hard way after trying to destroy the ball every time I swung, which eventually caused me to pull a muscle. My approach to golf has changed as I try to learn at a more gradual pace and actually learn how the game is played. Thanks.

[@gooddeedsbeatbad2625]

@@ReviewsforU Golf coaching is a billion dollar bad joke ivan. They fill your head with nonsense body positions and you think them rather than put a ball from a to b. Theres a place you cream the ball YOUR best where your back & knees bend nicely.... find it!! Do not try and smash the ball, you, l be all over the place. Round the green use your right hand mostly to aim and chip & putt. Dont think golf till you get to your ball. Play chess with the ball for your best scores. Dont look for the ball... ever. Never give up. Accept your ability and distance you hit it. ( i hit an 8 iron 100 yards but score low 70s mostly). Enjoy nature and seeing the beautiful scenery. Thats the secrets.

[@ReviewsforU]

@@gooddeedsbeatbad2625 More great advice. I really appreciate your wisdom. Thank you!

[@smithstanton4734]

Too many actions and consequences to take in, practice and remember.

[@kccodex8931]

No mention of hot dogs at the turn?

[@seek3n]

Ah man... I thought this was the actual book, nice clickbait.

[@paulie7775]

Nothing against this guy, may he rest in peace, but he's got things skewed a little. At the very beginning of the video, he tells us Homer Kelley's secret to golf. Mr. Sloan says Homer Kelley's secret to golf is elusive, indispensable, and mandatory (0:50). Thats not what Homer Kelley said. Homer Kelley said the secret to golf is simple, elusive, and indispensable (pg. 78). This is markedly different than what Mr. Sloan said. Homer Kelley also goes on to say it is also without compensation and always present. It is Mr. Sloan's opinion it is mandatory, he states we must have it. While that may be true, it is Sloan's opinion, not Kelley's book, and certainly not Homer Kelley's secret.

[@pgapronj1]

No...............................................

[@fptrojans09]

This dude is so wrong about golf 💀

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