Best golf swing for Seniors

[@stevenwilt3152]

Well done, this may be the best golf video on youtube. Your tips of placing the right hand on the grip at a 45 degree angle along with the hip bump have greatly improved my accuracy and distance. Thanks Kirk

[@Setup4Impact]

Glad it helped

[@ronaldloveland6319]

Hi I’m 66 and have been playing years - never consistent I thought because I didn’t play regular, I’ve struggled in retirement - but broke 98 today for the first time playing off 32. - Fantastic video and felt very natural

[@neknosnaws5990]

Basics are great when you start getting too many thoughts in your head when you play. A simple exercise can bring one back to a better game, and a lot more fun! Thanks for the drill!

[@Setup4Impact]

Absolutely!

[@williehumbert5321]

Hey Kirk I did everything you said to do today and I couldn’t believe how much pure I was hitting the ball today.I have been trying the Moe Norman swing and was getting no where.I almost bought some of the gimmick they were selling.I’m so glad that God put your teaching video’s in my life,Thanks again

[@Setup4Impact]

Happy to help!!!

[@notsuretwo]

This is great stuff. Although your lesson seems basic, it addresses many of the more complex issues that emerge as you go through the process of the day to day swing problems that crop up in your swing. The swing setup is 90 percent of golf, in my opinion.

[@heynow9767]

OMG this is good stuff right here. The impact position explanation is gold! Thanks!

[@Setup4Impact]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stibbe0413]

Thx Kirk. Happy i found you on youtube. Have improved my game alot and my body dont get hurt anymore. So relaxed Cheers from Sweden

[@Setup4Impact]

Great to hear!

[@davidniven9996]

I have only one days experience with this swing at the range ( 71 year old duffer) and so far great results. Better contact and more consistency. Thanks Kurt

[@Setup4Impact]

Great!! Keep it simple!!

[@beimsteiner]

I've gone back to this swing and it really keeps good consistency and takes much of the timing issues out of the picture. Looks like Bryson is doing some version of this as well, and he's a big fan of eliminating variables. My problem with other more ballistic/timing swings is they seem to work just fine one moment or interval and then totally fall apart five minutes later. I don't need 2x the distance, I need reliability and consistency. So taking the club extension out of the variables and also keeping width in the swing seems like a good bet. The strong grip eliminates release timing issues, and once again, maybe a more whippy release would give a faster swing but it adds variables.

[@jonwright8236]

Thanks for great video, suffer from arthritis and had right shoulder surgery so swing not like it was , thanks for great advice, greetings from Ireland

[@Setup4Impact]

Glad it is helping you Jon!!

[@RobertMacCready]

Captain Kirk! Your videos are excellent. Will give it a try and appreciate all your work. Will probably join for sure.

[@Setup4Impact]

Awesome, thank you!

[@atfinthehouse8631]

Great points, paying particular attention to that inevitable, aging. Flexibility is lost. Consistency however is always regardless of age, best served with the simplest swing which is the SPS. Thanks once again for the basic discussion and review (or introduction to this for others). Appreciate your videos. Thank you. I’m 65 y, 6 m old and just back to golf after 25-30 years. This makes all the difference, and wish I had used this way back then. Standard swing would be extremely difficult for frequency of playing golf and inconsistency with results. This is so much better. Went from hitting 66-68 for 9 holes down to 50 in 2-3 weeks. Hoping shortly to get to low 80s consistently (for 18 holes); low 40s for 9 holes.

[@Setup4Impact]

Keep it simple and enjoy the game!!

[@atfinthehouse8631]

Sps and your videos and others have pushed me to resume. By the end of this week will have been out for 15 rounds of 9 holes since 6/22/23. Started at mid to high 70s - LOL. Shot low 50s with a 50 in the past week. So progress is being made. Enjoying it.

[@andrewdugan453]

Love the ball tracking now.

[@johngreen1644]

Kirk. This is a very clear, concise, compact video for not just seniors, of which I'm one. But for anyone who wants try a very effective golf swing. Well done.

[@stan06426]

Makes so much sense. Definitely worth trying out. Thanks.

[@Setup4Impact]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mikeg.5233]

Kirk, I feel for you, that you are a senior, I’m 80 and have used the single plain address for about 20 years and it works. This instruction is an echo from Moe Norman. Thanks. 😀

[@jimgraham4673]

I was trying to put this stance into my game. Tried to use it in a lesson I took and the instructor said That was my first problem and wanted the hands below my shoulders in a more conventional swing stance. For me, another failed lesson. I believe this set up is the very best and I intend to put this into my game from now on. Also, I have a serious problem with coming over the top, so I really need lots of time spent with the half swing to help me correct that. Thanks for the video.

[@Setup4Impact]

The setup with the hands higher will very often correct the over the top move. If the clubface is open through impact then adjust the grip stronger in the leading hand.

[@joevladovich2075]

Thanks for the video. I am always looking for ways to improve my golf game and love the simple concepts you teach and advocate.

[@ronbaltus8164]

i play with that style of raised hands but i like the rest of your setup and swing.definatly gonna practice this swing.looks easier and repeatable for a fat old guy like me.

[@Lightnin42]

Great tips Kirk, will apply them to my game 🏌️‍♂️⛳️

[@Setup4Impact]

Great!!!

[@Red-et2rd]

Great videos!! I started the Swing change a few years back and had fantastic success. Hit the ball a little thin once in awhile, but mostly dead straight. But lately have gotten into a bit of slump for some reason. Was just wondering if you have any schools in the Phoenix area. Would love to have someone look at my swing to see what’s going on. Thanks

[@Setup4Impact]

Hi Red, I do not get out there yet, or have an instructor there. This is why I have an online program which allows you to send in videos for my review. My set of drills will also help get you squared away. setup4impact.com/online/

[@stuh7049]

Good content. As a side horses in background are beautiful. Great place to practice.

[@Setup4Impact]

Thanks 👍

[@boblarock460]

Does this work for drivers.

[@Setup4Impact]

Works like a charm for every club. My learning program makes it easier to learn at academy.setup4impact.com

[@sorda5772]

Awesome

[@richardcharles290]

One thing not mentioned about Moe's swing, not yours, is I'm 58 and in good shape, but Moe's swing really made my joints hurt. I can swing pretty good at Moe's swing, but after a round I was hurting. Kirk's more upright swing is much easier on my body. Hope this helps if you are undecided on which method to use.

[@Setup4Impact]

Hi Richard, Moe's swing can be brutal on people's body. Especially if they come in having some clubhead speed and then suddenly try keeping the trailing heel down, and lead knee flexed through impact. A recipe for lost distance and injuries. Keep it simple and move naturally. No reason to overcomplicate a simple concept.

[@Hacker-xe8yv]

Other hands high golfers, Julie Inkster, Matt Kuchar. They start off "normally" and it almost looks like they use the raising of their hands to trigger their backswings.

[@sbijjahalli]

Good video for my beginning, what afe the warm-ups to rotate the waist successfully. I am 70 years plus

[@qualitycheck3319]

To be honest: great tips not only for senior golfers! Try this!!!

[@Setup4Impact]

Better for any golfer!! That is for sure!!

[@grovercarter1126]

You say make sure your feet are aligned toward the target. Did I hear that correctly? Thank you

[@terrymccusker7779]

Kirk do you pull or push the club on downswing?

[@Setup4Impact]

Hi Terry, Good players use their body rotation to move the club. Trying to do it with any one arm is a recipe for disaster. So I use body rotation to help me release just after impact. I show you how to learn this at setup4impact.com/online/

[@richardneustaedter6170]

Hopefully that will help

[@golfinspired2058]

Great stuff, just add some mobility exercises to go with it .

[@orkayen]

Thanks for the video. Left arm to the club is not a straight line correct? There is still a very slight angle to it. Also, do you hinge (upward) your left wrist during back swing? Does it start at chest level or off-of the ball? I assume the 3rd step is for irons only. or for Driver as well? I tried at home and it is really hurting my left arm. Not able to relax at all. May be I was trying to go for a straight line.

[@michaelcushion3257]

Do you place the ball in the same place for every club?

[@Setup4Impact]

No, it moves from center for wedges to the Leading foot for driver. So as the clubs get longer the ball moves more forward in the stance.

[@jessegomez6134]

You have changed my playing golf much better . I have one question, Do you set up your feet same distance or is your front foot a little open at address?

[@daveparsons7756]

At 4:50 Kirk says to “turn the lead foot out a little bit”.

[@Zolarsystem]

When you say the feet are aligned toward the target do you mean parallel left or do you really mean at the target which would be new for me.

[@Setup4Impact]

About 20 inches left of target which would be parallel if I stand that same distance from the ball.

[@stuh7049]

Great question. I always wonder if its at target or left of target.

[@howiekarasick3892]

This is a wonderful video I would like to ask out of the five and I realize they were all important but what would you say is the most important one

[@Setup4Impact]

Learning perfect impact is most important. So starting with Drill 1 in my newest program at setup4impact.com is critical.

[@georgegrubbs2966]

What if you are an 83-years golfer like I am? A mega-senior golfer. I have knee and hip issues, and of course lower back issues. I want to hit the ball consistently, most efficiently, and straight with reasonable distance. Help me.

[@Setup4Impact]

Less moving parts, and a simple concept put less stress on your body. The goal is to help people improve quickly. Our learning program helps golfers do that better than any other. setup4impact.com/online/

[@georgegonczarek2501]

What is your weight distribution for each leg at address

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

Would using an alignment stick gripped in the lead hand help learn this swing?

[@Setup4Impact]

If you replicate the proper movement and move slowly it could help. I prefer using a golf club though as then it is more realistic.

[@edinnm8212]

Kirk, I'm a senior golfer who just started watching your videos on KZbin. Very interesting. I noticed that you seem to keep both feet planted during the swing, and don't allow your front (left) heel to come off the ground in the back swing. Is this necessary for the swing you are teaching? Lifting the front heel is more necessary for us who don't have pro golfer flexibility. :-)

[@Setup4Impact]

Hi Ed, Actually my left heel does come up a bit on the backswing especially on longer shots. As long as your body stays in position it is fine. The right heel should also come up before impact.

[@michaelcushion3257]

I have adopted your setup for impact swing approach. My iron, fairway woods, and hybrids have improved significantly. The problem I am having is with my driver. I continuously top the ball. I hit hundreds of balls at the driving range, and smash my driver. Somehow this does not translate to the course. I am in two senior leagues and keep putting myself behind the 8-ball by hitting very bad (short) balls off the tee. Any advice?

[@billganas467]

hit ur 3 wood

[@Setup4Impact]

Work with my series of drills which will improve your impact. It is easy to follow and will help you hit the ball much more consistently. More info at setup4impact.com/online/

[@johnkelly1434]

Great videos,i want to join!john kelly

[@Jackybug]

Where was this video filmed?

[@Setup4Impact]

Bonn, Germany where I used to live for a couple of years.

[@Jackybug]

@@Setup4Impact beautiful countryside.

[@ronaldhartswick13]

So where is the left hand supposed to be on the club

[@Setup4Impact]

At the top of the grip if you are right handed.

[@stevenfoster6521]

Would you recommend one length golf. Clubs so the Set up is the same no matter what iron you using

[@Setup4Impact]

I would try them first in a fitting. Many who buy them find out that the long irons do not hit the ball as long as they should. It is a good concept but you must verify that you are getting proper distance gaps between clubs.

[@richardcharles290]

I have a set of one length golf clubs, but I don't use them. If you've played even a couple of years, you already have a feel for gap length vs. 7 iron. You will have to adjust your whole mind set for what club you're using. They are all the same length, so all you have to do is add a little extra shaft lean and your 110 yard pitching wedge is now a 135 yard 8 iron flying over the green. The biggest problem I had was using the correct club. They really need to have the club number on the face (ala Big Bertha irons), because you will be stopping half way thru your swing to check if you have the right club. Sounds silly, but I often second guessed if I had pulled the right club. I guess it's a comfort issue for each person.

[@SpitSharp]

Thank you.

[@mondeogolf]

How far do you hit a 7 iron Kirk

[@Setup4Impact]

175 yards

[@Jackybug]

Was that video shot in Ohio or Florida?

[@Setup4Impact]

Bonn, Germany

[@billstroud5188]

Kirk, does this method also apply to driver and fairway woods?

[@Setup4Impact]

Yes of course!! Impact will always have the wrists uncocked regardless of club used.

[@davemessenger1944]

Same swing with driver??

[@Setup4Impact]

Definitely!!

[@willwill509]

How to hit with hybirds

[@Setup4Impact]

Same as a long iron!!

[@SUPaddict]

Great video. Where do you set the ball up in your stance?

[@Setup4Impact]

Along the same lines as most golf methods teach. Middle with wedges moving forward as the clubs get longer.

[@SUPaddict]

Kirk Junge Thanks! I have to say that your method has by far been the best for me! I’ve taken several lessons (private, Golftec, etc.) over the last 3 years and none of them stuck; I’ve continued to struggle with early extension and flipping the club. The single plane swing you teach is so intuitive; what also helps is that your videos are consistent in the techniques explained. Too often instructors try to bring new content by explaining new “fixes” that leads to so many swing thoughts. Thank you for staying constant!!

[@markusroads3779]

Looks like single plane swing, Mo Norman

[@Setup4Impact]

There are some similarities as I learned a lot from Moe. I do not stand as far away, or as wide and I move my legs far more effectively to create more power and accuracy.

[@jardinesydney9447]

I,m afraid i abandoned your method for a while now i,ve returned,i had a problem with my head moving forward at impact.using other methods,With single plane swing does it keep you more centred.S/j.senior citizen.

[@Setup4Impact]

You need to start with your head in the proper position and then learn to move properly without moving it side to side until after impact. I have a series of drills on the website that show you how to learn it. setup4impact.com

[@cerracarmine]

Sounds like Moe Which is great

[@Setup4Impact]

Not a lot to do with Moe, except of the orientation of the arms to club at setup. Grip is different, distance from the ball, leg action, and much more. Each person needs to find their own best swing, as Moe told me many years ago. “swing like you, not like me”. More on differences at kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKfOZGufecqhgdk

[@daniellindstrom9822]

Aren’t you teaching the Moe Norman swing

[@Setup4Impact]

The arm orientation to club is similar, but most other aspects are different. I used to teach his swing, but found that people only really improved a lot if the concept was customized for each person. Most need to stand closer, adjust the grip to fit, more narrow stance helps people turn better, as well as not restricting natural movement.

[@francisleblanc9207]

Check

[@peterguildford2133]

Tried this at the range today. Everything went low and left. Not for me it would seem.

[@Setup4Impact]

Most likely due to a strong grip, or early release you were closing the clubface. Many also do not get the setup correct even though it feels different.

[@peterguildford2133]

@@Setup4Impact Early release? Could be, I've been told optimum launch angle should be approx' half the loft of the club. I'm usually above that figure. Thank you, I'll try again.

[@brendanmuldoongolf9613]

You would have to change the lie angles of your clubs if you are going to move your hands higher

[@dahljerald2934]

are you an advocate of single length, single lie irons??

[@Setup4Impact]

I am not against the idea, but most people I see with the clubs hit many of them the same distance. So for some reason they hit the 5 and 6 irons the same distance, and often the wedges will also be about the same.

[@ehbenson2948]

Accent sounds like you are from “Bhaston”

[@Setup4Impact]

Hahaha...Had a terrible accent for a while. That video was from when I lived n Germany. So it is mix of Germany, and Minnesota...Hopefully the German accent is going away now that I have been back in the USA for a year now.

[@br4180]

Please turn up your volume cannot hear you

[@jalissatirado5381]

Raven is her

[@Nico_FMK]

Lots of bullshit here 😢

[@Setup4Impact]

If you would try it you would call it GOLD instead!!