Common Single Plane Golf Swing Questions (Part 1)

[@joerao1405]

I am a graduate of SP30 July 2024. A level 3 member. This particular video mindfully brings it all together. I will bring this to the course and range as the 1st part of my warm-up routine!!

[@timothymarley6122]

Mr. Graves, thank you! The domino effect is real. I have just begun my golf adventure this last summer. Trying to ingrain this swing. However I started to develop a slice on my irons and felt my club opening up on contact, I became very frustrated with no idea of what was going on. SoI started rewatching all of your videos. Short of it is, gripping your club after the tilt, solved it. Back to feeling confident on my swing with straight shots. Just that one little detail overlooked wrecked my swing. THANKS AGAIN. I really do believe simplifying your swing will increase consistency! Thanks for teaching!

[@j3ll3ymonst3r]

26 people prefer a more complicated way to play golf. Great videos Todd really appreciate them!

[@ToddGravesGolf]

You're welcome.

[@edmelisky774]

Todd, you explained the hook correction about mid conversation well. I hooked ball but had too strong a grip. The tilt first is the key! I gripped club then tilted. Can’t wait to try the tilt then grip. Thanks!!

[@bogieviews]

73 going on 74. In my 7th year of golf. Normal score for me was high 90's, sometimes over 100 (26 handicap). Every shot was a gamble, 30% or more were awful. Been working for 2 months on your method. Now normal score is low 90's, sometimes in the 80's. My awful shots are under 10%. Still struggling but I see real improvement. Thanks Todd.

[@annier6835]

I’m a 71 woman and I’m totally reworking my conventional swing to single plane. Significant improvement to game - and stress levels - in less than 3 weeks! Thank you, Todd, for your excellent tutorials. X

[@Adam1nToronto]

Wow! I'm the same. This swing looks like something I will try this year

[@jamesmusial9865]

Hit a bucket of balls today at range with single plane. First, my body felt fine. Second, my dispersion was excellent. Third, my distance was same with some longer than ever. 7 handicap 64 years old ,conventional swing since I started 7 years ago. What to change because my body was absolutely killing me the day after playing. Thanks for all your support.

[@gregdavies419]

Great video and instruction - I’ve recently reverted to a single plane swing and it’s really working for me . A lot of things you went over in the video really resonated with me - thanks 🤩

[@bufenuf642]

All hail Todd Graves. He is the OG! His dedication to Mr. Norman’s legacy and preservation and explanation of the method,allows us to be better golfers. Buy the book, ABT, and FOG club and immerse yourself into matching the model. Thanks Todd!

[@carlmeibergen8149]

Thank you Todd, the single plane swing has renewed my love for the game and the content you provide is a big part of that renewal.

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Nice to hear. Thank you.

[@jimmiedivine59]

First, this guy is a great communicater and teacher. From the get-go, I've easily understood the process, and been able to replicate the 5 basic parts. Get his book, study the videos. For most of us, this is the best swing. And easiest to learn by far.

[@zachleighton7896]

I found Todd's videos 4 months ago I have been golfing 30yrs never took a formal lesson but had great players show me technique shot high 90s very low 100. I have been working on this swing last 4 months yesterday hit all my drives straight shot2 birdies 5 pars. never felt more confident w my swing until now. thank you Todd thank you Moe!

[@golfkingtd7466]

You are so knowledgeable and so passionate about what you teach !

[@TheSweetloudo1]

Played a 9 hole Muni par 33 today and shot 3 over using the single plane swing. Missed 2 makeable birdie's. Its fun when you know where the ball is going! Keep up the great work Todd!

[@JoelCzap-pb6yn]

Just learning about the single plan swing! Love your references to the great MO. I stumbled upon the single plane swing naturally, I was at the range with extremely high tees which forced me to raise the club head and naturally straighten my lead arm. I was trying to hit up at the ball by lowering my trail arm which naturally gave me a body tilt. I was also trying a wider stance. I started hitting the ball straighter and longer than ever before. I am so excited to continue exploring and learning the single plane swing. Thank you for your pursuit of a repeatable golf swing, with less moving parts, so we can play more consistent golf! Joel from Toronto, Canada

[@m3mikec]

Great issues/solutions coaching lesson Todd. About six weeks in now and have never been more confident with your SP training and my improvement!! For me, my Driver improved first adding 30 yards (so happy). Footnote: I think the more likes you get the more KZbin shares your work. The reason I mention this is I went to 5 different teachers before your channel showed up. I noticed in many of your videos (older ones) that you didn’t as for thumbs up. I have 3 of your training aids now and I’m convinced in your SP instruction. I don’t even watch any other coaching videos. Thanks 😊

[@andyward2958]

Great stuff as always Todd. With regard to the "hybrid" swing, I have seen other variations of SPS made to work. And I don't actually think that you teach SPS anyway. I believe that you teach Moe Norman's swing (brilliantly!) and that SP is just one - albeit the fundamental -aspect of his swing. I tried for years and until I found you on KZbin, failed miserably to 'trap' Moe's swing. He was a great guy and a genius but couldn't teach for toffee. Your analysis of his swing is superb and your presentation of the results succinct and simple. As soon as I started to focus on the swing restrictions you identified it all clicked into place. Thank you so much.

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Interesting. Yes, restrictions or limits of body motion are the “bookends” of the swing. Without them you have no framework to work within. Thanks for the comment.

[@JohnnyLREACTS]

I can't believe it took me this long to find this. I seen Bryson D but didn't think I would try to swing like that. I'll tell you, after 30 years hacking it with conventional swing I finally broke down and called an instructor and took 2 lessons the other week. What I realized is that, I will need to practise and perfect the many nuances of the swing, especially with driver which I really struggled with. I think played a round and despite his sound instruction, was no better. I then immediately began looking around for help on youtube and came across this. I am so ready to try this and ditch all that nonsense which I feel I will never try get down pat. I haven't tried it but seen most of your videos since and I really want this to be the way forward for me. For life. What was interesting is that I noticed my friend with driver and he hits it well. He definitely had this swing as I noticed the outstretched arms and how different it looked. I think the other clubs too but noticeable with driver. He will hit a push fade or go dead right sometimes he doesn't have the technique down cold but he has this setup.

[@stef1359]

Thank you Tood ! I keep watching this video and every time I understand more and I see more details . You are a great teacher !! 👍

[@davidtempest263]

Hi Todd. Your advice about releasing the club head early,.. brilliant observation. It’s something I’ve struggled with for years and could never figure out the problem. It’s especially prevalent when I use my driver. And of course… with my driver I tend to turn my torso too far on the back swing, and then stop too soon on the downswing. Thank you for that insight.. amongst many others.

[@jamesgander7337]

Thanks Todd for what you do for golfer like me, for great way to hit the golf ball sps. Great video!!! Jim

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Thanks.

[@GrahamGrimmfile]

Hi I'm Graham Philp 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 ex pro been following your work and am a great fan . I have lessons for almost 10 years in Holland with a single plane system . Unfortunately due to people s non beliefs in this system stopped teaching. Keep up the good work I'm sure this system will improve the level of golfers worldwide 🙏🙏🙏💪💪

[@geemac979]

I can relate to incorrect tilt angle (over-tilting) and failure to keep my left knee flexed ( I had a straight lead or left leg) through impact. I took a video of my swing and immediately identified my outcome expectations would never be achievable because my swing faults, which emanate from failing to master each phase or step of the SPS, would always deliver poor results, and unhappy golf. Back to basics! My plan 1. Master each step by getting the bio-mechanics right 2. Create a fluid SPS by completing each step without consciously thinking about the process 3. Take my fluid SPS to the golf course (not the range) to hit golf balls that I regularly play (not inconsistent range balls) over measurable distance speeds. I’m working through step one and hoping to enter step two in a few weeks. Thanks Todd - keep the informative lessons and tips flowing.

[@bux46a]

I wish I had not seen this video ...WHY ? because I have other commitments and won't be able to get to the range for two days ... Tod this has answered so many questions some of which I didn't know to ask ..... .Fantastic is all I can say .. Thanks from the UK and as the American golf crowds say ..Your the man .. Thanks again

[@ronbo4756]

Coach Todd this video deserves an academy award for its right on the money content. Golf is a game for a lifetime as they say but only if its single plane as 2 plane was not for alot of us. (sore back) Lots of AHA moments in this video for me "time up the hands with the torso" pure Gold!

[@timothy742]

Todd - thank you for these videos and your detailed attention to the single plane. This video starting 21 minutes in (prox.), connected a few dots missing in my swing. As a single planer we begin straight legged and transition downward and finish against a braced leg looking sideways. In my current swing the transition forward does not include the downward, part I truly hope this is the missing DOT. Bty, I am 71, a veteran, 14.6 index with 20% use of my left hand and solely because of your hands being clamps description I chose your method and am very happy I did. If this dot will help in keeping my right foot on the ground and stop lifting up I could perhaps shoot my age before turning 94. Many thanks.

[@mikehoffman3142]

I was hitting good drivers and was toeing or thinning irons. Through the years I have probably straightened up to hit irons using the conventional swing and that was why I was toeing or thinning my irons. My thins were still getting up in the air and going straight. This video has helped me in a couple of areas. I went back to my old swing for one day and couldn't hit my irons at all. It was awful. This is the real deal, I just wish it wasn't the end of September in Michigan. I purchased your single plane trainer and one of your videos and they helped me. I will be buying your alignment and ball position board and setting up with all my clubs over and over this winter. Also, I have an armoire with a full length mirror in my living room that is very helpful. And, I have a yardstick marked with the distance each iron should be from my toe line. I line this straight out from the big toe on my trail foot and can see how far away from me each club should be.

[@alancarlyon3928]

Another great explanation of the swing Todd, so many keys one is having to put into place! I start my downswing with the butt of the club shaft at the ball like skipping a rock, as you once said in your earlier video's and this prevents me from casting etc! Many thanks Todd, you have helped me and am sure many others with all the time you put in in getting the one plane swing across to us golfers!

[@brianturille9784]

Thank Todd! the consistency and distance is outstanding. Its funny I used to have such a "beautiful swing" but consistency was lacking. No one comments on my swing but now just the result - which counts. LOVE the simple wrist turn upon address tip, so simple! Great work

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Thanks.

[@alancarlyon340]

Another great explanation of Moe's swing! Moe never took a divot - no dirt on my club he would state! Glad to have watched this video as I was tilting obviously after seeing your set up Todd! Many thanks!

[@T2green34]

I'm all in Todd. Been watching your channel. Just wanted to let you know I adopted it in a new time of golf focus since I can no longer play hockey with Covid. Practiced a few times and took single plane out on course a few weeks ago and shot my best round ever. Still working on it, thanks for your great content and enthusiasm towards your approach. Laughing with you with the comments of people that try it once and say it doesn't work.

[@papahajek5383]

Your "recalibrate your driver" exercise is made better with these detailed explanations. Thank you .

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Happy to help

[@bradleystereoguitaramplifi9616]

It's amazing how fun golf really is when you can hit the ball straight. This is working great for me!

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Great to hear.

[@robertbowen4019]

Again great golden material. Your SP teaching is gold standard but you've taken it up notches with the on course, real life golf scenarios. If you ever get the chance please do a teaching bit on "pelvic thrust" i.e. raising up out of front tilt on back swing. I do the chair exercise from Gold membership (it helps a lot), and I bought a SteadHead which also is very helpful, but when I record myself DTL, I STILL fight it ever so slightly and it's driving me nuts. Again, much appreciate all you do. Bob

[@jimdean9265]

Thank you - I was hooking the ball and could not figure out the correct way to straighten it out. I also struggle with trying to flex my left knee and when I do it seems like I do it too much and mess up my shot. I heard Moe say he pulls with his left and I do find that when I concentrate on pulling the shot with my left arm I can get better contact with the ball. I only wish I was starting this at a younger age because even at 59 your videos have improved my golf so much.

[@kenalmanza4590]

I started the change in June 2020. Its taken me 5 months and lots of swings into my golf net and at the driving range but I'm finally at the point that the swing feels natural. I've had the same swing for 38 years so it was difficult to stop setting up in the traditional setup, and I mean difficult. But over time, I started seeing results and I'm so pleased with the change. I'm improving every round now, not so much score, although that has improved, but my overall ball striking with every club. Especially my driving. I did lose some distance but I feel like I can get that back (and slowly its coming back) now that I have full confidence in the set up, ball position, and the club swing path. It's a much better world for me when I can hit the ball where I'm aiming!

[@BradyCrump]

Dude....you rock!! I bought your book, I’ve watched tons of your videos, and after two weeks of doing the single plane swing, I’m starting to see the magic! It’s starting to click, and I love it! And that tip about stopping the hook with set up is money! Can’t wait to try it!

[@GenesisG80]

Todd, what a great video! I have been working on my SP swing all summer at the range, but not quite getting it all correct You have touched on a number of points that will definitely help me get the rest of the way there to a correct SP swing! And, of course, you are absolutely right, if you do the SP swing correctly it does WORK! Thanks for this video!

[@ToddGravesGolf]

You're welcome. Glad to help.

[@gregorysivik5044]

Todd - good info on the bump and run when you need to land the ball in the grass or fringe in front of the green. When landing the ball “ON” the green, here are my findings on carry and roll out with different clubs: Lob wedge is 50% carry, 50% roll out. Pitching wedge is one to two (one in the air and two rollout), 9i is a 3:1 roll out, 8i is a 4:1 roll out, etc. based on a flat green. So a 20 yard chip or pitch to the hole (if landing the ball on the green in each case) has several options. Land a lob wedge 10 yards onto the green and let it roll out 10 yards. Land a PW 7 yards from the ball onto the green and let it roll out 14 yards (2:1 rollout). Land a 9i 5 yards on the green and let it roll out 15 yards (3:1), etc. Landing the ball onto the green is more consistent than landing into the rough or fringe of varying lengths and softness/hardness if that is an option. Much more predictable and consistent.

[@calebsnider4730]

I hit 10 balls yesterday into a patch of grass the size of a rug with my 8 iron from 165 this swing works if you practice it I can't wait to work on it more and more I think this will help me move from 8 handicap to 4 or even scratch

[@petegunns9275]

It takes dedication and want to change to see the results took me about 4,000 swings and I see them Moe's Great and a genius

[@Wooduck]

Guys save this vid and watch over and over. Use it as your in person lesson with Todd if you can't go see him. It's all there or here for you to digest. Another suggestion would be buy the alignment too Todd has which shows ball position, feet position and width. Had mine for years now and always use it while on the range. Also pay attention on how to move the lead shoulder position with the club your using by adjustment of the trail foot, that is a must or you will never be a one plane swinger. Stability as Todd describes is also one of the keys which will set the Dominoes up to fall in sequence. Keep this vid under lock and key it's all here!!!!

[@johnkeegan6646]

Excellent as always! Thanks!

[@francob54]

Thanks for making these videos Todd! I just started golfing 5 months ago and while I've progressed, it's been inconsistent with my best round of 18 only being 111 so far. My biggest problem has been ball striking. I stumbled across your videos recently and everything made plenty of sense so I tried the single plane swing for the first time the other day at the range despite friends who have been golfing for 10+ years trying to talk me out of it. And WOW what an impact it made! I was striking my irons straight and long, making great contact about 80-85% of the time. Previously I'd be anywhere from 30-40% on a rough day to 50-60% on my best day. I didn't fare so well with my hybrid, wood, or driver though. But I realized after watching more videos I was doing it wrong! My address was incorrect by lining up the club head to the ball, not in the center in front of me. And I wasn't lining up the ball closer to the shaft vs middle of club head. Makes sense why I seemed to get away with it on the shorter clubs but not the long ones. So I'm looking forward to getting back out to the range to make this correction and see if I can get the same basically instant gratification as I did with my wedges and irons. So thank you again!

[@ToddGravesGolf]

You are welcome.

[@francob54]

@@ToddGravesGolf Follow up note - made my address adjustment on the driver and BOOM I was hitting straight and long BOMBS at the range! I had been a serial slicer and problem solved thanks to the single plane swing! Playing 18 this weekend with the new swing for the first time, looking forward to it!

[@tims5204]

Todd, just had the best range session with my driver. I just kept hitting my positions and going back to the fundamentals. I hit the purest shot of my life and it was the best most effortless feeling. So much fun. The two tips that really helped me were not to over tilt and line the club slightly on the heel. I’ve never been so consistent. Thanks again. Single plane swing for life!

[@jimo6296]

Shorter backswing completely fixed my release issues with my irons! Great advice

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Great to hear!

[@ricodegranby]

Fantastic stuff Todd 2 bounces chip 💪🏼 and great to have a sum up of SPS important points. Helps a lot.

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Glad to help

[@ryanr.182]

yup! over rotation in the back swing. that fixed it. Hit 85% of fairways yesterday.

[@joakimnicander3763]

Same here..

[@scottwalker3822]

Gr8 stuff Todd really liked the idea chipping with the 9i. I did something similar with all my wedges, 7, 8 & 9 to find out what rolled out 75%, 50% & 25% really help get some consistency with the short game. 👍🏻

[@johnprice1914]

Love the content Todd..Thankyou for your input ..I think you have an amazing channel and I've learnt so much following your instruction..Your book also tells a story!.. cheers.

[@1959garbo]

Thanks for the tips Todd, I started using the single plane swing three months age and found an improvement straight away, but resentley I've struggled with hooking the ball now I know why. I mistakenly thought I could set up to the ball without going through the single plane routine, hopefully these tips will solve it.

[@braga786]

Thank Todd, that a really great explanation, I'm very happy with all your explanations Absa video of single plane it really helped to drop my handicap....thank you 🤗

[@garylow1049]

Many thanks Todd for all the tips 👍

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Very welcome

[@WilliamBenedict]

I am 71 and play 3 times a week. My handicap now is 17.8. I want to become far more consistent. I tried this swing for the firs time two days ago on the course. ( no range) I hit a lot of really straight balls. That was great. I had a few bad ones too of course. But I am hopeful that this will help me a lot.

[@brgolf252]

Todd, love the swing, been doing about 45 days, hitting irons sweet, getting straighter with driver. Only issue is short wedge shots, chips etc. Hard to get away from conventional, the for videos

[@ronseager7484]

Todd. Here in California your two bounce chip shot is very difficult on courses with Kikuya grass. Many times that first bounce will stop or backup. Need to use a much less lofted club and it can be a very tricky shot. I am in the process of converting to the Single Plane Swing. I am eighty years old and four months ago had a left knee replacement. Over the last four or five years my handicap has gone from an eight to beyond 17. The old swing does not work or feel comfortable. Hoping to get back to better golf through your system . Thank you for your series.

[@pdub2762]

Love it! Heading to the Kickingbird range soon to practice the early release. Ty sir💪

[@pdub2762]

Wasn't but half way through when i commented lol. This is a really comprehensive video. Ty big T🙏

[@nige99]

Great stuff Todd I've just ordered the book !

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Great. Let me know how else I can help.

[@nige99]

@@ToddGravesGolf one thing I don't really hear is the words fade and draw do you need these shots in golf anymore if you adopted this swing ?

[@paulhess4763]

I just subscribed. I will try anything! Too many swing thoughts and too many instructions so I am confused and getting worse. Let's see if this simplifies things and makes me play decent golf!

[@tjkrone]

10 finger’d all season. Very difficult to be consistent but much more power. Going back to overlap few rounds left. Learned and like a stronger grip. 💯

[@papavaliquette4978]

Tried 10 finger and feels great but I'm pulling shots left. Ordered some nontapered grips to try.

[@leamartinbirch4288]

Super to see Tod

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Thanks.

[@heythereguysitsMetro]

My big point of confusion is sidehill lies for sure. Especially lies where the ball is significantly above my feet. I don't think I ever hit it pure out of those, and I attribute part of it to just being unable to practice them. On the range, you never have that obviously, but I do think the single plain swing elements also make it worse for me. What do you do about spine tilt and ball position when you are on those slopey lies? Seems like if I try to keep the swing in-tact I usually end up popping the ball up if its in the rough, or hitting it fat otherwise. Seems like this is being covered in the next video though, so I am eager to see it!

[@JohnKimble-k8z]

Todd... Thanks for this video. I have completely transformed my swing to SP, but am still jumping. I recorded myself now hundreds of times and still doing it. I find this part of the swing the hardest to get down. I'll just have to keep working on it. I know that you aren't a big proponent of drills (per another video), but I'm currently struggling to understand what feel I should have without isolating this part of the swing and drilling the behavior I want. Any help on this would help. Thanks again for all the great content.

[@doug2993]

Just my 2 cents. I think the jumping is coming from wanting to crush the ball. While I'm not a proponent and neither is Todd, of "swinging easy", especially with irons. I would try dialing the swing back, think of like 80-85% of full power. So just take it down one notch, this could help eliminate that jumping. Also maybe practice "half swings", like try hitting an 8 iron only 100 yards. That kind of stuff.

[@robmccance]

Its good to have a method: understand it, believe in it, repeat it, play with it and enjoy the game. Then, maybe, people can get better.

[@timmiller4979]

Todd, I have a slight sway during my back swing. Please give me a cue or process to diminish this. Excellant video Tk Tim

[@pipebliss]

Hi Todd, I truly enjoy your videos. I watched Moe on the range in the 1990s and it was sensational. One comment... The swing you teach doesn't look any simpler than my conventional swing. It seems to have the same complications such as rotating the lower body, and the sequencing the upper and lower with the arms and getting the club face square at impact. I fail to see how the single plane is any easier than a conventional swing based on your videos and question and answer. It still seems to require a lot of ongoing range practice for proficiency.

[@ToddGravesGolf]

There are Five basic "biomechanical" reasons the Single Plane Swing that you see me using is easier. 1) the club starts and impacts on the same Impact plane - Reducing Shaft Lift. This makes it easier because it eliminates the variable of the shaft changing elevation thus the body moves less. 2) Because of the tilt of the body at address (side bend or side tilt) the trial hand is in a non rotational position. Reducing Rotation. Thus the trail does not rotate from address through impact. 3) The pelvis does not lift into impact thus reducing stress and compression on the back. Reducing stress. 4) Range of Motion Limits is a biomecancial term for the maximizing body's range of movement. The Single Plane swing positions the body to reach "limits" which makes repetition easier. You can find out more here :moenormangolf.com/store/products/the-laws-of-simplicity/

[@doug2993]

Great video brother, thank you!!

[@Tateclipz2011]

The Moe Norman vertical drop and horizontal tug has got me a believer. I tried this on the course and couldn’t believe the results. Your videos are also real helpful. I live in Broken Arrow and went to the range the other day. I intentionally slowed my left shoulder down and hit straighter after pulling a few. Do you still offer instruction? Who do you recommend for club fitting? Thanks! Bill K

[@sware3132]

for some reason i'm more comfortable using an 8 iron for chipping near the green. guys i play with can't believe how well i chip. most of them use a high loft wedge and are very inconsistent. i have been changing my swing to be more on a single plane and am having a lot of better shots, especially my driver, and am enjoying playing more. still have to work on hitting some of my other clubs more consistently.

[@Red-et2rd]

Thanks for a great video! I am hoping to take one of your week long classes here in Phoenix. I tried switching to the single plane swing about four years ago. When I first started I hit a lot of shots thin. Then it fell together. Ball was going right at the pin for many rounds. Now somehow I have done something wrong. The ball with most of my irons is either going straight right or a pull hook to the left. I know the right shots my club face is open to the path of my swing. And I am not sure why I pull hook the ball so bad. But when I place the club back down after a pull hook it is very closed.

[@barrycole4019]

Hi Todd, where do you look at the ball when addressing with an iron. some people say you should look at the ground ahead of the ball, what are your thoughts. I think Moe is great and i like the single plane swing regards Barry norwich uk

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Look in direction of the ball - peripherally, not focused.

[@michaeleyer8973]

You have great videos :-)

[@sammysouvan4738]

Hi Todd I try on single plan on the driver it really works for me plush it’s add 20 yards. I still work on the Irons it not working yet. Thanks

[@tinytoons2517]

Todd, love the content, have watched your swing, face on and down the line, any chance of getting a butt view of your driver and iron shots or am I asking to much . . .

[@stevesr4233]

Question??? Hello Todd, is there a feel of a dominant hand when striking through the ball...?

[@davidbaglivo7216]

Great Video, helps a lot on the tilt, I was over tilted..and the feel of a shorter swing instead of too much back swing. Do more of this type of video. Quick question, I purchased the Moe Norman Ball and stance alignment tool..the trail foot is lined up with the inside of your foot or just in the area that feels comfortable?

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Yes. I line it up with the inside of the (trail) foot.

[@davidbaglivo7216]

@@ToddGravesGolf thank you and enjoy your videos, just flew back to Jakarta from Cali, picked up the Moe Norman Alignment, looking forward to using it, single plane works for me, coming along slowly but improved a lot. Will be back to the States February, any One day or 3 day schools happening then? Cali, or Philly area??

[@ead2755]

Good info. Question: When you talk about stance width and ball position you do not mention club head position. I notice that you set the club face 2 to 4 inches behind the ball. Is this part of the standard address? How does this position affect the swing? Seems like it would create an early hip turn? Is your eye focus on the ball, club head or both?????

[@herbgoldstein5]

Happy thanksgiving Todd What would happen if stance width stayed the same for all clubs?

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Width changes effective loft at impact. So you would swing too much up on irons and too much down on woods.

[@herbgoldstein5]

@@ToddGravesGolf thank you👍

[@michelledenning4778]

Hi I am enjoying your videos and I am starting to practice this kind of swing but I have a question. At 2:05 in the video you mention the club is in line with your trail arm with the behind view but anytime there is a side view ,the club never looks aligned with the trail arm but always looks aligned with the lead arm. Am I misunderstanding something?

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Thats right. From the down the line view, the club aligns with the trail arm. From the face on view, it aligns with the lead arm. That is the ideal address.

[@michelledenning4778]

@@ToddGravesGolf okay thank you

[@lougiordani2401]

Where is your school located

[@carldavid9673]

Aloha Todd, from the Big Island of Hawai'i! Love the single plane swing, and after just using it once playing local muni course, I was amazed at how straight I hit the driver. The irons are another story, but I'll work that out on the range with your tips. But I have a question regarding knee pain: am I keeping the back foot planted for too long? Seems the pain arrived about the same time I started trying this method. Mahalo nui (thank you much) for any insight you can share!

[@mikeprigge2744]

I have knee pain also. I tried narrowing my stance. Doesn't work! Hope you get a reply!

[@levitateme]

hi Todd, is the pointing at the target after the follow through is finished essential to the swing, or just an hommage to Norman?

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Interestingly I’m watching Victor Hovland do it similarly. It’s a balance thing.

[@raybowles8587]

This is my 2nd year learning the swing. I tee up my driver on my toe and crush it, but when I hit my irons I push the ball to the right (right handed). I have a problem of getting square at contact and not hitting my irons solid. I am guessing I am moving to much to my left side. I did the same thing with the driver until I addressed the ball about 10" behind the ball. I address my irons the same way but still not hitting them straight. I am going to have my son video tape me.

[@malconsykes6704]

Tim do you have any drills that focus on hitting pure with your irons and woods?

[@Tees_Greens]

Are you coming to Phoenix anytime soon? Would love to get the chance to work on my swing if you do. How much are your golf lessons?

[@ToddGravesGolf]

I will be in Phoenix in two weeks. Email me at [e-mail] and we can arrange it.

[@Tees_Greens]

@@ToddGravesGolf I’m out of town and won’t be back till the 1st but I’ll shoot you an email. Thanks!

[@chuckrusinek4054]

by opening your front foot, wouldnt that allow your torso to rotate through the swing without having to think about it?

[@davegordon1769]

Thanks Todd! I have been trying to understand how the elbows are orientated at set up. Whilst my grip has been correct, I have always had both my elbows kind of pointing down at my hips. After watching your grip drill about 20 minutes in, My understanding now is that the lead elbow is more pointing toward the target or slightly left thereof. Would this be a correct evaluation. Thanks

[@anthonygeorge749]

Thanks for creating a video answering frequently asked questions. Many were questions I had/have as I continue through my journey to the feeling of greatness. May I ask you if there are any drills you recommend in order to get comfortable with the overlap grip? I feel most comfortable when I interlock but do notice my wrists are closer together with the Vardon grip which I understand you recommend. Is the answer to simply continue to practice with the overlap grip until I am comfortable with it? Thank you in advance!

[@jeffthompson806]

you're the only guy on the range and the course

[@ZDUTCH1]

OMG I am such a turd. I was lining up the club single plane to my leading arm. It seemed liked it worked but yeah...gotta hit the range with this new info in first 5 minutes LOL. Thank you sir!

[@stephenmcdaniel6012]

I see you set up with the club already behind the ball how do you know your the right distance between ball and club and your hosel is perfectly in line with the ball thank you

[@doug2993]

If you look in a mirror at yourself, "from down the line", your right forearm will be on the same plane as the club shaft, a little space also between the left(higher) and the right forearm(lower). When in this position and the club soled properly, that will be your approximate distance from ball. Also, very little, if any bend of the knees.

[@simonthorpe2692]

Quick question: with the club slightly back of ball each time, are you still looking at ball throughout swing?

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Look at the ball and then swing through the ball.

[@golfcrank]

Thanks Todd. I don’t understand where you’re going with grabbing your left bicep to restrict the forearm from rolling into a closed hook position. Once you’re in the downswing what will stop it rolling closed and the resultant hook note that you are no longer holding the upper arm? Because that’s exactly what happens to me, I just roll that lead arm closed and away it goes into the left rough or water or bunker 😱

[@ToddGravesGolf]

When you grab the bicep, you are allowing the forearm to go into "its" full range of motion. When you swing, your tilt and torso movement restrict the bicep - and then your forearm reaches "full range" and squares the face. Make sense?

[@Sueezedtight]

@@ToddGravesGolf AND that fixed my pull/hook problem. Occam's razor . ;)

[@golfcrank]

Todd Graves after a few re-reads of your comment and repeating in front of the mirror YES I understand. It’s amazing... if I lose my tilt then the upper arm disconnects from the chest which destroys the restriction and thus allows the forearm to roll into a closed position. Amazing!!! I hadn’t realised how important was the tilt and connection to the chest. Thank you for taking the trouble to explain. Now I should be able to confidently square the club face without fear of rolling into a pulled hook which was my standard shot. 🙏

[@Sueezedtight]

@@golfcrank I played today, "grabbing my bicep" before every shot. No hooks, a couple of wedge pulls and a 77 with 4 putts left on the green. Every element plays its role and when we get our positions right, it is a thing of beauty. Thanks to Moe and "Little Moe", we can all achieve that feeling of greatness. :)

[@tAkg-bk3qt]

Hi, It sounds interesting but please tell me where i can find how to train that swing. Dont find a training guide 🤔

[@ToddGravesGolf]

You can purchase the book here: www.amazon.com/Single-Plane-Golf-Swing-Better/dp/1612541925/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+single+Plane+Golf+Swing&qid=1593645011&sr=8-1

[@gregmyhre3758]

At address what is the recommended weighting ? Balls or heels or other? Thank you

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Balls of feet at address.

[@juanurielreyna799]

How do you aim with the single plane swing Todd?

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Really well.

[@patrickkennedy6886]

i have a question , when you grip the club and take your address and put the club on the ground is there a bend or bow in your left writ or is it sqaurd or cupe

[@williephelan6970]

What distance do you hit your driver

[@ToddGravesGolf]

275 in the air.

[@doug2993]

@@ToddGravesGolf That's really good! I had a challenge with my bro the other day on driving the ball onto a 275 yard par 4. I got my third ball to roll up about 4-5 feet from stick, passed the hole at less than a foot. Of course I missed the eagle putt. Lol I crushed that drive to get that distance, a crush for me at least.

[@kierongreen9789]

Great thankyou.K.G.england.

[@ToddGravesGolf]

You are welcome.

[@georgegonczarek2501]

With your driver and other clubs, what distances are the club heads from the ball. I m having a problem with the distances for each club

[@ToddGravesGolf]

Distance from the ball from toe line to ball or how far is the clubhead "behind the ball" with each club? Please clarify.

[@roncelano7861]

My swing thought is to never let the arms outrace the body. That thought prevents early release for me.