Easiest Swing In Golf For Seniors - Brian Sparks at 67

In this video, Brian Sparks, age 67, shares the easiest swing in golf for seniors. The easy swing allows seniors to play with the same speed and power as younger golfers, and it's the perfect swing for anyone looking to improve their game.
So if you're looking for the easiest swing in golf for seniors, look no further than this video! Brian Sparks will show you the simple, yet effective, swing that you need to start playing like a pro!
Easiest Swing is all about playing golf in a more natural way and looks to free golfers from contrived and awkward positions in their effort to conform. We believe all golfers have an in-built “Easiest Swing” and way to play, once released from conventional “rules” their golf swing and game becomes more repeatable and comfortable.
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[@careymountcastle6525]

Manuel de la Torre, Earnest Jones and Brian Sparks. Outstanding!

[@dry509]

You have a gift sir. I have been trying, practicing for a long while now and can’t do that.

[@rodgalilee7946]

swinging easier than ever, i still aim to get that fluidity. Thanks for inspiring me.

[@Easiestswing]

Thanks, Rod, your comments are most rewarding.

[@kentkraft5898]

I’m 70 and been playing three years.....for me this swing works by reducing tension and really helps with my timing and tempo , allowing for more consistent ball striking ...and that makes golf really enjoyable. Thank you Mr. Sparks.

[@Easiestswing]

Hi Kent, it is very rewarding to hear how the Easiest Swing is helping you to enjoy your golf more. That’s exactly what it’s designed for. Brilliant! 🙏🙏

[@skyslut1]

I was lucky to play 18 holes with Brian a couple of weeks ago, and I personally witnessed him hitting a 300-yard drive. Now, not all of his drives were this long, but he was never trying to hit it far. On average I would say he hits it around 240-260, making it look like no effort went into it.

[@Easiestswing]

Thanks, Pavel. It did come out when least expected and I seem to remember that it was against the wind. How does the old Scottish adage go; "Into the breeze, swing with ease?"

[@dry509]

@@Easiestswing I am lucky if I hit it 150. You are gifted.

[@dwit1777]

Fantastic!

[@Easiestswing]

Thank you!

[@randythomas8738]

... great stuff! It is an effective swing alternative. I'm 70, thin build, weigh 156lbs and with this swing approach I effortlessly carry my 7i 150yds and regularly hit my driver 235-240 and online. My playing partners are mystified with where that speed comes from, with my relaxed lazy action. For me at least, it clearly relies on relaxed muscles maximizing centrifugal force. There also is an emphasized cocking, uncocking and recocking action that releases that centrifugal force--think snapping a whip. But that's just my experience of it. Have fun!😊

[@Easiestswing]

Randy, it sounds like you understand Easiest Swing better than most! Fantastic work and keep mystifying your friends with your easy and effortless power (or perhaps point them to our channel)😁

[@homebizsupport]

I know that when my shots go wrong it is always because of tension. If I can relax, it all comes good. Brian has one of the smoothest and relaxed swings I have ever seen. And there is no reason at 76 why I can't emulate that. That is the objective.

[@Easiestswing]

Trevor Colvin couldn’t agree more. Tension is the killer. Awareness of that is essential to progressing in a relaxed direction. I’ve been talking about it for years and it seems to be getting through at last. Many thanks, Brian

[@jukkakymalainen]

Nice to see that you are still going strong 💪😊 I have read your book and keep it always my guide line. If my swing starts hurting or i have to use too much force then i'm doing something wrong. I still have many thousands swings to do 😉

[@Easiestswing]

Thanks, Jukka. Keep up the painless swing.

[@Easiestswing]

Thanks Juka, I'm delighted to hear that.

[@luismira9644]

I recommend every amateur golfer to check Brian videos and at least give his method a try. Hi Brian from Alicia and Luis from Alicante... still dancing you way!

[@Easiestswing]

Hi Luis, I remember you and Alicia for our 3 days together at Manston a few years ago. I'm delighted to hear that you're both still dancing! Thanks for your positive support.

[@ElvisPriscillaPresley]

Nice swing. Great tempo and rhythm.

[@Easiestswing]

Thanks Elvis. Just play golf like you sang!!

[@ericb124]

Brian changed my golf swing for the better. His swing taught me how to turn with balance and rhythm. And for that I am eternally grateful. I've never enjoyed the game of golf more. Thanks Brian: not only for the swing change, but for the attitude change too!!

[@Easiestswing]

Thanks, Eric. I think that some people miss the point of the easiest swing because they are looking for something more technical, more prescriptive and more in line with their hopes of finding 'the secret.' There is nothing better than improving your chances of swinging the club well and you have certainly achieved that. Well done and many thanks for your insightful input.

[@keithriley9643]

Fantastically smooth and effortless. I try very hard to emulate that swing.

[@Easiestswing]

Hi Keith, that's fine but you have to let it come as trying hard is not a virtue!

[@keithriley9643]

Easiest swing Busted!

[@cynt1111]

For all you doubters out there, i’ve been a cat. 1 golfer for 20 years, had a 4 year lay off due to injury. only able to play again because of this method, last year i won an open at the 2nd most difficult course in Scotland with the wind howling. I hit it 220-230 max. hit every fairway , if i couldn’t reach i didn’t try to, wedge and putter then come into their own. No aches and pains.

[@Easiestswing]

Brilliant, Timmy!! Many thanks for sharing that with us.

[@cynt1111]

Still doing it now, just played 2 rounds at one of Nottinghamshires most prestigious golf courses in 5 and 6 over par at 63 year old with every injury under the sun. Thank you Brian.

[@cynt1111]

Hint , it’s in a forest and Robin Hood lived there.

[@MochiChuru]

We all thank Brian for generously sharing his gift and wisdom. Legend.

[@zwissig]

Nice philosophy. Very like Shawn Clement's move called the Elephant walk. Forward press and then allowing the hips to move corretly. Nothing wrong in that swing. Body friendly like you said. Thank you for sharing.

[@Easiestswing]

Merci, Gregoire.

[@richardc6932]

You don’t know what you are missing until you try Brian’s method. After reading his book several times and practicing this swing I enjoy my golf much more due to less back and joint pain. Helps straighten my shots out a little more as well. 👍👍👍

[@Easiestswing]

Hi Richard, your comments are music to my ears as an author of my book. Many, many thanks, Brian

[@matthewnystrom6504]

I was curious how much lateral movement off the ball on the backswing you feel happens before making repetitive solid contact becomes difficult

[@jandmmarlow1]

Hi Brian, I can see why you hit it so far with such a relaxed swing. When I stopped your video downswing I could see that you have much more lag on your downswing than

[@Easiestswing]

But James, I get it naturally via motion and relaxation not by trying to do it.

[@Easiestswing]

I do agree that it’s wasted energy trying to do that. It will cause you more harm than good. Moving well and total relaxation are the keys.

[@chriscunningham4383]

I agree have asked many times for shots to be hit using trackman or similar.

[@dennisobrycki4029]

i like the idea behind Easiest Swing and believe it works. I just dont understand the hesitance in showing trackman stats

[@chriscunningham4383]

This is also worth watching. www.flowmotion-golf.com/media.html Developed by Bill Owens in about 1991, very similar He does in one of his videos some data using trackman It’s the method I now adopt. Also google How to Find Your Natural Golf Swing, brilliant video

[@chriscunningham4383]

This is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHTSpol-eN5kndE Pro trained in the Flowmotion Golf

[@rankinscatering7409]

Hi Brian, nice to see you swinging again. Dubai is unrecognisable from my days working there in 1980. I notice that you play the irons back of centre, also that your irons seem to address the ball with an open face, would you clarify for us? Hugh

[@Easiestswing]

Hi Hugh, you are right on both points but these are things that I have found to be useful and effective for me. Easiest Swing is not a 'method' so I don't tell everyone to do what I do. What I will say is that playing the ball further back makes it easier for older golfers and those of us with bad backs to strike the ball well. A position further forward is ok when you have the flexible hips of younger players but not so easy for us oldies. The open club face is my way of preventing an old habit of closing the club too early and pulling it left. I hope this clarifies these issues. Best wishes Brian

[@johnchetcuti9960]

Many Golfers at his age are very good. Brian is a great teacher too. I where this video was taken ?

[@Easiestswing]

It was filmed on the 18th tee at Canterbury Golf Club in Kent, UK.

[@Trueblue222]

Hello Brian , I attended one of Julian Mellor's Easiest Swing one day courses and find your style of swing to be far more relaxing and consistent than that of the PGA style template. I've read some of the critical comments on here and feel that you are far too diplomatic in your responses. I'm not advocating being rude but there are enough testimonials to the Easiest Swing methodology to suggest that it works very well, and yes I used the word methodology because there is great method in it. I personally am hitting it further and more consistently because I'm striking it with the sweet spot more often , and more importantly because I'm not encumbered by numerous swing thoughts. It is far more repeatable and definitely more accurate. I would encourage some of your critics to watch Julian Mellor's videos of the same methodology to watch a relatively young man hitting the ball with considerable impetus. Julian was easily driving the ball 200 yards plus on the day that I attended his course and with a very relaxed , languid swing. Sean Herron , another of your instructors , has posted a video where he steps out the yardage to his ball , struck with an eight iron. It's a shame that there are so many naysayers on here but most of us value your instruction. Keep up the good work.

[@Easiestswing]

Thanks, Eno. I always look to deal with the doubters with some degree of diplomacy because, when I started to put videos on KZbin, I received a few (only a few!) negative comments. I exchanged some views with them but soon discovered that they had a pre-decided agenda and just wanted to be aggressive. I s=decided to not get sucked into their negativity. If you've read my book you'll remember that people fit into one of two categories; drains or radiators. The secret is to never let the 'drains' (the negative people) steal all you energy from you. Keep the company of 'radiators' who leave you feeling energised. Harvey Pennick was asked by Ben Crenshaw to give him and Tom Kite some advice on the eve of their first tournament; he said, "always dine with good putters!"

[@johnnymac2201]

Brian, can you talk about ball position. Particularly how you seem to play it farther back in your stance than most pros recommend.

[@Easiestswing]

Sorry, John, I only just found your review and will cover this topic in my next video on 29 June. For now, I play the call further back in my stance because it is easier on my back. I haven’t got the flexibility to reach the ball off my front foot any more! Thanks for the question. 🙏

[@wendellkristofak642]

Brian since Julian has gone out on his own, are you still,teaching? Are you planning any new videos? Thanks as always.

[@Easiestswing]

Yes, Wendell, I will be starting to coach again from 6th April and will do some videos soon but I am also working on a new project which is the formation of the Easiest Swing Club for Seniors. I will not be flooding KZbin with too many videos but will continue to put things out with the sole objective of simplifying the game.

[@vinceschiavo5385]

Brian WILL still be doing this at 77 and, I suspect, at 87 too!

[@Easiestswing]

Thanks for your confidence!

[@jamespark3399]

Great video. Question. Right elbow in backswing. Does it stay close to right side or allow it to move away? Thanks😊

[@Easiestswing]

Great observation James, tension free is the goal. The right elbow remains close without being locked or restricted from moving naturally.

[@jandmmarlow1]

Hi Brian, I stopped your video in the downswing and can see how you get so much distance with a relaxed swing.. you get more lag than just about anyone I have ever seen. Wonderful swing. I have read that most of us mere mortals would be wasting our time if we tried to increase lag. Do you agree? I have a tendency to caste so that is the opposite.

[@Easiestswing]

Hi Jim, I did try for lag, or the late hit as it was called in those days, but, as you will remember from my book, it was disastrous. The lag I now have is down to a very relaxed and unhurried start to the downswing combined with freedom through the ball, ie my head leads the way.

[@liverpooldragons]

Such a chilled out swing... Looks like he is on Valium. Such a nice Xanax swing!

[@Easiestswing]

Hi Ben, many thanks fir your comment. No, I'm not on valium just the odd glass of red wine!! May I ask what Xanax is?

[@davidgroom9667]

There is a guy at my club who is 82 and still playing of 16. It’s great this guy is swinging away - but 67 isn’t old!!!!!!!

[@Easiestswing]

Hi David, I'm delighted to agree with you, This video was only to show the comparison between 60 and 67.

[@12496k]

💥💥💥

[@Easiestswing]

🙏

[@2Eaglez]

Perhaps it was the camera angle, but it looks as though Brian’s setup has the ball about a ball or so behind the center of his stance when he hit the irons. And, Brian is not old at 67, I am 71 and have been playing golf since I was 12.

[@Easiestswing]

Hi Phil, yes, I do play the ball further back in my stance as it takes stress away from my back and hips.

[@bh5606]

Would like to see his results.

[@ianlogan8856]

Hope

[@lawrencecirillo3233]

Is it the angle Philip and Sean, or is his ball position further back than “normal”, and is that a “fundamental” of The Easiest Swing?

[@Easiestswing]

Well spotted Lawrence, it is however just the camera angle! Ball position is no different in Easiest Swing.

[@dry509]

Nice swing. Wish I could do it. Not easy?

[@dennisobrycki4029]

Can we see launch monitor for these shots? Interested to know swing stats and how far these shots are going. Thanks

[@Easiestswing]

Interesting comment, Dennis. Isn't the swing and it's style enough for you and does it really matter how far I hit the ball? As long as I hit it soeymhwrer straight and have a good short game I can really enjoy myself.

[@vegas005]

@@Easiestswing No. Dennis asks a valid question. For instance, the driver was poorly struck...is this normal or a one off? Trackman tells few lies----

[@Easiestswing]

One of these drives was a bit low and left but my objective is not to prove that what I do produces perfect, long shots, nor that I am a great golfer. My ethos is to give golfers other options for developing an enjoyable, effective and body-friendly swing as opposed to the standard and traditional one-dimensional one.

[@dennisobrycki4029]

@@Easiestswing If it takes someone six strokes to just reach a green on a part 4 , I do not think they would consider that fun. There is a balance and distance is indeed a factor in enjoying the game. I don't understand why you would not want to share trackman stats .

[@Easiestswing]

But most people GAIN length (and fun) by adopting the Easiest Swing philosophy so surely that's more important than me showing off my stats.

[@Mutant_11]

Head still moving, arms bent, no coil. Yep, looks good.

[@Easiestswing]

You got it! Thanks.

[@Mutant_11]

The folks that want stats have something to prove, that their way, whatever that is, is better. Then they want to comment about how 67 isn't old. Well young feller, when your body starts breaking down 37 can feel like 97. Try to show a little respect to a man who is showing you a better way. When you have trouble twisting and turning in that damnable swing you use when you're our age try and tell us then how 67 isn't old. Keep using the modern swing and one day you'll be looking for these videos hoping to find a way to still play golf as well as you think you do now because the modern swing ruined your back just like it did Tiger's. Wisdom should tell you to avoid that problem but wisdom is so hard to acquire, isn't it young feller.

[@Easiestswing]

I appreciate your support, Martin. There is no-one as blind as those who don't wan't see!

[@FredCDobbs-er4qd]

Martin, that was a great comment to see. I look at the thumbs up or down and I see 29 thumbs down. Now, how can that be? What is there not to like? To me, nothing at all. I like the quiet without the constant blabber about what my left elbow is doing. This is so unbelievably simple that 29 people just won't believe it no matter what. They want to know "how far". Bad golfers always think about how far. All this man is doing here is turning to his right and turning to his left. Well, I got news children, that's about 95% of golf right there.

[@Easiestswing]

@@FredCDobbs-er4qd Thanks, JR, for your comments. The 29 thumbs down go to show how indoctrinated some people are in the modern swing. They can't believe that it can be so simple. This said, I am more concerned with the 312 who liked it and to seeing this number growing so that more people can enjoy the game that I love and that has underpinned my life. All the best, Brian

[@BroncoYeller]

Looks pretty. But I want my drives to fly more than 160 yards.

[@Easiestswing]

Easiest Swing will often unlock extra yards for golfers kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnyVq5KLnct2m9k

[@BroncoYeller]

@@EasiestswingOk, I stand corrected. I must say, your setup is a thing of beauty. So is your swing if I'm being honest. I need to give your method more respect - and attention. My humble apologies...

[@scottsanders2641]

major flip at :59, but whatever...I guess its better than not playing at all

[@Easiestswing]

It sure is!

[@jardinesydney9447]

In my opinion it,s not only for senior golfes,the modern swing is too complicated it is better to copy the older swings,the P.I.G. swing or Manuel De La Torre or Bob Toski,easier and less complicated.S/J.

[@Easiestswing]

I couldn't agree more!

[@motty147]

Great slow motion, full shoulder turn with no effort.

[@Easiestswing]

Thanks, Motty

[@gemmabromham4904]

what is the forward press you do Brian and how do you do it?

[@Easiestswing]

Hi Gemma, I learnt this when I was young mainly because everyone did it as a way of starting the swing. I don't think about it any more and it is just a part of the way I like to keep moving whilst addressing the ball. Internally, I am 'in movement' and never stay too still as this encourages tension to creep in.

[@gemmabromham4904]

Thanks Brian. That is useful information. I'm going to use it.

[@Easiestswing]

Brilliant!

[@georgegonczarek2043]

So at 69, how far can u hit your driver on the fly< and what is the swing speed of the clubhead. Curious

[@Easiestswing]

It depends a lot on how my body is and especially my back as this determines how freely I can get through the ball. 220 yards is about average with club head speed 85-90 mph.

[@georgegonczarek2043]

@@Easiestswing 72mph is my best and 200m if I'm lucky

[@Easiestswing]

@@georgegonczarek2043 how old are you George?

[@georgegonczarek2043]

75 and 88kg

[@Easiestswing]

@@georgegonczarek2043 🙏 and what shafts do you have in your clubs, steel or graphite, what flex?

[@stryderpreside]

Do you put the ball dead center of your stance on every club

[@Easiestswing]

No. It is just further back than traditional thinking has been saying. This is much easier for seniors and something I discovered for my own golf and ageing body but it also fits the Easiest Swing philosophy.

[@stryderpreside]

I think it’s because you then don’t have to get so far on your left foot to make solid contact. I have started lining my driver up dead center and work my way back with each club. Kind of a feel thing. Great job Brian.

[@Easiestswing]

@@stryderpreside totally agree. Well done. I love it when I help golfers find their own way. 🙏👏

[@stryderpreside]

The key was finding myself out over my skis, literally and falling forward on the follow thru. In reality, the change is less than an inch between where the club is at setup and where it is at impact. That’s all you need to move to the left side when the ball is in the “right” place. FYI I setup on the toe so I hit in the sweet spot plus I move the club back 3-4 inches right before the back swing

[@Easiestswing]

@@stryderpreside I also address the ball off the toe for the same reasons and Moe Norman started the swing with the club head about a foot behind the ball.

[@danielcastresana2379]

everyone go try a one plane Moe Norman swing. Effective and easy. Bryson Dechambeau is more powerful but easy on the body too. I believe there swings the way to go in terms of less rotation and getting the most out of what you got.

[@Easiestswing]

By all means try the one plane swing. After all, Moe Norman was a great striker of the ball and Dechambeau is a great golfer. However, take care to develop your own swing rather than trying to fit to someone else's formula or to copy a tour player..

[@petersegelstrom3816]

67 is not old, he looks more like 80 with that swing exercise. I am 65 and hit my driver most time 275 yards and many of my friend do the same. Offcorse the golf isn’t only power is more short game to scores good but come on 67 isn’t old is it the new 50🏌️‍♂️😎

[@Easiestswing]

Hi Peter, thanks for your comments. You're right, 67 is the new 50. Aren't we lucky!

[@seancoxe3577]

You and your friends fool yourselves, but not us. Multiple independent studies of tens of thousands of amateur golfers reveal that even 0-5 handicap golfers average about 230 off the tee. I've played for over 30 years, and have yet to play with anyone who hits it over 250--and then only when they catch one on the screws on closely mown fairways. Better get back to GolfWRX with the rest of the dreamers.

[@Easiestswing]

Wise and truthful words, Sean! It's easy to see why so many people are looking for stats to prove this or that rather than just looking for a swing that gives them consistency and enjoyment. I played the tour in the early 1970's surrounded by lots of great golfers who hit the ball about the same distance as I did, Sam Torrance, Eamon D'Arcy and many more. Yes, you need 300+ yards now to compete on the main tours but you don't need that, as you say, to play to a very low handicap or to simply enjoy your game. Most golfers would do far better to spend their time practicing the short game where they really can make a difference to their scores.

[@rankinscatering7409]

Isn't there a swedish chef on the Muppets?

[@hakirk1]

Gentlemen, now that I’ve turned 77 I find 75 to be the new 50 and I’m going to try again to develop the easy swing Brian played with.

[@ThePNWRiderWA]

One of the fallacies is you can’t play good golf as we age. We can and not get injured by a swing as you demonstrate. I am 62 and I can’t or want to swing like a Justin Thomas. I would be at the osteopath the next day if I did ( or even could ) we have to be kind to our body and preserve it as best we can for many rounds. No we can’t pit as far as at 20. Just keep the ego in check and move up a tee box.

[@Easiestswing]

Couldn't agree more!

[@jukkakymalainen]

Very good comment 👍 Like you said Justin Thomas, Dustin Johnson, Tiger Woods etc... are top athletic players. They probably would throw Javelin 80 yards or frisbee 100 yards. Most off us cant do it 😅

[@garthdownton8645]

No! Back tees on most courses for me or quit! 62, major cancer surgery and six months of gruelling chemo three years ago!

[@peterbrewer1822]

Just look at the guy in red shorts along the mats. He's full of effort and tension. How not to do it!

[@Easiestswing]

Yes, quite a coincidence that he was behind me and useful to highlight two completely different ways of playing the game. All you have to do us make you own choice. Well spotted in any case. 🙏

[@kenanthony1202]

Coming in to impact, your eyes are looking past the ball. Is that something you teach?

[@Easiestswing]

It’s something that I have found very helpful in turning fully through the ball and I do advise it for some students. It still depends on each individual case but it is far, far better than keeping the head down too long!

[@alansmith7071]

Is he as good as OMP?

[@Easiestswing]

Sorry, wish I knew who or what OMP is.

[@alansmith7071]

@@Easiestswing kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3ypkp-KgauMaLs

[@Easiestswing]

Thanks, he makes it look so simple (which it is)!

[@SuperRogers007]

No way omp all the way 😁

[@richardc6932]

Seems that OMP (Old Man Pat) of Golf Vlogs.UK fame continues to practice the points that Brain has advocated for years, a fluid swing, good rhythm and without tension. OMP known as the “ Fairway Finder” keeps the ball in play because of this swing. I am sold on Brian’s method as well as those taught by Julian Mellor, the Easiest Swing Coach.

[@Leo-eb1wl]

nice easy swing, but the behind shot of the driver was almost a complete miss. about as healy as you can get, slow the video down and you will see what i mean.

[@Easiestswing]

Actually, it wasn't that much off the heel but the club was a bit shut at impact and I hit it bit low and a bit left. I decided to keep it in the video rather than taking it out. So many videos on YT are false in the sense that the author's take out anything that isn't perfect. I am more concerned by what you see and having positive effect on how golfers swing the club. I, for one, am human and do hit imperfect shots.

[@trythinkingforachange4201]

looks more like 87 than 67, but whatever works. Go for it.

[@tugwilson2294]

A totally rude and unecessary comment. You have no idea about Brian's health or the journey he has been on for many years. I suggest you try thinking for a change.

[@rankinscatering7409]

@@tugwilson2294 Well said

[@Spudroe]

Try chemotherapy some time and see what it does to your "look". Really man (or woman), why even comment.

[@golfer1725]

Snore

[@Easiestswing]

Of course, if it bores you why would you watch it!