Modern Release Vs Old School Release!! Simple golf tips

[@AlexElliottGolf]

Modern vs old school - when did you first learn to play golf!?

[@dennisyoung3858]

48 years ago.

[@grahamallan101]

Been playing for a while now. Started late but been playing for about 15 years. I would say my swing would be modern as I try to have a strong club face and turn the body.

[@andydalton5335]

About 11 weeks ago 👀😂

[@kellilovski]

16month ago

[@andyg1347]

Back in 95

[@gibsonguitarplayer]

Just found this!!!! I’m 68 years old. Grew up with the traditional swing. The body swing is now tough to do…and the traditional swing is making me hook!!!!

[@ronhudson7298]

Win, playing over 50 yrs, Fred Couples my fav swing. Nice tip thx.

[@michaelromaner4601]

Alex, this is a wonderful and very clear analysis of the modern versus Traditional Swing. Helps me tremendously. Way to go. I started playing when I was about 11 years old, which is when I first started caddying. I quit golf for about 40 years and now I'm an avid golfer once more. I would describe my swing as traditional.

[@nbargolf]

"WIN" Totally agree, At 78 I have problems with the modern swing. I have been trying to get more arms and wrist into my swing. Hopefully getting back some lost distance. I know it will be less accurate but I can live with it. Shot my age 2 weeks ago wohoo.

[@amattsmith]

Win. Winner winner chicken dinner! Started in high school. Didn’t play for 15 years or so. I started back a few years ago. Definitely have the golf bug now. Working on modern stack and tilt swing.

[@courtneyroy270]

I started playing golf when I was 18, which is rather a long time ago, the old traditional swing was for me to much like hard work compairing to the modern swing I have learnt in the last year.from yourselve, so for me the big👍 for what we have been taught now, thanks alex

[@joetroupe893]

I have been working on the body swing (new) after 60+ years of arm swing(old) with discouraging results. Your demonstration of the hip turn is the clearest I have seen. Thanx. I will try that tomorrow to see if it will keep my ball from fading . I always fade the ball if I don’t get them 45° to the left by the time the club makes contact. Straight as Robinhood’s arrow when I do make the 90° turn from right to left.

[@kenkohl2181]

I’m 70 yr old, started playing 47 yr ago. I like Morikawa’s and Rahm’s swings.

[@mikaelnyman143]

I started 5 years ago at age 55. Struggling with the old swing. After looking your videos and a lot of practice I have improved the new swing and lower my hcp with 10 p in just couple of months. So thanks a lot Alex for all your tips.

[@Uhjustjoe]

Win! I'm 53, started 3 years ago. Short, heavy, back and shoulder injuries. I had no idea how differently these things work. Just trying to put together a consistent swing. Probably closer to traditional. I like Spieth's look.

[@stevenbennett4210]

Started when I was 8. We lived on a lake and my Dad would take us to the course by boat. One spring I got a 5 lb. carp with my 9 iron. I'm now 70 and still doing the drills my Dad taught me. I have to say Alex, the more I watch you the better my game has gotten. Your a fabulous instructor.

[@murraygoodman7479]

Hi Alex, I think your expiation between traditional and modern is the best I have heard. In fact you are the only one I have ever heard that has shown the difference. As I have gotten older I am like most trying to get more distance. To your point I think I got caught between both swings. At 75 I think it’s best to stay with traditional. Unfortunately I have had some injuries and require surgery but I am determined to play good golf again. I enjoy your videos. Thanks for the great and simple lessons. Best, MG

[@AlexElliottGolf]

You are very welcome!

[@angelmaldonado6464]

Started learning golf in 1988 (at 33yo). Started playing in 1989. Old school swing with reverse C caused a lot of back issues. I first eliminated the reverse C around 1995. I was a slicer & couldn’t draw the ball at all. Never had lessons but I started closing the face a little to reduce slice & developed a controlled hard fade which also came with a bad pull hook at times (3 of 10 swings). It wasn’t until around 2005 that I started using the modern swing that I almost eliminated the pull hook & now an unintentional draw, which wasn’t bad. I now have a nice controlled fade driver, long & mid irons. I also can fade my short irons but I have to set up correctly to it or I draw them, which is not a bad thing, especially to get around trees on dog leg left fairway approaches. Awesome Alex. You made me think about the evolution of my swing which I have never really broken down as I just did. Thanks again for the awesome content & drills.

[@AlexElliottGolf]

Love this, good to hear your thoughts too!

[@stevenhartman3267]

WIN. Thanks for your videos. I tried them this weekend at the range and couldn’t believe how much easier I was swinging and getting straighter shots. I can’t wait to golf this week.

[@AlexElliottGolf]

Thank you Steven, really great to hear your liking all the videos 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@caseypatterson7199]

I love this video, finally an explanation of release that explains the difference between the two!

[@injuredtabletennisplayer1474]

Started golf as a late bloomer in my early 30 but after my recovery from my 4th surgery I’m going to take the opportunity to retool my swing to modern. Like Jordan Speith. Sort of the smaller of the moderns that seem to be built like line backer in a football “American” team lately. Hoping to generate power by taking the pressure if my arm shoulders and more core turn. Tony Finau like.

[@petegalindez9961]

Very interesting…never even thought about this….I’m 54, grew up with the more handsy method, but try to keep up with the modern stuff, I’ve transitioned to the more body dominant modern swing…however, I’ve had both hips replaced and find it much harder to keep up that speed…I actually experimented with the older school more handsy approach and it suits my current body much better…hence, how I came across this video…was looking to confirm my experimentation…appreciate the video…

[@nealhamamura4263]

Love this video. I have been playing a modern release with a strong grip. Recently I been trying a weaker grip so I can release in the club more. I am not flexible and older. I think I am going to try a traditional release.

[@joehernandez5600]

Great advice on the release. One of the best I have seen.

[@robertmcdonald9738]

Win! Been playing for around 30yrs. Definitely something to mess around with next time I’m at the range.

[@josephc1078]

Started in 1981. I was taught the rotation of the forearms to release. I’ve had a few lessons teaching the modern release, but I always end up going back to what I learned as a kid. I get more clubhead speed using the Jack Nicklaus “golf my way “ video. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@AlexElliottGolf]

Hope this tip helps you 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@waynepark4430]

I started golf, by being a fill in, when my boss could not make the commitment to the foursome for a work tournament. I was in my early forties. I had a ball and got hooked. The golfers that stood out to me was Ernie Els, and Freddy Couples. They make ithe swing look smooth and easy. Really enjoy your tips. I am now in my sixties.

[@bernardhilton3527]

I started playing golf in the late 1970’s. I was taught the old method and could hit the ball a decent distance but my wood shots never really worked. Fast forward 40 odd years and I am now playing the modern way. Iron shots fly higher because I am not closing the face and wood shots tend to be straighter. I am not hitting the ball as far but I am 71. Iron shots are now very accurate with lots of spin. I have stopped duck hooking shots which is good news but I have noticed that timing is more critical if I want consistent distance. Only doing a 3/4 swing these days but with a stronger grip nowadays. Previously I had to play a very week grip and I was finding that my wrists were hurting after a round. Thanks for the vlog.

[@beezkneez87]

WIN!! I've played since I was 5/6 so almost 30 years. Currently transitioning to the modern swing and working on being more consistent with it. Thanks for the videos!

[@timneese4142]

Started playing when I was 8. 37 now, I really like morikawas swing, schauffle swing is really good to.

[@AlexElliottGolf]

That’s so good to hear!! I love his tempo of the swing

[@stevenbennett4210]

I started when I was 8. We lived on a lake and my Dad would get us to the golf course in a boat. One spring I caught a 5 lb. carp with a 9 iron.🎏

[@pauleisenberg123]

At 62 years of age and having started back last year after being off for over 40 years I am seeing both schools. As much as I would like the more modern approach my back won’t let me do this on a consistent basis. My goal is to get a consistent swing to get better ball striking so it doesn’t matter to me which one as long as I can be more consistent. Still working on it. Thanks for the video.

[@johnv4866]

Great video. I started playing golf in 1988. I think I am still athletic enough for the modern swing

[@WesTurner]

Thanks for this video this explains allot. I think this is why I struggle now after picking back up the game after many years of not playing consistently. I used to play in the low 80's and now struggle to break 90. I have been watching/practicing to so many modern release videos after not playing for many years. I think I still have pieces of my traditional swing that is not working well with the new instructional videos I have been watching. Not even sure my body is set up for the modern release after a previous back surgery. I am going to have to go in for some lessons and get this figured out.

[@johncooper4209]

Win . Good video Alex. I started golf 1985 after breaking my left leg at football. I think that I am more of a traditional guy. Although I am from the UK, the swings I liked were Els and Goosen.

[@markjohnson3100]

Win. Learned to play as a kid, but lately getting into it a bit more seriously and working on my game a lot more. Thanks for all the tips.

[@hocheye]

I just started golf, I'm 62 years old just retired, I use a more modern swing.I have limitations with my right foot but I try not to use my hands to much.My distance is not great but very straight when I make good contact.Great tip! I will try and use my body rotation more to speed up my club.

[@stevebatty2518]

Started swinging a club at 7 joined Stockbridge and District at 13 then been lucky enough to play at Moortown for the last 17 years!

[@easyswing007]

Playing golf many years changed from traditional to modern, more accurate with irons. Will stay with it.

[@stevegeorge7388]

Win! This a great discussion, thanks Alex. I have been transitioning to the modern style release. I like it a lot, just occasionally the hands creep back in and I visit whatever is left. Wedges are where I have the hardest time on a shorter shot

[@bibbob5697]

I have been playing golf for over 15 years moving from old tradition to new tradition. Using new traditional method caused me lots of distance. I starting to use my whole body and no arms release. Now I tried to combine the new method on the take back and coming down and use softer left hand and arms going around the body. This will create a torque on the way down with the body and more hands and arms speed.

[@georgiamay4045]

I turned 65 recently and with my new driver and modern golf swing I hit it 260 yards. I don't use the closed DJ face with the rolled wrist at the top... too painful on my tendons.. I close it on the way down. 45 plus years of play .. many many many swing changes through the years. You'd think I was named Padraig. Win from the last video.

[@JRounder87]

Good video. I'm a beginner and watched some of my swings on slo mo. I definitely do a traditional swing and if I don't whip my hands then I slice.

[@timdench9692]

Win! Thanks Alex, this explains a lot about my swing. I’m a returning golfer after a 20+ year layoff. The sport has moved on so much. I have a lot to unlearn and then learn anew. Very informative, thanks.

[@andrewnapier7745]

Just retired and trying to learn the game. Appreciate your instruction. Just happen to need a bag!

[@larrymassingill5810]

Oh my gosh ! That is the sickest golf bag I have sever seen ! I'd sport that thing so proudly! I hope I get picked 🤞

[@zachariastorlegard352]

Playing for 3 months, its been a struggle and im trying different swings to find what suits me. Good video, didnt know about modern vs oldstyle

[@ianjehan4193]

Well pointed out have been trying for 12 months to try to change my swing hard work

[@denzi0082]

Win I've been playing a few years now and with the help of your videos I've dropped 8 shots. I do like John rahms swing or a finau swing

[@David.Elliott]

Love the channel mate. I’ve only been playing for 3 years and at 6’4”, the modern swing is the way to go for me. I really enjoy your videos and your simple approach to educating golfers of all levels. Keep up the good work. WIN

[@spartacus1577]

WIN!!!! Hey hanks for all the tips Alex you make everything easy to understand and apply and it’s very appreciated!

[@tonythomas8564]

"Win". My favourites are Adam Scott & Justin Rose for pure poise during the swing and John Rahm's 3/4 swing for controlled power. Also love watching Bubba when he lets one rip by aiming over the next fairway!!

[@vincentdobbins4189]

Great video Alex. I like your perspective and approach based on age and athletic ability. I appreciate the open mindedness.

[@neiltaylor1765]

Win - first picked up clubs aged about 3 (1993) didn't really play until 1997 aged 7 when we moved, local course with decent practice facilities, old man was off 1.7 at one point so good foundations

[@markhowson3562]

Win! Been playing for 4 months. Have been enjoying your videos, definitely been helping !

[@relentlessliving5588]

Win!! Just got into golf this year and I love it. Actually helps me not drink anymore 🤙

[@jeffgilbert4142]

One of your best videos.

[@berylwright3301]

really so interesting, relatively new but good to see other viewpoints

[@markderuiter2995]

Win! Started playing last year, i was in a burnout and needed more exercise. I love golfing now :)

[@kylewittenberg651]

Some of the best info I’ve got! Thanks

[@dennisyoung3858]

Win, thanks for comment Alex, I am trying to work on it. I do notice the difference when I use the body, unfortunately, two shots later hands and arms take over and it’s a pull left shot. 😔

[@markio2010]

I hit some of the straightest shots with the modern release but they are never the longest. And it is very difficult to hit a long drive with a body rotation release.

[@emann715]

Likely not creating enough rotational speed or lag in the swing. I’m really transitioning now, and my club head speed is up with the rotation, it’s weird because arms feel like they’re just along for the ride and I can’t “feel fast” but the speeds are much higher, had a 5i chs up to about 105 the other day

[@markio2010]

@emann715 As you get older body rotation is hard on the body. Take advantage while you can!...in my early 50s now and more arms in the swing with some rotation is so much easier in the body.

[@emann715]

For sure! The rotational swing can be for anyone, but it’s generally harder as age increases. I had a massive arm only swing and some days I could shoot 81, and others 95 with no real difference in feeling. Could hit the ball a mile, but really couldn’t score well with the arms only feelings

[@timmycrowhurst4727]

Thank you for your great training tips

[@johnCjr4671]

I started playing in the early 70s , everybody except maybe Hogan was traditional back then . As I got Older my consistency went away , During Covid I started transitioning to a one plane or more modern swing with good results !

[@johnnewbrough18]

that is very interesting, i better understand why bobby lopez is saying one thing and you explain the modern so different. Thanks for the video.

[@dementus420]

That puma bag is really awesome. I'd love to win it, for sure! I probably have a more modern release. If I don't, I will hook it, especially driver. I like jon rahm when it comes to his release.

[@Robert-ts2ef]

I also noticed that your weight seems to be on the back foot on the downswing until you have hit the shot and the momentum turns you through in to your lead foot. Am I correct in my assumption of this Alex?

[@LowsHand]

Loving this comparison the most Alex! Seems I've got lost with intermixing the two styles. This might be a gamechanger to me!

[@kdub3288]

Yes I really wasn’t aware that there were two totally different types of swings so I got lost trying to mix elements of each from different instructors and it really screwed me up. After learning about different swings and that I’m more old school, I’m sticking with old school because I’m way more comfortable and accurate with it. I’ve tried the modern swing and found I may get a little more distance (probably from lower ball flight) but it just feels too unnatural for me and feel like I don’t have nearly as good distance control. I’ve played baseball growing up too so I don’t think that helps with the new swing either.

[@chrisrobinson2391]

WIN. Love your channel Alex keep up the great content a lot of which has helped me out, cheers.

[@gerrieridley3656]

I’ve been playing since the early 60s Alex so was taught the handsie swing. I’m now 83 so do you think I should try to develop the newer body swing Great video, Gerrie

[@bobinskeep3460]

Good comparison and helpful to see slo-mo examples. Would you agree the modern release is supported by stronger grip, hands in front of the ball at impact with the back of lead wrist pointing down to keep the face strong?

[@AlexElliottGolf]

I would agree yes! and glad you love the examples

[@kevinjager8007]

For me the 2 players that got me moving to the "modern" swing are rory and tommy. I was watching them wondering why they were almost holding the club straight out in front of them after impact. I don't really see that with the others you mentioned?

[@eddiecortez5752]

Win!!! Love your practical advice. Being a novice, you have made my easier and more knowledgeable.

[@josephfuleky5700]

Great video to consider when at the range.

[@AlexElliottGolf]

Thank you so much something to reply confided I think

[@roberttempest1208]

A very big and effective deal..!

[@golfchanl]

Good stuff, thanks man

[@johnnickels9503]

Alex you are so good to my game.

[@Sergio-qk7tl]

Fantastic comparison for both types of Golf swings Alex. Really cemented in my mind of the two types of swing. I try and implement the more modern technique as to my mind there is less to go wrong on the day where as the other really relies on everything in perfect timing. Thank you sharing your knowledge it really goes a long way for those wanting to improve. :-)

[@jamescraven1781]

Very helpful. Thanks

[@drfixer]

Great tips as always.

[@chrisevans4432]

Thanks Alex- good video

[@3-ddjr460]

I use them both. Depending on which is working that day.

[@johnlaroche3817]

Win - I can see that the modern swing might be a little more consistent than the traditional swing. Going to try a little bit more modern swing in my practice.

[@Stephno86]

win :) ,great vid as always Alex! :) Dustin Johnson for me has the perfect grip/swing :)

[@cerimorgan2947]

Great instruction. We'll explained.

[@philounours2952]

Nice explanation, I play since 30 years, I find myself more consistent the “modern” way. The “old” way is fine but the arm timing is something which you can loose so easily …

[@zazenforever4940]

Thank you! So, with the modern release the flat left wrist continues all the way to the finish? Does the left arm bend/right arm straighten? This would seem to cause the club to release up and down the line vs around the body as per the traiditional release.

[@AlexElliottGolf]

yeah that’s right and the left arm bends that correct

[@slappy0077]

you are a decent coach Alex, if you are ever in Hollywood i will be happy to have a lesson

[@martinhardman9288]

Learned 30 years ago when it was all about “Get behind the ball (sway), clubface down “open”, release the hands”. And 3 years of sciatica has adversely affected my rotation. It feels so scary. I’d love to have a Tommy Fleetwood swing but I think I’m going to have to settle for a Kuchar swing. This game is so hard!

[@martinhardman9288]

"Tumbling" the clubface over after having been taught 30 years ago to pull the grip in and release the hands is the hardest thing to do consistently since the parting of the Red Sea. See you next week...😐

[@rickloke4223]

Like your video, easy to understand.

[@cherylcomeau3734]

Playing golf 25 years, and prefer the modern release! and winning!

[@AlexElliottGolf]

Thank you Cheryl good luck!!!

[@billkendall9110]

“WIN” like to see the comparison between old cars new release, and clearing up some questions I had on the “modern” release

[@johnomara9860]

Win, working hard with the help of your easy to learn videos Elliott 👍🏼

[@mikek9606]

Win. Such a good explanation. Keep up the good work.

[@clausgoldbknielsen6463]

Win. This bag would be amazeballs for my 19 year old son, who is just starting golfing.

[@Footicus]

First time I’ve seen an actual description of the two styles. On the traditional swing, at what point would you consider it “flippy”?

[@floydpond9854]

Love your video’s they work. WIN

[@mikebiase6710]

Old school rocks !

[@jackofspades5107]

nice to see the difference

[@kenbarwell3261]

I like your videos very informative

[@Duane422]

Can one do the modern release w the driver or irons only ?

[@alexegan6813]

"Win" really interesting comparison and nice simple break down

[@banditgolfproductions1779]

Win. Keep up the good work Alex. 👍

[@jessiesloanyoung5332]

Win! Started a couple of years ago

[@devinanderson15]

I started hitting balls at a range as a stress management tool in college about 5 years ago but I didn't really start playing the actual game until really this year. I recently had the chance to get fitted for some irons and during that process I realized that my yard sale irons where holding me back quite a bit both in terms of distance and control. I will soon have an order in for my new pings and it would be a good time to adjust my swing. This video is the 1st time I've heard about a difference in releases, I swing my 7 iron in the low 80's (mph) which I've been told is fast would you then recommend going to the modern releases due to the above average power already in my swing.