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Set up your shots correctly



All about your stance

You should alter the distance between your feet - depending on what club you are about to hit.

You can also change the position of the ball in relation to your feet.

DRIVER AND WOODS

Your feet should be at their widest than for any other club.

You may need to stand a couple of inches further back from the ball - as the driver normally has a longer shaft than other clubs.

The ball should be just inside the left heel.

IRONS

Your feet should be shoulder width apart with the ball in the middle.

If your feet are too far apart you will not be able to turn the hips and shoulders enough.

If they are to close together you are likely to topple over.

SHORT IRONS

The feet should be closer together when using a wedge.

This will steepen the angle of the swing and create extra loft.



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