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1,179 Comments
CJ;
I too am rooting for Phil, but think that Swartzel will prevail
No one at our club seems to know why they are using wicker basket flagpoles
Can you explain?
Thanks
Ger
Ger,
Thanks Ger for the blog post. Merion has always used the Wicker basket flagpoles. It is just their thing and always has been. No rhyme or reason, but it’s pretty cool.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
What drills do you suggest for someone who drops too far to the inside at the start of the downswing? I come in too flat at impact, lose any lag I had and depend on perfect timimg to avoid hitting thin or fat shots.
Robert
Robert James,
Thanks Robert for the question. First try to figure out what is causing this move. If you are an insiders member you can send your swing to me for free analysis and I can help you with that. IF you are simply looking for some drills, try hitting balls off of downhill lies and hitting knockdown shots. Your feeling will be that your swinging left through impact. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I really enjoy your Signature Series, and chipping videos. Your weekly videos are right on. I have learned a lot; great job. I look at my swing a lot using swing analysis software. Would it be possible for you to send me a video clip of your swing that I can use to compare my positions to your positions? Please have the video contains a face on view and a down the line view.
Thank you for everything you are doing,
Ed
Ed Kinney,
Thanks Ed for the question. I will try to do that for you sir. Please remember that the camera adds about 40 lbs. lol. Let me know your thoughts.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear CJ,
Playing golf 3 times/week has caused me to have pain at the inside elbow joint in my RIGHT arm. I play right handed. I get cortisone injections in that spot every 4 months. What am I doing to cause this pain? And what should I do differently to avoid having this continuing problem? I’ve suffered this annoyance for the last 7 years. Thanks for helping us to play without pain!
Regards,
Robert
Hello
I started playing golf in the late 90′s and my low round is 78 for 18 and 35 for 9.
since then I have gained 90 lbs.
I’ve had shoulder surgery on my left labrum. and in 2009 I developed bones spurs in my right elbow.
My game is down a lot and I am struggling to shoot in the 80′s and way to often shooting over 100 .
I’m 5’10 and 330 have I just gotten to heavy to play well? and do you think you teaching can help me until I drop some pounds to keep having fun with a game I love ?
Frank,
Thanks Frank for the question. I encourage you for your health and for your family to get in better shape. Now I know this is the pot calling the kettle black. I encourage you to look into Larry Jacobs weight loss program. It ultimately is a 2 week start up that will change your life. you can do anything for two weeks so please give it a chance. As far as my program can it help you. Yes I know it will. Remember we are swinging on the shoulder plane and for a man of your size it would be impossible for you to swing below that so please watch the DVD’s and let me know if you have any questions. Remember I am here for you with any questions. Please contact my customer support as I wish to speak with you on the phone. their number is 877-228-7088.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
re:elbow pain.You talk about left elbow pain and chicken-wing left arm on follow thru. But my pain is on the lateral(outside)SIDE OF THE RIGHT ELBOW. ANY POSSIBLE CAUSES OR FIXES? Thank you
Sam Morreale,
Thanks Sam for the question and yes there are many reasons for tennis and/or golfers elbow. One of those reasons is an early release or casting. Does this sound like you?
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
My question is very simple. I assume that the perfect connection swing is a “single plane swing” is this correct?
I just bought a video series called the single plane solution by the Graves Golf Academy. I guess they teach Moe Normans swing.
How is your system different? They both are single plane right? Both take the stress off the back right?
PLMK as I almost bought yours but want to know the diff.
Thanks
Dr. Michael Busch
Michael Busch,
Thanks Michael for the blog post. In regards to the differences between my swing and Moe’s swing there are tons of differences. Our setups are different, I teach using wrist hinge in the swing and they do not, Impact is different and even the follow through is different. I also know that if you are truly doing Moe’s swing you need to get special grips on your clubs that limit any wrist motion. My swing is to put the club in balance in the golf swing. I teach the arms and body to rotate properly the way it was designed so you can create speed while also gaining accuracy. I hope this explains some of the main differences, but let me know if you have any further questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ
I have your Signature Series from last year and I started watching it again over the past 2 weeks while waiting to return to the US from the Middle East. I watched the Driver and the others in the series and one of the clubs here just started a 9 hole competition in the late afternoon because of the heat. I played yesterday with a 10 handicapper. I am playing at a 17 hcp. From you Driver series, I closed the club face just slightly and aimed down the left side of the fairway and hit 7 of 9 fairways. The bottom line was that I had 2 pars, 1 triple bogey and 6 bogeys; shooting a gross of 47. On the way back home I accessed my play and your lesson about keeping the arms connected to the chest and going from L – L on the swing helped me play the best 9 holes I have ever played. I even accessed where I could have saved 5 strokes on the two bad holes I played. Even if I had just bogeyed those holes I would have shot a 42. The PCGS does really work. My question now is how do you try to get a little more distance with the driver; yet remain consistant? How do you play shots when you are in between clubs? Do you use more club and just choke down? Do you have clinics or golf schools in the Washington DC area or do I have to come to Texas?
Cheers
Don Johnson
HI don – we have a golf school coming to Myrtle Beach, SC at the end of June. Interested? If so, give Krystle a call at 877-228-7088. Thanks!
I’ll immediately grasp your rss feed as I can’t to find
your email subscription link or e-newsletter service.
Do you have any? Please allow me recognise in order
that I may just subscribe. Thanks.
Kevin Landau, VMD
May 19 07:26 (CDT)
Hi
I am using the Signature series program and wanted some advice about
getting comfortable with my driver and fairway woods. I find the shorter clubs easier to use and my longer clubs difficult to keep a smooth balanced swing which makes good contact with the ball.
Any advice to get better with longer clubs?
Kevin
Kevin Landau,
Thanks Kevin for the question. My advice is to continue to work on the swing with your 6 or 7 iron and then simply hit the driver and woods. These clubs are longer and thus will be swung a bit flatter due to the design of the club, but ultimately you shouldn’t have to consciously think about this. make sure with your longer clubs you adjust your setup. With the driver you should tilt your spine slightly to the right and have 60% of your weight on your right side. Hope this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi
I purchased the Signature Series 2011 online acess but I have been slack over the past 12 months and have not logged into account. I tried today and email is not recognised. Is it possible to get acess agin to the signature series again.
I have two emqil that it might have been under;
Your help would be appreciated
Cheers
Mark Elliott
Mark Elliott,
Thanks Mark for the question and I am sorry you have had issues. I am not sure if you knew about my lawsuit with my former partner. He was doing some things that I could not live with. Anyways, I am sorry for the problems you have experienced. Please contact my customer support team at support@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and they can help you out with your issue.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, I don’t know if you’ll read this or not, but whoever does would you please forward to CJ.
I purchased the Signature Series and saw immediate improvements! Love it. Last week I purchased the Training Aid. Today was the first day I have had a chance to use it. I put it on and did a few practice swings. My first strike at the ball…boom, right down the middle. I thought, “uh”. Second ball, down the middle, third down the middle. I told myself, “this is a coincidence”. Fourth,fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth, ninth and tenth ball, DOWN THE MIDDLE. I was in SHOCK!! Out of the 10 balls using the training aid, I chunked one, but it was still down the middle. This thing is unbelievable. I could feel the connection.
I purchased the 360 series and will begin watching it tonight.
I am 57 who quit golf for 12 yrs because I was not seeing any improvement. I couldn’t afford the high-dollar golf lessons. I started back last spring with the intention of being a great golfer. The reason your program sold me was when you said, “everyone is not built the same”. That sold me. Finally a swing that I can connect to instead of trying to hit it like the pro’s.
This program is amazing. Hopefully, next year I want to attend one of your schools. That is my goal.
A fan!
Thanks again, CJ
Gary Dillard
Sylva, NC (in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina)
DEAR CJ,i am 17 years old n i wish to play professionally in the future,can u recommend me golf training course or camp that is very effective n affordable during November n December ?or do u offer any?
CJ,
Is your swing a pivot driven golf swing ? The reason I ask is that’s the type of swing I’ve been working on. I’ve been playing a little over two years and have worked myself to low 90′s I’m a 50 years old. I like getting your e-mails and I’m tempted to try your one year member offer but would like to know if it’s gonna support what I’m trying to do.
Thanks for all you do !
Mark
Hi Mark, I can definitely work with you on that.. try out the program and we will for sure get you breaking 90! Thanks,
I purchased your 360 disk series. I have arthritis in my wrist and have used the Moe Norman Natural grip with club in the palm of the hand not bending your wrist. Will I be able to do the L to L drill? I have trouble cocking my wrist that early.
It’s really a nice and useful piece of info. I’m glad that you just shared
this helpful information with us. Please stay us up to date
like this. Thanks for sharing.
Hello CJ,
I am using your signature series bundle to improve my game. I am 63 years old, and have just taken up the game again after 10 years. Your videos are great, I am using your drills, and I have seen some improvement. However, on my driver, I dont seem to be able to downswing from the inside. I know this because I have an absolutely sickening, score wrecking slice. I am keeping my arms close to my body (i didnt used to), and still my downswing comes from way outside in. Nothing I have tried has been successful in stopping it. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Dear CJ,
My long years in working with golf as a player and as a golf coach tell me that there are basically two types of players out there. There is the player who thinks that golf might be fun and would like to try it when he has the chance. Then there is the player who is willing to dedicate himself to objectives of becoming the best player that he can through preparing himself through physical preparation and through learning how to perform different golf swings to accomplish different golf shots for different golf situations.
My summary is that the great majority of those who play golf are not really intent on becoming really good at what they are doing. Golf for them is just something to do. It is an infrequent event in their lives. Most of them do not really care if their score is 95 or above. They do nothing after that score in an effort to lower their next score.
I am of the ilk who always tries to do as well as he can in whatever it is in which he participates. I am 86 years old. Have played golf for 77 years. My current handicap is 14. My last two scores were 79 and 82. I have shot scores equal to or lower than my age 87 times.
I am not interested in playing with the casual participant!
RAZ
RAZ,
Wow my friend. That is awesome. You have shot lower than your age 87 times. That is quite an accomplishment. I agree with you that there are some people out there that don’t care what they shoot, but if you play this game more than once a year I think it does matter. Everyone wants to hit a shot close or drain a long putt. They can have those memories and brag about it in the 19th hole. That is why the perfect connection golf swing is boiled down to simple drills. I know it can help the beginner all the way to the tour player. I even have my 360 degree program that helps players wanting to train and practice and are willing to put the time in. Thanks for the blog post and keep up the good work.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hallo CJ,
i ordered the ” Driver series ” but didn’t get any confirmation. Is it O.K ?
Peter
thank for you your help im 60 years old played in the playground for about 6 months now im going to try a par 4 at wheeling park thanks for helping me preacherman0445
Clean equipment? Pro’s have caddies to keep there clubs in top order. I see a lot of club golfers with dirty clubs. They take there shot usually with a divot and the club goes straight into the bag, even though there is a towel hanging there. CJ you put a lot of time and energy into teaching the “skill” of the game but a player could be only as good as his equipment. Might it be possible to create a mini clinic on the importance on “clean clubs for good contact” “clean balls to keep good flight” “clean grips to be able to hold the club in light fingers with confidence” “the use of a groove file to keep the ball spin”. This is good housekeeping keeping your equipment in top condition, looking at a clean club ready to strike the ball can give a player confidence.
Our weather in the UK last year was very wet so mud on clubs and ball would have been very common.
Thank You for your mini clinic
Gordon Edwards,
Thanks Gordon for the blog post and you bring up a good point. clean clubs are extremely important and I have overlooked this tip. I assume it is so basic, but you are correct in the fact that many people over look this simple task. I will keep it in mind when I shoot next.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Iam begginer and I need some help on my swing.
Elvis charlie hodge,
Thanks Elvis for the question. I am here to help. How can I help you. I would recommend starting with my signature series DVD to get the foundation for what I teach that way we can talk the same language.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hey everybody, don’t hesitate to purchase any of CJ’s videos. They are straight and to the point. When he explains/shows things, he comes across as one, truly wanting to help us, and two, he doesn’t talk down to any golfer no matter their level of playing. I have just started to learn the game and every time I have asked CJ for help or just a general question, he has replied cordially, helpfully, and with what seems to be a genuine desire to help you.
CJ, have you ever played Redstone? Looks like a beautiful course. Is it always so windy in Texas? Thanks for everything.
Steve Rosenberg,
Thanks Steve for the blog post. I have not played Redstone, although I have walked it with a tour player of mine. Great course with some very difficult holes. Is it windy here in Texas? Yes in the spring and fall it is very windy. The only time it is not windy in Texas is when it is 100 degrees outside…go figure lol. Thanks for the kind words and recommendation my friend.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Some 2 years ago I purchased the perfect connection golf swing programme and received 3 videos in the mail. My golf improved quickly and I used the videos as a continual reference. The videos have disappeared and I am wondering how I can replace them. Am I a member of something and can download replacements?
Matt Nay,
Thanks Matt for the blog post and thank you for your support of PCGS. I need you to contact my support team at support@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and they can help you out. Keep in touch.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi,
How much of your new 360 Digital training downloads are directed to the short game?I get the idea that they are directed more to the long game.
Thank you
Paul
HI Paul – short game is covered across three DVDs. The 360 covers all aspects of the game. Thanks
Your tips are extremely helpful
Don Giles,
Thanks Don for taking the time to write in and let me know I am helping. I really appreciate you writing in and letting me know I’m helping.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
To all who read these comments. I purchased CJ’s DVD’s 2 years ago. During this past winter I looked at other web sites (you know, the ones that send you all kinds of golf tips and then try and get you to buy their DVD’s) .
Well, stick with CJ. Practice, practice, practice his drills and YOU WILL improve. Drives that land in the fairway? You bet. Better short game? You bet.
Don’t be afraid to spend your money on these DVD’s
Charlie,
Thanks Charlie for the great recommendation. I truly appreciate it and am so glad I have been able to help. Thank you again for your support of PCGS and please let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear CJ….I am a bi-lateral amputee/legs and just got my prosthetic/right leg 03.19 and am now walking w/assistance of a walker. My re-hab will start next week and afterwards, back to my golf game. I am seeking your thoughts regarding practicing for an appropriate stance and balance technique that will allow me to swing correctly and to get opptimum ball contact/distance.
Your thoughts and guidance will greatly be appreciated,
Dave Mullis
Wilmington, NC
Dave Mullis,
Thanks Dave for the blog post. I am wanting to help you. In your situation I would like to see your swing or the best you can do. Please send it to my support at support@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and they will forward it to me. My guess would be to get as balanced as possible. I have seen guys play on one leg and they have to hop through the finish, but I would need to see you in order to help more. Can’t wait for the video.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ. IImpressed by your training , I will take advantage on your next offer. Thanks John.
John Henry,
Thanks John for the blog post and your support of PCGS. Let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
HI CJ,
I have been struggling with my chipping for years now and found your mini clinic on chipping invaluable.It is so easy to comprehend and after some practise sesssions has improved remarkably.
I have also found the mini clinic on the basic swing technique y to l etc and downswing very beneficial.
Cj im 56 and playing of a two handicap and have found it increasing difficult to swing maintaining a straight left arm.It bends slightly a top of backswing. Do you see this as a significant problem or have you any drills or exercises that may help with this.
Chris martin.
Chris Martin,
Thanks Chris for the questions and I am glad I have been able to help you so far. I would definitely recommend my short game DVD to you. I will go into greater detail and depth on a bunch of shots that for a 2 handicap player you must have. In regards to the swing and your left arm bending slightly at the top that is fine. I literally gave my business partner a lesson on Friday and we were trying to get a bit of left arm bend at the top of his swing. He is 67 and is losing flexibility. It is not necessary to have a completely straight left arm. Having said that I would definitely recommend you work on some stretching exercises. If you can find a TPI instructor in your area I suggest you go have a examination done. I have a level 3 TPI instructor that does some stretching and strength exercises on my Maximum Power DVD which you could do those exercises and that would help also. Keep in touch and let me know how its going.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Videos appeared to be quite fundamental
Hi,
Would like to know, if it is legal in putting, one faces the hole, standing to the left of the ball, and putting without straddling the line. Believe Swam Snead used to putt this way.
Gerhard Mezger,
Thanks Gerhard and yes putting the way Sam Snead putted is legal.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Can we get the swing aid in Australia?
Paul O’Donnell,
Thanks Paul for the blog post. Absolutely you can get the training aid in Australia.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Question:Iboughtthe Signature Series afew months ago but it had nothingaboutthe short game.Isthereanother video thatIneedto purchase? Thanks!
HI Frank, that depends. Are you looking for improvement in a particular area?
Frank Rodriguez II,
Frank thanks for your support of PCGS and yes the short game is on my short game DVD. If you go to http://www.Perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and you look in the pro shop you can get it or you can contact my customer support team at 877-228-7088 or email them at support@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and they will be happy to help you get the short game DVD. Let me know your thoughts on the DVD
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
Have a number of your DVDs including Signature Series and 360 Degree. Would really like some details on how to “shape” your shots. Draw and fade. What are the different options and how does each work.
Buck Younger,
Thanks Buck for your question and your support of PCGS. There are two ways to shape your shots. First is the basic way and that is to aim your body where you want the ball to start and aim your clubface where you want your ball to finish. Now simply swing along your body line. The second way to control the ball and you may need to do a bit of this with the first method fyi and that is to act like your driving a car. Simply put your hands in front of you as your reading this and place your hands at 9 and 3 on the imaginary steering wheel. now turn the car to the left. This is the feel for a draw. If you turn the car to the right then this is the feeling for a fade. let me know if this makes sense and if you have any other questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks CJ!
Understand the first part. Not sure about the steering wheel. Will continue to study the Draw & Fade file from the Driver series.
Am interested in your putting series…. I side saddle putt…..Will it help me?
Darlene,
Thanks Darlene for the blog post and your interest in putting. Will my DVD on putting help you even though you putt side saddle? Yes it will. The putting technique is a very small part of my putting DVD. I go into drills to work on path and club face as well as games that will improve you in a short amount of time. Also and extremely important I go into my putting theory and help you understand why it’s not your job to make a putt. Once you see the video you will understand and it will change your mindset when you putt and you will make a ton more. Hope you enjoy the DVD and please let me know if you have any further questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
I am loving my golf since converting to The Perfect Connection system. I am hitting the ball as well as I have for some time and without the usual back & shoulder pain that made me not want to play golf. So thank you!
Last week I hit 14 greens in regulation and not far off the remainder. I managed 4 over par off an 11 handicap which was great but my putting still needs some work!
One slight problem was my tendency to hit everything left. Is there a common cause and / or simple correction for this?
Regards
Brad
One Happy Golfer
Brad,
Thanks Brad for the question. I want you to re-read your question and you be the coach. You made me laugh actually out loud. You hit 14 greens in regulation and shot 4 over and you hit it a bit left still. Work on your putting and short game first and then lets work on the swing. I’m not trying to be a smart alec but with 14 greens you should be shooting under par. As an instructor I could give you some drills, but as a coach I would take you to work on your short game and putting. You only missed 4 greens and you shot 4 over. have you seen my short game DVD? If not I encourage you to get it and work on the drills. I know I can get you to a low digit handicap in a month if you watch the DVD and do the drills I tell you to. Also you will be working on your full swing without you even knowing it so your ball striking will improve.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
Please do a mini clinic covering your best impact improvement drills. I need to focus more on the moment of truth.
thanks, Jim
Jim Gift,
Thanks Jim for the blog post. I will put it on the slate to be filmed. Thanks for the suggestion.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, you mention having a tilt in our shoulders with the right shoulder/hips lower than the left shoulders/hips.
Is this true for both driver and say wedge shots?
I tried this method with wedges/8 irons…hit them straighter than I usually do ad the divots were fairly straight as well.
I’m just wondering is there any need to put weight on our left side re wedge type shots or is the set-up re shoulders/hips the same for all shots (that are full shots)?
Peter,
Thanks Peter for the blog question. Yes you need to tilt your hips with irons also, but not with less than full swings like pitches, chips, etc.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ:
Thanks for sending along the videos…they are a lot of fun to watch.
Question…
I am a PGA professional, located in Mass. …
What video camera/equipment do you utilize to film your videos?
What editing program do you use for you videos (logo, titles, overlays,
etc.)?
Thanks again for your assistance, and I hope to meet you if/when you are in
the Boston area.
Best…
Skip Guss
PGA Professional
Skip Gus,
Thanks Skip for the blog post. When filming students I use an iPad. When filming my videos I hire a professional camera crew and we use HD cameras. They edit the videos using a mac. not sure what software they use. Sorry I couldn’t be more help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Do you have a one or two week training program at the Florida/USA area?
I start playing golf 2 years ago at the age of 51 years. My handycap is now in a range of 22-23. I have been an active sports person during all my live.
Actually my residence is in Chile but I am willing to spend one or two weeks in the USA to improve my golf.
Andre, we do have some live golf school options. We will e-mail you this week with dates and locations. Thanks!
I received your first interesting free advice on the grip.
The second tip about posture & the other tips have not arrived in my in box.
Please will you send me them as I was impressed with C. J. Goecks.
Thank you.
Alan Goudie
Alan Goudie,
Thanks Alan for the blog post and letting us know there was a problem. Can you please contact my customer support team at support@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and give them your phone number. I want to make sure you are taken care of and that things are resolved with no problems. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, I need help fast please.
I have noticed that i am getting either a big draw or hook on most shots, what could this be?
Could it be my grip? Please help as I am gettng frustraited with it, i do hit the ball a long way since useing your system but this has crept into my game.
Regards
Edward Ramm
Edward Ramm,
Thanks Edward for your question. I would definitely look at your grip first to stop the hook. Second I would look at your body speed. Try to speed up your body and that will help. finally the third cause would be the club coming too much from inside on the downswing. If this is the case then hit some balls off of downhill lies taking a divot after the ball and that will steepen the club. Remember to start with the grip first and that should be the easiest. Keep me informed of your progress.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Actually no matter if someone doesn’t know then its up to other viewers that they will help, so here it happens.
I NOTICE WHEN YOU SET UP TO THE BALL YOUR LEFT WRIST HAS A SLIGHT CUP IN IT AS IF NO FORWARD PRESS. THIS IS THE WAY I NOTICE ROCCO MEDIATE SETS UP. DO YOU SUGGEST THAT? I SET UP WITH MY LEFT WRIST IN LINE WITH MY ARM? WHAT SAY YOU,PLEASE.
LARRY CLARK says: February 16, 2013 at 12:19 pm I NOTICE WHEN YOU SET UP TO THE BALL YOUR LEFT WRIST HAS A SLIGHT CUP IN IT AS IF NO FORWARD PRESS. THIS IS THE WAY I NOTICE ROCCO MEDIATE SETS UP. DO YOU SUGGEST THAT? I SET UP WITH MY LEFT WRIST IN LINE WITH MY ARM? WHAT SAY YOU,PLEASE.
hey cj. do you have to be a member to get an answer to a post?
larry Clark,
Thanks Larry for the blog post. No this blog is open to anyone. My insiders area has a blog also and for those questions you need to be a member, but these are open to anyone.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I NOTICE WHEN YOU SET UP TO THE BALL YOUR LEFT WRIST HAS A SLIGHT CUP IN IT AS IF NO FORWARD PRESS. THIS IS THE WAY I NOTICE ROCCO MEDIATE SETS UP. DO YOU SUGGEST THAT? I SET UP WITH MY LEFT WRIST IN LINE WITH MY ARM? WHAT SAY YOU,PLEASE.
Larry Clark,
Thanks Larry for the blog post. typically if your left wrist is flat at address then your left hand is weak. This will cause an open face and a slice with your shots.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
ok, makes since, I fight a drift to the right. this could be the answer. what should I use as a reference as to the shape the left wrist should take at address.
Larry Clark,
thanks Larry for the blog post. Take your address position and simply look down. Don’t change your head position, but look at your left hand. You should see at least two knuckles on your left hand.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ. Sometimes I will hit a straight pull left. It goes father than when I hit it straight. What am I doing in the that swing swing that I need to be doing all the time for the extra yardage?
Wayne,
A straight pull is caused by a club coming from outside in with a SQUARE clubface. the reason you hit it farther is because you hit it solid. If you can get your swing a bit more from inside and have the face square it will go far also.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Your question said “water hazard”. You didn’t, and should have said, “later water hazard.” Very different from a yellow staked water hazard.
Bob Sumner,
Thanks Bob for catching my mistake. I appreciate you taking the time to write in. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I used to play to handicap 12 ten years ago but now i’m consistently hitting in the high 80s and mid90s. I bought your 360 degree golf system and i’m thinking of setting goals to consistently break 80 this year.
For a start, please help me review on my goal setting:
For every round that i shoot over 90 gross, i will run 1km for 1 over-shot. That is, 5km if i shoot 95. Further, for every round i make over 30 putts i will also do 1km per extra putt. So if i shoot a 93 and had 38 putts then i have to run extra 11km for the week.
Is this reasonable and smart?
Cheers, Stephen
nb. I’m training for Kuala Lumpur marathon in June 2013 anyway so i need the mileage.
Stephen Choong,
Thanks Stephen for the question. Since your training for a marathon I think it is ok if you have those goals. Make sure however that you are rewarding yourself when you do great things and are not just punishing yourself. Also remember that the goals your focusing on are outcome related. In my 360 package I explain that outcome goals you cannot control. The process goals are the key to improving. Just like your marathon you must work on small incremental planning. Evaluate your golf game and figure out your weaknesses and strengths and then put a plan together to work on your weaknesses. Short game is the simplest and quickest way to improve your score so start there. Let me know how your doing and lets revisit your goals. I want to see your goals and make sure your goals are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relavant, Time Frame).
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks CJ,
Thanks for reminding on the Process vs Outcome goals. I have since devised a training schedule (process based) but is a little too large to post here.
Is Chinese New Year holiday over here in Malaysia and I had a couple of games, just want to share with you, 30 putts per round is way too ambitious for me. I’m currently averaging around 36 putts per round.
Thank You and Cheers
Stephen
thanks you for helping me with my golf i wish i started early in my life now im going to try to teach my son and grand children what you are showing me and they have many years in gold as a sport once again thanks for your help
David Sterling,
Thanks David for the blog post. make sure you start them with putting and chipping. This is the easiest way to improve someone’s game and the easiest to cut strokes. Keep me informed on their progress and let me know if I can help in any way.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
If I can only choose one, should I get the Signature Series or the 360 Degree Golf System?
I’d try the 360, it includes a lot more training. Thanks,
Thanks for the advice CJ, and thanks for the quick response!!!
Adam,
Your welcome sir for the advice and please keep in touch. If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to ask.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear CJ,
I have recently purchased your signature series of golf swing and the Power Conncection System series. How is this 360 degree System differ from the above 2 series?
Sincerely,
Stephen Yeung
HI Stephen, They are very different. Sig Series and Power Connection are both great products, but with 360 Degree System we go into A LOT more detail. Covering injury prevention, trouble shots, mapping out greens, chipping, putting, course management. It really is a full 360 approach to your game. I encourage you to check it out. http://perfectconnectiongolfswing.com/promo/360-digital and remember we offer a 60-day money back guarantee. thanks,
Hi CJ ~
Bought your Signature Series and it improved my game! Does the swing lessons for iron play included in the 360-degree package a repeat of what’s included in the Signature Series?
Hi Rod, thanks for the comment. No the 360 Degree package covers a lot more. I really encourage you to check it out. If for some reason you find it’s not what you were expecting – remember our 60 day guarantee. Thanks CJ
thanks for the golf instructions im on a fixed income and these lessons me a great deal to me when i get the money i will order your course once aqgain thanks for your help im, up in years once again thanks
What is the difference between this program and that of Don Trahan, they look identical to my eyes? Avid golfer, Ian Blacker.
Ian Blacker,
thanks Ian for the blog question. Although Don and I both teach over the internet, our philosophies are very different. Our grips are different, Don wants no wrist hinge, while I advocate a lot of wrist hinge. I advocate a wider swing also in the backswing and most importantly Don wants you to hit up on the ball at impact, while I want you to strike down on the ball. There are a lot of differences between the two methods and the only similarity might be that we use the internet for promotion. Hope this answers your question Ian.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
Firstly I am very impressed on how you find time to answer everyone’s questions. I don’t know anyone else that does this.
My question is twofold.
Can you give any tips or do a video on something that is not mentioned often and that is how to keep the body, arms and hands relaxed throughout the swing. I see all the technical stuff everywhere which I get but not much on the relaxed muscles side of things.
I am quite tight during a round of golf using my muscles which are too stiff which i know costs distance. On short pitches I am fine as its more a half relaxed swing but longer irons say 8 upwards I am to tight in the shoulders and gripping to hard with a feeling of I need to hit the ball hard to get distance instead of a loose smooth swing like my pitching. This results is my back and shoulders aching the next day very badly. I find it hard to know in my body just how smooth and relaxed one should be and still be able to keep control. When I practice at home or the range If i try to do a swing in a relaxed state with my arms, shoulders and hands etc.. I find i loose control of the shot almost floppy and my hands probably to flippy/casting if that makes sense. I understand it’s something you can not show visually but any advice on how relaxed and tension free you should feel but still be able to keep control would be great. I think there are many amateurs out there learning and understanding the technical side very well but not getting things right because of the body/muscle and tension control side of things are wrong.
Look forward to a video or reply
Cheers Pete UK
Pete,
Thanks for sending this question to me. I appreciate the ideas for videoing and I put it in my notes and will definitely do a video on this next time I film. In order to help you now I want you to grip the club and count from 1 to 10. At one your grip is so loose that the club almost slips through your hands. At ten your gripping it so tightly that your veins are popping out. Now go back down 9,8,7…to 1 and then back up. You should probably be around a 3 or 4. Make sure you are firm with your grip, but loose with your wrists. Wiggle your wrists back and forth and feel the club head. Try this at ten and you won’t be able to move your wrists. I think self awareness is the first key to solving your problem. Second, I would make sure you have a pre-shot routine where you waggle before hitting the ball. this will allow all tension to leave your arms and back and will help you with a much smoother swing. Let me know if this helps as we can do several drills also.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
i would like to buy your video package but but I don’t think US. viceo is compatable with UK.
mjp
Martyn J. Pummell,
Thanks Martyn for the question. No the U.S video is not compatible with the U.K. version, however when you order and put in your address our fulfillment center will put the European version so it will work in the U.K. Also please remember that we have the digital version so you can download it and watch it immediately. If your like me though I prefer to have the DVD so if that’s the case please email support@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and they will take care of it or simply order the DVD and it will be the correct one. Let me know what you think of the DVD’s and if you have any questions I am here to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hey big guy, have a question and I already know ahead the answer. Bunker rakes — Inside or outside the bunkers. My personal opinion is that the rakes should be left in the bunker because if you get in a bunker first and hit the rake, no harm but if the rake is outside the bunker and your shot hits the rake and the rake causes the ball to kick into the bunker then it can cause some unhappy comments. Is golf course equipment part of the course? I have been playing for over 50 years and most folks opinion is that the rake should be left in the bunker. So, what is your opinion since there is no rule for bunker rake placement? Have a great and healthy 2013 to you and all who are crazy enough to play this game.
Dick Bruce,
Thanks Dick for the question. this is one that I have somewhat of a strong opinion on. I think the rakes should be outside of the bunker. If it hits the rake and goes in then that may happen but it was probably going in anyways. It could hit the rake and keep it from going in and that could be helpful but may not make me happy if it happened against me, although I wouldn’t give it much of a second thought. Good breaks happen as well as bad breaks in a round and they pretty much even out despite what people say. In a bunker could cause your ball to get stuck on the lip in a weird lie. Remember if your ball comes to rest in a bunker against a rake you must remove the rake and then if the ball moves you must put the ball in the exact place it was before you removed the rake no penalty. Depending on where the rake is you could see the extremely bad lie you could get. So in my opinion outside of the bunker.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I have been reading your emails and videos right here in Africa- Kenya with an effort to improve my swing.i recently started off playing gold and its the best thing ever.
I however have a small quick question:-
Recently when taking a shot especially the tee off,the ball trajectory is quite well and gains height but unfortunately it takes a right tangent and turns off the fairway!!!!this is quite annoying and am upset with my self!!!what could be going wrong or how do I correct this urgently.Am just about to get my handicap but I can not afford to me going OB. or hazards due to this.
Joe,
Welcome from the U.S. I played golf in college against a couple of brothers at the University of Arlington in Texas that were from Kenya. they were quite good, but what amazed me most was the stories of the snakes on the course. They would run up to Cobra’s and tease them. Crazy…wouldn’t catch me anywhere near a cobra, much less teasing it…Anyways to answer your question about your ball flight. What your describing is called a slice. A ball that curves rapidly to the right is a slice and if it curves only a tiny bit then it is called a fade. To work on your slice you need to work on the L to L drill or do the split hands drill. The split hands drill you need to separate your hands a couple of inches on the grip and make a few practice swings. Notice the feeling of your right hand crossing over your left hand. this is the feeling you must incorporate into your golf swing. You can hit balls like this as long as the ball is tee’d up. Do this drill until you hit snap hooks (ball that dives rapidly to the left versus a hook that curves rapidly to the left and a draw that curves a little bit to the left) Hope this helps and please stay away from the Cobra’s.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
good morning and merry chrismas
your dvd are only in english or have you in french??
many thank s
Villette,
Thanks Villette for the question. As of right now my products are only in English. Having my videos translated into other languages is on my list this year. Let’s stay in touch and the more you ask me the quicker it will happen. Merry Christmas.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Merry Christmas and a Great New Year.
Thomas Williams,
Thank you Thomas for the greetings. I wish you and your family also a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello CJ. I just wanted to drop a comment on your Golf teaching discs. I live in sunny Queensland Australia, and I purchased some of your teaching discs about twelve months ago. I have to say you truely are a great golf teacher as my handicap was 26 when i first started with your cd,s, and after 12 months I am now playing off 16. Further more I had a bad slice which now is a beautiful draw shot with an extra 40 meters distance. Thank you I am stoked
P.S. I am relating your teaching material to my 11 year old daughter who now hits a ball straight and about 140 yards on average.
Eugene Van Horssen,
Thanks Eugene for writing in and letting me know how your doing. Congratulations on your success and improvement. Keep up the great work. Nothing pleases me more than to know you are sharing my teaching material with your daughter. Please, Please make sure she watches the short game DVD’s and works on short game more than anything else. If you can give her a great short game then she will go very far in this game.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I only started playing in my mid-30s (I’m now 66), and I hadn’t played for 10 years until I started to play again 3 years ago, specifically to teach my son, who was then 11 years old. I bought your Perfect Connection bundle to help us both, and I just want to say that your DVDs along with your daily mini-clinics have been fantastic companions in our journey. My boy is now just 14, a club member, with a great swing and a good understanding of the game. He regularly beats me at matchplay, and with your help I have achieved what I set out to do – to turn him into a confident club player with a lifetime of enjoyment of golf ahead of him.
Purchasing your DVDs was as good an investment as I could have made, and your continuing input through your mini-clinics represents fantastic value over the time we have been playing together. We look on you as our friend, and our professional. Long may you continue!
Wishing you a great Christmas and a successful year in 2013. Many thanks,
Andy Roberts
Andy Robert,
Wow Thank you so much for the blog post Andy. I truly mean that from the bottom of my heart. Your letter brings me such pride and happiness that I have been able to help you and your son with this game. At the end of the day this is only a game, but as you can attest to it is more than that. Through this game it has allowed you and your son to share in a passion and grow closer together. I am proud you call me your friend and i look to you both as friends and i appreciate the support you have given me and Perfect Connection. Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions and if your son needs some help I would be more than happy to help. I have a soft spot in my heart for helping kids. This game has given me so much and it is my turn to give back to the game. Are you an insiders member? If you are you can upload your swing to me or your sons for free each month and I will analyze it and send back instructions and dialog to help. Merry Christmas to you and your family and I wish you and your family the best of luck in 2013.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I don’t think it would be a bad idea for Tom Watson to be Ryder Cup Captain for the US.He is one of your all time great sport ambassadors.
However as a Scot I must say that whoever your Captain is we will win it again.
Also I wish you guys would get it into your heads THERE IS NO SUCH EVENT AS THE BRITISH OPEN IT’S PROPER NAME IS “THE OPEN”
Len Woods,
LOL Thanks Lenny…or is it Len. Just think of us Stupid Americans calling it the British Open as our term of endearment. You say the Open because it is your Open championship. We have our Open Championship so we must distinguish between the two. On a side note…Why the hell does it bother you Brit’s so much? LOL I have never really thought about it that much, but I have been bantered on the blog about it. Best wishes sir. Hey on a side note I am putting together a golf trip in September to come across the pond to your wonderful country. We will be playing Turnberry, Kings Barns, Glen Eagles, and the Old Course. It is a very high end expensive trip, but I was thinking about staying around for a couple of days and doing a golf school so that some of my students in Europe could join me for a much more reasonable price. It won’t include all the golf, but I am sure when you get to play those courses all the time it won’t be the same as an American coming there for the first time. If you have any suggestions on a place (preferably a resort, but not important) that I might be able to teach at please let me know. Keep in touch Len and thanks again for writing in. I really appreciate the comments.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi not sure who will get this but I will share with you
I play of a 14 handicap and the drill cj sent me focusing on the L to L
In the swing, I took this to the golf course with that In my mind
The L to L and Saturday 1st dec I shot a 2 over par round my best yet to date
Unbelievable, I have the perfect connection trainer so I know my swing is good
But this week it all came together
Thanks Cj
I love getting your tips and using what is relevant to my game. You assisted me to win our 2009 div 2 club champs and then the champion of champions and again this year our club champs followed by runner-up for the Champion of Champions. I am 61 and still improving all the time. A HUGE thank you from the bottom of the world…New Zealand.
VaLad Anderson,
Thanks VaLad for the blog post and let me congratulate you on your success. I appreciate you thanking me for the help, but let me thank you for trusting me with your golf game. I can provide information, but it is the students responsibility to work hard and put that information into realization. Great job and keep up the great work. Please keep in touch.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi, C.J.
I have your CDs and bought the training aid. Definitely improved. But my swing has a fatal flaw. On my downswing when I turn my hips through, I’m pushing off from the instep of by back foot like a sprinter leaving the blocks, causing me to lift up. Either I top it or chunk it.
Any thoughts?
Thanks.
Mike,
Thanks Mike for the question. I am glad you have improved so let’s tackle the next problem. You stated that you are pushing off the inside of your instep of your back foot on the downswing, and this is causing you to lift up. Let me first say that you should be pushing off the instep of your back foot. This is necessary in the transition for a proper downswing. The reason you are lifting up is not because of this. Are you an insiders member? If you are you can send your swing in to me for analysis for free. I would love to see your swing. Remember that the lift up is an effect of something that is happening before it. Now due to writing in I may have misunderstood what you are saying in regards to pushing off, but Please give me some more info about your ball flight and I will do my best to help you. If you are an insiders member or would like info on that please contact my customer support team at support@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and they will help you out. Let’s keep talking as I know I can help you if I get more info and we continue to talk.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi
I purchased the Signature Series a year ago and was given access to the Members area. I can no longer get access.Even my user name is not recognised. Given the change in your Company are your previous customers now locked out? This would be a pity as I have found the Signature Series useful but cant always rely on the DVDs
Peter Sykes,
Peter I updated your comment a bit as I did not want your username broadcast all over the world. Anyways please contact my customer support team at support@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and they will be glad to help you out and get this fixed.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I see your adding an apple app. I sure hope you don’t forget the samsung android system app. There are almost as many of those phones selling now as apple. Brian
Please respond to your time table.
Hi Brian, We have something coming out that will work with both devices… within the next couple of months. Stay tuned. Plus I have an android and want it to work on that also.
Thanks,
CJ, I already own the signature series and wanted to know if the training aid can be purchased seperately. Still having a problem with the flying elbow!
Thanks, Tim
Hi Tim – you can pick it up right here, http://perfectconnectiongolfswing.com/perfect-connextion-training-aid. Let me know if any questions.
Hi CJ,
I save your mini-clinic emails for future reference because they’re excellent mini-tips. I’ve knocked 3 strokes off my handicap since using them.
However, because some of them have enigmatic subject titles – ‘Your turn to set the table’; ‘An interruption in play’; ‘Don’t be stubborn’ etc, when I’ve saved them, I can’t tell from the email subject what they’re about. If I want to look at them again (which I do!), I have to rename the emails before saving them – not difficult to do but it takes time.
Why not make sure in the first place that the subject describes clearly what the content is about?
Thanks,
Mike Gray
Mike Gray,
Thanks Mike for the question and the kind words. I am glad you are enjoying the mini-clinics. They are here to help and I am happy, based on your feedback that they are helping. In regards to the titles of the video’s I understand your question about why they are not more simple. Please understand that I have employed a copy writer to help with those brief articles that introduce the videos. He watches the videos and then writes a creative teaser, if you will, to get people interested in the video. I understand the confusion at times, as I read the headlines sometimes and have to ask myself…What? Anyways, the purpose of the subject lines is to create a teaser and get people to find out and click on the video. Hope this answers your question.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Since we’ll be able to send in video of our swing, will you be willing to help a one-handed golfer like me?
Absolutely! Looking forward to working with you.
What is meant by digitally delivered? I’m not computer savy with downloads writing to my disk and on and on it goes. Are these all video disk?
Hi Paul, You would have to download these on your computer from the internet (through our online membership area).. if you want the disks we can send them to you. The price is higher though. Customer support can help you with purchase of 360 Degree System in physical format (delivered to your house) if you are interested. You can call them at 877-228-7088. Thanks,
Hi CJ !
just received the “Perfect Connextion training aid” this morning. Takes more time to travel through France than from U.S. to France…
Very good surprise, even before trying it : high quality, metal shaft… Difficult to guess on your website photos : maybe you should zoom or describe a little more ^^.
First fellings are surprising and I’m in a hurry to practice !
Regards
Yves Chomat
Yves Chomat,
Thanks Yves for your support and let me know how it works for you. Keep in touch and if you need any help I am here for you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ;
Interested in the Perfect Connextion training aid. However I have see these on ebay at a cost from 49.00-55.00. Are these copies or the real deal. They do not come with the training CD. What do you think.
Lou, tough to comment on whether they are the real-deal or not. All I can tell you is if you buy the training aid from my team, it includes a video of me showing you the best way to use the device and we offer a money back guarantee. Let me know if I can answer any other questions for you. Thanks,
Here’s the link to buy on our site, http://perfectconnectiongolfswing.com/perfect-connextion-training-aid
CJ,
I am 85 years old. Have been playing golf since 1936. My current handicap is 14. I have shot scores of my age or lower 84 times. I shot 40 on a tough nine yesterday. I don’t know what I could really expect from any lessons at this time.
RAZ
Bob Zimmerman,
Thanks Bob for taking the time to write in to the blog. If you are happy with your current game and are not looking to improve than I agree that you should not look for lessons at this point. You are shooting some great scores and I want to congratulate you on your success. We have chosen a great game to play and the fact that we can play it for our entire life and still enjoy it is unbelievable. I wish you the best of luck and continued success in your golf game.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ said he would analyze my swing from a video. Here’s the info.
To view my swing analysis, please use the following log-in information:
Go to events.golftec.com/hyundai
GolfTEC ID: 0495-00382
Password: petera
Thanks
Peter Astor,
The password did not work. Please send me either correct login and password and I will be glad to analyze your swing.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
C.J. This week in my round I contained my urge to overswing and was very happy. I lost a little distance on drives, but figured more distance would come as I became used to not overswinging. Also, I only hit one pitch a little fat.
A question. I noticed that you and plenty of pros use their right arm to aim the club during alignment. I started to do that beause at times when aiming using my left arm I would be aligned right of the target. Is that the reason you aim ,Or hold the club in your right hand & arm?
Harris,
Thanks Harris for the question. I use my right arm and club because I am right eye dominant. That is the key. Now having said that it may simply be easier for you to use an intermediate target. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi. I’m 75 years of age and I live in London UK. I played a lot of golf when I was a young man but haven’t played much during the past 30 odd years. In recent years with new equipment we see lots of books, videos and young pro’s giving lessons all with their own view on the correct golf swing, but in nearly every instance its aimed at young beginners or middle aged folks whose bodies are still capable of playing most golf shots. But so far I have not seen anything with regards coaching the elderly. I am not looking to hit shots like Tiger Woods, all I want to do is get my T shot 170yds straight down the middle of the fairway,instead of slicing the ball into the rough. and get out of greenside bunkers. Any advice please. Thank You
Allen Togwell,
thanks Allen for the question. That is one difference with the Perfect connection Golf swing. This swing was developed for the amateur golfer and for the guy that can’t spend hours in the gym or on the range. Let’s be honest…I work with tour players, college players, etc, but in order for this swing to be successful over the internet it had to be simplified and work with little time put in. If I made this complicated I would no longer be in business. I know you will enjoy the swing if you give me a chance. Please do not hesitate to ask questions if you get confused or need more explanation as I am here to help. I know I can help everyone if they give me a chance and talk to me.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Played golf today and I seam to be chopping down on the ball, causing me to hit the ground before the ball, and stuffing the shot. whats the answer
Fran Brown,
Thanks Fran for the question. Are you talking about full swing, chipping or what? What is the flight of your normal shots. Please give me more info and I will be happy to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I know it sounds very strange but I have a problem hitting from the Tee.
I have no problem at all hitting i.E a 7 or 8 Iron from the Fairway but once I hit them from the tee they just go everywhere. I cannot hit them the same way I hit them from the ground. I know this is very strange and that ( in case ) it should be the other way BUT do you have any constructive idea why this could be and maybe how I can fix this ????
Cheers and many thanks in advance for your always great tips.
TC
TC,
Please give me a bit more information about your ball flight when you hit it good and also when you hit it bad. What curvature does the ball have? Is it pushed or pulled? The more info I have the better my advice to you will be. talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
When I hit it good they go straight with a nice little draw. This when I hit them from the ground.
When I hit it bad ( happens very often with irons from the Tee ) they go like a pull-hook !
Cheers
TC
TC,
Did you get my email about sending your swing to me? Let me know.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
C.J.I know you like a 90 degree angle on the right or back are. Due t a bad shoulder I can not get that angle. Any suggestions? Also, why don’t you offer the same deal as your x-partner.
Hi Harris – What deal are you referring to ? Something specific you are looking for?
C.J. I bought the driving & short game videos to replace lost ones, so that is not a problem.
However, I understand that you want to stay connected but I used to use the width swing (LAWS) and had a big turn &push my right arm back for distance. then swing with the right side. I used the Per. Con. swing on some drives and was suprised that the ball traveled as far. A couple questions: On the turn, and I have a difficult time right now because it almost does not feel like a turn, the right arm bends but is not locked to the side. Is this correct? You say on the transition you want a gentle shift to the left. I seem to get too violent with the shift. Should it feel like I’m taking a step in place? Finally, you said this was a body release. Do you pull the left arm or sling both arms and let the upper torso come around? You swing in your dvds but in slow motion, it would be nice to see you hit some drives regularly.
I am happy, but getting used to not overturning, which is hard for me. Sucked at chipping today, but that was my faulf, I watched the videos and then went golfing. You do a good job. THANKS
Harris,
Thanks for the questions and thank you for your support of PCGS. To answer your questions let’s make this simple. The right arm is close to the side, but it is not glued so you are correct. In the transition I like your idea of the feeling of stepping in place for your issue of sliding ahead. Great work i like that image. In regards to the body release I think it is a matter of personal opinion on what each person feels so I am not sure what your feel would be. I would recommend hitting the table top drill and gather a feeling of that and use that in your full swing. Please keep me informed on your progress and do not hesitate to ask questions. That is why I am here.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks
Harris,
Your welcome sir. Keep me informed on your progress.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi, I am new to your website but would just like to say that just one of your simple tips has already made a bug difference to my game. Thanks!
David (London, England)
Glad to hear it. Keep up the great work!
Hi CJ,
Excellent coaching CJ,it is very cool to take your coaching to the range through the smartphone and begin to see results WITH understanding in 20 to 30 minutes and walk away feeling accomplished. Thank you for all you do to communicate in simplest terms that has driven many away due to mass frustration and confusion. My goal is to become a scratch golfer. I like many, watch televised pro events to gain knowledge, perspective, insight bla bla bla. But it dawned on me after following your council, maybe that tv stuff is the worst influence, (two steps forward, three steps back kind of stuff). So CJ how would you coach us to watch and if anything learn from what we see (if thats possible) while studying your methods. Mark
Mark Sheffey,
Thanks Mark for the kind words in the blog post and the question. Enjoy golf as entertainment for the most part. I am impressed by watching Rory hit it 370 yards down the middle although I know I cannot do that physically. What we can learn from them and the commentators is their course management. many times the commentators will predict where the pro is going to hit an iron shot (just left of the hole and short of the pin) and the pro does it. They know this because of the pin placement and the trouble surrounding the pin. Pro’s do not aim at as many flags as an amateur even though they are better. Why? They know that if you reduce bogeys there will be some holes you can shoot at and make birdies…Does that make sense? In other words they do not have to try to birdie every hole. If they can leave themselves a thirty footer on a tough hole they might make a long putt and at worse they will make par. Also watch their short games and putting. this is where you can learn the most from watching tv. They are solid over short putts and get the ball up and down most of the time. What shot are they hitting from here…Cj low? Cj medium? Ultra high? Try to predict the shot they will hit before and start asking why they are doing things that way…Is the green running away from them…Where is the wind? etc etc. ( i realize this answer is not grammatically stated or punctuated perfectly, but I wanted to answer it like I as talking…Please excuse my grammar. ) Hope this answers your question.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
Just wanted to say thanks for all your helpful tips. My game has improved immensely over the past 18 months, particularly my driving which is now very reliable.
Yesterday I won my club matchplay competition so you see, the PCGS really does help.
Nigel Ward
Guernsey (UK)
Congratulations! So glad to hear it.
Hi CJ
Your old partner Tim is selling your perfect connection on golf Taylor is this for real ?
DAvid Payne,
Thanks David for the blog post. yes it is for real that he is selling my products. As part of the mediation he is allowed to sell some of our remaining inventory from our company for four months and then he must return that inventory to me. His sales are final and will not allow the student to refund the disks for any reason and there will not be any blog questions you can ask him. I know it is confusing and is not what I would prefer, but it is the best of a bad situation if you know what I mean. Anyways thanks for the question and I hope this answers your question. Best wishes and let me know if you need any help with your swing.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, thought I had better thank for helping me keep my game steady.
I am 78 years old and was beginning to lose my swing, although I was a very good player in my youth age is taking its toll, but your series has helped me keep my swing together without great effort and for that I am truly grateful. I now can at least hold my own with much younger players without any great strain.
I suggest that any one who has not got your bundle package is doing him or her self a miss justice.and will take much longer to improve.
Keep up the great work
Gerald Shakespeare UK
Best to you in your new venture. May it be all that you wished for.
Nice to see you back in business CJ, I have really missed my regular fix of your video clips.
Keep up the great work mate.
Hay C.J. I started golfing in June 2011. In October 2011 I bought the Perfect Connection Golf Swing. It is Great. I then bought your Golf 360. As of September 1,2012 My GHIN is 12.5! Thanks. Glad you are back.
Jay Hetherly
Jay Hetherly,
Jay that is awesome. That is such a huge improvement. Keep up the great work and let me know if you have any questions. I cannot express how grateful I am for the support of my students during this trying time. Thank you so much for your support and let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
Good to see you back on line with your great advice and tips to help improve my game.
Thanks Jerry, we are updating our system with your new email address.
Hi CJ,
I was trying to find the ” Perfect Connextion Training Aid ” on your website ’cause I would be interested in buying one BUT I couldn’t find it. Please be so kind and let me know the exact link where I can get one from you.
Many thanks in advance,
Cheers
TC
Hi TC,
Here is that link. http://perfectconnectiongolfswing.com/perfect-connextion-training-aid
Let me know if any problems.
Thanks,
Hi CJ,
Thanks for your recent explanation of your absence! Great to have to you back. I love the clear uncomplicated instruction you provide. Good luck for the future.
Glad you are back.
Hi CJ
Glad to see you back. I have missed watching and listening to you. I have really enjoyed your tutorials and learned a lot. You talk a lot of good sense in a clear, simple fashion. Keep up the good work.
Pat
Hi CJ ,The Perfection Connection Golf Swing is Impressive ! Unfortunatley, I have a ‘main stream’ habit that is proving to be hard for me to break. I have always had the huge one piece take away ,which of course leads to one of the many ‘disconnects’ that you refer to. My question is ,after I make the initial ‘Y’ movement,I would assume this is not carried back very far before I would need to start making the ‘L’,correct ? A swing thought here would be greatly appreciated.I am spreading the good word to all of my golfing buddies about the great PCGS !
Charlie Davidson,
Thanks Charlie for the question. I would simply swing the club back and only focus on the L at halfway back (L to L drill). I wouldn’t get hung up on swinging the club back 3 inches versus 4 inches before you start to hinge your wrists. I think getting that technical will ruin the flow of your swing and destroy the progress your making. Please let me know if this makes sense and let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks CJ,that does it for me,I am making great progress and this is the swing for me !
Charlie Davidson,
thanks Charlie for the support. i am glad I have been able to help you out. Please let me know if you have any questions about your golf swing.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, Totally impressed with ‘The Perfect Connection Golf Swing ‘ !Unrortunately I have a’main stream’ habit that is proving a little tough for me to break out of.I have always had the huge one piece take away (moving the triangle) ,and of course this is one of the many ‘disconnets’that you make note .My question is, I obviously need to bring the ‘Y’ you mention back—but how far ,before I start making the ‘L’ ? I have a feeling
Hi CJ, thanks a lot. Here in Venezuela, South America. Keep going, your tips really help.
Take care………
Leopoldo Rojas,
Thanks Leopoldo for the blog post. Keep in touch and let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ we’re glad your back. You’re the greatest!!!!!
Mark A
Bakersfield
Mark A,
Thanks Mark. I really appreciate the support. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi C.J.
Thank you for beeing back!!!
I nothing else tha continue the relation with you, as beeing the most natural, not difficult, golf instructor.
/Mike
Michael Gripenskans,
Thanks Mike for the kind words. It really does mean a lot to me to have the support of my students. I will do everything in my power to help each and every person improve. thanks again.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
C.J. Goecks,
I started playing golf in 1936. This is my 76th year in golf. I am 85 years old and have a 14 handicap. I have shot scores of my age or better 84 times. I live in SW Florida and play year around. I have followed your ideas for quite a while and I commend you for your approach to instructing golf.
I would suggest that one of the main problems that I run into in my playing is becoming involved with so many people who are not in any way dedicated to becoming good golfers. They just play golf for something to do on a Wednesday afternoon. They would desire a better score but are not willing to make a concerted effort to accomplish it. I love to find the “GOLFERS” in the crowd. At least they are trying to get better.
Bob Zimmerman,
Thanks Bob for the blog post. I am shocked that this is your 76th year playing golf. that is so amazing to me. I agree with your statement about people not willing to make a concerted effort and that was one of my thoughts when I made these videos. I have to have some great solid instruction that is easy to do. If the instruction is too complicated and too difficult to do then I will lose all of my students…especially over the internet. Communication and making it easier for students to learn and improve is the key to having a successful golf website. Thanks again for your comments.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hey CJ,
Sorry to hear of all your troubles and I’m glad that you seem to be back on track. Congratulations on wresting back control of your own company; I have had similar problems with business partners in the past and know how stressful it can be.
I purchased the Signiture Series in December 2010 but for some time now have been unable to access it online. Your log-on system says it doesn’t recognise my email address yet I stil receive all your emails! Can you get someone to look into this, please?
I’ve experimented with some golf tuition from teaching pros locally, with varying degrees of success. I’m now coming back to your system however, as my 52 year-old body is not really up to copying the movements of Rory McIlroy and Ricky Fowler! Since getting back to the PCGS basics my last four rounds have all been in the eighties and I feel that I’m knocking on the door of shooting in the high seventies.
How great it is to find something that as a 50 year-old man you can actually get better at!
Duncan Cheslett,
Thanks Duncan for your support and I am sorry you are having problems being able to access your videos online. I will make sure I forward this email on to my customer service team. I sent you a message and gave you my phone number so we could talk about some of the problems you are having. I want to make sure PCGS is user friendly and we will run this company with the highest standards of excellence. I am glad you are back to using PCGS and I agree that most people cannot swing like Rory. I find it funny when analyzing swings and listening to pros that analyze amateurs. Typically they show something from Tiger they want to emulate, then they want Rory’s transition, and Bubba’s impact. This would make you superhuman and I am sure even Tiger or Jack Nicklaus wishes they could take certain parts from the best and make it their own, but it doesn’t work that way. I am glad you have decided to make the game simpler and I know you will enjoy it for years to come. Best wishes and keep in touch.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
So glad to hear you’re back on track again. I can’t count the number of people I have told about PCGS. Almost everyone I golf with has commented on the improvements they’ve noticed this past year. And to be truthful I’ve only tried to incorporate some of the very basics in your video series. (I’m a slow learner. One thing at a time and get it right before moving on to the next is my motto). But incorporating just a few of these concepts has dropped my handicap by 6 stokes in 5 months.
Thank you for a great golf training series.
I look forward to receiving more of your weekly tips.
Dave
Hi CJ
I see the Golf Haberdashery is promoting your instruction. Are they still blocking you, it shows you how much they care about the customers as i am sure they also made money from PCGS. Do they have a legal right to your coaching methods. I will wait for you to get up and running, why dont you start a blog in the mean time.
Keep strong Buddy, i have been there and know how frustrating it is.
Regards
Ken
Ken,
Thanks for the support and the question Ken. I truly appreciate that. I want you to understand the sincerity that I say that with. With the mediation agreement Tim is allowed to sell the remaining inventory that we had in stock for four months only. Also his sales are final…in other words he is not standing behind the product and will offer no refund guarantee. My sight is up and running…yea… so please check out pcgs as you normally would and please purchase from me as I will offer a guarantee as well as support and will answer any question you might have. I am happy at this point as we are up and running. I have a statement that I will be releasing next week (the lawyer is reviewing now, just to make sure there is nothing that can get me sued if you know what I mean). Anyways keep an eye out. We will be doing some sales on my product very shortly, as well as a webinar that we are scheduling for this coming Wednesday. Also I am giving away a brand new product to say thank you for your support. Again I truly appreciate your support and we are back and we will be stronger than ever. Best wishes and talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Are you still entitled to be known as the “Golf Rebel”?
Marty,
Hey Marty and thanks for the blog post. Absolutely I am still entitled to be known as the “Golf Rebel”. I even have the Rebel dog laying right next to me as we speak. I think we may bring back some of the Rebel marketing as well. I hope all is well with you and let me know if you have any questions or need help with your game.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Rebel,
I am ready to quit the game and start playing tennis (or fish) again. With my driver, metals and rescues, I have an uncontrollable low snap hook to the right with huge top spin. Forced carries are automatic “drop another ball”. When I weaken my grip and open my stance to compensate, I hit towering high fades over the trees on the left and OB (btw, I am a 65 year old left-hander).
I know what to do from your videos and teaching pointers but can’t seem to pull it off in the heat of battle.
HELP!!
Maybe I missed it but I didn’t see an answer to the question about the orange whip trainer that Andy Schwartz submitted. Good training aid or not?
Bill Otto,
Thanks bill for the question. I did answer this question, but no worries. Yes, the orange whip is a good training aid. I have actually purchased this training aid and used it in my maximum power DVD and recommended this training aid to my students. The orange whip is great for rhythm and also for creating lag in the downswing. I want to make sure everyone knows that I do not get paid from them and I bought the training aid and definitely recommend the orange whip.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
How come I’m now getting emails from Golf Tailor Team and Shawn Humphries? They both got my address from your list.
I’ve read your information about the split with Tim Oyler, but why is he sending me emails?
Frank
Frankk9,
Thanks Frank for the blog post and I understand your frustration. ultimately with the splitting of our company the list was legally allowed to be shared. Trust me I am not wanting to promote his company any more than I legally had to. In order to stop receiving his emails you must literally go to his website and unsubscribe from his list. I wish there was an easier way but thats what needs to be done. I appreciate your support and let me know if you have any questions with your game and I would be happy to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I don’t receive your regular videos any more can you tell me why -I found them very useful
Ruth McMeechan,
Thanks Ruth for your blog post and your support. You may have read that I was in a lawsuit with my ex-partner. We have finally resolved the issue and I have taken control of the company. We have FINALLY received everything we need to start sending the videos again, but it will take us a few days to get this up and going. We are currently setting up our servers as well as everything else technical that we need. Needless to say I teach golf and don’t understand all the computer stuff, but my team does. lol. Anyways, please be patient and thank you again for your support as you will soon be seeing the videos again shortly.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Is there going to be a totally new website? And for those who have sent testimonials, do we still get the same privleges as before?
HI Axel,
For now same website. And yes you will have the same privileges. If you have any issues at all with access. Please feel free to let us know at Support@PerfectConnectionGolfSwing.com.
Thank you for your continued support!
Thanks for getting back to me CJ.
An update on where the members area is atm, the products are working, except the signature series bonus videos link to the old members site.
The insiders club is still down, the videos for each section do not show up, it says “coming in the next week or two” in the video display. The insiders club forum is still not there.
Just giving you and your team an update on how things are atm from someone who has every product.
Oh, and you should make the Power Connection System and 360 Degree Golf System a digital option as well, as well as HD downloads of the instruction for those who have a good internet connection like myself. Cause this day and age, the 574*360 video download is kinda blurry when watched full screen. But that’s the old team I guess. Just a couple of suggestions for you for moving forward. And if you need any help as always, feel free to send me an e-mail, I’m happy to help out getting this up and running as I have experience in the technical areas you talk about.
Hi CJ.
I received on 17th August your Bundled 7 DVD Package for the Perfect Connection GolfSwing, but I didn’t receive the Putting Series DVD.
To help you trace this, the 2 debits to my credit card went though on the 9th July 2012 (USD 74.95 (incl Charges) plus USD 37.00 (incl charges). Was this an oversight or is the Putting Series coming separately?
Thanks,
Russell
Russell Parker,
Thanks Russell for your question. The putting DVD is separate from the 360 program. I am sorry if there was any confusion. Please keep an eye out as I am getting my website up and running very shortly and I am sure we will offer some grand opening sales. Best wishes and let me know if you have any further questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
When I originally purchased the signature series I opted out of the inner circle membership after the 14 day trial. I have since figured out that I use the principles of the swing and am interested in becoming a member of the inner circle. Is that possible? If so, how?
Duane,
Thanks Duane for the blog post. Please hold on a few days and let me get things setup on my end. Unfortunately my ex-partner Tim shut down the insiders club at this point and I am scrambling to get things set up again. Unfortunately he has not been as cooperative as he is supposed to according to the mediation agreement. Needless to say we should have everything up and running by monday (hopefully) or wednesday to be safe. This will be a great time to get in to the insiders club as we will be changing it up a lot and providing a ton of great, new stuff in there to improve your game. Best wishes and thanks for your patience.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
I keep going away and coming back to PCGS as i work out what i should be doing, i was battling with my driving but figured out i was trying to swing it like a short iron instead of letting it find its natural plane.
We need you back and your ex partner should realise he is denying us access to something we paid for, if this carries on I for one am going to start a serious bad mouth campaign on the net against him, by the way i get emails from him and none of the vids work, I also dont know what gives him the right to send me mails as i never signed up with “Golf Tailor”, I first thought it was a clothing site.
I am not going anywhere and will wait for you to get back on line, you are the best on the net and dont preach some unheard of big secret that will make me a scratch player in a week.
Ken,
Thanks Ken for your blog post and please be patient with me as I hope to have everything up and running again by Wednesday at the latest. I appreciate your patience with me and will try to make it right by you. In regards to your campaign…it’s a free country and I feel you should do what you want (thats me clearing my throat if you know what I mean lol). Best wishes and again thank you for your support and please keep in touch.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I was trying the alignment drill in the signature series for lefties. I put one club behind the ball and one in fron tof my feet railroad tracks. The clubs were bothering me and I started spraying the ball everywhere. How can I check my alignment comfortably using the clubs as railroad tracks or can you suggest another drill without the golf clubs on the ground. Thank you.
Eric,
Thanks Eric for the question. I may be confused, but remember you put a club behind the ball and then line up the club near your feet AND THEN remove the first club. Did you do this? I think if you had that club still behind the ball that may be your problem. Ultimately, we just want one club along your feet and that is parallel to your target line. If your spraying the ball then let me ask you a simple question…When you set up to the club along your feet line and then look at the target, does it FEEL like your aimed somewhere else? If so then this is normal, but you need to trust the fact that you are aligned correctly. You may feel weird, but your alignment fix is a two day process. Keep trusting that you are aligned correctly and you will improve your swing.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hey CJ,
You’re the man..I and many others benefited from your great advice and videos in the past so looking forward to more of the same in the future..Hang in there buddy as it,s a golf instructor we need and not a computer whiz kid..Good luck with everything..
Gerry..
Gerry,
Thank you so much for the kind words of confidence. I really appreciate it! The great news is I have a great technical team and as soon as we get the cooperation that was promised in mediation then we will be up and running, although we haven’t seen it yet, we expect regardless to be up early next week. Thanks again and let me know if I can help you in any way.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Tried to order the perfect connection training aid but each time got an error message that credit card number was wrong. The message showed another card number than I entered. What can I do to work around this?
Hi Team,
I recently purchasd the “perfect connection golf training aid”. I have noticed in the videos that CJ has the setting of the training aid different to using an iron as to when using for chipping and putting.
Is there any specific set-up for the training aid, or is it just the way you feel comfortable.
Regards
Joe olsen
Joe Olsen,
Thanks Joe for the question. there really isn’t a different setting except for width of arms. In the full swing, because of centrifugal force your elbows will work closer together while in putting there is basically a rocking of the shoulders. Does this make sense? Ultimately put the width of the training aid at what feels comfortable for you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear CJ,
Thanks for everything you gave to me about golf technique.
If you don’t mine , can you tell me what am I to do if I want to cancell my membership.
Thank you in advance.
Arif,
Thanks Arif for your support of PCGS. I am sorry to see you go from the insiders club. Please wait a few days and we will get this handled for you. As you may have read from previous blog posts I was in a lawsuit with my ex-partner for things he has done in the past and the way the company was run. this is behind us now and we are making all the transitions to having this new company formed, but let’s just say he isn’t as cooperative as he should be according to the agreement we made. We hope to have everything up and running again by monday. I would encourage you to stay however as I promise you that I will be focusing a majority of my efforts on making the insiders club unbelievable. There will be so many tools in there that will help your game and allow you to understand the strengths and weaknesses of your game and really improve on them. Again, if you wish to cancel I am sorry to see you go, but will be more than happy to accommodate your wishes. Please let me know on monday what your wishes are.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
If I order dvd do you send it in europe – FRANCE
I read and understand your current situation. When you have time I need your advise. I mid-sixty’s, strong and in good health. I am 5’8″tall. In spite of all I do rarely do I hit a drive over 245. Could it be timing? I am stocky, but so are you. Help with some advice please . I do own your Signature, driving , pitching and chipping videos.
Harry,
thanks for your support buddy. I am sincere when I say that I do appreciate your support. the biggest key to producing distance is using the L to L drill. Are your wrists working correctly? Are your arms rotating? Do you slice or draw the ball? I am proud to be back on the blog finally and am here to help. Please answer these questions and get back to me and I will be glad to help. Also If anyone is an insiders club member please post on the blog and let me know. i am currently transferring everything but I do not see the insiders club blog. Is anyone on there and are there any insiders club members that are receiving emails from my ex- partner? please please let me know
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
C.J.Sorry this took so long to get back, but I wanted to get imput from my friends. I have been told that I hurry my backswing, which I probably do. When I gently put some weight on my front leg on the downswing it turns into a not so gentle shift. My wrist cock or L to L is ok. I guess my swing turns into a slug. When I strike the ball correctly it almost feels like a delay and I hit a little draw.In spite of my faults, I usually do not slice or hook. I have to admit, I do like to swing fast on drives. Your chipping and pitching videos have helped a lot. Thanks.
Harry,
Thanks Harry for the blog post. I am not sure what your asking me to help you with? Weight shift? Anyways please stay tuned as I will be analyzing students swings and I would love to see your swing and help you out. Best wishes and keep in touch.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Please delete this message it’s never going to be answered.
Tony Poczos,
Thanks Tony for the blog post and I am sorry for any issues you received in the past. I was unable to answer blog questions during my lawsuit, but that is settled now. Please, Please accept my apology and if you have a question I will be glad to help. I am back and ready to get started. this is a new company and it will be run with honor and dignity and will not participate in any shady or underhanded marketing tricks. I respect each and every one of you and want to help you with your game. Let’s get started.
keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear Sir/Madam,
I find that I am no longer getting the weekly emails which make me a better golfer.
I am a purchaser of the DVDs and until recently I was receiving the emails once or twice a week.
Please start sending them to me again.
Thanks,
Mike Witt
Michael and Everyone,
Hey everyone I wanted to touch base with you. You haven’t heard from me for the past couple of months due to legal issues within the company. You may have received an email from my ex-partner Tim Oyler today stating the fact that we are no longer together and that he is currently starting a new business. Not wanting to risk defaming him and not wanting to risk getting sued, let’s just say that we had different views, in my opinion, on how to treat the customers and how to run a business. Let’s be honest. I was the the golf instructor and the face of Perfect Connection Golf Swing. Tim ran the behind the scenes/ business side of Perfect Connection Golf Swing. Due to areas that were out of my control we have agreed to part ways and I will continue on with PCGS and he will begin his own venture.
I am excited about the new team that I have put together to continue on the great instruction of Perfect Connection Golf Swing. Due to the separation of Tim and myself I ask all my students to please be patient with me for the next week or so while I am getting servers transferred, email lists transferred, and a whole lot more stuff that is needed to run Perfect Connection Golf Swing the way it should AND WILL BE run in the future. I am the golf instructor and not the computer guy so I cannot get everything transferred as quickly as he can, but I have a team that will be able to do this, but being honest he has had a head start. Again I want to truly thank each and everyone sincerely from the bottom of my heart for your support in the past. I promise that we have a lot of great things to come in the near future and I will do everything in my power to help each and every one of you to the best of my ability. Please understand my sincerity when I say this that I truly appreciate your business and as a golf instructor I receive no greater pleasure than seeing my students improve. It does me no good, nor you to continue struggling. I will do everything I can to help you enjoy this great game and passion we have chosen to play. Thank you again.
Sincerely,
CJ
Michael Witt,
Thanks Michael for your blog post. As you may have read there was a big shakeup with PCGS. My ex partner is no longer around and we are transitioning the company currently. It may take a week or so to get everything back up and running, but I assure you that it is coming shortly. Thank you for your patience and please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you out with your game.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
It is now 2nd August and I still have not received any sort of response to my questions and comments. I also note that the daily tips that are now coming through contain nothing new and are just regurgitating all that has gone before. Sorry CJ but very, very disappointing.
I would advise everyone to have a look at the Graves Golf Academy website as the swing that this is promoting is far more straightforward than the “Perfect Connection” method.
When I made my comments I did not really expect any sort of response because websites such as yours cannot accept criticism and do not have the balls to show anything in its testimonials from clients other than the good ones. It would make the whole thing much more plausible if the was the occasional “non-success” story. If your testimonials from supposed satisfied clients who have shaved tens of strokes off their handicaps using the Perfect Connection method why has the average score for a male golfer not improved beyond 97 for the past 50 years?
Question for CJ
I purchased the PerfectConnextion. There is nothing in the instructional video or in your comments that deals with its adjustment for optimal use and benefit. If its adjustability feature was not important then it would not likely have been made adjustable. Please discuss this so that I ill be using it correctly and will get maximum benefit from its use.
How about a reply to my question? If I don’t know how to use it correctly then I want to return it for a refund.
Bill Otto,
Thanks Bill for the question, but I am confused. I have not seen your question. I am assuming your talking about the perfect connextion training aid, but not sure. Please re-send your question and I will be more than happy to help you out. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I haven’t seen anything on your web site that tells me how to set up and swing a club to generate enough height to go over a tall tree. Please advise what you recommend to hit a ball over a tall tree that is close to you.
CJ
I thought someone of your standing would have known that the competition isn’t the “British” Open . . . it’s The Open Championship of golf. Plain and simple!!!
Ken
Hi CJ,
I just wanted to let you know that with your help,I am finally able to chip with confidence and my pitching is slowly improving.I keep reminding myself–’Two things left one thing right’.Thanks very much again,CJ.Kind regards.Bob Dourado
dear CJ
you show how to swing and putt shots on the green
but do not show how to read the greens. is there any way to learn how
to read greens bernie
Still awaiting “moderation” after a week?
First, I would like to let you know how much I like your training videos. I recently was practicing some of the techniques you teach regarding swing plane and balance at my local driving range and my local golf pro was watching me and suggested that I might want to add the Orange Whip trainer ( http://orangewhiptrainer.com/products.php) to my swing training program to help with my swing plane, timing, flexibility and balance. Before I decide to purchase this trainer, I was wondering what you folks think about using it?
Thanks,
CJ:
The Bobby Wilson video is impressive, but my lower back cringes at the image of me trying to copy a long drive hitter. I think that club head speed is generated by releasing torque around a stationary axis to gain acceleration. For me, if not all of us, that axis is your core and lower back muscles. No?
(I’m hinting to my kids that your video series would be a great Fathers Day present!)
Bill Mudge
Dear friends.
I live in Brazil, 32 y old, and I am a 15hcap. I used to play a Callaway X24 set (3 – PW) with steel shaft. I am playing now once a week and some times twice. I am addicted to the game and improving fast. Since last month I am playing with my friend new RAZR X Tour and I was completely surprised by my game. The clubs are fantastic and I felt that I was playing easy, strait and long. In other hand a friend who plays 5hc told me to try the RAZR X Forged and I would like to know your opinion? Which clubs should I go? What are the main differences?
Ps: now I am felling strange to play with the X24, so big and round/fat.
Congrats for the grate website, content and support.
Paulo
Dear CJ,
I have purchased your Perfect Connection Golf Swing Package and have
been working with it for a few days with mixed results.
First I have a question regarding the grip. Is there anything detrimental to the
golf swing using a reverse overlap grip (left index finger overlapping the right
pinkie finger, left hand on top) ? I am a right handed golfer. To me this is the
most comfortable and helps keep my left wrist from breaking down (cupping)
at impact. Does this affect the wrist hinge, or create loss of distance ?
Secondly, I seem to have a natural fade. I would like to achieve a slight draw.
Oddly enough, when I open the club face at address I seem to fade less, and
when I close the club face I seem to slice, or fade even greater. It should not
work that way should it ? What do you think I am doing wrong and what would
you recommend I try ? This applies to woods only, irons are dead straight, but
woods “always” fade. Should I shorten my grip ? I have a 45″ driver, and I am
about 5′-11″ tall, wrist 33″ from floor standing erect.
I tried your instruction for a draw (align right, but aim club face left ) but so far,
it hasn’t been working. If the ball is placed with 12 and 6 o’clock aimed to the
target, should the ball be struck at 5, 6, or 7 o’clock theoretically ? Should the
ball spin clockwise or counter-clockwise to create the spin for a draw using the
above reference ?
I am 75 years old and have a swing speed of only around 75 MPH, an average
drive is only 175 yards. How can I increase this to get more distance ? I’ve got
probably only a few years left to achieve a goal of shooting a game in the 80′s?
So far, I like the Perfect Connection Swing theory, and hopefully it will allow me
to someday achieve my goal.
CJ can you help with making better contact.
I seem to hit the ball fat and take a divot before the ball all the time
Thank You
Tom
I allways take a divot before making contact with the ball, ( hitting it fat ). Can you advise me what to do to correct this please.
Good morning CJ,was wondering why ,when chipping im hitting the grass behind the ball,where im divoting and barley making contact where its a oooopppssss shot,im keeping my eyes on the ball at all time ty
I have been using the signature series to great effect and my handicap has come down from 18 to 13. My problem is that we have a new 4 ball partner on Saturday competitions. He is a good player (9 handicap) but moans on ALL the time. It’s the greens or the bunkers or anything. It’s all negative and it’s affecting my game. I’ve tried blocking it out but it’s incessant. Any tips apart from finding other playing partners.
Hi CJ
When on the backswing, does your left arm have to be straight? because i have seen all the pro’s leftarm is straight on the backswing
Why does it have to be straight? if so what can appen if it isn’t?
Ruan
Hi CJ.
First of all. Big congratulations on what you’re doing. Love your vids, your teaching ways, and especially your short game series. My god you’ve helped me with that a lot.
Now the reason why I write you is actually a … “spreading the word” PCGS commercial suggestion… job proposal kind of if you like.
I’m a native Spanish professional translator and interpreter plus a 15 hcp player, who purchased your Bundle Series like 2 months ago, and, as you may have already noticed, I don’t have any problems with my English (wish I could say the same on my game
.
I was wondering… how about translating your website, your whole series, (putting subtitles to them in Spanish) or even dubbing them, and giving all Spanish speaking people both overseas and in Southamerica the chance to get access to it in their native language?
I would be up to do that with literally tons of pleassure. That is, if you think it’d be worth it.
Get in touch.
Sincerely yours.
Ivan Rivero.
Hi, viewed all video clips but still unsure as to what I should be doing from top of backswing to striking the ball in U shaped swing
Could you explain please
at top of backswing weight over to right and left shoulder over right foot what now ????
Hi, I am interested in learning the Perfect Connection golf swing. The only thing which concerns me is: whenever I am opposite someone teaching me something, I do everything they do perfectly – except in reverse because I am opposite them. Do we get to see what to do from the user’s viewpoint, as if the camera was on the instructor’s shoulder? Do you get what I mean?!
Thanks for your reply.
Claire
Claire,
Thanks Claire for the question. Yes the videos will be viewed from either face on or down the line. I hope this answers your question.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
OK, I’m going to give it a shot – literally!!
I’ll be happy to give some feedback.
Thanks.
I received lesson 1 on May 24th, have not gotten any more. Thought maybe the holidays were a problem. I am enjoying learning to play the game. Thanks for any help you can give me on getting the rest of the lessons.
Seven Alexander,
Thanks Seven for the question. Please contact customer support or re enter your name in the pcgs and you should start receiving the videos again. I apologize for this inconvenience, but again please contact customer service and they will be able to help you. Unfortunately I do not have the function from my end to help with that.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ Please help Im about to give up. Im topping every shot, even on a tee with a 9iron, Its either a top or I hit in the middle of the ball. I cannot make solid contact. The driver is going about 125 yards. I dont want to give up on this swing because its everything I believe in.I tried the towel under the arms and that didnt work either. Thanks Doug.
Douglas Nasur,
Thanks Douglas for the question. I am here to help. This can’t be that difficult so lets start simple. One, have you checked your distance from the ball (fist and a thumb)? Second, have you worked on the L to L drill and focused on the straight arms when finished? Please let me know and lets keep talking.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
Just want to know if you have drills or advice on how to square the club face on impact
Ruan,
Thanks Ruan for the question. Are you slicing it? If so use my split hand drill and that will help immediately. If you are unsure what this is please write back and lets talk. I am here to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I do fade or slice my clubs so I tried coming more inside the ball with my club on the dowbswing, can you please explain the split hand drill?
Thanks ruan
i want to know how many series do you have and what deal would you offer to buy them all the whole set of them i live in australia and play golf once to twice a week and i have had conventaly training but find hard to keep swing the wake they teach me i find it uncomfortable and hit the ball okay for a shot time i am being told by lower single figure player i should be playing around there handicap i play of 23 and all the things in your short vides i have seen i am doing wrong i need to get to my protentcail i would like the help of your serieses thank you
Rodney Watson,
Thanks Rodney for the question. Lets calm down a bit. You don’t need everything at this point. Let’s get you started in the right direction. First I recommend the short game series. Start with putting and chipping and That should get you to a 10 handicap. Please Please Please follow my advice. You can get my bundle package which includes the PCGS Swing, but please start with the short game. Give yourself a couple of weeks to start on this and I promise you that you will make quicker advances. I do this for a living so lets keep talking and within a month we can have you playing great. Talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, I am hitting my irons pretty good but somehow somewhere I have developed a wicked slice with all of my woods. Even when I close the club face to about 10 a clock (right hand golfer)I still only have a 50 50 chance of hitting it somewhat straight. I know that there are a whole lot of things I could be doing wrong but I was hoping that you might be able to give me a tip or 2 that might get me back on track to losing the nasty slice that I now have.
THX
Dan
Daniel Ray,
Thanks Daniel for the question. The first thing you need to check is your grip. Secondly, I want you to imagine your right palm going to the ground at impact. this will allow you to release the club. You might also try the split hand drill and that will give you the feeling of the proper release. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I recently bought the videos, but work has been hectic and haven’t been able to use them much yet. My question is actually about the clubs I have. I recently picked up two Nickent 3DX hybrids(#4-23 degree and #5-26 degree) and two Nickent 4DX hybrids(#3-20 degree and #4-23 degree) for $25. I filled out my hybrids with a 3DX #2-17 degree and 3DX #6-29 degree. I got a set of Tommy Armour 845 V-31 Irons (5-9, a 54 degree wedge, 59 degree wedge) for $15. A friend of mine gave me his 3 old Big Bertha Warbird drivers(10 degree, 11 degree, 12 degree) and a set of 3 USA Tour Stealth “The Bomber” woods(1-9.5 degree,3-15 degree,5- 21 degree) and a Knight Devastator 3 wood-16 degree. A build tech at Uinta Golf, a local shop, said that he thought the USA Tour clubs are Callaway Big Bertha knock-offs.
Anyway, my question is about the Tommy Armour Irons. With them being musclebacks I know that they aren’t the best for a beginner, but I’m on a limited budget, so they are all I could get. Will I be OK using these irons to learn this program or am I better off waiting until I can get a set of cavity backs? I don’t want to wait, but I will if necessary.
Thanks!
Jason M,
Thanks for the question. You will be fine with the Tommy Armour irons while learning to play golf. Yes it will be more difficult, but you will be fine with those. Let me know if you have any further questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Just want advice on how to read greens? andHow 1 can bring the club down on a straight plain?Any drills on that please
Regards
Im playing much better with the perfect connection golf swing.I am pulling my wedges to the left real bad everytime.What can I do to correct that. I am a 15 handicap and have changed my swing for about 3 weeks and have been playing to a 12 handicap.I wear a extra large glove and have been using super oversized grips should that be what i’m using.
I have just received the Perfect Connection training aid. I am very happy with it. One question, is there any particular distance the bar should be spread between your biceps? Thank you.
Der Mr Goesks,
I’ff missed the first two video’s in my mailbox.
Proberly it came into a spam box.
Nummer 3 and 4 are in now.
Look forward to see the rest but please can you send
numbers 1 and 2 once again please.
Keep up the good work.
Greetings from the Netherlands,
Ferry de Boer
Ferry de Boer,
Thanks for the question and I am sorry you had some issues receiving the first two videos. please contact customer support and they can help you out. Also you can re-enter your name and email when prompted to and you will be entered into our system again and that will get you the videos. Please let customer support know and they can help you out better than I can at this point.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I would like to take some personal lessons with CJ I live in Texas. What do i need to do to sign up?
Ron Aigner,
Thanks Ron for the trust that you have in me to help you with your golf game. Please email Shannon at Shannon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and she will figure out the times and needs that you want and will coordinate the golf school for you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I hear from numerous people that its good to tee up the ball high when driving off the tee to get better distance and flight.
I notice that I tend to hit under the ball when I do this. Is the a procedure or tip you have in relation to the setup and execution of this shot?
Thank you in advance.
Kind regards
Greg Anderson
Greg Anderson,
Thanks Greg for the question. It is good to tee up the ball high. Typically you want half the ball over your driver. The reason your popping up your shot could be two fold. First are you tilting to the right with the driver at address? If not this is the reason you could be popping it up. The second reason would be that your downswing is too steep or over the top. If you typically hit pulls and slices with your other clubs and even your solid shots with the driver than this is the reason. If this is the case we need to get your swing a bit flatter on the downswing. First try the tilt and that will help in getting the swing a bit flatter, but keep me informed and lets get this fixed.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
I am looking for a “new” golf swing. I am mid 50′s and can’t seem to get out of the 90′s into the 80′s. My biggest problem is ball contact that is not quite crisp. It’s a little thin or a little fat, a little behind the ball etc. It’s close to being quite good but not there. Tend to fight a fade as well. (Not so so bad as it once was an out and out slice.) Add to that an average short game and here I am in the 90′s, odd time in 80′s and odd time over 100.
I am looking at your program as well as the stack and tilt. Is your program a “weight forward” golf swing? It seems to me that by dropping the right hip slightly some weight is transferred to trailing foot rather than being stacked forward. Is this accurate?
Fortunately I am pretty pain free and flexible for my age but would like to stay that way certainly. I think the flexibility may even work against me sometimes as I easily get the club out of position.
So basically i would like to simplify my swing and increase my consistency. I only want to do one “makeover” of my swing so I want to be simple and lasting and consistent. Would even be willing to sacrifice some distance to do it. Why your system versus the also popular Stack and Tilt?
Thanks
Jim
Jim,
Thanks Jim for the question. My tilt to the right is actually the right hip being lowered to get the spine aligned properly with your body since your right hand is lower on the club. The weight remains 50/50 though for the irons and 60% right for the driver. In my opinion the stack and tilt is a bit more complicated than my system and I do not agree with their thoughts on the golf swing. I understand there is more than one way to swing a club, but I feel mine is easier and better for the body. If you go the way of the stack and tilt they will give you angles and degrees that your body must be in, but I think that is overload for the average golfer.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
What is the proper weight distribution for the driver, long irons, hybrids and short irons. I have not ran across this in your videos.
Paul,
Thanks Paul for the question. The weight distribution for the driver should be 60% on your right side while irons are 50/50. The short irons depend on if your hitting a full swing. If your making a swing that is not a full swing than it should be slightly left. Hope this answers your question.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dave,
Thanks for the blog post and the info. Can you please tell me the direction of your misses. I understand that your losing distance, but I need info. Thanks and talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ: Most of my shots are straight, just less distance. Now if I error I will typically be left of target line. Almost never hook or draw the ball. Ocassionally I may fade slightly off the tee but not usually slice. I do not try and work the ball ever. I could not draw my driver on a bet but I usually hit it down the middle.
Dave,
Thanks for getting back to me. have you been fit for your clubs? this will make a huge difference. In regards to the loss of distance I can only think that you may be thinking technically right now and are not able to swing freely. This is typical of someone learning to drive a stick shift for the first time. It sounds like your hitting it solid, but you may be making slower swings while making changes. Don’t worry if this is the case as this is normal, but lets keep talking and I will do everything to help you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Follow up on the issue with distance shortcomings on the approace clubs. Primarily the irons. I was fit for shaft length and such at Golf Galaxy after doing a session on their launch monitor. I needed 1″ longer shafts on irons and went with the lite steel shafts. In short I am having to way over club on the irons and no clue why. Did a few video clips and thought I was in fact swinging too slow to get the L to L and arms correct. Thursday we played and I was conscious of swinging too slow when using an iron. I did not try and swing out of my shoes but at least accelerate the tempo and through the ball as if swinging to the target and not just to the ball. I hit ok but the distance is still way off. I do not know what ,if any, contribution the new irons I built are playing. Same situation with older irons. My floor to wrist dimension is not in the add 1″ category but the pro at G.G and the monitor noted a longer iron shaft and no more than 1/2″ if any on woods.
First let me describe myself. I am short (5′ 7″), and at 175 lbs a little heavy for my height but I am active and in decent shape at 68. I started playing golf at age 45. My game improved until I reached a handicap of 15 after I had been playing for about 10 years. My handicap has steadily increased over the last 7-8 years to 20-21 and shows every sign of getting worse. Over the years most of my bad shots have been hooks and pull hits although I do hit my share of slices. I generally do not hit the ball very high and I have never hit the ball far. Regarding distance I now have trouble driving the ball over 150 yards. All this has not helped my confidence and in fact has led me to swinging harder and harder.
I have been using your DVDs for a few weeks now and have made little progress. In fact I am playing about as poor a game of golf as I ever have. At this point I often hit the ground behind the ball. When I do make contact I frequently hit weak, low slices. I also hit “pop ups” far too often. Sometimes I top the ball. I occasionally do make solid contact and have hit a few good shots.
Any suggestions as to how I can get more out of your DVDs.
JDM
JDM,
Thanks JDM for the information. You have to understand that when your making changes you might need to over exaggerate the feeling. Feel and Real are two different things. Ultimately the shots your describing are coming from too steep a downswing and possibly a slide ahead of the ball. For fun i want you to practice hitting drivers off your knees. If your too steep you will hit the ground before the ball. Work on this and grab the feeling of your arms rotating better and around your body. Let me know how this works out.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I’ve watched since 2 month a lot of your videos (signatures series, short game, etc).
I only practice once or twice a week so at this moment I didn’t try all your drills but last week I’ve experienced incredible shots at the range. Difficult to describe but for the first time the ball was realy flying and really straight. It was unbelivable !! I’m index 54 (and my target is 36 for this year).
BUT this week, I’ve had shots like before PCG and really I didn’t know why. Some good shots but mostly a lot of bad contacts, balls to the right of target, tops (thins ?), fats…
Since this day I feel a lot of pain in my upper right leg and right hip.
Because of that I have the feeling that I didn’t keep the right knee stable during backswing.
My question are : could you tell me if you think that this could be the cause of all that bad shots ?
Is the stability of right knee in the backswing important in the PCG ?
If yes, is there a video explaining what the right leg is supposed to do during the backswing? And finally do you have a drill to improve that?
I’d really appreciate to keep them long and straight as last week !
Thanks
Seb
NOTE : As you can read I’m not fluent in English, so some videos are difficult to understand clearly then please forgive me if this point is really clear in one of your videos.
Note also that I was really focused to connect the arms with the body so that’s not the problem.
SEb,
Thanks for the info. Yes the stability of the right leg is important to your golf swing. Are you sliding back or is your right knee straightening? If its sliding then place a golf ball under your right foot, but more on the outside part of your right foot. This will kick your right knee in and keep you from sliding off the ball. let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thank you CJ for the answer.
Obviously I do beleive it was more straightening than sliding !
Any drill for that ??
And could you suggest a video where the action of both left leg and right leg are highlighted ?
Seb
Seb,
Thanks Seb for getting back to me. This is simple. With the drill I described before simply put the ball under your right heel (in the middle) and stand on the ball. This will keep your right knee flexed in the backswing. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
C.J. Your tips are awesome. For a beginner golfer like me, would it be to my advantage to include a driver in my golf bag, or to just utilize my 3 and 5 woods and my basic irons of course until I get a little more proficient in my game? I have a driver which I practice with and find it a little different to get used to. I like using it though. When should a beginner golfer begin to use a driver on a regular basis?
Wayne Smith,
Thanks Wayne for the question. I would recommend staying with a 3 or 5 wood for a bit longer. Remember though that the swing is the same, but the setup is different. Keep me informed on your progress and let me know if you have any questions. As far as when it ultimately depends on how your doing. Heck, try the driver and see how your doing. If it works then use it, but if not go back to the 3 wood for a bit and sporadically try the driver.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
HI CJ,
My name is Koh and my handicap is 20.
I have just bought the perfect connection golf series and started to change my golf swing according to your lesson given.
After practicing few times, there are few problem that need your help.
1) Short iron – golf ball goes very high and the
distance is shorter compare to my old swing.
2) Long iron – No distance and sometimes pull to the left
3) Rescue wood – sometime pull to the left
4) 3 wood – hit the ground 1st before the ball
5) Driver – Slightly to the left then fade to the right
I feel there is not much power in this new swing, please help.
Previously my golf swing is not consistent and after each round of golf my right lower back feel very pain.
Lately I have received a few emails from you introducing Bobby Wilson.
So I register for the free lesson and I see that his swing is different from yours. I am a bit confused.
Regards,
PK Koh
Koh,
Thanks Koh for the questions. First the shots your describing are a result of a swing that is too steep on the downswing. Feel the club come a bit more from inside and that should help. Remember every shot you described is caused by the steep swing…it doesn’t matter which club you are using. In regards to Bobby Wilsons swing dvd’s you need to work a bit more on your swing before you try that stuff.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, is there any drill that I can practice to make me feel the club come a bit from inside. I have try on the iron is it much better now but I don’t get it quite right for the 3 wood. Sometime I hit it thin and sometime fat.
CJ, is there any drill that I can practice to make me feel the club come a bit from inside. I have try on the iron is it much better now but I don’t get it quite right for the 3 wood. Sometime I hit it thin and sometime fat.
I just got done watching all of your 7 bundle set of dvds. I really enjoyed them and need your help badly.I havent played golf in 7yrs.In the last year i have lost 100 lbs and now wish to take golf back up.The problem is my physical therapist says I have the flexabilty of a 90 yr. old and im only 60.When you say to lower your right hip at address, whats the first move you make to allow this to happen. Thanks for your help.
Douglas Nasur,
Thanks Doug for the question. Congrats on losing the 100 lbs. Thats awesome. The great thing about flexibility is it can get better. keep in touch with me and let me know how your coming on this. I will kick your butt if you’re simply being lazy and watching T.V versus spending 10 minutes working on your flexibility. Heck you can do that while watching T.V. We all need accountability partners so get it done my friend. to lower your right hip keep it simple and simply kick your right knee in a tiny bit at address and that will do it. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, I purchased your system over a year ago and it had an immediate positive impact on my game. My consistency and ball striking improved dramatically. However, toward the end of last season and into this season I’ve developed the bad habit of coming out of my swing too early and it has crippled my game. The only time I don’t peak too early is when it is my only swing thought and even then I still do it. I know this is a completely mental issue (I considering be hypnotized!) but I figured I would see if you have any techniques or drills you can recommend because I’ve such success with them in the past. I am desperate at this point because this issues has put my game in the toilet. Any advice would be appreciated!
John
John Pyle,
Thanks John for the question. Lets talk about this because I know I can help you. Why do you feel like your standing up out of the shot? Are your hamstrings super tight? If not then there is a reason your doing this. Work on the extension of your arms through the shot with the L to L drill but focus on the straight arms when finishing. A stand up move might be your compensation for a swing that is too steep or too shallow and your trying to avoid sticking the club in the ground. This stand up move is a compensation so lets figure out the cause. Get back to me and tell me what your ball flight is and your misses so I can get a picture of your swing. Please remind me of your situation since I answer a lot of these each day. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I’m 65 and play off 24. My build is similar to yours, CJ, I think (except I’m heavier I guess !).
I’ve just bought a new set of irons (Mizuno JPX 800 — 4 thru pitching wedge) with regular graphite shafts (buying for the next 10 years as I don’t think I’ll be using steel shafts at 75).
My previous clubs (a local Australian brand, Brosnan) had stiff steel shafts, and I’ve used them for last 15 years with minimal issues on 5 iron through pitching wedge; although some years back I had the 3 and 4 iron re-shafted with regular steel shafts.
It’s early days still, but I ‘m having difficulty adjusting to the new graphite shafts. I’m tending to “dig in” several inches behind the ball (instead of taking a light divot after ball strike). My personal view is that I’m swinging faster than I should with the new shafts, and that the “flexier” shafts result in the club-head getting “left behind”, and thus hitting the ground short of the ball. I do take a reasonable pause at the top of back-swing — so I don’t THINK it’s a case of changing too rapidly from back-swing to down-swing.
This has had disastrous results (only 20 stableford points in yesterday’s club competition !!) whilst I had 38 points using old clubs at another first-time played course last Friday.
Is my analysis correct (or at least probable cause) ? If so do you have any drills which might help me adjust? Or is it just a case of getting out on the range, hitting a lot of balls, and getting the head (ie brain) and muscle memory to adjust over time?
PS: Here’s the web link for my local club in Sydney, Australia — if you ever get out to Oz come and have a round.
http://www.mvgc.com.au/welcome/index.mhtml
Richard Harrison,
Thanks Richard for the blog post. I would love to come to Australia and tee it up with you one day. Please stay in touch. I know I will be taking a trip down under in the next few years. Anyways back to your question the key is really the swing weight. you can get lighter clubs, but you really want the swing weight to be similar to what your using. A lighter shaft will have a head that is matched to the shaft and create a similar swing weight. For any club fitter out there am I correct in this. I know his shafts will take his swing weight down a bit, but should he keep it similar. Please help me out as this is not my specialty. My personal recommendation is hitting a lot of balls and getting use to it. I am not sure if this is the best thing for you. You might simply add some lead tape to the clubs to get the swing weight a bit heavier and as you get older you could reduce the amount of lead tape thus making the clubs lighter down the road. I hope a club fitter will read this and send in their thoughts. I will make sure they get posted and will help you out. best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ – thnaks for your reply. I will get my club fitter to compare old vs new swing weights and report back on what I find. However I spent some time on range over weekend and discovered that slowing down on first part of down-swing, and then whipping hands through contact zone, seems to improve matters. I had a social round yesterday (Monday) and definitely better than last week! Competition round tomorrow (Wednesday) will be key indicator.
Thanks for help so far.
Richard
Richard Harrison,
Thanks Richard for the follow up. Let me know how its going and good luck.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, I just wanted to thank you, I have always had an issue with irons, I was even ready to throw in the towel and get an all hybrid set. Boy am I glad I didnt not only am I hitting my irons pure now, I actually prefer them over my hybrids ( sometime top). My game I am not going to say is better or worse at this point because of long winter here in Marylan it usually takes me a few months to get to where all the stars are aligned for me to shot my low scores, but will say with the new found confidence I have found with my irons, I am attacking pins and came within 1 1/2 foot from a hole in one twice on the same hole while playing down in Florida on vacation. You should start training people on how to teach your method so that all golfer can get the benefit of the PCGS. I would love to attend a clinic or something that trains potential teacher in the PCGS method.
Richard,
Thank you so much for the kind words and congrats on your success. I am currently in the process of coming up with a training program. Unfortunately this will not be a one day training class like I have heard of some people doing. The least amount of time to be trained by me is 6 months. This does not mean you will have to live here in Dallas. I will be doing online training with instructors all over the world and will require a lot of homework for my instructors. Unfortunately this may not be good for some, but I want to make sure my instructors are great and can help others with their games. If this is something that you are still interested in then please keep in touch. Let me know and I will get some info and we can talk on the phone and go from there. Best wishes and keep up the great work.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello CJ,
How critical is it to have a straight left arm at the top of the 3/4 swing? I can manage a straight left arm at 1/2 swing but always end up with a slight bend trying to point the thumbs in the direction of the ear.
How can I lock that left elbow?
Many thanks. Bob Lenn
bob Lenn,
Thanks Bob for the question. Having a straight left arm is not critical to the PCGS swing. The key to having a straight left arm is really body related. Most people are not strong enough to do this or flexible enough. That may sound odd, but as of two years ago (playing golf for 23 years at a high level) I was not strong enough either. I need to do a video on this and show you as it is very difficult to explain in text. Best wishes and don’t sweat the small stuff.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello CJ,
Thanks for relieving me of an anxiety.
May I join the list of those who have benefitted so much from your lessons and express my appreciation for your effective, efficient, and ultimately esthetic golf swing.
As you have put it so well in your teaching DVDs, the traditional methods and books have left me unable to play and to enjoy golf.
Your eye-catching advertisement made me turn to your site out of curiosity, because the last time I left a golf course was because I did my back in and never went back to golf again. I could never get to those body positions of the books and body turns required by the instructors.
Suffice to say that I was convinced by the principles you expounded on, bought your DVD’s, shared your teachings with my cousin and friend and all of us are benefitting from executing better swings and more consistent results.
Thank you again for bringing pleasure once again to me in golf.
Best wishes. Bob
Bob Lenn,
Thanks Bob for taking the time to write in and letting me know how your doing. I really appreciate the kind words. You said you shared my teachings with your cousin and friend. I hope they bought the DVD’s also…JK. Keep up the good work and keep in touch. Let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi Cj, any tips for staying in the shot retaining spine angle through impact. my left hip raises causing thin or fat shots.
Cheers pete
Pete,
thanks for the question Pete. First, make sure your hamstrings are loose. Try some simple stretching and that will help. The reason I say that is due to the fact that if your hamstrings are tight then you physically cannot stay in the shot. Second, you need to understand that your raising out of the shot probably due to something that is happening in the downswing, which may be caused by the backswing and even your setup. Fix these things first. Finally if all is well and your standing out of the shot do the right foot back drill and feel how your upper body covers the shot and your right hip will pivot versus standing up. Let me know if you have any questions or you don’t know what the right foot back drill is.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks CJ that seems to have fixed the problem. Hitting sweet now
Pete
Pete,
Awesome buddy. Keep up the great work and let me know if you need help or have any questions. I am sincerely here to help and know I can help people if they talk to me. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ I,m 56 years old and have just found out my right leg is about one half inch shorter than my left leg.My question is should I still drop my right hip or should I just swing away since my hip is automatically lower. Thanks
Dan,
Thanks Dan for the question. Most right handed people’s right leg is a bit shorter so this is not uncommon. You still need to make sure your right hip is lower at address. You may have a shorter leg, but if your right hip is high or level it is not good for your spine. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I sometimes lose sight of the ball immediately after I hit it. It is like it just disappears and I have no idea where it went. This does not happen that often, but when it does, it is very embarrasing. What do you think I am doing that causes this?
Reg
Reg,
Thanks Reg for the question. I would not worry about this too much. Obviously first question is your eyesight, but sometimes the sky matches the ball perfectly and you just can’t see it. Your not the only one this happens too so relax and let me know if you think it is a swing issue.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Sirs: I’m in search of a quote for a golf simulator to be purchased or leased in The USA for export to Cali, Colombia S.A. ,if you can help,please, reply to my address provided.
Thks a million. Vic
Victor E More and Everyone,
If anyone can help Victor find a golf simulator please let him know. Victor it ultimately depends on the price you want and the quality of simulator. You can get a simulator for $400 (dogg or something like that) and all the way to 50k. Please let the readers know and they can help you out.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I watched your video of playing into the wind where you told the right handed golfer to open the face of the driver and play to the left. I play left handed and wondered if I would close the face of the driver and play to the right. It’s a bit confusing sometimes and I would really love you to add the instruction for a left handed fade and a left handed draw to your signature lefty series.
Despite being left handed I can translate most of your tips and have benefitted greatly from your instruction.
Many thanks
Maureen Burke, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Maureen Burke,
Thanks Maureen for the question. For a left handed person you would aim right and open the face of the driver a tiny bit. this will produce the fade your looking for.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I purchased your signature series and have a question that I didn’t see covered in any of the DVD’s.
What is your opinion on divots? Should I take a divot at all? Should I take a shallow vs. a steep divot?
I used to be a sweeper and worked very hard at taking a divot based on previous lessons I received from my local pro.
Your signature series didn’t cover this and although I have improved by using your teachings, I wanted to know based on your teachings what I should be doing. I still take a pretty good divot with short irons. Thanks CJ.
Ian Lawson,
Thanks Ian for the question. yes I want you to take a divot, although it depends on which club your using. Obviously a wedge will produce a bigger divot than a 4 iron but you get the point. I want shallow divots not steep divots. Does this answer your question? Let me know.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
That answers my question. Thank you.
Ian Lawson,
Thanks Ian for getting back to me. Best wishes and let me know if you have any further questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I am swaying way too much causing fat shots and poor distance. What can I do to fix it?
Don,
Thanks Don for the question. A great drill to stop the sway is to place a golf ball on the outer instep of your right foot. In other words you will be standing on the ball, but on the outer part of the sole. This will keep the knee kicked in and will not allow you to sway. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ
Just wanted to let you know how things are going with the swing. First thank you for all the help and tips. I have played 3 rounds this year the first was a 101 for 18 and the second was a 102 for 18 was not happy went back to the dvds made some changes with the grip and my 3rd round was a 87 for 18, short game dvd has helped alot still have a fade sometime slice with the driver but I will overcome Thanks agin.
Jim
Why would I use an 8 iron if the pin is long? What did I miss here?
Sal,
The reason you would use an 8 iron is to use a club that will not go over the green, thus if you hit it perfect you can make birdie and if you hit it bad you will be in the middle of the green and make par. Does this make sense? let me know
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ. I’ve message’d you a couple of time since ‘finding’ you on-line and you have helped my overall game tremendously. In particular, my short game has improved 1000%! I often now chip to ‘gimme’ distance and occassionally chip-in! My short game was poor but your help has given me confidence, I can visualise and feel the shots. I have practiced hard over our UK winter and in my 1st competition, a stableford, early April I played the front 9 to scratch, 25 points! I suffer with the mental side, nerves, tension and couldn’t hold it together and scored 14 points on the back 9! But my handicap dropped from 14 to 13 so I was delighted.
What tips can you give me to help keep me calm. I don’t count up my scores because this only makes it worse. How can I concentrate without tension getting the better of me?
I’m so grateful to have found your teaching, it really does work. Many thanks
Sue Hatton,
Thanks for your comments and congratulations on your success. What your experiencing is choking. The great thing about choking is that it is as close to mental strength as you can get. Worse trends I see are tanking, and anger. you are improving and the better you get the more pressure you will feel. Embrace it…be positive…this is why you are practicing so that you will get better and feel more pressure. Count your scores, be aware of how your playing. Trying to ignore it only makes it worse. You cannot not think about winning a tournament. Allow yourself to think about winning, but when you get within 20 yards of your ball get into thinking about the shot. You need a good pre-shot routine and a go-to shot to rely on in these pressure situations. Again your problem is how your viewing the situation. A snake in the room does not cause fear…it is your belief about the snake…You may run out of the room screaming while others go up to it and pick it up (hopefully a bo constrictor and not a cobra). The snake did not cause the fear, but your belief about the snake. Same with playing well. Change your belief about your comfort zone. Routinely tell yourself that it is like you to shoot in the 70′s and you will soon be there. Hope this makes sense.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I have difficulty hitting both irons and woods well. I understand that the swing is slightly
different for both. Currently, I am hitting woods better than irons. Initially, when I first
started golf, it was the other way round.
How do I apply the perfect connection swing to swing both irons and woods consistently
well?
Aladdin
Aladdin,
Thanks Aladdin for the question. The swing is the same for irons and woods. The setup is different. having said that obviously with the driver the swing will be flatter, but that is because the club is longer. Work on your swing with a 7 iron or so and revisit the fundamentals. Something simple is probably off here and it is probably in your setup. Please keep me informed on your progress.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Any chance of have a look at the Perfect Connection Swing in slow motion? Would love to see it with a couple of different angles. Face on, down the line front and back.
THX
Dan
P.S. Any of my fellow golfers out there that would like to see the same thing. Join the request and just maybe CJ will put it together for us.
Daniel Ray,
Thanks Daniel for the question. I will put this in the next time we film. Thanks for your support.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
Hooked into your methods back in February. Great stuff. I’m just beginning my competitive amateur golf career as a Senior this year, turning 55 next week. Brief background: 15 year career as a club pro, reinstated amateur 10 years ago, Golfing Machine student, one-time Dave Pelz student, current index of 0.4.
I have always sucked with the short game. Case in point – hit 15 greens in my last round and shot 76, no penalty strokes. I practice the short game more than the long game for sure, but it seems like every time I practice I’m trying something different. Your setup has helped somewhat, but I could never really figure out what the “engine” of the chipping stroke should be for consistently solid short shots. Hands are way too inconsistent, especially in tournament play when the nerves are jangling. There is no doubt that my right hand takes over and I throw the club away slightly, usually resulting in a bladed shot. Hard to control distance with that baby. I think I may have hit on something lately that will provide the consistency I’m looking for; I get the downswing going by simply turning my left shoulder behind me. The hands remain dead (a Pelz favorite) and I don’t burn myself, to use your term.
Is the left shoulder turning a decent key? Would love to hear your opinion…or other suggestions for club head throwaway cures in the short game.
Thanks
Also, ever heard of a former tour pro, Rocky Walcher, from Oklahoma City? Old friend of mine.
And, if you ever take your show on the road, I can put together a few students that would love to work with you in Richmond!
Van Williams,
Thanks Van for the blog post and the kind words. You definitely have some great knowledge in your years. I like the idea of the left shoulder turning behind you. Ultimately its the same thing as turning through the shot like the right foot back drill teaches, but put in a different terminology, which is fine. I like Phil Mickelson’s thoughts also which is hinge and hold…Hinge in the backswing and hold that angle all the way through to the finish. Hope this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
C.J. What club is the best to use for chiipping onto the green.
Paul Bernath,
Thanks Paul for the question. This is impossible to answer since I don’t know the situation or the shot in front of you. In my short game DVD I explain a ton of different shots you can use and which club to use when. have you seen this DVD? Please let me know.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I am having a problem with making solid contact and even when I feel that I do, I am not getting the yardage I did before the PerfectConnecting swing. I feel that I am swinging as instructed and even feel that my swing is smooth, but I have lost distance and I know that I have a lot of mishits even with my short irons. Would the PerfectConnection swing make such a difference that my clubs would need to be checked for lie, etc. They are just off the shelf Adams a30S Hybrid irons. I was a 18 but I can’t score below 95 right now. Actually, my handicap has jumped to 20 is am playing so poorly.
I saw a recent comment regarding the lack of distance with irons. I have improved my game immensely using the Signature series as previously reported. No real complaints. However, I have not solved the lack of distance with my irons. I hit them infinitely better now and they go in the general direction I intend but I have to overclub to make the required distance. (7 iron on 118 yard par 3)Not sure why this happens. I have tended to focus on L to L and up the wall and not trying to”get some of that” as Bobby Wilson says. If I try to swing deeper or accelerate I invariably do something much less desirable than a short iron shot. IS it possible I am somehow de-accelerating through the impact zone?
Dave,
Thanks Dave for the question. How old are you if you don’t mind me asking? Ultimately, it sounds like your losing the lag in the downswing, which is caused by poor body motion. I doubt that your decelerating in the downswing. Hope this answers your question.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I am 65. 6’4″ 280 lb. Not sure what the lag element means. Obviously I am not swinging like when I was in 30′s or 40′s and expect to lose some distance by this age. I do think more about swing mechanics (L to L and Up and down the wall in practice swings and also during the actual swing) I remember Hubey Green once saying he never swung harder only deeper. If I try and accelerate (if that is a proper term) it is like trying to pat your head and rub your stomach. Earlier instructors were big on controlling distance with your hips and the PCS DVD’s etc caution against accentuated hip motions. Previously gold pros taught us that the hips should be almost facing the target line before the hands impacted the ball. I also am not “snapping” my wrists at all any more since that action does not seem to be repeatable to a point of either too much and hooking badly or not enough and slicing. Local teaching pro makes everyone try to put the ball in the left tree line in lessons. My wods have .5 degree hook face and new irons are square. Friends tell me I do not swing my irons the same as the driver but not sure what that means. I try and hold my finish to see where my body position is on each shot. I sometimes catch myself with weight on back foot instead of finishing on my right toe. Even at my age I should be ~ 140 yds with my 7 iron. My 9 wood is my 150 yard club most of the time but lately I had to drop to the 7 wood. Hope this is ample explanation. Before PCS I tended to top 3 woods and other approach shots but since PCS if I error I will impact the ball but sometime may be a tad steep. Just feels like I am losing something (speed) but did not want to fiddle too much for fear of messing up a good thing. Not a show stopper by any means but having to use a 7 at 118 or 120 yards seems suspicious to me.
Dave
Dave,
Thanks for the blog post and the info. Can you please tell me the direction of your misses. I understand that your losing distance, but I need info. Thanks and talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Gary Bishop,
Thanks Gary for the question. Ultimately it depends on what is really going on with your swing. Feel and real are two different things so i really need to see whats going on. Lets try this first…Please explain some of the good shots and the misses that your having and I will try to help you from here. The more information you give me the better my instruction will be.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ thank you,thank you,thank you!!!!!
Between ordering and receipt of your PC series golf swing course I had played 2 rounds (if you can call them rounds) at my local municipal course and was literally on the verge of throwing in the towel. I commented to my playing partner that it was “soul destroying” I was getting in reasonable position off the tee some of the time but could not take advantage because my (iron) approach play and short game was pathetic to say the least.Anyway I took the plunge,watched the 1st & part of the 2nd DVD, then re-watched the first.Because I am not a member of a golf club I took myself off to the local golf range armed with the knowledge you had imparted and after a handful of mishits and mis-shaped shots and a slight adjustment of the grip BINGO 70% of the shots went where I had aimed them within a few yards either side. Even the slightly mishit ones were straightish if a tad short.
One question I hope you can answer. I suffer from “Drop Foot” in my left leg this means I have no flexion in that foot due to peroneal nerve root damage and have trouble balancing on that foot.I do try aand complete my follow through but end up coming off the shot after impact with no detremental effect to the shot.
Is there some kind of drill or change of stance etc. that could help prevent this?
Howie Williams,
Thanks Howie for the question and compliments. Your welcome and I am glad I have been able to help you. In regards to your drop foot I wouldn’t worry about it. Your improving and doing well. The key is your getting to your left side, but you can’t hold it due to your symptoms. Like you said it has not detrimental effects on the shot so no worries. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, my Texan shoot-from-the-hip coach,
There are no words of gratitude in the English language to express my thanks. I played so poorly last September on a trip to Portugal that my friends wanted to adjust my handicap to 32.
Having bought your signature series and practiced every aspect of my game there is not a course IN THE WORLD that I would find intimidating. Your Taking It To The Course series took me to a new place and while pairing up with another, random 12 handicapper at a nearly by course he thought I played off 15 and last Thursday I went shot for shot with a 9 handicapper on a championship course.
My shots are long and true and there are no aches or pains. The joy of golf has returned and I continue to challenge and push myself again. Why? Because I can!!
Thank you for taking the time to put this together and I really appreciate the time you take to put your mini series together each week. I may be one of the best walking advertisements for your coaching out there!
Your man in Ireland, Howard.
Howard Hughes,
Thank you so much Howard for the kind words. i truly appreciate them. Nothing makes me happier than to help people enjoy this game especially with no pain. You welcome for the mini clinics and I am glad you enjoy them. Hopefully one day I can make it across the pond and visit your country. I was looking in Golf digest the other day and seeing the difference in price from Ireland and Bandon Dunes. Might be a good time to go to your country.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
How can I be sure that your version of teaching is the right one for me. I just paid money to the Golf Machine golf people and it has not done a thing for me, in fact it has created more problems with my swing. I see you use Jim McLean as well, he is part of the Swing Machine Golf group. I am staring to think that all you online coaches are working together with just different lables. How can I be sure that you videos will work?
Regards
Tony Merlo
Tony merlo,
Thanks tony for the question. I am not a Golf Machiner, which is what I think your referring to. Look at the countless people that have improved from this swing. I personally feel like I can help you and if you buy the DVD’s and have questions I am here to help. Also remember that if your not satisfied I will refund your money completely, but I am more concerned about you giving me the chance to improve you. Please start with my short game DVD and I know that will help you regardless of what swing you choose. After I have won over your confidence please give me a chance. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Mac computers can not install the latest version of the Flash Player, for that matter no version of the Flash Player. You need an alternate player if Apple product computers, iPhones and iPads are going to take advantage of your product videos
Bob Dixon,
Thanks Bob for writing in and letting me know whats going on. I am a bit confused as I have a mac also and can play these videos. I am not computer savvy so I personally cannot help you. Please contact my customer support team and they may be able to help you. If anyone knows the answer to Bob’s question or can help him out I would appreciate your help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ
I’ve been working on the swing for a while now but when i lower my right hip I hit behind the ball is there any drills or how far do I lower the hip. Ball flight is pretty good sometime a fade very few draws.
Thanks Jim
Jim Day,
Thanks Jim for the question. the right hip should only lower about half an inch. Does this solve your problem? If not remember that this means your club is actually coming from inside a bit too much. You can hit a few knockdown shots, but also remember that the backswing must be up the wall and this should help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I have some questions about the triple stack and the pillars of strength. On the downswing, is there any bracing of the right leg? Does the left ‘push’ into the right for bracing? If there is bracing what is the timing of it in relation to the downswing.
Mark Slatter,
Thanks Mark for the question. Are you right handed? The key in the transition is that as your arms are about to finish the backswing your lower body is shifting to the left where your right leg is pushing into your left leg. The left leg is bracing and straightening through impact. let me know if this makes sense?
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
yes it does.
thanks again.
Mark,
Thanks for the blog post, but i am not sure what I did. Your welcome. Please accept my apology if I didn’t remember what I asked you or the info I gave you. Its tough for me to remember every blog I answer since I do them here, my insiders club and facebook. Please remind me if you need more info and if I was able to help you than no problem, no need to write in, unless you have further questions. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks for today’s Video,Art of Scoring Around the Green
From the Rough
As well as Perfectconnection , I have Fullswing and The Five Keys to Distance ,all have some really good advice in them but your today’s Video is the only one that deals with getting out of the Rough, here in Germany they tend to keep the grass longer (including Fairways ) than in England where I come from, so please other than chipping close to the green do you have any advice when playing a long shot out of the Fairway Rough ,it’s not easy playing often here as courses are few and far between, where as in the Southampton (England) area you have courses every few Miles.
Have found my short game is much better since getting your DVD’s,and although I’m 75 in May I find 200 Meters no problem ‘what ever that is in yards.
Many Regards Mike.
Mike Harris,
Thanks Mike for the question. Out of the rough you want to grip the club tighter with the last three fingers of your left hand to help keep the club from turning over when the rough catches the hosel. Second, you need to hinge the club quicker in the backswing to get the club up and create a steeper downswing. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
Any drills for staying in the shot ? by backswing is fine but I find I am coming up during the downswing leading to many problems
Cheers Pete
Pete,
Thanks for the question Pete. The best drill to help with this is two things…one make sure your hamstrings are not tight…Second, make some swings with your rear end on a chair, bench, or bag stand and keep it there all the way through the finish. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
How passive are the hands in the swing?
Spellos Stamas,
Thanks Spellos for the question, however I am not sure how to answer this. On a scale of 1-10 maybe a 5…It ultimately depends on the shot your trying to hit and your particular golf swing. I try to create a body release,but not everyone is at that point. Sorry to be vague, but that is a very hard question to answer.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Am I correct in assuming that the body rotation will provide the hand action needed. At least, that what I got from watching the impact tape. Yet, when I watch your swing, it looks like you are using your hands in a significant way. Am I wrong?
Thank you for your patience with this question
Spellios T. Stamas,
Thanks spellios. the body rotation will provide the proper hand action Yes. Am I using my hands in a significant way…No…You would need to view this from down the line and watch the exit of the club past impact to make this determination. Hope this answers your question.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, I have your Signature Series, Driver and Short Game DVD’s. I was doing pretty good with them. Then I watched a couple of video’s on you tube about creating lag and I have to say that it has really messed up my swing. So I’m trying to forget that and go back to the fundamentals with your DVD’s.
I have noticed that you never talk about lag and right now I wish it wasn’t in my head.
What is your thoughts on it and it and can you tell what I can do to help get it out of my head.
THX
Dan
Daniel Ray,
Thanks Dan for the question. There is a saying that too many chefs in the kitchen will mess up a broth….I guess you have figured that out at this point so let me help. Creating lag is the hardest thing to teach a student. Having said that it is not easy to create this lag without a good swing and a great body motion. You need to get this out of your head because it is the last thing you should ever try to do in your swing. If you have to try to create lag then your body isn’t working correctly and you will skank the ball all over the place. I have had even tour players that want more lag and they try to do it with their hands or arms and it simply doesn’t work. They hit it poorly as well. You need to figure out the reason why you don’t have lag and work on that. So to answer your question you need to review the videos again and figure out which area of your swing needs work(other than lag lol). Please let me know how your doing and give me some info on your misses and normal ball flight and I will give you a drill to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
This question is from Ron Mazeau. He would like to know more about the position of the ball, and where it should be. He has the Signature Series Product. Many Thanks!!
Ron Mazeau,
Thanks Ron for the question. The ball position for the wedges and short irons should be in the middle of the stance. mid irons slightly forward of middle and long irons a bit more forward. Remember that from the short irons to the driver the difference is only a couple of ball widths. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I’m having trouble with my hips taking off before my arms do. And causes me to dip in and makes the face way way past open and causes the ball to curve right bad. How do I correct this in helping me stop my hips from taking off first. I was going to buy the pivot pro but I’m not in the mood to spend money in my own mistakes.
Joseph,
Thanks Joseph for the question. There are a lot of drills you can do to stop this. First I would recommend the pump drill. With this drill you want to take your swing to the top and then stop. Now simply pump your arms down where your right elbow is in front of your right hip. do this two times slow and then try to recapture this feeling on the third swing when you hit the ball. Let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear Sir, I would like to know if you have a clinic where I can attend, and learn this new swing. Where is it’s location, and what is the cost.
Thank You
George Bohar
George Bohar,
Thanks George for the question. As of right now my schools are held at TPC Craig Ranch in Dallas, Texas. I am currently looking at locations in Detroit, New York, California, and Europe. I also may do some schools in Florida next winter. Please contact Shannon at Shannon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and she can give you all the information and answer any questions you may have. Thank you for your interest.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
George Bohar,
Thanks George for the question. My golf schools are here in Dallas Texas at TPC Craig Ranch. Please email Shannon at Shannon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and she will help you out.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello,
I’m 37 years old with some problems of back pain. I started to learn this fabulous game last year but I have some difficulties to play as often as I would like because of these lumbar pain.
Then I’m really happy to have discovered the Perfect Golf Swing Program. Thanks for that !!
Regarding the low back pain in particular, I have a question.
I do not understand clearly what to do to prevent “reverse tilt” during the backswing and also during the follow through.
Note also: your tips to find a neutral position at the adress helps me. It’s still a bit painfull when I am at the practice but it’s better.
Last but not Least. Did you list all the Perfect Golf Swing specificities in a single document ? It would be great to have it in the bag when we go on the practice.
Thanks in advance for your help.
Regards.
Could you help me please.
Seb,
Thanks Seb for the questions. Let me first thank you for your kind words and compliments. In regards to the reverse tilt you need to work on the sun drill which is in the head still area of the signature series. This will stop the reverse tilt and will save your back from the pain. Remember the neutral position at address is simply lowering the right hip at address. We are creating an Iphone app at this point, which will have all the stuff in a single area.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thank you CJ for your answer. Nevertheless I cannot find the sun dril anywhere. Did I miss something ?
And please on other question: I still feel low back tension at set up even trying to get a neutral posture.
Do you think I should look for taller clubs ? I feel very leaning (which generate tensions) but I’m only 6 feet tall.
Thanks
Seb
Seb,
Thanks Seb for the question. Do you own the Signature series? Its in the head still section. Let me know please and if you don’t own it i will try to explain it. In regards to your clubs I would definitely make sure you were properly fit. Again if you have the signature series you can do the posture stick drill to get the correct posture.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Yes I have signature-series, take-it-to-the-course,short-game, practice-like-pros, off-season, faults-and-fixes, driver….but I don’t find any video named sun drill or posture stick drill, and I didn’t heard these words looking at the video (but I’m not fluent in English. Maybe that’s the reason why).
Could you please tell me exactely in which video the sun drill and the posture stick drill are ?
Once again, thanks for your help.
Seb,
Its in the signature series video under the title keep the head still.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I have bought the perfect connection golf swing and the power triangle method. I feel it’s two very different methods of instruction. Wilson has keypoints like width in the backswing and u-shape swing. CJ underlines that 3/4 backswing is OK and he wants the club in a vertical position to prevent injuries, y to l.
I would very much like your comments to the two methods.
Kind regards from John Allingham
John Allingham,
Thanks John for the question. I want width in the backswing also. I promote a 3/4 width, but I do want the wrist hinge to create the letter L in the backswing. Now remember that with the driver due to the extra length the L does not happen at halfway back but a bit later, which is similar to what Bobby promotes. Remember with impact I want the L in the backswing and the letter y just past impact. Does this make sense? Remember with Bobby’s stuff that he is trying to create as much distance as possible. I like his stuff, but want you to sprinkle in some of his tips to help you out. Playing golf is different from long driving. I understand what Bobby is trying to promote, but in golf you don’t get 6 balls to get it in a 70 yard wide fairway. Please understand I am not knocking Bobby’s stuff, because I like it and think it will help a lot of people, but try to incorporate it into the PCGS.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Similar experience as Garry. I went to Myrtle Beach last month for our yearly pilgrimage. I never shot out of the 80′s all week and I hit almost every fairway. One player accused me of being a machine, Ha. Last week I played at home to see if it was all a fluke and I was 3 over for 9. Now the interesting thing is that all I did was watch the Signature series many times. The biggest improvement was in my chipping. If I hit fat on a short chip I immediately realized I was not choked up for this club head width stance and being close to the ball for short chips. 2 forward 1 back no hinge at all. All air and straight as a laser. On full swings it seems if I just implement the take away and up the wall to the first L the rest seems to just happen. Staying loose and breathing and training yourself to stay “connected” is the main challenge especially if you have been swinging differently for some time. Not important how many balls you hit at the range, (in my opinion) only how many you hit correctly. Small bucket and a mid iron at range and phantom swings at home on a carpet while someone tapes them can be very effective.(imo) Good Stuff in these DVD’s if you are someone that can learn that way.
Dave,
Congrats on your success and great playing at Myrtle Beach. Keep up the great work and I personally thank you for the kind words and compliments and endorsement of the PCGS. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I purchased your full package a few months ago and after using the Perfect Connection method I wanted to give you some feedback on my experience.
First let me set the stage with some background information. I am a Canadian living in an area with a six month golf season. I started playing golf in my late thirties (I am now 60) and have played on average about 25 games per year due to business and family. I got down to an 11 handicap and flirted with 10 giving me the belief that I could be a single digit player when I was able to play more. My strength was from tee to green and I was gold until I had to putt……….much to my friends delight. Unfortunately I lost my swing somewhere along the line about 5 years ago………..and I have ballooned to a 20!! My problem was driving ……..I would hit a high push/slice and then it was a scramble to save bogey. The last four years I have been semi-retired and have been able to spend winters in a warm place and during those months I would spend hours on the range trying to fix my problem. Last winter I followed Hogan’s Fundamentals of Golf religiously only to give it up a month into the golf season when it became clear that it was not working. You made the point that Hogan’s approach from swing to ball position fit him but was not for everyone………how very true.
I was thinking about giving up the game and then in early January of this year I stumbled on the Perfect Connection Golf site. As I watched the mini-videos it struck me how much sense this made. I ordered the full package and watched each one a number of times. I have now spent about 30 hours on the range implementing the Perfect Connection swing and approach to golf. I have never hit the ball as straight and long in my life. Last winter I got to a point with Hogan that out of 120 drives I would hit 80 straight and 40 the high hard push/fade and this was a big improvement. I can tell you that I have not hit that push in the last 800 drives ………I sometimes hit is thin or fat but I know instantly it is because I became disconnected. Occasionally I will hit a pull or big draw which I fix by checking my alignment and making sure I am connected. The solid contact I have with my irons and utility clubs is unbelievable. I have never hit the ball so high, straight and with less effort. I have so much control over my swing now and my confidence level is through the roof.
One tip that you gave in your Faults and Fixes session needs to be emphasized. This really helped me and has become a key swing check. This is where you said imagine the end of the club as a brush and you want to brush past your right thigh and then hinge into the L. As soon as my glove hand passes my thigh I concentrate on keeping my left arm straight as I push the end of the club into the hinge while keeping my right arm connected to my body and swinging the club up the wall. This puts me in a perfect position and from there it is almost automatic ……the transition of weight and a seemingly effortless swing.
I want to thank you C J for giving me back the game I love. I will continue to work on all aspects of your teachings and I am looking forward to a fantastic golf season.
Best Regards,
Garry
Garry Huntington,
Wow Garry thank you so much for the info and the update on your game. I am truly touched that you took the time to write in and explain your progress in such detail. I seriously, seriously appreciate the kind words and do not take these compliments for granted. I love what I do because I am able to help people with their passions and that makes me the luckiest man in the world. Thank you again and please do not hesitate to ask any questions if they come up.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello Mr. Goecks,
Just want to ask you about the rationale of not using anything less than a 9 when going for the pin.
Thank you.
Bob Lenn,
Thanks Bob for the question. This is a course management issue that would help most amateur golfers. A tour player when they are hitting it well will shoot at pretty much every pin with 7 iron and shorter. Why then do so many amateurs aim at every pin. You need to learn to make more pars and less doubles and triples. Does this make sense?
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thank you for you very prompt response. I am mulling over the implications of your question, but understand the need for an understanding of course management. Bob
Bob Lenn,
Let me know Bob and please if you need to ask more questions or need clarification please don’t hesitate to ask.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
How passive are the hands in the perfect connection golf swing? The videos seem to imply that the body rotation takes care of this automatically. But, when I watch your swing you seem to be more active with your hands. Am I correct? What is the correct way to use the hands in the swing?
Spelios T. Stamas
Spelios T. Stamas,
Thanks Spelios for the question. I promote the clubface being squared with the body, but I do teach many drills to create hand speed and arm speed that will help square the face as well. The hands should hinge in the golf swing, but not scoop. Does this make sense?
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hitting all grounders from T shot to fairway-Woods and Irons
Started about 4 – 5 weeks ago -cannot break this bad swing or what ever I’m doing wrong
Victor Primavera,
Thanks Victor for the question. This is actually a pretty simple fix. Go back to the basics and start with the L to L drill. You will be hitting it well in two minutes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ: Thanks for the easy fix tip…It has worked pretty good my 1st. Practic round …only grounded a few ..It was great seeing the ball in the
air for a change,,,,,,,Victor
Hi CJ im.sure. speak for many but i would.love to see an in depth video on how to.create a divit using PCGS like many i know what it is but actually doi.g is difficult. A video would be great cheers pete.
Pete,
Thanks Pete for the question. I will put this on the list for my next video shoot, but in the mean time your no divot is caused by one of two things or both…Club coming too much from inside or your weight is not on your left side at impact. Let me know which one you think it is and I will give you a drill to fix it. Please tell me your ball flight and I can help you also.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ You swing method is starting to give me good results as I am hitting the ball straighter and hitting less shots thin. I still hit a little fat however from time to time. I think this is affecting my distance as I only seem to get 130 yards maximum with my 7 iron (Ping G20s) Also if I do hit one sweet I still cant manage much more distance. Even 6 irons are only giving me 145/50 if I am lucky. My Friends are hitting 150/60 + with 7 irons. They tell me I am not rotating my body through impact. So any advice on the 2 issues would be great Thanks Pete. 45 years old (1 year playing)
Pete,
Thanks Pete for the question. I am glad that you are improving with the PCGS, but I want to encourage you to keep going. You have only been playing for a year. Watch the Signature Series DVD again and work on the drills. I cannot personally tell you what exactly to work on in your swing since I have not seen it, but based on the fat shots your describing and what your friends told you I would work on the table top drill and learn the proper body rotation. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
When i swing just moving my upper body i hit a little fade not much distance.When i try swing using my lower body i hit a big slice.Any drills that could help me get it together.Thanks
spencer,
Thanks spencer for the question. The problem here is either in your grip or a chicken wing. The faster you move your body the more you will keep the face open, except that you have that problem with just little movement so therefore it must be in your grip or in the release. I would watch my grip drill again and work on the L to L drill and you should be fixed. Let me know how it goes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I have changed a few things on my swing…I am a hacker..just trying to get consistent but recently I have started fluffing (club head making contact w ground before making contact w ball..Some suggestions??
Gary Sutton,
Thanks Gary for the question. I would start with the fundamentals and make sure your grip, posture, ball position and alignment are correct. This will typically help people once they get off. Let me know if this helps and if you have any further questions. Also please give me more information about your game like where your misses go, good shots, etc. This will help my diagnosis and I can give you better information.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Why is there never a mention of Left Hand Golfers? or even a lesson with a left handed player.
I know you only need to transpode right for left and so on, its not easy!!
Gwynn Williams,
Thanks Gwyn for the question. I know I don’t mention left handed golfers that much, but I want to inform you that I have a signature series that I filmed specifically for left handed golfers. I know it may not sound like much, but I don’t know of any instructors that have gone out and specifically filmed a DVD specifically for left handed players like I have done.. When you order the signature series let us know you want the left handed version and we will accommodate you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Here it is,
I have been playing for about 40 years between being a husband, father of four, carpenter, and so on. I have been an athlete since high school. I usually score in the low 90′s with a athletic swing originated from Ben Hogans book.
Last Sunday I shot a 116. I am very upset over my lack of consistency. I can crush the ball, then come out the next week and feel like I am 90 years old. I truly love to strike the ball and dream of doing it consistently. It would provide the blessings I long for after a week of hard work. The only thing that stop me from hanging up my clubs is that I believe in my ability.
What do you have to offer. This will be one for the records because I want to play scratch golf and I am willing to do what it takes.
Joe Fiore
Joe,
Thanks for the comment and question Joe. I would definitely recommend my short game DVD to start off with. I know I can help you easily ten if not thirty shots right here(unless your shanking the ball or hitting it ob off the tee box then probably only ten shots). But start with the short game. We can then move you up to the signature series where you work on some full swing and ultimately to the 360 program which will teach you how to practice, set goals, and get you on your way to shooting par. Please please ask questions and give me a chance. I will work my tail off to help you and if you work hard and do what I say I know you will be happy. I give a full refund if your not happy, but I could care less about the money. I want your testimonial a couple months from now when you break 80.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Looked at your mini tutorials for the back swing. The Y and L position helped. I am getting off the tee just fine however ball striking with the irons is where I would like to focus on first. Primarily because it is so much more fun to hit the ball and have a chance. I would settle for striking the ball and making bogey then a par with missing all my shots to the green and one putting. I am looking to turn this around in one month and be your poster boy. I shot a 102 on Sunday.
Joe,
Thanks for the blog post. I am glad you enjoyed the mini tutorials. Please let me know how I can help you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I have received so many e-mails I am confused. What is should I start with? and what follows and what is the cost.
Joe,
Thanks Joe for the question. It depends on what you need work on. I like to start my students with the short game first and then to the full swing. In this case you would get the short game DVD and then the Signature series. this is good to start this way because I can get your short game much better and you will start shooting lower scores immediately. Then when you begin your swing work you will notice that you have already worked on half the swing and that makes working on your swing much easier and faster. Hope this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
hi c.j, IM DOING GREAT WITH YOUR TAPES,I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH MY DRIVER I HIT EVERYTHING TO HIGH THUS LOOSING A LOT OF DISTANCE,MY FRIENDS SAY IM COMING DOWN TO STEEP ON THE BALL.THE GOLF SHOP SOLD ME A 12.5DEGREE ADAMS SENIOR GRAPHITE SHAFT AS IM 66 YEARS OLD.MY SWING CLUBHEAD SPEED IS BETWEEN 80-85 MPH PLS GIVE ME YOUR THOUGHTS REGARDS BERNARD SOUTH AFRICA
Bernard Saffy,
Thanks Bernard for the question. My first question is have you been tested with the new driver and your new swing? Do you feel like your coming down too steep, as in are you hitting pulls and/ or slices with the driver? I don’t want to recommend flattening out your swing if there isn’t a problem. let me know and I will be glad to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ
I got your dvds back in dec I am doing really good with all my clubs nice ball flight but I am haveing issue with my hybrids Adams 5-3 ball flight is real bad slice then hooks alot of topping the ball also I do the L to L drill and others notheing seems to work any help would be great sorry for the spelling it is not my thing
Thanks Jim
Jim Day,
Thanks Jim for the question. You say everything is going well but those clubs? Could it possibly be the shaft? I am not sure if you were fitted, but lets start with the arrow and work backwards. I did a video a few weeks ago about hitting your 7 iron and then grabbing your hybrid and making the same swing. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
My game has benefited greatly from your tutorials (cut 3 shots). Regrettably the one area of my game that I cannot seem to make more consistent is using the driver. I hit the ball well but invariably end up in the rough or trees. I am therefore constantly scrambling and unable to get my handicap below 14. I play golf left handed although I am right-handed. The power is in my right hand and I am in effect playing the game “back-handed”. I keep revisiting grip, set-up, alignment, take away etc etc, but am unable to get the consistency that your tutorials have given other aspects of my game. Any ideas?
Hugh,
Thanks Hugh for the question. Please let me know a little about your ball flight so I can help you more. have you changed your setup for your driver? Remember for a lefty we want 60% of your weight on your left side at address and your spine tilted away from the target a bit more. Let me know and I will be glad to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ – Thanks. The ball flight has plenty of elevation with no ballooning. However when it goes wrong it generally goes straight left. This is in contrast to my short irons as when they start going wrong they pull to the right.
Thank you.
Hugh
Hugh,
Thanks for getting back to me. What your describing is an issue where you have a closed clubface (causing the pulls with the short irons) and you swing it from inside (causing the pushes with the driver). Now with the driver you swing it fast enough with your body that you can open the clubface and hit just the straight push. My latest video about hitting the pull cut is what you need to work on with the irons. I don’t mind having the clubface closed at this point, but if you get your swing path a little less from the inside you will start hitting it more to the right and therefore will then have to get the clubface more square. Does this make sense? The swingyde will help you square up the clubface, but if you do this first you will hit it worse by hitting push cuts. To get the swing path a bit more steep you need to work on knockdown shots and practice hitting balls off of downhill lies making sure you hit divots AFTER the ball. Let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ – Thanks a lot. I will work on it and let you know!
Hugh,
Thanks Hugh for getting back to me and your welcome. Talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hey, CJ! I’m a bit confused by your recommendations for Bobby Wilson’s methods. I’ve bought your Signature Series and your Driver Series and have been adjusting my swing to adopt your methods – so far I feel I’m striking the ball better and more consistently than I have in a long time – thanks!. However, it seems to me that Bobby’s suggestions for “extension” are inconsistent with your advice to stay connected – can you clarify this? I’m certainly up for the additional distance Bobby claims
. Thanks. -Mark
mark,
Thanks Mark for the question. I am glad that you are enjoying my dvd’s on distance, driver, etc. If you are enjoying them then great…Stick with it. I recommend Bobby’s stuff because I think he has some good information in there. I did not learn from one instructor, one player, or one friend. I think if you know your foundation it is ok to try to learn from others that have somewhat similar information. Especially with the driver I think it is ok to have a swing thought and I think Bobby can help some people that don’t have my dvd’s or want to try something else. Obviously I would recommend my stuff first, but I am open minded and want to help my students the best I can.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks CJ, I think I’ll stick with your stuff for the time being and perhaps check Bobby’s material later. Meanwhile, do you have suggestions for increasing distance with your connected approach? Bobby’s intro video seemed to discount your more vertical swing plane as being “V-shaped” rather than his longer “U-shaped” swing.
Mark,
Thanks Mark for the question and i appreciate your support of PCGS. Have you seen my distance DVD’s? I have come out with 3 that has a lot of tips that will help you. Maximum Distance 2 would be my recommendation for you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I would like to see a drawing or an overhead picture showing the feet, clubface, and pin lined up on the imaginary “arrow” in the bunker. I do not have a confident concept of the angle between the lines of the arrowhead.
Incidentally Nathan Green was our favorite player when we saw him play on the Nationwide tour in Richmond, VA several years ago; the climax was his chip-in for an eagle on a par five.
Robert Killian,
Thanks Robert for the question, but I am confused as to what your asking for. Remember the arrow is simply a rough outline, if you will, of open club face, body open and then the ball will go straight. I never get that technical in my teaching whereas to say the clubface must be 38 degrees open and the body 29 degrees aimed left or anything like that. I simply drew an arrow to help visualize the idea of the clubface open and the body aimed left. I hope this makes sense and please let me know if you have any further questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I have purchased your series DVD and watched several times. I have been playing for years and recently started playing again. I was playing to a 12 handicap. Now things are very different. My short game and irons and 3 and 5 wood are good and straight but….I have no repeatability and all with the driver. Most times it slices but it could pop-up or be thin-hit. I’m starting to hit my 3 wood off the tee but, getting so much static from my friends, I’vegot to get a swing or give up playing. Where is a good place to start, even if it short.
Thanks,
Lee
lee Roseno,
Thanks Lee for the question. I would love for you to send your swing in to me for analysis. This would be so much easier if I could see your swing. Remember though that the driver we must setup with 60% of our weight on our right side and our spines tilted slightly to the right.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ – I have a terrible time of the old adage ‘Keep Your Head Down’; which I mean I have a tendency to want to look up to see where the ball is going as I swing, especially in chipping. I look up during my swing and I chunk it. I keep telling myself not to but it creeps back in way to often. Any drills or suggestions? As always, thanks for your help.
Steve
Steve Shockey,
thanks Steve for the question. First and foremost do not try to keep your head down. This is the worst piece of advice ever taught in golf. DO NOT KEEP YOUR HEAD DOWN!. you may be popping out of the shot, but that is a result of the club either being too steep or too shallow on the downswing. Look for the cause, not the effect. Please give me more info about your game and I can help diagnose your problem.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
You have recommended to me a couple of times that I practice the sun drill to improve my swing and game. I have the Signature Series, the Driver and the Faults and Fixes packages, but I don’t find the sun drill in them. Can you help? What is this drill and what is its purpose?
By the way, after beginning to really practice the L to L drill, the tabletop drill, and the wall drill, I am finding that my drives have gotten longer and that my irons fly farther, too. Thanks for that. I have decided to stick with your approach as my main foundation for learning and improving golf.
Bill Warner
Bill Warner,
Thanks Bill for the question. In the Signature series it is in the faults and fixes section under Head Still. I apologize as I forgot that it was cloudy that day and we didn’t have a shadow so I had to change it up slightly. Ultimately this is the same drill, but the sun drill would be to setup with the sun directly behind you. this will cast a shadow in front of you. Place a ball, tee, or even different colored grass in the middle of your head(shadow). Now simply turn back and make sure your head gets fully behind the ball on the ground. It doesn’t have to move alot, but I want the ball to move at least to your left ear. Let me know if this makes sense.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks, CJ. Yes, the answer makes a lot of sense and I understand why you want me to move my head behind the ball. I will review the Head Still video.
Bill Warner,
Thanks Bill for getting back to me. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
You might be interested in an article by John Paul Newport that appeared in the 7 March Wall Street Journal. His email: golfjournal@wsj.com . He seems to echo some of your thoughts, but maybe the key ones could be emphasised in your communications.
By the way, I play golf in Kenya and have improved my swing and have more confidence in it thanks to your signature series. But I have one quibble: sticking to the “Perfect Connection” swing gets waylaid when one is bombarded with tips from other teachers that you propose. Their tips are sometimes in contradiction with the Perfect Connection swing, so that can be confusing.
Best regards, Nelson
Nelson Edwards,
Thanks Nelson for the question. I recommend these people because I think what they say is valid and yes they may have a few contradictory items, but I leave that for you to work through. If you love the PCGS, which I hope you do, then stay with what I teach when thoughts are conflicting. I did not learn to teach from only one instructor, and when learning the game I would ask a bunch of good players what they would do in that situation. It is this compilation of learnings throughout my life that has made me better. I only think that these other instructors might say something that makes sense to you or says something differently, or maybe phrases something differently that you like better. Hope this clears up the confusion.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
To Whom it May concern:
I have trouble turning my body mainly with my driver & 3 wood and sometimes with other clubs as well. What can I do to fix this problem. I am 70 years old.
Thank You,
Tom
Tom Ohmer,
Thanks Tom for the question. Try dropping your right foot back a few inches and flaring your toes out as this will help you turn.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
I have a problem with an outside to in path its normally only a few degrees and my club face is usually closed again by 1 or 2 degrees. I have an home simulator which 99% of the time tells me my path is Outside to in.
Should I be concerned with this or is this to be expected a little with the PCGS due to it being a more upright swing ?
Any help or advice appreciated
Pete
Pete,
Thanks Pete for the question. Remember that the club is not coming from outside in if you are exiting on the same plane. You are only coming from outside in if you are swiping the ball and have a low exit. that is why we work on the L to L drill and the table top drill.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thank you for all your golf tips. I have ordered your videos and look forward to implementing the techniques on the course.
Can you please respond to a question I have?
What is your opinion on ball placement in your stance?
I’ve always heard that the shorter irons are placed in the middle of the stance and gradually work the placement forward as the clubs progress in distance ability with the driver being just inside your left heel.
Is there any truth to this or can you enlighten me with what works best.
Thank you in advance for your response,
Michael Ellis,
Thanks Michael for the question and you have the correct idea on ball placement. Now obviously this is for normal flat lie shots and assuming you are not trying to hit the ball low or high, but you are correct in the ball placement issue.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, you recommended the table top drill last time when i was hitting my wedges fat. I am still hitting behind the ball and have noticed that I am coming either over the top or from the inside with all my clubs. The moment i go after my driver in particular i seem to pull it. Some of my buddies suggest that I am not hitting through the ball. Is the idea that I hit through the imaginary 13h00 line on the clock. Please help, I am really frustrated because I have also lost a crazy amount of distance with my driver. I have notices some buddies hitting it way past me unlike 2/3 years ago. I honestly believe in the PCGS but have just lost my way a bit. Thanks
Don,
Thanks Don for the question. You are over the top and that is why you are pulling the ball and hitting your wedges fat. yes you need to imagine your hitting at 13h00 and also feel like your back and hips stay closed to the target longer on the downswing. Please let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I love your Perfect Connection Golf Swing CD and will finally get out to try my new swing (after some 40 years of golfing with a 19 Hcp) and the weekly instruction emails. However, the lastest one about the normal bunker shot is a bit confusing. You mention drawing an arrow away from the target and then discuss two different lines. Not sure what you mean. Can you help?
Rick Pascal
Rick Pascal,
Thanks Rick for the question and I am sorry for the confusion. If you draw an arrow extending from your ball this was just a visual to describe how if your face is open (line pointing to the right), we then setup our body aimed to the left (line pointing to the left), then the ball will fly straight along the longest line of the arrow. Does this make more sense? I would also recommend watching the video again as I do explain this, however it may have been a bit confusing. Let me know if this makes sense.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Love your instruction and my wife loves the dog in the chair. She is dying to know what kind it is and she promises she will let me continue with the instruction.
Desperate for a breed!!
Bob Yezierski,
Thanks Bob for the support of PCGS. Bogey is a shitzu. She is a great dog and very loving. Hope you enjoy the new dog.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
I’m having problems getting hands in front of the ball at impact. My hands always seem to be level in line with the ball below. I have seen your video and many other showing this in none real time (slow motion instruction) so I am aware of what needs to be done except all the drills I have tried don’t work which is very frustrating and probably loosing me power, club speed and correct impact angle any ideas ???.
Cheers Pete
Pete,
Thanks Pete for the question. The reason your losing lag is due to poor body motion. Focus on your pivot and the drills won’t really need to be done. Let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I shot 78 this week with double on the last hole. I have two problems I would like specific advice on. 1) my major miss is coming from the inside too much. I will either hit a push and miss right or flip the face at the bottom, hitting a hook and missing left. obviously a miss that could cause a miss left or right is too severe. 2) one thing that helps keep from doing this is shortening my swing, but I have a hard time feeling the right length. I may think it is short but when I watch on video, I can see my hands drift after I think I stop short and the head of the club drifts too.
So I would like help to keep from coming from the inside AND some type of indicator or feeling to help key me in when the swing is long enough (3/4). I have the perfect connection series and have watched the advice there but was hoping for something addtional.
Thanks!
Jeff
Jeff,
Thanks for the question Jeff. First lets talk about the length. Feel vs real is the problem here. You will need to feel 3/4 or even shorter in your swing to achieve this shorter swing. use a video camera to affirm your feels. Also in regards to the club coming too much from the inside you need to hit some knockdown shots, balls off downhill lies and balls below your feet and a lot of wedge work. these shots without over thinking will get the club steeper and from a much better angle of attack.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I bought the signature series a while back but can not log into the members section. DOn’t know why?
I just got back from our annual pilgrimage to Myrtle Beach. After studying the Series I was able to not shoot out of the mid 80′s all week. The biggest improvement I saw was the chipping and getting out of sand traps. I hit every fairway all week and got out of every trap. My drives were almost boring in that they were straight and in the middle of the fairway. All thanks to the stuff inthe Signature Series. Ok the downside I wanted to ask my 3 wood and 5 wood and a question with the irons. I tended to top the 3 and 5 wood and if I hit down on them they flew but not very far. I build clubs and had just built new irons with shafts 1″ longer. I had to hit an 8 iron when I should or could have hit a 9 or even a wedge. Bottom line was same issue as old 1980′s irons, lack of distance. I am 65 6’4″ and 280lb. Even at my age I should still be able to hit a 7 iron 140+ yards. I do not. Fortunately my drives were close enough to work into the green with something. I got on a launch monitor before I left to gain data to build new clubs and that is where I got the added 1″ length for irons and 1/2″ for fairway woods. I did not build woods because I use 1.3.5.7.9.11 woods and could not correlate new heads and HYbrids to replace. Brand name clubs do not offer alternate shafts lengths so I postponed that decision. I use the Jumbomax grips because of very large hands. Need some advice about why I struggled with the 3 and 5 woods (even on the range) and also any advive on clubs. I could add extensions to new shafts but then if you pay $300 for a wood you really do not want to have to modify them right off the bat. I would already have to remove the grips.
Dave Clink,
Thanks Dave for the info and I would like to know what kind of ball flight you predominately hit and the pattern of your misses. This will help me with my advice. In regards to the 3 and 5 wood you need to make a more sweeping motion so depending on the lie of the ball make sure you tilt your spine a tiny bit to the right and set up with about 55% of your weight on your right side. Talk to you soon. Also in regards to the length of the club did you swing weight your irons now that they are longer. I would check this and make sure they are not more than d4. The extra length will make the clubs pretty heavy.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
My ball flight is typicall high and now since I have adopted the elements of the PC (namely L to L and more connected)my good shots are striaght. Not sure of the swing weight I ended up with. Good question. I use heads from Maltby and Steel True Temper lite shafts. I also use the Jumbomax XL grips because they are the only grips I have found that actually fit my hands.( tried all kinds of build ups and overzize grips but all were too small) That was verified by a PGA pro. So I am sure my clubs are heavier than amy off the shelf ones and if they were modified to fit my height and hand size they would stil likely be heavy. I hit the new irons ok but I just do not generate the spped for some reason. I have intentionally decided to stop swing “hard” because when I try for something extra the resulta are bad. I try to keep the tempo steady and consciously avoid hit impulse. The launch monitor showed that my irons were all hitting above the cg of the ball so that showed the need for an extra 1″ of length to get better contact. My clubhead speed was in the 90′s so too high for senior flex. I do tend to fear over hitting approach shots so I seem to prefer longer irons vs hitting full out on shorter or correct irons.
Dave Clink,
Thanks DAve for the info and getting back to me. I would say lets start with getting the swing weight of the clubs and eliminate outside factors first before we start tinkering with your swing. Let me know and we can go from here.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello CJ!
I asked my daughter who is american citizen and lives in New York, to order your special offer (57 dollars) today.
Thank you for your mini lessons,
Joseph
Joseph Ravet,
Thanks Joseph for your support of PCGS. Let me know your thoughts on the DVD’s and if you have any questions. I am here to help so please don’t hesitate to ask.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Do you have a version in Spanish?
Enrique,
Thanks for the question Enrique, but unfortunately at this time we do not have the tapes translated into Spanish. This is something we are discussing so please keep watching.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I would really appreciate if you could give me the correct ruling on the following:
I was sharing a buggy with another player. After teeing off, I was the first to play the 2nd shot. Took a 3 wood from MY bag. My buggy partner wanted to use her 3 wood, it was not in her bag, but still in my hand after my previous shot. I’ve checked, and my club was still in my bag. My 3-wood is exactly the same as hers, shaft, cover, brand, etc. Except for my club was marked with my name on it. I had only 13 clubs in my bag. She admitted that she could have put her club, by accident, in my bag. I took a 1 stroke penalty and she completed her round using that same 3-wood.
Please advice.
Thanks
Naomi
naomi Oberholzer,
Thanks Naomi for the question. I wanted to write back to you and let you know that I will ask my rules official friend for this answer so please ask it again soon. I know you can use a club from someone else (maybe a partner, but not sure a competitor), but you are not allowed to give it back for the rest of the round. The reason you can do this is because you have 13 clubs, but if you had 14 you would not be allowed to do this. I know some of our readers will know the answer to this question so please help me out with this ruling.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Purchased the Perfect Connection Golf Swing videos a while back, now you offer the Signature Series. Just writing to find out what the difference is.
Dave Theriault,
Thanks Dave for the question. The Perfect Connection Golf Swing and the Signature Series is the same thing. Sorry for the confusion.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
Latest report. Went out to hit balls this morning. I swung “up the tree” on backswing and felt as if I was putting “thumbs in my ear.” I hit the ball dead center, dead solid with a 6 iron.
Trouble now is that the ball goes dead straight, good trajectory, and then hits an invisible wall out there about 150 yards and FADES 10 yards.
How do I get a good release and keep the ball straight or even draw the ball. I’m a good golfer who is trying to get back from the elbow injury (tendonitis).
John
John butcher,
thanks John for the update and I am glad you are doing well. The key here is obviously club face position which is really easy to fix. First check your grip and see if it is strong enough. I would try a tiny tweak stronger and this should fix you. Now having said that, without having seen your swing I would also practice the L to L drill and make sure you have no chicken wing or hang on. I know you said before that you didn’t, but I would have a friend video your swing from face on to double check. Hope this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello Mr Goecks.
I have been reading your email with comments from people who have used your instruction dvd’s. My story is a little different but similar in the end.
I had been on an 11 -12 handicap for years and all of a sudden “lost” my game. I started shooting horrible scores and lost all confidence. I purchased the Perfect Connection dvd’s and in the short term my game improved a little, but then deteriorated again. I kept at it and eventually went back to the very basics and broke my game down bit by bit – balance at takeaway, swing control to the top, wrist position, the works.
I must say, my confidence was so shattered that I was really struggling to enjoy being out on the fairways. The turning point really for me were the recent tutorials that you put out revising in simple terms what the full dvd collection had taught. I took the piece by piece tutorials back out to the course and in the past few weeks I am consistently shooting sub-40 nines. I’m not going to say the length of my game has improved out of sight – big hitting was never a goal for me. That said, there is definitely more length to my shots but what is most enjoyable is the “feel” of hitting the ball “pure” and the confidence that my balls are going within a couple of degrees of where I am aiming (the majority of the time). Also, my “bad” shots are about as bad as my “good” shots have been up until recently.
I guess what I’m saying is that whilst this has not been a real “quick fix” for me (which I believe had a lot to do with my confidence and not the quality of the instruction), I feel my game is now based on a lot more solid foundation that will serve me for years to come.
This is all so much thanks to your instruction videos. Pity I can’t thank you in person and buy you a beer.
Kind regards,
Rob Perry,
Thanks Rob for the kind words and I am glad you stuck with the program. Not everyone will pick it up immediately and having it take a bit longer does not bother me at all. It takes a lot of hard work to become good at this game. Keep up the good work and let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ-A lot of us armatures have a tough time with proper alignment can you
help us with this and explain what it means to be properly aligned to ones
target.
Chris Davello,
Thanks Chris for the question. Alignment is one of the fundamentals and is an area that can easily be improved by simply laying a club down pointed at your target or slightly left. The easiest way to do this is to lay a club behind the ball exactly at your target. Then lay a club about a foot inside the club laying on the ground. this club will then be slightly left of the target. Now simply setup to the second club (which will represent your feet and body line) and pick up the first club. You are now properly aligned. Hope this helps
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ – I was so pleased to receive my Bundle Package of DVDs which I ordered the minute I first heard about your offer. Since it was near the end of our ladies’ season last year which is a bit short here at 7,000 ft, I did not have time to really work on it. Since then I have read with great interest your mini-instruction tips by email. It is so exciting to see a pro giving such explicit instruction in various manners so everyone with different abilities can easily understand. The few lessons I have had from pros have not had a lasting effect. I am looking forward to starting practice with your tips this coming spring. I am very grateful and thank you so much for your ingenuous instructions. Iris
Hi CJ, I’ve listened to your add and I agree with you the golf market has become a scam site because there is as you say millions who want to get better.
I started up with Darrell Klassen his theories is OK and works, but very hard to get length of only using your arms. I therefore switched to you and bought your series, which improved my game a lot, you recommended Bobby Wilson and I bought his Power Triangle Method foundational Series that has helped me to 50 to 70 meter extension of my driver shots. I tested his Extreme Power Series but in my opinion there is too much irrelevant filler and his foundational series which I had bought more or less is the essence of the new series.
There is great similarity between you 2 guys teaching, so I listen to you both. My stroke is usually where I aim, the length of my drive is between 180 to 235 meters I use mostly between 65 to 76 stroke on a par 72 golf course, I of cause also have bad day now and then where I can reach 80-83. My handicap is 2 are 73 years of age but very fresh and agile, play competition tenis and golf. Not senior.
In my younger days, I sent the ball over 300m but got a bad back and was nearly stopped playing golf when I read an article by Darrell Klassen and his method got my back pain to go away and they are not returned, but it has cost me nearly 100m in my driver shot.
Sometimes I turn farther with my hybrid iron than with my driver ok around 180 m, is that normal.
Ok the reason I write this is. I do not understand why you recommend one of your competitors unless you are working together? However I listen to and read what you send to me and it is very useful and I gather a lot of valuable information from your video. And still studying your DVDs, but having trouble getting the last out of my driver swing, the ball is mostly too high, my driver has a loft of 10 degrees. My swing is measured to be 135 when I’m fresh and 120 to 125 when I played 18 holes. I try to use your instructions in 11 Principles of Distance one day I will come there.
Henning,
Thanks Henning for the question and I am glad you are playing well. In regards to me recommending Bobby Wilson the reason is that I like his stuff. We have somewhat similar stuff and I know there are a few differences, but ultimately I want my students to try to add a tweak here and there into there game that might help them hit their driver even further. Ultimately in the end it is not about me…its about my students and the improvement they gain will ultimately reflect back on me and/or my recommendation.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi,
Just ordered the signature series. All your demos (so far) are with an Iron. Will there be instructions on how to hit a driver and fairway woods. Is the swing plane different? If I were to swing at a tee with a driver using the Y to L plane, I feel I might be hitting pop ups. Am I getting ahead of myself? Hey! Golf season is almost here and I’m excited about improving my game.
Rudy
Rudy Santo,
Thanks Rudy for the question. I want you to work on your swing with the irons and then just swing the driver. don’t get too mechanical about it. The swings will blend. Obviously because of the length of the driver it will be swung a bit flatter, but you won’t need to worry about that. Remember the main difference between and iron swing and a driver swing is the setup. With the driver we want our spine tilted a bit to the right and 60% of our weight on our right side. Hope this clarifies a few things.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
Not seen in any videos about club release. Do you recommend having a nice flexible wrist and roll it over action on release. I have found doing this gives me a lot more distance but was wondering what your advice on the release using your swing method ??
Cheers Pete
PS did post another question here but it has dissapeared ?
Pete,
Thanks Pete for the question. I do recommend having a nice flexible wrist and to roll over your wrists past impact. In order to create speed you must have relaxed arms. think about snapping a towel. Your arms are relaxed and this allows transfer of power to the end of the towel.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
You do not take a divot in the intros to the videos? I am told repeatedly that I MUST take a divot? Your swing looks a LOT more fun but who can you hit down on the ball and not take a divot?
Please clarify?
Thanks
Donald,
Thanks Donald for the question. In that intro I was hitting a 4 iron so there was just a tiny bit of grass or divot, but not much. When I get to a 6 iron or so is when I will be taking much bigger divots. Remember you do want to hit down on the ball, but remember its all relative to the club your using.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
Appreciate all your help and fundamental approach to golf. One question: I’m a low handicapper who purchased a good quality golf mat. Don’ know for sure how (other than hitting off this soft mat), but I developed tendonitis in the LEFT elbow (golfer’s elbow) and it has a required surgery to get me back playing again (after 9 months).
I have laid off the golf and don’t hit off the artificial turf. But I would love to use my background golf course again, with the artificial turf.
What could cause a good golfer who tears the turf from the ground to get such a bad elbow? I have a “connected swing” with a smooth tempo. I never “hit” at the ball. I let the body swing the arms/hands.
My orthopedic surgeon is NOT a golfer and is clueless. I have tried everything, including stretches, push-ups, flexibility exercises, etc. I just don’t want this chronic problem to return.
Thanks for your help!
John Butcher,
Thanks John for the question and I am sorry to hear about your tendonitis. The main cause for golfers with tendonitis in the left arm (if your a righty) is because of the chicken wing. You need to film your swing from face on and see if there is any “hold off” in your swing. Let me know if this is the case and we can talk about drills. What predominantly is your ball flight and the flight of your misses? Let me know.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I have golfer’s elbow in the right elbow, not the left. I’ve hit thousands of balls like this over my life (off a mat) and never developed this chronic tendonitis. The inner sider (the bony protrusion) feels bruised when I hit shots. The surgeon took out scar tissue, so it’s improving.
How do I avoid this tendonitis in the right elbow in the future?
Thanks again,
John
CJ,
My mistake. Let me clarify one last time. I have golfer’s elbow in the right elbow, and I am a right-handed golfer. So there’s no chicken wing going on at all. I swing with relaxed arms, but reasonably fast, about 115-120 mph. My shot pattern is straight but when I miss an iron shot (and it hurts), I hit it on the toe with a shut club face. I tend to over roll my arms.
I need to get back to center-cut hits, too. That would help my elbow. So how do I get a shot more on the center, less on the toe, realizing that my stance and spine angle stay consistent. There is some over-the-top on occasion.
Thanks,
John
John Butcher,
Thanks John for the question. The reason you have a tendency to roll over your arms and hit the ball on the toe is because the club is coming too much from inside (hence the closed club face so that you can draw the ball). What you need to focus on is the takeaway and make sure the club is working straight back and then up the wall. This will have the club coming down more on plane and thus reducing the amount of flip in your swing. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, I just saw your explanation on alignment and have a question.
Doesn’t parallel alignment assume that you have a straight Tee shot?
I ask this because I have a natural fade on my Tee shots while my
irons are basically straight. That would mean on my Tee shots I need
to slighly open my stance. Would appreciate your comment on this.
Sal Piccolo,
Thanks Sal for the question. Because you have a natural fade on your tee shots you do not want to open your stance slightly as this will cause a fade, however you want to align parallel to the left side of the fairway. Does this make sense? One is open stance to the club face while the other has everything square, but aimed down the left side. Let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I have been waiting for a response on my request of 29 December 2011.
It appears as if everybody gets attention. Are the issues perhaps not part of the focus?
For ease of refrence I include it below
What role do the elbows play in the swing?
a. I read on an on-line article that the elbows must point in the direction of the hips so that the “soft inside” point outwards (sort of). The lines drawn perpendicular to these “soft insides” must intersect in front of your chest in line with the sternum.
2. What should the relative relationship be of the fore arms to the ball- target line at address?
a. Again I read on an on-line article that the right fore arm must be closer to the ball- target line than the left fore arm. Your comments please and about by how much.
3. What position must the head be held (say line connecting the eyes)
a. Since the head is the heaviest part of the body and based on inertia is it appropriate to have the line connecting the eyes parallel to the line connectig the right and left shoulders (same slope) (considering that the right shoulder is lower than the left left shoulder)
I would like to add another issue. Why is there a very limited emphasis on predictability? This means that I do not need to hit a shot these long distances and be in the rough compared to a shorter distance but on the fairway.
Thanks
Ekhard Penzhorn
Ekhard,
Wow sir! This could be the most complicated, over-analyzed question I have ever received. I want to caution you about paralysis by analysis and I think you have reached it, so let me make this very simple and easy for you which I prefer as well as most golfers.
1. What role do the elbows play in the golf swing? By continuing to read your question I want to say that elbows should be pointed at hips at address.
2. What should the relative relationship be of the fore arms to the ball-target line at address? Parallel
3. What position must the head be held ? I have no idea why your bringing inertia into this question. Keep it Simple …in line with the spine
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi again CJ,
yes have been working on the 4-10 system works well thank you.
As I said before i purchased a R112 driver, and the weights came with a 5 grm and a 2 gram, I believe for me I should be around the 10 gram outside and inside 4-5 gram, , one setup it too light the other is too heavy, , where can i purchase a 10 gram weight , i am having problems getting one. Ken
Ken,
Thanks Ken for the question. Does anyone have any idea where he can order these weights. I would guess by going to the website or going to a golf shop and the pro could order you some weights. If anyone knows for sure please feel free to help ken find some weights for the R12. I would caution you though that if you make it too heavy your swingweight will go through the roof and the club will be too heavy causing you to hit it shorter. Make sure your swing weight stays at d4 or d3 as anything more than that is a ton.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, I wrote a few days ago about the cut shot. It was my mistake.
Of course I meant the club face. Thanks for catching that.
Could you quickly explain the table top drill? Thanks. Sal
Sal Piccolo,
No problem Sal. The table top drill is where you lock your arms to your chest and extend them in front of you. Now simply swing back without the use of your wrists to the top of a table(waist high) and then swing through to the top of a table (waist high). This drill is not about hitting the ball with power or solidness, but about teaching your body what to do in the swing.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Do you have golf schools? where can I find a schedule?
Warren,
Thanks Warren for the question about golf schools. I will be sending out an email this week about golf schools so keep watching. As of right now they will all be in Dallas, however I am looking at adding sites in New York, Michigan, possibly Missouri, Florida, and in Europe this summer. We will let everyone know with some emails.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Sir: I appreciate your instruction that gives good advice. The hard part to bring into focus is my age (76). I have 8 handicap on Friday for 18 holes. This is from the senior tees. Every thing I do in golf anymore is like climbing Mt Everlasting. Not many birdies, except those flying over. I am having trouble excepting my score going up instead of down. I have to complain to someone; my wife doesn’t know what I am talking about. Thanks for listening. RC
Roger Cain,
Thanks Roger for the blog post. I am sorry that your score seems to be going up with your age, but remember that now is the time to really implement the improved short game. At 76 there isn’t really any way you can hit it as far as some 30 year olds, but your knowledge and experience should make up for it.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, I am hitting all my shots espcecially the wedges fat. This is very evident from my divots which indicates that I am hitting well behnd the ball. What could be the problem?
Don,
Thanks Don for the question. There could be several issues that are causing you to hit the wedges fat. The easiest way to work on this is to improve your body rotation by working on the table top drill. Work on this and feel the proper rotation of your body and this will have you hitting your wedges way better. Please let me know if you do not know what the table top drill is and I will try to explain it to you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I play golf one handed, I use only my left hand to hold on to the club. I use right handed clubs. I am trying to use the L drill… to improve my swing and distance. It trying this at the range i have pain in my lower back. What am I doing wrong?
Tom Dardenne,
Thanks Tom for the question. The reason you are having lower back pain is due to the one handed swing. The club weighs a lot since you are swinging one handed and it is difficult for you to control this. the easiest way for you would be to feel like your hips work a bit slower and let your arms pass your body and then let the club pull your body through. This will create less Reverse C and will eliminate the back pain. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, I just watched your explanation of hitting a cut shot in order to take out the left side of the fairway. You of course mention aiming
left and your feet did turn left. What I didn’t hear was
aiming the clubshaft at your target and swinging along your
body line. Otherwise of course you would hit a pull. I think this would help amateurs.
Sal Piccolo,
Thanks Sal for the blog post. It should be aim your club face at the target and swing along the body line. I’m not sure if I made the mistake or you did when you said clubshaft. Anyways I hope we got this clarified…Aim your body where you want the ball to start and aim your clubface where you want the ball to finish and swing along your body line.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, unless I missed something, I didn’t see you incorporate a practice
swing in your pre-shot routine. Do you take one? Any suggestion
on where you take it, how many and anything else you may add. Thanks
Sal
Sal Piccolo,
Thanks for the question about no practice swings. I sometimes make practice swings and sometimes don’t . having the same number of practice swings in your pre-shot routine is not necessary or recommended. You want to take as many practice swings as needed to feel the proper feeling for the shot . After doing my calculations and envisioning the shot I want to hit I would do a few practice swings and then start my routine with my trigger and go through the routine. Hope this answers your question.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Cj
I am a very thick chested person. I can not swing across my chest maybe 10 – 15 degrees. This leads to my left arm breaking down at the top and then my right arm breaks down because of it. I am a 8 handicap but my swing looks like well I will nice not very good and rely to much on timing. I am trying to get back to working on your method but was wondering if you were teaching someone like me would it help to be more bent over or I have been trying to swing my left shoulder down and in to create more room for my arms to swing.Would you have any suggestions kind sir.
Mike,
thanks Mike for the question. I have many students like yourself. The key is to create some flexibility for you. Take your normal setup and then drop your right foot back about six inches and flare your right foot out (point your toes to the right a bit). This will allow you to turn bettter. I want your swing thought to be to turn your left shoulder behind the ball. Do not try to swing your left shoulder down and in as this will not allow you to turn and will only get your arms sucked against your chest more. Let me know if this makes sense and how your doing. If we talk I know I can fix you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ
Thank you. Yes that makes perfect sense.I have pulled the right foot back in the past and it does work six inches maybe pushing it a bit but will start with 3 and go from there.
I actually seen this in one of your early videos but cant find it. I have also read this in Jim Sutties laws of golf book years ago.
I will keep you informed.
Mike,
Thanks Mike for getting back to me. I am glad that makes sense and please keep me informed. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
In noticing the video at the start of this, it appears to me that it has been slowed down slightly. Or, is this the actual swing? If it the actual swing, it just seems way slower than my normal swing. Should I be trying to slow down a bit?
Thanks,
Bob
Bob Warden,
Thanks Bob for the question. My swing was slowed down in the video so don’t try to swing that slow. Hope this answers your question.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
HI CJ
I have purchased your DVD’s and have been watching and practicing for about a month. I have improved, however lately i am really struggling….. I am hitting all my iron shots (3-SW) almost along the ground with a massive slice. Once i do it with one shot every shot does the same. On the range if i go to the ”L” to ”L” drill i hit the ball almost perfect, good flight and almost perfect direction!!!!!! As soon as i widen my feet and take a normal stance i go bace to the extemely low massive slice. I feel i am doing the same swing. I know its something relly simple and if i can fix it im sure i will be a good player.
PLEASE HELP!!!!!
Cheers
Brendan.
Brendan Sheather,
Thanks Brendan for the question and I understand your struggle. The problem your dealing with is feel vs real. When you widen your stance you go back to your old swing, which in this case is to slide ahead of the ball. This slide is causing the low slice. When your feet are together you turn versus slide or you would fall over. You must continue to work on this drill a lot and then very slightly widen your feet. Then after success widen your feet again slightly. You will struggle at times, but you need to go back to the L to L drill to get the feeling. This is normal so please don’t get discouraged. If you could change your swing to perfect in a day then why wouldn’t everyone be on the PGA Tour. Please keep me informed on your progress.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ
Thanx for the reply. I have been to the range twice now played a practice 9 holes. Hitting the L-L drill has really helped. The feel of the swing is slowly coming natural to me, but most of all if i do hit the low slice i know exactly what i am doing wrong.
Thanx again
Brendan
Brendan,
Thanks Brendan for getting back to me and letting me know how your doing. Keep up the good work and let me know how your progressing.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ: Is there a ” Perfect Connection Golf School” in the Jacksonville, Fl. area?? I need instructions!!! Please advise. Thanks, Charlie Lewis
Playing golf for 48 years, I have a decent game but leave way too many strokes on the course. I purchased the 7 DVD Bundle Package and have already seen fixes for errors I have been doing all along, e.g. chipping technique – find the flat spot and use the club and shot to land there! Also the more upright driver swing is easier to repeat, keeps me from swaying, and gives me a better release. Thanks! I can’t wait to view all 7 DVD’s.
Dave Savage,
Thank you Dave for your support of PCGS. Please keep me informed on your thoughts and if you have any questions that I can help you with. Best wishes and talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I am trying to locate your instruction on proper ball position for different clubs. I am sure I must be overlooking it in the several packages that I have purchased.
Thanks
Rick
Rick Stafford,
Thanks Rick for the question. Ball position was not covered in the Signature Series so you haven’t made a mistake. the key to remember is that wedges and short irons will be played near the middle of stance and the Driver will be played off your left heel. The other clubs should fit in between there but it is only a couple of ball widths different from the driver to the wedges. I hope this clears up any confusion.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello again C.J.
I am looking for a system to stop the out to in swing (dont forget i am left handed and it is my right leg that is not good for taking my weight freely) I have started to do the Jim Fenik loop which has really helped me to get the in to out swing going, But this take a lot of concentration to complete the swing freely and easy ,
Have you any ideas to assist me in this matter.
Ken
Ken,
Thanks Ken for the question. Ultimately what your describing as the Furyk loop is the club going outside which means it is easier to drop it to the inside. I think what your doing is a feel versus an actual loop. In the PCGS swing we want the club up the wall which is a bit more upright than the “conventional” swing and but not upright. This may provide the feeling of the Furyk loop your describing, but remember if you are taking the club to the inside in the backswing then you have no choice but to come over the top in the downswing so therefore this feeling is good for you. My DVD will help you create a swing that is on plane but if your simply asking for a feel for the downswing then I think you have found it or imagine the club is coming from 4 o’clock to 10 o’clock on a clock face and that will help you out. Hope this helps. Please let me know.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
Let me congratulate on your ongoing effort to provide golf tips and care for your fellow golfers. I have watched your videos with special attention to the video introduction swing many, many times and have come to the conclusion that there is move, beyond the bump, that allows you to make such a smooth transition from backswing to upswing. I also like the no divot consequence. I suspect it is in some unknown movement of the left side or left leg which allows for this smoothness but I would like to know your precise thoughts on the forward move. Thanks. That said, I can relate to you that as an amateur I have coached at the Division 1 NCAA level, won several state titles and have played in the masters. I like your basic putting drills and believe that I could help you with a couple of thoughts that would improve your putting. Hope you can find time to respond. Thanks
CJ,
An update. Based on your recommendation, My angle of attack is improving, but now I’m starting to hit a lot of pulls and pull hooks. Please clarify your recommendation about hitting from downhill lies. Do you mean when the slope is tilted down toward the target or when you’re on a side hill with the ball below your feet? I’ve hit balls from this position before and found it to be beneficial.
Could you please make one of your tips a short clip on how to correctly practice the knockdown shot using your up the wall method?
thanks,
Jim Gift
JIm Gift,
Thanks Jim for the question. The downhill lie that I was recommending was with the tilt going towards the target. If you use the ball below your feet it will get you steeper on the donwswing for sure which it sounds like you have done. Simply hit some balls and don’t work on your swing for awhile and your tendency to get the club a bit flatter will come back…Just Don’t Over Do It!
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
Been working on your techniques for a couple of months and they have been very useful. I have one question and that is, after I get done playing a round of golf my left index finger and knuckle is extremely sore. I was told that fat grips may help. I also have changed my grip style but this has not seemed to do much in the way of alleviating this problem. Any suggestions? Thank you.
Mike Ellis,
thanks Mike for the question. Fatter grips have helped people with arthritis so you may want to look into that. I would first start and look at your grip. Do you use interlocking grip or overlapping? Are you gripping the club too tight? Thats where I would start. Let me know and lets talk.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
I have had to cancel my subscription to the Insiders Club due to my current financial situation !!
Didn’t want to, but needs must…
So, while I can still ‘log in’ and before I ‘get the chop’ I just wanted to say a big thank you for all of the instruction, help, tips etc etc they have given me a very good base for my game.
Started playing 11 months ago…folks are always telling me I have a ‘good swing’ and I should not be a ’28 handicapper’ still on 28 due to the lack of cards put in at my club…
I have a good selection of your dvd’s and will continue to work with them… Thanks again… Bill Fiddes UK… “They are gettinning longer and straighter…”
Bill Fiddes,
Thanks Bill for the blog post and I am sorry to see you go from the insiders club, but I am truly happy that you enjoyed your time while in there and felt it helped you a lot. Keep in touch and best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I’m a member. Looking for advice on getting clubs for my grandson’s 13th birthday in few days. He’s had starter sets for several years and wants to get more serious about golf … any ideas?
Also looking for golf camp ideas for the 2 of us later this spring.
Jim Wray,
Thanks Jim for the question. In regards to golf lessons this spring please email Shannon at Shannon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and she will be able to set up a golf school for you and your grandson. In regards to golf clubs this is that awkward period in a kids life that most of us boys have gotten a ladies set. A ladies set is shorter and the shafts are much lighter and more flexible for him. I personally recommend however Adams golf because they have a new Teen set which is specifically for teenagers like your grandson. the shafts are better and the heads are weighted exactly for what you are needing. You will need to contact Adams or perhaps your golf shop can order them. What you will need to know is the distance from his middle knuckle to the floor. Probably around 24-27 inches. Hope this helps and let me know. If you need to I can order them, but let me know. Looking forward to seeing you both this spring.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi there CJ.
I have a question regading the difference between the DVD and the online downloads of the videos. Are they of the same quality as on the DVD or do they have a lower resolution to save on transfer volume.
What is resolution of the videos?
regards Carli
Carli,
Thanks Carli for the question. The videos sent online are compressed a bit, but I don’t think you will have a problem with the quality at all. many people just like to have the DVD’s so they can watch them on the TV and not have to worry about the computer. If anyone knows the exact resolution please answer this, but I’m almost positive they are 720 vs 1080 for the DVD’s. I don’t handle that part and for that I am sorry. Again if any techy’s out there know this please let me know for sure.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear Mr. Goecks,
I few months ago I played 18 holes far better than my usual 90 – 100 score. The shots were crisp and straight. So I thought, hey what could I do with some formal lessons? I spent months in golf hell, felt like I was swinging a fence post digger…it hurt, and I dreaded going into my back swing. Yes, when I did it right it was a thing of beauty but I noticed my distance was decreasing. When I did it wrong;hook, slice, skulled, chunked. I was thinking about giving up the game. It was no longer fun; it was the opposite of fun.
I ran across your lessons and it clicked, particularly the back swing into an almost baseball hitting position. (I was always taught that baseball was never to enter into a golf swing discussion! I was to be ashamed of spending my youth swinging a baseball bat instead of perfecting a near 360 degree golf swing all on one plane) It all started feeling natural again. On top of that, at the range (I am 58 and very much out of shape) the 152 yard flag usually requires my 7 iron. Today, I was using a 9 iron with a light wind at my back. I was closing in on the 171 yard flag with a 7 iron and reasonably straight, at worse 15 yards offline. I am a guy who is happy with a bogey, smiling with a par, and laughing with a birdie. I just want to have fun and play with a reasonable level of consistency.
When I first bought the online set, I was a bit concerned with all the multiple screen offers that came up. I thought I might have gotten taken. However, now I see it as the single best golf investment I have ever made (clubs, shoes, lessons). Basically for the price of an average golf lesson, I got great value. I tend not to make public comments on the internet, but I am very happy with your lessons. I will soon be purchasing other products. Thank you, Gary
Gary,
Thank you so much for your blog post and the kind words that you are saying. I really am touched by these words and I love what I do. I sincerely want and will try my hardest to help everyone I can. If you have any problems please let me know and I will give you advice and talk you through it. As long as we talk I know I can help you or anyone. Best wishes to you and thank you again.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I’ve had the major low back injuries you discuss. Last year I had to have surgery for a fractured disc in the L5,S1 area. I’m stuck now with significant sciatic nerve damage to my right leg and foot. I’m almost 64 yrs old and was about ready to give up golf. I’ve purchased your DVD signature series. My major fault is getting the club stuck too far behind me and backing out of the shot. A lot of my shots are thin and I hate tight lies. I either push the ball,hit it fat or thin, or hit what looks like pull hooks. Probably more flip than pull. Which of your drills is best to get me out of this bad position coming through?
thanks, Jim
Jim gift,
Thanks Jim for the question and thank you for your support of Perfect Connection. You are easy to diagnose and I have got you pegged. this back out move will cause back injuries so we need to get this fixed. The club is coming too much from the inside on the way down. you need to get the club up the wall in the backswing as this will help. use the FEELING of sticking your thumbs in your ears on the backswing (feeling only sir). Next practice the knockdown shot as this is one that it is very difficult for you to stop the club short on the follow through. Please let me know if you don’t understand this. Another great drill for you would be to practice hitting balls on downhill lies and don’t tee it up, but focus and try to take a divot after the ball. this will prove difficult at first, but we need to get the club steeper in the downswing. Lets keep talking as we can get you fixed, but it will take a series of stages. Let me know how your doing.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Never mind that is most likely stupid question. I am just frustrated and looking for answers. I can’t hit the ball anymore. It just shoots across the ground 8 out of 10 times. I know I can get it up in the air because I have many, many times but not anymore and I just don’t know what I’m doing wrong.
Daniel Ray,
Thanks Daniel for the question. Take a step back and relax. Simply tee the ball up and work not on hitting the ball hard, but making contact by doing the L to L drill. Focus on the smoothness and relaxation and make sure the arms are straight when you finish. Once you feel some confidence then put the ball on the ground and continue the same feeling. After you are mastering this then make your feet a bit wider and this will have you hitting the ball well again.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, I just have to tell this story. I made the mistake of watching allot of you tube videos over the past couple of months and I have to says that I haven’t been able to hit the ball at all and my lower and upper back is killing me after a game or a trip to the driving range.
Well I have gone back and watched your videos on the fundamentals of the Perfect Connection Swing.
Now I am hitting the ball again and no PAIN. I just had to thank you again for getting me back in the game again.
THX
Dan
Daniel Ray,
Thanks Daniel for the blog post. I really appreciate it. Congrats on improving again and being able to play with no pain. Best wishes and let me know if I can help you further.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I know you said in your video no low and slow so how fast is the take away?
My wife got me the videos
thanks Jim
Jim,
Thanks Jim for the question. I think the golf swing is a matter of personal preference to the speed. I have said in other videos that a good swing thought might be low and slow or balance, but it depends on the person and what they are working on. There is an app out there that teaches tour tempo. His theory states that the backswing is a 3:1 ratio versus the downswing. You might want to check out that app on your smart phone. Tour tempo is the name of the app. Hope this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I can’t get any loft to me iron shots.My drive goes about 150 yards then rolls another 25 yards.My wedges don’t loft rolls along the ground.While I use a tee on my 7or 8 iron it goes streight out know loft.
Joseph Piccirillo,
Thanks Joe for the question. Does the ball hook? if so then your clubface is closed and it could be a grip problem. Are you sliding ahead of the ball? I need some more info to fully help you out. Let me know
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
rip
i don’t hook put I also don’t choke up on long irons.The ball goes straight My grip is the same on all shots.If I put the club flat on the ground and twist my hands then I hook.
Hey CJ and Jim
I guess you didn’t see the issue of Golf Digest years ago where Jack Nicklaus said his best sings felt like his backswing took as much time as his forward swing. This would make it a 2:1 ratio.
Phillip,
Thanks Phillip for the question. I did not see the issue of Golf Digest with the 2:1 ratio but I wonder if that is correct. There is an app out there called Tour Tempo that supposedly has done some research and they say the ideal ratio is 3:1, but I am not sure who is correct. I recommend checking out that app however and see if it helps you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
the one thing thats missing with your teaching is fitness,how to get realy fit, what we have to do in the gym to get supple so we can swing the club better, these are the things that would help the average golfer, so tell us all how do we use all the muscles in the golf swing and what to do in the gym.
many thanks dave from England.
David Haynes,
Thanks David for the question. My last few videos being sent out have been on physical fitness. I guess you didn’t see them. We have about 4 dvd’s dedicated to fitness. the instructor teaching them is Damon Goddard and he is one of the best physical fitness instructors in the world and he will really help your game. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Any instruction in the Port St. Lucie, Vero Beach, FL area?
Rudy,
Thanks Rudy for the question. I have had some interest in that area for instruction. Please email Damon at Damon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and he will be able to answer any questions you may have and may setup a golf school for that area. Thanks for your inquiry.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Does CJ offer lessons or school in Dallas? How many days and price?
Bill Terhaar,
Thanks Bill for the question. I do offer schools and lessons in Dallas. Please contact Damon at Damon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and he will be able to arrange a school or individual times for you at your convenience. Best wishes and see you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ – I recently bought your pcgs series of videos and I’m starting to work on your techniques. I was surprised to see that there is nothing specific on the driver swing. Does this mean that the driver swing is no different from the normal swing? The steep plane would seem harder to use with the driver/woods.
Thanks,
Peter
Peter Kepler,
thanks Peter for the question. The driver setup is different than that of an iron swing. With the driver you want 60% of your weight on your right side and want your spine slightly tilted to the right. Don’t worry about being as upright in the backswing as this would be impossible with the driver. The swing may feel similar as an iron, but due to the length of the driver it will obviously be flatter than an iron. Does this make sense? In other words work on the swing with the irons and let the driver just happen. Hope this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Can you tell me if there is any difference in the swing plane if you use
a driver say compared to a wedge. Using a driver, I keep slicing
Hilton Rowlings,
Thanks Hilton for the question. Yes there is a difference in the swing plane, but you don’t have to think about it. What I mean by this is if you are using a wedge it will work more vertically due to the length of the club and your setup. the driver will work naturally flatter due to the length of the club. I advise my students to work on the swing with a 6 iron or so and then let the driver just blend in. Does this make sense?
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hilton Rowlings,
Thanks Hilton for the question. yes there is a difference between the swing plane of a wedge and a driver, but you don’t need to think about it. Due to the length of the wedge it will swing more up and down and due to the length of a driver it will swing a bit flatter. I advise my students to work with a 6 iron or so and work on there swing and the length of the club will dictate what happens with the other clubs. Does this make sense?
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I was searching around the Internet and saw your swing video. I was impressed with the simplicity of the swing. I shoot in the 110′s and I am not improving. My buddy told me the other day that my swing was better a year and half ago. One the worst things I ever did was try the stack and tilt golf swing. My golf game has not been the same since. I am 52 years old and recently lost over ninety pounds, which may have also affected my swing as well. I have just started your free 10 lesson package and will keep you up to date on my progress. I like your approach and willingness to buck convention wisdom concerning the golf swing.
Thanks,
George
George,
Thanks George for the blog post. Please keep me informed on your thoughts on the videos and let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
Can you or your team do one on one instruction in Dallas ???
Regards
Ian
Dubai / UAE
Ian,
Thanks Ian for the question. Yes I can do one on one instruction in Dallas. Please contact Damon at Damon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and he will arrange some time with you and I. Best wishes and hope to see you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CAN ONE BUY THE DVDs, AND HAVE YOU SEND them TO MY ADDRESS??
Michael.
Michael,
Thanks Michael for the question. Yes we can send the DVD’s to your address. Please contact Damon at Damon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and he will help you out and get the orders to you right away.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear Sirs,
Do you accept orders abroad?
I am from Spain, and if it is possible, ¿how do it?
Thanks
CME,
Thanks CME for the question and yes we do thousands and thousands of orders abroad. When you click on the link to order just put in your address and we will send the correct DVD for your area. Best wishes and let me know your thoughts on the DVD’s.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi C.J,
Could you please guide Me in the right direction, Just latetely My Tee Shot is ok but my second and third shots off the fairway’s Ive started hitting the ground before the ball and of course when I try to correct it I tend to top the ball which is making my game very frustrating. Please could you help.
Best Regards Foxy.
1. What role do the elbows play in the swing?
a. I read on an on-line article that the elbows must point in the direction of the hips so that the “soft inside” point outwards (sort of). The lines drawn perpendicular to these “soft insides” must intersect in front of your chest in line with the sternum.
2. What should the relative relationship be of the fore arms to the ball- target line at address?
a. Again I read on an on-line article that the right fore arm must be closer to the ball- target line than the left fore arm. Your comments please and about by how much.
3. What position must the head be held (say line connecting the eyes)
a. Since the head is the heaviest part of the body and based on inertia is it appropriate to have the line connecting the eyes parallel to the line connectig the right and left shoulders (same slope) (considering that the right shoulder is lower than the left left shoulder)
Thanks
Ekhard Penzhorn
Hi CJ,I´m a 59 year old man from Sweden, in younger days also worked as a proffesional and I looked on Your website and just saw Your first tip.
Now I´m working with lonstay in Spain sith couples in age 60+ and do You think this is something to apply for better golf even in this group of golfers.
Please let me know and have You any Representative in Sweden?
Have a nice day and a Merry Christmas
Best regards
Ulf
Ulf Nebel,
Thanks Ulf for the questions and yes this program will work great for anyone. Please let me know if you have any questions with any players and I will be glad to help you. I do not have any one in Sweden yet, but I am looking to expand. I am wanting to come over the pond during the summer and do some schools and would love someone to train and also some recommendations on some courses. Lets talk and see where it goes. Merry Christmas to you and a happy New Year. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi again CJ, many thanks for Your quick respond. If You are coming over to Sweden just let me know and I will help You to introduce Your way to better golf.
I will follow Your 10 tip for better golf and also have an introduction in Spain for our guests this spring.
Have a nice day waiting for Santa Claus,
Best golf regards
Ulf
Ulf Nebel,
Thanks Ulf let stay in touch. Hope you have a great New Year.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
When I first started playing golf they gave me a set of clubs and said “Hit it”. No one ever told or even better showed me how the club is supposed to strike the ball. I see pros take divots that you could plant a corn field in and others who take no divot at all. Could you do a video or some graphics that explains exactly how the club is supposed to strike the ball.
Mac
Mac,
Thanks Mac for the question. I will take that into consideration when I film next. the key is to understand that different swing planes create different divots and when you may be watching one pro vs another they may be using different clubs. The grass pros are hitting off of will make a difference depending on what part of the country so try not to worry so much about the size of the divot. Hope this clears up any confusion, but there are major factors that can influence the divots. Best wishes
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi C J.
Thank you for your trouble to assist me , I have changed from a Calaway to a Japanese Driver, and boy what a difference the shaft is like a new engine and i have gained about 54 yards , so i am happy , I wonder if the past shaft was too stiff, as i have gone from the stiff to s-r , At times i still fall back from my bad right knee being left handed, Yesterday when i played i hit the ball so well i ended up 6 over, not too bad after all my frustration with a not well fitting driver, my fault as i fitted them all myself to what i get the most feel with.
Thanks again and will let you know more later on this great driver,
Ken
Kenneth Gamble,
Your welcome Ken and keep up the great work. Thats amazing that you picked up 54 yards by changing drivers. Keep it up and please keep me informed and let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
Thanks for your help, i believe now that the shaft was far too stiff, for me to get the right speed to the ball, i think all due to a bad right knee,
Thanks again and i will keep u informed,
Ken
Kenneth Gamble,
Your welcome Ken for the advice and thanks for writing back to me. Please keep me informed and let me know if you have any other questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
You indicate you can add 30 yards to my driving distance. I currently hit about 260 yards on a solid drive – no wind or excessive roll or hard fairways. I am 66 years old and you are promising I will hit the ball 290 and yet I know no one my age [most of whom are better golfers than me] who can drive the ball 290 yards [even the 3-4-5 handicapers I know. Am I reading your claim correctly?
I have watched your iron and driver sessions and have not seen anything on ball position. Since the lower part of the “Y” is always down the middle of your stance is the ball position down the middle for all clubs. What is your advise on ball position?
Thanks
Bob Norman,
Thanks Bob for the question. ball position should be middle of your stance for short clubs and slightly forward of that for mid-irons. The driver should be played opposite your left heel. the total distance from center of your stance to left heel is only about 2 1/2 ball widths so that should narrow down where the ball should be played. Hope this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I love the perfect connection. I picked it up about 3 months ago and I have gotten about 10 stokes off so far. But my game is getting better every time, mostly because I have confidence in my swing. I am tennis teaching pro, and I know from experience that confidence in your stroke and trusting the form is key to playing both sports. THANK YOU SOOOOO much you are the man and a have been recommending your system to every golfer I know.
Desmond,
Thanks Desmond for the kind words and congratulations on your success so far. PLease let me know if you have any questions and I will be glad to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear Sirs,
Can your DVD’s be played on european DVD-player?
(Meaning, are the coded with “1″)
Kind regards.
Dan G. Andersen.
Dan G. Anderson,
Thanks Dan for the question. yes the DVD’s will play in Europe. Once you put in your address we will send the proper DVD’s for you and your region. Best wishes and let me know your thoughts on the DVD’s.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ! Just want to update you with my progress using your DVD and tips. Early this year my Australian Golf Handicap is at 36. I bought your DVD and practice and played almost every weekend. Now my AGU is 27 approximately 8 months of using your technique together with. I printed my game history and wanted to show you but I do not know where to upload. Thank you.
PS. I bought Bobby’s DVDs too and helped me with my driver. Thank you again for introducing me to his secrets.
Ray,
Thanks for the blog post and congratulations on your recent improvements. Thats awesome. Have you watched the short game DVD yet? I truly believe this dvd can really sharpen your short game and get you a lot lower scores. Let me know if you have any questions…Thats why I am here.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks CJ, I uploaded my video I believe to the right place. It is interesting after watching the video I think I see a major problem. Anxious too get your feedback which is so important to me. After all your videos got me back on the course after a back injury that left me unable to play for years.
You the Man
Daniel Ray,
Did you upload your swing through onlineskillscoach.com? I have not received an email saying your swing is in my inbox. Let me know.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, Thyanks you for your advise, i seem to be hitting the ball much easier, but i still cannot get the distance, I can hit my 2 Iron just as far around 220 yard , when i play it costs me because i cannot get in range for a 7 down Iron shot, I am useingt the Taylor made r9 , set at N, and the weight seems to be ok , i am getting angry with myself , as my friends are hitting the ball around the 24 on this is not good for me, Maybe i need to change woods with a stiff shaft in it,
Ken
Kenneth Gamble,
Thanks Kenneth for the question. You say you are not hitting the driver far enough, but can hit your two iron just as far. My question is whether or not you were fit for the driver. Please find a good fitter and this can be figured out very quickly. Please keep me informed on your progress and please provide more info as ball flight etc and I will be glad to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Did I read somewhere that as a Perfect connection member, I could upload a video clip of my swing to have you analyza my swing to get your feedback? Thanks in advance. Daniel
Daniel Ray,
Thanks Daniel for the question and yes that is correct. As an insider member you can upload your swing to me for analysis. Please contact customer support or let me know if you can’t find it.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
Thank you so much for the “L” drill and the swing plane help! Golf is fun again! I now have something to focus on while practicing. Awesome!
Sincerely,
Trent
I hate you, I hate you, I hate you.
after 12 years of spraying drives & other shots, I changed just 2 things: my grip and my swing plane as per your method, and there she flies – straight, straight straight!
I love you, I love you, I love you!
thanks from Sunny South Africa
Con Viljoen,
LOL thats funny. Congrats on the success buddy.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, if you read this,,
I at one time was playing from a 2 handicap, some years ago i had an accident (military) so cannot say why or how, i now have a bone replacment in my right knee fromm 4 inche above and 5 inches from the knee, is all tiatanium now, I am also a left handed goler.
with this injury i cannot get weight onto my right leg having been to many pros with no real good results, how can i change my swing to compersate to this injury, i hit irons well but canot hit a wood, where i must move the weight to front leg which i cannot do what and where can i start the right location for my foof as cannot roll onto the ancle .
Ken
Kenneth Gamble,
Thanks Kenneth for the question. If your on your back foot that won’t hurt you as much with a wood. You can get away with this because the ball is teed up. Knowing your problem you have to have a steep downswing and this is causing the problems with the woods. You need to flatten your downswing (more from the inside) and this will fix your issue. Please let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
Can you give me advice on how to eliminate hitting off center hits on the toe of the clubface? I think part of my problem is that I come over the top creating an outside to inside swing path due to my shoulders opening to early prior to impact. Thank you.
Robert
Robert,
Thanks Robert for the question. First check you fundamentals and make sure your distance from the ball is correct. Remember its a fist and a thumb from your zipper. Check that first and let me know if this helps and we will go from here.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ:
I had abdominal surgery earlier this year, and struggled to hit the ball like I had been before all season. I finally talked to my doctor about it, and he, along with my pro, told me that it takes at least a year for it to fully heal and be back to where it was before. Are you familiar with the Momentus Swing Trainer (no advertising here, just a question)? I have one of those, and have considered a hittable heavy driver to help my core muscles get stronger. My driver has a 60 gram-stiff shaft on it (Adila red), and all my clubs are stiff shafted because that’s what I had been playing for most of my time in golf. I was hanging with people half my age before my surgery, but I lost about 10 yards or so. I was wanting to know if using a weighted swing trainer and heavy hittable driver would be helpful in getting back those yards. I have also considered a shaft change back to regular, but my pro recommends that I stay with stiffs. I also racewalk competitively, so I know my legs will be okay. Do you have any other ideas that could help me?
Hi CJ, bought your digital series and I’m doing well with the “L” swing. My BIGGEST fault right now is 20-70yd tight lie/over bunker to green shots. Is there any advice you can give to help me get it up and down from 70yds and in? Do I keep using the “L” swing that close? Thanks CJ, I appreciate your help. -Mike (Temecula)
Mike,
Thanks Mike for the question. First I have to ask about your course management. Why are you leaving yourself a tight 20-50 yard shot over a bunker to a tight pin. This is a hard shot and you need to error long of the pin in this situation. The L will still be used, but only if the swing length is needed. You may not need the L with only 20 yards. The key to hitting this shot though is to make sure your nose and shirt buttons are ahead of the ball at setup. Now simply open the clubface and swing the appropriate length for the shot needed. I would recommend laying back however to a length of swing that will produce enough spin to stop the ball quickly in this situation.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks CJ for the reply. I generally try to stay 80-100yd and out, but miss hits or close on Par 5′s in two leave me those unkind 20-60yd shots. Your help sounds spot on so I’ll try it at the range. – Mike
CJ and Mike:
The best players have been known to try to take these kinds of shots out of play (unless they are in real trouble somewhere), and play to a spot where they can hit a full shot into a green. I see it all the time with people I play with – they try to get the most distance they can, but then leave themselves with a shot that requires them to hit something they may not be entirely capable of. All they care about is bashing the ball as long as they can from the tee, but they don’t always think about where they will be hitting their second shot from. As the legendary golf pro and instructor Tommy Armour said, “play the shot that you can play well, and play the shot that makes the next one easy.” Armour’s book “How To Play Your Best Golf All The Time” is one of my golfing Holy Bibles. He does recommend that people develop a good short game, and says that is the surest route to lower scores. And I’m inclined to agree. But I’m with CJ in asking why anyone would put themselves through an unnecessary test.
Just wanted to drop you Thank You for you’re Perfect Connection Series videos. I am 51 years old and only started playing in Aug. 2011 when a frend needed a person to fill out foursome for a scramble he was in that and a person droped out on last day. I told him that I had some old that had belonged to my wifes granddad. So I went and played and was hooked. Saw you’re web site when looking at course website ordered the series watched and practiced had to get better. Last sunday my seventh round at Cleburne Golf Links and shot a 86 when I had been a 120. Was pumped all week waiting for today to play again. I went to the course ony two miles from my house and where I had working on my swing at the driving range Squaw Valley in Glen Rose. Played both the Apache Links and the Comanche Lakes shotting a 96 on the Links and a 86 on the Lakes courses.
I was put with two golfers by the starter at start of the day,and they just keep saying can’t believe you have only been playing three mounths. Once on a long par four hole hit another long 280 plus drive stright down the middle of the fairway, one of them made commit you’re swing is funny looking with only a 3/4 swing the club only going to a upright postion like a baseball swing, but when you come around on the ball it smouth and true just golden.
Thank You again, I am getting better every day I just wish I had started playing sonner in my life. Better late than never now all I want to do is play. Can’t get over how pirty some of the courses are and how allsome some of the holes are. But the best part is to not be scared of them nowing you have the Perfect Connection in you’re bag.
Having more fun every day
Clayton
Clayton,
Thanks Clayton for the kind words and congratulations on your success. that is awesome success for only playing for three months. Keep up the good work. Please keep me informed on your progress. You may hit a wall in your improvement, but I recommend going back to watching the videos especially the short game series and this will help out a bunch. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
Nice Information. I downloaded the video series and have viewed most of the videos. The information is great. After viewing the videos I did not remember seeing anything about ball placement. In your videos it appears that you set the ball in the center except your putting tip showed under your left eye. What do you recommend? I have a problem topping the ball but after reviewing some comments I will be practicing the L and L drill. Thank for your time.
John Wagner,
Thanks John for the question. In regards to ball position you want your short irons in the middle of your stance. With your driver you want the ball off your left instep. All your other clubs will fit in between this area, but ultimately there is about a 2 1/2 ball width between the middle of your stance and the driver ball position.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Kevin Tudor,
Sorry for the inconvenience Kevin. We are making changes to our site to better our service, but this should not have happened. Can you please contact customer support and they will be glad to take care of you. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
thank you for your fantastic approach to golf. i already have your
signature series and would not dream of spending money buying another
person’s ideas on golf.i was pleased to see your video today re stacked
which prompted me to watch signature again.cj i am 80 years young and on 27 hcp. i am congratulated by my fellow golfers on my consistent drives
and usually down the middle. i have started to finally found the solution to striking me new 3 and 5 woods after watching your videos.
once again thank you for my improvement in golf.
arthur
Arthur Walsh,
Thanks Arthur for the great compliment. I really appreciate the time it took for you to send me that post. congratulations on your success and please keep me informed in the future. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I HAVE BEEN THRU 6 OF THE FREE VIDEOS. I AM STILL NOT SURE IF I WANT TO BUY THE VIDEO REALLY WANTED TO SEE ALL 10 BEFORE I MADE THAT DECISION. THE BUNDLE DEAL IS A GREAT BUY. HOWEVER,IT WENT BYE BYE. WILL I GET A CHANCE TO BUY THE BUNDLE AT THE END OF THE TENTH LESSON.
LET ME KNOW
HERM
Herm – you really should buy the bundle. I haven’t looked back. I bought it six weeks ago and I’ve knocked 8 – 10 shots off my average AND won four times the cost!
Steve, UK
Herman Sanner,
Sorry for the inconvenience with the videos. Please send damon an email at damon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and he will help you out. If you want to call him his number is 530-354-4755. Thanks for your interest in PCGS.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
C.J., Just received your 4 DVD Bundle Package last week. I am a 65 year old golfer. I have played for over 40 years and taken lessons several times. All of the pros were good, especially in Kingwood, TX, but as you know everyone has a little different approach to the golf swing. Your Perfect Connection golf swing puts the mechanics of the golf swing in it’s simplest terms and I feel is great for seniors who have no business trying to make a “big” turn. There is an abundance of material in your DVD’s, but you keep it “simple”. I am a lefty but I have always viewed videos with the idea of looking in a mirror. Currently I am working on your towel drill to stay connected and avoid the dreaded “lateral shot” that has crept into my “old” game. Keep up the good work!! Brian Carpenter Nacogdoches, TX
Brian Carpenter,
Thank you Brian for the kind words. It really does make me happy to hear students telling me that they enjoy the material that I have produced. Thanks for reversing the words to a lefty. I am releasing a lefty version next week and if you want a real laugh you will see me try my best at some left handed swings. Keep in touch although I don’t think I will go to Nacagdoches as crown colony is too tough a course. It may be fun to play not in the winter or with a tour balata since thats the last time I played it. I didn’t appreciate hitting 2 iron into 17 with swirling winds and 39 degrees LOL. Best wishes
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ has help me get back into te game after a back injury and I just what to say thank you and you all another place to tell your golf stories and and say thatnk you to CJ. I want him have as much exposure as possible. He does great work and the golf world needs to know about him.
Post your favorite stories here. http://www.talkinggolf.net
THX CJ
Dan
Hi
I am playing golf since november last year. I didn’t have so much experience. I have still a problem when I am playing on the course with topping the ball. When I am practising on the drive range there is no problem but on the fairway or other parts of the course I am often topping my ball. What could be the problem?
Thanks
Thierry
De Bilde Thierry,
Thanks Thierry for the question and the info on your game. Keep working on the L to L drill. You are a beginner so there are many things that go into hitting good shots on the course. It simply could be the lie and your not adjusting to the terrain. You must be able to adjust. In my course management DVD I discuss these different lies so I encourage you to get that DVD as that will help you a lot at this point. Please keep in touch and let me know your thoughts on the DVD.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
My handicap is coming down nicely and I shot a net 65 couple of weeks ago. In the 65 I had a 10 on a par 5, it was a very nice round where everything went where I wanted it to, unfortunately haven’t been able to replicate it. When the tempo and swing comes to me I can easily rattle of 4-5 pars in a row. Last week I started pulling ALL my full shots but still managed to scramble to play to my handicap. I started using the L to L as part of my routine with my feet together to try to create some muscle memory but it didn’t work. Do you have any suggestions as to how I can keep this under control in the middle of a game should it happen again. Can you suggest a practice drill to rmove it?
David,
Thanks David for the question. You need to work on the table top drill. Your issue is you need to turn in the backswing and this will help with the pull. Your club is coming over the top so you need to feel like it is coming more from inside. The L to L drill with your feet together will not allow you to turn as much so lets stop doing this for a bit. Keep me informed and let me know if this helps
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear CJ
I am highly impressed with your weekly mini-lessons, which are put across with such simple instructions based on sound fundamentals.
I have benefited a lot – Thanks a pile.
I have been facing serious problems with “Distance”. Please advise which video/dvd series will be most appropriate, so that I can place an order. I leave in Singapore – Is it possible to acquire the same anywhere here?
Awaiting your reply.
Best regards.
Ray
Ray,
thanks Ray for the question and your welcome for the tips. Thank you for watching. The best videos for distance are maximum Power. this DVD will give you a bunch of info to help you hit the ball farther. Plus its not just tips. This DVD will train you to hit the ball farther so it will last forever. Keep me informed on your thoughts.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ I love your tips and find them very informative. By using them I have improved my game quite a bit. I have one major problem and that is shanking short chips just off the green. I cannot seem to correct it and this problem costs me about 5-6 strokes in a round.
Any help would be most appreciated.
Thanks in advance, Mark
Hi CJ, I saw some immediate results, but seem to be back to my old misses. I am a 6 handicap who hits the ball far. But my misses off the tee is what balloons my score. My miss is low left or push right. I know it is because I come from the inside too much but can’t seem to get the right feeling. If I try to shorten my take away, i don’t feel like i complete it and the downswing feels rushed. Thanks! Jeff
Hi CJ,
I’m hooking the ball, worse with the driver of course, and I’ve purchased the digital series. Which video or help can you give me to help correct this and keep me straight? 16.5 index. I’ve watched your “hook” video, checked my grip (neutral), but can’t watch my backswing.
- Mike
Mike,
Thanks Mike for the question. Your issue is the club is coming too much from the inside on the downswing. Try hitting some knockdown shots and practice hitting some balls off of downhill lies focusing on taking a divot after the ball. This will steepen the club in the downswing and have you hitting the ball straighter.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I’ve been watching your youtube videos for the last 3 months and decided to buy the digital series. I’m a 16 handicap now, was once a 8.5. Came very close many times to quiting. Best round was 78, worst is about 110 in the past year. I’ve sold my Taylormade TP irons and bought the 2.0′s. Now I can hit it further but still can’t score better than 86 in the last few months. I’m stuck. I can hit my 4i 240yds and hit the middle of fairway 80-90% of the time. But for the life of my I can’t hit an 20-90yd shot without hitting fat, thin, topped, shanked from perfect fairway lies and now I’m hooking my driver 80% of the time. I can hit my driver at least 270yds and it used to be my favorite club, but now I’m losing hope. So, my issue, short game inside 90yds and driver hooking. If I play a 380yd par4 I’ll play 4i to 230-240yds, hit my Gap (130yd) or Pitch Wedge (145yd). Back when I was a 8.5 index my 100yd and in shots were all pin seekers, not anymore. Now its hope and pray. God I hope your short game/driver series can help me. Now I chip from 40yds out and run the ball up to the green
PS – I’ve tried your WALL idea on my backswing from the tee and although I may “push” a 220yd 5i or 240yd 4i OB, my second ball off the tee with same swing is pure, far, and right down the middle. Just need to trust and get used to that idea, but that seems to work.
Mike,
Thanks Mike for the question. Ultimately the reason you are struggling is because the club is too much from inside on the downswing. this is why you hook the driver and sometimes push it and the reason why your short shots are troublesome. Keep working up the wall and work on some knockdown shots. Your struggling right now because of feel vs real. You need to over exaggerate the feeling for awhile. Use a camera to record the backswing from down the line and you will see this issue. If you need to you can send me your swing for analysis. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
C J
I played golf on 10/29/11–No more pain on left shoulder or neck muscles BUT still had 10 strokes off my game. I’m playing better and golf is fun again. Thanks for the mini-lessons.
Sincerely
Robert J. Meisenzahl
Robert J. Meisenzahl,
Robert congrats on the success. NO PAIN AND TEN STROKES BETTER!!!!!! That is awesome. Keep up the great work and keep me informed on your progress.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ
This is my first contact since purchasing your ‘Perfect Connection Golf Swing Package’ earlier this summer. I was actually thinking about quitting the game as I seemed to be going backwards in my game the last 2 years. I am 61 years old and thought the game was only going to continue getting worse.
I am so glad that I decided to give it one last try by purchasing your package and what a difference it has made to my game and my all around enjoyment playing again. I am driving it as far as I did in my 30′s & 40′s, my iron game is better than it ever has been and putting is better but still needs constant work.
Your Instructional Program is laid out very well and makes practice enjoyable. I am able to pick small areas of the game to work on at my own pace, which works better for me than crowding the whole game into a few local lessons.
I enjoy your weekly mini clinics with tips on different aspects of the game and find them great refreshers and reminders.
Up here in Canada the golf season is almost over but I am already looking forward to getting back out there in the spring.
Keep up the good work and thank you for renewing my interest and enthusiasm for this great game.
Regards,
Dwain
Dwain Stone,
thank you so much for the feedback and kind words Dwain. I truly am sincere when I say that nothing makes me happier than to know I was able to help someone enjoy this great game again and also to the point that you were ready to give up the game. Keep up the great work and enjoy the beautiful winter in Canada. I will be releasing some videos that will deal with off-season stuff so keep watching.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi C.J
I must say your videos are just great with lots of information.
I have tried your drills and it seems to work for me.
Sure not all the time but that’s why I keep practicing.
I jut have a little problem ( I always had it ) and that’s when I finished my setup etc etc and I want to start my backswing I always have the feeling that I get very tense ( my hands, arms, wrists )!!!
Sometimes I don’t know if to start moving the club backwards with first my left hand or right hand or my shoulders or whatsoever.
Do you have any tips what exactly has to be done in order to not have this feeling and take the club smoothly back on the backswing ??
Many thanks in advance C.J !!!!!
Thomas
TC,
Thanks TC for the question. First to solve your problem make sure you are waggling the club at address any time you look at your target. Second I recommend trying a forward press with your hands. Simply before you take the club back push your hands slightly to the target to create a bit of motion and then swing back with your hands first and let the body follow on the backswing. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
Thanks a lot for the tip.
It worked pretty good although I have to do it constantly in order to get the feeling !!!
What I realized is once I press my hands forward I tend to kind of ” over press ” ( I guess ) and the balls go a bit more to the left than wanted !!!
Anyow, that’s why we all keep practicing … smiley !!!
Once again many thanks for all your great tips !!
TC
TC,
Thanks for getting back to me and your welcome. Keep up the good work and keep writing in.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I’m sure some people will think the claims in my post are an exagerrated marketing ploy, but you and I know they are true.
I wrote to you on Monday to say that 13 days after I bought your bundle of DVDs I shot SEVEN under par and could not believe the transformation.
Well, I’d better believe it, because four days later I just shot TEN under par!
The difference your technique has made to my game is just incredible, and beyond even what I hoped for. I have never hit so many fairways and greens in regulation, and I’m just loving the game.
At 55, and having struggled to move off a 22 handicap for years, I can’t wait for my next club competition.
Thanks again for your superb videos!
Steve,
London, UK
steve Syder,
What??????? Ten under par???? Seriously? or is this ten under your handicap? Please let me know. Either way heck I am elated. Best wishes and talk to you soon. That is a great story. Lets go on tour. Remember I get 5% of winnings. Lol Talk to soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
Sorry, I meant to put “net 10 under”!
Your instruction is great but not that great!
Cheers,
Steve
Steve,
Thanks Steve for the correction. i was going to say Wow. Either way great job and keep it up. Talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear CJ,
I am a PGA pro from Australia living in Switzerland & have enjoyed watching some of your video lessons.You are doing a great job with one minor exception,constantly referring to “Amateurs” do this & that mistake..maybe you should add “higher handicap” to your referal to amateurs as there are plently of decent low handicap “amateurs” that would whip more than a few pros that dont make all of these mistakes that you refer to..!
please take this critique in a good spirit that i intend it.
Kind regards,
Andrew Gossage.
Andrew Gossage,
Thanks Andrew for the kind critique. i truly do appreciate that, and you are correct about some low handicap players. I am constantly looking to improve my teaching as well as my delivery so I will take this in the kind spirit. Thanks again for the kind words and best wishes to you. Please keep in touch and best wishes to you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ…I really Love the videos! I have been practicing in my garage and love how it feels! Very Easy on my back, which will help my game a lot! I do have one question, It seems to me that I need to shorten the length of my clubs, even my driver. Is this something that is common or am I doing something wrong? Cant wait to see the rest of the videos!!
Mike
Mike Ski,
thanks Mike for the feeback and the post. You are welcome for the videos and thank you for giving me your thoughts. In regards to club length I have to recommend getting fit from a club fitter. I am not sure what length your clubs are nor do I know your height or swing. These are questions that a good club fitter could answer very quickly. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
C.J,this signiture series is the best gift ive bought myself,your down loads are great but very slow in south africa.in 7 games my handycap was cut by 4 strokes. im concerned for about 10 days ive recieved no down loads pls. keep them coming.you have given me a new enthusiasm for the game.thanks, regards bernard
Bernard Saffy,
thanks Bernard for the great compliment and keep up the great work. the downloads should be coming so if for some reason you don’t get them next week just signup again and you should be fine. Let me know if your getting them and keep me informed on your progress. I am here to help if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I bought it and started using the on-line right away. Wow – with the irons I was hitting them great. I am struggling with the driver as usual — went back and watched the driver series again and will go out and hit a bucket today. When I lower the hip and drag back like you said to do on the driver — I think my head must be too far back…not sure….it could have been my swing plane – I will check the wall behind me today. I was very inconsistent — either hooking or many time hitting a sky ball….also – sometimes I hit the ground too — seem cramped even using your set up – how about the three wood on the set up — I like that club off the tee….I am loving my iron shots….very excited. I want to get the woods dialed in…Thanks Again
Steven,
Thanks for the feedback Steven. Please keep me informed on how your practice session went. I don’t want you to worry about the wall drill with the driver. The driver is longer and therefore it must be swung a bit flatter than the other clubs, but you don’t need to worry about it. The length of the club will do that for you. nail the setup, work on the swing with the irons, and let the swing blend in with the driver. Please give me more info about the misses you are hitting. These seem uncommon for all of them to go together so lets keep talking.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
what does moderation mean ?
Barrie Swan,
Thanks Barrie for the question. Moderation is doing things with less extremes. I am not sure where I used this word so I am not sure the reference you are making. Best wishes and let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Used the Perfect Connection system for the first time today and came away very encouraged. Did not slice my drive and my iron play felt pretty good. Been playing for a couple years and really appreciate your visual of holding a nerf ball inside your forearms, hinging my wrist earlier and my right hand has more of a palm fit on my grip. Overall very pleased and excited about playing again.
Gary,
Thanks for writing in and keeping me informed. i am glad your excited again about golf. Keep up the good work and let me know how it goes. Let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I did not realize I would be getting a monthly charge on my American Express card for the CD’s I purchased. How long does this go on & how do I discontinue?
Reg
Reginald K. Reich,
Thanks for the question Reginald. When you ordered the DVD’s you had to have included the insiders club membership. If you have not viewed the insiders club and everything it has to offer please check it out and let me know your thoughts. Then if you wish to cancel please contact customer support and they will be happy to assist you. Please remember that the blog is not the place to cancel your membership and any post to the blog will not reach customer support. A proper ticket must be filled out to cancel. Please let me know you received this post and let me know how I can help you in the future. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I am receiving your e-mails with video connection however, the sound on all of them keeps stopping and starting. Would this be a fault in the videos themselves, my computer or my new speakers? Your advice would be appreciated.
Ron
Ronald Hardy,
thanks Ronald for the question. The stopping and starting would be primarily due to the download speed that you have. Let it download for a bit then come back and watch it and see if that helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear CJ Please advise the variation in setting up etc between using a driver v a 3 wood off the tee.My driving inconsistency is costing me up to 6 shots per round wheras I have no problems in hitting my 3 wood from the fairway
Tony Brass,
Thanks Tony for the question. The driver should be set up with 60% of your weight on your right side. The 3 wood of the tee should be similar since its on a tee. Treat them the same and let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I fell like I should be wearing as mask as I feel that I’ve just robbed you. I just purchased the perfect swing course for the incredible knocked down price and the amount of information/lessons/coaching is just insane.
I’ve just started watching and already my mind has shifted gear and I just just know with the same certainty that gravity works, that this is going to revolutionise my game.
Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos and I’ll do my bit to spread the good word. Thanks again.
Howard Hughes,
Your welcome Howard. Keep me informed on your progress and let me know how it goes. If you have any questions I am here to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Good Day, Guys,
I recently received your ten video link emails, which seem as though they may be very helpful. However, I live out “in the sticks” and only have about 350kb of broadband as we live so far from the nearest telephone exchange. Trying to watch a 4 or 5 minute video takes about 10 to 12 minutes and is so frustrating that any benefit is lost through total angst at the fractured delivery on the screen. Is there any way that this problem can be overcome?
Regards, John Stafford
John Stafford,
Thanks John for the question. Simply download the video, walk away for ten minutes or so and then come back and then play it. Should be able to watch it without the stops then. Sorry, but this is probably the best we can do with a slow internet connection.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
One issue that I have had with PCGS is this. With my shorter clubs, 7-9 and wedges, PCGS works well for me utilizing the wall concept with takeaway and follow through. However, I find with longer clubs that the wall means my angle is too steep on the downswing and therefore ball striking is inconsistent.
Is this a matter of ball position, or perhaps distance from the ball perhaps something else I’ve overlooked.
Thanks,
SCOTT
Scott Williams,
Thanks Scott for the question. tell me what shots your hitting and I will be glad to help. The driver will be swung flatter, but thats due to length of club, but if your working up the wall with your irons than this is the start. Is it possible you have overcooked the feeling? Possibly, but lets talk.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Are there any golf school, or training locations that teach the perect connection golf swing?
Hi Mathew,
I have limited spots available for the fall, can you call me!
Thanks!
Damon Harkey
CJ’s Assistant and PCGS Swing Consultant
Toll Free 888-372-3020
UK Toll Free 0-808-189-1460
Australia 61-291912607
Hi CJ,
I bought the 360 degree Golf System and would like to get the 20 min personal training with you, could you tell me when and how we can arrange it.
Thanks,
Pini
Hi Pini,
Call me or email me to schedule.
damon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com
Thanks!
Damon Harkey
CJ’s Assistant and PCGS Swing Consultant
Toll Free 888-372-3020
UK Toll Free 0-808-189-1460
Australia 61-291912607
CJ, I’m still working on the L to L drill, and have had some success(about 65% of my irons are straight..the rest are either topped or I hit it off the toe). My biggest problem outside of my driver, is my fairway woods. I can get good contact and distance maybe once in 20-30 shots. Whenever I do take them out, it’s either a topped shot or I drop kick it. To top it all off, I’ve only ever hit them straight twice(mostly sliced). Any ideas? I’m now hitting my driver straight 4-5 times a round(18 hole), and from there usually a push fade.
Michael King,
Thanks Michael for your question. You need to keep working on the L to L drill. Your reason is two fold. one the club is coming a bit from inside and second you are still chicken winging the shot. Focus on the straight arms on the finish and this will help and second make sure the club is going up the wall in the backswing.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Can you please send me details of the Pergect Connection Golf Swing. I live in Ireland. Can you post the Dvd’s to Ireland?
Martin Duffy,
Thanks Martin for the question. What details are you looking for on the PCGS? We can send the dvd’s to ireland. Let me know and I will be glad to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I am still waiting for copies of my DVD to be delivered but had gone ahead to download the chipping section as I am suffering in this area. I tried out your tips at home and went out to play at home, and it greatly improve my chipping consistancy. I have a questions.
In your chipping you discuss about alignment of feet and hip. What about shoulder? I align it to the target line. Is this correct and if it is the same for green side bunker shots?
Eric Tan,
Thanks Eric for the question. Your shoulders should be slightly open as well. remember that when you hold the club in front of you at chest height you can bring the club down to the ground and then shift your upper body left while slightly opening your shoulders. Green side bunkers should also be aligned with your body ie hips and feet. Hope this helps and congrats on the recent success. Please keep me informed on how your doing and please don’t hesitate to ask any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ: I seem to position the golf club around my body on the backswing. How can i get the club in front of me verses around me? Thanks for any info and/or drills.
Charlie,
Thanks Charlie for the question. Do you have any ideas why the club is going around you? Obviously the wall drill is great. Another drill is to loop your left hand behind the tricep of your right arm and feel as though your squeezing your elbows together at the top. In my signature series I show you this drill. The key is to figure out why your swinging flat. Are you turning your hips too quickly in the backswing? Are you rolling the club away? These are the keys. Let me know and lets talk about this and get you fixed.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I have left 3 messages to call. Cant play downloads with link i clicked on.
Do i get dvds with order. otherwise i wont be concerned.
David Nottinham.
Thanks David for the question. We have been swamped lately. Poor Damon is putting in 12 hour days and is overwhelmed. We are currently looking for someone to help him as we speak. When you place your order you can choose between downloads and/or DVD’s. Let me know your thoughts on the DVD’s.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, finding your instructions very helpful in regaining distance and accuracy. Thanks. Just watched your video on increasing swing width, but to do that, I’m finding it challenging to keep the right arm pit closed. It’s as if I need to revert to the traditional full back swing versus the three-quarter swing. Help?
Ko Igarashi,
Thanks for the question. I want you to have the feeling of width, but do not let your arms fly. The drill I use of the towel under the armpits is for people that have no connection and really need to feel what it feels like to have connection. In no way do you have to have your arms glued to your rib cage though. Does this answer your question?
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I recently purchased the Bundle Package. It appears this is the right approach for me with the history of my back problems. I plan to work with the video for awhile. I know however that somewhere down the line I will need some “hands on” instruction. Does CJ give private lessons? If not, are there others in the program that do?
Thanks
Jack,
Thanks Jack for the support of PCGS. Please let me know how it goes for you. As for instruction I do run golf schools around the country and can do private instruction as well. Please contact Damon and he will be glad to inform you of the locations.
Damon Harkey
CJ’s Assistant and PCGS Swing Consultant
Toll Free 888-372-3020
UK Toll Free 0-808-189-1460
Australia 61-291912607
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, the swing is great for my irons and short game but I CAN’T seem to quit slicing the ball with my driver! I’m almost to the point where I would rather use a 3 wood off the tee. It feels like I’m doing everything right but the only thing right after swinging with my driver is the ball. People always say to rotate my wrist more but it feels like I will break them if I rotate them any harder. Any suggestions?
Matt,
Thanks for the question. Have you worked on the L to L drill? Have you purchased a swingyde? These two drills will have you fixed for about 30 dollars. Let me know and you will be hitting them longer and straighter than ever before.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Can I really pay by PayPal? I almost ordered your DVDs but do not want to give you my credit card number… I had a nasty experience once.
Christer Ohlin,
Thanks Christer. You are able to pay by paypal. Please let me know your thoughts on the DVD’s and let me know if you have any questions.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi, cj
I have 2 questions. 1 I ordered your signature series on 28 aug and was wondering how long
Should I expect them to reach me in northern Ireland? Cos I really need your help!
2 when I take practice swings with both long irons and woods I just bruise the ground,
But put a ball in front of me and I’ll take a divot that you could plant potatoes in. Any ideas???
Thanks and keep them coming
Damien
Damien,
Thanks for the question Damien. Please don’t give up hope as this happens with every golfer. You need to make lots of practice swings and over emphasize the area that you are doing wrong with the correct drill. Work hard on the L to L drill and don’t let that chicken wing happen and you will find this will help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear CJ: I recently purchsed your “Signature Series DVD” and find that your swing concept is definitely “easier” on my body (spinal fusion L4 to S1). However; I have a question regarding a consistent problem I am experiencing. Specifically; I am consistently “pulling” my driver and long irons and hybrids (RH golfer). I’m not sure if it is a result of the more vertical swing plane (previous ball flight was either straight or a slight draw). Any information is greatly appreciated. Thanks and I look forward to your response. Martin
Great videos CJ! Great quality and really informative. I find I am making better and more consistent contact since starting ‘Perfect Swing’ drills.
I have a couple of issues I need to work out though and hope you can advise. My old swing had a beautiful draw and I seem to lose it while learning the ‘Perfect Swing’. Also, I really need some ‘Perfect Swing’ Driver tips.
Keep up the good work.
Rick,
thanks Rick for the question. We would need to look at your swing plane to determine exactly why your not drawing the ball. Before did you also hit pushes? For the driver you need to make sure 60% of your weight is on your right side and your spine is tilted to the right. Does this make sense? Let me know.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi,
I am not as tall as CJ. His swing looks so easy. How do we compensate for height?
Adrian Kriel,
Thanks Adrian for the compliments of my swing. It must be the great looks that makes me looks so tall jk. I am 5’10″ so I am not super tall. I wish I was about 6’4″ then I would look skinnier. Anyways the height doesn’t matter. I use the shoulder plane so it depends on your shoulders not mine or anyone else’s. Hope this answers your question.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
hey cj the perfect connection golf swing is working fine it is just that now i am a lower handicap i need to drop more shots. so when i am in the trees i costs to chip out.
so do you have any tips on how to shape the ball?
thanks griff
Griff,
Thanks Griff for the question. you need to get in the trees and practice these shots before using them in a competitive round, but you will need to aim the clubface where you want the ball to finish and aim your body where you want the ball to start. Once you get your setup correct for the desired shape and shot you swing along your body line. As far as height is concerned in a shot the ball position and weight distribution will control the height. Let me know if this makes sense to you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
This is Thomas again.
Thanks for your answer as to the hip and shoulder connection. You have explained this very clearly. I want to learn this important movement in order to gain some distance. Can you offer me a drill to learn this movement especially the feeling of the ” the hips stall and energy is transfered to the shoulders”.
Regards,
Thomas
Thomas,
Thanks Thomas. The hips stall naturally. Don’t worry about it. this is a sequence issue. If this is not happening then we need to adjust your sequence in the golf swing. Your other question addressed the proper transition and thats what you need to work on for the hip stall.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
Let me say I love this product, but my troubles continue to mount up. I can perform and improve using your techniques at the range but I cant apply it on the course. At the range I can hit the driver but at the course, I cant hit it 150 yards and it never leaves the ground. I continue to pop up and either i will hit the ball thin or the sky ball. My golf buddy recommended that i get a tour striker. He claims it has helped him to stay down. I must say his game has improved. But what works for him may not work for me. Besides that I dont want to waste money. Right about now I am ready to quit. Its fustrating and embarrassing when my buddies or even newbies to the game are playing better golf than me. My game was once descent and promising. Please help whats my problem.
James
Hi CJ,
Just purchased your putting video’s and I did not get a chance to try the drills yet but just the tip on gripping the putter helped me tremendously. I keep you posted as time goes on. Only 3 putted two greens today. To me that is improvement. Thanks
Lou Kasitz,
Thanks Lou for the post today. keep me informed on your progress and let me know your thoughts on the putting DVD. Talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I am a below amputee on my right leg. I have been golfing for 10 years now that my friends talk me in to taking up the game. My handicap is 33 and would like to be in the 20s. Can you help?
Bill Jones,
Thanks Bill for the question. Please give me the opportunity to help. Have you seen my short game DVD? In my DVD I describe a technique drill where the student has to pick up their right foot and hit shots with all their weight on the left side. This is a fundamental key to having a great short game. You have the opportunity to have a great short game and this is what would be our first goal. Second in my signature series I describe how 87% of a golfers power comes from his arms and wrists. You may miss the 13%, but you have the opportunity to have sufficient distance to play this game. Lets keep talking and lets get you better. Talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, Really enjoy your method and your periodic video “tips”. Maybe I missed it but I’d love to see your techniques for OTHER-THAN-LEVEL LIES. My course has many of them. Our driving range is, like most of them, perfectly flat. I particularly struggle with severe uphill mid-iron shots and the long,(fairway wood over-water) downhill shot. Thanks again, Jerry
Jerry Harrop,
Thank you Jerry for the question. I have a DVD on course management and other DVD’s that cover these shots. If you do not have them and are still looking for help please write back on these particular shots you have and I will gladly answer your question. If you need assistance in which products please contact Damon at damon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and he can help you with the product as well as asking on the blog. I want you to get better…That is my main focus. If you get better than were both happy. I cannot tell you how serious and sincere I am in trying to make each person better. From the bottom of my hear I will work my butt off to help you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear CJ,
My probleme is that I always have to type my balls by above.
I understood well your swnig connection but when I type my balls in the practice, my defaults returns.
Which is the exercise has to make for me entrainer type by bottom.
Excuse my English I am French.
Thank you still
Hi C J,
I notice that you haved answered each every Question of us, you are great! Thanks!
There are TWO major Connections in the golf swing: Arms connected to the chest and Shoulds connected to the hips. It is pritty easy to perform the first but not so easy to connect the shoulds to the hips.
Could you explain how to do it , and also tell me the function of the hips that they act to support the fast turning of the shoulders OR they are the engine to uncoil the shoulders during the downswing.
Thanks!
Thomas
Thomas,
Thanks thomas for the question and the post. I do try to answer every single question. When you say shoulders connected to hips I am a bit confused, however to answer what i think your trying to say the swing works from the ground up. You will want your hips to start uncoiling while the shoulders stay closed for a bit. this creates a stretch in the muscles that creates power. then (hopefully without you thinking about it) the hips stall and the energy is transferred to the shoulders, arms, and club. Does this make sense? Let me know and lets keep talking.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi Cj!
Quick question about my driver. When hitting with my driver I’ll hit it with a moderate to big slice 90% of the time? But hitting a 3 wood, i’ll crush it down the middle to about 250m with a little draw and irons are the same. How do I stop the slice with my driver?
Thanks mate,
Nick.
Nick,
Thanks for the question Nick, Make sure you tilt to the right with the driver and set up with 60% of your weight on your right side. this will help straighten out your shots.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Nick George,
Thanks Nick. Are you setting up with a tilt to the right and 60% of your weight on your right side with the driver? This will help and will cure the slice. You are playing your driver like an iron and the setup is different.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello CJ;
I think your videos are great and I have been hitting the ball more crisp and longer. I would like to know do you play the ball at the same spot all the time? I have been playing mine just inside the left foot. Am I correct or do I need to move it back futher. Thanks
Lou
Lou Kasitz,
Thanks Lou for the question. The ball should be in the middle of the stance with shorter clubs and then move the ball slightly forward for longer clubs until the driver gets inside the left heel. play with this a bit. The total distance for ball moving is about 3-4 inches so its not much. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks for the reply CJ, I will try it out and see what happens.
Lou Kasitz,
Thanks Lou and please keep me informed on your progress.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ;
I tried what you said and shot the lowest round of the year for me 80. That is good for me considering I was up in the 90′s at the beginning of the year. Thanks
CJ, I have the Signature Series and have been watching the videos very closely. I am encouraged by your approach to teaching. I have returned to golf after a couple years of not playing, and I used a more traditional swing. Now I am having trouble once I get to the top of the backswing. How should I begin the downswing or forward swing? Do I trigger and turn my hips first and let the arms and hands follow? Do I start with my arms and hands first? I ask this because often, after hitting a nice drive or second shot on a par 5, I then back out on my second or third shot and hit the ball really fat. That wastes the good drive or good drive and good second shot. So, what can I do to start the downswing the right way? Bill in Cali, Colombia
Bill Warner,
Thanks for your support of PCGS. I want to answer your question, but need some info as to help you out. You stated you hit the ball fat. Is this because your reverse tilting and not finishing on your forward foot. Do you hit slices, pulls or pushes and hooks. Give me this info and I can help you with what you need to do. Talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, usually when I hit it fat, it’s due to a reverse pivot. Sometimes I hit pulls, occasionally pushes, but almost never hooks with my irons (with the driver on occasion, but my drives are usually straight). On my home course, after a poor shot when playing a practice round , I sometimes drop a second ball and hit the same shot perfectly. I almost never hit slices.
Bill Warner
Bill Warner,
thanks bill. You answered your question on what to do. Stop the reverse pivot. every shot you describe is caused by this. Work on my sun drill and you will fix this easily.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I also want to know your comment s to how to start the Downswing as requsted by Mr. Bill Warner of Aug 17:
1: Start from the bottom first by turning the legs then the hips second, then the arms will be dragged down freely without applying any force;
2: Make the above movements of the legs, hips and arms simaltanioursly ( I notice that you are using this movement for the downswing by watching your Videos) :
3 Force the arms to drop first and followed with the turning of the hips to support the fast forward movement of the arms and club.
Regards,
Thomas
Thomas,
Thanks for the question. I am a bit confused on what your asking. If any reader can help Thomas then please do so. I think your bullets are correct so let me know what the question is. Talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Where I play, if the ball goes into the rough and you find it, it’s a small miracle and if you can get the ball out in less than 2 shots, it’s an even greater miracle.
Derek Smith,
Thanks Derek for the comment. Our rough gets like that here also from August on. The superintendent lets the rough grow longer (4 inches) so when the grass goes dormant it helps prevent weeds until spring. Anyways, you need to take your medicine and hit a lofted club, nothing longer than a 7 iron and get the ball back in play. If it is really bad a pitching wedge might be the choice. This is the only way you can do it unless you have tons of clubhead speed and a lot of strength.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello CJ,
I’m from France. First of all, congratulations, for your vidéos, very simmple to understand and pick up.
i’ve subscribed to your 10-day mini-clinic videos. Today is day #3, and i have 2 questions.
Regarding the set-up (day #2) : you say you have to lower your right hip (i’m right handed).
What i’ve noticed is that lowering my right hip automatically opens up my hip and shoulder alignement to the left of my target. Is that normal ? Or will it cause me to send the ball in a straight line but to the left of my target ?
Also, do you have any videos regarding woods and drivers ? Basically i left my woods in my bag since i’ve started golf 4 years ago. I’m getting better with my 3 woods today and i’ve started using it more and more and the course about 3 months ago after a few golf lessons. I hit it straighter, higher and longer (about 240-250 yards of carry), but I still lack consistency and hook demons hit me every 3 or 4 shots. And my driver is still not my best friend to this day, I’ve used it maybe 10 times overall. The main reason i don’t use my driver is i feel like the shaft is really really soft, I can feel it in my hands, hence i don’t have confidence in this club. I can’t seem to hit straight balls with my driver. Any tips ?
Good morning, Australia uses the PAL DVD system. Does your DVD set operate on this system? Also, could you estimate the approximate delivery time to Australia.
Regards Keith
Keith,
Thanks Keith for the question. My DVD’s will work in Australia. Please contact customer support and they can tell you exactly the length of time to ship to australia. Please keep me informed on your progress.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ. In the UK we get a lot of instances where we are pitching onto the green from compacted mud, usually over a bunker.
What is the best club to use as I either end up in the bunker or thin it over the green.
Best wishes
Derek,
Thanks Derek for the question. In this situation you need to take what the golf course gives you. In other words don’t try to get too cute with the shot. Play a sandwedge or lob wedge and put the ball back in your stance and hit this like a knockdown shot (aggressive down strike). This will cause the ball to fly low and run a bit by the hole, but at least try to give yourself a chance at making a 10 footer vs trying to get up and down for a bogey. Hope this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello C J:
Thanks for the video’s I study them, go hit and when I do something wrong I seem to know what it was. I’ve tried to develop and ball striking routine that I observed when watching a new young pro that made sense. His practice swings would begin with short swinds through the point where he wants to strike to ball. I suspect it gives him the distance the ball is from him during the swing but reminds him of where his club head is during his full swing. To say the least his striking is straight and down the center. I have a question? I’ve been using the overlapping grip but experimenting I discovered the centering of the hands for neutrality 2 knuckles and 2 on the right worked better for me with my huge hands with the interlocking grip. I also discovered that my wrist’s are more flexible with the interlocking than the Vardon? Can you give me other ball striking drills for irons then driver, woods (more like hybrid drivers), hybrids (same as irons?). I wish I lived closer so I could at least attend a two day or something. But Im in Wisconsin, but I’m coming along nicely. The first few balls are straight solid, then for some reason though the grip remains the same I start catching the mat just before the ball or the grass just before the ball. I think when I swing I naturally swing hard. I’ve tried to swing easy but my natural tempo of back slow release and the club seems to fire. I try to maintain lag as long as possible depending on Driver vs Wood vs Hybrid vs Iron. Thanks for any suggestions, I’m studying my videos. Thanks again for the bundle and reconnection.
CA williams Jr,
Thanks for the question CA. In regards to your grip that is fine with you using an interlocking grip. As far as ball striking drills I am unsure what your asking. You say you are hitting the ball fat. Is that true? Also what is the direction of your misses. this will help me with prescribing some drills for you to work on. Talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I’m a 21 year-old converted baseball player and I’m struggling to transition my swing to golf. I’m hitting about 250 yds, but it’s all upper-body. When working with someone I’ve been told that my hips are much too quick, so I’ve almost forced myself to not use any of my lower half just so I can hit the ball straight. There’s no follow through and I’m flat-footed when I finish my swing instead of back toes on the ground. I can send you a video of my swing if that could help. I’m DESPERATE!
Ted,
It sounds like you know what the problem is. Focus on letting your right knee kiss or touch your left knee on the way through so you can finish in a balanced position. Let me know if this helps and we will get you fixed.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
Your “Touching the Knees” is a very good drill: by doing this I can start my downswing from ground up, I can transfer my weight to the front side properly and I can turn my body faster.
However, I can not touch my knees when I stand wider when hitting the driver. Should I stand closer instead?
Regards,
Thomass
Thomas,
Thanks for the question. Lets start with asking your friends if they think your stance is too wide with the driver. If they say maybe then narrow it up a bit, but I understand your dilemma. Do the best you can and if your driver swing does not have your knees kissing, but you are finishing with your weight all on your left side then don’t worry about it. Best wishes.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
hi my name is robert an i am left handed an my drive allways go right t.how can i stop that an keep it stright
Robert Powell,
If you are pulling the ball then robert the club is coming too much from over the top. Try to keep your left shoulder back longer on the downswing and that will help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I have a question, when we take a divot ,at post impact, at which degree or point is our arms wrist suppose to be at full extension. At full extension is our wrist or arms completely extend or should the right wrist still retain angle similar in our address.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Regards
Martin
hi cj i have a small problem
when i am hitting balls at the driving range i can hit 8 out of 10 really nice but when i get on the course i have a tendensy to topping the balls ??how can i do this better
my driver has been put away for now and will stay with my irons and a 3 wood
frank
Hi C J, I’m having trouble with my fairway woods. I’m hitting a low draw maybe not even 10 feet off the ground. Any suggestions?
Tom Heck,
Thanks Tom for the question. Make sure your setup with the fairway woods entails your right hip lower and about 55% of your weight on your right foot. It sounds like you are too on top of the ball and playing your fairway woods like an iron shot. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Thanks C J, I was hitting my fairway woods alot better today even with more distance. Now if I could hit a fade on demand.
Hello CJ,
How are you? Luke here currently in Japan. i tried to email you directly but was unable to for some reason. would it be possible to send some sort of video of my swing to you directly for analysis? i bought your package about a month ago but things are not improving for me, in fact , quite the opposite. I’m a tall guy 6’5″ tall, basketball build, long arms. i have lengthened irons and a 46″ driver – is that long enough? i tend to push everything right, my irons used to be reliable but now very inconsistent, and my driver is a joke; same problem- slice, either a straightforward slice to the right,or a looping left to right ball flight. i never hit the sweet spot on my driver, i hear others get that great sound from their hits but i never get it; very frustrating. i started playing golf last season and was much more consistent with my irons than now, driver was bad but i could rely on my irons and have a good day out on the course. i was out today and wonder if i should be doing other things with my time, very frustrating.
i practice the drills in your video series daily, but im obviously not making any progress . my grip could be a problem, i use the baseball grip and have adjusted it via the grip video but not sure. i really focus on the L to L,the ball drill, the towel drill, and the balance drills ,but still slicing. for some reason my club face opens up.
I realize it may be difficult to effectively advise me via this blog, but it is worth a shot to ask about sending you a video.
cheers,
Luke
Hi Luke,
CJ does have an swing analysis/online coaching program. I have emailed you details!
Thanks!
Damon Harkey
CJ’s Assistant and PCGS Swing Consultant
Toll Free 888-372-3020
UK Toll Free 0-808-189-1460
Australia 61-291912607
Hi what’s your view on same length golf clubs such as 1iron Golf?
Cj,
although im driving long and,straight I had my worst,round ever of 103. I left a lot of putts short and a lot of wedge shots short, for example I hit a 3 wood 275 today and then hit 3 wedges to get to the green. I’m hitting all irons short and have no confidence in anything but long tee shots. Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks
I recently asked you how to fix a hook in my drives and you mentioned grip which was exactly right and am now back to hitting it 300+. In fact today I drove a green that was 320! Unfortunately I 4 putted from there! I did that twice
Brandon
Brandon Fuller,
Thanks for the question Brandon and I am glad I was able to help with eliminating the hook. First you say you are leaving wedges short? What else is going on? Are they high right or where do your iron misses go. Let me know and I will be happy to help you.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Cj,
I’ve viewed your chipping and pitching videos and feel like I have a pretty good understanding of what you are saying in ball position etc but when I get on a course my sand wedge which used to go approx 105-110 every time now didn’t go further than maybe 40 yards. Sometimes I take huge divots(accidental) sometimes I don’t. But even if I don’t the ball seems to not go anywhere but up but they do go in the intended direction. And every once in a while I will blade it and hit it past the green. I also do this with all my irons now though, and even occasiinally slice a ball with say my 7 iron which I didn’t know was possible. Im looking into getting my clubs extended because im 6′ 4 and use standard clubs. I know this will help with consistency but at least I used to be able to hit the majority of my shots solid.
Thanks for the help!
Brandon
Brandon,
Thanks for the question Brandon. I am confused on how the short game video will dictate what you do with your full swings. Are you taking a narrow stance? Where are you placing the ball? I am confused. Where are you placing your weight? Please keep me informed and lets talk.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Cj,
See thats the thing I have improved so much chipping and pitching, but my full swing (only with irons) needs improvement. I know it is supposed to be the same swing from driver to irons but I have trouble with them. Depending on what kind of shot I want to hit dictates where ball goes. I have cut down on my swing and will take an extra club because I know that helps with control. Still I have way more miss hits through out a round than I do solid hits, most of them being fat. My weight is approx 50-50 I would say and stance is about shoulder width maybe a little wider.
Thank you for your time and help
Brandon
Brandon Fuller,
I would recommend the table top drill. It seems as if your weight shift if off. Make sure you shift your weight to the right on the backswing and then kiss your right knee to the left knee on the way through. let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, Your swing theories seem to fit what I have been lacking. Two questions. A recent instructor wanted me to turn my hips (after weight shift) ahead of my shoulders throughout the swing to the finish. Is that correct? It “feels better” just to post up on the front leg and swing around it. Also, in your videos you swing your left arm about as high as your right shoulder. I can only get my left arm to parallel to the ground due to being inflexible. My 150 yard club is an easy 7 iron. Is this ok and can I still benefit from the driver video?
Marcus Miller,
Thanks for the question Marcus. First let’s discuss what your instructor told you. I cannot really answer that without seeing your swing. What he is telling you is personalized for your swing, now I am not saying he is correct, but I am not saying he is wrong. Sorry to be so vague on that area. Please give me some more info as to what your misses are and I will try to answer your question. In regards to swinging the left arm back farther don’t worry if you can’t. Trying to force or turn more than your able will only cause injuries. The left arm parallel to the ground and the club forming the letter L is a key area of focus in the PCGS so if you can do that then your perfect. The driver video will help you with your driver and will teach you things about breathing, curving the ball, go to shots etc. I know you will enjoy it. Please keep me informed on your progress.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I have two questions, did you ever come out with a left handed version of the program, I have the right handed version but it’s like always looking in the mirror. Also do you have any golf schools going on around the country, I live in the NW. Thanks Gary
Gary Bays,
Thanks Gary for your question. Yes there is a left handed version of the signature series. Please contact damon at 530-354-4755 and he will help you out. Also while you have him on the phone talk to him about an upcoming golf school were doing in August in New York. We just finalized the dates and he will give you the info. Hope to see you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hey CJ please post a picture of your dog.Bogey, so we all see him. We could start the PCGS K9 Fan Club. LOve the note from THe Dog Portrait Painter. Best Wishes.. Adrienne
Hi CJ,
I am realy finding the rebuild of my swing beneficial to my back. I do however have one major problem I hope you can help with?
My home course is a links type and I end up with a number of lies with the ball well below my feet. This seems to be causing me to come in to steep behind the ball manifesting in large divot with the ball going high and very right more often than not. When the ball is above my feet I have no such problem. It does not seem affected by the club I use either it applies equally to a hybrid or a wedge? Any advice gratefully received.
Richard
Richard Springford,
Thanks Richard for the question. This is not a swing issue as it is learning to play the game. The ball will generally follow the slope. When the ball is below your feet it will go to the right and your swing will get a bit steeper…this is normal and is effected by your spine angle. Take an extra club and make a shorter swing. I usually recommend a punch shot as the softer swing will put less sidespin on the ball. You still need to allow for the curvature to the right, but the extra length will help and will add a bit of control. Keep me informed on your progress.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ
I am loving the vids, best golf money i ever spent.I need some clarification on the takeaway, in the vids and in the fault and fixes vids you talk about a rocking of the shoulders to take the club away with the right shoulder going up, i find by doing this i tend to take the club back outside the line . If i practice with a towel and the club in the belly button it goes back in an arc and i tend to get amuch better downswing, is this correct as i am short 5ft 6in and stand a little further from the ball,I really believe your mehtod is going to drastically cut my scores.
All the best
Ken
Ken,
Thanks for the question Ken. Remember that the rocking of the shoulders should be used by those people that excessively take the club to the inside. I like the towel under the armpits as this is one of the drills I recommend in my signature series. As with any information if you take it out of context it may not be useful. Again the faults and fixes video is again just that…Faults then a fix. Find the fault that is common in your swing and then apply the appropriate fix. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hello CJ. My name is Bill and am now 55, 56 in a couple of months. I am playing golf again after 20 years. I used to play high school and college varsity golf and loved competition. I love golf in general. I was lucky to grow up with club pros and very skilled amatures I could play with all the time. Lots of fun money games and tournaments. Shooting par to 2 over I considered a good day, anything higher was not. NOW is a different story! 30 year as a Boilermaker and Conductor for the railroad has taken its toll on my elbows, knees, back and neck. I’ve had 7 surgeries in the last 6 years and after my last L3 fusion surgery I became disabled/retired. Kids are raised, bills are paid, and I need to play golf again. Only problem is my old swing is not at all consistent and it is messing with my mind. I believe my fundamentals are solid like grip, stance, ball position and rhythm and timing. Also when I hit it well the ball feels and the shots look great. Same ball flight and workability just maybe not as long, which is ok. Problem is my back doesn’t seem to react the same way to my swing as before, not the same way 3 times in a row. For lack of a better term, there is a hiccup or catch in my swing. A couple swings can feel fine but then it feels like something catches in my backswing OR in my downswing. Then OB or thick rough (which is murder now) fat or thin shots that lead to overcompensating or exaggerating moves. I don’t think I can eliminate the hiccup so I may very well have to change my swing. Some people have told me my swing looks good but I know I will not be able to compete or even want to bet my own money on this swing like years gone by. Sorry to drag this out but I am venting and frustrated. Kind of grasping at straws and unsure which way to jump. Any guidance is appreciated CJ. Thanks, Bill
William Beriou,
Thanks William for the info. I would love the opportunity to help you. Please give me the opportunity. Have you seen my signature series. If you give me the chance I know I can help you. I am here to answer any questions. Talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ ,I bought your perfect connection Golf swing, I really am not worried about distance I just want to hit it straight and to my target on a consistent bases
Stephen A Boardman,
Thank you Stephen for your blog post. The PCGS Swing will give you the accuracy that you want. I am sorry that it may give you more distance, but again the accuracy and consistency you want will also accompany the swing. Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions and I will be happy to answer them.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, are you still offering your 360* program to us poor golfer in Australia?
And can you please send me a jpg of your dog Bogey, I do pet portraits and would love to do one for you for free. Thanks.
Hi Bill,
I will get you a picture of Bogey from CJ for sure. And I am going to send you a specail link for the 360 for guys like you!!! Thanks so much and call me if you like Bill.
Thanks!
Damon Harkey
CJ’s Assistant and PCGS Swing Consultant
Toll Free 888-372-3020
UK Toll Free 0-808-189-1460
Australia 61-291912607
Richard Springford,
Thanks for the question. I am here to help, although I do not handle this like Damon does. I just wanted to make sure you got a response quickly. First the dvd’s will work in the UK. Just let us know and we will send the correct ones. When you say content differences between the two, I am confused as to which two products you are referring to. Please write back and I will try to help you out or even better contact Damon at damon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com or call him at 530-570-6044.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ.
Many thanks for response, I will be ordering the course, that was really the nub of my first question in that during the videos you sent me, included were details of one package of DVDs followed later by a second with diferrent contents, this left a doubt in my my mind as to which one would be most beneficial?
Does the slightly more expensive one include all your tuitions. I have started to suffer lower back pain issues and am keen to develop a swing which will take the pressure off this area?
Regards from UK.
Richard
Hi Richard,
The signature series is the foundation of the material. You can start with that or start with a more complete library to draw from. We really have a lot of options. And let’s get started before the back is “out”!
CJ, I have a tendency of hitting the ball close to hosel and therefore shank several balls during my round. This happens mostly with my irons only, and I don’t have that problem with my driver or fairway woods. What am I doing wrong and what can I do to correct this problem. I have been doing this for months. Thanks Dave
Dave,
thanks for the question Dave. You have given me a good idea for some videos. There really are six reasons for the shank and I will do some videos to help you out. First the check your distance away from the ball and this should help. Let me know and lets talk and I will help you. First, what are your tendencies if not a shank? Where do your misses go etc?
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
It’s amazing. So simple, so easy and no hurts at all. It’s more like doing nothing. Thank you for teaching me this
AJ
Hello CJ
I have just purchased your program of videos. Although I have purchasedvery recently I have not been able to watch much yet, but even at this early stage i would like to ask you a question.
I am 70 years of age h’cap now 16(have been as low as 8)I find that my biggest problem at the moment is; on completion of my backswing I then lunge at the ball by seeming to throw myself at lightning speed at the ball. ” Swing slower than you think you can ” is really important to me, but I am struggling to apply it. Your advice would be much appreciated, and where would you advise me to start in your program.Is there some mantra I might drill into myself to slow me down.I need to restore some semblance of calm before working on anything else.
Thanks for your indulgence.
Blue Skies
Peter
Hi CJ,
8 weeks ago I couldn’t hit with a wood, I carried them around in my bag just so it didn’t look so empty! Over here in NZ it is winter and we are wet- very wet. Playing all irons at any time can be hard, but in the winter it’s really hard work! I came accross your site, ordered the 10 free videos and was so impressed ordered the Signature series in which you included the Bundle series. I’m now playing all my woods, I even went and bought a driver- the first time in my 7 years of playing that I ever hit one. My first day with it I was out driving 3 men on that I was playing with on some of the holes!! My handicap is heading downwards and in the last three weeks I’ve finished first, twice, and second once on our ladies day. Lots of people are asking me what I’m doing so I’ve told them, so expect a flurry of interest from NZ…..
My question is when I go half way back and tilt my wrists I pause and then move my shoulders back, another pause at the top, then come on through. I can’t seem to go back in one fluid movement. It works for me, but any suggestions?
Thanks again for making golf once more enjoyable- even in the middle of winter! PS My short game is SO much more accurate and I’ve just ordered the Putting series, can’t wait for them to arrive.
Hi Sue,
I emailed you!
Hi CJ, Im from UK, I got your 10 free golf lessons sent to me last week. Ive been playing golf for 20 yrs playing off 14. However just after practising one week with your system , I went to the course and played with some pals. I could not believe the difference just those videos have made to my game and neither could my pals. I will be ordering the DVD set, and thanks so much for your help, truly amazing stuff. Peter
Peter stevenson,
Thanks Peter for the kind words and the opportunity to help you. Please keep me informed on your progress and let me know if you have any questions. I know I can help you and if you struggle lets talk. I will do everything in my power to help you. Also please do me a favor. I am looking forward to putting together a golf school in Europe somewhere and have no clue as to where to go. Could you please make a few suggestions. Thanks and look forward to talking to you in the future.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
How do I go about getting a dvd on Perfect Connection/Putting?
Bob Mindeman,
Thanks Bob for the question about getting my putting DVD. This DVD is one of my favorites. Please contact Damon at damon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com and he will be able to help you. Let me know your thoughts.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Can you give me some drills to cure the chicken wing?
Joe Thompson,
thanks Joe for the question. First and foremost to cure the chicken wing I want you to practice the L to L drill. Second while holding the club in your left hand I want your right hand to grab and hold your left elbow. now swing back and through, but focus on keeping your left elbow glued to your rib cage. this will provide the proper feeling to release the club properly. Finally, hit some balls softly with a glove under your left armpit and do not let the glove drop. Doing this slowly at first will help ingrain the feeling you want in your swing.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ, I recently bought the perfect swing membership and I’m very excited. One question though: can you please explain the pres/cons/differences from Jim HArdy’s one plane swing. It will really help me. Thanks!!
Sam,
thanks for your support of PCGS. Jim Hardy in his one plane swing discusses many differences. first the setup is different. He also states that if you are athletic that the one plane swing might be for you, although I think he uses reverse psychology here. Ultimately it is a much flatter swing, although the big difference in explanation is how the right arm works. With the PCGS the right arm will rotate and fold while Hardys will work behind you. the idea is starting a lawn mower with the right hand (one plane swing) versus shaking hands with someone to your right (PCGS). I hope this is a good start to discussing this question further. Please let me know if this makes sense so far.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ, I have the tendency when I take the club back to get too far to the inside and from there I run into all sorts of problems. I’m aware what I am doing wrong but have difficulty correcting it while on the course. Would it be correct to initiate the swing with the arms rather than the body as long as I keep the connection with my upper body? If not what fixes could I use to help solve this problem during a round?
John Tedford,
Thanks John for the question. Remember you should initiate the swing with the hands as the club starts back. The club starts first, which pulls the arms, which pulls the body and then the downswing is reversed. I hope this answers your question and gets you on the right track. Let me know and if not then lets talk and we will get you fixed.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
Started using your vids and by the end of going to the golfing range, I had the father of the kid next to me trying to teach HIM what I learned from YOU. Hilarious.
I’ve only been playing 2 months but I hit the 4 iron 200 yard for the first time yesterday.
So my question is: Why am I aweful with the driver? Are there any modifications one should make from iron-play for the PCGS? Will you ever be doing a series of videos like for putting?
Thanks,
Alex
Alex,
Thanks for your question Alex. Congrats on your success. Keep up the good work. The driver is different, but only in the setup. I do have a driver dvd that goes into detail about go to shots, curving the driver, hitting the ball farther, etc, but with the driver you need to setup with your weight 60% on your right side and tilt your spine slightly to the right. I do have a putting DVD as well. Please contact damon at damon@perfectconnectiongolfswing.com.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I used to live in Rockwall, Tx. My son in law Blaine Tetzloff is operations manager at Stonebridge Ranch. I now live in Chile. I am 70 years old and have been playing golf for about 55 years. My length is a problem. I would love to purchase your digital products and may about 25 June.
Can you improve my distance without endangering my direction?
Robert Rennaker,
Thank you for your blog post Robert. I know a lot of the people at Stonebridge, but have not met your son in law yet. Hopefully one day I will have the pleasure to do so. I know I can help you with distance if you give me the opportunity. Keep me informed. If you have any questions that is why I am here. Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions. Talk to you soon.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I Just purchased the DVD package and started to download some of the content. I see that you have a have a swingguide that you use in one of the video’s. I am in South Africa and have never seen such a device in my life in any golfshop. I bought a device called a swinglink that Leadbetter used years ago. If you know about this will it do the same job and if not how can I buy one of these swingguides.
Regards
Attie
Attie,
Thanks for your question Attie. Go to http://www.golfaroundtheworld.com and you can order the swingyde there. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ
I am very close to giving your training videos a shot. I am extremely serious about competing on the amateur level within a year and a focus on making the Champions tour. I am currently 37, very good physical condition 6,4″ 220lbs, and just unable to consistently unlease the power of my body. When I do hit a good shot I crush the ball. My iron play is quite good from PW to 5iron, and that is where it collapses. I am horrible with my woods. I can lay a 5wood 225yds when I make good contact, but that happens 1 out of 25 shots on the range. Will your instructions help me to achieve my goal?
Thanks
Nick
Nick,
I like that you have a goal and are motivated. that is key for improvement. I know I can help you. Please give me an opportunity and please don’t hesitate to ask any questions if you have any. Best wishes
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ
I have not bought the dvd yet but plan too I have used your tips and I am happy with the result was driving the ball mybe 170 to 190 yard yesterday went out to play 18 and on a 360 yard par 4 drove the ball 330 yards my golf buddy just looked at me and said were did that come from I just smiled. I wanted to know about grip size I changed my grips not that long ago due to fact I was study Todd Graves moe norman swing Should I go back too a stander size grip a reply would be great
Thanks Jim
Jim Day,
Thanks for the question Jim. If you want to hit the ball far then yes you should switch your grips. The large grips that they teach takes the wrist hinge out of the swing, which may help you hit it straighter, but will also have you hitting it shorter. The Moe Norman swing also will make your body work too hard causing potential injury.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
I am having to eat humble pie here……I purchased your Signature Series 3 days ago and thought i would give it a go, as you give a money back guaranteed if it did not improve my game.(nothing to lose really)
Anyway, i have played golf for just over 12 months now and have a handicap of 25.I play to that but never seem to improve.
I Went for a few lessons,but was not happy as i thought that the Pro’s were trying to teach me a grip/swing that my body was never going to achieve.
I watch a couple of your intro’s videos and you hit the nail on the head by saying “The mainstream golf swing is fundamentally flawed”
You made sense ….so i gave your product a try.I watched the video on the connection swing only ! took it to the course next day(thinking ….yeah right ! )played to a 18 handicap ! happy days ! I let you know how i get on when i have completed the series …so A BIG THANKS Craig from Devon U.K.
Craig Brady,
Thanks for giving me a try Craig. I know I can help you. Keep up the good work and don’t hesitate to ask any questions if you have any. I am here to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
After 30+ years of playing you’ve simplified golf altogether. The basic fundamentals you show are a great for any new golfer or a more experienced player. Since moving to Michigan from California I only have maybe 6-7 months of playing time vs all year in California. Even though I play to 7 HDCP I still need refresher classes and your videos are a great reinforcement to the basics.
I haven’t viewed all the videos but I was wondering if you have any that display the knock down shots or chipping around the greens to get more roll to the hole?
Thanks Again,
Lou
Lou,
Thanks for the question Lou. I have done lots of videos describing what you are asking. Keep watching and I may do more. If you want instant access I encourage you to look into joining the insiders club. all my videos that we have released are in there in categories and you can find exactly what you are looking for.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ,
I have doing great with my driver which I hit pretty consistent now. I have been practicing your chipping method in my front yard, now that I finally had a dry day to mow it. My question is about hitting the woods off the fairway. I have a tendency to swing harder on those shots and of course we know that doesn’t do any good. What can I do avoid doing that? Some rounds I don’t do it at all but others I do. I love your system.
Thanks,
Kevin
Kevin Dickinson,
thanks Kevin for your question. I am glad you have been able to improve. Try a swing thought to help you with your problems. Something like smooth on the takeaway and that will help. My driver swing thought is different with my irons so this is completely normal. Let me know if this helps.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi,
I bought your series about 3 weeks ago and have had very good success with my irons but struggling with my driver and three wood.
I feel like I’m coming across the ball at impact, hence the impending slice.
Any more drills to ingrain a proper impact position for this issue?
Thanks,
Rob
Rob,
thanks Rob for the question. Lets work first on the L to L drill and get the face square. This will stop the slice and we can work from there. The split hand will also help. Once your hitting it straight, even if its a pull then write back in and I will help you from here. Also make sure the driver is 60% weight right with spine tilted to the right. this will help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ!
All good stuff!
Is “Quadrant” the word you really want to use?
Could you include an overhead diagram to explain the point you are really making?
Best regards
Lyalld
lyall Davidson,
Thanks Lyall for the question and comment. yes Quadrant is the word I am trying to use. I wish I could use an overhead diagram, but the video and editing has already been done. I don’t mind the questions so keep writing in and lets talk. I am more than happy to help.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Hi CJ. Watched and used your CD,s only ones so far with great results, knocked 6 shots off my score. My question is what is the best position for placing the ball at setup for all clubs. Many thanks, keep them long
Drew McCallum,
Congrats on your success so far Drew. Losing 10 shots off your handicap makes you a rebelite so keep up the work. In regards to ball position the standard ball position will work fine…Wedges and short irons in the middle of your stance, mid irons slightly forward, and the driver inside your left heel. Let me know if this helps and keep me informed.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I really like your instruction. I played golf for nearly 50 years with the following instruction: 1. Manipulated your body into the “perfect” set up. 2.Manipulate the club from the “perfect” set up to the “perfect” top of the backswing. 3. Manipulate the club from the “perfect” top of the backswing to the “perfect” downswing slot (while you are doing this either slide, shift, or lock and spin the bottom half of your body.) 4. Manipulate the club down the “perfect” slot to the “perfect” impact position. 5.Manipulate the club into one of a number of “perfect” finishes……Good Luck. Oh, I skipped the kinesiology terms
Thanks,
Van McIntosh
james McIntosh,
Thanks James for the comment. Trust me when I say your not alone. Thank you for joining my rebelution against mainstream golf instruction. Let me know if I can help you in any way.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
Dear C.J.
This could turn out to be a REAL project for you. I am a 55 yr old veteran. I lost my left leg above the knee 2 years ago. I have a pretty sophisticated prosthetic because I am still very and highly active. I love the game of golf. Heres the quandry… I have a real difficult time Getting my weight transfered over to the left side when I swing and have lost a lot of power in my swing. I used to be able to hit the ball close to 300 yds before I lost the leg. now I can barely manage to hit it 200. Balance is also an issue for me, because I cannot bend the left knee when I set up for a drive of long iron shot. If I do… and I have tried the left knee breaks and down I go. Your system looks great but I just dont know if I can accomplish the way you teach it. I have been looking at your video clips, and they seem to be very simple… but once again its the balance issue. any hekp you could offer would greatly be appreciated. I love the game , but i usually hurt so bad after a round i just want to hang it up and sell the clubs.
Mark Hess,
Thank you Mark for your question and thank you so much for your sacrifice for this country. Our biggest tournament at TPC Craig Ranch is the Wounded Warrior Project and if not for each and every one of our soldiers keeping us safe then I would not have the opportunity to do this job. Thank you Again!!!! I think I can help you with your swing. Obviously in your situation the transfer of weight is not possible, but the other drills I give can definitely help you. Please give me a chance to help as it would be an honor to work with you. My program is guaranteed to work or its free and I am here to answer any of your questions if you have any. Best wishes to you and keep in touch.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ
CJ,
I am a golf coach for a girls team and I get new girls each year that have never had a club in their hand. Your video’s are great for the beginner as well as the seasoned golfer who needs help.
My question to you is about taking a divot ( I never see you take one ). I have always been taught to hit down into the ball to get spin as well as solid contact. Is this right?
Dale Evans,
Thanks Dale for the question. I do want you to hit down on the ball. I do as well. The tee I hit off of is Zoysia so the ball sits up and I am using at least a 6 iron so my divots are not big. Give me a shorter iron and I will take a bigger divot. You have been taught right and keep up the good work with teaching the kids to play golf. At times it can be frustrating, but you are growing the game. Keep it up.
Keep em Long and Straight,
CJ