AboutMichael Hoffman Expertise I have been a golf professional since 1981. I was elected into the PGA in 1987. I attained my master clubfitter certificate in 1992. I have given thousands of lessons over the years and I can answer questions about instruction, golf in general, rules, equipment, practice techniques etc.
I have served served on the board of directors of the Southern Texas PGA for twelve years and was the President from 2002-2003.
Experience I started as as assistant golf professional in 1981. I have been a head golf professional at several clubs as well as the general manager at two clubs. I am master clubfitter and have given many individual as well as group lessons over the years. I was the President of the Southern Texas PGA 4 years ago. I have been a rules official for the tour qualifying school as well as other events. I have won the Merchandiser of the year award in our section twice.
Question I swing really fast compared to my friends but i rarely get the ball onto the fairway. Would slowing down my swing help me to stay on the fairways?
Answer Daryl,
Slowing your swing speed is important and I will give you two swing tips to achieve this. The first is to lighten your grip on the club. Relax the muscles. Make sure your forearms are soft not tense.This will work wonders for the pace of your swing. The second tip is to use your shoulders to take the club back on your backswing. This will also slow your take away and give you more time to make a good transition into your downswing.
Do the above and your swing will become more consistent and reliable. You will see plenty of fairways. That's a guarantee.
