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Takeaway

A clean takeaway does not guarantee a perfect swing, but it keeps the club, face, and body from arguing before the backswing begins. These guides focus on the first few feet of motion: how the club moves away, what the hands should avoid, and how to build a start that holds up on the course.

The Fundamentals of Takeaway illustration

Takeaway

The Fundamentals of Takeaway

Build a first move that keeps the club in front of you and the face organized early.

Common Takeaway Mistakes and Simple Fixes illustration

Takeaway

Common Takeaway Mistakes and Simple Fixes

Clean up the early errors that turn ordinary swings into compensations.

Drills to Improve Takeaway illustration

Takeaway

Drills to Improve Takeaway

Practice the first move with feedback you can see, feel, and repeat.

How Takeaway Affects Ball Flight and Scoring illustration

Takeaway

How Takeaway Affects Ball Flight and Scoring

See how the first move influences the face, path, contact, and the number on the card.

Beginner vs Advanced Approaches to Takeaway illustration

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Beginner vs Advanced Approaches to Takeaway

Match takeaway work to the golfer in front of the ball.

How to Practice Takeaway Under Pressure illustration

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How to Practice Takeaway Under Pressure

Make the first move dependable when the shot matters more than the drill.

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