Stop Wasting Your Practice Swing: Improve Your Ball Striking

Almost every golfer takes a practice swing before hitting a shot, but how many actually have a purpose behind it?

In the November 3 edition of Tee It Up Tuesday, I explain how a simple change to your pre-shot routine can lead to more consistent contact, better distance control, and more greens in regulation.

When the golf ball is on the ground, controlling where the bottom of your swing occurs is essential. Ideally, the club should strike the ball first and then interact with the turf. Your practice swing provides valuable feedback about where your club is bottoming out before you step in to hit the shot.

If your practice swing hits the ground several inches behind where the ball would be—or misses the ground entirely—don’t ignore that information. Make another practice swing, recalibrate your low point, and then step in with the same rhythm and intention.

The goal isn’t simply to take a practice swing. It’s to make every practice swing count.

Watch This Week’s Golf Tip: Stop Wasting Your Practice Swing

What’s New at Durland Golf School?

This week’s newsletter also highlights several exciting opportunities for golfers looking to improve their games:

• Golf Schools: The December 1–3 half-day school is sold out, with three spots remaining in the January 26–28 school.
• Fall Programs: Clinics, short game schools, private lessons, and additional instructional opportunities are available.
• Drive & Spec: Join Mark Durland and True Spec Golf’s Matt Markle on November 16 for a two-hour driver instruction and fitting experience combining TrackMan and GCQuad technology.
• Welcome Back, Samantha! Lead Instructor Samantha Morrell returns in early December with women’s clinics, Ladies Learning Club, and golf schools.
• Holiday Gift Ideas: Durland Golf eGift Cards are available for private lessons, golf schools, and more.
• True Spec Golf Holiday Offer: Receive a complimentary fitting with a qualifying club purchase using code BFCM26 through November 27, 2026.

Read the Full Newsletter

Want more golf instruction, upcoming program details, and the latest news from Durland Golf School?

Read the complete November 3 edition of Tee It Up Tuesday: https://conta.cc/3WtRmzC