Bob Schade's Golf Tips

Wrist reset

2012-01-19T08:48:00.002-05:00

Most of my students recognize the need to set the wrists on the back swing, but many of them do not understand the idea of resetting the wrists in the follow through. This last part of the swing is one of the biggest sources of power in the golf swing. If you can master the proper set, release and then reset you will maximize the club head speed and hit the ball further. Good luck!

Back swing wrist set

2012-01-04T11:07:00.000-05:00

Please follow the procedure to properly wrists 1. Take your normal address position. 2. Without moving your hands, set your wrists until you can see the wrinkles in your right wrist. 3. Move your arms to a position where your left arm is parallel to the ground. 4. At this point the left arm and club shaft should be at a maximum of 90 degrees. The lower the angle the better. 5. Your wrists are

Bunker Tip

2011-12-30T11:14:00.001-05:00

Today is all about the Sand. If you stay aggressive when you are in a bunker, you will have a great chance of hitting a very acceptable shot. Here is how: 1. Position the ball forward in your stance. 2. Open your stance at least 25 degrees. 3. Widen your stance for more stability. 4. Dig your feet into the sand for more stability. 5. Aim at least 1 inch behind the golf ball. 6. Look at

Consistency Tip

2011-12-17T07:18:00.001-05:00

A number of my students claim that all they want for Christmas is consistency. I have a drill that will allow you attain that lofty goal. Follow the instructions outlined below and you will be more consistent in 2012. 1. Take your normal address position. 2. Place your feet together. 3. Make ten 1/2 swings at 1/2 speed. 4. Make ten 3/4 swings at 3/4 speed. 5. Make ten full swings at

Distance Tip

2011-12-09T11:52:00.001-05:00

Here is a great distance tip that many golfers forget about. Make sure that you reset your wrists after you hit the ball. This simple tip will help boost your club head speed by at least 20%. Many of my students are so concerned with the back swing that they neglect the forward swing. This is a critical mistake that usually results in less than satisfactory results. Here is a drill to help

Putting Tip

2011-12-01T11:44:00.001-05:00

Here is a quick putting tip, especially on those pesky 5 footers. Swing both ends of the putter. Most bad putters tend to swing the club head instead of the grip end. Here is a little drill. Set up to a five foot putt. Instead of watching the ball, watch the grip end of the club. Watch it go back a few inches and go toward the target a few inches. Do this a few times and you will be amazed

Distance Tip

2011-12-01T11:43:00.001-05:00

A quick tip that will help you gain a few more yards. Swing back at no more than 10% of your swing speed. That will give you up to 90% speed for your forward swing. Another great visual for a smooth, slow back swing. Imagine a butterfly on the shaft of your club. Make the back swing without the butterfly leaving the shaft. Now that is smooth! That last image is from one of my junior

Sand Play

2011-11-16T06:52:00.001-05:00

A quick tip on sand play. Most of us know to open our stance and aim a couple of inches behind the ball. Many do not understand that you must swing the club along the foot line while keeping the club face pointing at the target. That is the key for successfully getting the ball out of a bunker. So the next time you are practicing, think about matching your arm swing to the line created by

Pitching

2011-11-08T14:14:00.001-05:00

Pitching is defined as any short shot where ball flies as much as it rolls. Pitching from a good lie can give you a great chance of saving a stroke. Here are the essentials. 1. Ball position is determined by the height you want to hit the ball. The farther back in your stance the lower the ball flight and conversely the farther forward in your stance the higher the ball flight will be. 2.

Belt Buckle Golf

2011-11-02T13:10:00.001-04:00

The golf swing is made up of over 120 moving parts. That is one of the primary reasons the swing is so dynamic and complicated! I have a simple thought that should help most of you make better contact. Concentrate on your belt buckle during your practice sessions. On the backswing, turn your belt buckle about six inches to the right. Next turn your belt buckle at least eight inches to the

Shake Hands

2011-10-21T06:42:00.001-04:00

Quick Tip - Having trouble hitting the ball straight? Try to shake hands with the target. Try to get your right thumb to point to the sky halfway through your follow through. Good luck!

Chipping

2011-10-07T16:52:00.001-04:00

Last month I covered putting and received many great comments. This month I will tackle chipping. Chipping is defined as any short shot where ball rolls more than flies. Chipping from a good lie can give you a great chance of saving a stroke. Here are the essentials. 1. Position the golf ball adjacent to your right toe. 2. Lean the shaft forward toward the target opposite your left thigh. 3.

Skying the Ball

2011-10-07T07:51:00.001-04:00

Quick Tip -- Having trouble skying the ball? Try putting more weight on your right foot at address. This will allow you to swing into the ball at a much more shallow angle. Good luck!

2011-09-27T10:01:00.001-04:00

Quick Tip -- Trouble hooking the ball? Try rotating your body through the shot. This will delay the face squaring and straighten out that big hook! Good luck!

2011-09-25T08:09:00.001-04:00

Quick Tip -- Trouble topping the ball? Focus on the back of the ball and you will stay in the shot a moment longer and make better contact. Good luck and happy Sunday! Go play some golf!

2011-09-09T06:38:00.001-04:00

Over the past few months I have been focusing on the details of the golf swing. I am going to shift gears and tackle putting this month. All players should make putting practice a priority. A 3 foot putt is worth just as much as a 300 yard drive, after all! Here are some thoughts that may help you get better or rediscover that lost magic with the putter. 1. Sole the club evenly on the ground

2011-07-12T08:36:00.001-04:00

Last month, I gave a tip that focused on the right knee. This month I want to focus on the hips. The hips are a major source of power in the golf swing. Using the hips properly during the golf swing will result in more power and accuracy. Here is exactly what you need to know in regards to your hips. Address: 1. Your hips should be square to the target line. 2. Your hips should be level to

2011-06-05T10:18:00.000-04:00

Last time I gave you a tip designed to get your path to the ball from in to out. A number of people commented on how hard that was to do. After watching a number of my students struggle with creating an in to out path, I discovered the reason. Many of my students cannot create the proper path because there is a significant flaw in the back swing. This flaw is very simple, but of vital

2011-05-08T10:07:00.000-04:00

Last month I covered grip pressure. I received many comments on that subject. Many of the comments centered on how easy it was to hit the ball with lighter pressure. I am glad that the tip helped so many golfers. This month I want to discuss the role of the arms on the down swing. Once you reach the top of your golf swing, the real fun begins! At this point, all you have to do is keep your

2011-04-05T15:34:00.001-04:00

As I continue on my theme of common problems I see with my regular students, this one is easy to fix. This problem is grip pressure. In this case, too much pressure. Most golfers will play better, hit the ball farther, and hit the ball straighter with a grip pressure that is much lighter than they are presently using. On a 1 to 10 scale, most golfers should have a grip pressure that is in the

2011-03-10T08:22:00.000-05:00

Most of my students have some common issues that come up from time to time during their golf lives. One of the most common problems is shaft lean. What is shaft lean you ask? Shaft lean is the tilt of the shaft at impact, the moment you strike the golf ball. Many golfers get into a position where the shaft leans away from the target. This is a golf death move! The shaft should always lean

2011-02-10T11:32:00.001-05:00

A number of my students want more distance. Who doesn't ??? Here is a tip that will allow your shoulders to turn back against a firm right knee. A firm right knee will help brace the backswing and create torque. Torque is the reason a person who is 5 foot can hit the ball further than a person who is 7 foot tall. Create torque and you will create more distance. Think of torque as a spring

2010-11-06T11:44:00.007-04:00

Golf Tip of the MonthLast month I discussed the role of the club face in the golf swing. I hope that helped you gain a better understanding of what the golf club is doing. This month I want to tackle the role of your arms in the golf swing. Obviously the arms are the key to the swing in that they along with the hands are the only connection to the club. I want to define the position of the

2010-09-08T09:54:00.001-04:00

This month’s tip will help you chip the ball closer to the hole when you miss a green. I don‘t know about you, but I miss at least half of the greens that I attempt to hit. The short game, specifically chipping is the cornerstone of low scoring. That is very evident when we watch the pros on television. Follow the guidelines below, practice each step and you will chip closer to the hole and

2010-07-07T07:21:00.001-04:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHThis month’s tip will focus your game to putting. There are several drills that you can do very easily to improve your chances at making more putts. Practice these drills and you will increase your ability to roll the ball into the hole.Drill #1 – Find a vacant area of the green and place a tee in the ground. Move twenty feet away and place another tee. Practice putting

2010-06-08T07:40:00.001-04:00

Summer is here and we have had near record heat here in Central Florida. The heat can affect your golf game for the good if you prepare for it. Follow these guidelines to train your body to cope with the oppressive heat.1.Drink at least 32oz of water before you play or practice. Pre-hydration is one of the misunderstood parts of preparing for long-term exposure to the heat. If you fill your

2010-05-08T12:41:00.002-04:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeThe importance of turning the shoulders during the golf swing cannot be underestimated. The turning of the shoulders is one of the true key elements in the golf swing. The more you turn your shoulders the more power you can store. The two pictures below will illustrate how to do a drill that will help each and every one of you get more shoulder turn. Follow

2010-04-09T11:37:00.000-04:00

Golf Tip of the MonthBy: Bob SchadeThis month's tip will help two different problems with these two drills. The first problem is slicing the golf ball. The second problem is a lack of finish to the golf swing. Both problems are somewhat connected and need to be addressed together.Slicing the ball is a problem as old as the game. There have been thousands of books written on the subject. Most

2010-03-09T09:04:00.001-05:00

Last month I did a tip on chipping. I hope it helped! This month's tip is a small number of tips designed to help you through the transition of winter grass to summer grass. Putting:1.Position the golf ball more in the center of your stance.2.Position more weight on your front (left) foot. 3.Position the grip end of the putter slightly in front of the golf ball. 4.Stroke the ball with a short

2010-02-02T09:39:00.000-05:00

Today's Quick Tip:Many golfers I see on a daily basis have common issues. Most of them cannot line up square to their target, most of them swing back way to fast, most of them cannot hold their finish. All of these issues have a great effect on the golf swing. Here are some tips to help battle these common issues.Lining up: 1. Come into the ball with your chest facing the target. Your eyes

2010-01-06T14:22:00.000-05:00

Golf Tip of the MonthBy: Bob SchadeLast month I gave you a tip that if done right would help you control the flight and curvature of the golf ball. I hope that all of you learned a new skill that helps your game in 2010. This month I want to outline the proper technique for chipping.1.Begin by aiming your club face at your intended target.2.Grip the club, slightly choking down on the club.3.

2009-12-05T09:11:00.001-05:00

The last couple of months I have given you tips to help with your wrists and shoulder turn. I hope that they have helped. One of the problems, teaching via a monthly article is there is too much time between articles. Readers will work on something for a few days and either get it or not. Most of the time , the reader will get stuck in the middle. Not the best place to be! This month I am

2009-12-05T09:09:00.001-05:00

I received a huge response to the feet together drill that I described last month. Thank you for the comments. This month I want to discuss the role of your feet during the golf swing. The feet help control the rotation of the body throughout the swing. Follow the guide below and you will have better control over the shape of your shots. Please keep in mind that this is written from a right

2009-10-07T09:39:00.003-04:00

Last month I have you the proper way to use your wrists during the golf swing. This month we move to a bigger muscle group, the shoulders. The shoulders are one of the biggest sources of power in the golf swing. If used properly they can add enormous power to your swing. There are two exercises and one thought that you can do to help achieve better use of your shoulders. The thought is

2009-09-08T15:27:00.005-04:00

Golf Tip of the MonthBy: Bob SchadeI get a great number of questions regarding what the wrists do during the golf swing. Many people think that their wrists should hinge side to side as if you were slapping someone. That is incorrect! The wrists move up and down like you are setting and casting a fishing pole. If you look at the pictures below it will define it better than I can possibly

2009-08-21T14:40:00.000-04:00

I gave a lesson the other day to a student who wanted to gain more yardage off the tee. My first statement was who doesn't! I asked a couple of questions about his conditioning, physical well-being, and availability to practice. I then came up with a program to increase his club head speed that is so simple I thought that I would share it with all of you.Conditioning: Being as strong as

2009-08-06T10:21:00.001-04:00

2009-03-27T16:10:00.001-04:00

Golf Tip of the MonthBy: Bob SchadeLast month I did a tip on chipping. I hope it helped! This month's tip is a small number of tips designed to help you through the transition of winter grass to summer grass. Putting:1.Position the golf ball more in the center of your stance.2.Position more weight on your front (left) foot. 3.Position the grip end of the putter slightly in front of the golf

2009-03-12T09:06:00.000-04:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeI am going to break away from the full swing this month to give a short game tip. This chipping tip will help your tidy up your shots around the green. This is always the fastest way to lower your handicap. Try this technique and you will be amazed at how consistent you will be.1. Take your normal stance.2. Move your feet so that they are only 2 inches apart

2009-02-13T13:36:00.001-05:00

Last month I gave you a tip that would help create patience at the top of your swing. This will make the transition area very smooth and consistent. I hope that you put that tip into your practice routine.This month I want to give you an exercise that will create extension through the hitting area. Follow the instructions carefully and you will see a fantastic increase in club head speed.

2009-01-11T11:47:00.000-05:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeOne of the most common problems I see on the practice tee is a quick transition from the back swing to the forward swing. This area of the swing is problematic because most of the golfers think it is an area that produces power. That is a wrong assumption. That area of the swing is critical for getting the club in the correct slot on the forward swing. If

2008-12-06T08:17:00.001-05:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeLast month I explained the importance of stability of the lower body during the golf swing. This month I want to discuss the upper body. The upper body helps achieve distance and maintain accuracy. There are many drills that can be done to help make the upper body behave.Drill #1 Feet Together Drill1. Address the golf ball in your normal stance.2. Move both

2008-11-12T13:53:00.000-05:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeLast month I explained the relationship between the arms and the body during the golf swing. This month I wanted to expand on a part of this theory. This month I want to discuss the importance of stability of the lower body. The stability of the lower body is the cornerstone of a repeatable golf swing. Just think of the consequences of a building with a weak

2008-10-09T11:27:00.001-04:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeThe relationship between the arms and the body during the golf swing is the most important factor in the golf swing. This relationship determines which way the ball flies or if it flies at all. It is a very simple definition that dictates the flight of the golf ball. If your arms move faster than your body turns you will draw or hook the ball. If your body

2008-09-09T17:13:00.000-04:00

This month’s tip will focus your game to putting. There are several drills that you can do very easily to improve your chances at making more putts. Practice these drills and you will increase your ability to roll the ball into the hole.Drill #1 – Find a vacant area of the green and place a tee in the ground. Move twenty feet away and place another tee. Practice putting from one tee to the

2008-08-07T14:10:00.000-04:00

A great number of my students struggle out of our wet sand. They shouldn’t; it is the easiest shot in the book. If you set up properly to the golf ball, the ball practically extracts itself. Follow the procedure outlined below and you will find wet sand very easy to overcome.1. Select a Pitching Wedge or 9 iron for this shot.2. Position the golf ball adjacent to your left heel. 3. Position

2008-07-05T08:17:00.000-04:00

The heat of summer brings the golf course to some rough conditions. We have longer rough and generally wetter conditions throughout the course. The most pressing need for most golfers is the ability to keep the ball in the fairway. If you are unable to keep the ball in the fairway the long, hot summer days become almost unbearable. Here are a few tips to help during the hot, summer months.

2008-06-08T10:55:00.000-04:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeSummer is here and we have had near record heat here in Central Florida. The heat can affect your golf game for the good if you prepare for it. Follow these guidelines to train your body to cope with the oppressive heat.1. Drink at least 32oz of water before you play or practice. Pre-hydration is one of the misunderstood parts of preparing

2008-05-09T10:45:00.001-04:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeI know that I am an effective teacher when I look on the first tee and see many of the golfers doing the drills and exercises that I have put into these articles. Thanks for stroking my ego!This month’s tip is a simple tip to ease your way through the transition from winter grass to the slower summer grass. Follow these guidelines and you will find the

2008-04-09T11:21:00.003-04:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeNow that everyone understands how to set their wrists, the next step is the shoulders. The turning of the shoulders is a key element in the golf swing. The more you turn your shoulders the more power you can store. The two pictures below will illustrate how to do a drill that will help each and every one of you get more shoulder turn. Follow the instructions

2008-03-09T09:39:00.001-04:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeLast month, I gave you instruction on how to set your wrists during the backswing. I hope that helped you hit the ball better. This month I want to continue on the wrist theme. I want to give you a few pointers on how the wrists unload into the golf ball. When properly done, this can add considerable power to your swing and therefore substantial distance.

2008-02-12T15:54:00.001-05:00

DRILL OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeOne of the biggest problems I see on the lesson tee is the lateral sway. This is where the hips move from side to side instead of turning inside the heels. This causes many of the common swing faults. Here is a drill that will help control the lateral sway.1. Take your normal address position.2. Pick up the toe of your right foot

2008-02-12T15:29:00.001-05:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTHBy: Bob SchadeThis month’s tip will describe how to successfully set your wrists in the backswing. This subject usually comes up in most of my lessons. A great number of my students think that more wrist set will result in more distance. If you can set your wrists properly on the backswing you will get more distance. If you set your wrists incorrectly you will achieve the

2008-01-09T14:11:00.001-05:00

DRILL OF THE MONTH By: Bob Schade Those of you who have taken a lesson from me know that I am not a big believer in teaching aids. I think that your own body can be manipulated under most circumstances to take care of golf’s most devastating problems. Here is a drill that will help you hit more shots with a draw. 1. Take your

2008-01-09T13:56:00.001-05:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH By: Bob Schade The shifting of the bodies’ weight is one of the most confusing parts of the golf swing to learn. Most students make the mistake of assuming that the body shifts regardless of the arms. This is not true. The length of the arm swing determines the amount of weight shift on the backswing. A good example is that of Tiger Woods and John Daly. John

2008-01-09T13:55:00.001-05:00

Now that winter is upon us here at Cypresswood. There are many things that you can do to improve your chances of shooting a good score. Try these tips while practicing and you might lower your handicap. 1. Dress in layers. Put rain or wind pants over your shorts or pants. Put a shirt over your undershirt, a light sweater or

2007-11-09T10:57:00.000-05:00

This month’s tip will help ease the frustration of the transition from the summer grass to the winter grass. The good news is that the grass growing during the winter is much less abrasive than the grass of the summer season. Here are a number of tips that will help you transition easier.1. When driving, especially on the fairways that are overseeded, tee the ball higher. You want the

2007-11-09T10:56:00.000-05:00

2007-11-09T10:54:00.000-05:00

This month’s tip will help you gain a few extra yards. Most of us are using our practice time to get more distance. The following instructions will help you gain a few yards and make better contact with the golf ball. Begin by addressing the golf ball, now move the golf ball opposite your left big toe. Next, slightly raise your hands. This will create an arch in your left wrist. Grip

2007-09-08T11:01:00.001-04:00

This month’s tip will allow you to hit a draw. A draw allows the golfer to keep the ball a little lower and gives the golfer more roll and an increase in distance. Follow the procedure outlined below and you will be hitting a draw in no time.1. Take your normal address position.2. Position the golf ball off of your left big toe.3. Drop your right foot away from the target

2007-09-08T11:00:00.001-04:00

2007-08-23T11:38:00.000-04:00

September Bonus Tip for September 2007By: Bob SchadeThis month’s tip will focus your game on putting. There are several drills that you can do very easily to improve your chances at making more putts. Practice these drills and you will increase your ability to roll the ball into the hole.Drill #1 – Find a vacant area of the green and place a tee in the ground. Move twenty feet away and place

2007-07-08T12:04:00.001-04:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH August’s tips will help you make the summer golf season one of your best yet. Follow the tips outlined below and you will enjoy summer golf and possibly lower your handicap. Tip #1 - Getting out of the sand can be a challenge. Especially, when the sand here is inconsistent with some bunkers hard and wet while others are soft and dry. The key is developing a method

2007-05-10T15:49:00.001-04:00

It seems like I get questions on sand play everyday and I had several people ask me to do a tip on getting out of our bunkers. Here is a procedure for extracting the ball from the sand. 1. Position the ball in the front of your stance adjacent to your left big toe. 2. Position the

2007-05-10T15:48:00.001-04:00

This month’s tip will help you get more air time with your driver. Most of us are accustomed to the 50 yard roll we get from the dormant grass conditions in the winter. During the summer in Florida, the Bermuda grass stays wet longer into the day. All of us must adjust our trajectory in order to maximize our distance potential. Follow these simple tips and you will have the tools necessary to

2007-03-07T12:12:00.000-05:00

One of the most confusing and misunderstood parts of the golf swing is weight transfer. Most of my students have no conception on how the weight transfer and more importantly when it transfers. First of all, you must position your weight 50% on each foot with the weight under your ankles; not on or toward your toes. Next, understand that your weight moves to the inside of your right heel on

2007-02-09T14:31:00.000-05:00

This month is another distance tip. There seems to be a huge number of my clients that are asking for more distance off the tee. The first thing you need for more distance is the ability to turn your shoulders. If you are not physically able to turn your shoulders then gaining distance should not be your primary goal. The next item of the agenda is the ability to swing your arms with force.

2007-01-06T13:18:00.000-05:00

Lately I have been asked repeatedly about tips for getting out of the bunkers. My response is to first ask them how much they practice the shot. The second question is to ask how many bunker shots they get during their round. Next, I relent and give them a tip that will get them out of the bunker. Below is the procedure for getting out of the bunker each and every time. Also, there is a

2006-12-08T12:31:00.000-05:00

Most of the lesson’s I give the students want to increase their distance. I completely understand that need. Here is a drill that will increase your overall distance off the tee.1. Take your normal stance. 2. Pick up the toe of your right foot.3. Without moving your heel, pivot your right toe to the right parallel to the target line.4. Position the ball

2006-11-07T15:40:00.000-05:00

2006-10-07T13:41:00.000-04:00

I give a number of lessons to all sorts of people each and every day. The most glaring weakness for all players, regardless of handicap level, is the inability to line up to their intended target. Here is a very simple, fast tip that will immediately pay dividends to your golf game.1. Stand directly behind the golf ball facing your intended target.2. Position

2006-09-11T08:07:00.000-04:00

2006-08-04T14:26:00.000-04:00

This month’s tip will give you a skill that is necessary to lower your handicap. To lower your handicap you need sustained consistency. Controlling the rotation of your arms and body is the key to achieving consistency. Here is a full-swing drill that will help you sustain consistency. 1. Take your normal setup.2. Pick up your left toe and point it at the target

2006-05-09T15:29:00.000-04:00

The summer edition of the highlights gives me the opportunity to give you a few tips to battle the harsh summer conditions that we encounter on the golf course. Tip #1 Try to choke down on all of your shots. It is very important to keep the ball in the fairway. Choking down allows your swing to shorten, becoming more compact. A compact swing should hit the ball straighter

2006-04-07T17:15:00.000-04:00

2006-03-08T12:42:00.000-05:00

Last month I gave you a fantastic distance tip and those of you who practiced the tip saw an increase in distance. This month I will give you a tip that will help you hit more fairways. Follow the procedure outlined below and work on the drill prescribed and you will find more fairways and stay out of the rough. Good luck.1. Take your normal stance.2. Turn both

2006-02-09T09:38:00.000-05:00

Here is an interesting tip that is worth repeating. I recently used this tip on my website www.bobschade.com and my blog www.blogspot.bobschade.com. I received many emails that said how helpful this tip was to their games. I know the Highlight’s sometimes hits a different audience than my website. Please use this tip carefully; I wouldn’t want you to lower your handicap too much. Ha! Ha!

2005-12-06T15:16:00.000-05:00

2005-11-25T14:30:00.000-05:00

2005-09-06T15:57:00.000-04:00

This month’s tip will be a refresher on hitting out of our firm, hard, wet bunkers. This is the easiest type of bunker sand to escape and with the proper technique the bunkers should only present a minor problem to overcome. Follow the procedure outlined below and you should have no problem getting out of the sand.1. Position the ball forward in your stance. It should be

2005-06-22T17:29:00.000-04:00

As we approach the 4th of July holiday many of us are struggling to find some consistency in our games. The reason most of us give is that we lack the time to practice and play. One of the after effects of the summer here in Central Florida is the almost daily rains that can interrupt our attempts at late afternoon or early evening practice. Most of us, me included, decide that we don't want

2005-04-20T15:50:00.000-04:00

Here is the information regarding my very popular Summer Golf Camp. You may sign up your little darling for any or all of the sessions. Please email me at bobschade555@bobschade.com or call the golf proshop at 324-6174.2005 CYPRESSWOOD SUMMERJUNIOR GOLF CAMPSESSION I JUNE 1st-JUNE 3rdSESSION II JUNE 8th — JUNE 1 0thSESSION III JUNE 1 5th — JUNE 1 7thSESSION IV JUNE 22nd - JUNE

2005-03-08T14:33:00.000-05:00

This month’s tip is a review of sand play techniques. Please review the procedures outlined below.Sand Play1. Position the ball opposite your left big toe.2. Position the handle of the club in front of the golf ball.3. Position the majority of your weight on your left foot.4. Swing your arms with out moving your weight.5.

2005-03-08T14:32:00.000-05:00

This month’s tip is a review of chipping and pitching. Please review the techniques outlined below for each discipline.Chipping 1. Position the ball opposite your back foot.2. Position the majority of your body weight on your front foot.3. Position the shaft of the club ahead of the face of the club.4. Make your stroke keeping

2005-02-06T11:08:00.000-05:00

This month’s tip is a review of chipping and pitching. Please review the techniques outlined below for each discipline. Chipping 1. Position the ball opposite your back foot. 2. Position the majority of your body weight on your front foot. 3. Position the shaft of the club ahead of the face of the club. 4. Make your stroke

2004-12-07T16:09:00.000-05:00

Happy New Year! Here’s hoping that everyone improves his or her golf game in 2005. I would like to give you a tip that will help deal with the winter winds that are upon us. Follow the techniques below and you will soon have every tool necessary to combat the brutal winter winds. 1. Choke down on the golf club. 2. Move the ball farther back in your stance. The

2004-11-22T16:36:00.000-05:00

Goto this address for some very interesting pictures of the golf course in early October after the Hurricanes. http://homepage.mac.com/bobschade/PhotoAlbum1.html

2004-11-22T16:15:00.000-05:00

Sand Play Playing from the sand is a very traumatic situation for the average golfer. Most golfers almost get the hives going into the sand and their results are predicable. Their results are either a skull across the green or they leave it in the bunker. As in most instances of the golf swing sand play faults are caused by setting up improperly and not practicing the proper techniques. Here

2004-11-22T16:03:00.000-05:00

Putting The art of putting is one of the most difficult parts of golf to gain an understanding. First of all, the toughest part of putting has nothing to do actually making a putt. The toughest part of golf is getting your hands to react to what your eyes are seeing. With that being said I have quick drill for you to try. 1. Take your normal setup position. 2. Look at the hole. 3. Continue

2004-11-11T07:25:00.000-05:00

This month’s tip will help you transition from the summer grass to the winter overseeded grass. This transition can be very difficult for many who are used to the summer grasses. Please read and practice the tips for each area. Full Shots from overseeded fairways 1. Position the ball farther forward in your stance. 2. Grip the club more in the fingers of your

2004-09-09T08:57:00.000-04:00

Last month I gave you a tip to increase your distance. This month’s tip will help you keep the ball in the fairway as well as maintaining the distance you gained last month. The most important factor in creating accuracy is finding the shallowest path to the ball. Most of you approach the ball from an angle that is very steep. This steep angle is the biggest cause of your inconsistency.

2004-08-04T16:38:00.000-04:00

GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH Anybody looking for distance! Here is a quick tip to increase your backswing turn. This will in turn allow your body to build torque naturally. 1. Take your normal stance. 2. Position the ball forward in your stance opposite your left big toe. 3. Pick the toe of your right foot off the ground and slowly pivot your foot until it points away from the target. 4. Swing a little

2004-08-03T17:27:00.000-04:00

Summer 2004 A number of my customers give me input throughout the day as they finish their round of golf. The number one complaint I here is that they are losing distance because of the wetter ground conditions. Here is a quick drill to help you gain a little distance by shallowing out your downswing. 1. Take your normal stance and position the golf ball opposite your left big toe. 2.

2004-05-06T11:22:00.000-04:00

The summer season brings a variety of problems to the golfers here at Cypresswood. The greens are tricky, because of the change in speed. The fairways are longer and slower. The rough is tough and menacing. This month 3 little tips to tide you over until September. Putting 1. Grip the putter a little tighter in your top hand. 2. Put a little more weight on your front foot. 3. Stroke the

2004-03-07T13:12:00.000-05:00

The month of April brings Cypresswood to the brink of another summer transition. The grass gets longer and stronger. The greens become a little inconsistent because of the added moisture and heating during the night. All levels of golfer must make adjustments in their game in order to continue to lower their handicap. Here are a few tips to get you through the transition. 1. Grip the club

2004-02-10T18:45:00.000-05:00

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2004-02-10T16:15:00.000-05:00

March 2004 The month of March brings many interesting challenges to the golf course here at Cypresswood. The wind is usually very strong, but inconsistent. The golf course is usually fast and generally most players get a lot of roll for their golf ball. The best shot for these conditions is a knock down shot. This shot flies low and takes advantage of the fast conditions to give you a

2004-01-23T10:02:00.000-05:00

February 2004 This month’s tip is designed to change your focus when putting. Most of us obsess over the golf ball, which leads to tension. Tension makes us feel insecure, which leads to indecision. Indecision is the number one reason why golfers miss putts. Want some proof! Watch people who you think putt well and you will find that each of them uses a different technique or style. To

2004-01-23T09:49:00.000-05:00

January 2004 The month of January is the beginning of the best stretch of course conditions here at Cypresswood. the greens are fast and true, the fairways are firm and get a lot of roll, and the rough is not too high. The most important thing you can do is play often and practice when you are not playing. Playing well is centered on being consistent and more practice makes your game steadier

2004-01-23T09:36:00.000-05:00

December 2003 Now that the transition month of november is behind us, golfers can look forward to great golf course conditions the rest of the winter season. This month's tip will help you hit your driver more solid, gain distance, and enjoy the experience golf has to offer. Follow the guidelines outlined below and you will improve! 1. Begin by positioning the ball of your left big toe. 2.