
How to Hit a Driver: Setup, Swing & Common Mistakes
The driver is the club that costs most golfers the most shots. Learn the correct setup, the swing keys, and the mistakes to fix so you can find more fairways.
Practical golf tips for every level - from first-time players to seasoned golfers looking to sharpen their game.

The driver is the club that costs most golfers the most shots. Learn the correct setup, the swing keys, and the mistakes to fix so you can find more fairways.

Most swing faults are set in the first two feet of the takeaway. Learn the correct one-piece move, the drills that build it, and why fixing it matters most.

Losing distance, feeling stiffer, or worried about a bad back? Age changes what your body can do, but not what it can achieve on a golf course.

Chips run, pitches fly. Learn the setup, technique, and decision-making that separates the two shots - and how to pick the right one around the green.

Tempo is the invisible factor behind every consistent golf swing. Learn what it is, why 3:1 is the magic ratio, and how to train yours without a metronome.

Hitting the ball further is not about swinging harder. Learn what actually creates distance - clubhead speed, centre-face contact, and angle of attack.

Fairway woods and hybrids are the trickiest clubs in the bag for most amateurs. Learn the setup, the sweeping strike, and the most common mistakes to avoid.

More shots are lost inside 100 yards than anywhere else on the course. Here's how to develop a reliable short game that genuinely saves strokes.

You don't need a gym membership to get fitter for golf. These exercises build the mobility, strength, and stability that translate directly to the course.

Green reading is a learnable skill. Here's how to assess slope, grain, and speed before each putt - and how to trust what you see.

Wind is the great equaliser in golf. Here's how to adapt your game when the conditions turn, from club selection to ball flight and course management.

Pitching is the scoring shot that most amateurs underinvest in. Here's the technique that delivers consistent distance control from 10 to 80 yards.

Bunker shots terrify most beginners, but they're one of the more learnable shots in golf. Here's the technique that makes sand play consistent and reliable.

A proper warm up before golf takes 20 minutes and can save you three or four shots on the front nine. Here's a simple routine that works for any level.

Chipping is one of the quickest ways to lower your score. Learn the correct technique, the best drills to practise, and the mistakes most beginners make.

Solid iron play is the foundation of consistent scoring. Here's how to hit irons better - the technique, drills, and fixes for the most common mistakes.

Your first round of golf can feel overwhelming. Here's everything you need to know before you tee it up - from course etiquette to pacing and scoring.

Better course management is one of the quickest ways to lower your score without improving your swing. Here's how to think your way around a golf course.

A slice is the most common problem in amateur golf. Here's what causes it and how to fix it - with practical drills you can do at the range today.

You don't need to memorise the full rulebook to enjoy golf. Here are the essential rules every beginner needs to know before heading out on the course.

Confused by the wall of clubs in a golf shop? Here's a straightforward guide to choosing the right golf clubs when you're just starting out.

The grip is the only contact between you and the club. Get it right from the start and everything else becomes easier. Here's how to hold a golf club properly.

Whether you're a beginner or a golfer stuck at the same handicap, these tips will help you improve your swing and hit the ball more consistently.

Not sure what to wear for your first round of golf? A straightforward guide to dress codes at UK courses - so you can focus on the game, not your kit.

Everything you need to know to start playing golf in the UK. From your first lesson to your first round, here's a practical guide for complete beginners.

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Making the same errors round after round? Here are the most common mistakes amateur golfers make - and simple fixes you can apply straight away.

Booked your first golf lesson? Here's everything you need to know - what to wear, what to bring, and what to expect so you can relax and enjoy it.

Thinking about picking up the clubs again? Whether it's been months or years, here's a practical guide to getting back into golf without overdoing it.

New to golf? Don't worry about embarrassing yourself on the course. Here's a friendly guide to golf etiquette that covers all the basics.

Most beginners need 4-6 lessons before their first round. Here's what to expect at each stage, how fast most people progress, and what makes the difference.

Putting accounts for nearly half your strokes. Here are five practical tips that will help you sink more putts - no expensive equipment needed.
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