How To Initiate Your Golf Swing - The Perfect Take-Away Is Now Yours 

Just when i thought I have watched all of Jims videos and then this comes up on my feed . The best one .

I’ve learned this technique. Thank you Jim. I’ve also learned it helps me if I take the club “across the line” at the top. Then the swing path comes naturally. Effortless and accurate direction and trajectory. This guy is a game changer.

This makes so much since. I’ve played at the college level and I wish I would have know this then. I’m sure the consistency would be there

Love this guy ! Watched several videos, & went out and shot 85 right off the bat !

This has been gold , simple understanding with great delivery, I am confident that I can break par again on my local courses, 25 years ago I was under par a number of times with tight draws and chipping techniques. I have always tried to stay still and am now hitting consistent scores under 80. I am probably 'playing the course better than I ever have. Thanks Jim, coach of the year in my book.

I've been playing golf for 52 years. I went to the range late this afternoon and tried this set up . One word ; amazing. I have been fighting my body and spraying the ball around for a month. Remembered seeing Jim's teaching method and tried it. Hitting the ball higher and more solid than I can ever remember, with a nice baby draw. I dont care what it looks like , I was so balanced. Try it please.

Amazing analysis and so simple yet seemingly utterly correct! The concept of "weight shift" introduces so many bad club paths that I never thought about. Thank you Jim!

I have been using Jim's method for a few rounds now...Incredible...I am a 15 handicapper and shot 41 on the front 9 yesterday from the back tees (After a disastrous 8!! on the first hole..) I shot a 44 on the back but I had a couple of 7 due to poor putting and chipping...I really need to sign up for the school to get my game consistent...

Going through all your videos to rebuild my game after years of laying off. Thanks for you explanations of golf theory.

I’ve been playing for 4 months, watched many videos and they have all helped me understand the golf swing. Consistency is my problem, and I have problems getting the divot after the strike. I have been moving my body closer to the ball lately with some success, but I am going to try this setup when I play next. I wanted to try it for the last 2weeks but when Sunday comes it’s been too cold to play. This Sunday is supposed to be nice so I’m going to try it. What I like about you versus all the other coaches on RU-vid is that they all say the same thing, you have a completely different strategy. Sometimes I feel like the other coaches are just copying each other but I understand that they’re using what they’ve learned over the years and golf. This looks to be revolutionary when it comes to the golf swing and for those with tight muscles or little movement, this can help get faster swing speeds without sacrificing the swing. Thanks for sharing your methods and for being easy to listen to.

Thanks Jim. Love the content. Shot my best nine holes yesterday morning by just watching your short videos. 3 birdies in one round( never done that before) and was 1 over on the front nine. Super stoked to learn more from you.

In my opinion this is your best instruction video which I watch at least 4 times a week. I take in everything you say and make sure that I remember it all in my practice. This is the reason why I am very adept to your method and never fear doing myself an injury, Thanks Jim--again.

I remember hearing this years ago. I totally forgot about this. Thanks for the gentle reminder.

This really works I golfed and used this set-up. I enjoyed my game.

I kept coming back and “trying” this For a few years now. For some reason it has come to me now. Naturally. Easily. Body friendly. It makes so much sense. Jim you are brilliant!!

1000 bows. Genius. I had golf lessons from PGA Academy and that was a waste. Your technique for setup is awesome. Thanks

You’re like the Tai Chi Master of golf. Great vids mate

Hey Jim, stumbled upon your videos on youtube. Excited about trying you method. You logic and presentation are very good. If this swing doesn't work for me, its my fault

This definitely alleviates alot of swing thoughts. Thx bro.

For years I’ve been watching videos to try and improve and stabilise my path and impact. you have totally simplified everything. I’ve watched 3 of you videos only so far, and this is exactly what I’ve been looking for path and impact has improved to the point where I’m not thinking about stance, hips, shoulders,takeaways!! Only your setup it’s awesome thanks Jim.

Sir, you are amazing. Thanks.

Intriguing ! Gonna try this as soon as the snow melts. ☺️

Keep it simple! Name of game in life! Good job Jim. Like where your hanging out! Peaceful but could get alittle warm. I was station in 29 palms in 1965. Few to many scorpions, tarantulas, and rattlesnakes. Blessed🙏

Your set up training has worked for me I'm out of the 40s your the greatest.im 65 in my 3rd year of golfing

Was smashing the ball doing this

I signed up, it works, fantastic , thank you,

Too good Jim!

Excellent teaching

All's I can say is do the bump and run while you have the time to do it with this virus thing is going on I have never hit the sweet spot so many times doing this simple drill starting small with chips bump and runs and pich shots leads into the full shot Jim is like so many good teachers starts you from the green back to the tee is the way to go and if you listen your game can't help but improve looking forward to being a student

Fantastic advice. 🤙

Just watched this video again and must say that I do watch it about twice a week. This has to be, in my opinion, the best video you have ever made. The way you illustrate and explain, in simple terms, the JVG swing should be of great benefit to all subscibers to your Channel.I am too old to join the academy but have learnt this swing from all your videos and I can relate bad shots to my own bad interpretation of the swing at that time. Thanks Jim, truly appreciative.

Hi Jim, I literally just stumbled upon your videos yesterday. Very intriguing! You have validated some of what I've been doing within my own swing. Although what I am doing has worked very well for me, with improved ball flight and accuracy - I really didn't have much confidence in my methodology - because until now, I hadn't seen anyone endorse anything similar. I've learned from you a few more techniques and that this methodology is sound. THANK YOU! I can't wait until this virus mess is over so that I can hit the driving range and golf course again.

Super simple yet cerebral golf instruction. Loving the videos

Jim your technique gives me confidence in knowing that I’m going to hit a good shot more times than not. Even my bad shots go straight but maybe low but still playable.👍

Sir Jim Venetos, Hello. You are right. I saw an old man doing this and I was watching him from his behind and I got his position and could send all balls to the same spot with all my drivers after six months ain't work with more than number 8. You know I have started hitting balls with numbers 9 to 4 and was amazed how I could make it as in the past I did not dare to even touch the number 4. You are amazing and now I am thinking that I can be somebody in a Golf. In the end, this old man today just said me to watch you on RU-vid and found out how 75 years old man could do that. God Bless you. Regards.

Thanks

Jim.... Awesome stuff. Been watching your videos for the last three weeks. Went to the range and tinkered with your methods and Holy cow Batman I Was rocketing my 8I at around 155 outdoors in the cold ( up in NYC) without effort. I have enough problems in the summer time getting an 8I to go 150...lol Very interested in your course especially after catching The videos with Golf Test Dummy going through the process of it. Those videos were very helpful.

I’ve always toyed with the idea and it made sense intuitively to just set my weight on my left side and leave it there. Well I stumbled on these videos a few weeks ago. I played 18 holes yesterday for the first round of the year and tried this technique. Well I shot an 81 and this was in 15-20 mph wind and not very warm in Idaho. Would have easily broke 80 but that was putting as I missed 3 or 4 from inside 5 feet. I didn’t hit every shot perfect but I was able to take a divot after the ball which I never do! I would consider myself a sweeper and when I normally try to take a divot I just hit it fat. I realize now it’s because I was always thinking of actively trying to hit down on the ball and with my weight stuck on my right/trail side. It doesn’t work that way. With this method the divot occurs as a consequence of the club bottoming out after the ball which is a result of your weight being on your left side at impact which is a result of setting and leaving it there in the first place. My best shot of the round was out of a divot in the fairway. It was a bad one but I struck it pure with an 8 iron and took a divot after the ball and put it on the green hitting straight into the wind. I would never have been able to hit that shot with my old setup! I will be signing up for the class soon! Thanks Jim!

Clever teacher

Setup for success Setup for impact Thanks Jim for your amazing insights particularly “stillness” As a certified Channel Lock Instructor, your method was very easy to adopt yesterday Today I played 9 holes with 9 iron only even for putting Short course from senior tees (I’m 84 years young) and shot 42 which is my average score with 14! Clubs... Epiphany...AHA MOMENT ZERO EFFORT BODY FRIENDLY I have sciolosis...but feel like a teenage Tomorrow 9/9 again I’m committed to user 9 iron only for 30 days I normally hit 110 yds...now 120 with baby draw👍Consistent...confidence...repeatable...effortless...EUREKA!!! Thx The Ancient One from Atlanta

This is very Fred Couplish. Great stuff. Now I need to rebuild my swing .....again. haha. I am using brute force and bombing my driver 330+ yards and straight, but I need to get effortless power and consistent accuracy with my irons and wedges.

Came across this about 3 weeks ago.This training is awesome. Driver has come together quickly. Played yesterday and used this method. Normally drive the ball 240-250 yrds. Hac 6 drives of over 280 and one of 310 where i hit into the group ahead of us. Hoping to get the irons down.Not bad 310 yards at 65 yrs old

Hey Jim, I really love your teachings but can you please make a video on bunker shots, can’t seem to find them ! 🙏

Hi Jim. What brand of shoes are you wearing? I’ve been wearing Converse for years. Yours look a little different. Love your logical system. Makes so much sense. Thanks.

Hi Jim thanks for the video very interesting. Out of interest how do you hit a fade I assume you reverse the setup for it ie an open stance and weak grip ?

Wow! Best advice I have ever gotten

Jim, great setup. Is your club face to the right or down the target line? Thanks

Jim - I’ve been playing badly for 18 months (with three different teachers). I tried your setup today and it wasn’t good; it was fantastic! I expected to hook or pull the ball; I hit it dead straight. In addition, I hit a penetrating, slightly lower ball flight; and much further, and consistent. I don’t know why this worked after 18 months of terrible contact, and I don’t care. It feels like 95% of the benefit is in the set up, 5% in the actual swing. Thanks for thinking outside the box. I’m thrilled so far!

Been a disciple of this JV swing for 2 years now. Since I haven't joined the school, I am probably doing 60% of it correctly. Then I started losing distance (I'm 54 yo and short @ 5ft 2inch) so I sort of cooled off and used a modified version. Then my back started hurting 2 months ago so I went back to JV swing again. I'm quite surprised that I can apply it now up to my driver! Found 2 key actions that I was missing out - relaxed swing, slight shoulder bend over the ball. I'm hitting all the balls where I want and played the best game of my life. Thank you Jim. One of these days, I will join the school. I promise. 😇😇😇

😂😂😂 that poor shag bag. Great vid Jim

Great stuff! Place yourself in a good setup and a lot of good things comes with it.

I didn’t know Negan taught golf. I am Negan.

First time I remember you mentioning a strong grip! Is it really strong?

Should I do the closed stance with the driver as well?

Damn Brother U R Good as in a teacher

genius

hi Jim. at first I was skeptical of your swing because it is unique compared to all traditional instruction. however I now understand how effective and simple your swing and analysis is to implement and understand. I am so happy that I found your channel and I owe you an apology. Thanks!

Where is your ball position in the swing you are demonstrating in this video?

This really works. Try it. The only thing you have to lose is fat and thin shots as your weight stays back and you can not get to your left side. Thanks Jim!

Hi Jim, great stuff, how do you define "closed", what are the angles to the target line of shoulders,hips, feet ? Thanks

Hi Jim, I’m a new subscriber. I’ve been able to hit some nice, solid draws with your system. On occasion I’m overdrawing the ball. Any thoughts on what would cause this?

Is this a correct observation? When you plant your weight into your left leg, and close your shoulders and stance… does the center of your swing circle become your left shoulder? Have you (in effect) removed the right side of the body from the the swing circle, and the path it traces? In this, I visualize a swing circle with my body turned inwardly out of the way. What remains is my left shoulder as the center point of my swing circle… stabilized by my left foot (and leg) directly below it…that my left arm swings freely around. Do I understand this correctly? Thank you for feedback.

I shoot way over par regularly, so naturally, I am transfixed.

Do you bend front knee and push off front foot through the swing

Golf lessons from negan, 👌👌👊👊

Do you always have to have a closed position.

Great video .Have been playing Golf for over 10 years. Level of game has been pretty static. Improving after watching. I am 73 yrs old.Have an issue with keeping weight still on my left foot..invariably shift weight on to right during the takeaway. Any suggestions please

Can anyone tell me if Jim has done a video on ball position for his method of golf swing

Hi Jim first time watching your video and one Question. On your setup, 70% weight on your left foot then your body is close to the target, which part is actually lining up to the target(between you and the club)

How do you get power for longer shots if you're keeping your lower body still?

Even when you knocked them balls out the bag Jim they had draw on them! ☺️

Hey Jim, the way you set up & keep left is this similar to stack & tilt & Mac o Grady's teaching ? Thanks.

Good Lord....buy this man a beer!

Can anyone tell me with jims method does the club head line up with the closed shoulders or is it set looking straightforward.Thanks, Des

Stack and tilt

I (a14hc) hit a drive past my pro last week. He said, "whatever u did there just keep doing it!" I replied, " jim venetos baby!"

Jim -- is there a "lifetime" membership (that can be purchased) to the JVGA via the website?

Jim, I am just finding your videos. Very intriguing. One question- I’m trying this, sometimes I hit the ball exactly straight down my shoulder line. In other words- dead right. How do I fix this?

I can't tell if he places the ball toward his front foot or back foot. That would be really helpful

What does it mean if the shots I hit right are always slices and the shots I hit left are always draws (as a right hander)?

70% of weight on left side - is that weight more on the inside of the left foot, the center, or on outside of left foot?

Hi Jim, talking about the set up position, you mention the grip, do you have a lesson focusing on the grip? Thank you.

I have been trying this on and off for about 6 months, I have had good and bad results, one of the thiings that I dont see is a shoulder turn, I would like to find out where the ball position should be

Is the ball placement the same? Or does it move forward or back in order to make the described contact???

I’ve found that the closed swing corrects a lot of flaws. Better extension with the arm’s, right to left spin on the ball, creating a draw flight…. I need to work on the relaxing of the arms more, and swing more effortlessly…

He’s not wrong about these things, it will cure a slice, you do need your weight forward, the only issue is you’re limiting power btw only using upper body to drive the club. Ground forces can add a lot to the swing. You can do all these things but with power. Also with the closed set up you’re going to hook everything, it’s a great draw set up. Keeping the weight forward is key but you don’t have to remain still, stagnance is a speed kill among an other things. Balance over stagnancy. In fact when he tried to use his lower body in another video he hit the purest shot he’s ever hit on video, you could hear the ball whistle through the air, it flew higher, longer & straighter than his stagnant swing which produced a dud of a hook.

Hi Jim. You say you pivot first, then take your grip. Is the clubface pointing to the target when you take your grip. I thought you would grip first, aim at the target, then pivot closed. Thanks..John.

Do you setup with just shoulders closed? Or with feet AND shoulders? Thank you!

Hi Jim, can't help noticing you break yr wrists straightaway. ....am I correct?

What is the ball position for driver, hybrid, irons .Thanks for the info

Thanks Jim. It looks like your hips are rotating through during the swing. I’m assuming this is just the natural progression of trying to remain still and keeping your shoulders closed. Appreciate the video

I find this technique works well for irons but not driver. Any suggestions??

You got new sneakers!

I figured the "pre set" out on my own couple of years ago. Now watching these videos it makes even more sense. I hadn't played golf in over 20 years and I was just killing time during lock down with my dog at a park hitting a 9 iron. I was just swinging the lead arm only simply to make contact with the ball and my weight of course naturally shifted to the left along with the arm just falling. It's very enlightening watching this guy.

I have always heard you have to move your hips and a lot of people say not to swing inside I am so confused.

when you turn 45 degrees are your feet still square or are they turned 45 degrees

I see that your shoulders are closed. Is your stance (feet) also closed?

Jim, great stuff. I will give this a serious try. Who on tour, man or lady, is swinging closest to what you teach?

Do you do this same thing with driver or is it completely different? 😎

Ya cant argue with physics!