STOP "Hitting from the Top" FOREVER [Simple Golf Swing Thought] 

This guy is the best golf teacher I have ever seen, and I have been taking lessons and watching golf videos for many, many years. He makes it basic and simple. It makes sense!

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Great movie

Hahaha

I like how it mixes the complexity of child custody divorce, and ARM WRESTLING

Definitely not too late to get plenty more enjoyment out of this great game, Allen!! Well done, thanks for sharing, and have fun out there blasting those beautiful rocket balls!!! Tom

I hope this tip resurrects that secret sauce for you, John! You're close. They're actually CB 714's. Nice buy (steal?? 😆) on your new det. Enjoy!! TS

I’m wondering the same. I’ve been keeping the club low at all times. That’s the only chance I have of not going over the top. Once you raise the club in the air you risk going over the top.

Yes indeed, Richard, and that's the premise behind this recent episode: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Sb4YrKWXrdE.html Have fun out there! TS

Indeed! However one goes about it, Michael, it is absolutely critical to quell that "hit" instinct that wrecks so many golf swings!! Tom

Indeed - and consistent with some of my guitar playing influences from said era.....😎

I'm very glad to learn that this tip served you well, Brock! Thanks so much for sharing!! Tom

Sweet. I'm glad this concept resonated with you, Lee!

Agreed. I've been on the Leadbetter/Gankas/Nakhjavani train for a long time and as great as those guys are: They're simply too advanced for me. They belong teaching top amatuers and pros. This guy has some really easy to follow swing thoughts and tips and that's great for the rest of us.

I don't think he dumbs it down. He's a good teacher and communicator and conveys his message very well.

That's fantastic, Eric - I'm thrilled to learn that this lesson video resonated so well with you!! By the way, have you considered enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school? For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm regularly adding new content. This will really put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion. There's even a members' forum where you can ask me specific swing-related questions and suggest new content ideas, plus you'll also have access to all exclusive "Crispier Than KFC Club" RU-vid channel members' content at no additional charge. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. Thanks for your comment and for sharing your success! Tom

@@SagutoGolf already signed up for the year!

Yes - I fully agree with that, Steven. Here is a lesson from the archives featuring Mr. Hogan and what called "the most important part of the swing": ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-iejRWhuB7y8.html Here's a more recent episode on the lateral hip action in the downswing: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-dB4ItR3guGU.html And here's a current one on the trail arm/elbow: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ukwnUkpWxHM.html Tom PS: By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/

@@SagutoGolfTom, I'm flattered you responded. I'm 63,, have played golf since college and tried every swing technique imaginable. For the past several years I've worked with a professional who had me in a vertical swing plane but the task of dropping my arms while moving vertically followed by a precise rotation through the ball was more than I could consistently master (the video clip of your swing at 13 looked like mine) More often than not I'd hang back and or rotate too early. Trying to coordinate/manipulate the arms, torso and hips was just too complex. The ball would typically go straight but rarely clean, center of the club strikes. Maintained a 10 to 12 handicap (by mastering the 20 to 30 yard pitch) but never made the progress I had hoped for given the time I've devoted recently. I decided in August to read Hogan's Five Lessons and it immediately hit me how dead on he is with virtually every word written in 1957. The last three lessons addressed EVERYONE of my problems, provided an amazingly simple way to address them and confirmed some of the techniques that have worked for me in experimentation over the years. Since August I've re read the book three times but decided recently to go on line to see who teaches his methods. To my total amazement you're the ONLY one who shows up. Imagine the best ball striker in history having only one devotee. That speaks volumes about the industry and your business opportunity. I've seen every one of your You Tube videos and it's exactly what I've been looking for and my USGA GHIN is now 8.9 (now I have to master the chips and long putts lol). Mr. Hogan matter of factually said he could take a decent athlete and make him a 70's golfer wasn't hyperbole I signed up for your annual subscription purely out of guilt but glad I did so. Hopefully, your You Tube free business model is working for you. I probably spend $12 to $15,000 per year on golf and the $100 fee is less than one private lesson. You need to make this venture work for your students and the good of the game. Thanks. Steve

I sincerely appreciate your kind words regarding my instruction, Steve, and I hope you are enjoying the online school! There's a lot of great information in Mr. Hogan's "Five Lessons" book, but there have also been so many misinterpretations that have led numerous golfers - and their ball flights - astray. I do my best to take what Mr. Hogan conveys in the book as his "feels", apply it to the reality of what he actually did in his swing, and translate it into something we all can learn well from, because if we can get Hogan right there are tremendously effective swing keys to be garnered. By the way, have you joined the SagutoGolf Community Forum (which is included in your online school membership) yet and begun engaging with other golfers in the school? If you've not already done so it only takes a minute or two to enroll - just go to your “My Courses” screen and you’ll see a link to get started. Once signed in you’ll be able to access in this fun and tremendously supportive community and participate in the ongoing great dialogue on a variety of swing- and game-related topics. You can start discussions, contribute to existing threads, post accomplishments and specific swing questions, make some new friends, and just share in the common bond and banter of golfers from around the world seeking to improve their games and help others to do the same. I monitor the forum and participate as well. I really think you will enjoy it!! Thanks for sharing your progress and keep up the great work!! Tom

That's awesome, Brett! Nice job incorporating this lesson into your swing - I'm very glad to know that it helped you resolve your chronic OTT issues. Thanks for sharing your success with it and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping, power and distance, and much more. Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/

Thanks Troy - I'm glad you enjoyed it!! TS

Hi Dave - It is very important to remember that the videos, lessons, and drills on this free channel - while fully aligned with the swing method I teach - address a variety of topics, issues, and common flaws/fixes from one episode to the next. They are certainly not intended to be taken as a sequential learning platform like the structured curriculum of my online school, which I strongly recommend to anyone who truly wishes to get on the proper path towards learning and owning this swing. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course layout greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm constantly adding new content. This will really put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. Best regards, Tom

LOL! That's just how it happens sometimes. Nice job figuring it out!! Tom PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, perhaps you might also enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”?: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews

My pleasure! I'm very glad to know that this tip resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you take it out to the course! Tom PS: By the way, since my channel’s content is connecting well with you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my _newly updated_ FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews

Good points! There are definitely some similarities, although baseball players should recognize the important differences as well. Thanks for your comment!

LOL! Thanks, Shane - I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice! Tom PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”.: go.saguto.golf. If you haven't already worked through it, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews

I'm glad you enjoyed it, Francisco!!

Thanks Jay - I truly appreciate your kind words! I hope your friends are now tuning in!

I'm glad this lesson resonated with you, Ryan!! (And the Monty Python reference is noted and appreciated!) TS

Sounds good, Pete - I hope this helps you to resolve that issue and shallow out your path! TS

I believe he exaggerating the movement in the drill for you to get the feel....but look at his last hit/swing...single plane...skipping the rock

Well, it is until it isn't.....😎 Repetition and drilling of the proper motion ingrains the unique "feels" we must develop in order to trust and execute it, and at that point it is no longer unnatural. Have you checked out the online school yet? It will lead you there step by step.

Hi Greg, It doesn't say you shouldn't "swing" from the top; instead it says you shouldn't "hit" from the top. There's a huge difference. The key is to suppress and eventually eliminate the "hit" instinct - which plagues a majority of amateur golfers - and get the downswing started in the proper sequence. I do my best to convey multiple “feels” or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. As such, it is important to understand that the lessons on this channel - while fully aligned with the swing method I teach - address a variety of topics, issues, feels, and/or common flaws/fixes from one episode to the next. They are certainly not intended to be taken as a comprehensive, step-by-step, position-by-position learning platform like the structured curriculum of my online school, which I strongly recommend to anyone who truly wishes to get on the proper path towards owning this swing as it will make for a far more efficient and enjoyable learning process rather than haphazardly trying to piece things together through my RU-vid content. The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result of the school, and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. Would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to my formal instruction style. Tom Saguto, PGA

Thanks Tracy!! I'm so glad to know that this lesson from the archives resonated do well with you, and I'm thrilled for your resulting improvement!! By the way, if you've not already joined have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping, power and distance, and much more. Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ Keep up the great work and have fun out there!! Tom

Thanks! I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you!! By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning about the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ Have fun out there!! Tom

Thanks Jesse - I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice! Tom PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will really enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/

Nice recovery, Eddie - You've remembered what you forgot so now just don't forget what you've remembered!!!...🤔😂 Cheers! Tom

It is important to understand that the videos, lessons, and drills on this free channel - while fully aligned with the swing method I teach - address a variety of topics, issues, feels, and/or common flaws/fixes from one episode to the next. I do my best to convey different "feels" or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible because we're all unique physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the same desired positions and ball striking results. These channel episodes are certainly not intended to be taken as a sequential learning platform like the structured curriculum of my online school, which I strongly recommend to anyone who truly wishes to get on the proper path towards owning this swing. So many folks across the globe are now playing the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you care to learn more: saguto.golf.

Yessir - very much like that! Cheers! Tom

You and 99+% of the golfing world!! Watch any great player and you'll notice that the speed occurs from waist high to waist high, with a distinct "whoosh" through the zone. TS

Different strokes for different folks, and for those who struggle with premature hip or shoulder rotation at the transition, this feeling of dropping the hands goes a long way towards initiating the proper sequencing of the downswing. Have fun out there! TS

My pleasure, Greg!! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing. Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/

Here's an episode that may help, Shane: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-0IxI_qmaF_A.html

Thanks @Cosmo Drummer - I'm glad this lesson video resonated well with you! Keep up the great work! Tom

Larry - That is FANTASTIC!! Thanks so much for sharing, and congratulations on your success!! Keep up the great work! Tom

That's what I'm talkin' about! Nicely done!!!

@@SagutoGolf I get the sensation on my downswing that all I really do is move my left hip forward, don't worry about anything else and everything just naturally follows through. As if neither my hands nor my arms are involved. Think my swing is making Saguto like progress 😎

Yes, Frans - it is essentially the same swing with every club; just some minor setup differences and naturally occurring shaft plane changes as we graduate up in club length from short irons to woods. In fact, here is a video of Stack and Tilt co-founder Mike Bennett hitting the driver: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-7fmtzyH3rsA.html. It looks very similar to his iron swing, right?: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-SLjwU_1Cc7o.html If you do a search on this channel you'll see some content on the driver and fairway woods. Upon learning this swing properly you will be harnessing the tremendous power source known as "angular momentum". This is the reason my students and online school members of all age ranges end up bombing it farther than they ever had previously. Tom

Thanks - I sincerely appreciate that, and I'm glad to know that you are enjoying my instruction content!! TS

I appreciate your kind words, Richard! The golf swing is indeed overly complicated in particular by one part of the human body - the brain and all the swing nonsense and misguided instruction it has been fed. Garbage in, garbage out; and countless golf swings have sadly been trashed as a result. This is not saying that golf is "easy" as it most certainly is anything but. However, the perceived and overstated complexities of the swing itself can be greatly simplified to convey motions that are body-friendly and physiologically sound, and which simultaneously and effectively harness physics and geometry to produce a most satisfying and long-lasting experience. That's what my instruction style is rooted in, and I'm very glad to know that it is resonating well with you! Tom

I can't capture every element in every video; that's why I have an online school!! 😎 Here's a recent lesson that addresses rotation in the downswing: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-I5XYgKopTb4.html Thanks, Tom

Thanks Joseph!! Glad to know that it helped you!

William - If properly executed, OTT moves don't stand a chance against this swing method as it will produce a nice in-to-out path and beautiful push-draws all day long! My best suggestions if you'd really like to get on the fast track towards owning this swing: 1) Please consider the SagutoGolf online school. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only learning system for the full swing (including the finer points and feels) and much more. This greatly simplifies the process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm constantly adding new content. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. 2) For a very useful supplement to the online school, consider purchasing a copy of the Stack & Tilt book by Mike Bennett and Andy Plummer. It will serve you well as a textbook reference guide for the swing and will be highly supportive of what you will learn in my online school. Beyond these, if you're still struggling after going through the incremental learning process in my school, we can certainly set up an online swing video analysis to identify any latent issues. Thanks, and best of luck to you! Tom

@@SagutoGolf Hey Thanks so much for the reply. The stack and tilt thing seems like a good place to start. Time for another swing deconstruction. Once I get a little more familiarized with it I'm totally good to buy your plan. My eyes were far too big for my stomach with my last deconstruction and I set myself back big time. A shitty golfer can't understand anything Ledbetter, Gankas, Nahkjavani have to say, as great as they are.

Glad you like the lesson videos, Jimi Some Moore!! Different approach? Yes - guilty as charged, I suppose. But I hope they are helping you nonetheless!! Thanks!! Tom

@@SagutoGolf Loving your 'punk' approach and also won the money Monday and today !

You got this, David!

@@SagutoGolf this guy the best

Try watching it frame by frame, Jeff. Pause video and press the period ( . ) button to advance and the comma ( , ) to reverse.

@@SagutoGolf Thanks Tom, I wasn't aware of that playback option and had to do it on my computer. I was able to see the first move from the top and there is a hint of drop 🙂

My own personal "feels" are not relevant to you because they are unique to me, Mario. 😎 (Beyond that, my transition and downswing tend to now run on autopilot because I've grooved it so much over the years.) This is why I do my best to convey multiple feels or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the desired positions, motions, and ball striking results. This is one reason why the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school is so effective. The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness. saguto.golf if you care to take a look. Tom

It is important to understand that the videos, lessons, and drills on this free channel - while fully aligned with the swing method I teach - address a variety of topics, issues, feels, and/or common flaws/fixes from one episode to the next. They are certainly not intended to be taken as a sequential learning platform like the structured curriculum of my online school, which I strongly recommend to anyone who truly wishes to get on the proper path towards learning and owning this swing. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course layout greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm regularly adding new content. This will really put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. Cheers! Tom

Did you happen to have a look at last week's episode specific to the takeaway? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-xakleIvXKxQ.html Beyond that, here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning about the swing in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ TS