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How To Grip The Golf Club Made Simple
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How To Grip The Golf Club Made Simple

Learn proper hand placement, avoid common mistakes, and find the right grip pressure for consistency.

Why Watch This?

If grip confusion is ruining your swing, this video simplifies it. The instructors demonstrate:

  • The correct way to position your fingers and thumbs

  • The "finger grip vs. palm grip" mistake that ruins consistency

  • The difference between "light grip" and "death grip" pressure

Itʼs quick, practical, and easy to apply.

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Why Your Grip is the Most Important Part of Your Swing


The grip is the only connection between you and the golf club. It dictates your ability to control the clubface, generate power, and hit the ball consistently. If your grip is off, even the best swing mechanics wonʼt save you from poor shots.


A proper grip helps you:

  • Square the clubface at impact for straighter shots

  • Control shot direction and ball flight

  • Create the right amount of wrist hinge for power and consistency


A bad grip can cause common problems like slices, hooks, loss of power, and inconsistency. Many beginners grip the club too tightly, making their swing rigid and unnatural.


The Two Common Golf Grips: Interlock vs. Overlap


There are two widely used grips in golf:


1. The Interlock Grip

  • Used by Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus

  • The pinky finger of the trailing hand interlocks with the index finger of the lead hand

  • Ideal for players with smaller hands or those who want more connection between hands


Pros: Creates a strong, unified grip for control and power

Cons: Can feel restrictive for players with larger hands


2. The Overlap Grip (Vardon Grip)

  • Used by most PGA Tour players

  • The pinky finger of the trailing hand rests on top of the index and middle fingers of the lead hand

  • Best for players with larger hands who want a relaxed but stable grip


Pros: Encourages wrist flexibility and natural swing flow

Cons: Can feel less secure for beginners


Two Ways to Learn the Golf Grip: Directive vs. Analogy-Based Teaching


Some golfers learn best with step-by-step technical instruction (Directive- Based), while others improve through feel and metaphors (Analogy-Based).

Pick the method that resonates with you!


Directive-Based Approach: How to Properly Grip the Golf Club

If you prefer clear, structured steps, follow this step-by-step guide:

  1. Position the Club in Your Fingers: Hold the club more in the fingers than the palm. This allows for better wrist hinge and control.

  2. Lead Hand Placement: Your lead hand (left for right-handed golfers) should rest diagonally across your fingers. Wrap your fingers around the grip, keeping the thumb on top.

  3. Trail Hand Placement: Place your trail hand (right for right-handed golfers) below the lead hand, overlapping or interlocking with the lead handʼs index finger. The thumb should fit snugly into the crease of your trailing hand.

  4. Grip Pressure: Hold the club like youʼre holding a bird—firm enough that it wonʼt fly away, but not so tight that you crush it.

  5. Check Your Knuckles: Looking down, you should see two to three knuckles of your lead hand.

Analogy-Based Approach: Feeling the Right Grip

If you learn better through feel and comparisons, try these analogies:

  • The Baseball Bat Grip: Imagine gripping a baseball bat but lightly, allowing for some wrist movement. This ensures youʼre not strangling the club.

  • The Handshake: Imagine youʼre shaking hands with the club—not squeezing too tight, just a firm, natural grip.

  • The Bird Grip: Hold the club like a small bird—secure, but not too tight that you crush it. This keeps your hands relaxed and helps with fluid swing motion.



Final Thoughts: Find Your Perfect Grip & Build a Solid Swing


A correct grip sets you up for success. Whether you learn best through technical instruction or feel-based learning, the key is to find what works for you.

  • Watch these videos

  • Try different grip styles

  • Experiment with grip pressure


Next Up: Stance & Posture—The Foundation of a Consistent Swing


Now that you know how to hold the club, itʼs time to focus on your stance and posture—the building blocks of every great golf swing.

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