Pre Hinge — Golf Drill

Learn the pre hinge drill with step-by-step video demonstrations from expert golf instructors.

How each of them teaches it

Coaches who demonstrate the pre hinge drill, each linked at the second they start.

  1. Scratch Golf Academy: Master The WRIST HINGE in your BACKSWING (EFFECTIVE) (from 2:02). Hinge the club directly upward in front of the body, then pivot to the top of the backswing to feel the correct blend of wrist action and body turn.
  2. Scratch Golf Academy: The 3 Essential BACKSWING Tips Every Golfer NEEDS TO KNOW (from 4:43). Hinge the wrists upward while the club is in front of the body, then complete the pivot to ensure the club stays on plane and doesn't get stuck behind the hands.