Trail Hand Arc — Golf Drill

Learn the trail hand arc drill with step-by-step video demonstrations from expert golf instructors.

How each of them teaches it

Coaches who demonstrate the trail hand arc drill, each linked at the second they start.

  1. Scratch Golf Academy: How to Swing a Golf Club for Beginners (4 Simple Keys) (from 1:28). Grip the club with only your trail hand at the bottom of the grip and make small, flowing motions to feel a clean circle.
  2. Scratch Golf Academy: How To Swing a Golf Club for Beginners (Easy Golf Tips) (from 1:27). Grip down to the bottom of the handle with only the trail hand and make small, flowing motions to feel the club's circular arc.
  3. Danny Maude: Before Hitting Bunker Shots Do This For 5 Seconds (from 5:00). Swinging the club with only the trail hand to feel the natural falling arc and consistent entry point in the sand.