Danny Maude introduces a simplified 3-step approach to chipping centered around the 'Putting with Loft' concept. By aligning the body and club like a putter and focusing on 'bruising the ground' with the club's bounce, golfers can eliminate fat and thin shots while gaining the versatility to hit high soft shots and chips from the rough.
Adopt a narrow stance (club-width apart) with shoulders level to ensure a consistent strike.
Use a putting-like pendulum motion where the arms and body move together to avoid 'yippy' wrist action.
Utilize the 'bounce' of the wedge by feeling the base of the club bruise the grass rather than the leading edge digging.
Adjust ball position and shaft lean to change trajectory: ball back for low runners, ball forward for high soft shots.
For high shots, use a longer swing with slight wrist hinge to let the loft of the club do the work.