Jimmy from Tropicana Golf demonstrates how 'smooth is king' during an on-course playing lesson at San Dimas Canyon. He teaches guest Adrian Franco to dial back aggression using techniques like the 'Vacation Swing' and 'Swing the V' for wedges. The video emphasizes that better rhythm and taking more club leads to more consistent ball striking and better scores.
Adopt a '3-2-1' rhythm to prevent rushing the transition and 'killing' the ball.
Take more club than you think you need and swing at 70% effort (the 'Vacation Swing').
For short wedges, keep the arms in a 'V' shape to simplify the strike and control distance.
Improve putting speed by aiming for a large visual circle around the hole rather than obsessing over the exact line.
Lag is created by a 'half-swing' feel at the top that allows the body's turn to pull the club through naturally.