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Impossible bunker shots are easy with this technique
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This unorthodox putting technique could be the fix your putting needs
Major winner Paul Azinger has an unorthodox putting technique that could fix your woes on the greens for good.Gary Player’s technique for easily escaping fairway bunkers
Shots from a fairway bunker can be scary, but with this technique from Gary Player, you can put those fears to rest.Why you struggle shifting your weight during the golf swing
A proper weight shift is key for making solid golf swings. Major winner Al Geiberger explains how to execute it to perfection.Fred Couples has a simple technique for high, soft-landing wedges
Fred Couples shares the simple secret for hitting a lob wedges that flies high and lands soft on the greens.11 of the best golf tips of all time, according to top teachers
In this edition of Timeless Tips we hear from some GOLF Top 100 Teacher alums who share the best swing tips they’ve ever heard.Ben Crenshaw’s legendary coach reveals secrets to elite putting
Harvey Penick, the long-time coach of two-time Masters winner Ben Crenshaw, has some advice for those looking to improve their putting.Arnold Palmer explains the secrets for mastering your long irons
Arnold Palmer was one of the greatest shotmakers of all time. Here is his advice on how to master your long irons.GOLF Magazine’s Top 100 Teachers in America for 2026-27: The complete list
GOLF Magazine’s Top 100 Teachers in America for 2026-27 are the premier instructors in the game. Here is the full list.15 nuggets of golf wisdom from our newest crop of Top 100 Teachers
We asked our newest Top 100 Teachers for bite-sized nuggets of game-improvement wisdom that have helped shape their teaching philosophies.Meet GOLF Magazine’s 2026-27 Teachers to Watch, golf instruction’s rising stars
Introducing GOLF Magazine’s Teachers to Watch for 2026-27, the rising stars in golf coaching from around the U.S.GOLF Magazine’s 2026-27 Top 100 Teachers: Hall of Fame inductees
On the heels of revealing GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers for 2026-2027, this list recognizes the teachers receiving Hall of Fame induction.GOLF Magazine’s 2026-27 Top 100 Teachers: Alumni list
On the heels of revealing GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers for 2026-27, this list recognizes the teachers now a part of the alumni group.GOLF Magazine’s 2026-27 Top 100 Teachers: Lifetime Achievement recipients
On the heels of revealing GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers for 2026-27, this list recognizes the teachers receiving Lifetime Achievement status.Groove a perfect backswing with this expert advice
GOLF Top 100 Teacher V.J. Trolio explains the dos and don’ts of the backswing. Try them yourself for better ball striking.Copy this easy driver drill to fix your slice for good
Set a yoga block or similar soft item just outside the ball when you practice your driver swing. This will help you make an inside-out strike.Fix your palm to shape shots like a pro
Want to improve your shot-shaping? Adjusting the position of your trail-hand palm when you grip the club at address can do wonders.Groove a perfect backswing with this expert advice
GOLF Top 100 Teacher V.J. Trolio explains the dos and don’ts of the backswing. Try them yourself for better ball striking.Hit low pitch shots with ease by following these tips
Hitting low controlled pitch shots is an easy way to shave strokes off your score. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Mike Malizia explains how.2 different strategies for escaping buried bunker lies
When you encounter a fried-egg lie in the bunker, you’ve got a couple different options for how to escape.A simple trick to hit crisp chips shots every time
If you are looking for more solid contact on your chip shots, try this simple trick from GOLF Teacher to Watch Kevin Weeks.The real reason you blade chip shots from tight lies
Parker McLachlin, aka the Short Game Chef, explains why you blade chips from tight lies — and offers an easy fix.
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Impossible bunker shots are easy with this technique
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker explains the technique for short-sided bunker shots off hard sand.The ‘worst thing’ you can do in the bunker — and how to fix it
In today’s edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker shares a quick fix for a common mistake in the bunker.What you’ve been getting wrong about forward shaft lean
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker explains what you’ve been getting wrong about forward shaft lean at impact.Why these tricky putts drive golfers crazy (and how to make more of them)
In this edition of Play Smart, instructor Kelan McDonagh explains why left-to-right putts are so tricky for most golfers.Create easy power using this dynamic exercise for weight shift
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker shares a routine that helps simulate proper weight shift in the swing.Unleash longer drives by mastering this 1 key move
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Dave Phillips explains a move pros use to generate a positive angle of attack off the tee.How to find the best possible setup position for your body type
In this edition of Play Smart, LPGA professional Gia Liwski shows us how to find the proper setup position to make a good swing.Find the center of your stance for better contact with your irons
Finding the true center of your stance will help you hit better shots with your irons. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker shows you how.6 shots amateurs never practice — but they should
There are a number of shots that amateur golfers never practice. Here are six from Top 100 Teacher Tom Stickney that will help your game.This common mistake kills your bunker game. Here’s how to fix it
Having trouble escaping the sand? You might be hitting too far behind the ball in the bunker. Here’s how to fix that flaw.How high-tech mobility analysis diagnosed this golfer’s swing flaws
In this edition of Shaving Strokes, Top 100 Teacher Tom Stickney explains how he used Proscreen AI to help diagnose a student’s flaws.This sneaky ‘toe tap’ move will improve your chipping instantly
Want to boost your short game? This simple drill will teach you to properly shift your pressure on delicate wedge shots around the green.Simple course-management tips for breaking 100, 90, 80 and par
Want to break through a scoring barrier this season? Follow these simple tips from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger.Want to hit longer drives? Use this drill to increase your attack angle
Hitting longer drives can be achieved by increasing your attack angle. Here’s an easy drill to practice that.Joaquin Niemann’s surprising swing story (and 10 other things he taught me)
How’d Joaquin Niemann build his unique golf swing?! Chopping weeds and skipping stones, partly. He tells all on ‘Warming Up.’Dustin Johnson improved his wedge play with this genius tactic
In a recent episode of Warming Up with GOLF’s Dylan Dethier, Johnson revealed the tool and tactic that helped him dial in his wedges.How full-sending shots on the range can help you on the course
In the latest episode of Warming Up, Dustin Johnson explained why he tries to hit every one of his clubs with max effort while on the range.5 lessons Dustin Johnson taught me in 37 minutes on the driving range
Dustin Johnson sees value in absolutely sending it on the driving range. That plus more from a half-hour of DJ talking golf on “Warming Up.”How to hit Shane Lowry’s low, flighted draw
One shot that Shane Lowry practices before every round is his low, flighted draw. Here, he explains how you can hit it, too.Tyrrell Hatton and Jon Rahm taught me 10 lessons in 45 minutes. Here they are
Tyrrell Hatton and Jon Rahm joined my on the range for the latest episode of Warming Up — which included a few lessons and plenty of jokes.Unlocking Masters secrets: 7 major champs dish on Augusta prep
How do some of the game’s top players prep for the Masters? We asked a handful for their tips and tricks around Augusta National.6 key positions that will add power to your golf swing
Hitting the ball long off the tee can be easily achieved by hitting a few key positions in the swing. Here’s how.This golfer generates nearly 150 mph of clubhead speed. Here’s how
Golf isn’t Jackson Eells’ main sport, but he still swings the club harder than most pros. Here’s his secret.Unleash longer drives by mastering this 1 key move
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Dave Phillips explains a move pros use to generate a positive angle of attack off the tee.How to add clubhead speed in just 3 swings
Want to add some clubhead speed to your arsenal? You can do so with just three swings, says Top 100 Teacher Scott Munroe.3 swing keys to help you smoke your driver, according to a top teacher
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Mike Malizia shares three swing keys you can lean on to smoke your driver off the tee.Add more power to your golf swing by practicing this key move
TPI co-founder Dr. Greg Rose demonstrates a key move you can use to generate more swing speed and more power.This tweak effortlessly produces more hip turn (& longer drives)
In this edition of Play Smart, instructor Kelan McDonagh shows a simple setup tweak that will help you hit longer drives.The 1 move you need to hit pure iron shots out of thick rough
If you struggle to hit solid shots out of the rough, it could be because your angle of attack is too shallow.Want to hit your long irons pure? Focus on these 5 keys
GOLFTEC Director of Teaching Quality Josh Troyer explains five swing keys that will help you hit your long irons better.How can you generate more spin out of the rough?
Looking to generate more spin with your irons out of the rough? Changing into some of the newest Titleist irons could do the trick.Why you can’t stop chunking the golf ball — and how to fix it
GOLFTEC Director of Teaching Quality Josh Troyer explains the big reason golfers chunk the ball — and offers an easy fix.1 key adjustment that makes knockdown shots a breeze
In this edition of Play Smart, Subpar co-host Colt Knost explains a key adjustment you should be making when hitting a knockdown shot.Arnold Palmer explains the secrets for mastering your long irons
Arnold Palmer was one of the greatest shotmakers of all time. Here is his advice on how to master your long irons.An easy way to compress the ball and hit your irons longer
Here’s easy method for teaching yourself how to compress shots with your irons, explained by GOLFTEC Director of Teaching Quality Josh Troyer.5 keys for pulling off a flop shot on command
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel shares five keys for how (and when) to hit a flop shot around the greens.Hit low pitch shots with ease by following these tips
Hitting low controlled pitch shots is an easy way to shave strokes off your score. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Mike Malizia explains how.A simple trick to hit crisp chips shots every time
If you are looking for more solid contact on your chip shots, try this simple trick from GOLF Teacher to Watch Kevin Weeks.The real reason you blade chip shots from tight lies
Parker McLachlin, aka the Short Game Chef, explains why you blade chips from tight lies — and offers an easy fix.5 keys for developing better touch around the greens
Having soft touch around the greens is crucial for a solid short game. Here’s how you can work on developing better touch.Stop making this takeaway mistake to easily improve your short game
Parker McLachlin — a.k.a. the Short Game Chef — says cleaning up this takeaway mistake will instantly improve your chipping.Fred Couples has a simple technique for high, soft-landing wedges
Fred Couples shares the simple secret for hitting a lob wedges that flies high and lands soft on the greens.Impossible bunker shots are easy with this technique
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker explains the technique for short-sided bunker shots off hard sand.The ‘worst thing’ you can do in the bunker — and how to fix it
In today’s edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker shares a quick fix for a common mistake in the bunker.2 different strategies for escaping buried bunker lies
When you encounter a fried-egg lie in the bunker, you’ve got a couple different options for how to escape.5 keys for escaping a buried lie in the bunker
A fried-egg lie is one of the trickiest shots in golf. Here are five keys you can use to escape next time you find your ball buried.Gary Player’s technique for easily escaping fairway bunkers
Shots from a fairway bunker can be scary, but with this technique from Gary Player, you can put those fears to rest.The real reason you struggle with bunker shots — and how to fix it
Struggling with fat or thin bunker shots? These four setup adjustments will boost your consistency and help you escape the sand.How to hit a fried egg bunker shot in 5 easy steps
Use this top teacher’s simple keys to master these tricky greenside bunker shots and give yourself a chance at saving par.New study explains phenomena behind your putts not falling
How do lip outs happen? A recent study analyzed golf’s most brutal results and came up with some fascinating conclusions.This game is guaranteed to make you a better putter
GOLF Hall of Fame Teacher and legendary short-game coach Dave Pelz swore by this easy trick to help you sink more putts.This unorthodox putting technique could be the fix your putting needs
Major winner Paul Azinger has an unorthodox putting technique that could fix your woes on the greens for good.Why these tricky putts drive golfers crazy (and how to make more of them)
In this edition of Play Smart, instructor Kelan McDonagh explains why left-to-right putts are so tricky for most golfers.Want fewer 3-putts? Try this genius putting speed drill
Reducing three-putts is all about having better speed on the greens. This drill will help you dial in your touch with just a thread and tees.Don’t make this critical mistake when practicing your putting
Three-putting is one of the most common ways golfers waste strokes on the course. Here are three drills you can use to cut down on them.Ben Crenshaw’s legendary coach reveals secrets to elite putting
Harvey Penick, the long-time coach of two-time Masters winner Ben Crenshaw, has some advice for those looking to improve their putting.3 easy exercises every golfer needs to protect their shoulders
Build strong, healthy shoulders with three easy exercises designed to boost performance and keep you pain-free all season long.Looking for a good golf warm up? These 4 moves will prime your body to swing
Follow along with this simple routine to get your body moving and key muscles firing before you even touch a club.I copied Scottie Scheffler’s warm-up routine. Here’s what I learned
I tried the same warm-up routine Scottie Scheffler uses before every round to see how it might help my game. Here’s what I learned.Use this 5-minute warm-up to get loose before your next round
Fitness coach Mike Carroll shares five exercises you can use to get loose in a hurry before your next round.How high-tech mobility analysis diagnosed this golfer’s swing flaws
In this edition of Shaving Strokes, Top 100 Teacher Tom Stickney explains how he used Proscreen AI to help diagnose a student’s flaws.What are the best golf stretches to do before a round?
What are the best golf stretches to do before your round? A few GOLF Top 100 Teachers share their best tips for getting loose.‘It was see food, eat food’: Pro used this diet to gain ‘20 pounds of muscle’
Pro Will Zalatoris, via a PGA Tour video, said he used this diet to gain “20 pounds of muscle.” “It was see food, eat food,” he said.Rules Guy: I watched a dog pick up my ball. What now?
What do you do when a dog picks up your golf ball. Can you replace it without penalty? Rules Guy has the answer.Rules Guy: Is it legal to putt while puffing a cigar?
If you like to enjoy a cigar during your round, is it legal to smoke it during your putting stroke? Rules Guy has the answer.Rules Guy: My opponent putts with his mark to the side of his ball. Is that legal?
What do you do if you notice your opponent making a stroke without picking up his ball mark? Rules Guy has the answer.How pro golfers actually regain amateur status, explained by an expert
Not every pro golfer who applies to regain amateur status zooms back to the amateur ranks. Here’s how the process works.Rules Guy: How should a wrong-ball penalty be assessed when playing both match and stroke play?
If your playing partner hits a wrong ball but you’re playing both match play and stroke play, how should you assess the penalty?Should you get free relief from absurd lies? The Etiquetteist weighs in
The Rules of Golf are very clear about bad lies in the fairway. But golf etiquette follows a different set of guidelines.Rules Guy: A homeowner tossed my wayward ball back to me. What now?
What do you do when someone tosses your ball back to you? Do you have to take a penalty? Rules Guy has the answer.Latest in Instruction
Impossible bunker shots are easy with this technique
The wedge method pros use for pinpoint accuracy
GOLF Magazine’s Top 100 Teachers in America for 2026-27: The complete list
15 nuggets of golf wisdom from our newest crop of Top 100 Teachers
Meet GOLF Magazine’s 2026-27 Teachers to Watch, golf instruction’s rising stars
GOLF Magazine’s 2026-27 Top 100 Teachers: Hall of Fame inductees
