The Kneecap Setup Drill

Find Your Perfect Athletic Stance for Every Club

Sticks: 1

Config: Together

Focus: Full Swing

Drill Objective

One of the most common questions in golf is how to set up correctly to the ball. This drill provides a foolproof "checkpoint" to ensure you are in an athletic position every time. By using the "kneecap touch" method, you can automatically adjust your posture to match the length of any club, from a wedge to a long iron.

Set-Up

Choose a club (start with a wedge or a 7-iron to feel the difference).
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the club in front of you.
Prepare to hinge from your hips to find your stance.

Instructions

Hinge forward from your hips and slightly flex your knees until you can touch the top of your kneecaps with your fingertips.
From this position, let your arms hang and grip the club.
Notice how your posture changes: with a wedge, you will feel a bit "flatter" and closer to the ball; with a 7-iron, you will stand slightly taller.
Verify that the club shaft feels perpendicular to your spine angle.
Once aligned, take your swing.