Learn the golf swing basics for beginners with this simple lesson on upper vs. lower body sequence. Bob Kurtz explains how to swing with better timing, more consistency, and more power.
If you’re a beginner golfer or getting back into the game, this video breaks down the real swing sequence pros use — so you can stop guessing and start making solid contact.
What you’ll learn:
Why movie swings like Happy Gilmore do not help your fundamentals.
How upper body and lower body sequence work together in the golf swing.
Why the downswing starts from the ground up.
The simple beginner-friendly feel that improves contact and consistency.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and why golf movies are not instruction.
01:51 Upper vs. lower body sequence.
03:10 How pros generate power with the legs.
Key terms:
Sequence: the order your body moves in the swing.
Shoulder turn: upper body rotation in the backswing.
Lower body lead: hips and legs starting the downswing.
Takeaway: the first move away from the ball.
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Hi everyone,
I’m really glad you’re here for part two of our beginner series. As a film guy, I’ve always loved a good golf movie but don’t let a little Hollywood “Happy Gilmore” energy mess up your scorecard.
The real key to a consistent, powerful swing comes down to one thing: SEQUENCE!
First comes the turn: start the swing with your upper body and shoulders.
Then comes the strike: at the top of the swing, let your lower body and legs lead the way.
And finally, the finish: remember, you really hit the ball with your legs, while your arms and hands just follow along.
A lot of golfers get this backward by firing the hips too soon and swinging mostly with the arms. But once you understand the timing between your upper and lower body, you’ll be way ahead of the game.
What’s one part of your swing you’re focusing on this week? Drop it in the comments? I’d love to help you out!
Keep swinging,
Bob
Love these instructional videos!
I for some reason really struggle to rotate my body and my feet always feel like they need to be planted but your video made it easy to think around that idea