Golf Drills: Release Alternation Drill

This drill will help you learn how to release the club properly and feel the correct rotation of the wrists through impact.

Written by Zach

Last Updated: May 31, 2024

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Who is this drill best for?

  • Golfers who want to practice different ball flight trajectories
  • Golfers who struggle releasing the golf club

Required Materials and Equipment

  • A wedge or weighted club

Drill Overview

The release alternation drill helps a golfer feel the difference between a "power" and "finesse" release in the golf swing.

Drill Instructions

  1. Grab a wedge
  2. Hit chip shots alternating between the power and finesse release, noting how the ball flight changes

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