How to swing a iron?

[rookie2012]

Completely new to golf. I can smash a driver, woods, and hybrid. But can't hit a iron shot to save my life. I really have no idea of how i should swing these irons, with the woods and stuff i just hit it like i do a baseball but that doesn't work with the irons. I can't be the only one with this problem somebody help me.....

[dchoye]

There people who can explain better here but for me irons is more of a seam swing meaning it's more hinge like than centrifugal felt swing like motion

Edited December 3, 2015 by dchoye

[Smidd4]

1 hour ago, rookie2012 said:

Completely new to golf. I can smash a driver, woods, and hybrid. But can't hit a iron shot to save my life. I really have no idea of how i should swing these irons, with the woods and stuff i just hit it like i do a baseball but that doesn't work with the irons. I can't be the only one with this problem somebody help me.....

In my opinion the very best thing you can do is get a lesson now before you develop too many bad habits. A good teacher will get you started off right. It'll also save you from extra frustration since golf already involves so much as it is. 

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If you're right handed,grip the club in your left hand with it over your right shoulder putting the thumb on last so that when you return the club to a normal position the left hand should look something like the photo. ...if left handed,do the opposite.

[rookie2012]

10 minutes ago, Smidd4 said:

In my opinion the very best thing you can do is get a lesson now before you develop too many bad habits. A good teacher will get you started off right. It'll also save you from extra frustration since golf already involves so much as it is. 

I was really hoping i didn't have to get a lesson as Im not looking to spend the extra time and money in personal training.

[vangator]

I'd say your best bet is to give up now and save yourself the frustration.

[Smidd4]

1 hour ago, rookie2012 said:

I was really hoping i didn't have to get a lesson as Im not looking to spend the extra time and money in personal training.

I hear ya man. It will definitely be money and time well spent. All golf is though is extra time, money and a whole hell of a lot of fun. 

[Dave325]

7 hours ago, rookie2012 said:

I was really hoping i didn't have to get a lesson as Im not looking to spend the extra time and money in personal training.

You might want to try Evolvr. It is affordable, pretty quick and is a nice option to help with your specific swing issues. I have used it for the last 4-5 months, though I am ready to start into taking in-person lessons to get further help with my swing. I am confident that in-person lessons with a good instructor is the best you can do... Something I wished I had done years ago.

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Rookie 2012.....tells us about how you hold the club..are you using a baseball grip?...also it would be helpful to know what you think it takes to hit a golf ball solidly. 

[gregsandiego]

8 hours ago, Smidd4 said:

I hear ya man. It will definitely be money and time well spent. All golf is though is extra time, money and a whole hell of a lot of fun. 

I'm not a big fan of ongoing lessons, but the biggest payoff is when you're brand new. The PGA has basic starter lessons all over the place. 

[rookie2012]

4 hours ago, collapse said:

Rookie 2012.....tells us about how you hold the club..are you using a baseball grip?...also it would be helpful to know what you think it takes to hit a golf ball solidly. 

I actually hold it like the picture above. but I don't know if i should swing all arms, hips, or shoulders. It confusing to me.

 

[mvmac]

13 hours ago, rookie2012 said:

Completely new to golf. I can smash a driver, woods, and hybrid. But can't hit a iron shot to save my life. I really have no idea of how i should swing these irons, with the woods and stuff i just hit it like i do a baseball but that doesn't work with the irons. I can't be the only one with this problem somebody help me.....

Couple good resources for you to check out.

 

You can also start a swing thread here and get feedback.

http://thesandtrap.com/forums/forum/13-member-swings/

 

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10 minutes ago, rookie2012 said:

I actually hold it like the picture above. but I don't know if i should swing all arms, hips, or shoulders. It confusing to me.

 

Ok...please try what I suggested over the shoulder,the thumb going  on last is key....start the swing by turning the left shoulder away with  the hands/wrists/arms following in one piece so at the  9 o'clock position the toe of the club is pointing up to slightly closed,shaft parallel to target line.

[rookie2012]

1 minute ago, collapse said:

Ok...please try what I suggested over the shoulder,the thumb going  on last is key....start the swing by turning the left shoulder away with  the hands/wrists/arms following in one piece so at the  9 o'clock position the toe of the club is pointing up to slightly closed,shaft parallel to target line.

ok so i turn away with shoulders, and hips to unwind? Is that what your saying?

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you being right handed,turn away with the left shoulder initiating the action(a pushing away sensation,not pulling)....the hips will follow naturally ...get the left shoulder to 90*.

[mvmac]

14 minutes ago, rookie2012 said:

ok so i turn away with shoulders, and hips to unwind? Is that what your saying?

I'm guessing your head is swaying too much off the ball. Make sure the left shoulder goes down enough, not level to the ground. It'll make solid contact a lot easier. Check out the stuff I posted.

[allenc]

If you can smash woods and hybrids then you should be able to do it.  Stand closer to the ball, bend over a bit more, then do your best to swing the exact same way as your woods.

[dchoye]

going from baseball, its the thumb position that is what i had to get adjusted too . the right thumb stay wrapped around like baseball.

left thumb isnt wrapped anymore, keep left thumb loose and lengthen for my woods.

For my irons strong left hand grip and aim to dig some turf on the target side of the ball.