You’ll be Shocked at How EASY This Bunker Technique Is
How to Get Out of Bunkers Every Time
In this section, the speaker explains how to get out of bunkers every time, no matter what type of sand you are playing in.
Hitting Sand Instead of the Ball
- The goal is to hit an inch or two behind the golf ball and let the club glide through the sand.
- If you hit the ball first, it will go too far.
- This technique works well with fluffy sand.
Adjusting for Compact Sand
- If the sand is compact, hitting an inch or two behind the ball won't work.
- The club will bounce off the ground and thin it straight into the face.
- To adjust for compact sand, change your club and setup.
Simple Way to Get Out Every Time
- Focus on hitting sand towards the flag instead of worrying about setup.
- Use a wide stance for stability and keep your legs still.
- Hit any form of sand towards the flag without worrying about where the ball goes.
Controlling Distance
- To control distance, push more or less sand forward onto the green.
- Push less sand for a shorter distance and more sand for a longer distance.
Getting Precision in Bunker Shots
In this section, the speaker explains how to get precision in bunker shots by adjusting your setup and focusing on hitting specific spots in the bunker.
Setting Up Correctly
- Use a wide stance for stability and keep your legs still throughout your shot.
- Keep your knee straight over your lead foot to ensure accuracy.
Visualizing Your Shot
- Visualize where you want to hit in relation to where you want your ball to go.
- Make sure that you're set up correctly so that you can land in that spot.
Focusing on Specific Spots
- Focus on hitting specific spots in the bunker to ensure precision.
- You don't have to be right next to the ball; you can be a few inches away and still hit it accurately.
How Deep to Go in Bunkers
In this section, the instructor explains how deep to go when playing out of bunkers. He emphasizes that it is important to focus on depth and not empty the bunker or take just a few grains.
Imagining Digging Soft Soil vs Concrete
- When digging soft soil, you can dig and toss it around with your spade.
- When digging concrete, you need to go steeper and throw it from a different body position.
- The same principles apply when playing golf out of bunkers.
Changing Implements for Hard Sand
- When playing out of hard sand, change your club to one with less bounce.
- Use a 60-degree wedge with low bounce for hard bunkers.
- Move your body more towards the sand and dig deeper into the sand.
Adjusting Approach Based on Sand Type
- For rock-hard bunkers, move your ball back and use a wider stance.
- Release the club in soft sand but finish much more here in rock-hard bunkers.
- Keep it simple by focusing on precision and hitting the sand in the right spot every time.
Practice Plan for Bunker Play
In this section, the instructor provides tips for practicing bunker play. He suggests starting with getting used to hitting sand before moving onto precision shots.
Steps for Practicing Bunker Play
- Start by getting used to hitting sand and throwing it out onto the green.
- Move onto precision shots by hitting the sand in the right spot every time.
- Practice playing around with different types of sand and adjusting your approach accordingly.
Conclusion
In this video, the instructor provides tips for playing out of bunkers. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on depth and adjusting your approach based on the type of sand you are playing out of. The instructor also provides a practice plan for improving your bunker play.