How to Add Power to Your Pivot

January 31, 2017

The dynamic teaching duo of Mike and Sandy LaBauve

Last week, we brought you Tim Mahoney showing you how to make an effective body turn in the golf swing.

This week, we showcased our picks for the best Scottsdale golf schools to hone your game. Included in that list is the husband and wife duo of Mike and Sandy LaBauve of LaBauve golf at Kierland Golf Club. Both have earned Southwest Section Teacher of the Year honors and have been listed regularly among America’s top 50 teachers by Golf Digest.

In the video below, Mike LaBauve shows a tip for increasing power and speed in your golf swing through your pivot. Included:

Why you can let your hips and your legs turn a little bit to free up your body rotation
See a move popularized by Sam Snead and how it might work for you
How speed in your swing is multiplied at the end of the clubhead, thus increasing distance

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