Hook Fix Training Aids

Eliminate sharp left curves and hooks with proven training aids that address grip, swing path, and clubface control issues.

What Causes Hooks:

• • Strong grip with hands rotated too far right
• • In-to-out swing path with closed clubface
• • Early release and over-rotation of hands
• • Poor alignment aimed too far right

1. Fix Your Grip

The Problem:

• • Strong grip with hands rotated too far right
• • Can see 4+ knuckles on lead hand
• • Right hand rotated too far under the club
• • Grip promotes early clubface closure

Correct Grip: See only 2-3 knuckles on lead hand, “V” points to right shoulder, neutral hand position.

Training Aids That Help:

2. Correct Your Swing Path

The Problem:

• • In-to-out swing path (too inside)
• • Over-rotation of body and hands
• • Active hands instead of passive release
• • Excessive forearm rotation through impact

Correct Path: More neutral or slightly out-to-in swing path with passive hands and controlled body rotation.

Training Aids That Help:

3. Clubface Control at Impact

The Problem:

• • Clubface too closed at impact
• • Early release of the club
• • Hands flipping over too quickly
• • Clubface pointing left of target line

Correct Impact: Square clubface at impact with controlled release and stable hands through the hitting zone.

Training Aids That Help:

4. Alignment & Ball Position

The Problem:

• • Aimed too far right of target
• • Ball position too far back in stance
• • Compensation by closing clubface
• • Inconsistent setup routine

Correct Setup: Square alignment to target with ball slightly forward of center in stance.

Training Aids That Help:

Drills to Fix a Hook

Lead-Hand Only Drill
Hit shots with just your lead (left) hand. Trains better face control and prevents over-rotation through impact.

Alignment Stick Outside Ball
Place stick just outside ball pointing toward target. Forces swing to stay less inside-out and square up.

Toe-Up to Toe-Up Drill
Make half swings focusing on clubface being toe-up at hip-high both back and through. Promotes square face instead of closed.

Step-Through Drill
Swing while stepping toward target with lead foot. Encourages body rotation and prevents hands from flipping clubface shut.

Professional Tips for Hook Correction

Start with Grip

Most hooks start with grip issues. Fix your grip first before addressing swing path problems.

Feel vs. Real

What feels like a weak grip might actually be neutral. Use training aids to build the correct feel.

Gradual Changes

Make gradual adjustments. Dramatic grip or swing changes can create new problems.

Practice with Purpose

Use training aids during practice, then gradually transition to normal swings without aids.