How to Stop Coming Under the Swing Plane in Golf

Published: June 29, 2024

Coming into impact under the swing plane is one of the most damaging habits in golf, consistently producing blocked shots, thin contact, and unpredictable hooks that wreck your scorecard.

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So it is time to stop coming under the swing plane in golf and take back control of your ball flight once and for all.

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In this video, you will learn exactly what swinging under plane looks like so you can identify it in your own swing, understand the root causes behind it, and discover the specific movements needed to fix it for good.

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You will also see a detailed side-by-side comparison of the GOAT Model's near-perfect downswing plane set against a classic under-plane swing, so the difference becomes crystal clear.

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Checkpoints for Practice

  • Swing Plane Determined by the Elbow Plane of Your Trail Arm
  • If the Club Drops Flatter Than the Elbow Plane You Are Coming Under Plane
  • Also Called Shaft Tipping or Getting Stuck Under the Plane
  • Rotate Lead Forearm Counter Clockwise to Steepen the Downswing and Stay on Plane
  • Work Through the GOAT Drill video lesson to Ingrain Proper Downswing Sequencing

How to Stop Coming Under the Swing Plane in Golf

Learn to maintain your swing plane for better ball flight and consistent shots.

  1. 1

    Identify Your Swing Plane

    Watch the video to see what swinging under the plane looks like. This will help you recognize it in your own swing.

  2. 2

    Understand the Causes

    Learn about the root causes of coming under the swing plane, such as improper elbow positioning and club drop.

  3. 3

    Check Your Elbow Plane

    Ensure that your club does not drop flatter than the elbow plane of your trail arm, as this indicates you are coming under plane.

  4. 4

    Rotate Your Forearm

    Practice rotating your lead forearm counterclockwise to steepen your downswing and help you stay on plane.

  5. 5

    Practice the GOAT Drill

    Work through the GOAT Drill video lesson to reinforce proper downswing sequencing and improve your swing plane consistency.

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