10 Driving Drills to Improve Power, Accuracy & Consistency
Alignment Stick Setup
Purpose: Reinforces proper aim and body alignment
Instructions:
Place one alignment stick on the ground parallel to your intended target line, just outside the ball.
Position a second stick perpendicular to your feet to check stance width and ball position.
Step into your setup and use the sticks to confirm that your feet, hips and shoulders are aligned correctly.
Practice hitting drives while maintaining this alignment, adjusting only the clubface to shape shots.
Mid-Spine Rotation Drill
Purpose: Builds core-powered rotation for better clubhead speed
Instructions:
Stand upright and place a club across your shoulders behind your neck.
Rotate your torso back and through as if mimicking a swing, keeping your lower body stable.
Focus on turning from mid-spine, not just the shoulders or arms.
Repeat slowly and deliberately to build rotational strength and awareness.
Weight Transfer Step-Through
Purpose: Teaches dynamic weight shift and balance
Instructions:
Begin with your feet together and the driver in hand.
As you start your backswing, step forward with you lead foot into a full swing motion.
Finish with your weight fully transferred to the lead side and your trail foot balanced on the toe.
Repeat to build rhythm and reinforce proper sequencing from backswing to follow-through.
Rhythm & Tempo with Metronome
Purpose: Develops consistent swing timing
Instructions:
Set a metronome to a comfortable pace (around 60-75 beats per minute) or count aloud “1-2-3.”
Match your takeaway, transition, and downswing to the rhythm.
Focus on a smooth, flowing motion rather than rushing through the swing.
Practice with and without the ball to internalize the tempo.
Foot Spray Strike Monitoring
Purpose: Reveals impact location on clubface
Instructions:
Lightly spray foot powder or impact spray on the face of your driver.
Hit a ball and observe the mark left behind - center, heel, or toe.
Use the feedback to adjust your setup, swing path, or ball position.
Repeat and track patterns to improve center-face contact.
Tee Gate Accuracy Drill
Purpose: Trains square clubface delivery
Instructions:
Insert two tees into the ground just wider than your driver head.
Address the ball and swing through without touching the tees.
This forces you to deliver the clubhead squarely and on-plane.
Start slow, then build up to full-speed swings while maintaining control.
Mirror Check for Posture
Purpose: Builds awareness of setup fundamentals
Instructions:
Stand in front of a mirror or record yourself with a phone.
Check your spine angle, shoulder tilt, and head position.
Practice holding your posture through the takeaway and into impact.
Repeat daily to reinforce muscle memory and setup consistency.
Pause at the Top Drill
Purpose: Improves transition control and sequencing
Instructions:
Take a slow, deliberate backswing and pause briefly at the top.
Feel the coil and weight shift before beginning the downswing.
Focus on initiating the downswing with your lower body, not your hands.
Repeat to build awareness and eliminate rushed transitions.
Lead Arm Extension Drill
Purpose: Promotes better extension and directional control
Instructions:
During your swing, concentrate on keeping your lead arm extended through impact.
Use slow-motion swings to feel the extension and maintain structure.
After impact, your lead are should continue pointing toward the target.
This helps maintain width and improves clubface stability.
Target Ladder Drill
Purpose: Builds adaptability and shot planning
Instructions:
Choose five targets at increasing distances (e.g., 100, 150, 175, 200, 250 yards). For Seniors and Ladies (80, 100, 120, 140, 160 yards)
Hit one drive to each, adjusting power and trajectory while keeping mechanics consistent.
Track your results and note which adjustments helped or hindered performance.
Repeat the ladder weekly to build control and strategic awareness.