Golf Swing Fix | Fix Your Slice, Learn Effortless Power, Hit a Draw

Craig Jones
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Golf Swing Fix | Fix Your Slice, Learn Effortless Power, Hit a Draw

Golf Swing Fix is the podcast for 12+ handicappers tired of swing confusion and wasted range sessions. Hosted by Craig Jones—a 25-year coach, former Golftec owner, and founder of Face First Golf—this show helps you simplify your swing and transform your game with short, focused home practice. Join over 20,000 players who have already used Face First Golf to turn their weak slice into a powerful draw. If you want to fix your slice, gain effortless power, and hit a draw—and you know the range isn’t the answer—you’re in the right place. Get clear, practical advice to make real progress without overcomplicating your swing.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    #47 Why the Driving Range is Wasting Your Time (And What to Do Instead)

    If you're stuck in an endless cycle of swing tips, wasted range sessions, and frustration, you're not alone. In this episode of Golf Swing Fix, Craig Jones is back and breaking down why the driving range isn’t helping your game—and what actually works instead. Craig shares why short, frequent at-home practice is the fastest way to transform your swing, helping you fix your slice, develop effortless power, and finally hit a draw. You'll also learn why an open clubface is the root cause of an over-the-top swing, how grip adjustments can unlock better ball striking, and why most golfers are sabotaging their progress without realizing it. If you're ready to simplify your practice, ditch the confusion, and start seeing real results, Craig has the tools to help—whether through his full-access membership, personal swing analysis, or the free Face First Golf Facebook group. Tune in and take the first step toward fixing your swing for good. Want to join our free Facebook group with almost 7,000 members? click here to join.  Want real coaching and real resuts? Visit us at www.facefirstgolf.com

    29 min

  2. 06/20/2024

    #46 How to recover from a bad round

    Today, I share a personal story about a rough round of golf I had, and how journaling helped me pinpoint the issue with my swing. Then we get into a topic that keeps coming up during the Live Lesson Friday sessions that I do weekly via Zoom with the members... keeping your elbows together for a better shoulder turn, better synchronization, and better tempo.  Then I share my favorite training aid for making your range sessions better.  As always... Remember the #1 key to improvement... one coach, one voice. Turn off the tips, practice daily for just 10 minutes, and see the difference.  Visit facefirstgolf.com to contact me or book a Zoom session with me. Let's get you on the proven path to your best golf!

    12 min

  3. 06/18/2024

    #45 My Bryson story and breaking down the shot the made history

    The force was with Bryson on US Open Sunday.  Today I tell a story of how I used to feel about Bryson and how that all changed in March of 2023 when he went out of his way to spend some real quality time with my 12 year old son.  It's something neither of us will ever forget.  Then we break down the shot that made history.  The WAY he decided to play it was, like so many other things about his game, unconventional.  You're going to see that shot replayed over and over whether you like it or not.  Hopefully my explanation of WHAT he did and WHY he did it will make watching it a million times in the coming years even more interesting.

    19 min

  4. 06/16/2024

    #44 Stages of improvement and being okay with where you are

    Today we're laying out the stages to improvement.  Where are you in these stages? And do you really HAVE to do anything? Just knowing where you are and understanding the stages is progress in itself.  Give yourself grace and don't put pressure on yourself.  You are where you should be and you'll take the next steps when your ready.  And you'll do it from an informed perspective.

    10 min

  5. 06/15/2024

    #43 Longer bunker shots

    Today, I’ve got a fresh story for you. Yesterday, on the seventh hole at Gallery North Course in Marana, Arizona, my buddy Josh hit his tee shot into a bunker. He had that long bunker shot that everyone dreads - about 40 yards. He hit a 60-degree lob wedge and came up way short. Here’s where it gets interesting: I had him switch to a 46-degree pitching wedge and hit the same shot. The result? Two out of three within ten feet. The lesson here is about using the right club and avoiding deceleration. Most players swing too easy, fearing they’ll hit the ball first. Instead, you need to swing with enough speed to get the sand—and the ball—out of the bunker. When practicing, focus on hitting the sand with enough speed to throw it out of the bunker. Keep your weight on your front foot and target a specific grain of sand. This precision will build your confidence and improve your bunker shots. For distances, use a 56-degree sand wedge up to 20 yards, a 52-degree gap wedge for 20-30 yards, a pitching wedge for 30-45 yards, and a 9-iron for 50 yards. Practice these adjustments, and you’ll see a huge improvement. If you're ready to take your game to the next level, shoot me a text at 480-375-5393.  If you want to chat with me on Zoom, go to https://facefirstgolf.com/talk-to-craig/.

    14 min

  6. 06/14/2024

    #42 Is it time to marry your golf game?

    When it comes to improving your game, most people "play the field" to their own detriment.  I got the idea for today's episode from a podcast I listened to by Alex Hormozi - a business mogul who's in his 30's and worth over $200 million.  He said that before he got married, he spent 40% of his time "chasing tail" - his words not mine - haha! And getting married freed up 40% of his time.  He was relating the same concept to business owners. He said most business owners waste 40% of their time thinking about side hustle businesses or other opportunities that are a waste of time. The real opportunity is in growing their core business, but they never "get married" to their business and put all their effort into what is really their bread and butter.  Isn't it the same with your golf game? There's too much information available out there.  And most players don't have the discipline to tune out the noise and focus on what matters.  And what matters if you're a 12+ handicap player is learning to swing from the inside on the downswing and release the club.  That's the skill you need to break through to get to the next level.  But most players never "marry their game" and spend their time "chasing tail" instead.  They listen to every tip online whether or not it even applies to them.  They'd be better served chipping away at learning the only thing that matters... Building the skill of swinging the club from the inside and making a powerful forearm rollover release.  Take Micheline from Canada, for example. She has put in the work and stayed focused on just those 2 things for almost 2 years now. Her first year with Face First Golf, she shot an 86 - a personal best by a long shot.  Now a year later she just shot 82. This is what happens when you make the decision to "marry your golf game" and focus on what matters.  If you're ready to take your game to the next level, shoot me a text at 480-375-5393.  If you want to chat with me on Zoom, go to https://facefirstgolf.com/talk-to-craig/.

    12 min

  7. 06/13/2024

    #41 What your elbows should be doing in the swing

    The reality is, while it DOES take consistent work to improve, most players are making it WAY harder than it needs to be. HINT: It's NOT about spending hours at the range. Unfortunately, less than 1% of golfers will ever break through because they keep jumping from one method to another or spend too much time hitting balls at the range without purpose. The key is quality practice at home. Aim for 80% of your practice to be at home, making good quality repetitions without the distraction of ball flight. (YES! It will translate to the course) A simple area of focus to improve your swing is to understand how what your elbows should feel like they are doing through the swing. Keep your trail elbow pointed down in the backswing and your lead elbow down in the follow-through to avoid common issues like the flying elbow and chicken wing. You can also use a thin towel under your arms or an elastic band above your elbows to help keep good form and arm structure. Remember, practicing at home with focused, quality swings will lead to better results on the course. So get a net, practice at home, and watch your game improve. Thanks for tuning in! If you're ready to take your game to the next level, shoot me a text at 480-375-5393.  If you want to chat with me on Zoom, go to https://facefirstgolf.com/talk-to-craig/.

    15 min

  8. 06/12/2024

    #40 Using Face Spray

    Center face contact is crucial for pure, powerful shots.  But so many players don't even know where they're hitting the ball on the face.  Do you know where you hit it on the face? The easiest way to find out is to spray foot powder on your club face.  And you can skip the fancy $13 sprays with a picture of a golfer on it and grab a $5 can of Dr. Scholl’s instead. It’s the same thing. You'll quickly learn whether you tend to miss it on the toe or the heel. And just being aware of it helps you improve it. It's the simplest way to create a feedback loop that helps you build the skill of pure contact for shots that explode off the club face.  If you're ready to take your game to the next level, shoot me a text at 480-375-5393.  If you want to chat with me on Zoom, go to https://facefirstgolf.com/talk-to-craig/.

    11 min
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Golf Swing Fix is the podcast for 12+ handicappers tired of swing confusion and wasted range sessions. Hosted by Craig Jones—a 25-year coach, former Golftec owner, and founder of Face First Golf—this show helps you simplify your swing and transform your game with short, focused home practice. Join over 20,000 players who have already used Face First Golf to turn their weak slice into a powerful draw. If you want to fix your slice, gain effortless power, and hit a draw—and you know the range isn’t the answer—you’re in the right place. Get clear, practical advice to make real progress without overcomplicating your swing.

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