Struggling with fat or thin shots? Hitting the ground before the ball—or not at all—can ruin your consistency. But there’s a simple way to fix your contact and start compressing the ball like a pro: The Flamingo Drill.
In this TeeTime Golf Pass Tip of the Week, Darren deMaille from QuickFixGolf.com breaks down a fun but powerful drill that helps you shift your weight correctly and strike the ball first—just like the best ball strikers in the world.
Why the Flamingo Drill Works
✔ Promotes Proper Weight Shift – Encourages you to get onto your front side at impact
✔ Eliminates Fat & Thin Shots – Ensures your divot happens in front of the ball
✔ Simple & Effective – Works for all skill levels and translates into your full swing
How to Do the Flamingo Drill
1️⃣ Drop your back foot so it lines up with your front heel
2️⃣ Brace your back leg against your lead leg
3️⃣ Keep your weight forward and take small swings
Practice this drill regularly, and soon you’ll be striking the ball first and taking divots in front of it—just like the pros.
🎥 Watch Darren demonstrate the Flamingo Drill:
⛳ Once you’ve improved your ball-striking, test it out on the course! TeeTime Golf Pass gives you great deals at top courses so you can play more for less.
