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

If you’re a 12+ handicap struggling with a slice, Craig Jones just dropped a masterclass in this episode that’ll flip everything you’ve been told on its head. Craig didn’t grow up playing golf—he was a 15-handicap slicer who had to grind his way to a 1. And in this episode, he shares exactly what he wishes someone had told him back then. From why your grip is probably sabotaging your swing, to how practicing at the range might be the worst thing you can do right now, Craig breaks down eight no-fluff strategies that actually work. You’ll learn why fixing your club face before your swing path is the real key, how to build habits that stick, and why 10 minutes a day at home beats hitting balls on the range. If you’re tired of conflicting YouTube tips and want a simple, powerful way to start hitting better shots, this episode is for you. Hit play now and discover why Step 1 at Face First Golf might be the shortcut you’ve been searching for. Ready to get started? The best place to start is called Step 1. Here's the link... https://www.facefirstgolf.com/get-started

Struggling with awkward lies on the course—especially those dreaded downhill or ball below the feet ones? You're not alone. In this episode of Golf Swing Fix, Craig breaks down why most 12+ handicappers chunk or thin shots from uneven lies and exactly how to fix it. You’ll learn the exact adjustments for four of the toughest lies in golf—downhill, uphill, ball below your feet, and ball above your feet. Craig covers everything from shoulder tilt and balance to where to aim and how to avoid the most common mistake: flipping at impact. Plus, he explains why short game practice is the best place to start working on these lies before taking them to the course. If you’ve ever looked down at a tough lie and felt unsure of what to do, this episode is a must-listen. Hit play and start turning those awkward lies into scoring opportunities. And if you're ready for a proven system that works the easiest way to start is Step 1.  Or join the free Facebook group with almost 7,000 members.  You can find both at www.facefirstgolf.com. 

You don’t need more motivation—you need a system so simple it’s almost impossible not to follow. In this episode, Craig shares the powerful mindset shift that can transform your swing: discipline over motivation. Inspired by a reread of Atomic Habits and a moment with his son, Craig unpacks the truth about how small, consistent actions can lead to massive breakthroughs. He shares a compelling story from James Clear’s personal journey—from life-threatening injury to collegiate success—and ties it directly to your golf game. If you’ve ever felt stuck, scattered, or like you just need more time and motivation to get better, this episode will flip that thinking on its head. Listen now and start building the habits that will change your game forever. And if you're ready to start putting YOUR plan in action the easiest way to start is Step 1.  Or join the free Facebook group with almost 7,000 members.  You can find both at www.facefirstgolf.com. 

Ever feel like your swing falls apart the moment you step onto the course, even after solid practice sessions? In this episode of Golf Swing Fix, Craig breaks down the real process of swing change—and why reverting back to old habits is not only normal, but part of the journey. You'll learn the mindset shift that every 12+ handicap golfer needs: improvement isn’t about picture-perfect swings at full speed or grinding on the range—it's about building the right skills the right way. You’ll learn why ball flight is your enemy during practice, how to work around your subconscious sabotaging your swing, and why three minutes a day can change your game more than a bucket of balls ever will. If you’ve been frustrated by slow progress or feel like you're stuck in a loop of reverting to old habits, this episode will reframe everything. Tune in to discover a better, smarter way to actually improve your swing—one small habit at a time. And if you’re ready for a step-by-step plan that works, visit FaceFirstGolf.com to get started today.

You’ve watched countless YouTube golf tips, tried different swing thoughts, and spent hours at the range—but your game isn’t improving. In this episode of Golf Swing Fix, Craig Jones reveals the missing link that’s keeping most 12+ handicap golfers stuck: action. It’s not about more information; it’s about the right information and actually putting it into practice. Craig explains why short, focused at-home practice is the key to real improvement, why consuming endless tips is holding you back, and how to train your swing in a way that actually translates to the course. He also shares why your swing feels great in practice swings but falls apart when a ball is in play—and how to fix it. If you’re serious about getting better, it’s time to cut through the noise, ditch the distractions, and take real action. Tune in now, and if you’re ready for a step-by-step plan that works, visit FaceFirstGolf.com to get started today!

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

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. 

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/.  

Today we're talking what we're always talking about - the TRUTH about improving your game.  Every week we do Live Lesson Friday where members send in their swings for my personal feedback and today we're putting a few members in the spotlight and sharing what they've been able to accomplish with 10 minute at-home daily practice sessions.  You can do it too!  

Motivation comes and goes as how you FEEL. That's why you can't rely on motivation to change your game (or to change anything else in your life for that matter). Change requires work. Fortunately, the work is simple... But simple does NOT mean easy.  It's simple because it's super easy to understand, and it only takes 5-10 minutes a day. And you can do it at home.  But the hard part is that it requires DISCIPLINE. CONSISTENCY matters.  It all means that if you only do the work when you're feeling motivated, you're not gonna do the work as often. And if you don't practice FREQUENTLY for SHORT PERIODS OF TIME, your rate of improvement slows. It's another one of those things that I learned in my years at Golftec. At Golftec, we were taught from day 1 to encourage our students to take lessons WEEKLY. And I was as skeptical about weekly lessons as our students were. In regular lessons from a driving range or teaching pro, it was pretty standard that you'd encourage students to take MONTHLY lessons at the most. The thinking was always that you need time to work on what you learned during the lesson and 3 or 4 weeks would give you time to engrain it. So at Golftec when we were taught to push weekly lessons, at first I thought what a lot our students thought... that it was probably just a way to get people to burn through lessons so they'd need to buy more. But then I started to see the difference in the rate of change of the weekly lesson takers vs the monthly lesson takers and it was a night and day difference. The weekly lesson takers made changes much faster than the monthly lesson takers. In many cases the monthly lesson takers rate of change was so slow as to be nearly imperceptible when looking at their swings on video. It turns out that "taking a few weeks" to work on it was really just the student working their way all the way back to their old habit. If they took weekly lessons, at least they would only work their way HALF way back to their old habit and they were reinforcing the new habit 3 to 4 times more often than the monthly lesson takers. The key phrase from that is "reinforcing the new habit". The more often you can do that, the better. That's why I encourage the daily practice at home habit. The more barriers to practice you can remove, the better. Having to go the range is a barrier. Even having to go to the garage to get your clubs is a barrier. So put your clubs (or at least a club) where you have your practice setup. I keep my clubs in my office and the net is right outside my office. That makes practice almost inevitable. And that's a good way to think about it. Do everything you can to... Make practice inevitable.

Improving your game does NOT take a Herculean effort.  At Face First Golf we work smarter, not harder.  Real improvement comes from doing the little things day in and day that add up to big things... like reducing your handicap by a third like Ben Miller did.  With 1000 days to go until his 60th birthday, Ben decided to do something golf related every one of those 1000 days.  He shares his story in today's podcast. 

Today's episode dives deep into one of our favorite topics: the grip. Ever heard of a strong grip? Well, if your handicap's over 12, you might want to listen up. Picture that neutral grip—yeah, that V between your thumb and forefinger? Let's make sure it's pointed in the right direction. And hey, weak grip creep? It's real, and it leads to trouble. So, members, time to check that grip. Not a member yet? Well, head over to facefirstgolf.com and let's talk serious game improvement. See you next time!  

Enjoy this wide ranging conversation between Craig and long time Face First Golf member, Marc London.  Marc shares his journey to better golf and advice for others who want to improve their game.