Styles Of Gripping The Club

There are three styles of gripping the club that I would recommend for all players. These styles of gripping the club have developed over time to become the most widely used and successful ways to transfer the maximum amount of power and control to the golf ball.

View of Grip from Face-On

The first style of grip is the “Ten Finger” grip, which is very similar to the way you would grip a baseball bat. The left hand is on top and the right hand is on bottom with no fingers overlapping. The index finger of your left hand is right next to the pinky finger of your right hand. The thumbs on both of your hands should be pointing nearly straight down the shaft. This grip is great for beginner golfers because it is very comfortable and allows you to transfer a lot of power to the golf ball. I would not recommend this grip for better players because the right hand is in a very powerful position, which could easily lead to the release of the club too early which will result in shots that hook or pull left. Better players should look for a grip that is stable and neutral so that they can repeat and control the golf swing at impact. I would recommend this grip for all beginning, women and junior golfers.

Ten Finger Grip

The second style of grip is the “Interlock” grip, which is very similar to the “Ten Finger” grip except for the placement of a couple fingers. The index finger of your left hand and the pinky finger of your right hand intertwine. This gives you more of a connected feel throughout your hands. This grip is great for players who are looking for a little more consistency and are past the beginning stages of playing the game. The “Interlock” grip can be great for better players. I also recommend this grip for players that have smaller hands. I personally use this grip when I play and have had a lot of success with it.

Interlock Grip

The third style of grip is the “Overlap” grip. The “Overlap” grip is formed by placing your hands on the club like a “Ten Finger” grip, but placing the pinky finger of your right hand on top of the index finger of your left hand. This also creates a feel of unity between your two hands on the club and can help deliver power and control to the golf ball. Many players with larger hands use this grip because it slightly shortens the length of the grip that your hands take up. This grip is widely used on professional tours and I would recommend this grip for anyone who is past the beginning stages of playing the game and is looking to improve.

Overlap Grip

Your style of grip is completely up to you because you need to find something that is comfortable to you, but also allows you to strike the golf ball with power and precision. Many golfers have had success with all three styles of gripping the club and all have been played on professional tours throughout the world.