What is Club Speed?

“This is a parameter I monitor very closely when working with players who are developing their power output or ‘engine’. To do this my students work hard on improving their kinematic chain (the sequencing of the pelvis first, thorax second and club third on the downswing). Trackman enables me to record the increases in Club Speed as a result of the improved efficiency of the student’s kinematic sequencing.”

Chris Brook

PGA International Golf Coach, UK

“First, I use Club Speed to determine a golfer’s potential distance for the short-term, both potential carry and total. I also use Club Speed to help identify a player’s best playing speed. Too often I see golfers try to increase distance by swinging faster. Even when their Club Speed increases a few miles per hour, they lose 15-30 yards due to poor contact or control. Monitoring and keeping track of Club Speed allows me to track progress when working on the kinematic sequence or when using golf specific fitness to train for speed.”

Dom Dijulia

Dom DiJulia School of Golf, US

“I put Club Speed first on my tombstone list — not because it is the most important, but to gauge what the player is capable of as far as carry and distance. Also, I look to see once we are in the lesson if the students’ speed changed from their warmup speed. If it is slower, then I realize that the golfer is still a little protective while making changes. It is hard to see the finished results of a swing change until full speed is reached.”

James Leitz

Pinewood Country Club, LA, US