2026-05-29
Beginner Golfer (7): In-to-Out Swing Path vs. Out-to-In Iron Shots
A guide for beginner golfers on mastering the in-to-out swing path to fix out-to-in iron shots and achieve a draw.
Whenever I go to the golf range, I always end up with an out-to-in swing path.
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I have summarized a few helpful tips among the many available. If there are any copyright issues, please contact me and I will remove the content.
This video was very useful.
https://youtu.be/SmNF4pW6y4Y
This is an illustration I found while browsing the internet. It shows the club coming from slightly behind, keeping it close to the body, and then pushing the club out toward the ‘1 o’clock’ direction.
Use a strong grip with the left hand, and hold the grip in a way that the right elbow is not too tight, but rather loosely open. Finish the swing by ensuring the back of the left hand is facing downward.
You need an in-to-out path to create a draw and gain more distance.
An in-to-in path results in a straight direction.
Here is another helpful video:
https://youtu.be/NkPdU6KXOYA
Frequently Asked Questions
Which direction should the club be sent to create an in-to-out swing path?
The club should exit towards the 1 o'clock direction. To achieve a correct in-to-out path, during the transition from backswing to downswing, the club should feel like it's coming slightly from behind, close to the body, and then after impact, it should be thrown towards the 1 o'clock direction.
What is the correct grip for an in-to-out swing?
You should use a strong grip with your left hand and keep your right elbow loose. Holding the grip with your right elbow slightly open, not too tight, greatly helps to naturally guide the body's rotation and the club's path into an in-to-out motion during the swing.
What should the left hand look like when finishing the swing?
The swing should be finished with the back of the left hand facing downwards. During the follow-through and finish after impact, rotating the back of the left hand to face the ground ensures a proper release and is effective in creating the desired swing path.
What is the biggest advantage of an in-to-out swing path?
The biggest advantage is that it produces a draw shot, which allows for greater distance. The ball starts to the right and curves back towards the center, creating a draw shot that results in more roll and ultimately has a very positive impact on overall distance improvement.
What swing path should I practice to hit the ball straight?
You should practice an in-to-in swing path. While an in-to-out path creates a draw, an in-to-in path, where the club comes from the inside, impacts the ball, and then exits back to the inside, forms a straight shot that flies directly towards the target without curving.