Is there such a thing as a golf swing macine? Unlike many other sports, the use of machine aids in improving one's golf swing are rare or even non-existent.

However, if a video can be categorized in the golf swing machine basket then this is as close to it as you'll probably get.

Using A Coach

What are we talking about here? To improve one's golf swing then the first piece of advice you should consider is hiring a coach for several lessons. Ironing out deficiencies in the swing can cut plenty of strokes from your game.

To take this a step further, using the aid of video can build upon the coaching you've already received and the best part, you can watch it over and over again and get a first hand look at exactly where you may be going wrong. Your coach can also highlight the areas you are falling down in.

However, there are times when you do not want or cannot have a coach watching your game. This is when you can use a video camera to record your game. A word of warning here - do not allow an amateur to film you. Have a person who knows what he/she is doing otherwise the film will be of no good in your training. The focus should be on how you are swing the club.

Video Anyone?

The video camera can act as a teacher, coach and also advisor when it comes to practicing and improving your golf game. An ideal golf swing macine. How? Have someone film you over a game or two where you think you have given your best.

Then run it back and see it at two-three times. It will be easy for you to see where you are applying the wrong method, where your body posture is not right, where you could have applied more speed, better techniques and so on.

Emphasis is certainly concentrated on getting your technique right in golf. It doesn't have to be perfect; no one player really has the perfect technique. As long as you understand the basic fundamentals of the golf swing and are able to utilize tools such as video to hone in on your weak areas, then you have a launching pad to work from.

You could utilize your golf swing macine in your own back yard. Instead of getting out on the course, ask a friend to film your practice swings and then go over them and analyze your progress.