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This basic takeaway move changes EVERYTHING about the Golf Swing

Danny Maude

26 golfers recommended it · ✓ 3 said it fixed their problem · 2022–2026

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Explainer · Intermediate

Shows a basic takeaway move that fixes a flat or inside takeaway and sets up a better swing.

Why golfers recommend it

  • Inside takeaway fix
  • Danny Maude example for takeaway
  • Maude video on flat takeaway
  • Danny speaks to you
  • Maude video helped consistency immensely
  • Awesome video on lead arm angle

Summaries are written by AI from what golfers said about the video.

12 comments from Reddit

u/gatonegro97 2022 · r/golftips · in “What do y’all think?”

▶ this video It took me more than one lesson and a lot of practice to work through my inside takeaway that I developed after a 5 year haitus from golf. This video helped me a lot

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u/No_Variety_647 2026 · r/GolfSwing · in “Inside takeaway, downswing on plane”

▶ this video This fixed that exact problem for me, not exaggerating, in 15 minutes.

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u/Noiseless_Bob 2025 · r/GolfSwing · in “I’m likely going to quit golf soon If I cannot figure this out”

YO I hope you read this. My swing looked very similar to yours and it looks like you’re doing the same I did. Video is an illusion but I hope what I see rings true. Your turn looks odd on video (just like mine did) and I was like how the hell or where the hell am I supposed to go. This video right here got me back on track. It changed everything for me: ▶ this video When I was hitting balls before I watched this …

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u/Ok-Home9841 2022 · r/golftips · in “Heard this is a good spot for some tips. I’m very new to the game, only been playing for 6 months and still re”

Your takeaway reminded me of a ▶ this video video. This helped me immensely with consistency.

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u/crescuk 2025 · r/GolfSwing · in “Can’t stop hitting right and now I’m shanking”

This happened to me for absolutely no reason. Made me want to cry 😆 I ended up going completely back to basics and slowly rebuilding my swing over a session at the range. This video really helped me ▶ this video Good luck 😆you may just need a break

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u/AwayExamination2017 2024 · r/GolfSwing · in “Do I have to actively move my arms?”

▶ this video Someone posted this on a swing yesterday and it was great, imo. Really does a good job explaining what i think you are asking.

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u/Long-Assistant-895 2024 · r/GolfSwing · in “New to golf. Please tell me what I am doing wrong. Need all the tip.”

George Gankas on ▶ this video Paddy ▶ this video (this alone can change up a lot in your swing) Danny Maude, ▶ this video arms at length, ▶ this video ▶ this video Hope this isn't too much at once

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u/BoozeMakesItBetter 2023 · r/GolfSwing · in “Swing is too long? ”

Said above. No rotation at all. You are essentially just folding your left arm against your body. When you address the ball, there is an angle between the lead arm and shoulder (makes an L). Try and maintain that angle through the backswing. Here is an awesome video on it. ▶ this video

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u/misterpipner 2022 · r/golftips · in “Any tips would be appreciated”

Listen to what Danny has to say. He’s talking to you. ▶ this video

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u/Rockdrums11 2022 · r/GolfSwing · in “Am I standing too far away from the ball?”

OP, I also had a problem with a very inside takeaway. This video will help: ▶ this video Also, you might need to stretch more so you can get your torso fully rotated.

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u/TeddaMan2 2026 · r/GolfSwing · in “My trail arm is getting stuck behind my body, right?”

[i.redd.it] The opposite of the OTT swing slice swing typically posted here. This often occurs with a stuck elbow as you suspect but that doesn’t look like that here. Otherwise a swing with a lot of desirable characteristics. Functional Swing-plane In the GIF above I have drawn a dashed red line through the club hosel and your trail elbow at address. When your camera is setup to look at the edge of the functional …

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u/The_UO_ 2023 · r/golftips · in “Swing feedback”

Your takeaway is to far inside and your over the top. Take a look at ▶ this video Edit: Just saw you had a lesson and are taking another. Don't pay for advice then not use it. Do what the lesson pro is telling you.

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