Swing the Clubhead

by Ernest Jones

Ranked as the #1 golf instruction book of all-time by golflearning.com The teachings of Ernest Jones are of a distant generation, yet no one with the possible exception of Percy Boomer, has such an influence on modern day golf instruction. Jones is quoted in countless magazine articles, and golf instruction books by well known players and teachers, including Jack Nicklaus, and Gary McCord. McCord, most well known for his humor in golf broadcasts, is a very intelligent and serious student of the golf swing. In his book Golf for Dummies, McCord lists Swing the Clubhead as one of his Top Ten Golf Books.

118 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1977

About the author

Ernest Jones (1887-1965) was renowned for his accomplishments in teaching many famous professional golfers as well as amateurs. He tutored Virginia Van Wie for many years, including during her stretch of three consecutive U.S. Women's Amateur Championships from 1932-34. He also worked with Glenna Collett Vare, Lawson Little, and other top players of the era.

Reviews

[Matt Bird · Rating 5 out of 5]

The title tells the story........but Ernest sets the tone ........I read this to start each golf season.

[Biff · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book was copywrited in 1937 and is written in English of that era, which is a joy to read. Mr. Jones advocates an effortless full golf swing, and he is critical of teaching methods that advocate positioning the club at various spots in the swing. It is an interesting alternative to today's golf instruction methods.

[Daniel Tomei · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting to read about how the swing was viewed such a long time ago. I tailed off at the end a bit as it continuously kept unpacking the same idea. Regardless, great teaching and important concepts for golfers of all levels.

[Hugh Laybourn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Focused challenge to learn to swing.

[Ed · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick read that supposed to have helped many golfers. Focuses on the ‘mental’ side of golf, not offering any techniques for golfers to utilize.

[Kathryn]

keep thinking about it, even years later. Need to find it again and finish it. I wasn't ready yet to appreciate it.