Junior Development Coaching Kit Resources
HANDGRIPS
Item: Ruler/Chopsticks/Dowel
Issue: Incorrect handgrips
Desired Outcome: Handgrips – position and direction
Exercise: Hold the tool within the handgrip so that nothing is out of place. Using a partner, coach or mirror check the position at the stationary position and during the swing to ensure that the handgrip is correct, correctly place, maintaining the correct direction. This will point out the obvious at the stationary position and during the swing.
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This exercise simply accentuates errors with handgrips, hand positions (in relation to the arm) and hands that turn outwardly or inwardly when swinging. It can also highlight Line of Swing issues as well. Getting a member to understand the desired look and seeing errors for themselves goes a long way towards owning and correcting drills.
This can be done at training or as a homework activity in front of a mirror. Actions and positions should be checked front on or side on.
Remember – If the member experiences any discomfort or pain stop the exercise immediately. Members must always be supervised by an Accredited Coach. Should the member wish to do this exercise away from training please explain the exercise and the purpose to an adult who can supervise e.g. parent or guardian.