Why Consistency Around the Greens Matters
If you want to lower your scores quickly:
👉 your short game is the fastest place to do it
You don’t need perfect shots, you just need:
- predictable contact
- simple technique
- confidence under pressure
The Biggest Problem Most Golfers Have
Most golfers struggle with:
- blading chips
- chunking chips
- inconsistent distance
👉 Not because of ability, but because of too many moving parts
Good chipping is simple.
The Goal of Good Chipping
Before we get into technique, understand this:
👉 You’re not trying to hit the perfect shot
👉 You’re trying to get reliable contact and predictable roll
A Simple Chipping Setup That Works
Start here, this alone will fix a lot.
✔ Ball Position
- Slightly back of centre
✔ Weight
- Favour your front foot (slightly)
✔ Hands
- Just ahead of the ball
👉 This helps you strike the ball cleanly
The Motion: Keep It Simple
Forget complicated swing thoughts.
Think:
👉 small, controlled motion with minimal movement
Key ideas:
- Rock your shoulders
- Keep your body quiet
- Let the club swing naturally
The One Feel That Makes a Difference
If you take one thing from this:
👉 “Brush the grass after the ball”
This helps:
- Prevent chunking
- Prevent blading
- Improve strike consistency
Control Your Low Point (This Is Everything)
Consistent chipping comes down to one thing:
👉 where your club hits the ground
- Too early → chunk
- Too late → blade
Get this right, and everything improves.
Choosing the Right Shot
You don’t always need to chip.
👉 If you can putt it, putt it
We break that down here:
👉 Should You Chip or Putt from Off the Green?
Fixing Common Mistakes
If you’re struggling, it’s usually one of these:
👉 Blading the ball?
Read this:
👉 Why You Keep Blading Chip Shots
👉 Chunking it?
Read this:
👉 Why You Keep Chunking Chip Shots
A Simple Practice Method
Don’t overcomplicate practice.
Try this:
- Pick one club
- Hit 10–15 chips
- Focus only on contact
- Ignore result, focus on strike
👉 Build consistency first, then control distance
Confidence Comes From Simplicity
The more simple your technique:
- The more repeatable it becomes
- The more confident you feel
👉 That’s when your short game improves quickly
Want to Improve Faster?
If you want to fast-track this:
👉 https://golf360.co.nz/pages/golf-lessons-and-coaching
Short game coaching can make a huge difference in a short time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What club should I use for chipping?
Start with a wedge, but you can also use irons depending on the shot.
Why am I inconsistent with my chipping?
Usually too much movement and poor low point control.
Should I be hitting down on chip shots?
Slightly, but don’t force it. Good setup creates this naturally.
Final Thoughts
Consistent chipping isn’t complicated.
It comes down to:
- simple setup
- controlled motion
- consistent strike
Keep it simple, trust the process, and your short game will improve.
Happy golfing
Scott Pickett
PGA Professional
Founder - Golf 360
Mount Maunganui
