What to Include in Your Swing Video
Complete guide to creating effective swing videos for coaches and analysis
Required Camera Angles
Face On
Shows swing plane and body rotation
Down the Line
Shows swing path and tempo
From Behind
Shows alignment and setup
Essential Swing Elements to Capture
Setup PositionCritical
Address position, ball position, alignment
TakeawayHigh
First 18 inches of backswing
Top of BackswingHigh
Club position and body turn
TransitionCritical
Change of direction movement
ImpactCritical
Club and body position at contact
Follow ThroughMedium
Completion of swing motion
Technical Requirements
| Requirement | Specification | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Video Quality | HD (1080p minimum) | Clear frame-by-frame analysis |
| Frame Rate | 60fps or higher | Smooth slow-motion playback |
| Lighting | Natural or bright artificial | Clear visibility of positions |
| Background | Plain, contrasting color | Easy to see swing silhouette |
| Camera Height | Chest level | Optimal viewing angle |
| Distance | 8-10 feet away | Full body in frame |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Too Close to Camera
Parts of swing cut off
Poor Lighting
Difficult to see positions
Unstable Camera
Shaky footage unusable
Wrong Angle
Misses key swing elements
Single View Only
Incomplete analysis
No Setup Footage
Missing foundation elements
Quick Tips
Film multiple swings from each angle
Use a tripod for stable footage
Include setup and pre-shot routine
Film with different clubs
Pro Tip
The best swing videos show the complete motion from setup to finish. Quality is more important than quantity - one perfect angle is better than multiple poor ones.