With students of all skill levels, and assuming there are no physical limitations or injuries to account for, we try to establish an
“athletic” “ flexed and at the ready” position at address.
This involves a slight bend in the knees, with flexed and ready pressure in the legs. The player should bend forward at the waist, with the whole torso forward so the arms and hands hang close to straight down.
In general, we are close to a solid setup at this point.
Next, I (or a parent) should walk around the student pushing gently, but firmly trying to force the student off balance, asking them to resist and feel themselves being centered, solid, and stable.
Stability and flexed balance is the overall goal of a proper setup position. Focusing on maintaining this basic position will dictate the dynamic balance and motion of a solid athletic golf swing. Basically, you have set your body up to react and respond to the effects of a fluid swinging motion, as opposed to trying to think and manufacture positions during the course of the swing.
You learn to “feel” a proper golf swing, not think it!!
Practice a solid setup, enjoy the adventure of becoming a better player, play well, and have fun out there!