A good golf swing starts off with the correct golf grip. There is however no such thing as one correct golf grip. This is Part 2 of a 3 part series on The Correct Golf Grip.

There are basically three different ways to grip a golf club and each is dependent upon personal preference.

The first and most common grip is the overlap grip - also known as the Vardon grip - where the small finger of your non-target hand rests in the slot between your index and middle finger of your target (left for right handed golfers) hand. A slight variation of this is to let it rest on the index finger itself. Regardless of which method you prefer be sure to have the middle fingers of your non-target hand resting closely against the index finger of your target hand.

This grip is popular amongst players with large hands as it is the most comfortable grip for big fingers.

The second most common grip is the interlocking grip. This grip is preferred by many golfers as it offers a secure feeling of control over the club. The grip is formed by interlocking your left hand's index finger and non-target hand small finger. Once you've positioned your left hand on the club (see Part 1 of The Correct Golf Grip), add your non-target (right) hand and make sure that the palm faces the target. Now interlock the fingers and fold your thumb over your target hand. Do not interlock your fingers before you've established the position of your non-target hand.

Nor should you jam your fingers together as this often forces the non-target hand into a position excessively to the non-target side of neutral, too much under the grip. This may feel more powerful, for the club is held more in the non-target palm, it has instead a marked effect on clubface control, and commonly results in a hooked shot.

The interlocking grip is recommended for women and anyone with small hands.

The Ten Finger grip is the last of our three grips. There is no linkage between the two hands on the club. Highly recommended for juniors and less powerful players. If you want to maximize club head speed and can handle the possibility of less accurate shots try this grip.

Having positioned your left hand correctly on the club, put the three upper fingers of your non-target hand against the index finger of your left hand and fold the rest of your non-target hand over, ensuring that you conceal your left  thumb. This style of grip works particularly well for golfers who slice the ball as it promotes more hand action.

At this stage of the 3 part series of The Correct Golf Grip you should know how to place your hands on the club and which type of grip you are more comfortable with. In the third and final part we will cover the four P's - Placement, Position, Pressure and Precision.

I hope that part 2 of The Correct Golf Grip has further helped you with your game and look forward to seeing you in part 3.