Physics & biomechanics, applied to golf

Published research. Biomechanics & AI-assisted swing analysis.

A new approach to mastering the golf swing.

Biomechanics research and AI-powered swing analysis, built from the same scientific framework. Everything you need to understand the physics of your game.

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  • Published 2024
  • AI-powered swing analysis
  • Biomechanics research-grounded
  • 40 years applied knowledge
  • UK-based, globally trusted

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The Physics of Generating Maximum Power

Optimise the physics of the golf swing. Generate more torque, speed, and power. Maximise performance potential within existing physical capability.

Muscle Physiology & Biomechanics Efficiency

Understand why the swing must be executed in a certain way. Apply muscle physiology principles to correct motion sequencing and achieve optimal efficiency in swing dynamics.

Missing Pieces of the Puzzle

Informed instruction on how to sequence correctly, not what positions you should be in. Understand the reasoning behind technique, not just the prescription.

Secrets of the Tour Players

Findings from force plate research and academic study of elite players and tour professionals, applied to practical coaching frameworks.

Simplify Swing Mechanics

Remove unnecessary complexity and introduce added simplicity. A modest understanding of the science at play simplifies both golf instruction and the golf swing itself.

Create Efficiency & Power

Maximise existing physical potential. Efficiency equals distance. Access the power and distance already at your disposal, without additional effort.

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The Physics & Biomechanics of Golf.

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Full Joint Tracking

Computer-vision pose estimation at every position from P1 through P7, with frame-by-frame kinematic data from setup to impact.

X-Factor, Shear, Sway & Lag

Measures hip-torso separation, lateral shear, head and hip sway, and club lag through the downswing sequence.

AI-Powered Coaching Report

Complete data analysis with a personalised AI summary and targeted recommendations for coaches and players to build improvement plans.

"Just a modest understanding of the science at play, simplifies both golf instruction and the golf swing itself."

Barrie Van Proctor, author of The Physics & Biomechanics of Golf
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Published research and AI-powered analysis. Two tools built from the same scientific framework, designed to work together.

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By Barrie Van Proctor — Golf Biomechanics Practitioner & creator of SwingTrace AI Pro

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