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Erika Larkin

Erika Larkin is PGA Director of Instruction at The Club at Creighton Farms in Aldie, Virginia. She is the owner of Larkin Golf LLC and author of  A True Swing.  Erika was named Middle Atlantic PGA Teacher of the Year 2012, has been ranked the number 1 teacher in Virginia by her peers and Golf Digest since 2014.  She is also has been recognized as one of America’s Best Young Teachers by Golf Digest since 2012. She has been featured many times and magazine and appeared on The Golf Channel. Erika is a certified SwingAI Coach where she gives online lessons through the “Play with the Pros” App.

For more information, please visit www.ErikaLarkin.com and follow Erika on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and Twitter.

Why You Slice and How to Fix It

Erika Larkin shows the two main reasons why you slice. Sometimes it’s all about intention and understanding the geometry of the swing.

A Better Way to Hit a Soft High Chip

Struggling with your short game? Erika Larkin shows the alternative to spinning your clubface face open to your target. There’s a better way to hit a soft high chip shot.

Stabilize Your Lead Leg and Stop Slicing

Erika Larkin demonstrates a practice drill that helps you to stabilize your front leg and create a natural release through impact to hit straighter and more solid shots.

The One Arm Swings Drill

Here’s a easy drill from Erika Larkin that you can do anywhere to test if you are coordinating your arms correctly in your swing.

Wave Goodbye to Your Slice!

Erika Larkin shows you how to fix your golf slice by waving your trail arm with palm facing down and across the ball. Use this same action in your swing to improve your contact and straighten your shots.