Waggle All clubs Expert / Intermediate ⏱ 1 min 🇫🇷 Video in French

Axial or Radial Waggle: Joël Bernard's Two Families

Name: Axial or Radial Waggle: Joël Bernard's Two Families
Uploaded: 2025-04-16T12:00:00+00:00
Duration: 1 min
Channel: Joel Bernard
Description: In the starting position, good players all do a waggle, but not the same one. In just one minute, Joël Bernard identifies two types and links them to your preferred movement pattern—axial or radial.

In the starting position, good players all do a waggle, but not the same one. In just one minute, Joël Bernard identifies two types and links them to your preferred movement pattern—axial or radial.

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Joel Bernard · his YouTube channelFree lesson selected by Fred P.

To be continued

8 minSame problemWhy Do We Do the "Waggle" in Golf? Les GolfiteursMa Chun Teng Chan · Intermediate 2 minSame problemWhy Waggle: Flow and Checkpoints, Nicolas AllainNicolas Allain · Intermediate 8 minFrom the same proBuying a Golf Club: 3 Tips Before Making a ChangeJoël Bernard · Beginner / Intermediate

What the lesson shows

Joël Bernard notes that All good players waggle. in the starting position, but in two different ways. In the first family, We move starting with our hands to get a feel for the club's leadership. In the second, we move more as a single unit to feel the movement of the handle.

This choice is directly related to your axial or radial preference. Joël Bernard, who describes himself as an “axial” player, prefers to feel the clubhead: so he waggles the club with his hands, and if it feels right in his hands, he makes his shots. To choose the right one for you, you need to know your preference; he refers readers to a comprehensive video on his website for this purpose.

The Exercise, Step by Step

At the address, try a waggle with your hands, focusing on feeling the clubhead.
Next, try a smooth, continuous waggle while feeling the movement of the handle.
Before you play, note which one gives you the clearest sensation.
Select your preference—axial or radial—to confirm your choice.

Key Takeaways

All good players waggle the club at address.

Family 1: Waggle the club with your hands to get a feel for the clubhead.

Family 2: Waggle as a single unit, to get a feel for the handle.

The right choice depends on whether you prefer axial or radial alignment.

Mistakes to Avoid

Copy a player's waggle without taking your own preference into account.
Get rid of the waggle when all the good players do it.
Choose a waggle that doesn't provide any useful feedback before the shot.

Driving Range Mode

Keep it in plain sight, on the rug.

A few balls with a hand waggle
A few shots with a smooth, fluid waggle
Comparison of Sensations and Results

Your Questions

What are the two types of waggle?

According to Joël Bernard, waggle the club with your hands to get a feel for the clubhead, and waggle the club as a single unit to get a feel for the shaft's movement.

How do I choose my waggle?

It depends on your swing preference—axial or radial. Joël Bernard, who uses an axial swing, prefers to feel the clubhead and therefore waggles with his hands.

Is the waggle really useful?

Joël Bernard notes that all good players do this. For him, a good feel in his hands during the waggle helps him make successful shots.

Learn More

All “Waggle” videos →Find the lesson that's right for you The 4 Common Mistakes in the Pre-Shot Routine That Cause TensionFour preparation mistakes: taking the practice swing off-target, taking the practice swing with just the arms, keeping your eyes fixed on the ball, and standing motionless at address. Why Do We Do the "Waggle" in Golf? Les GolfiteursGood golfers never stand completely still in front of the ball: waggles, shuffling, and subtle movements get the body moving before the swing. Why Waggle: Flow and Checkpoints, Nicolas AllainThree benefits of the waggle: maintaining fluidity at address, repeating the correct backswing when facing the square, and adjusting your rhythm to the shot you’re playing. Joel BernardAll of his lessons

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