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Struggling to control how high or low your chip shots fly around the green? Golf coach Erika Larkin breaks down a straightforward setup adjustment that lets you hit high, soft chips or low bump-and-run shots on demand. Once you understand the logic, you’ll never second-guess your short game setup again.
Erika Larkin – Short Game
In this video, Erika Larkin explains how your handle height and body position at address are the real keys to controlling chip shot trajectory. Whether you need to stop the ball quickly on a tight pin or run it along the ground, the same principles apply. It’s a practical short game lesson that suits anyone who wants more control around the greens.
Key Takeaways
Go high with the handle to hit it low
Go high with the handle to hit it low
Standing tall and raising the handle delofts the club, promotes a quiet wrist action, and encourages the toe of the club to contact the turf — perfect for low bump-and-run chip shots.
Go low with the handle to hit it high
Dropping the handle between your knees and adopting a wider, more seated stance adds loft, encourages natural wrist hinge, and helps the club swing up and under the ball for a high, soft landing.
Let your setup do the work
Rather than manipulating the club during the swing, the correct address position naturally produces the trajectory you need — keeping things simple and consistent under pressure.
Take these two setup positions to the practice green and alternate between a low bump-and-run and a high, soft chip until the differences feel instinctive. This video is ideal for mid-handicap golfers who want a reliable, repeatable method for hitting different chip shot trajectories without overcomplicating things.
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