The Bad Lie: Rethinking Golf Instruction with the Vertical Line Swing System

Struggling with slices and weak contact? The Bad Lie challenges the idea that elite-level drills fit every golfer. This approach shifts the focus from chasing perfection to leveraging the strengths of the average player, balancing effort with ease on the range and on the course.

PGA Instructor Todd Kolb presents the Vertical Line Swing system, a practical framework designed for real-life schedules and real-world swings. Instead of overwhelming technique, you’ll find clear concepts, simple drills, and down-to-earth explanations that fit a busy life—career, family, and weekend golf alike.

What makes The Bad Lie different?

Rather than forcing you into a single model, this method emphasizes how your natural lines and rhythm can align to generate solid contact. Expect approachable guidance that you can feel and hear, not just read.

• Easy-to-follow concepts created for the average golfer
• Drills that reinforce compact, repeatable swings
• Feedback that helps you sense a better path without lengthy practice

Real-world benefits you might notice

From the tee to the green, the approach aims to help you build confidence and more predictable results. You may discover a reliable draw off the tee, improved contact on iron shots, and a higher, softer flop if the situation calls for it. The system also speaks to common constraints—age, injuries, or busy schedules—without promising rapid changes for everyone.

• Consistency that reduces frustration on the course
• More enjoyable weekends through improved ball striking
• Adaptable ideas that respect your body's limits and your schedule

By keeping instructions grounded and goals sensible, The Bad Lie offers a practical path forward. It invites you to test ideas on the practice range and, with patient exploration, translate them to on-course feeling. The aim is not a guaranteed transformation, but a pathway that aligns your current strengths with smarter movement.

Is this right for you?

If you love golf but feel stuck with slices, weak contact, or a lack of enjoyment, this approach may provide a fresh perspective. Consider giving it a try to see how simple, structured guidance could fit your life—and your swing.