Winters have certainly improved since I was a kid growing up in Geneva, N.Y. Back then, winter meant packing away my clubs for several months at a time — aside from my putter.
While I always recommend planning a winter golf trip to stay motivated, there’s plenty you can do at home to keep your game sharp during the colder months, too. Below I’ve outlined five ways you can keep the rust at bay during the winter.
1. Make putting practice a priority
Growing up in the snow belt meant winter putting was all I had — and it’s probably why putting has always been a strength of mine.
Today’s training mats are far better than what I used as a kid. They let you check your setup, monitor your stroke, ensure your ball is rolling end-over-end and work on distance control up to roughly 12 feet.
Now that we live in Florida, weather isn’t an issue — but we still keep a Perfect Putting Mat around because it’s that useful.
Perfect Putting Mat
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2. Use a mat and net to keep your swing fresh
If you have a garage or small indoor space, a hitting mat and net create an easy year-round practice setup. Options are endless, and even a compact space is enough to work on solid contact and swing mechanics. We set up a net in our garage and paired it with a launch monitor to dial in wedge distance control throughout the off-season.
3. Train your grip with a molded training grip
Your grip determines your clubface — and ultimately the direction your ball starts. But grip changes can feel uncomfortable, which makes the off-season the ideal time to address them.
A molded training grip allows you to rehearse proper hand placement without the pressure of hitting shots. Even Scottie Scheffler is known for constantly checking his grip. You can also install a fitted grip on a dedicated practice club and rehearse swings. Improving your grip often leads to better wrist action — and better ball striking.
4. Check your posture and setup in a mirror
Winter is the perfect season to work on fundamentals. Proper posture is crucial for consistent contact, but it’s hard to evaluate without feedback. Using a mirror, you can ensure your arms hang naturally and your hands sit directly under your shoulders at address. This simple visual checkpoint pays huge dividends.
5. Build speed
Everyone wants more distance, but swinging faster only gets you so far without specific training. Winter is the ideal time to build clubhead speed, and The Stack System is one of the best ways to do it. We’ve used it consistently, and the overspeed/underspeed protocols truly work — as long as you stick with the program. If more speed is your goal, it’s a worthwhile investment.
TheStack + Stack Radar Bundle
Save over 15% when you combine TheStack + Stack Radar with our most popular bundle. Enjoy personalized speed training with TheStack, gamified wedge practice with Stack Wedging, Tour-caliber insights with Stack Putting, and 60+ instructional videos in the Learning Library – along with our Bluetooth-enabled Stack Radar, which sends your speed data directly to TheStack App for seamless training
Stack Radar is a great multi-purpose launch monitor that packs into your golf bag easily, making it perfect for speed training with TheStack, Stack Wedge practice on the range or indoors, and measuring your speeds on the course.
TheStack App – Speed Training, Wedging, and Putting
Rated 4.9 with over 5,500+ Reviews on the App Store
Includes 1-Year Membership to TheStack App
Now on iOS, Android (Beta), and Chrome Web (Beta)
Adaptive speed training formulated by Dr. Sasho MacKenzie
Guided workout timer for reps, sets, and rest intervals
Custom speed metrics to track your gains
Bluetooth Connectivity to integration devices. Hands-free data entry using voice entry technology for non-integrated devices
Membership includes Bundled access to Stack Putting (iOS), Stack Wedging (iOS), and the Learning Library (All Platforms)
Train and track up to twenty local (i.e. family) users under one login. App works with Family Sharing so the entire family can train easily on separate devices
Connect to any other Stacker using Share Codes
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TheStack Hardware
5 milled Stack weights enable 30 weight combinations between 0g and 300g
Dual-purpose weight case / phone stand
Precisely engineered training club – Adult (41.5″). For Junior sizing, see Fitting Juniors
Stack training requires a speed device that can measure swings without ball contact. This bundle includes our own Stack Radar. View all compatible devices here.
Stack Radar
Measures Swing Speed and Ball Speed. Calculates an estimated Carry Distance and Smash Factor. Can capture swing speed without ball contact
Powers Stack Wedging (iOS), our newest gamified practice feature. Enjoy Seriously Fun wedge practice indoors or outdoors and get accurate feedback regardless of range ball quality or practice environment conditions.
Pairs with TheStack App via Bluetooth to enable advanced features. Adjust for temperature and altitude while fine-tuning ball speed and launch angle for the most accurate feedback
Set speed trigger threshold at 25, 35, 45, or 55 mph to avoid false triggers from fast backswings
Includes a stylized carry case to protect the screen while stored (available exclusively for purchases from our website)
Platform Availability
iOS: Access TheStack App from the App Store when your order arrives. Requires iOS 15.0 or newer. Access Speed, Wedging, Putting, and the Learning Library. Android & Web (Beta): Install TheStack App from the Google Play Store or access it on Chrome Web when your order arrives. Access Speed + Learning Library today; Wedging + Putting coming in a future update.
See our FAQ pages for questions about membership access.
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