05/25/2024
We love newbies! All levels are always welcome at Yonah Pool!
10 TIPS FOR BEGINNERS:
🎱The Stance: When you’re lining up your shot, be sure that your stance is stable, provides plenty of clearance, and you feel comfortable.
🎱The Grip: Before you take a shot, think about the way you are holding onto the cue. You shouldn’t be gripping too tightly, but keep it loose and comfortable so it slides easily through your hands.
🎱The Bridge: The bridge is how you hold the cue in the hand that is resting on the pool table. Whether your bridge is open or closed, be sure to hold it steady and still during the stroke.
🎱Bridge Length: This is how much space is in between your resting hand and the tip of the cue. The bridge length should be equivalent to the stroke length. If you’re setting up for a soft shot, keep the length short. If getting ready for a power shot, lengthen the distance.
🎱Aiming: When checking your arm, be sure to keep the cue still and your eyes focused on the target. Give yourself enough time to pause and consider the shot.
🎱The Stroke: Before you make the shot, complete a couple of practice strokes. When you have everything lined up, be sure to not move anything except your forearm and don’t rush the final stroke.
🎱Your Elbow: Again, the only thing you’re moving during the stroke is your forearm. When taking a power shot, your elbow will naturally drop slightly. However, for nearly all shots and all skill levels, accuracy and consistency will be better if you try not dropping the elbow before contact is made.
🎱Stay Still: Keep your body close to the pool table and don’t move your head or body during the stroke.
🎱Speed: Don’t use more speed than is necessary for any given shot. Some shots require a soft touch, while others need some power behind it.
🎱Have a Beer: This isn’t an expert tip, but one that we highly recommend!
Come on over and let us help you fall in love with the game!
