Split Stance Rotation

Maps to Separation — the downswing's defining quality: lower body and upper body moving in different directions at once while staying connected as part of the kinematic sequence.

Assesses: rotational range of motion (internal & external, each side) · movement control · lead-leg hip stability · asymmetry. Setup: split stance (front foot flat, back foot on toes), club held at arm's length; rotate the torso while the lower body stays quiet.

Scoring (1–5)

Score	What You'll See
1	Stabilizes in split stance on both sides without losing balance
2	Reaches 45° of rotation in two of the four directions
3	Reaches 45° in all four directions with good control
4	Reaches 90° in two of the four directions while staying stable
5	Reaches 90° in all four directions effortlessly and with control

Range alone is not enough — stability must be present at every level.

Lessons: Analysis & Scoring · Physio Recommendations