3D Golf Biomechanical Analysis (TrackMan 4, Force Plates & 3D Motion) | Chris Brook
Advanced Performance

3D Golf Biomechanical Coaching — Led by a TrackMan Master Professional

I’m Chris Brookone of only a few TrackMan Master Professionals worldwide. I integrate TrackMan 4, SwingCatalyst 3D force plates and full-body motion capture with performance psychology and identity to build speed, consistency and injury resilience that hold under pressure. In-studio in Bournemouth, Dorset, and online for UK & US golfers.

Kinematic Sequencing Ground Reaction Forces Injury Prevention Pressure Transfer Performance Identity

Works for full swing, wedges and putting. Serious golfers (18+): competitive amateurs, college players, dedicated club golfers.

Why This Works

Biomechanics × Psychology × Identity — The Only Way Changes Last

Most “3D sessions” stop at numbers. You leave with graphs but no durable change. My approach is different: we connect measured movement to state control and performance identity so your nervous system trusts the new pattern at speed. Mechanics alone are fragile; psychology alone is hollow. Together, they create robustness.

As a TrackMan Master Professional, I link delivery data with ground-force strategy and motion mapping to identify the smallest change with the biggest payoff — then we train it the way your brain learns: slow mapping → loaded reps → pressure rehearsal. That is why this work transfers from studio to course.

Typical Findings We Solve

  • Early extension → restore pelvic depth; couple lead side-bend + delayed thorax rotation
  • Steep transition → retime braking & trail-leg verticals to keep the club in the corridor
  • Handle-drag / flip → maintain trail-wrist extension; soften forearm tone via jaw/gaze cues
  • Lead-wrist overload → sequence earlier clearance; manage ulnar deviation vs. club delivery
  • Inconsistent strike → build predictable ground-pressure traces and stabilise face-to-path
The Toolkit

TrackMan 4 · SwingCatalyst 3D Force Plates · Full-Body Motion Capture

TrackMan 4 — Delivery Truth

Radar measures ball and club delivery in the same swing: face, path, dynamic loft, attack angle, spin loft, strike location proxies and ball flight. We match these to your movement so you stop guessing and start correcting the real cause.

  • Spin loft tuning for controllable launch/spin
  • Face-to-path and strike mapping for dispersion
  • Speed building without adding stress

SwingCatalyst — Ground Forces

3D force plates reveal how you create speed and stability from the ground. We optimise pressure trace, timing, torques and verticals to unlock easy distance and reduce compensations that cause injury.

  • Force-time curves & vertical peak timing
  • Braking strategy for shallowing and face stability
  • Injury-aware loading patterns

Full-Body Motion Capture — Sequencing

Pelvis, thorax, arms and wrists are mapped to confirm kinematic sequence. We identify where energy leaks, where timing breaks, and how to build a pattern your system trusts at tournament tempo.

  • Efficient backswing structure that sets delivery
  • Transition mapping to prevent steepness/early stall
  • Release windows that remove handle-drag/flip
Process

How a 3D Biomechanical Assessment Works

  1. Clarity call (optional). Goals, history, injuries, constraints. We decide the smallest win first.
  2. Capture. TrackMan, force plates and motion capture for iron & driver. We record feels you already use.
  3. Diagnosis. Delivery + movement + ground forces → one page that explains why your pattern breaks down.
  4. Priorities. You leave with one or two mechanical changes you can feel, not a list to juggle.
  5. Coupled change. Each mechanical edit is paired with a state anchor (breath, gaze, intention) so your brain accepts it at speed.
  6. Constraints & drills. Strike-first training that eliminates compensations and stabilises face/low-point.
  7. Transfer plan. Load → variability → consequence. We script on-course rehearsal so it shows up when it counts.
  8. Follow-ups. In-studio or online to measure progress and consolidate gains.
We fix cause, not symptoms. The change is built in the studio and protected on the course.
Education

What the Best Amateurs Get Right About Biomechanics

1) Sequencing is distance insurance. Most club players chase speed via bigger backswings or harder effort. The longer you swing without optimised sequence, the more the body protects itself by standing up, stalling, or flipping through impact. Efficient players organise pelvis → thorax → arm path → wrist conditions so energy transfers forward without a fight. The force plates show when you’re late; the motion suit shows where you’re late. We retime both.

2) Ground forces are the silent governor of club delivery. When verticals peak too early, the club steepens; when braking is mistimed, the handle outruns the body and you drag. Good players learn to push, post and brake in a corridor. The result is a shallower, later, more powerful delivery — with less strain on the lead wrist and trail elbow.

3) Spin loft, not clubhead speed alone, decides your driver flight. For many 10–12 handicap golfers, a 2–3° change in attack angle and 2–3° in dynamic loft (spin loft window) adds 12–20 yards without chasing swing speed. We map how your mechanics create spin loft, then tune it with feels that survive pressure.

4) Psychology changes movement. Threat makes muscles co-contract. Under scrutiny, you squeeze, tempo spikes, the ribcage locks, and your carefully built mechanics collapse. That isn’t weakness; it’s protection. We therefore couple each mechanical edit with a state cue: nasal exhale at set, peripheral gaze to lower forearm tone, one intention (“through the window”) to free the release. Your brain learns the new movement is safe at speed.

5) Identity is the final stabiliser. Golfers sabotage themselves with stories: “I’m streaky,” “I can’t drive it under pressure.” We write a new identity that matches your training: “I’m the player who resets fastest,” “My driver delivery lives in one corridor.” With identity aligned, your movement isn’t battled by your self-image; it’s supported by it.

Injury Resilience: Speed Without Cost

Injury-aware mechanics save seasons. Force-time curves and motion mapping reveal where joints are absorbing load rather than transmitting it. Common examples: persistent lead-wrist pain from excessive handle-drag and late loft; trail-elbow irritation from steep, arm-dominant transitions; lumbar fatigue from early extension. We change the loading strategy and give your tissues room to recover while performance improves.

Iron vs. Driver: Same DNA, Different Windows

Your swing is one organism. But the task differs: irons need a descending strike with stable low-point; driver needs an upward, speed-efficient launch. We teach windows — not tips. You’ll learn to keep the same sequence while adjusting setup, intention and spin-loft windows so the club does the job by design.

On-Course Transfer: The Missing Step

Range success without transfer is wasted time. We script variable practice (shape/height/speed triads), consequence ladders (restart on a fail), and one-intention routines so the movement shows up in chaos, not just in peace. A short round might include: driver to a 25-yard window; iron to a strike band; wedge to three pace buckets; putter to start-line gates — all scored via a Mental Scorecard so you track behaviour, not just strokes.

Who It’s For

Serious Golfers Who Want Certainty

  • Competitive amateurs wanting tighter dispersion and functional misses
  • College players seeking speed without added injury risk
  • Committed club golfers tired of guesswork and conflicting tips
  • Players returning from injury who need a resilient pattern

If you’ve tried “working harder” and keep getting the same results, you don’t need more effort — you need a better map.

Results You Can Expect

  • Cleaner strike bands and predictable launch windows
  • More speed with less perceived effort
  • Driver dispersion that survives pressure
  • Reduced tissue load on the lead wrist / trail elbow / lumbar spine
  • Confidence behaviours that hold your mechanics together when it matters
Watch

Biomechanics & TrackMan — Short Lessons

Start

How to Book Your 3D Assessment

  1. Choose In-Studio (Bournemouth) or Online (UK/US).
  2. Bring or upload iron + driver clips; note injuries and goals.
  3. Attend your session (90–120 minutes). Leave with your plan and transfer script.
  4. Follow-up at 2–4 weeks to re-measure and consolidate.
FAQ

3D Biomechanics — Common Questions

Are you really a TrackMan Master Professional?

Yes — and there are only a few worldwide. That expertise lets me connect delivery numbers to biomechanical cause so your plan is precise and simple.

Is this just more numbers?

No. Data is step one; translation is the value. You leave with one or two feels, state anchors, and constraints you can apply immediately — measured again at follow-up.

Will this help if I’m not “technical”?

Absolutely. I give plain-language cues and simple drills. The tech is for me; the feels are for you.

Can you do this online?

Yes. Remote coaching mirrors the studio flow using your videos and live screen-share. UK & US golfers welcome.

Can biomechanics fix my slice?

We’ll map the cause (usually delivery + force timing). With the right brake/push sequence and face-to-path control, most players move from “save it” swings to predictable windows.

How long until I see results?

Most players feel the change in the session and see measurable gains within 2–4 weeks with the transfer plan. Identity-level stability builds over months — and lasts years.

Is it safe for past injuries?

Yes. We adjust loads and sequence to reduce stress on the exact tissues that have been irritated. Many players report fewer flare-ups as performance rises.

What does success look like?

Stable strike bands, narrower dispersion, easier speed, and a routine that survives pressure. When the tournament gets loud, your movement stays quiet.

© Chris Brook — TrackMan Master Professional • 3D Golf Biomechanical Analysis • Bournemouth, Dorset, UK