Which drill uses a ladder to train tempo and speed control?

• A. One-Foot Interval Ladder Drill
• B. Eyes Closed Putting Drill
• C. In the Club Behind the Cup Drill
• D. Hold the Finish Drill

Answer: (A)

Tempo and speed control come from a consistent, repeatable rhythm in your swing. The One-Foot Interval Ladder Drill uses a ladder laid out on the ground to cue that rhythm. By stepping and moving in time with the ladder’s intervals, you establish a steady cadence that carries into your swing, helping you maintain smooth acceleration through the ball and a repeatable tempo across different clubs and shot lengths. The ladder gives clear visual and, if you say the drill aloud or count, auditory cues to prevent rushing or decelerating, promoting a balanced weight transfer and coordinated upper- and lower-body movement.

The other drills don’t provide that ladder-based timing aid. Eyes Closed Putting Drill focuses on feel without visual cues, which targets distance control differently. In the Club Behind the Cup Drill emphasizes positioning rather than tempo, and Hold the Finish Drill centers on finishing posture and balance rather than timing your cadence.