The serious amateur
You break 90 (or want to). You’ve read enough tips. You want the framework that ties everything together — and the language to talk about your swing like a coach.
New Book
The Golfer’s Tools.
A Practical Guide to Swing Science.
4.8 / 5 on Amazon
Cutting-edge swing science — ground forces, kinetic energy, linear momentum — translated into practical applications, case studies, and tools you can actually use. Backed by Jacobs 3D research and 20+ years coaching tour players, amateurs, and everyone in between.
Paperback $34.95 · Kindle $19.95 · 180 pages
What’s Inside
Eleven sections. One framework.
From the fundamental forces driving every swing to the practical drills that build real skill.
- 01Introduction
- 02Forces and Torques
- 03Motion Transfer
- 04Swing Angles
- 05Stability and Instability
- 06Kinetic Energy
- 07Linear Momentum
- 08Ground Forces
- 09Acknowledgments
- 10Next Shot
- 11Glossary
Who It’s For
Built for golfers who want the why.
The coach or teaching pro
You’re translating swing science to clients every day. The Golfer’s Tools gives you a shared vocabulary — force, torque, momentum, ground reaction — backed by Jacobs 3D research.
The curious player
You don’t care about getting on tour. You just want to understand what’s actually happening in your swing — and what to work on first.
From the Book
Swing science. Made practical.
The Golfer’s Tools isn’t a tip book. It’s the framework — explaining ground forces, kinetic energy, and linear momentum in language you can apply on the range tomorrow.
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Theory grounded in data.
Every concept ties back to motion-capture and force-plate research from Jacobs 3D, GEARS, and Rick’s two decades of work with tour players and amateurs.
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Case studies, not theory dumps.
Real golfers, real swing changes — including before/after diagnostics that show how the same principle applies across every skill level.
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A common language.
By the last chapter, you’ll have the vocabulary to describe your own swing — and know what to ask of any coach you work with.
Reader Praise
What golfers are saying.
From verified Amazon reviewers.
★★★★★
An exceptional resource for anyone committed to understanding and improving their golf swing. I found this book to be intellectually satisfying, rich in content, and layered with insights that go far beyond surface-level tips. It’s clear Silva poured years of expertise into these pages.
★★★★★
The Golfer’s Toolbox made everything start to make sense. Rick Silva writes with clarity, confidence, and zero condescension. He explains complex movement patterns and swing concepts in a way that’s intelligent but totally approachable. I didn’t feel talked down to — I felt equipped.
★★★★★
I’ve been fortunate enough to work with Rick on my swing for about four years now. For those that haven’t had the chance, the book is filled with great resources and instruction that you would get working with Rick in his studio. It will change your game.
Details
Specs & specifics.
- Title
- The Golfer’s Tools: A Practical Guide to Swing Science
- Author
- Rick Silva
- Editor
- Matthew Rudy
- Contributor
- Michael Jacobs
- Publication date
- May 29, 2025
- Print length
- 180 pages
- Formats
- Paperback ($34.95), Kindle ($19.95)
- ISBN-13
- 979-8282752397
- Where to buy
- Amazon
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