[metallion]

Here is how I work:
Every time I introduce new mechanicalinfo to my pupil, they will have to make praticeswings, because its only then they can focus on what they are trying to achieve and how it should feel. Every time they have a ball in front of them - they have a purpuse - the target. So the target should be in their minds.

Comment: What students fail to understand is that in order to undergo a swing change they have to be prepared to miss the ball completely. Time and time again.

Humans have an insatiable hunger for positive feedback. If the positive feedback is abscent they have a choice. Either a quick-fix (hand manipulation) to see the ball fly again

or

learn from the experience and move the frickin ball.

Since Brian is not that far off and possess Educated Hands I tend to think that he is not as concerned about where the ball goes as he is to establish good mechanics.

But I am curious to hear Yodas answer.