JUMP SHOT in Pool … Everything You Need to Know

[dr_dave]

FYI, I just posted a new video that demonstrates everything you need to know to be able to execute effective jump shots in pool, either starting from scratch or to improve your existing technique. The jump shot is a very important weapon in the arsenal of a competitive pool player. Having effective jump shot technique can get you out of all sorts of trouble and help you win games. Check it out:

Content:
0:00 - Intro
0:16 - Basics
1:36 - Baby Jump
3:02 - Regular Stroke
---- 3:27 stance
---- 4:23 side-arm stroke
---- 4:55 bridge
---- 6:03 stroke technique
---- 6:42 aiming
---- 7:24 jump massé
---- 8:35 common errors
8:54 - Dart Stroke
---- 9:52 grip
---- 10:10 visual alignment
---- 11:15 stroke technique
---- 11:40 stance
12:05 - CB Control
13:37 - Elevation, Speed, and Cut Effects
---- 13:54 speed effects
---- 14:18 elevation effects
---- 14:48 tip contact point
---- 15:19 cut angle effects
16:23 - Practice Advice
17:41 - Wrap Up
---- 17:50 Allen Iverson "practice" meme
---- 18:02 shot montage

As always, I look forward to your feedback, comments, questions, complaints, and requests.

Enjoy!

 

[westcoast]

Thanks! I'll definitely watch this video closely- I never really learned how to jump properly

 

[dr_dave]

Thanks! I'll definitely watch this video closely- I never really learned how to jump properly

Please let me know what you think after you watch it. I put a lot of work into this one. I hope people like it and benefit from it. Enjoy!

 

[brigeton]

I definitely need this. I can jump dart style but not with a regular stroke. I haven't practiced it much.

 

[Fatboy]

I’m a purists on most things. Especially ball colors & green cloth. And other things in life in general. However I have never taken exception with the “jump” shot. I figure it’s a solution to get out of a trap or bad situation. If your capable and can execute it-it’s a great shot. Kick, twirl, swerve, masse, or jump imo are all great shots and I won’t knock any of them.

Fatboy Approved

Thx Dr Dave,

Fatboy

 

[dr_dave]

I definitely need this. I can jump dart style but not with a regular stroke. I haven't practiced it much.

I hope the video helps. Please let me know if it does.

 

[Poolmanis]

Super good stuff again Dave.

 

[straightline]

My bridge hand is too small. Somebody should market a passive hand held stand; not an artificial bridge, just a stand.

 

[Rusty in Montana]

Thank you Dave this cleared up the questions I've had about jump shots .

 

[alphadog]

1. Jump shots are for people who can't play position and don't know how to kick.

 

[alphadog]

Do you show jumping object balls over blocking balls?

 

[dr_dave]

Super good stuff again Dave.

Thanks!

 

[dr_dave]

Thank you Dave this cleared up the questions I've had about jump shots .

I'm glad to hear it.

 

[dr_dave]

1. Jump shots are for people who can't play position and don't know how to kick.

... and people who like to inflict pain in response to poorly-played safeties.

 

[brigeton]

I watched it this morning. It's an excellent video, I can see how much work you put into it. I have watched other jumping videos and none go into detail like this one. I think my main problem is stroke technique. I'll put in some practice later, everyone else in the house is asleep right now.

 

[dr_dave]

I watched it this morning. It's an excellent video, I can see how much work you put into it. I have watched other jumping videos and none go into detail like this one.

Thanks for watching. I’m glad you liked it. This one did take a ridiculous amount of time and effort, mostly with the script writing, narration, and editing/production. The shooting/filming part went fairly quickly, but it was still good practice for me.

I think my main problem is stroke technique. I'll put in some practice later, everyone else in the house is asleep right now.

I hope the video info helps you improve.

 

[yankee817299]

Dr. Dave. Good video, easy to follow and very informative. I have viewed a small amount of your instructions, but this is by far the best that I have viewed.

 

[dr_dave]

Dr. Dave. Good video, easy to follow and very informative.

Thanks. I’m glad you think so.

I have viewed a small amount of your instructions, but this is by far the best that I have viewed.

If you want to check out some more, the videos I consider my best are here:

Dr. Dave‘s Best Pool Instruction Videos​

 

[buckshotshoey]

I definitely need this. I can jump dart style but not with a regular stroke. I haven't practiced it much.

I'm the opposite end if the spectrum. I cant dart stroke worth a damn. I'll work on it.

 

[dr_dave]

I'm the opposite end if the spectrum. I cant dart stroke worth a damn. I'll work on it.

In my experience, the "dart stroke" is easier to learn for most people (with good instruction). But after practice with both, the regular (under-hand) stroke is the most effective (although, the dart stroke is still handy when you need to reach or really elevate, as I demonstrate in the video).