Also, avoid overcompensating for a poor throw. If you are looking to hit a triple nineteen, aim for the center of the triple nineteen, not the general area. One problem that many dart novices struggle with is not aiming directly at the target they want. The main point here is that once you find what works for you, keep it consistent. Some use the point of the dart for this others use a knuckle on their thumb. For me it’s just too uncomfortable.įind a sight line from your throwing hand to a precise target on the board. My arm mechanics can’t quite accomplish this, so I simply point my elbow at the dartboard and don’t worry as much about it pointing upwards. Position your elbow so that it points directly at the dartboard, and if possible, slightly upwards. They are: leading with your elbow, finding a sight line on your throwing hand, aiming directly at your target, and knowing and using your dominant eye while aiming. AimingĪs with the stance, there are four things to keep in mind when aiming your darts, according to the darts experts at and. Keep your shoulders, spine, and legs fixed when throwing, but let your throwing arm be loose and relaxed yet in control. Ideally, your shoulders remain as close to parallel with the floor as possible. Shoulder position will vary from player to player based on what they find most comfortable. Place your feet shoulder width apart with your front foot flat and carrying the majority of your weight. Your footing should be arranged for balance and comfort.
This seems to work best for me, but others prefer to face the board with their front foot pointing at the bull’s eye. According to, a sideways stance encourages a more accurate throw because it aligns your eyes and your throwing arm on the same line and reduces the possibility of your elbow drifting away from your body. The angle with which you align yourself to the board can be either sideways or forward facing. Consistency with your technique is key for a successful throw.
Find a part of the dart throwing line (or a mark or scuff on the carpet) to mark that imaginary line, and make sure that you line up in that exact spot every time you throw. Draw an imaginary line from the center of the dartboard to the floor and then to your foot. When lining up for a throw, ignore the center marker on the dart throwing line on the floor. They include lining up properly, consistency with the angle of your stance, shoulder position, and having a firm footing. There are four basic elements to a successful dart stance.
Today we’ll cover dart throwing technique so more of your darts will find their target, allowing you to buy less rounds of beer for your buddies. In Part I we discussed a few different dart games you can play.
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