How To Hit Long Irons (3-5 Irons) Golf Swing Lessons, Tips & Instruction - How To Hit Long Irons (3-5 Irons) Learn how to hit long irons and also how to increase swing speed. Many amateurs have problems with their long irons (3-5 irons). Most of the golf instruction teaches us to have our hands in front of the club head at impact. Although this is a very good hand position for a professional with 110+ MPH swing speed, for amateurs with slower swing speeds this causes problems. In this video Golf Instructor, Jaacob Bowden will show you different ways you can utilize your 3-5 irons. . Shot And Swing Tips.