If you’re left-handed, your left foot will be forward and your right foot will be behind your left foot. Your dominant hand should be forward, loose next to your dominant foot. So if you are right-handed, your right hand will be forward. If you are left-handed, your left hand will be forward. It’s okay if your back heel raises a bit off the floor in this stance. Do not lift your back foot up though. Make sure you are still putting weight on it. Avoid standing with your body facing the dartboard head on, as this is not a very stable stance. Facing to the side of the dartboard will help you develop a more accurate throw.
Keep your other foot turned to the side. Your body should remain turned slightly to the side, even though your front foot is angled forward. You can mark the spot on the floor with your shoe so you know where to line up your front foot every time you throw.
Some dart players will lean their upper body slightly forward over the throw line to feel more comfortable in their stance and get closer to the board. You can do this as long as your legs or feet do not cross the throw line. However, leaning too far forward can compromise your stance and your throw.
Do not hold the dart at the tip of the dart or at the flight, which is at the very back of the dart. Do not curl your fingers as you grip the dart. Instead, keep them long and open. Keep in mind a dart with a shorter barrel will usually require fewer fingers for gripping. A dart with a longer barrel may require more fingers to maintain a good grip.
When in doubt, go for a grip that is loose rather than firm. You can then adjust your grip so it is a bit tighter as needed.
Your shoulder, elbow, and hand should all be aligned, forming a 90 degree angle, with your elbow slightly up.
Do not lean or sway to the side. Keep your body still and straight. Only your arm should be moving when you throw the dart. Your elbow may raise up slightly when you throw the dart. This is okay, as it may move upward due to the force of your throw.
The wrist snap is often done by professional players to increase the acceleration of the dart. It can also result in a more accurate and consistent throw.
