Master the footwork. Before attempting a slap bunt, try to work on getting the footwork perfect, as it is the most important aspect of the technique. Most players will take a jab step backwards while anticipating the pitch, and then cross over with the left foot when entering the swing. Practice this motion without a bat before trying to slap bunt in practice.
Set your feet properly. Position your feet slightly open towards right field, as this will make for an easier transition when you start running towards first base.
Choke up slightly. Move your hands a few inches up the bat handle in order to get a better feel.
Start the motion. When the ball is pitched, slide your front foot back towards the rear foot and the rear foot crosses over and becomes the first step towards first base.
Open up your lower body. It is important to keep the lower body opened up towards the left side of the infield through the swing.
Square your shoulders. Make sure your shoulders are still square to the pitcher, even while swinging. This is an important step to master, as many ballplayers have trouble getting the hang of this.
Swing the bat level. Don't chop at the ball. Chopping reduces the time the bat stays in the plane of the pitch and so reduces the chance of contact.
Keep your hands close to your body. Let the barrel of the bat trail your hands slightly so that you hit the inside of the ball which will result in a hit to the left side of the infield. #Start running. When the pitch comes, already start running to first with your bat out. Watch film of stars like Ichiro Suzuki begin striding even as they make contact.
Run! Drop the bat as quickly as possible, as the added weight will slow you down.
Keep your head steady. Focus on keeping your head from bobbing when running. This will lower your time from home to first.
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