way to hit (a ball, drum, etc.); way to swing (a club); way to play (shogi, go, etc.)
太鼓の打ち方を先生に習った。
I learned how to play the taiko drum from my teacher.
正しい打ち方を身につければ上達は早い。
Master the correct technique and you'll improve quickly.
バットの打ち方を変えたところ成績が伸びた。
After changing my batting technique, my performance improved.