Driving Range: A Practice Ground For The Golfer

Most golf courses also have driving ranges, at least the reputable ones do. Driving ranges act as a practice ground for golfers. He or she can practice shots and loosen up for the actual course.

Driving ranges are the best place to fine-tune a new technique or practice a new shot before applying it to the game itself. It is highly recommended that the golfer not try out a new trip or shot on the course without practicing beforehand. One muffed shot is all it takes to cause the golfer to lose confidence in the stroke, grip or the club he or she is used to. As you see, the best route to go is to practice he shot on the driving range beforehand.

Getting ready to play varies for each golfer when it comes to the driving range. Some prefer to loosen up with small clubs like the pitching wedge, then gradually moving to the larger sized clubs and ultimately finish the practice shots using the woods. On the other hand, some golfers practice his or her stroke with the larger clubs first, after which they move to the smaller clubs such as the sand wedge and pitching wedge. Some golfers use the driving range to focus on one particular shot or club and, as such, will use only one club rather than several different sizes.

When the golfer is using only one club, particularly if he or she is having difficulty on the course, it is important that he or she focus on what they are doing with the club. Is the grip comfortable so that their wrists are flexibly during follow through? Is their stance too open or closed? Such things as these can adversely impact a shot. A stance that is too open can impact a golfer's balance and accuracy, while a stance that is too closed can prevent him or her from achieving the distance expected from this certain club.

Of course, there are always new tips that promise improved golfing, such as increased distance and accuracy of shots. The truth is, many of these advertised tips" are simply a money-making opportunity from selling golfing videos, books and equipment. However, there are some legitimate tips and advice that can help but even these should be attempted on the driving range before reaching the first tee. Look at the driving range as a place to warm-up for a golfing game or practice new tips, shots and clubs before moving it out onto the course.