If Youre New To Golf, Here Are Some Simple Golf Tips To Get You Started

Have you just decided to take up golf? Or have you recently begun to play? Here are some essential but simple golf tips to get started on the right foot.

It is very tempting to jump in and buy a beautiful new set of expensive golf clubs. But don't. Today's golf equipment comes in a great variety for different golfing styles and abilities. Since you're just starting out and really don't know which type of clubs will suite you best, hold off on that purchase. Golf clubs aren't cheap. You should expect to spend a few hundred or even thousands of dollars on a set.

If you get a set of clubs that doesn't suit you, now you're stuck. You can probably sell them, but it will be a big loss. If you absolutely MUST have your own clubs, start with a half set. This usually consists of five irons, two woods, and a putter. Get odd numbered irons - 3,5,7,9 - and wedge. This is plenty to get you started.

A better idea is to rent clubs or borrow so you can try out a few different ones. Once you are ready to buy, consider getting slightly used second hand clubs. Most pro shops and driving ranges sell them. They can give you advice and let you try out some different clubs.

You may meet fellow golfers that have their used clubs for sale, too. I again stress that you need know which clubs suit you before you buy. Don't spend a much money at this point.

You are probably chomping at the bit to playing an actual round of golf. Sorry, but don't even think about going to a golf course yet. Without having gone through any type of golf training program, you'll get very frustrated. Besides, it's really not fair for the golfers behind to have to wait for you.

tart at a driving range, take a few lessons, and get the basics under your belt. Then, you can play a 9 hole course. As you improve your golf game, you can work your way up to an 18 hole course.

You can take golf instruction lessons at driving ranges and golf clubs. You don't have to join a golf club to get a lesson from their golf pro. You can find lots of beginner golf instruction materials online. There are some excellent golf books, DVD's, and videos on the market that will help you to establish the fundamentals of the simple golf swing: grip, stance and posture.

Here's an important beginner golf tip - stick to the basics and don't get blinded by too much technical information. Getting totally confused won't help your golf game or your enjoyment of the sport, either.

Golf is a fantastic game. Take some time easing into it. You will find it a rewarding pass time, sometimes totally frustrating, and always challenging. Like many others, you may find it downright addictive!