Why Is Golf So Hard? And How to Make It Easier
Golf looks simple: hit a stationary ball towards a hole. Yet it's one of the hardest sports to master. Even the best players miss shots every round. Understanding why golf is hard helps you set…
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Your First Golf Lesson: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Booking a first golf lesson is one of the best decisions a new golfer can make. A good coach builds solid foundations from the start, saving years of frustration. If you're nervous, don't be: coaches…
Golf for Athletes from Other Sports: What Transfers
Athletes from other sports often take to golf quickly. They have coordination, rotation and competitive instincts. But some habits from other sports work against the golf swing, and golf's static…
Your First 30 Days of Golf: A Week-by-Week Beginner's Plan
Starting golf can feel overwhelming: clubs, rules, etiquette, swing advice from every direction. A simple plan makes it manageable and fun. Here's a week-by-week guide for your first 30 days.
Girls' Golf: How to Get Girls Into Golf and Keep Them Playing
Golf is a fantastic sport for girls: social, outdoors, suitable for all abilities and playable for life. Yet in many places, fewer girls play golf than boys, and many drop out in their teenage years…
First Time at the Driving Range: What to Expect and What to Do
The driving range is where most golfers start, and where many keep coming back. It's relaxed, inexpensive and the perfect place to learn the basics, warm up before a round or work on your swing. But…
Parts of a Golf Course Explained: A Beginner's Guide
The first time you step onto a golf course, it can be confusing. Why are there different coloured markers on the tee? What is the difference between the fairway and the rough? What do the red and…