So are you just starting out playing golf and whilst wanting to fully enjoy your game you don’t wish to incur both expense and confusion? Here are three tips to help you on your way.
• The United States Golf Association (USGA) produces "The Rules of Golf and The Rules of Amateur Status"
Make sure you get yourself a copy. This is a valuable source for everything you could possibly need to know regarding the official rules of the game, how the handicaps work, amateur status, which equipment to use and so on. You can get your copy from USGA online at www.usga.org.
• Rent Your Equipment
It makes sense at first to rent your golf equipment as buying can be expensive, even when you only need beginners clubs. Let's face it, you do not know at this stage if you will continue to play golf so renting is the best option. If you decide to carry on playing you could take a look at eBay and see what sellers have to offer by way of used clubs. If you intend to take lessons, you should allow in the price range of $50-$60 per hour for a professional trainer.
• Be Prepared
Unless you are playing somewhere where there is an enforced dress code (say, for example, a country club) it is best to wear comfortable and loose fitting clothes – casual wear such as a polo shirt and shorts are a good choice. Remember to dress to suit the weather conditions. You will need comfortable footwear too because if there is a shortage of carts available, you will find yourself doing quite a bit of walking from one hole to the next. Although golf is not considered to be a dangerous sport, if practicing alone, you should carry a bottle of water, a basic first aid kit and a cell phone, just in case of emergencies.
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