This article brings to you some basic information and tips on golf for beginners and advice on golf lessons and golf equipment.  We hope that if you are looking for an article on golf for beginners, this one will be useful for you.

Golf though looks simple at first glance has many complexities and technicalities.  You need to have a thorough knowledge about its rules and techniques and should spend enough time in practicing to master the game.

Valuable Tips on Golf for Beginners

·         You should spend money on golf equipment

     and apparel only once you are familiar with

     the game. Either borrow or buy second hand.
·         If you can afford taking golf lessons offered at golf schools, you should surely

     join one.  They help in building a sound base.  Other way would be to hire a

     pro for golf lessons.
·         You can opt to practice your golf swing in your backyard.  You can also

     practice in your living room.
·         To begin Par-3 courses are good choices for beginners.  If you are worried

     about people watching you play, find a course with fewer golfers.

Advice on Golf Lessons

·         It is advised to take golf lessons from a pro or at golf schools.  The reason is

     that if you take the right direction in the beginning you will learn faster and

     with the  right technique.  It can be a 30 minute lesson or an hourly golf

     lesson.  The price could be $ 25-$ 125 or more depending on the instructor’s

     experience.  If price is a consideration then see if your local college or

     university provides golf lessons. They charge reasonable fees.

Golf Equipment Information

·         Don’t go out to buy golf equipment when you hardly know anything about it or

     the game.  Once you know the basics of Golf, go ahead with shopping for golf

     equipment.
·         Golf Clubs - A novice golfer’s golf club set should include:
          o        Three Woods- Driver, Three-wood, and Five wood
          o        Nine Irons- Irons number 3-9, Pitching wedge and Sand wedge
          o        Putter
·         Tees - Tees are meant to give a raised level to the ball so that you hit the

     shot accurately.
·         Golf Balls - Golf balls are available in a package of three.
·         Golf Shoes - Golf shoes have spikes to keep your feet to help you maintain

     balance and keeping your feet firmly on the ground.
·         Ball Markers - Ball markers are meant for marking the position of the golf ball

     before the shot.
·         Golf Bag - There are three kinds of golf bags to choose from - the Tour Bag,

     the Cart Bag and the Carry Bag.