Thursday, January 5, 2012

Golf Tips For All Skill Levels

By Marcus Dodd


Finding golf tips for free is easier than you may think. The game is so popular that every public library is full of books and magazines on the subject, and the internet is an almost unlimited resource. In addition, every golfer loves to talk about the game, so all you need to do is listen and learn.

Anyone thinking of taking up the game could benefit from learning at least the basic vocabulary. People speak of links, fairways, greens, bunkers, and that fearful area known as 'the rough'. There are putters and drivers and wedges and more - all forms of clubs. While learning to understand the advice you will find, you get a good introduction to the game itself.

Then there is the etiquette of the game, its fascinating history, the romance, the legends, and the safety aspects. You won't want to offend some classic tradition, be unable to appreciate the references to past great moments, or place yourself or others in jeopardy. Getting a solid foundation of basic information will help make the game come alive, as it involves much more than a small, wayward white ball.

There are also a lot of rules that are important to learn. First of all, there is a strict etiquette that you should know so you won't make a faux pas on the course or in the clubhouse. Then there are rules of play, of scoring, and of safety that even beginners should be aware of. FAQs in books or online and instructional videos can give you a lot of basic information.

Take this basic knowledge with you and by all means sign up for lessons at a local course. Almost every public and private course has a resident pro who offers to teach beginners, help golfers improve, and watch advanced players critically for problems with their swing or their stance. It is amazing how much progress you can make in a structured lesson.

Equipment manufacturers post a lot of information online about the game and the equipment it requires. They often sponsor free videos and player forums, as well as how-to tips, for prospective customers, but these are available for anyone who is interested. Look online for more sites than you probably have time to survey.

Eventually you may want to have your game evaluated by a computer - definitely a new slant on an old theme. In the meantime, there are enough golf tips around to help you take strokes off your game, achieve a respectable handicap, and maybe even go on the pro circuit.




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