![]() Denim doesn't have the stigma it used to, especially up north, but I'd avoid it until you've been to the course a few times and it appears to be commonplace.Ī word on women's dress code: I reached out to golf fashion extraordinaire Bailey Mosier for some insight into the colorful world of women's golf fashion: ![]() For men, that means wearing a collared shirt, tucked into slacks or shorts. But as a new player I'd recommend trying to blend in with proper golf attire. Municipal courses and pitch n' putts typically aren't enforcing much in terms of a dress code these days. If you answered 'no' to any of these questions, you may be better off with a little more time at the practice facility or taking lessons.ĭress codes vary greatly these days, especially as some facilities have relaxed their dress code in hopes of not coming across as stuffy. Have I practiced a variety of short game and bunker shots (including from various lies and slopes).Am I reasonably comfortable pitching and chipping shots around the green?.Am I able to get the ball airborn with an assortment of clubs ?.Am I making contact consistently and not hitting it off the club hosel regularly or whiffing?.Am I able to commit and make a swing without needing more than 20-30 seconds to set up?.Here are a few questions you should ask yourself before going to the course: But are you ready to go from the driving range to the first tee? There are invaluable teaching resources online these days. If you are learning on your own, that's okay. Many municipal and public courses have similar programs, so look around for them. Group lessons, like PGA's Get Golf Ready, are very affordable (even free in may places) and relaxed. But time on the course with an expert's undivided attention is invaluable. Playing lessons are great but tend to be more expensive since it is more time-intensive for the instructor. There are also indoor-based instruction programs that use video analysis like GolfTec, and even Topgolf offers lessons. You should be taking a series of lessons from a PGA professional at a golf club or driving range. In fact, going to the course before you are ready is a good way to sour on the game forever, and none of us in the golf business wants that. They don't care how good you are as long as the credit card clears. Very few golf courses have handicap or ability restrictions in North America. You may not have such a guided hand early on in your journey. I was taught the sport by my grandparents who were avid players in retirement and they were fully aware when I was ready to graduate from the driving range to the tee. ![]() But first: Are you ready for the golf course?
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