Take lessons, then take more. I was out on the coarse yesterday, and man, you can never have enough help. Just keep practicing, and buy some decent clubs. References :
I agree with Ace, take lessons, This will teach you the basics and keep you from any bad habits. Then practice, practice practice.
You may also want to pick up a book on golf etiquette. Especially if you are conducting business on the golf course. You do not want to walk in somebodies lie, or hit out of turn. It is really bad form and makes a bad impression with a potentail client… References :
I agree with Ace and Coupe, take lessons. Check out the local golf course for their golf pro or classes are also available at local colleges. Coupe makes a very valid point, golf etiquette is just as important as playing the game. I was lucky enough to have a teacher who emphasized etiquette and when I started playing golf regularly the others in my foursome commented on this.
Even if you are not a very good golfer (like me) the people you play with will be more impacted by your etiquette. How to choose who goes first, when to yell "Fore!", when to talk or be quiet, and raking the sand trap after use are just a few of the things you should know about when it comes to golf. Good Luck! References :
I would suggest getting some lessons to begin with. Also, if you have any friends that play regularly, then try to team up with them and start playing with you can. You want to be able to play some when out with customers so that don’t get frustrated by you not knowing how to play and the rules. References :
Take a class called First Swing or Link Up 2 Golf. They teach you everything you need to know at a great price. They will provide the equipment also. You can go to http://www.playgolfamerica.com to learn more about it and to find a program near you. You can start with a free golf lesson in May, to make sure you like it. References : http://360.yahoo.com/pgamoffett http://www.playgolfamerica.com
Take lessons, then take more. I was out on the coarse yesterday, and man, you can never have enough help. Just keep practicing, and buy some decent clubs.
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Move to bloody Scotland!
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I agree with Ace, take lessons, This will teach you the basics and keep you from any bad habits. Then practice, practice practice.
You may also want to pick up a book on golf etiquette. Especially if you are conducting business on the golf course. You do not want to walk in somebodies lie, or hit out of turn. It is really bad form and makes a bad impression with a potentail client…
References :
I agree with Ace and Coupe, take lessons. Check out the local golf course for their golf pro or classes are also available at local colleges. Coupe makes a very valid point, golf etiquette is just as important as playing the game. I was lucky enough to have a teacher who emphasized etiquette and when I started playing golf regularly the others in my foursome commented on this.
Even if you are not a very good golfer (like me) the people you play with will be more impacted by your etiquette. How to choose who goes first, when to yell "Fore!", when to talk or be quiet, and raking the sand trap after use are just a few of the things you should know about when it comes to golf. Good Luck!
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I would suggest getting some lessons to begin with. Also, if you have any friends that play regularly, then try to team up with them and start playing with you can. You want to be able to play some when out with customers so that don’t get frustrated by you not knowing how to play and the rules.
References :
Take a class called First Swing or Link Up 2 Golf. They teach you everything you need to know at a great price. They will provide the equipment also. You can go to http://www.playgolfamerica.com to learn more about it and to find a program near you. You can start with a free golf lesson in May, to make sure you like it.
References :
http://360.yahoo.com/pgamoffett
http://www.playgolfamerica.com