Beginner Golf Clubs

The popularity of golf has grown exponentially over the past decade, and more and more new golfers are entering the sport. Some people enjoy the exercise and opportunity to get outdoors. Others like the social aspect of spending time with friends or spouses who golf. Some enjoy the challenge of competition against themselves or others. But no matter your reason for getting involved in the sport, one thing remains the same for every golfer; you must have clubs to play. You can borrow clubs or use rentals from the course, but many people eventually decide to purchase their own. There are some general things to consider when purchasing beginner golf clubs and some recommendations that will save you money and frustration and hopefully make your introduction to the sport of golf an experience that will lead to a lifetime of fun and enjoyment.

#1 Consideration
The most important consideration when purchasing beginner golf clubs is that they fit you well enough to provide a realistic and fair introduction to the game. Many players, especially women, start out with hand-me-down equipment that was made for a taller, more stronger player or that has been customized to fit a certain swing or playing style. If you don’t have proper club height and grip size, it will be very difficult to play correctly, no matter how much you practice. Many beginners get discouraged early on because they can’t get the ball up in the air or it is all over the course. They quit before they even have a chance to test their true abilities, blaming their poor performance on a lack of talent when a large part of the problem may be due to poor club selection.

Purchase Clone Clubs
Most experts agree that if you can find a set of used clubs or borrowed clubs that are the right height and grip size for you, it is fine to play with these until you learn more about the game and develop your swing style. You might also purchase cloned clubs that are based on design features of top name clubs but often made with lesser materials and offered at a lower price. You can usually get a set of these clubs for between $100 and $200. If you buy these clubs from a retailer who will give you a custom fitting, you are more likely to end up with beginner golf clubs that compliment your golf style without breaking the bank.

Select Fewer Clubs
Other ways to scale down the costs of a set of beginner golf clubs is to limit the number of clubs you purchase. Until you learn more about the game, you are not likely to need certain clubs, like a sand wedge or specialty putter. The 2 and 3 irons are traditionally harder to hit for new golfers and they can be left out at first or replaced with one utility club, such as a 5, 7, or 9 wood. These utility clubs are made with a special design that helps inexperienced golfers and those with a slower swing get the ball up in the air more quickly and play more accurately.

Buy A Pre-packaged Beginner’s Set
Some golf club manufacturers and retailers sell pre-packaged sets of beginner golf clubs that have a scaled back selection of clubs. These sets usually include five irons (typically 3,5,7,9) and perhaps two woods (1,3, or 5) and a putter. As you get better at the game and learn how to play the more difficult clubs, you can add more clubs from the same line. Or if you find that you need to purchase a different set, you won’t be out as much money on your initial investment. Plus a good set of beginner golf clubs will likely appeal to another newbie, just as they did to you, and you can sell you clubs and apply the proceeds to your new ones.

For many people, golf is one of the most enjoyable sports available. But it can also be a difficult and expensive game, especially for those just getting started. When purchasing beginner golf clubs, finding a balance between quality and price can be a challenging decision. Most experts agree that there is really no need to jump in and spend several thousand dollars until you know you will stick with the game and have had a chance to learn about your swing and golf style. You can choose to borrow clubs, buy used, shop discount and clone brands, or go with a basic but fitted set of clubs. The main concern wiht any set of beginner golf clubs is that they are the right height and have correct grip sizes so that you can truly get a fair feel for the game and your abilities.