| If you are new to golf, your very first game can | | | | only have up to 14 golf clubs in your bag, but |
| be quite an intimidating experience. Much like your | | | | there is no set minimum requirement. What you |
| first flight or very first visit to a super luxury | | | | must remember is, never borrow clubs from any |
| hotel-resort, there is a 'proper' way to behave on | | | | other player on the course (known or unknown). |
| a golf course. You must familiarize yourself with | | | | As a beginner golfer, simply carry some clubs |
| these golf course etiquette so that you can step | | | | that are most commonly used. Since you are |
| on the course with complete self-assurance and | | | | probably going to be hitting in all directions and |
| confidence! Get a quick lesson on the 7 rules of | | | | thus, losing plenty of balls, carry them in bountiful! |
| etiquette that can help you overcome these first | | | | Note: Carrying a ballmark repair tool will help you |
| day jitters. | | | | repair ballmarks on the course and you can find |
| Dressing Up For Tee (and Golf) Time: Yes, much | | | | one for a couple of dollars at any golf pro shop. |
| like for any event or occasion, proper attire is a | | | | Keep Your Hands Off The Ball: A sacrosanct rule |
| must for this sport. Typically, most golf courses | | | | in the little book of golfing etiquette is to never |
| have a dress code. If you are visiting a golf | | | | move or touch the golf ball. 'Play it as it lies' term |
| course with a friend, ask him for advice and dress | | | | in the golf rulebook simply means that you - the |
| appropriately. If you've newly acquired | | | | player - do not touch or move the golf ball! Simply |
| membership of a golf course, then find out the | | | | play the ball in the state and resting position it |
| dress code. In any case, you can either dress up | | | | achieves after being played. |
| in a pair of slacks, or khaki shorts and a proper | | | | Note: While there are exceptions to the rules, |
| golf shirt or t-shirt with collar. Golf dress code is | | | | playing by the rules allows you to enjoy the game |
| not too strict about the shoes, while a proper pair | | | | better. And the rule book states - never move, |
| of golf gloves will definitely come in handy (no pun | | | | touch, or pick the ball unless you are sure that |
| intended)! | | | | you aren't breaking any rules! |
| Note: it might be a good idea to keep some extra | | | | As a bright and upcoming golfer, you must |
| change in your pocket to tip the cart jockeys and | | | | remember that golf courses are created for your |
| or the guy who bring you your drinks. | | | | enjoyment and as responsible beginners, golf |
| Clubbing Right: What's a game of golf for a | | | | following the etiquettes and rules is part of your |
| beginner like you without the right equipment? | | | | responsibility towards the sport that has caught |
| Golf equipment is not just about etiquette but | | | | your fancy! |
| also about rules. According to golf rules, you can | | | | |