SOYOUWANNA LEARN TO PLAY GOLF?

2. THE RULES:

Golf has a very strict set of rules to follow, governed by the US Golf Association (USGA). These rules include scoring, penalties and more. Click here for a complete list of the lengthy rules of golf: http://www.usga.org/playing/rules/rules.html

Golf also has special rules of behavior called golf etiquette. Any beginner should learn these rules so as not to offend anyone on the course, or even possibly get hurt. Here is a link to golf-etiquette from the USGA: http://www.usga.org/playing/etiquette/etiquette.html

Best way to Learn:

The best way to learn golf is by having private lessons with a golf pro. You can get local numbers of golf pros from any local golf course. Set up a lesson before you step on the course! There is nothing more aggravating to other golfers, than a beginner hacking away at the ball and holding up the entire game.

Read the Books, Watch the Tapes

The quickest way to learn the fundamentals of any sport, including golf, is to read books and watch instructional videos on the topic. The shelves of your local library and bookstore will be lined with books and videos related to golf. From titles on various players to the history of the game itself, there will be plenty of information here to keep you busy for years. Take some time to browse through the sports section and see what you can find. When choosing skills-related books, look for books with lots of illustrations and photographs. Reading the fundamentals is one thing, but actually seeing a visual depiction of how the skill actually looks will often make things easier to understand. The book should cover all the intricacies of golf, especially the swing. It should also provide you with drills to do on your own, at either a driving range or in your own backyard. Videos are another great option for learning how to play golf. Often times, videos are hosted by professional golfers or the sport's top instructional coaches. Watching a video specifically on improving your golf swing is like having your own personal coach right in your living room.