by Johnnie D Williams

Created on: March 02, 2011

Belonging to a golf club provides many benefits for the golfer. The main element is the sense of belonging to a particular course and supporting both their membership base and the course itself. Your involvement will help the course flourish over time and you will improve your golf dramatically.

You will be able to earn an accurate handicap, often marked by the club captain, which not only stands as an official indication of your level of golf in general, but can unlock access to other courses in your area that may require you to present a handicap certificate prior to a round of golf. Although it has to be noted many municipal courses, often referred to as “Pay-and-Play” do not demand this requirement.

Entry into competitions can help increase your level of play, as well as helping you understand the complexities of the game. You will find the adrenaline rush from competing in competitions not only helps improve your self-confidence but the rewards are often very lucrative too!

There are different types of membership depending on your age (senior, junior, associate) and how often you wish to play. The most popular being the 7 day week membership, followed by 5 day access usually not including weekends.

By having a club golf course at your disposal you will find it much easier to increase your level of golf and you will see your handicap drop significantly. Playing on a regular course provides a familiarity benefit, you will know how the greens run and the best approaches to greens. You will have access to the practice putting green and be able to practice bunker shots if you course provides these facilities.

The cost benefits associated with membership will also be an added attraction. Time management will be much easier to arrange, and you will be able to fit your golf around convenient times for you and your family. If you have an odd hour or two spare you could squeeze nine holes in without a problem. In addition many clubs offer discounted rates and special offers for other local courses, particular if they are part of a chain or consortium.

Many clubs also have an associated health-club, spa, swimming pool, and restaurants which can provide some excellent benefits for you and other family members. The food served at these local club restaurants is usually of a very high calibre.

Clubs also have their own Pro-Shop which is great to discuss the latest equipment, even offering test clubs and discounted sale items, which you will be in a favourable position to benefit from.

Joining a golf club is a great way to meet other golfers too and expand your network of friends, with the bonus of finding additional playing partners when your usual partners have other commitments.

You will also become friendly with the PGA approved instructors who may well offer you small pieces of advice for free, which for the golfer looking to improve is always a good thing. Lessons are normally offered at a discounted rate for the club member.

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