The first thing to consider when golfing with your kids is how large of a role proper etiquette plays in the game of golf. Set a good example for your children by raking sand traps, marking your ball on the green, and not stepping in the pat of another persons putt. Other important etiquette based rules to show your children are to let the player who is away hit first and not to talk while they are hitting.

When golfing with your kids avoid being overly emotional when you make a mistake. It is amazing what people will do when they screw up. Everything from yelling, constant cursing, to even leaving the course mid-round. Show your kids an even keeled version of yourself that they will be proud to model themselves after. It is hard to golf when you are unable to erase a previous mistake from your memory so simply forget about it. Remember there are children in your presence who look up to you so try and develop a care free attitude on the links as this frame of thinking is the most congruent to shooting your best game.

I want my kids to have the walk in the park mentality. Not only is it an important quality but it is a way of thinking that leads to good etiquette and shows respect for yourself and your fellow competitors. Basically as a parent it is important not to be a hothead while on the course with our children and even when just golfing without them. Anger is not an attractive thing at any time but especially on the golf course. Teach your kids that the way to shoot your best scores is through proper breathing techniques and carrying a positive attitude even after colossal mistakes. Teach them to use mistakes as learning tools.

If you teach the children you adore how to carry themselves properly on the golf course you will have been the best teacher that they ever could have found. Show your children love and constantly give them positive feedback. Try and go the whole round without blowing up once and at the same time show your kids of the importance of proper etiquette. There is a great opportunity for bonding while on the golf course so enjoy just being with your kids and help give them memories that will stay with them for a lifetime.

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