There is still time to enjoy some of the remaining gorgeous days before the chill of Autumn sets in. What better way to spend a beautiful afternoon than a day on the golf course? Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced golfer looking for a few tricks to improve your game, there are scores of tips you can use to either help you get started or improve your game. Even the most minor changes can make a big difference in your game.
For Beginners:
Maybe you’ve heard of this “golf” everyone keeps talking about and wonder what all of the fuss is about. As a beginner there are few key tips you can use to get yourself started.
1. Don’t spend an exorbitant amount of money on golfing equipment (a golf bag, golf shoes, golf clubs etc.).
There is a phrase --“He has a $1,000 golf bag and $10 game.” It means a beginner who has spent a grandiose amount of money on equipment they aren’t even sure how to use effectively yet. Beginners shouldn’t jump immediately into owning pricey equipment until they are experienced enough to use it to their advantage. Until then, a modest set of clubs will do. You might also want to consider buying used clubs and wait to purchase the expensive stuff later.
2. Consider taking lessons
The price for lessons can be pretty steep, but if you are willing to spend the extra cash in order to learn as quickly as possible, then lessons are your best bet.
3. Practice, practice practice!
Practice makes perfect. The best way to improve is to be consistent with practicing your, swing, putt, drive etc. Visiting a driving range a couple of times a week to improve your swing can make a significant difference in your game over-all.
Improving your Golf Game:
How to Improve your golf game
Easy tips and tricks
The perfect golf swing
Ten golf swing tips
Choosing the right equipment
Golfing for dummies and the rules of some golfing games
Golf Tips: Virginia Beach, Virginia Golf Courses
Local golf courses:
Hampton Roads is filled with some courses that will suit the novice and expert alike. Here is a list categorized by city:
Chesapeake:
Battlefield Golf Club at Centerville
1001 S. Centerville Turnpike
Chesapeake, VA 23322
Phone: (757) 482-4779
Fax: (757) 482-4199
Cahoon Plantation
1501 Cahoon Parkway
Chesapeake, VA 23322
Phone: (757) 436-2775
Fax: (757) 549-4463
Chesapeake Golf Club
1201 Clubhouse Drive
Chesapeake, VA 23322
Phone: (757) 547-1122
Fax: (757) 547-8546
Virginia Beach:
The Signature at West Neck, Arnold Palmer Signature Course
18 holes over 7,280 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
3100 Arnold Palmer Dr.
Virginia Beach, VA 23456-8302
(757) 721-2900
Heron Ridge Golf Club, Heron Ridge Course
18 holes over 7,017 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
2973 Heron Ridge Dr.
Virginia Beach, VA 23456-7240
(757) 426-3800
8 miles from the center of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach National Golf Club, Virginia Beach Course
18 holes over 7,432 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
2500 Tournament Dr.
Virginia Beach, VA 23456-2525
(877) 484-3872
10 miles from the center of Virginia Beach
Princess Anne Country Club, Princess Anne Course
18 holes over 6,042 yards with a par of 70 (Private Non-Equity)
3800 Pacific Ave.
Virginia Beach, VA 23451-2654
(757) 422-3360
18 miles from the center of Virginia Beach.
Norfolk:
Lake Wright Golf Course, Lake Wright Course
18 holes over 6,189 yards with a par of 70 (Municipal)
6282 Northampton Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23502-5510
(757) 459-2255
The Lamberts Point Golf Course
4301 Powhatan Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23508
Phone(s): (757) 489-1677
Fax: (757) 489-0866
Ocean View Municipal Golf Course - Public
9610 Norfolk Ave.
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
Phone: (757) 480-2094
Fax: (757) 480-9063
Now, if you’re willing to venture outside of Hampton roads for spectacular courses, Golf Digest has ranked the top 100 best courses in the country.
Facts about Golf:
This site has some cool golf-related facts. For instance, did you know that Phil Mickelson is naturally right-handed but was able to imitate his father’s swing so he never needed right-handed gloves?
Make sure to also check out TREG’s golf Pinterest board for some tips, information on local courses and more!