How to start in ladies golf?

superhoopess

Hi All,

Female, 31 and I really want to start golfing. I have a set of clubs that were bought for me, but I have nowhere to go to use them.

My other half plays but he is really good and so generally plays in competitions I can't.

So how do I start, where do I start, is there a ladies beginner place I need to go to? Or anywhere people would recommend. Do I need to join a club or is there a sampler thing out there I can try....not a clue here!!!

I have had a few lessons in the Spawell and used their driving range and thats about it,so now im stuck waiting for himself to bring me somewhere, which I didn't want this to be about. I wanted this to be a new hobbie and hopefully a passion for me.

Thanks for any helpful info you might have.

GreeBo

Where are you based?
Are you happy to join a club or more pay as you go?

Do you have any friends/know people who play? This always makes it easier to start.


There are clubs (in Dublin) like Leopardstown that you can join and pay as you go, I know a few people who started that way before forking out to join a club as a member.

If you are a total beginner then Id start by booking a block of lessons from a pro (maybe at a driving range or whereever your partner plays if its an option)
He will be only too happy to go with you for extra practice

Then when you get to a somewhat competent/comfortable level get him to take you out some evening for a few holes or maybe a Sunday, see if you like it at all.

Then its onwards and upwards from there!

superhoopess

Thanks for getting back, im based in templeogue.

I was hoping to start with other beginners or something like that, as I find going out with him annoying at the moment as he gives too much advice (trying to help), that I forget the simple things, get frustrated and just want to pack it in.

Everyone else I know that plays has been at it a few years, and are all lads and really competitive with each other, so again im in that place as where I feel like im holding them up, and taking so many shots that they have to keep stopping - and i don't get much enjoyment out of it. Maybe I should just head out to some pitch and putt places and get better there, build myself up to going out with them?

Carpo86

I would second Greebo's suggestion that you might consider Leopardstown. Especially if you are based in Templeogue.

superhoopess

Grand so I can just rock up and pay on the day, don't need anything but my golf gear and off i go?

Sounds good, thanks for the advice, i didnt think this was an option!!!

rollotomasi

It might be good to get a block of group lessons. In addition to it being cheaper then a one to one lesson, you might meet others in the same boat at your current level interested in joining somewhere or going out for a round.

GreeBo

superhoopess wrote: »

Grand so I can just rock up and pay on the day, don't need anything but my golf gear and off i go?

Sounds good, thanks for the advice, i didnt think this was an option!!!

They operate societies out of there (see here http://golf.leopardstown.com/Content/LeopGolf/LeopGolfRates.aspx?id=9222)

You should get lessons (5 min) before you head to a course, for your own sake.

ssbob

If I were you I would ring up some of your local clubs. All clubs now both men's and women's are screaming out for young blood like yourself. The great thing about most women's clubs is that due to the small numbers you can become very involved very quick and make quite a lot of friends.

Try not to let golf bother you , it's a hobbie and should be fun and believe me it is a great way to meet people. Once your up and running you are always more than welcome to come to one of our society events, we have people of all handicaps playing.

newport2

GreeBo wrote: »

They operate societies out of there (see here http://golf.leopardstown.com/Content/LeopGolf/LeopGolfRates.aspx?id=9222)

You should get lessons (5 min) before you head to a course, for your own sake.

OP, you're not far from the Spawell driving range, which is good for lessons.

A friend of mine (a woman) who is starting out is currently getting lessons from David Lavelle there, who she finds very good. Good value too. Hazel also gives lesson there if you'd prefer a woman teaching you.

Good luck and enjoy it!

cdb

There is a 9-hole golf course in Stepaside that is open to the public. You can book it online or simply walk in and pay. €11.50 for 9 holes mid week and around €24 at the weekends for 18 holes (9 holes twice). A decent course, ideal for beginners and well worth a visit. Enjoy!

TrapperChamonix

ssbob wrote: »

If I were you I would ring up some of your local clubs. All clubs now both men's and women's are screaming out for young blood like yourself. The great thing about most women's clubs is that due to the small numbers you can become very involved very quick and make quite a lot of friends.

Try not to let golf bother you , it's a hobbie and should be fun and believe me it is a great way to meet people. Once your up and running you are always more than welcome to come to one of our society events, we have people of all handicaps playing.

+1
Our club (The Island, Donabate) ran a specific program in 2014 to attract new women to join. It was a series of lessons over a number of weeks to improve technique but also to explain course etiquette and (probably) most importantly allow the group of novices to get to know each other and thereby find golfing partners. The lessons were followed by playing on the course (4 or 9 holes). It may (or may not) be too far from Templeogue but unless you are joining the Other Halfs club, I'd be trying to find a club that has a plan to help you come up the learning curve.

I'd reiterate Bobs comment that prospective Women members are highly sought after

geeksauce

My wife took it up a couple of years ago we generally get out once a week together if not more. The club I was a member in and that she joined organised a beginners ladies group on a Monday evening where they would play a 9 hole competition so maybe other clubs would have something similar you could partake in without having to join.

what2do

Check out http://www.cgigolf.org/activity-map/ - this shows clubs running intro courses.

This is definitely a good starting point because you will meet people of a similar standard and you can gain confidence..... Best way to improve from there is by playingwith people who are better than you- don't be intimidated, everyone started at some stage:-)

cd1

Elmgreen is a relaxed course which encourages beginners. No real major course hazards to avoid so it allows you get confident with your game. Join now for reasonable rates for 5 or 7 days. There's a pitch and putt, driving range and a great lady professional for lessons. It's 20min drive from Templeogue. Always someone to play a few holes with you.
Good luck with your game

allybhoy

Not sure if its too late but our Pro is running an 8 week ladies beginner golf program starting tonight at 6:30 - 8pm. All equipment is being provided...

charlieIRL

Tis a bit late alright........the OP was the 1st July 2014!!!!!

Lucyn

Not too late at all! I was having a little look on the net for beginners lessons, came on here and found this. It started last night (postponed due to weather) and I must say I thouraghly enjoyed it. Very welcoming atmosphere and lots of encouragement. Many thanks for posting the details.

allybhoy

Delighted to hear it was of some use to someone Lucy, Brian is the Pro at my course and he is a lovely guy. I think the OP was going to sign up aswell as she sent me a PM asking for directions etc.

PARlance

allybhoy wrote: »

Delighted to hear it was of some use to someone Lucy, Brian is the Pro at my course and he is a lovely guy. I think the OP was going to sign up aswell as he sent me a PM asking for directions etc.

Second that, he's a gent. Fair play to the club for getting behind something like that.