The Ultimate Beginners’ Guide for Choosing Golf Clubs

Finally, you’ve decided to take the advice of your colleagues and friends, who have repeatedly stated that golf is the best game to play. Now that you’ve decided to play golf, you might feel confused by the many terms and types of clubs. It can be hard to know where to begin.

There’s no need to stress any longer. We’ve compiled a guide with all the handy tips for beginners that will help steer you on your journey. After reading this guide, you will have a better idea of what to look for when choosing golf clubs for the first time. So wether you want an executive golf membership, a social membership or a sports one, let’s start from the basics to more advanced assets to consider.

1. Be Patient and Enjoy the Learning Process

You don’t have to know exactly everything about golf immediately. The first and foremost rule of this sport is to have fun. You’ll learn that your mental preparation might affect how soon you get on the course as you develop your golfing skills.

You shouldn’t put unnecessary pressure on yourself to reach a goal. There is a learning curve, just like there is with anything else. Don’t act hastily or out of frustration; doing so will interfere with your progress. In the meantime you can enjoy knowing new people that have the same hobbies and interest.

2. Learn the Golf Clubs’ Main Function

Golf is a sport where players must hit tiny golf balls with different clubs according to the starting areas. The point of golf clubs is to hit the balls into holes spread out throughout a course.

Golf is a game that requires concentration and balance between all elements, including clubs. Our experience confirms this.

3. Choosing the Right Golf Clubs for Beginners

Choosing the right golf club to start playing can have a significant effect. Mainly, beginner clubs have fewer sophisticated characteristics than advanced clubs. For example, beginner clubs have wider clubfaces and shorter shafts, making it easier to get the ball into the air. A beginner set of golf clubs should include a driver, a 3-wood, iron sets of 3, 5,7, and 9, and a pitching wedge. That brings us to the next beginner golf tip in our guide.

4. Understanding the Best Types of Golf Clubs for Beginners

To make things easier, we’ve categorized each type of golf club based on its key uses.

Loft—The loft is the angle of the club face that regulates trajectory and impacts distance. The more loft a club has, the higher the ball’s trajectory and the shorter the distance the ball will travel.

Length—Clubs’ length influences posture and swing. For that reason, it can help determine a beginner’s performance on the golf course. For this specific aspect, you should consider that the higher the number, the shorter the shaft.

Distance—Knowing a rough average of distances for each club the average club can help determine whether they are a long hitter, short or mid hitter.

Driver

Beginners and recreational golfers most often use this club because it allows greater off-center hits. Golf drivers are the clubs that produce the most long-distance shots with an approximate tee time of 4s and par 5s. There is a wide range of sizes, but the United States Golf Association (USGA) regulations recommend head size at 460cc (cubic centimeters).

Loft (Degrees)	Length (Inches)	Distance (Yards)
Most beginners should select golf drivers with a loft of 8.5 or 10.5 degrees or at most 12 degrees.	45-45.5 inches	220-250 yards

 

Three Wood

“3-wood” refers to a specific type of fairway wood that can keep the ball on a flatter trajectory for a longer distance. It can hit up to 240 yards, helping you get closer to the green on longer holes in a round of golf with 18 holes.

Loft (Degrees)	Length (Inches)	Distance (Yards)
The average for 3-wood is 15 degrees.	43-42 inches	200-240 yards

 

Iron Set

Iron sets are used during a game of golf when the player is from less than 200 yards of space from the green. The set for a beginner should include the 3, 5, 7, 9, and a pitching wedge (PW). But a standard set contains 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 irons, plus the pitching wedge. The way it works is simple:  the closer the player is to the green, the higher the number of iron. 

Numbered Irons	Loft (Degrees)	Length (Inches)	Distance (Yards)
3	21 degrees	38.5-39.5 inches	200-230 yards
5	From 21-27 degrees	37-38.5 inches	175-195 yards
7	From 28-34 degrees	36-37.5 inches	150-165 yards
9	From 38-42 degrees	35-36.5 inches	130-145 yards
Pitching Wedge	From 41 to 46 degrees	35.75 inches	120-140 yards.

 

Are You Ready to Play Golf?

Now that you you know how to choose the proper golf clubs, it’s time to put all that knowledge into practice with professional golf lessons in Reno, Nevada. The best way to start golfing is to learn from certified instructors and join our club. The Club at ArrowCreek in Reno has experienced staff and various golf club memberships. They offer a complete on-site experience for members.