If you are thinking about joining a golf club for the first time or possibly joining a new golf club, it can be an anxious experience. This is especially true if you are joining the golf club alone and do not really know anyone at the club.
However, there are some things you can do which will make the whole process smoother and allow you to settle in quickly.
If you are shy, getting to know people when joining a golf club can be tough. If you do not know anyone at the golf club, do not turn up, play your round of golf and go home. You must make some effort to meet people otherwise it will never happen.
Strike up a conversation with someone in the locker room, even if it is something trivial such as the weather. Go into the bar after your round of golf and if nothing else, have a chat with the person working behind the bar. Introduce yourself and say you are a new member and other people at the bar are sure to say hello.
Always look the part when you are at a new golf club. Wearing the correct attire and looking smart will help you connect to the other members and staff at the club. Looking smart gives off the right impression and other golfers are more likely to hold conversation with you if you look the business.
Do not be afraid to ask other golfers to join you during a round. Start by heading to the putting green before a round for a little practice. If you notice there is a group who are about to go and tee off why not ask if you can join them? If you see another person about to tee off on the first hole on their own, why not ask if they would like to join you?
Etiquette remains an important aspect of playing golf. Abide by the club rules and the basic golf etiquette when on the course. If you join a group do not step in-front of another person’s putting line, always mark your ball and be ready to play when it is your shot. If you can get the etiquette right from the beginning, it will really help you settle at the golf club.
The best way to meet people is to play in competitions. If you do not want to play competitive golf that’s fair enough but it should not stop you from at least getting your handicap. Ask fellow club members if they can sign your card following three rounds and you can submit the cards, which will allow you to play in competitions.
Finally, you must accept that some people you will like and others you will not. It’s the same as anything in life, such as the workplace. Do not be afraid to ask for contact details of the people you click with at the golf club and to take the initiative to arrange a social round of golf.
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