How to Start Playing Golf Now

Luckily, it doesn't take a huge investment of time or money when you're first learning golf. Before you start researching golf courses in Portimao (and you definitely should) this quick guide will tell you everything you need to know to get started right away.

Many golf courses will allow you to rent a set of clubs while you're out on the driving range. Here's a secret a lot of people won't tell you, however: You can buy early on, you just need to remember that you don't need a full set right from the start.

Thomas Golf is a custom golf club brand that sells clubs individually. In addition, they do the custom fitting for free, which means the club will definitely work with your physical measurements. Starting with just a single club or two is a totally valid way to enter into the world of golf.

If you choose to borrow from a friend or rent rather than buy, be sure to consider the length and weight of the club and try to find one that matches your body type. If you start with clubs that don't work with you, you'll learn bad habits early on in your golf development. This is another reason why custom fitting through Thomas Golf is a great idea.

There are some tricks that can help out even if you have a club that isn't necessarily built for you, though. For example, for a club that's too long, you can grip it further down on the shaft. Do whatever you can to fit the club you have to your specific needs.

Instead of splurging on spendy packs of new, never-before-used golf balls, just purchase a bucket of balls at the driving range. This will allow you to practice shots over and over. Repeated practice is key when you're learning the ropes of golf, and it's best to save on money, time, and frustration wherever you're able to.

One area that's worth investing in some money is a golf glove. Since practice will involve hitting dozens of shots in a row, it's easy to build up painful blisters if your hand isn't protected. A strong golf glove also adds just a little extra grip to your club, making the learning process a bit easier.

It's also worth considering golf shoes. Beyond offering better support when walking around the course, golf shoes will offer more grip to your feet. This can improve the strength and steadiness of your golf swing.