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Golf is an adaptable game that it suits everyone, whatever their age, fitness level or ability. Whether you want to keep healthy, burn calories or spend time with friends, golf is for you.

An Overview of Golf

The game is steeped in tradition. The rules are uniform the world over and the unique handicapping system allows people of different abilities to play with and against each other. The game is a stimulating challenge combined with getting out in the fresh air in pleasant surroundings. Golf is not only enjoyable, it is an excellent way of exercising, as an average 18 holes usually involves walking between six and seven kilometres!

Friendship, fresh air and exercise, golf has is all

Get into Golf is the national campaign to inspire adults to take up golf and to play more often. Run by England Golf through is network of County Golf Partnership and supported by Sport England National Lottery funding.

It doesn't matter whether you've never played golf or if you haven't picked up a club since your school days or an almost-forgotten holiday. You can get started by taking advantage of the low cost golf taster sessions and beginner courses on offer.

You'll receive a basic introduction to golf from PGA professionals, together with information about club membership and follow-on coaching opportunities. Equipment will be provided so all you have to do is turn up on the day in comfortable clothing.

There's no better sport for bringing people together and with its winning combination of exercise, sporting skill and social interaction, golf is the perfect tonic for good health and happiness.

Benefits

It's good to play golf because:

  • Game for all
  • Keeps you active
  • Connects you with people (for women use support and friendship)
  • Learn something new
  • Reduces stress levels (for women use Gives you a natural feel-good factor
  • Learn something new
  • Improve work-life balance
  • Helps you live longer, healthier life

Costs

Taster sessions and beginner courses are not as expensive as you might think, and there are driving ranges available across the country. The majority of beginner courses will provide equipment, and clubs are available to rent at most golf courses.

Involvement

If you have never played golf before, or are just a bit rusty, Get into golf is the best starting point for you. The sessions are fun and sociable and held in a relaxed atmosphere where you'll learn the basics and find out about follow-on opportunities. They can help you find an activity near you, as well as guiding you on what to wear, the etiquette and rules of game.

Adaptations and Equipment

Once you are experienced enough to go out on the golf course you will need a golf bag:

  • Spare golf balls
  • Spare tees
  • Pencil for scoring
  • Pen for marking golf balls
  • Golf ball marker
  • Umbrella
  • Towel for cleaning clubs
  • Waterproofs - possibly!
  • Pitch mark repairer
  • Drink
  • Snack bar(s)
  • Golf Rule Book

Facts

  • The Ryder Cup is made out of gold and stands 17 inches tall, 9 inches wide and weighs 4 pounds. That makes it slightly taller and heavier than the trophy awarded to the winners of the FIFA World Cup.

Find Golf Clubs/Groups Near You

Use the search below to find local organisations near you.

National Governing Bodies

England Golf

Contact Email
info@englandgolf.org
Contact Telephone
01526 354500
Special Olympics South Yorkshire Network

Special Olympics South Yorkshire Network

The Special Olympics South Yorkshire Network is a collection of clubs, community groups, venues and individuals with an interest in developing opportunities for individuals with learning disabilities to take part in sport and physical activity and access

Golf

Howley Hall Golf Club

Well established golf club with first class facilities and healthy junior section

Primary Sports UK

Primary Sports UK

Working with children aged 2-16 years old across a range of different sports and activities.

Athletics

Leeds LGBT+ Sport Fringe Festival

A collection of LGBT+ fitness instructors, teams, clubs and allies. We have organised a fully inclusive 18 day festival each year that introduces individuals to various activities that promote health and wellbeing. We combat Homophobia in sport and Sportp

Golf

Lofthouse Hill Golf Club

The Club meets at City of Wakefield Golf Club Practice Area

Golf

Willow Valley Golf Club

Pay n Play, Golf - 3 Courses, Driving Range, Golf Academy, Ladies Sessions, Junior Golf, Membership Available, Ladies, Juniors

Leeds Trinity University

Leeds Trinity University

Leeds Trinity University offers a comprehensive Coach Education Programme and also offers it's students a fantastic Volunteer programme; which works alongside local community based organisations, companies and schools in line with offering their students

Disability Sport

Cookridge Hall Golf Club

18 hole championship golf course, short game practice facilities, putting green, 22 bay floodlit driving range, teaching academy and Junior centre of excellance

England Golf Trust - Angela Uzielli fund

England Golf Trust - Angela Uzielli fund

The Bursaries will be awarded to promising girl golfers who wish to further their education at University or College, within the British Isles, after school academic year 12, and at the same time continue to develop their golfing skills. They should be of English nationality by birth or have either parent of English nationality, or have been resident in England for the last two years. The Bursaries are to provide financial assistance for educational expenses of girls in further education.

England Golf Trust

England Golf Trust

The England Golf Trust (previously known as the EWGA Trust) is a charitable organisation, helping young people in financial need who, without its support, would not be able to play golf.

HSBC Golf Roots Plus

HSBC Golf Roots Plus

The purpose of an HSBC Golf Roots Plus project is to support local groups and organisations working with young people where involvement in
golf may provide an alternative and positive focus.

England Golf Trust Grant

England Golf Trust Grant

The England Golf Trust (EGT) is an independent charity that provides grants, bursaries and general support for young aspiring golfers from disadvantaged and financially challenged backgrounds.

Emily Cheshire

England Golf County Development Officer (South Yorkshire & The Humber)

07808 364380

http://www.englandgolf.org

John Wood

Development Officer

07766 883 004

Stacey Mitchell

Regional Development Officer (East Midlands and Yorkshire – Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire and Yorkshire)

07818 575990

http://www.golf-foundation.org

Tom Freeland

England Golf County Development Officer

07736 880910

http://www.englandgolf.org