Golf

Why golf is wonderful after 50

Golf is one of the kindest games you can take up after 50. A round means a few gentle hours outdoors in the fresh air, some easy walking, and the steady, low-impact movement of the swing, which keeps your shoulders, hips, and back mobile. Just as wonderful is the company: golf is a deeply social game, played with friends old and new, and it gives you a reason to be out and moving every week. Best of all, it is a game for life, one you can keep enjoying for decades. One important note first: golf is a physical activity, so please check with your doctor before you begin, and always warm up and gently stretch before you play to protect your back and joints.

Your first month, week by week

Common mistakes to avoid

• Gripping the club too tightly, which tenses your arms and ruins the swing
• Swinging too hard for distance instead of making smooth, balanced contact
• Skipping a proper warm-up and gentle stretch before you play
• Reaching for the wrong club instead of one that fits the distance you actually hit
• Looking up too early to see where the ball went, before you have finished the shot
• Standing too far from or too close to the ball, which throws off your whole setup

Words you'll hear

Par

The number of strokes a skilled golfer is expected to need to finish a hole.

Birdie

Finishing a hole in one stroke under par, a very good result.

Bogey

Finishing a hole in one stroke over par, which is perfectly normal for most golfers.

Fairway

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Green

The smooth, closely cut area of grass around the hole, where you putt.

Handicap

A number that measures your skill level so players of all abilities can compete fairly.

Where to find your people

• Local public courses and driving ranges, where staff and regulars are usually happy to help newcomers
• Senior golf leagues, which welcome players of every ability for friendly weekly rounds
• PGA professional lesson programs and group clinics at your nearby course
• Golf Meetup groups that organize casual rounds and outings in your area
• Par-3 and executive course communities, a relaxed and welcoming place to start