Some tips to offer, as a new golfer in TV...
Free lessons are worth the time.
Also...
Check with
WADE MARTIN
wade.martin@TheVillages.com
He is offering lessons for just $10 a session... SOON!
The sessions are divided into areas you might want lessons in...
for instance, I know 'bunkers' session is October 17th at 1pm... but you must sign up now... and Wade said at least 5 people must be signed up.There are other sessions for putting, chipping, etc...
I was going to sign up for the bunkers session, but I have a prior commitment that day.
(that is how I found out about this) (He was set up the other day at Oakley (exec course) ... just happened to find him!
Tip 3... When you begin, don't be afraid to pick up your ball, if you are 'double par'... it is recommended, to keep the play going, so a back up doesn't occur.
When I first started, I thought I was 'cheating'... but realized that it is important to not play too slowly, because a) people are waiting, and we all need to give everyone a chance to have some of the fun! :O)
Driving ranges are a great place to practice... !
Go with a person who does know the game, and the routine... who is willing to give you a few pointers. My husband is a patient man... and has helped me learn the ropes, but the people generally are very nice here, and willing to help.
Go at the mid day, to end... when there are fewer people playing. (right now, at least..) Later in the year, the crowds will come.
Keep you head down. ;O)
Enjoy, and remember it is a game. You can really have a lot of fun out there...! :O)