[Kim Haneul's FunFun Golf] Affordable Entry for Golf Beginners

The golf population has exploded since COVID-19. With a large influx of golini (golf + children), golf practice ranges are also bustling with weekend golfers. There is a rumor that golf is an expensive sport. Because of this, concerns about the entry cost arise. Today, we will discuss how to learn golf with a small amount of money.

First, you need a golf club. When you first learn golf, having just a 7-iron is enough. Golf beginners start with the “ttokttaki” to hit the ball. There is no need to purchase a full set including drivers, woods, irons, and putters. If you have an acquaintance who plays golf, you can just get one iron from them. If that’s difficult, you can use the demo clubs available at the golf practice range. You can also buy just one club through secondhand transactions.

At the beginning of learning golf, it is important to first find out if you have talent or enjoy it. Purchasing clubs before your golf swing is developed is not advisable. Once you are fully prepared to go out on the field, you can visit a golf equipment store for fitting and then purchase golf clubs.

You should buy golf gloves. There are various types available at golf markets. Leather gloves feel good but are expensive and can tear easily, so it is best to choose synthetic leather gloves over leather ones. Synthetic leather is durable and can be purchased for about 10,000 won.

For golf shoes, comfortable ones are recommended. Since you are not going out on the field immediately, golf shoes styled like sneakers are good. They can be worn not only for golf but also in daily life. It is also good to buy outlet or discontinued golf shoes online. There are golf shoes priced at around 80,000 won.

It is not necessary to wear golf clothes. You can wear a round-neck T-shirt and neat cotton pants. Avoid loose clothing that makes it hard to see the pro’s swing. Hoodies should also be excluded. A standard fit is recommended. For reference, there are places that rent golf clothes.

To learn golf, you need to choose a practice range. There are outdoor, indoor, and screen ranges. When starting golf, you spend a lot of time on grip, setup, and address. You don’t need to watch the ball fly. Indoor ranges are highly recommended over outdoor ones.

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