Golf is a game of rules and manners. It is a very good idea to know the basics before you play for the first time.

You must always wait your turn whether you are playing alone, in a twosome or a foursome. If you are playing with others, wait for your turn to hit the ball. Never hit at the same time as another player.

Never rush the group in front of you. Be courteous to the group playing in front of you by waiting until they are well ahead of you before hitting your ball.

You will keep the game moving if you determine what club youll need and how you are going to hit it while you wait for your turn. You will always be ready and you won’t feel rushed.

If your team is slowing the players behind you, let them play through. You can wave them through or ask them if they would like to play through.

Try not to make any noise when someone is making a shot. It is very distracting for a golfer to be ready to tee off and just as he pulls back, someone decides to jingle coins in their pocket or noisily unwrap a piece of candy.

Always replace your divots. If your golf ball makes a deep impression when it lands on the green, use your divot tool to repair it. If you hit the golf ball in the fairway and a clod of grass and dirt goes flying, replace it. On some courses you just put the clod back and step on it to press it on. On most courses, there is a sand-seed mixture on your card to put into the divot.

Leave the green and replace the flag as soon as you have completed a hole. The next player will then be ready to play. Wait until you are back at your cart to count your score and write it on the scorecard.

Qualified golf teaching professionals have put together a learning guide called Golf Beginners Guide that takes you through everything you will ever need to know about golf. From the total basics to advanced tips and techniques.

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