Public Golf
Joining a private golf course especially for first time golfers is impractical. As beginners, players are recommended to first start public golf. Private clubs are expensive and as starters, one might later think that the game is not good for him or her. So why spend big when the public course could offer the same benefit of learning?
Public golf is ideal for a golfer who does not play often. Private clubs have monthly dues or fees. For a golfer who plays occasionally, it is paying for something that is not being used and is a waste of money.
Unlike private clubs, one will not have difficult time booking for a game on public courses.
A public course is open to all golfers who wants to play, and is not concerned of the player's lifestyle or skill. Anytime one wants to play he can go to the course.
A Misconception
Public golf is not literally a free for all golf course. It is free for all in the sense that it is affordable for anyone interested in the game. The fees charged to the public automatically go to its maintenance. Without the fees, the course will not be suitable to play at.
Finding Best Public Golf
Looking for public course near residence is the first and the most practical thing to do. The phonebook can provide lists of golf courses. One could also ask friends and associates for suggestions or recommendations to what courses to go to. There are possibly public courses near that are as excellent and way cheaper.
Checking the courses of interest can be fun. Finding out how many holes it has, if it is well maintained and can provide a golfer especially a beginner, necessary means to improve gaming ability like a driving range.
A little research would not harm. Who runs the course, if lessons are offered and if the instructors are qualified and how much is the fee for lessons are information worth knowing. Do not hesitate or be shy to ask around.
Start Learning
One do not need to immediately spend a lot when starting golf. Like finding cheap equipments that fits the golfer's ability, the course to which he or she plays is also needed as first step of learning the sport. Public golf is not as bed as others portray it to be. It has maintenance and equipments like private clubs have. The difference is only the extra services or facilities offered to justify high membership and monthly or yearly fees.
