Hey all. I'm not sure if this is in the right space to post but giving it a shot. If not, hopefully, someone can re-direct me to post in another area. I've played golf very sparsely over the course of the last 15-20 years. Love to be able to play more decently and understand how I can play better rather than just a swing and whatever happens scenario. I don't own any golf clubs either. I'm 42, reasonably fit (can swing a golf club freely without any discomfort) and don't even have a handicap..lol
1. Should I join a local golf club? Or play at different clubs/courses?
2. How do I get a handicap? Does it matter? Do I need one if I'm looking at just improving my game currently or should I wait a year, improve my game (hopefully) and then get a handicap?
3. Should I buy clubs online/at a golf shop/at a club pro shop? Do I need to get clubs fitted?
4. What should I aim to spend on clubs as a beginner? I have had shitty clubs before and so would be interested in getting decent clubs which actually make me look like Tiger once in a while rather than John Daly all the time.
5. Should I take golf lessons from a club pro to start with? And then perhaps once every couple of months?
6. Any other ideas/suggestions are more than welcome.
Thanks people. Have a great 2016 golf year ahead full of birdies, eagles and aces!