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Winter Golf Lessons For Kids

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Winter Golf Lessons for Kids Aussie Kids
As the weather begins to cool down, most kids become less active and end up staying indoors spending their time in front of the television set or playing video games for hours on end.
 
It’s no surprise that cold and rainy weather can be a deterrent for young golfers, but their training doesn’t have to stop when the seasons change.
 
Indoor facilities provide the opportunity to work on their game regardless of the weather conditions outside. Simulators can create the experience of playing outside using state of the art graphics that allow you to practice in a small space. There are several benefits of using a simulator in order to continue lessons.

 

  • Instructional aid – Most simulators have sensors or cameras that track your swing, stance and club movement that offers feedback on how to improve your game.
  • Challenge – Most simulators have more than one course available so once you have mastered playing on one, you can choose from others so you’ll always be challenged.
  • All Weather Play – the weather tends to be one of the most challenging obstacles for many young golfers but having a simulator available means that you can continue practicing without worry of rain, cold or excessive heat.
  • Focus – Whatever you need to work on, your stance, swing, chipping, or any other aspect of your game, a simulator allows you to focus on it until you get it right.

 

Golf is a great game that offers kids an opportunity to learn real world skills and improve their confidence along with their golf score. The prevalence of childhood obesity is one of the biggest problems we have today, and it’s mostly due to poor diet and the lack of regular exercise kids get. Although it’s a complex problem, one of the most important remedies is getting and staying active, all year long.

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Should College Golfers Go Pro or Stay in School?

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Should College Golfers Go Pro or Stay in School? Aussie KidsThere is a question that many college golfers have to ask themselves eventually if they’re really good at the game and want to make a career of playing golf. Should I stay in school or go pro? It’s not an easy decision to make. There are plenty of arguments on both sides and for most, it just comes down to talent and future goals.

 

For many golfers, college golf teams have a lot to offer. There can be travel, experience playing in tournaments and of course, getting a college degree. As TCU sophomore Julien Brun, winner of the European Challenge Tour has said about his decision to stay in school, “When you line up the pros and cons, it was not really a tough choice. I came to school to get a degree.”

 

But not all college players feel that way. Many college golfers choose to leave school and become pros. Jordan Spieth, who at 19 won The Masters in 2015 left school to pursue a professional career, and is doing rather well. Like many golfer’s before him, it was the right choice for him and in alignment with his future goals.

 

According to Hank Haney of Golf Digest, for those who would like to make golf their career, choosing to go to college rather than focussing on golf full time takes away from how successful many golfer could be. It’s not easy to juggle a full course load while putting the time needed into the game. In the end, it just takes the focus off the game.

 

There is no question that golf is a hard game to play, despite the fact that there are so many great golfers who make it look so easy. Watch Phil Mickelson or Rory McIlroy and you’ll know what I mean.

 

The game takes a lot more than just hitting a ball. There are weather conditions that you need to deal with, course conditions, knowing the best club to use for certain shots, knowing which shot is best and a variety of other details that if all done well, make a talented player.

 

So what is the best route to becoming a professional golfer? The answer is that there is no one right way. Talent is needed, and respect for the game, but most importantly, having a passion for the game is a must, because the reality is that it takes a lot of time playing to become good, and to become a pro it takes so much more.

 

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College Scholarships for Women Golfers

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Girls' Golf ScholarshipsThere is great news for girls who love the game of golf and if you’ve ever wondered about girls golf scholarships, you will be happy to know that chances are good at earning one. We know that golf takes both physical and mental ability and if you’re a girl with a passion for the game, you may want to develop your skills on the course as much as you can. By doing so, you’ll increase your eligibility for a major golf scholarship.

 

Many colleges and universities award full and partial golf scholarships to women but many people don’t even realize that they are available. In fact, as recently as 2009, more than 200 scholarships for female golfers went to waste as no qualified girls even applied for them. That is good new for girls who would love the opportunity to win a golf scholarship for college.

 

In order to become a college golfer, you’ll want to play on your high school team and have an 18-hole score to be less than 100. If your score is typically in the 80-89 range, you’re likely to receive some scholarship money. If your score is frequently less than 80, you could, very well, earn a full scholarship.

 

Even so, you should review the players’ statistics on the athletic websites of various colleges to get an idea of how you’d stack up at those schools. Also, keep in mind that the golf courses on which college teams compete are generally more difficult than those on which high school teams play so getting some practice on those courses can give you the experience you’ll need.

 

It’s a good idea to start to research colleges throughout your high school years, starting as a freshman and keep or start taking lessons. In order to learn about golf scholarships, consult with your guidance counselor and review reputable websites, visit schools on weekends and during vacations, and occasionally meet with college golf coaches and players. Note that the winter is often a good time of the year to chat with coaches since the golf season is over by then. By the time you’re a senior in high school, you’ll probably have a strong sense of the college that you want to attend and the golf scholarships for which you should apply.

 

Whether or not you’re interested in earning any of the women’s golf scholarships available, playing golf still makes for a terrific hobby. Golfing burns calories, tones muscles, and provides many opportunities for professional networking and meeting new friends. This sport will also help you to build your confidence, learn patience and improve your concentration. Plus, all of that sunshine and fresh air are sure to make you feel your best..

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