By Leslie K. Hughes
The past of golf is very different from its present. What was once a male-dominated sport is now enjoyed by women across the globe. While the landscape has changed, it is still key for women to feel welcomed and supported on the golf course. And the best way to do that? With a women’s golf community.
These communities are far more than just women getting together to play golf. They are networks of shared experiences that cultivate a sense of belonging.
Let’s explore why having a supporting golf community is key and how you can work to build one.
The Benefits of a Golf Community
1. Boosts confidence
Golf can be an intimidating sport, especially if you’re new. Knowing you have a group of women who are there to answer questions, offer tips, and practice patience without judgment is crucial to enjoying the game. Plus, it’s a great group to share your small wins with and feel the excitement of sinking a good putt or driving down the fairway.
2. Provides opportunities to learn
Each person plays golf a bit differently than the next. And when you’re part of a women’s golf group, this provides a great opportunity to learn different swings, strategies, pre-round routines, and more. This can really help boost your game and your enjoyment of it, too.
3. Offers social time
One of the reasons we all love golf is because of the social connection it provides. When you have a community of women who also share your love of the game, it can turn into much more than just people to play golf with. You may find yourself with life-long friendships that change your life for the better.
How To Build Your Own Community
Now that you can see why this community may be just the thing you’re missing, we have some quick tips on how you can find one.
- Join local leagues. Lots of courses offer women’s leagues, which provide the perfect opportunity to meet other women golfers and play golf in a competitive, yet welcoming environment.
- Turn to social media. Facebook groups are a great way to connect with other women golfers in your area. Simply search for local social media groups for women’s golf and connect with women digitally as well as out on the course.
- Plan your own event. Struggling to find an existing group? Take the lead and plan your own scramble event. This allows you to connect with other female golfers who are also looking for community and some fun.
- Be supportive. Be the woman you want your fellow golfers to be! Support beginners, celebrate victories with colleagues, and be open to giving and receiving tips when the time is right.
You can’t build a supportive women’s golf community on your own. This is something that requires a collective effort. So be an active participant and create an environment women (including yourself!) want to be a part of – one that’s welcoming to all levels and fun, too! Allow golf to be more than just a game and also an opportunity to build friendships that last far beyond the end of the round.
