It's golf season again! And you might be looking for a gift to

give to someone who's just starting off in golf. So, here are

some suggestions. These beginner golf gifts target those new golf

souls. . . the ones who don't yet know what their in for, or the ones

who are already hooked after just playing a few times. Golf LessonsThe single best choice out of all gifts for the golf beginner is

golf lessons. There's nothing that the beginning golfer can use

more. It's even better than a set of clubs, because it will give

him/her a chance to really decide if he/she likes the game and

wants to stick with it. After all, golf can be extremely

frustrating, but it's also highly addictive. Start them off right

with a lesson and give them a good swing foundation. Contact your

local golf course or instruction facility to find out what options

you have in your area. Golf BooksIf you can't afford to buy golf lessons for the beginning golfer,

at the very least, get him/her an instruction book or DVD. There

are lot to choose from, many with the beginner in mind. Don't

forget that along with frustrating and addictive, golf can also be

intimidating, so help them to be better prepared for their

experience. And even if you do decide on giving lessons,

instruction books or DVDs are excellent complementary beginner

golf gifts. First Set of Golf ClubsA lot of new golfers start out by borrowing or renting their clubs

when they play, so to help them along you may want to start him/her

off with their own set of golf clubs. Don't go with anything

extravagant or expensive with their first set. Clubs are usually a

pretty personal choice, and it's probable that their first set won't

be the one they stick with in the long term. This is even more

important if you're buying the first set of clubs for a child, as

they will most likely outgrow them by the next summer. If you do

get a set of clubs, make sure you get a bag to go with it. Driving Range MembershipIt's very common for a new golfer to want to just get out there and

whack the ball! Actually, many experienced golfers want to do that.

And while that may not be the best thing to do on the course, it's

certainly fun to do at the driving range! You can give a membership

to a local driving range. Other options include a gift certificate,

ball tokens, or a 10 bucket pass. What the practice facility offers

in the form of a membership or package deal will determine what

options you have for these beginner golf gifts. Golf ShoesDepending on where he/she will be playing, the beginner golfer may

need to wear golf shoesicon to get onto the course. Check into this

first, as many courses have rules in this regard. Consider buying a

pair of either soft spiked shoes, or ones that can be converted to

soft spikes, as this, too, is a requirement for some golf courses.

If they don't need golf shoes right away, avoid choosing them as your

beginner golf gift selection. We say this for a couple of reasons:

1) any type of shoe is hard to pick out as a gift, and the fit of a

golf shoe is important for comfort, especially if you consider the

amount of walking that a golfer does. 2) It's actually better for

golfer's balance to practice without golf shoes, as the golfer cannot

depend on the stability of the spikes to hold them in place. An

alternative to golf shoes as a beginner golf gift is the ever-present

gift certificate, so they can pick out their own shoes. Golf BallsLike golf clubs, the type and brand of golf balls aren't important

for the beginner. While you may want to consider compression when

picking them out (the softer the hitter, the lower the compression),

the type and construction of the golf ball will have very little

bearing when he/she is first starting out. It would probably be a

more appreciated gift if you were to personalize the balls with their

name, nickname, or other custom logo, but that might make them all

the more upset when the balls are lost (and they WILL be lost). Gloves and AccessoriesDon't forget the accessories! Gloves, tees, and ball markers are

inexpensive items that will add a nice touch for beginner golf gifts.

It's like giving a golf starter kit. Get him/her a glove - it will

make them feel more confident or credible when holding their clubs -

like a "real" golfer! Remember, the right-handed golfer needs a

left-hand glove (and vice-versa). And get them some tees (perhaps

personalized) and a few ball markers. You don't want them to feel

left out, do you?Save the expensive and fancy golf gifts for another gift occasion.

If the recipient of your gifts decides to give up golf, then the

expensive or extravagant gifts would be a waste. If he/she sticks

with the game, then the more elaborate golf gifts will be more

appreciated down the road. For now, focus on simple beginner golf

gifts to get them started. A Heath is a gift researcher for http://www. the-gift-wizard. com

Author:
A Heath