3. Essential Golf Etiquette You Should Know!
Good manners are essential for an enjoyable game. Indeed, the word "manners" may come up more often in relation to golf than in other sports. However, the fundamental principle is simply "don't cause trouble or discomfort to others."
Overall manners
● Don't be late
Always try to act with ample time and space to spare.
● Do not interfere with the batter.
Please be mindful of your position and be quiet when others are hitting the ball.
●Smoking ban
Smoking is prohibited on the main course. Smokers are requested to follow the course rules and use the designated smoking areas.
● Play quickly
The group behind you is also playing. Be proactive and take action ahead, such as running with 3-4 clubs in preparation for your next shot.
●Regarding clothing
Refer to"Important Attire for Playing Golf" and choose appropriate clothing for your game.
Course etiquette
●Teeing Area
This is the location where you hit your first shot on each hole (only the location for your first shot is specified).
The meeting place for the starting hole is usually the teeing area of the designated hole.
Be considerate of the person hitting the ball (be quiet when they hit). Watching the ball after they've hit it is also good manners. If the ball curves sharply and lands in an adjacent hole, call out "Fore!" (This means "The ball is flying over there!" Calling out helps prevent accidents).
● Putting Green/General Area *
Here's a summary of the important points: "Maintain the condition of the green before you hit the ball." The greens, in particular, are meticulously maintained. On the green, "running," "dragging your feet," and "standing or walking in front of the person who is hitting the ball" are all unacceptable behaviors.
If you hit the ball in the general area and accidentally damage the grass along with it, you should fill it in with "filler" to level it out (ask your caddie for more details).
All holes except the teeing area, penalty area, bunker, and putting green.
● Bunker
This is an area covered with sand. After hitting the ball, don't forget to level the surface using the rake (or rake) located nearby.
If you don't have a rake, use your feet or other means to make the ground as flat as possible.
Entering from a higher point at the edge of the lawn (called the "jawline") could damage the grass or cause injury, so please enter from a safe, lower point.
