Description:

Introduces basic skills and techniques of golf. Students practice grip, stance, swing, use of various clubs, rules, scoring, and the etiquette of the game.

Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Encourage lifelong activity through greater interest and learning in the game of golf.
• To establish a foundation of basic knowledge and skill which will enable the student to go out and play a round of golf.
• basic grips for regular shots and putting
• establishing proper stance and posture consistently
• a swing that promotes consistent solid contact
• course management: use of visual feedback from the course design to manage what type of shot to play.
• understanding how equipment affects the shot.
• common etiquette essential to appropriate on course behavior
• Develop an understanding of the musculature and body mechanics used in performing sport skills
• Become engaged in an activity which enhances physical fitness