Benefits of becoming a member for playing golf

There are many different models and types of golf clubs on the market. However, if you are looking to buy the golf clubs which are best suited to you, you should keep the following things in mind:

"How to choose golf clubs"

• Materials:

Steel clubs are the heaviest but provide more control. However, graphite clubs are the most commonly used and widely recommended because of their lightness.

• A right-handed or a left-handed person:

If you are buying golf clubs, check to see if they are designed for a right-handed or a left-handed person. This is one of the most important criteria when buying.

• Durability and rigidity:

The materials the golf club is made from will affect its durability and rigidity. Clubs which are less rigid will give you more height and distance.On the other hand, if what you are looking for is speed, you will need a more rigid club.

• Weight:

Steel clubs are heavier and allow us to be more accurate with our swings. There are also hybrid golf clubs that combine materials to achieve intermediate results without you having to use a heavy club.

• The shape and the "head":

The shape and the "head" of the club will help determine the thrust of the ball.These features will allow you to influence the ball's trajectory in one way or another.

• The handle

As well as the head of the golf club, another element to consider if we want to buy the best golf clubs is the handle.The handle of the golf clubs should give us a good grip and be comfortable.    

• Price:

Price is another factor that will influence our decision when buying golf clubs.The price will vary depending on what features we are looking for in our golf club.

It is very important that you are clear with regard to these aspects before buying golf clubs since your set of clubs has to be suited to you, your physical characteristics and your style of play.

Golf, a noble and elegant sport, is still a competition. That's why there should be clear rules that everyone accepts. If you want to know what a golf referee does, below some of their functions are explained.

The behaviour and discipline of golfers are essential for the game to be brought to a successful end and for a fair competition.

Functions of a golf referee

This professional's role is not so much to punish or rule infractions, but to prevent or avoid them.

This work is carried out by accompanying the players around the golf course. The golf referee is the person who judges the situation and makes decisions in cases that may be controversial.

Functions

The following are among the golf referee's main tasks:

- They must ensure that the golfer has counted his/her clubs on the tee of the first hole.

- Find out if the player can identify his/her own ball on the tee.

- Let the golfer know if it has been placed correctly.

- Alert whether the drop that is going to be carried out is valid or not.

Requirements to become a golf referee

Two of the conditions established for applicants to become a golf referee are: to have been federated for the last 4 years and to have a handicap of less than 18.

The relevant theoretical test must be passed with a score higher than 80%. This is on the subjects that a referee must have a strong knowledge of, among which are the 34 rules that govern the sport.

Other important issues within the broad knowledge base required are etiquette, shots, holes and relief situations.

Now that you know what a golf referee does, you can feel confident when you play under his/her watch.

 If you decide to go play golf in Mallorca you need to know that the island is idyllic for a round of golf.

It has very nice weather and fantastic nature. Additionally, it offers the chance to play in more than a hundred competitions throughout the year. This makes it an ideal destination for golf holidays.

The advantages of playing golf in Mallorca

This island offers you many unique and different ways to play this sport.

- The weather: Mallorca has very pleasant weather all year round; this allows you to play at any time of the year. This climate also helps to keep the courses in perfect condition. The island has no less than 300 days of sun per year.

- Good connections: Mallorca airport serves 131 destinations all over Europe. Quite a high figure for the size of the island. No matter where you are you can easily come to enjoy the island.

- Leisure on the island: as well as playing your favourite sport you can enjoy many other activities. In Mallorca you have the choice of, for example, going hiking or cycling. If you are looking for something more leisurely you can find different tours to vineyards offering wine-tasting, or you can also enjoy the sea on a boat trip.

-Nature: the surroundings are unbeatable. You will be captivated by the coves you can find all over the island. Make sure you visit the Sierra de la Tramuntana; you will be amazed by scenery.

Your golf holidays in Golf Pollensa

Our golf course is completely integrated into the landscape, with magnificent views of the Sierra de la Tramuntana and the Pollença and Alcúdia bays. Further afield, you can also enjoy the S'Albufereta nature reserve.

The course is located on the Ca'n Porquer estate forty minutes from Palma de Mallorca. It was redesigned in 2000 by Michael Pinner and is of medium difficulty for players of all handicaps.

The fairways are protected by trees and the course features two of the longest holes on the island. A course designed for all golf enthusiasts to enjoy.

Holidays with your favourite sport as a base

As you can see, at Golf Pollensa you can enjoy golf regardless of your ability. Holidays to enjoy the game, but also to disconnect on an island that offers you many places to see and things to do.

If you decide to come to play golf in Mallorca you can enjoy a family holiday at the same time. This course, inaugurated in 1986, is also a good course for your children to start playing on. Enjoy the pleasant heat and good climate this Balearic island offers you.

One of the services we provide the members of our golf course in Mallorca is the Junior Academy for children. As we are highly aware of the benefits of this sport for children, we want to give you some reasons to make golf your children’s favourite out-of-school activity.

Why enrol your children in a golf academy?

1. Fight against sedentary living by having your children play a sport in which they are permanently in contact with nature. This activity allows your children to learn to value the environment and conservation. The mere fact of taking care of the golf course by picking up any bit of paper or plastic on the ground is an important step in that learning process.

2. Golf is practically risk-free for your children, compared with other sports such as basketball, football, and tennis. The chances of suffering a serious injury are minimal since the child plays alone without physical contact with any other children.

3. A problem that our kids often have is impatience. By playing golf they will learn to be more patient and to deal with frustration since one of the main qualities of this sport is knowing how to manage shots and not lose patience over mistakes.

4. Golf is the perfect reason to spend more time with your children by sharing in something they like in a family setting. A weekend getaway to our golf course in Mallorca is ideal for bringing the family together which is something we sometimes overlook due to the stress in our daily lives.

For 5 year-olds and above, the Junior Academy at our golf course in Mallorca is intended for parents who want to provide their children with the chance to learn a highly beneficial sport.

Golf Pollensa academy works with Jamie Knight Golf Pro: a PGA professional player with a long experience offering private lessons in different golf courses in Mallorca.