Other benefits!

Golf can be enjoyed in many different ways, the sport caters to both leisure and competition. The competition element offers a sense of accomplishment as you can watch yourself progress, presenting ample opportunity for an increased sense of identity and self worth as you better your game. This also fosters a healthy sense of competition with other players, increasing the social aspect of the sport. This is why golf is often described as very social, it gives a sense of community and the opportunity of new friends on the links or at the ’19th hole’. Golf helps evolve concentration and accuracy due to the nature of the game. Constant visualisation is needed to aim your ball whilst you focus on the perfect swing, increasing hand-eye coordination and muscle memory.

This is why golf is perfect for young people. There is no pressure in fitness ability as the sport is an outdoor, low intensity workout. It allows young people in London to enjoy time outside productively as well as having fun with new and old friends. This is important as Gen Z are spending more and more time isolating themselves on their phones. Young people taking up golf provides a new way to enjoy the outdoors both alone or with friends. Getting Golfing provides a break from technology whilst building young people’s character as they will learn perseverance and patience. You learn to deal with fallbacks and successes that transfer into studies or dealing with the work place.

The additional time spent outdoors playing golf can inspire creativity and mindfulness. Being outdoors allows for complete concentration and therefore an opportunity to slow down and connect with the present. This can create a sense of inspiration as this state allows for new perspectives and ignites your imagination.