The easiest way to start golf in Dallas is to hit balls at a range, play a few rounds on a par-3 or 9-hole course, and start with four clubs instead of a full set. You can do all of that for less than most people expect. Here's a simple plan for your first month, using places across Dallas-Fort Worth.
Where should a beginner practice in Dallas?
Start at a driving range. You'll learn more in a few range sessions than in a full round where you're worried about holding up the group behind you. Our guide to the best driving ranges in DFW covers grass ranges, lighted ranges and entertainment venues. If the weather's bad, indoor golf and simulators in DFW let you keep swinging year round.
Where should I play my first round?
A par-3 or 9-hole course is the best first step. Rounds are shorter, the holes are friendlier, and nobody expects you to be good. See par-3 and 9-hole golf courses in DFW. When you're ready for 18, our list of 20 public courses shows which ones are most beginner friendly, and Luna Vista is the closest Dallas muni to our shop.
What clubs does a beginner actually need?
Four: something to hit off the tee, a mid iron, a wedge and a putter. That covers every shot you'll face while you learn. A full 14-club set is nice later, but most new golfers don't use half of it. We explain why in is a half set enough to learn golf?
That's the idea behind our Just the Roots Set, the most affordable starter set in golf at $89.99. It includes:
- GolfRoots 5 wood, 7 iron, sand wedge and Model No. 1 putter
- 5 golf balls
- Our GolfRoots Swing Satchel to carry it all
And when you're ready for a full set, you get 100% of what you paid back in store credit toward any full set from GolfRoots. You keep your Just the Roots set until the new set arrives, then trade it in. More in Just the Roots Set: the most affordable way to start playing golf.
How much does it cost to start golf in Dallas?
The big costs are clubs, range balls and green fees. Clubs can be the smallest of the three if you start small. We break the numbers down in how much does it cost to start playing golf?
A simple first-month plan
- Week 1: Two range sessions. Hit the 7 iron most of the time.
- Week 2: One range session, one session on a putting green and chipping area.
- Week 3: Play 9 holes on a par-3 or short course. Don't keep score if you don't want to.
- Week 4: Play 9 again and keep score. Compare it to week 3.
For a more detailed version, read your first 30 days of golf with a 4-club set.
Can I try clubs before I buy?
Yes. Our shop at 13260 Josey Ln, Suite 106 in Farmers Branch is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, and you can hit clubs on our in-shop simulator. We can also adjust length or grips if a club is close but not quite right. See our Dallas showroom and repair and regripping pages.
FAQ
Is Dallas a good place to learn golf?
Yes. There are public courses, short courses, lighted ranges and indoor simulators across DFW, and the season runs most of the year. Our winter golf guide covers the colder months.
Do I need a full set of clubs to start?
No. Four clubs is enough to learn and play your first rounds.
What is the cheapest way to get golf clubs in Dallas?
Start with a starter set or a few used clubs. Our Just the Roots Set is $89.99 and its full price counts toward a full set later.
Should a beginner buy used golf clubs?
Used clubs are a good way to start, as long as you can see the exact club and its condition. Every used club on our site is listed individually. Browse used full sets when you're ready to move up.
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