This page is for the parents of a young beginner golfer: which clubs to choose for her first swings, how to make a lightweight bag of five to seven clubs, what length to select based on her height rather than her age, and when to update the equipment as she grows. The goal is simple: a ball that takes off from the very first sessions, to inspire her to return to the practice range.
The joy of golf, from the very first swings.
A young beginner doesn't have the swing speed of an adult: too heavy or too stiff clubs prevent her from getting the ball airborne. Junior clubs compensate with lighter heads, very flexible graphite shafts that whip at impact, and thinner grips, suited for small hands. The loft also matters: the shorter the player, the more the driver must be open, at least fifteen degrees, to allow the ball to rise effortlessly. Cut-down adult clubs should be avoided: shortened, they become stiffer and poorly balanced.
There are also girls' clubs available:
All the clubs are gathered on the girls' clubs page.
A half-set is more than enough to learn: the rules allow for fourteen clubs, but a beginner only needs a handful. You should have a very open wood for tee shots, one hybrid, which is easier to play than a long iron due to its wide head, two or three odd-numbered irons for mid-range play, a sand wedge for bunkers and approaches, and a putter. Junior sets often bring this collection together with a lightweight bag, easy enough for her to carry alone over nine holes. Fewer clubs also means less hesitation when choosing a shot.
The right length depends on the player's height, with shoes on, not on her age: two ten-year-old girls can have a height difference of twenty centimetres. Manufacturers publish charts by height range; you refer to those and then check that the sole of the club rests flat on the ground, with arms relaxed. You should anticipate a growth of a maximum of one size, as a club that's too long causes a loss of control and discouragement. A junior set generally needs to be renewed every two to three years, and golf schools track progress with the federation's Flags.
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A lightweight, double-strap bag that can be easily carried on the back and stands on its own on the course. A few compartments are enough for a half-set, and a bag that matches the clubs often boosts the desire to play.
There is no set age: many golf schools welcome children from primary school with fun workshops. Manufacturers' charts offer clubs suitable for children about one metre tall.
In position, with arms relaxed, the top of the grip should be at wrist height. A putter that's too long requires her to stand up straight and misaligns her eyes with the line, whereas a wide and stable head helps keep the ball on its path.
The design is the same: light heads, flexible shafts, and thin grips, chosen according to height. Girls' ranges stand out mostly by their colours and matching bags, which appeal to young female players.
Not necessarily: you observe her natural stance by having her hit a few balls. If she spontaneously places her left hand lower on the grip, then left-handed clubs are a must; otherwise, she can play right-handed without difficulty.