Single irons for girls

Why Lightness Matters for a Young Golfer

Lightness matters because a young golfer generates her club speed with still modest force: every gram saved turns into head speed at impact. Clubs designed for girls combine a lighter head, a very flexible graphite shaft, and a smaller grip. This trio allows for holding the club lightly, without tension, and lets the wrists naturally set at the top of the swing. With a club that’s too heavy, the player compensates by pulling with her shoulders, loses her balance at the end of the stroke, and ends up mis-hitting. A lighter club, on the other hand, makes each shot that takes off feel more rewarding.

The Rest of the Bag

Clubs for girls are also available in:

• Iron Sets.
• Beginners.
• Drivers.
• Fairway Woods.
• Hybrids.
• Sand Wedges.
• Putters.
• Club Sets.

All clubs are gathered on the girls' clubs page.

Short Irons Before Long Irons: The Order for Filling the Bag

To fill the bag, start with short and mid-irons, which are easy to hit, and leave the long irons for later. A five-iron or a four-iron, with a face that’s very slightly open, requires a swing speed that few young players have: the ball goes low and rolls instead of soaring. The typical progression for a young golfer includes a seven-iron, then a nine-iron for approaches, followed by a six-iron when her seven-iron shots become consistent. A single iron also serves to replace a lost or damaged club without replacing the whole set, keeping the same feel.

Grip and Length to Check at Every Growth Spurt

The grip and length should be checked at every growth spurt, as a young golfer can gain several centimetres in a season. The grip should allow the fingers of the left hand, for a right-handed player, to just touch the palm without sinking in; if it’s too thick, it restricts hand movement and keeps the face open. For length, observe the stance at address: if the player has to excessively bend her knees or lower her hands on the grip, the iron has become too short. Manufacturers' sizing charts, based on height, provide an initial reference that the golf instructor refines by watching the swing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What iron should I gift a girl who is starting golf?

A junior seven-iron suitable for her height is the most useful gift to start with. Open enough to lift the ball and long enough to cover distance, it’s great for learning the swing at the range and on the first holes.

Are girls' irons different from boys' irons?

At the same size, they are often lighter, with a more flexible shaft and a thinner grip. These adjustments take into account a generally more moderate swing speed and smaller hands.

How long does a young golfer keep her irons?

It all depends on her growth: on average, one to two seasons before the clubs become too short. Checking the length at the start of each golf school term helps avoid playing too long with outdated equipment.

Can a girl use adult women's irons?

Only when her height reaches that of a small adult. Until then, a women's iron is too long and too heavy, even if it’s lighter than a men's iron.

Does a left-handed girl need a left-handed iron?

Yes, a left-handed player uses clubs with the face oriented oppositely. However, some left-handed children in life play right-handed: trying with the instructor can help decide.