Since its inception in the early fifteenth century on the sand dunes of Scotland, golf has become a popular sport enjoyed by people the world over.  It is estimated that there are currently over 2.5 million people who actively play the game of golf in the UK alone.  So if you play this popular sport and want to improve your technique what options are available?

Online Resources

The birth of the internet has opened up a whole new medium for which an aspiring golfer can improve their swing and learn the skills of the short putting game through virtual golf instruction. Articles, tips, videos and even games can all help the amateur and professional alike improve their game. Some of the best websites offer free instructional videos tips to improve your game and below are a selection worth testing out:

Free instructional golf videos can be found on:

golflink.com/tipsvideos/
thegolfchannel.com/golf-instruction/
golftipsmag.com/video.html
worldgolf.com/protips/video

Also many good golf videos are available by searching on popular video websites:

You Tube
Metacafe
Dailymotion

Private One on One Professional Instruction

Online learning is great, but nothing compares to one on one tuition with an expert. If you are serious about getting better at golf then seeking out a friendly local instructor is the best way to improve your game. Professional golf lessons may not cost as much as you think and getting golf instruction from an expert will pay dividends when it comes to improving your handicap or impressing those golf partners that snigger at your swing! A typical golf lessons will start by assessing your skill level and devising a programme of learning to improve your game over a period of time and at a budget that suits you.

To find an instructor simply ask your local golf club or use an internet search engine to find one in your area.