About

Golf is arguably the most perfect sport in the world. It’s a workout for the body and mind in the great outdoors. It’s a super boost for your social life. And it’s inclusive; anyone of any age, sex and ability can play on the same golf course.

Forewarned is forearmed when it comes to playing golf. You can feel like an experienced golfer even if you’ve never held a club before with the golfing tips in this course. Be able to play the long game of golf and the short game. See why tempo and timing are so essential in golf. Know how to handle tough shots and bad shots. Follow the best golf exercises to keep on top of your game, and obey the rules of the golf course to a tee! 

You’ll strengthen mind, body and your social circle once you get to grips with golf. Conquer any golf course with ease using the tips in our course. Learn to play golf anywhere and at anytime. Our golf course is totally online so it’s like having a top golf coach by your side 24/7 - even on the green. Check out our Golf: Up Your Game course now.

Requirements

International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.

Lessons

Module 1: Introduction

• A little bit about golf

Module 2: The Long Game

• Address
• The grip
• Posture
• The swing
• Working the ball
• The clubs

Module 3: The Short Game

• Chipping
• Bunker shots
• Pitching
• Putting
• Putters
• Reading the green

Module 4: Tempo, Timing And Other Essentials

• Off course management
• On the course
• Balance

Module 5: Tough Shots

• Strategy
• The first-tee shot
• Tough lies
• Tough bunker shots

Module 6: Bad Shots

• How to deal with bad shots
• The yips
• The sway

Module 7: Exercises

• Shoulders
• Torso
• Hips

Module 8: Etiquette And The Rules

• Etiquette
• Care of the course
• Scoring

Career

Who is this course for?

• Anyone interested in playing golf who wants an insight into the game
• Golfers of all ages and abilities who feel stuck at their current level and want to improve their game
• Golfers who are striving to improve their handicap will benefit from our top golf tips 
• Beginners who want to ‘talk the talk’ as they learn about the game
• Golfers who play on different golf courses around the world and want a ‘pocket-size’ online golf coach to take with them
• Anyone who wants a better appreciation of the game of golf by understanding the etiquette and unwritten rules of the sport
• Sports writers and bloggers who want to write more knowledgeably about golf

How will it help me

• Enjoy the best round of golf ever and knock shots off your best score by practicing our golfing tips
• Be a better all-round golfer by being able to tackle any shot on any golf course
• Converse better with fellow players by understanding golfing terms
• Be a more confident golfer by following techniques to improve your game
• Break bad golfing habits and adopt new ones
• Practice exercises to strengthen your game and prevent injuries
• Earn the respect of fellow players by following golfing etiquette, on and off the course
• Don’t feel frustrated when you hit a bad shot as you’ll be able to deal with any eventuality on the course
• Keep calm by confidently addressing difficult shots, even in the bunker!
• Be a more sociable golfer by joining in conversations in the golf clubhouse with your newfound knowledge and improved skills

Certification

You will be required to complete each lesson in full, and answer exams at the end of each course module. If your pass rate exceeds 55% on each exam then you are eligible to access a certificate of achievement or other accreditation options to recognize your achievement.

Most of our courses will earn you credits through Continuing Education (CE) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CE/CPD points are accepted and recognized by professional member bodies and academic institutions across the US and internationally.

All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org). When successfully completing a course, students can choose to purchase an ICOES certificate that recognizes the achievement, from this third-party institution.

Creator

IOA Original

This course is an exclusive offering from the International Open Academy (IOA). IOA Originals are thoughtfully crafted and developed either in-house by IOA or with complete ownership of production and distribution rights.

Our team of experts has worked diligently to create, write, and produce this course, ensuring it provides learners with a distinctive opportunity to access premium content on a wide range of diverse topics.