If you’re just starting out in the game, you probably have questions about different golf clubs and their uses. To help you hone your knowledge of the sport, the helpful team at Waikoloa Village Golf Club in Hawaii, offering pristine greens and breathtaking views, shares some insight into the common clubs players use and how to handle them.  

A Guide to Handling Golf Clubs

1. Wedges

Due to wedges’ high loft—which entails a sharper angle on the head—they are best used for shorter ranges and to handle difficult shots. For instance, they are useful for getting out of sand bunkers and navigating pitches around greens. While wedges are considered a separate type of golf club, they are also included in a sub-section of irons due to the similarity in club heads.

2. Woods

These varieties were named as such because the club head was formerly constructed from wood as opposed to metal. Drivers are just one type of option golfers use. They typically have the largest hollow heads and extended shafts. Because they can be swung at top speeds, they are most useful for longer shots—like when teeing off. 

3. Irons

With a smaller club head than woods, irons are much thinner with angled faces ideal for putting a spin on a golf ball. They are also numbered— typically from 3-iron to 9-iron—with higher numbers referred to as wedges and having shorter shafts. They are useful for shots that require a high launch over a short distance. 

Ready to start playing? With availability all throughout the year, Waikoloa Village Golf Club offers the perfect sprawling course to test out your golf clubs and game. Players of every level are welcome, as you’ll find easier and more challenging areas as you progress. To find out about their availability and schedule a time, call (808) 883-9621 today. You can also learn more about their rates and services by visiting the website.