Now the chip shot can make or break a hole. Sometimes people get it wrong and miss the green completely; if they were in a bunker they would chip piles of sand onto the green instead of the ball. the list can go on. Three is a good number, so, here are three things to note:

Golf Tips - Getting Back Into the Game

3. Bend the right leg and make sure that the tension builds up and goes into the ground rather than outside.

You should be well on your way to getting back that 'pro within'.

3. One of the most effective exercises would be to putt using your right hand only. do this for a couple of weeks by putting your left hand in your left pocket. Although it takes some time to get used to it, you'll find that your right hand will eventually become more relaxed and your putting average will return to what it was before. After this you can return to using both hands.

1. By all means please position the ball in the middle of your stance.

2. For the righties out there, let the weight transfer to your right leg.

4. Let 'er rip!

2. From here it gets slightly tougher. If you switch to a left hand dominate grip (by placing the left hand slightly lower on the putter than the right) then the left hand will be in control of the strokes and allow the right hand to be more relaxed the longer you practise over the next few weeks.

1. Perhaps the easiest method, what some people do is to nearly let go of the putter with their right hand, gripping the club with the fingertips and exerting little or no pressure with the right hand. The left hand will consequently then guide the ball which would have been created by the pendulum effect of the shoulders. In situations where you are missing the hole by a few inches this is the best option.

3. Grip handle must be lower down so as to have more control at the point of impact.

2. Previously I mentioned how the weight of a swing should be transferred to the right. This time, the opposite applies. Your left leg should bear two-thirds of the weight.

If, on the other hand, you're having trouble with your swing there are a couple of things to keep in mind. Since not every golfer is a pro (despite his/hers deepest ambition to be one):

There has been a tendency for people to generally force their A-game after coming from a long break from the sport. What you have to realize is that golf is very extremely technical and requires a degree of art (not an undergrad or masters). This is why I took the time to shed some helpful knowledge on how to repossess that skill which you so unfortunately may have lost a few months or even years ago.

Putting's not the easiest of task when it comes to a precision sport such as golf. .For the average lay golfer that hole is always 'so close and yet so far'. Well If you've been out of the game like I have. I've compiled some of the most useful tips on how to redevelop that old putt technique which used to be you're trump card against those ol' corporate rivals.

Beginner Golf Lessons

Chipping will be a lot like putting. You will swing your entire body just like you do when you are putting. The difference is you will use a different club and the ball will be leaving the ground and going into the air. Practicing putting and chipping can help you to build a stronger foundation. When you go to try a full swing make sure that you align your golf club and your body up in the right position. Then this will allow your body to have a naturally flowing swing. Aligning your club up to your target properly will help you to get an easier more accurate swing. It is important to remember when chipping one of the most important parts of the swing is getting underneath the ball with just enough force to get it into the air. You do not want to use too much strength unless your ball is buried halfway into the sand.

If you are a beginner golfer just starting out you will need some basic lessons. You will first need to find someone who can show you the basics, such as a golf instructor. A golf instructor will teach and help you to learn about the game of golf before you actually play a real game. Beginner golf lessons should teach you how to swing a golf club. Practicing golf swings can better prepare you for playing golf. Learning all the basics of golf will get you ready for the real thing. You can learn basics by watching golf on television and on videos. Putting is a good place for beginners to get started. It will give you the feel for your swing and for hitting the ball. You can practice your aiming skills when you are putting. After putting it may be easier for you to learn how to use your other clubs. You will learn your own style when putting.

When having beginner golf lessons you will need to learn about gripping your club. Your club should be comfortable for you to hold. This is the important no matter how you decide to grip the club. Every person will have their own way of doing this and they may have more than one grip that they use. Your stance is very important and will be different for everyone. You will have your own style and it should feel right to you. When you stroke the putter you should use your entire body including your hands, arms and shoulders to do this, moving all at once. Practicing putting can build your confidence to learn other golf techniques. Keep everything as simple as it can be in the beginning until you catch on better later.