There are various types of Golf Courses, which are always determined by their prevalent environmental location and design.
In this Series, we shall be talking about these various Courses and where we can find them. This is to familiarize us more with the game of Golf and make learners appreciate it more.
LINKS COURSE
A links golf course is a type of golf course that is typically located near the sea and features rolling terrain with a mix of grassy dunes and sandy areas. The term “links” comes from the old Scottish word “linksland” which referred to an area of land located between the beach and the town. The term is now used to describe traditional golf courses that have a natural, un-manicured look and provide a challenging test of golf. Links courses typically have tight fairways, fast and undulating greens, and heavy rough, and are known for their windy conditions. They are widely considered to be some of the most authentic and historic golf courses in the world.
Examples of these type of Golf Course is the Saint Andrew’s (Old Lady) Golf Course in Scotland. To make this reading more interactive, I will encourage you search for Links Courses on Google.
PARKLAND COURSE
Parkland Golf Course is a type of golf course characterized by its park-like setting and lush, rolling landscapes. This style of golf course typically features well-manicured fairways and greens, water hazards, sand traps, and tree-lined holes. Parkland courses are known for their scenic beauty and are often set in suburban or rural areas. These are the type of Courses we mostly see in Cities.
DESERT COURSE
As the name implies, a desert golf course is a type of golf course located in a desert or arid environment. They are characterized by rugged, natural terrain, and sparse vegetation. They often feature sandy waste areas, cacti, and rocky outcroppings as hazards. Desert golf courses are known for their unique beauty and challenging playing conditions, as the hot and dry conditions can make it difficult to maintain the greens and fairways. Additionally, the wind and elevation changes can affect the flight of the ball.
Such Courses can be found in places like the UAE, or places with Desert vegetation.
OCEANFRONT COURSE
An Oceanfront golf course is a type of golf course located near or on the coastline, typically featuring scenic views of the ocean and often incorporating the water and coastal terrain into the design of the course. (Please take note that there are technical design design differences between a Links Course and an Oceanfront Golf course.)
PITCH AND PUTT COURSE
A pitch and putt golf course is a short, recreational form of golf where players use only a few clubs and the holes are much shorter than those on a standard golf course. The objective is to complete the course in as few strokes as possible. The name “pitch and putt” comes from the fact that most shots on this type of course are a pitch (short approach shot) and a putt (a shot on the green).
There are other various \golf Courses which includes Mountain, Riverside, Resort, PAR 3,etc. All these Courses have their various challenges of play, and players have to adapt to each while playing on them.
NB: Please kindly bear with me through the series. This is to enable readers have an idea of the game if they are non Golfers.
