Golf Business News – England Golf launches the Get into Golf website

England Golf has launched its brand new Get Into Golf website to help people take up the sport and benefit from its many benefits for physical and mental health.

Today's website launch [May 15] coincides with Mental Health Awareness Week (May 13-19), as the governing body encourages people to take up the sport with all the advice, tips and case studies on the new website, which can be viewed by clicking here.

After launching its Respect in Golf movement in 2023, England Golf continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to making the game of golf inclusive and accessible to people of all walks of life, and this latest movement is the ultimate platform for anyone interested in getting involved. the game.

Whether they are newbies looking to learn, or looking for a fun activity nearby, website visitors can browse, book and pay, all in one place, and find valuable information for beginners, including the benefits of golf, inspirational stories. from the community, with top tips for players of all levels. The website also includes a 'Make a Lesson in 5 Weeks' video series, designed to equip newbies with the knowledge and skills to confidently step onto the golf course.

This week's launch is also in line with the Mental Health Foundation's theme of 'Movement: Moving more for your mental health', and the new website aligns with this by offering sections on the key benefits people can get from playing the game, such as reducing stress levels, staying active, and connecting with other people.

Ways beginners can enjoy golf include playing adventure/mini golf courses and hitting balls on the driving range, while there are also courses such as Get into Golf Rookies, Girls Golf Rocks and Women on Par, open to people of all abilities and backgrounds. , to help try and keep them moving and active. All affiliated golf clubs can upload their services to the website for free, with around 500 services already available on the site from over 240 suppliers. Click here to register your place.

Golf England's Chief Executive, Richard Flint, said: “Golf is a great sport for encouraging movement and improving mental wellbeing. The Go Golf website gives people the opportunity to find activities that fit their lifestyle, while getting them more active to reap the physical and mental benefits of the game. Whether it's on a course or just learning to play, the Get Into Golf website is the place to go.

“Our desire with the Get Into Golf campaign is to make the sport more inclusive and accessible to a wider audience, so that they can access this platform and use its content to make important steps towards achieving their golfing goals. We know that there are around 5 million people in England who play golf in some way, whether that's hitting balls on the driving range or playing mini golf, and Get into Golf really exists to take those next steps in their golf journey and enjoy all the health benefits it brings. game.”