Golf can be a frustrating but also an enjoyable game. Here are some simple golf tips and advice that can hopefully shave some strokes off your score and lower your handicap

Take More Club on Par 3s

Hardly any amateurs hit the ball over or through the green on par 3s; most of them come up well short. Select a club that will get you to the yardage at the back of the green. If you hit it perfectly, you are on the green; if you hit it less than solidly, you may still make it to the putting surface.

Score Lower on Par 5s

Most par 5s are 500 yards or further. try and make the last shot your favorite yardage into the green. Subtract that yardage, then divide the difference by two. With this strategy, you are hitting lofted clubs that are easier to hit and therefore should be more accurate.

Get Out of the Sand in One Try

Adept greenside bunker players always accelerate the clubhead through the shot, letting the sand "splash" the ball out. Set up with the face of your sand wedge slightly open, the ball slightly forward in your stance. Hit the sand behind the ball, and finish your swing like you're hitting a full 5-iron. A common mistake in amateur golfers is to decelerate which in turn usually leads to the ball not coming out of the bunker

Chip with Your Putting Stroke

To avoid duffing your chip shots, take a lofted club like a 7, 8 or 9-iron and grip it like your putter. Lean the shaft and your body toward the target for a slightly descending blow. Make your putting stroke, allowing the loft of the club to carry the ball over the unpredictable turf onto the green.

Hit it straight
the most important way to put pressure on the long hitters head is a consistent fairway hitting opponent.  Probabilities are the long hitter is not the most accurate driver of the golf ball, keep the pressure constantly on by hitting the fairway as often as possible. If you have to use a hybrid club or a long iron off the tee to keep the ball in the fairway then do just that, the mental edge of hitting the fairway consistently outweighs the loss of distance. The long hitter knows the have to be on top of their game

Hit the green
Most, if not all of the time you will be hitting first, keep the pressure on the long hitter by hitting the green  If he recognises you're looking at birdie chances all day, the pressure can take the toll on his game.

Have a good short game
The short game is the true equalizer on the golf course.  If you've a sharp short game you can compete against any golfer on the planet. Practice that chipping and putting.

Ignore his distance
Accept the fact the he hits the ball 50 to 60 yards past you.  If you accept the fact that distance doesn't matter, you'll have another mental advantage.  It makes absolutely no difference  if he is hitting a pitching wedge and you are hitting a 7 iron for your second shot.  The aim of the game of golf is all about getting the ball in the hole in the fewest strokes, not how you got the ball in the fewest strokes.

Warm up. Just like any other game or sport, golf players need to warm up before starting a round. This is what most players, especially amateurs, often take for granted. If you can loosen the muscles a bit then there is less chance of feeling tight on that first tee and hitting a poor shot. Do some stretches and limbering up exercises and then go to the driving range and hit a few shots with a range of clubs (this doesn't mean taking the Driver out and blasting away).

Exercise. This is truly very important, not only for golf. Constantly exercising your body and muscles will keep them toned and ready for any activity. This can also prevent common body aches and pains that you normally feel when playing golf.
Get into the habit of working out, particularly tuning up your muscles will have a big impact on your swing. It will assist you have a good stance and increase total balance and control on your swings.

Don't swing too hard yet. It's very inviting to give your swing that extra effort. Nevertheless, it is not advisable unless you already have the control of your swing. The key to a effective and elegant swing is the balance and control that you have, add to it the proper form and stance.

 Mentality
No distinguished athlete or sportsman would hesitate to tell you that the large portion of success hinges on your mental state. Are you focused? Are you playing for fun? Are you working a specific part of your game? Are you prepared? These are all questions worthy of asking yourself before you begin any round, or if you're merely hitting balls at the range.Frustration will lead to bad play. Most people hoping to excel in certain events are frequently oblivious of the level of concentration required to get success. It's not only mentally, but physically exhausting to stay intensely focused on your game. Build upon your patience and mental toughness. You need it in golf , trust me.

Your Clubs
Think about your clubs. Are you playing with the right clubs? Are they too short; too long? Are your grips too small? Playing with the improper clubs can lead to poor position and a likely bad contact of the club face to the ball. This is a common reason people hit bad shots as they have the wrong type of shaft for the speed of their swing, they have worn grips, the clubs are the wrong size. All of these can radically affect your game.

Utilize the Driving Range
If you are a novice or feel a bit out of practice, get back out to the driving and practice range. As a beginner, there's nothing that can turn you off more than playing for 18 holes and going through lots of ball. Get back into the groove first and try and fix any flaws where it doesn't matter so much.

Take a Lesson
This is obvious. Find a professional you like talking to and pay them for a lesson. They'll do the analytical work and pass it on. It will offer you new view and can assist you to better your game on your own in the future!

 Your opening move is to think that the bunker is not your worst enemy. If you think the bunker is your worst enemy, you'll fear them and this will have an adverse effect on your game.

Many folks simply allow their feet and legs to adjust to the sand. That's not the best thing to do; make the sand work for you by taking the time to establish your footing.

The next thing you should do is take a open stance and get relaxed. If you're comfortable on the tee, then why can't you be comfortable in the bunker?

After this, you will need to distribute your weight in a effective manner; usually more to the left-hand side is the best way to go when you're  in a bunker.

Practice your motion. When swinging the club, move the same distance backwards as you do forward. Learn it and remember it: the shot in the bunker will always be tricky.

You should now prepare for the shot, but remember to hit the sand roughly two inches before the ball. This creates a scoop effect that will allow the ball to be played out of the rough instead of rolling straight into the same bunker.

You should also accelerate through the ball. This allows more power in the shot and will give the ball that little bit of extra distance towards the hole.