Popular golf influencer Paige Spiranac is back with another insightful instructional video, this time focusing on how to properly use a driving range. Known for her approachable and easy-to-follow golf tips, Spiranac’s latest video is part of her ongoing series aimed at helping beginners feel more confident on the course. While she initially called the series “Just the Basics,” she has since rebranded it as The Beginner’s Guide to Starting Golf, releasing new content every Tuesday.
In previous videos, Spiranac has covered a range of topics designed to ease newcomers into the world of golf. She’s offered advice on what to do during your first visit to a golf course, how to dress and feel your best while playing, and what essential items to bring with you. This week, her focus is on mastering the driving range, a crucial part of improving your golf game.
“Practicing on the driving range for the first time can be intimidating! Here’s everything you need to know to get started,” Spiranac writes in the description of her latest YouTube video. She opens the lesson by emphasizing the benefits of starting at the range, rather than jumping straight into a full round of golf. “I recommend going to the range and learning the game there instead of going out on the golf course,” she explains. “You can use the range to practice at any time during the day, and it’s a great place to build confidence in your swing.”
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Once you arrive at the driving range, Spiranac advises taking note of the various targets spread out across the field. “When you get to the driving range, you’re going to see all of these targets out there,” she says. “And this is a great way to see how far you’re actually hitting your clubs.” According to Spiranac, understanding your individual club distances is key to improving your overall game. She stresses that the distances you hit each club will be unique to you, and it’s important to figure out your personal ranges.
“How far I hit my eight iron, you might hit farther or shorter, and that is totally okay,” she explains. “You just want to know how far you hit it so when you’re out on the golf course and you have 150 yards to the pin, you know exactly what club to use, whether it’s your seven iron, five iron, nine iron, or whatever works for you. So utilizing those targets in the distance is going to be your best friend when trying to find how far you hit each club.”
Spiranac also touches on the topic of practicing short-game skills, like chipping. Many beginners assume they can practice chipping on the putting green, but Spiranac advises against it. “Most golf courses actually don’t like when you chip on the putting green because it can potentially mess up those greens,” she points out. She recommends asking the course staff if chipping on the green is allowed or, if not, checking whether there’s a designated practice chipping area. If neither option is available, Spiranac suggests using the driving range to practice chipping, as it’s a suitable alternative.
With her straightforward tips and engaging teaching style, Spiranac makes the driving range less intimidating for beginners while offering practical advice that even seasoned players can appreciate.
She wraps up the video by encouraging viewers to approach practice with patience and curiosity, emphasizing that consistent practice at the range can drastically improve their performance on the course.
Spiranac’s Beginner’s Guide to Starting Golf continues to be a valuable resource for those new to the sport, offering accessible and fun instruction.
Whether you’re practicing your long game, honing your short game, or just getting familiar with your clubs, Spiranac’s driving range tips are a solid foundation for any golfer looking to improve.
