How do you prepare for a golf club fitting?
Preparing for a golf club fitting helps you get the most accurate results and walk away with equipment that actually fits your game. Fitters can do their best work when you show up ready to swing and give them an honest picture of how you play.
Here’s what they recommend before you arrive, along with some keys to make the session smoother.
What to Do Before Your Fitting
Fitters want you to come in with your usual gear and a swing that reflects how you actually play on the course.
1. Bring Your Current Equipment
Bring the clubs you’re getting fitted for or your whole bag if it’s a full fitting. They’ll use these to establish your baseline.
If you always play a specific premium golf ball, bring a few of those too. Different balls react differently, and using your normal ball gives more accurate data.
Also bring your glove and wear the shoes you normally play in.
2. Show Up Ready To Swing
Be rested, hydrated, and not coming straight off a round or workout. Depending on the type of fitting you are getting, it can potentially take a couple of hours and involve a lot of swings.
Wear comfortable clothing that won’t restrict your motion.
Arrive early enough to stretch and warm up so your first swings represent your normal move.
Most important, swing the way you actually swing. Don’t try to “hit harder for the fitter.” The goal is to match the clubs to your real game.
Information That Helps Your Fitter
The more honest and clear you are about your game and your goals, the better the results.
1. Know Your Game
Be upfront about your handicap, how often you play, and where you struggle.
Have specific goals in mind. For example:
- Add distance with the driver
- Improve iron consistency
- Reduce a common miss
Let them know which clubs in your current set you trust and which ones you avoid.
2. Know Your Budget and Keep an Open Mind
Share your budget early. It saves everyone time and keeps the fitting focused on realistic options.
Try not to get locked into one brand before the session. A proper fitting focuses on performance, not logos.
And whatever you do, don’t buy new clubs before your appointment. The fitting is what determines the right lofts, lies, shafts, and grips for you.
3. Ask Questions During the Session
Ask why they’re recommending a certain shaft or head. A good fitter will explain the reason behind each change.
Tell them how the club looks and feels to you. If something doesn’t feel right in your hands or doesn’t look good behind the ball, say so. Confidence matters.