What should I expect after a golf club fitting?
A professional fitting isn’t the end of the journey, it’s the start of a smarter equipment strategy. Here’s what to expect after your fitting session wraps up:
Typically, You’ll Receive a Custom Spec Sheet
After the session, your fitter will provide a specification sheet detailing your optimal club configurations:
- Shaft type & flex
- Clubhead make & model
- Loft, lie angle, and length
- Grip size and type
- Swing weight
You can use this spec sheet to purchase clubs through your fitter, direct from the manufacturer, or at another retailer, depending on their policies.
Ordering Your Clubs
Most fitters will give you the option to:
- Order on the spot, with their team handling the custom build
- Take the specs elsewhere, especially in brand-neutral shops
- Apply your fitting fee as a credit toward your club purchase
Delivery timelines vary, especially during peak golf season, but most custom orders take 7–21 days depending on parts availability.
Build Quality Matters
If your clubs are being built in-house:
- Ask if the fitter is a certified builder or uses OEM-direct assembly
- Check if they swing-weight match, spine-align shafts, or do any hand finishing for precision
If clubs are built by the manufacturer, your fitter should still check loft/lie and swing weight upon arrival.
Future Re-Fitting & Adjustments
A good fitting today doesn’t mean you’re set for life:
- Plan to get re-fit every 2–3 years, especially if:
- Your swing has changed
- Your body has changed (flexibility, injuries, strength)
- New tech has entered the market (especially shafts or ball fittings)
- Some fitters offer free tune-ups or minor adjustments within 6–12 months of purchase.
Final Thoughts
The right equipment can make the game of golf more enjoyable, more consistent, and more rewarding. While swing changes take time and practice, a well-fit set of clubs can unlock better results immediately, often with the very same swing you walked in with.
Club fitting is no longer just for professionals or low handicappers. With today’s data-driven tools and a wide range of options across brands, every golfer can benefit from having equipment that matches their body, swing, and playing style.
Before buying your next driver, set of irons, or even putter, consider getting fit first. A proper fitting session can prevent costly mistakes, help you understand your equipment better, and deliver measurable gains in distance, accuracy, and confidence.
To begin the process, explore trusted fitters with FittingPros' database. We’ve curated a list of top-rated fitters, including independent studios, OEM-affiliated centers, and indoor performance labs that use the best technology in the game.
Your next breakthrough might not come from the range, but from your equipment.