If you’ve ever thought golf looked interesting… but also intimidating, you’re not alone.
Maybe you’ve seen long fairways on TV, people swinging as hard as they can, or heard golf described as “hard,” “slow,” or “for experienced players only.” For many beginners and parents, golf can feel like a game you’re supposed to already know before you even start.
Operation 36 was created to change that feeling and it all begins by starting closer.
Picture this.
Your very first time on a golf course doesn’t feel overwhelming. You’re not staring down a long fairway or wondering how far you’re “supposed” to hit the ball. Instead, you’re standing just 25 yards from the hole. You can see it. You know the goal.
You take a relaxed swing. The ball moves forward, lands on the green, and rolls toward the cup. Suddenly, golf isn’t confusing — it’s exciting. You understand what you’re trying to do, and you want to try it again.
That moment — when golf finally clicks — is exactly what Operation 36 is designed to create.
Operation 36 starts beginners at 25 yards from the hole with one clear goal:
Can you shoot 36 for 9 holes?
That’s it.
From this distance, beginners can:
Instead of wondering if they’re improving, golfers can see it — on the scorecard, on the course, and in how confident they feel.
ModeStarting close removes the pressure to be perfect.
Beginners learn that golf isn’t about hitting the ball far — it’s about learning, problem-solving, and enjoying the process. Parents love that progress is clear and easy to understand, even if they’ve never played golf themselves.
As one family shared:
“Operation 36 is AMAZING! It provides a wonderful balance of learning key skills and putting it to use on the course. We appreciate the program.”
Another added:
“We are having so much fun learning something new together, finding a lifelong hobby, and making great new golf friends in our community.”
Golf becomes less about performance and more about connection.
Every time a golfer reaches the goal (36 or better) from 25 yards, they move back — 50 yards, 100 yards, and beyond. The game grows with them, at a pace that feels exciting instead of overwhelming.
There’s no rush. No pressure. Just progress.
Starting at 25 yards doesn’t make golf easier — it makes it welcoming.
It gives beginners permission to learn, families a way to grow together, and new golfers a reason to believe that golf can be for them.
If you’ve ever been curious about golf but didn’t know where to start, this is where the journey begins.
Whether you’re a parent supporting a child, a new golfer curious to get started, or a coach who wants to grow the game the right way, understanding how beginners truly learn golf is the first step.
👉 Explore beginner-friendly programs and learn more about the Operation 36 approach at operation36.golf
