A good golf club set for beginners is a complete package of clubs at a fair price, and ours starts at $699 for a 12-piece adult set (check each listing for exactly what is included). This guide explains what a beginner golf club set should include, how budget, starter and premium sets differ and when to upgrade.
What a beginner set should include
- A driver and a fairway wood or hybrid for distance.
- A set of irons plus a pitching wedge.
- A sand wedge for bunkers and short shots.
- A putter.
- A bag to carry them, if it is part of the package. If it is not, our golf bags start from $215.
Fewer, well-chosen clubs are better than a long list of clubs you cannot hit.
Budget, starter and premium sets
A budget set keeps the price low with simpler materials. A starter set is a complete package aimed at new players. A premium set uses better materials and offers more choice of shaft and head. For most beginners a complete starter set is the right choice, because your swing will change a lot in the first year and a premium set is wasted until it settles.
Men, women and junior sets
Choose a set sized to the golfer. Women's clubs are usually lighter and shorter with a more flexible shaft, and junior clubs are sized by height. Read our guides to ladies golf clubs and junior golf clubs.
Our beginner, ladies and junior sets
| Set | Price |
|---|---|
| Beginner Complete Golf Club Set (12-Piece) | $699 |
| Ladies' Complete Golf Club Set | $799 |
| Junior Golf Club Set | $249 |
See every golf club set for sale.
When to upgrade from a starter set
Replace individual clubs when you are hitting consistently and can feel what is holding you back. A driver and a putter are the usual first upgrades. A professional fitting can show what actually helps your swing.
The cost of getting started
A set is only part of what you need to play. Here is a realistic starter budget using prices from our range:
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Beginner Complete Golf Club Set (12-Piece) | $699 |
| A dozen premium golf balls | $79 |
| Golf Putting Mat | $89 |
| Golf Hitting Mat | $119 |
| Golf Practice Hitting Net | $129 |
You do not need all of it on day one. A set and a few balls will get you started, and practice aids are worth adding when you want to improve at home.
Questions to ask before you buy
- Does the set suit my height and swing speed?
- What clubs are in it, and is a bag included?
- What is the delivery cost and how long will it take?
- What is the returns policy if the set does not fit?
- Can I add clubs later or swap individual clubs?
Which beginner set suits you?
| If you... | Choose | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Are an adult beginner | Beginner Complete Golf Club Set (12-Piece) | $699 |
| Are a woman new to the game | Ladies' Complete Golf Club Set | $799 |
| Are buying for a child | Junior Golf Club Set | $249 |
Common beginner mistakes
- Buying clubs sized for someone else.
- Choosing a stiff shaft because it sounds better.
- Buying a premium set before the swing has settled.
- Skipping lessons and practising bad habits.
- Carrying too many clubs.
Glossary: beginner set terms
- Piece: one item in the package, such as a club or a bag.
- Hybrid: a club that mixes features of an iron and a wood.
- Flex: how much the shaft bends. Regular is the most common for adults.
- Loft: the angle of the clubface. See our wedge degrees guide.
A simple first-month plan
- Week one: hit balls at the range with a short club first, such as a 9 iron or wedge.
- Week two: add your longer irons and a fairway wood or hybrid.
- Week three: practise chipping and putting for half of each session.
- Week four: play a few holes on a short course and keep score only for fun.
Practising at home with a net and mat helps, and a lesson or two will set good habits early.
Buying online with confidence
Check the delivery time and cost, look at the returns policy, and make sure you can ask questions before you order. You can read our returns and shipping pages, or call 0480 811 308 and talk to us first.
Buying checklist
- The right size and shaft flex for the golfer.
- What is in the box: check whether a bag and a putter are included.
- Delivery and returns terms. See our returns and shipping pages.
- Spend the difference on lessons rather than premium clubs.
For a short guide to what the clubs do, see what golf clubs you need. Call 0480 811 308 for help.