Why You Should Get Fitted for Golf Clubs

After 30 years of playing golf, it wasn’t until 2018 that I decided to get properly fitted for a driver—and let me tell you, it was a game-changer. Like many golfers, I sat somewhere between obsessing over new equipment and stubbornly sticking with outdated clubs, convinced my game didn’t merit the expense. Turns out, I was dead wrong.

In my first fitting session at a professional facility equipped with Trackman technology and guided by a PGA pro, my understanding of golf—and my performance—transformed. Yes, finding the right clubhead and shaft to maximize distance and accuracy is part of it, but the benefits of club fitting go far beyond that.

The Real Advantages of a Club Fitting

1. Trust in Your Equipment

Once you’re fitted, you gain a club that matches your swing perfectly. This drastically reduces erratic shots and gives you confidence on the tee. If you do have a bad drive, you’ll know it’s your swing and not the club, which eliminates second-guessing. Imagine stepping up to every shot with full trust in your driver—no doubts, no distractions.

2. Freedom from Equipment FOMO

A proper fitting ensures you have the best club for your game, making all the hype about new drivers or flashy marketing irrelevant. You’ll no longer feel tempted by the latest equipment trends, saving yourself money and mental clutter.

Is It Worth the Cost?

Some golfers hesitate to spend $70-$100 on a fitting, but consider this: we already invest plenty in golf—clubs, balls, greens fees, and more. Skipping a couple of rounds to improve your game for years to come is a no-brainer.

Additionally, a fitting session often comes with valuable swing insights. My fitter helped me address setup issues that led to immediate improvements in my game. It was like getting a mini-lesson included in the price.

The Full Bag Experience

Once I saw the benefits of my driver fitting, I went back for irons, wedges, and even a putter fitting.

Here’s what I learned:

• Driver: This is the most impactful fitting you can do. Period.

• Irons: Customizing lie angle, shaft flex, and length made a huge difference. Many golfers unknowingly handicap themselves by playing with poorly suited irons.

• Wedges: Proper gapping between wedges is crucial. My fitter helped me create a setup that tackled all the yardages I encounter during a round.

• Putter: While lefty options were limited, I gained insights into my stroke and switched to a mallet-style putter for better consistency.

• Fairway Woods/Hybrids: My fitter advised skipping this fitting since I was already hitting these clubs well, showing that not every club needs an upgrade.

The Long-Term Benefits

In total, I spent about $280 on fittings and invested in new clubs tailored to my game. Since then, I haven’t been distracted by equipment ads or felt the need to buy more gear. More importantly, I now have complete confidence in my bag, which has made golf far more enjoyable.

If you’re serious about improving your game and getting the most out of your equipment, a fitting is worth every penny. Trust me—you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner.