Zalm Golf
Senior golfer op een groene golfbaan

Golf for seniors

Take up golf,
at your own pace

Golf is the ideal sport in later life. Stay active, enjoy the outdoors and meet new people, without pressure and entirely on your terms.

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Why take up golf as a senior?

Stay active without straining yourself
Good for balance, concentration and memory
You set your own pace
Fun and easy social contact in a natural setting
Out in nature, away from the bustle
No prior experience needed, we teach you step by step
Golfbaan met groene fairway en bomen

The ideal sport

What makes golf such a great sport?

  • Play together or on your own
  • Easy to start, even later in life
  • A reliable bit of time for yourself each week
  • Maintains fine motor skills and coordination
  • Sharpens memory and mental focus
  • A perfect blend of sport and good company
Golfles op de driving range

Relaxed atmosphere

Personal guidance, no pressure

Our golf professionals are experienced in coaching seniors. They adapt the pace to your level, take time to explain things, and create a relaxed atmosphere.

No prior experience needed. Everything is explained step by step, from how to hold the club to playing your first holes on the course. At your own pace, without stress.

How does it work?

1

Sign up and schedule the course

Your first step to the golf course starts here

Choose a course date that works for you. We work with locations throughout the Netherlands, so you can start without hassle.

2

Learn the basics of golf

Learning and having fun on the course

During the course you receive lessons from an experienced golf professional. You learn the rules, practice your shots and play your first holes. All in a relaxed setting, without pressure.

3

Get your GVB and receive your pass

Receive your GVB after passing

After the course you take a short test and receive your official Golf Proficiency Certificate. NGF registration is arranged separately via Zalm Golf (EUR66/year).

4

Book your first round

Choose a course and play whenever you want

With your NGF pass you can book a tee time at a golf course near you. Have fun!

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Discover golf trips for seniors

On a trip in the sun, all arranged by experienced partners. Or earn your GVB during a multi-day trip.

Senior golf trips in the sun

Fully arranged trips to warm destinations, curated by specialists like Anneke Sonius.

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Earn your GVB on a golf trip

Combine your GVB with a multi-day trip: lessons, theory and exam on location, in the sun.

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What does it cost?

GVB Training

Get your GVB with an experienced golf professional

from€100p.p.

EUR100 is the current lowest price on our platform

  • Lesson from an experienced golf professional
  • Relaxed pace, tailored to seniors
  • Theory + practice on the course
  • GVB certificate
  • Location of your choice
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NGF Registration

Annual registration at the Dutch Golf Federation

€66per year
  • No registration fees
  • 15% discount at 27 partner courses
  • Liability insured on the course
  • Track handicap via GOLF.NL app
  • Invoice payment available
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you (might) still want to know

Am I too old to start golfing?
Absolutely not. Golf is precisely a sport you can start at any age. Many of our participants start after retirement and enjoy it enormously. The instructors adapt the pace to your level.
Can I participate if I have physical limitations?
In many cases, yes. Mention it when you register and we'll take it into account with the guidance and location choice. Golf is a low-intensity sport that you can do at your own pace.
Do I need my own equipment?
No, golf clubs and balls are provided on site. Do wear sporty clothing and shoes with flat soles.
Isn't it complicated with all those rules?
The rules may seem like a lot, but during the course you learn everything step by step. After the course day you know the basics and can hit the course with confidence.
What does it cost?
The course price varies by golf professional - from EUR100. NGF registration costs EUR66 per year. Check the current offering on our platform.
Can I join if I live in Belgium or Germany?
Yes, our platform is also aimed at golfers from Belgium and Germany. The GVB is internationally recognized.
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Golf is for everyone. View the offering and choose a course that suits you.

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