New Golfer - Skill Level 1

1. May never have held a golf club
2. May have been on a golf course
3. Has never taken lessons
4. Has little knowledge of golf etiquette
5. Has uncomfortable stance and swing Is unfamiliar with golf terms

Beginner - Skill Level 2

1. Does not play regularly, two to four times a month
2. Practices rarely, may have had some group lessons
3. Scores over 125 regularly (18 holes)
4. Sometimes picks up their ball
5. Does not always keep score

Intermediate - Skill Level 3

1. Plays regularly, but weekly at most
2. Practices occasionally Scores between 115 to 125 regularly (18 holes)
3. Has an official handicap over 30

Advanced - Skill Level 4

1. Plays regularly, 2-3 times a week
2. Practices regularly, 1-3 times a week
3. Scores between 95 to 115 regularly (18 holes)
4. Has an official USGA handicap of 30 or less (18 holes)

Competitive - Skill Level 5

1. Plays whenever, wherever, with whomever
2. Practices regularly, 1-3 times a week
3. Plays comfortably in competition
4. Scores under 95 regularly (18 holes)
5. Has an official USGA handicap of 25 or less (18 holes)