If you’re just starting out in golf then one of the many things you need to learn, along with how to hit the ball further, and how to improve your stance, is what all the different clubs are for. A set of golf clubs generally contains 14 clubs, but do you really need all of […]

We’ve all got hobbies, they’re an escape, a way to unwind and switch off. Some hobbies are very social, some are solitary, some are even good for our mental and physical health, so it makes sense that we’d want to take our hobbies with us when we go on holiday. One of the many things […]

If you’re new to the game of golf it can all seem a bit confusing. Apart from the rules of the game and the various equipment, there’s also the terminology; it’s like a secret code that consists of a mix of technical terms and slang, and what is it with all the birds? This is […]

You’ve decided you’re going to start playing golf, great! So, what next? You’re probably thinking about buying a set of golf clubs, but where do you start? Do you really need to go straight out and buy a complete set of golf clubs? And if so, what kind do you get? There are so many […]

Here at The Insurance Emporium we’re lucky enough to be based in the biggest and most beautiful county in the UK – Yorkshire. From rugged moors to sweeping dales, dramatic coastline to historic castles, it really does have something for everyone. We’re also blessed with impressive sporting credentials; there’s no denying that Yorkshire people know […]

Traditionally, golf isn’t a sport you’d associate with working out, while it has many health benefits, and can be physically demanding, it’s not something you need to be in peak physical fitness for. But it doesn’t matter if you’re a pro or an amateur, as a golfer you’re always looking for ways to improve your […]

Whether you’re a golf pro or a complete novice, you never stop wanting to improve your game. One of the most common aims for amateur golfers is to be able to hit the ball further, and stats show that increasing the distance by 20 yards can result in losing 4 – 6 strokes off your […]

One of the most common and frustrating issues for amateur (and often not-so-amateur) golfers is slicing the ball; you see it all on the time on golf courses and driving ranges. But can it be fixed, or is it something that golfers just have to live with, accepting that they’re never going to get that […]

There are lots of different elements to a good golf stance; it is the foundation of a successful golf swing and helps get your body into the right position for a great shot. For example, poor posture can put your whole swing off, and the more you do it the harder it is to correct. […]

To many people, golf is seen as a male-dominated sport, a ‘men’s only club’ where business deals are negotiated on the green. So, why is it that this sport is so often seen as being riddled with gender stereotypes and sexism, at both a grassroots and professional level, not to mention the significant pay inequality […]