Palos Verdes Golf Club Hole by Hole - 1st Hole

Low Handicapper:

Off the tee, a low handicapper should aim for the center of the fairway to set up a short approach shot to this small green. With no water hazards and only five bunkers on this hole, there is minimal risk involved. The mild weather conditions in Palos Verdes Peninsula make it an ideal course for consistent scoring potential throughout all four seasons.

Mid Handicapper:

For mid handicappers, aiming for the center of the fairway off the tee is still recommended. This will leave a manageable distance to navigate around any bunkers that may come into play on their approach shot. While there are no water hazards on this hole, it's important to avoid those five bunkers scattered throughout. The altitude and moderate weather conditions in Palos Verdes Peninsula will also help with ball flight accuracy.

High Handicapper:

The strategy for high handicappers on this first hole remains similar – aim for the center of the fairway off the tee and avoid any trouble from those five bunkers. However, with slightly shorter drives expected from high handicappers, it may be wise to use a club that can carry them over some of these hazards if necessary. The mild weather conditions here will also provide some relief when it comes to controlling ball flight.

Altitude & Weather Considerations:

Palos Verdes Golf Club sits at an elevation of 1,000 feet above sea level which can impact ball flight distances by approximately 5%. Fortunately, mild temperatures year-round allow players to adjust accordingly without having drastic changes in club selection or swing adjustments.