Tips on Becoming a Caddy
If you enjoy golf, travel and the outdoors, becoming a caddy may be a great opportunity. Becoming a caddy is more than just a job, it can become a career. PGA caddies who succeed in their trade can sometimes make more than the professional golfers. A handful of successful caddies can make more than $300,000 dollars per year.
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Get to Know the Game
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Caddying is a popular job, and you won't stand out from the rest unless you have a good understanding of golf. Although most companies prefer candidates who have played golf, at least understanding the rules is a must. Play a few rounds of golf or watch the PGA tour on television and listen closely to the commentary. Before you apply to become a caddy you should know rules, terms and the process of the game. Research the United States Golf Association (USGA) rules and learn them before applying.
Get to Know the Tools
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Know the names, statistics and uses for all golf equipment. You should know the different yardages intended for each kind of golf club so that when you are caddying for your golfer you will be able to hand them the correct club for their specific stroke. Getting to know the tools of the trade requires quite a bit of factual and hands-on research. If you know a caddy, ask them to explain how each different golf club works. Go to a driving range and test the different clubs yourself to know how they perform.
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Know the Techniques
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A caddy is more than a carrier of golf clubs. A caddy's job is also to advise the golfer on the green. Before you apply to become a caddy you should know the different techniques a golfer uses to hit the ball in order to send it a specific distance and direction. As a caddy you will help to advise the golfer on how to approach certain shots.
Get Physically Fit
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Before you apply for a position as a caddy, make sure that you are strong enough to endure the physical demands of the job. You should be able to walk several miles without tiring, and be ready to move quickly, whenever your golfer is ready. Being a golf caddy requires standing for hours on end and repetitive lifting, so make sure that your body is physically up to the task.
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